Exterior view of The Original Island Shrimp House, a popular seafood restaurant.

Seafood in Palos Park, IL

Cooked to order. Easy carry out.

Fresh seafood favorites with fast pickup, family-friendly dining, and weekend classics.

Exterior view of The Original Island Shrimp House, a popular seafood restaurant.

Seafood in Palos Park, IL

Cooked to order. Easy carry out.

Fresh seafood favorites with fast pickup, family-friendly dining, and weekend classics.

  • Direction and Hours

Cooked to order, never rushed

Fresh seafood favorites

Fast, easy carry out

Family friendly dining

Weekend classics

Traditional East Coast Vibe

Cooked to order, never rushed

Fresh seafood favorites

Fast, easy carry out

Family friendly dining

Weekend classics

Warm, coastal inspired vibe

Signature Favorites

A few of the classics people come back for. Cooked to order and ready for dine-in or pickup.

Delicious crab and shrimp po' boy sandwiches served on fresh bread at The Original Island Shrimp Hou.

Lobster Roll

Buttery toasted roll piled high with chilled lobster.

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Breaded fried shrimp on a white plate with red dipping sauce, lemon wedges, and mixed greens garnish.

Breaded Shrimp

Crispy breaded wild caught jumbo shrimp served hot with cocktail sauce.

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Delicious shrimp pasta with vegetables and lettuce garnish in a white bowl.

Lobster Mac and Cheese

Creamy mac and cheese loaded with tender lobster chunks

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Close-up of a white bowl of creamy New England clam chowder with potato chunks and herbs, served on a wooden table with a spoon on a napkin.

Clam Chowder

Homemade creamy New England classic loaded with clams, potatoes, and herbs.

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Tavern-style battered fish with fries on a platter, served with dipping sauce.

Tavern Fish Fry

Golden, tavern style battered cod served with hand cut seasoned fries and tartar sauce

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Oyster po’ boy with crispy fried oysters, sliced tomato, and creamy sauce on toasted bread.

Oyster Po’Boy

Crispy fried oysters on a toasted roll with lettuce, tomato, and house crafted honey jalapeño dressing.

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Signature Favorites

A few of the classics people come back for. Cooked to order and ready for dine-in or pickup.

Delicious crab and shrimp po' boy sandwiches served on fresh bread at The Original Island Shrimp Hou.

Lobster Roll

Buttery toasted roll piled high with chilled lobster.

Order Now ->

Breaded fried shrimp on a white plate with red dipping sauce, lemon wedges, and mixed greens garnish.

Breaded Shrimp

Crispy breaded wild caught jumbo shrimp served hot with cocktail sauce

Order Now ->

Delicious shrimp pasta with vegetables and lettuce garnish in a white bowl.

Lobster Mac and Cheese

Creamy mac and cheese loaded with tender lobster chunks.

Order Now ->

Close-up of a white bowl of creamy New England clam chowder with potato chunks and herbs, served on a wooden table with a spoon on a napkin.

Clam Chowder

Homemade creamy New England classic loaded with clams, potatoes, and herbs.

Order Now ->

Tavern-style battered fish with fries on a platter, served with dipping sauce.

Tavern Fish Fry

Golden, tavern style battered cod served with hand cut seasoned fries and tartar sauce

Order Now ->

Oyster po’ boy with crispy fried oysters, sliced tomato, and creamy sauce on toasted bread.

Oyster Po’Boy

Crispy fried oysters on a toasted roll with lettuce, tomato, and house crafted honey jalapeño dressing.

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Original Fish Fry

Crispy, golden-fried fish served tavern-style with a hearty side of fries and house slaw. Hot, fresh, and made for dipping, it’s the kind of classic fish fry that hits the spot every time. Perfect for an easy dinner, a Friday tradition, or anytime you’re craving comfort food with a seafood kick.

Tavern-style battered fish with fries on a platter, served with dipping sauce.

Original Fish Fry

Crispy, golden-fried fish served tavern-style with a hearty side of fries and house slaw. Hot, fresh, and made for dipping, it’s the kind of classic fish fry that hits the spot every time. Perfect for an easy dinner, a Friday tradition, or anytime you’re craving comfort food with a seafood kick.

Lobsters and seafood restaurant interior with tables and colorful decor.

Our Story

The Original Island Shrimp House opened its doors in late July 2015 on the belief that really good, really fresh seafood served in a casual atmosphere was possible in the Midwest. Inspired by the little seafood gems found along the seaboard from Maine to Florida, our design and menu aim to capture the flavors and feel of those unforgettable coastal spots.

We bring you the fresh taste of lobster, chowder, clams, scallops, shrimp, and more — sourced wild-caught, certified sustainable, and prepared daily with no farm-raised seafood from questionable sources. Our commitment to quality means we never compromise on flavor or freshness, and we hope every visit exceeds your expectations.

  • Wild-caught, certified sustainable seafood prepared daily

  • Inspired by coastal favorites from New England, the Gulf & beyond

  • Casual, friendly atmosphere that feels like your favorite vacation spot

Our Story

Lobsters and seafood restaurant interior with tables and colorful decor.

The Original Island Shrimp House opened its doors in late July 2015 on the belief that really good, really fresh seafood served in a casual atmosphere was possible in the Midwest. Inspired by the little seafood gems found along the seaboard from Maine to Florida, our design and menu aim to capture the flavors and feel of those unforgettable coastal spots.

We bring you the fresh taste of lobster, chowder, clams, scallops, shrimp, and more — sourced wild-caught, certified sustainable, and prepared daily with no farm-raised seafood from questionable sources. Our commitment to quality means we never compromise on flavor or freshness, and we hope every visit exceeds your expectations.

  • Wild-caught, certified sustainable seafood prepared daily

  • Inspired by coastal favorites from New England, the Gulf & beyond

  • Casual, friendly atmosphere that feels like your favorite vacation spot

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Reviews from our Guests

See why the locals love The Original Island Shrimp House

First timer and was very impressed. The food was outstanding and the service was even better. We had the crab cakes, tried both styles of lobster roll (we preferred the cold version), lobster Mac n cheese, and garlic fries. All was delicious. Can't wait to go back and try something else.

Minnie

Some of the best clam chowder we've ever had. Lobster roll and breaded shrimp were both great. Everything from scratch. Great service!

Ang

Their lobster rolls rival the ones on the east coast. Just came back from Maine and NH and have to say these are just as good. The made in house key lime dessert was delicious. Their prices may seem expensive but are the same as the east coast.

Phillip

Delicious. Fresh seafood. I loved the perfectly fried cod and buttery lobster roll . Clam chowder was nice and not heavy. Service was exceptional.

Bert

Reviews from our Guests

See why the locals love The Original Island Shrimp House

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First timer and was very impressed. The food was outstanding and the service was even better. We had the crab cakes, tried both styles of lobster roll (we preferred the cold version), lobster Mac n cheese, and garlic fries. All was delicious. Can't wait to go back and try something else.

Minnie

Some of the best clam chowder we've ever had. Lobster roll and breaded shrimp were both great. Everything from scratch. Great service!

Ang

Their lobster rolls rival the ones on the east coast. Just came back from Maine and NH and have to say these are just as good. The made in house key lime dessert was delicious. Their prices may seem expensive but are the same as the east coast.

Phillip

Delicious. Fresh seafood. I loved the perfectly fried cod and buttery lobster roll . Clam chowder was nice and not heavy. Service was exceptional.

Bert

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Fresh fried shrimp sandwich with tomatoes and sauce on a bun, served at The Original Island Shrimp H.
Delicious crab and shrimp po' boy sandwiches served on fresh bread at The Original Island Shrimp Hou.
Lobster roll topped with lobster claw meat and scallions at The Original Island Shrimp House in Palos Park, IL
Shrimp Po' Boy sandwich with crispy fried shrimp and fresh vegetables.
Delicious shrimp po' boy sandwich with crispy fried shrimp, fresh tomatoes, and creamy sauce.
Delicious fried oysters served with a lemon garnish at The Original Island Shrimp House.
Fresh Island Shrimp Sandwich with crispy fried shrimp and fresh toppings.
Shrimp tacos with salsa on a white plate, showcasing fresh seafood and vibrant flavors.
Tavern-style battered fish with fries on a platter, served with dipping sauce.
Creamy shrimp mac and cheese topped with crushed crackers and parsley.
Fried shrimp with fries, bread roll, lemon wedges, and dipping sauce on a red plate.
Fresh fish sandwich with crispy breading, tomato slices, and tartar sauce at The Original Island Shr.

Visit Us

12902 S La Grange Rd.
Palos Park, IL 60464

(708) 923-6646

Business Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 11:30am - 8pm
Wednesday: 11:30am - 8pm
Thursday: 11:30am - 8pm
Friday: 11am - 9pm
Saturday: 11am - 8pm
Sunday: 12pm - 7pm

Visit Us

12902 S La Grange Rd.
Palos Park, IL 60464

(708) 923-6646

Business Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 11:30am - 8pm
Wednesday: 11:30am - 8pm
Thursday: 11:30am - 8pm
Friday: 11am - 9pm
Saturday: 11am - 8pm
Sunday: 12pm - 7pm

Yes. We offer dine in service and carry out, and many of our favorites are cooked to order.

You can view the menu online, and we also provide downloadable menu PDFs on the Menu page.

Yes. Our Online Menu is available, and you can also call if you have questions before ordering.

Yes, we offer catering for all of our menu items as well as items that aren't on the menu. Have a special request? Just give us a call!

We run weekend features, including fish fry options. Availability can vary, so the safest move is to call and confirm what’s running this weekend.

Some seafood pricing can change with market conditions. If you want current pricing for specific items, call and we’ll confirm.