Best Crab Cakes in Near West Side, Chicago
The 5 top-rated crab cakes in Near West Side, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is crab cakes at Black Barrel Tavern (1061 W Madison St), with a flavor score of 80 out of 100 from 6 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
Best Crab Cakes across Chicago→- Ranked #1At Black Barrel Tavern1061 W Madison St
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- Ranked #3At Nia Restaurant803 W Randolph St
Crab cakes are praised for being fluffy, filled with crab meat, and paired excellently with saffron aioli.
- Ranked #4At Trivoli Tavern114 N Green St
Crab cakes are praised for being large, filled with crab meat, and cooked perfectly, often served with a delicious sauce.
- Ranked #5At Swift & Sons1000 W Fulton Market