Just because the Prairie State is located inland doesn’t mean you can’t find some good waterfront dining. In fact, there are several waterfront seafood restaurants in Illinois and we have handpicked a few that are worth a drive from any part of the state. Here are a few incredible places where you can dine on fresh seafood while enjoying a water view:

  1. Port Edward Restaurant, Algonquin

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Port Edward/Facebook Port Edward Restaurant sits along the lovely, scenic Fox River where you can dine with a view. Enjoy oysters, clams, mussels, Alaskan king crab legs, walleye pike, and many more fresh seafood dishes. This waterfront establishment also offers a happy hour during the week as well as a champagne brunch on Sundays. Visit the website to learn more. 20 W Algonquin Rd, Algonquin, IL 60102, USA

  1. Lindy’s Landing, Wauconda

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jeannie guerin/Google With views of Bangs Lake in Wauconda, Lindy’s Landing is a popular establishment that first opened its doors in 1965. Dine on seafood jambalaya, grilled salmon, and other fish dishes as you look out on the water. Visit the website to learn more. 115 Park St, Wauconda, IL 60084, USA

  1. Beach House, Decatur

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Beach House/Facebook Have a meal at the Beach House on Lake Decatur. You’ll love everything from the jambalaya pasta to the parmesan-crusted tilapia, the Atlantic salmon, and the seafood mac. Visit the website to learn more. 2301 E Lake Shore Dr, Decatur, IL 62521, USA

  1. Kuchie’s on the Water, Creve Coeur

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Kuchie’s on the Water/Facebook Home to the famous Shipwreck Bloody Mary, Kuchie’s on the Water offers a variety of seafood that can’t be beat. Hang out at this popular spot and take in the views of the Illinois River. Read our previous coverage to learn more. 579 Wesley Rd, Creve Coeur, IL 61610, USA

  1. Jonah’s Seafood House & 2601 Oyster Bar, East Peoria

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Jonah’s Seafood House & 2601 Oyster Bar/Facebook You can find Jonah’s Seafood House on the banks of the Illinois River in East Peoria. With stunning views and delectable seafood, you’ll enjoy every moment you’re here. Visit the website to learn more. 2601 N Main St, East Peoria, IL 61611, USA

Have you dined at any of these seafood restaurants in Illinois? What is your favorite establishment for seafood around the state? Let us know in the comments!

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Port Edward/Facebook

Port Edward Restaurant sits along the lovely, scenic Fox River where you can dine with a view. Enjoy oysters, clams, mussels, Alaskan king crab legs, walleye pike, and many more fresh seafood dishes. This waterfront establishment also offers a happy hour during the week as well as a champagne brunch on Sundays. Visit the website to learn more.

20 W Algonquin Rd, Algonquin, IL 60102, USA

Lindy’s Landing/Facebook

jeannie guerin/Google

With views of Bangs Lake in Wauconda, Lindy’s Landing is a popular establishment that first opened its doors in 1965. Dine on seafood jambalaya, grilled salmon, and other fish dishes as you look out on the water. Visit the website to learn more.

115 Park St, Wauconda, IL 60084, USA

Beach House/Facebook

Have a meal at the Beach House on Lake Decatur. You’ll love everything from the jambalaya pasta to the parmesan-crusted tilapia, the Atlantic salmon, and the seafood mac. Visit the website to learn more.

2301 E Lake Shore Dr, Decatur, IL 62521, USA

Kuchie’s on the Water/Facebook

Home to the famous Shipwreck Bloody Mary, Kuchie’s on the Water offers a variety of seafood that can’t be beat. Hang out at this popular spot and take in the views of the Illinois River. Read our previous coverage to learn more.

579 Wesley Rd, Creve Coeur, IL 61610, USA

Jonah’s Seafood House & 2601 Oyster Bar/Facebook

You can find Jonah’s Seafood House on the banks of the Illinois River in East Peoria. With stunning views and delectable seafood, you’ll enjoy every moment you’re here. Visit the website to learn more.

2601 N Main St, East Peoria, IL 61611, USA

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