Not Known For: Mashed potatoes at Shaw’s Crab House

Oysters, crab cakes, sushi, fresh fish, seasonal salmon specials. These are the (relatively healthy) things Shaw’s Crab House is known for. But in the midst of devouring all of the above during a recent visit, I discovered they also make a mean side of mashed potatoes. The buttery-creamy concoction nears perfection, served in an silver, All-Clad pot, with a wad of butter thrown on top for good, calorie-filled measure. 21 E. Hubbard St., 312.527.2722
Yes, that is where our spoon dug in moments before.