$80 - 'Chicago's Best Seafood': 5-Course Chef's Menu for 2

The Deal

Zagat recently named Oceanique Chicago's best seafood restaurant, awarding chef Mark Grosz's "dazzling [and] expertly prepared" cuisine a rare "excellent" rating (25). Time Out Chicago also praises Oceanique, saying "it’s tough to keep a comfortable, laid-back vibe while serving upscale food, but this Evanston favorite does it." With this exclusive Local Deal, two diners can enjoy a special five-course chef's menu for $80, regularly $160.

Chef Grosz focuses on seasonal, local and organic cuisine, and each night's menu will change based on the best available ingredients. This Travelzoo-exclusive five-course menu may include:

• A "chef's surprise" amuse bouche to start

• A second course with selections such as wild Maine sea scallops, Michigan corn soup, house-made country pate or Maryland soft-shell crab tempura

• A third course of a seasonal sorbet, made in-house, to cleanse the palate

• A fourth course with selections like Maine bluefin tuna served with bacon and mushrooms; Alaskan halibut with white asparagus and purple potatoes; or organic Spanish turbot with heirloom carrots and lemongrass

• A dessert course featuring a selection of freshly baked French pastries

Also available with this deal is the opportunity to book a table for four for $150, regularly $360; an even greater discount. Getting to Oceanique is easy from downtown -- it's located just steps from the Metra and the CTA's Purple Line. 

Terms and Conditions
Vouchers can be redeemed starting Thursday, Aug. 30, through Feb. 28, 2013. Any beverages or a la carte items are not included. Reservations are required and subject to availability. Each voucher is valid for 2 or 4 diners only. Not valid on New Year's Eve or Valentine's Day. Valid for dine-in only. Not valid in conjunction with the "No Corkage" promotion on Monday, but is still valid for dinner on Monday. Chef's menu is subject to change. Tax and an automatic 18% gratuity will be additional. This deal cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion. Must be used in 1 visit.

Photos: Nathan Smith