Best Seafood in Back of the Yards (2026)
2 places ranked using live data from Google, Yelp, Uber Eats & many other platforms
Top Rated Seafood in Back of the Yards
Showing 2 of 2 restaurants · Ranked by FoodIndex score
JJ Fish and Chicken
Soul Food & SeafoodA classic Chicago neighborhood fish and chicken institution in the Back of the Yards.
5401 S Wentworth Ave #4W · Back of the Yards
Seafood Junction Wentworth
SeafoodA neighborhood seafood restaurant in the Back of the Yards on Wentworth Avenue.
5401 S Wentworth Ave #5w · Back of the Yards
About Back of the Yards Seafood
Back of the Yards is part of Chicago's broader food scene, where seafood ranges from raw bar favorites to grilled whole fish. This page focuses on Back of the Yards, while Kenwood and North Center / Avondale stay useful bookmarks when you want to plan a seafood meal run a little farther out.
On this URL we only surface seafood spots tied to Back of the Yards, but each still earns its rank with the same 0–100 blend we use Chicago-wide, so you can trust the signal even when the geography is small.
Right now this page lists 2 standout seafood picks in Back of the Yards, including styles such as raw bar favorites, grilled whole fish, fried platters, coastal classics, and more. Numbers refresh as new reviews land, so the order you see tracks momentum—not a one-time snapshot.
How FoodIndex Scores Restaurants
Every venue earns a single 0–100 FoodIndex score by combining signals from major platforms—stars, review volume, recency, and consistency—so you can compare places fairly at a glance.
Google Reviews
Aggregate star ratings and review volume from Google Maps.
Yelp Ratings
Weighted scores from Yelp’s review community and elite reviewers.
Uber Eats Data
Delivery ratings, order frequency, and customer satisfaction.
Frequently Asked Questions
JJ Fish and Chicken and Seafood Junction Wentworth are considered some of the best seafood restaurants in Back of the Yards based on FoodIndex data. Rankings use signals like rating quality, review volume, recency, and consistency across public platforms, so the top spots reflect places with strong customer feedback.
FoodIndex gives each place a 0–100 score based on public ratings, review counts, recent activity, and consistency across platforms. Places with strong reviews, steady customer feedback, and enough review volume usually rank higher.
No. FoodIndex rankings are not paid placements. The order is based on data signals, not ads, sponsorships, or restaurant promotions.
Use the restaurant list, neighborhood filters, and address details on this page to find seafood near you in Back of the Yards. You can also open each restaurant profile to compare ratings, review counts, menu links, and ordering options.
Yes. Ratings, reviews, menus, and restaurant details can change, so FoodIndex rankings may shift as new data comes in. Check back before you choose a place, especially if you are planning a visit, pickup, or delivery.
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