The Original Island Shrimp House
A South Suburbs Seafood Standard
For more than 10 years, The Original Island Shrimp House has set the standard for consistency and top seafood in the south suburbs.
Our menu has grown far beyond what you’d expect from a typical Chicago-style “shrimp house,” becoming a destination for fresh fish selections, king crab, lobster rolls, and fan-favorite soups.
If you’re looking for a truly rewarding casual dining experience, we’re here for you.
The Original Island Shrimp House
A South Suburbs Seafood Standard
For more than 10 years, The Original Island Shrimp House has set the standard for consistency and top seafood in the south suburbs.
Our menu has grown far beyond what you’d expect from a typical Chicago-style “shrimp house,” becoming a destination for fresh fish selections, king crab, lobster rolls, and fan-favorite soups.
If you’re looking for a truly rewarding casual dining experience, we’re here for you.
Our Story
A Coastal-Inspired Seafood Favorite in Palos Park
The Original Island Shrimp House opened in late July 2015 with a simple belief: really fresh seafood, served in a casual atmosphere, should be something you can enjoy right here in the Midwest.
We set out to create a place that feels like a coastal gem, the kind you stumble into on a trip from Maine to Florida and never forget. Warm, welcoming, and built for people who love seafood and want it done right.
Today, we’re proud to be a go-to spot for families, date nights, and seafood lovers across the southwest suburbs of Chicagoland, including guests coming in from near Orland Park. Whether you’re dining in or grabbing carryout, we’re here to make it easy to enjoy a meal that feels like a little getaway.
Our Story
A Coastal-Inspired Seafood Favorite in Palos Park
The Original Island Shrimp House opened in late July 2015 with a simple belief: really fresh seafood, served in a casual atmosphere, should be something you can enjoy right here in the Midwest.
We set out to create a place that feels like a coastal gem, the kind you stumble into on a trip from Maine to Florida and never forget. Warm, welcoming, and built for people who love seafood and want it done right.
Today, we’re proud to be a go-to spot for families, date nights, and seafood lovers across the southwest suburbs of Chicagoland, including guests coming in from near Orland Park. Whether you’re dining in or grabbing carryout, we’re here to make it easy to enjoy a meal that feels like a little getaway.
Why Our Seafood Tastes Different
Great seafood starts long before it hits the kitchen. From how it’s sourced to how it’s handled, we focus on standards you can feel good about every time you order.
We prioritize wild-caught seafood and certified sustainable sourcing, because quality matters and so does doing things the right way. It’s the foundation of the flavor you taste at the table.
The overwhelming majority of our seafood is sourced from the United States. We keep it simple and transparent, choosing seafood we’re proud to serve to our own families.
We never serve farm-raised seafood. We also aim to keep chemicals and questionable food practices out of the equation, letting fresh ingredients and straightforward preparation do the work. When local farm produce is in season, we bring it in to round out your meal.
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Never farm-raised
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Certified sustainable sourcing
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Mostly U.S. seafood
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Local farm produce when in season
Why Our Seafood Tastes Different
Great seafood starts long before it hits the kitchen. From how it’s sourced to how it’s handled, we focus on standards you can feel good about every time you order.
We prioritize wild-caught seafood and certified sustainable sourcing, because quality matters and so does doing things the right way. It’s the foundation of the flavor you taste at the table.
The overwhelming majority of our seafood is sourced from the United States. We keep it simple and transparent, choosing seafood we’re proud to serve to our own families.
We never serve farm-raised seafood. We also aim to keep chemicals and questionable food practices out of the equation, letting fresh ingredients and straightforward preparation do the work. When local farm produce is in season, we bring it in to round out your meal.
Never farm-raised
Certified sustainable sourcing
Mostly U.S. seafood
Local farm produce when in season
Coast-to-the-Midwest
Our inspiration comes straight from the coast, then we serve it with the comfort and hospitality you expect here in the southwest suburbs.
New England classics
If you love the flavors of the Northeast, you’ll feel right at home. Think lobster favorites, chowder-style comfort, and classics like clams, scallops, and calamari that bring that “seaside spot” feeling to Palos Park.
Gulf comfort
For bold, satisfying flavor, we lean into Gulf-style influences too. Shrimp takes center stage, along with comforting dishes inspired by Southern staples, including jambalaya-style flavor.
Bering Sea favorites
When you’re craving something that feels like a true treat, we also feature crab options inspired by the Bering Sea, perfect for celebrations or any day you want to make a meal feel special.
Guests visit us from across Chicagoland, including near Orland Park, for coastal flavor without the long drive.
Coast-to-the-Midwest
Our inspiration comes straight from the coast, then we serve it with the comfort and hospitality you expect here in the southwest suburbs.
New England classics
If you love the flavors of the Northeast, you’ll feel right at home. Think lobster favorites, chowder-style comfort, and classics like clams, scallops, and calamari that bring that “seaside spot” feeling to Palos Park.
Gulf comfort
For bold, satisfying flavor, we lean into Gulf-style influences too. Shrimp takes center stage, along with comforting dishes inspired by Southern staples, including jambalaya-style flavor.
Bering Sea favorites
When you’re craving something that feels like a true treat, we also feature crab options inspired by the Bering Sea, perfect for celebrations or any day you want to make a meal feel special.
Guests visit us from across Chicagoland, including near Orland Park, for coastal flavor without the long drive.