I’m always looking for a new “quirky” Friday lunch eatery. I found one today in Park Ridge. The Pier is a new family-run fish shack specializing in high quality moderately priced seafood. I know what you’re thinking, Dave hates seafood! So true, but my better half loves fish and chips, so who am I to deny this woman. I am happy to report that she loved the fish and chips at The Pier. I even took a bite, and while not yelling “ahoy”, I have to admit it wasn’t terrible. If you’re a landlubber like me, they have turf food like cheesesteaks (very tasty) to go along with the surf foods like escargot. The prices are not fast-food cheap, but they are moderate and the exposed kitchen looked clean as a whistle. It’s worth a try if you got a hankering for some flipper .

I called up and was put on hold for a brief minute and ask for the special There are more than one... I had the fish sandwich. Great lunch special... Had a really nice piece of fish on a toasted roll with lettuce, tomato and tartar sauce with a side of coleslaw and steak fries with a can of soda for 15.99 including tax... Can’t beat that. I will be trying their other lunch specials in the future. The fish was crispy as was the lettuce. I could only eat some of the fries because the sandwich was so big. Looking forward to my next meal at the pier. Update. Second visit even better!

5 STARS ALL THE F*CKING WAY. Thank you, Ralph, for running a local business that provides a memorable dining experience for seafood lovers! I'm not exaggerating when I say this is one of the best meals I've had. The Pier is a casual family-owned restaurant serving only the freshest seafood. They only have five tables for dine-in, so it's more of a take-out place. If you would like to eat in, you can always call for a reservation and they're happy to accommodate. We called for a table around 4pm on a Sunday. There's plenty of parking available on site. The interior is super cute and filled with beach and ocean-themed decorations. If you're a seafood lover, this is heaven for you. They have tons of variety on their menu- lobster, crab, octopus, calamari, mussels, clams, oysters, shrimp, salmon, cod, etc. I only saw a few non-seafood options, such as their house burger, ribs, and strip steak. We ordered the bacon wrapped scallops (4 for 13) and 2 lobster rolls (warm with butter aka Connecticut style) for 25 each. You get to choose a side with the roll, so I went with the sweet potato fries. It does take awhile to get your food but that's because they make every single dish FRESH!!! So many restaurants nowadays don't care anymore and just hand you reheated, low quality food. That's not the case here. The bacon wrapped scallops with sweet chili soy sauce... OH MY GOODNESS!!! The flavor profile was out of this world- salty, juicy, tangy, sweet, buttery and spicy all at the same time. The scallops were seared perfectly and were so tender. The bacon wasn't too crispy or fatty either and its smokiness paired well with the scallops. Now for the big prize... the lobster rolls!!!! This is the best lobster roll I've ever had. They did not skimp out on the portions. The lobster pieces were big, juicy, and full of flavor. The butter sauce and fresh lemon were just the cherry on top to enhance the flavor. The bun was fluffy and well toasted with butter. SOOO GOOD. The sweet potato fries were crispy and well seasoned. It was a meal I wish I could savor forever. The service was amazing from start to finish. Our server was super friendly and Ralph, the owner, was a pleasure to speak with. He checked in on us and asked us how we liked the food. He truly cares about customers' dining experience and serving food cooked with love. He's been in the restaurant industry for over 20 years, so this man really knows what he's doing! I will be a returning customer again and again and again. Please come by and try The Pier in Park Ridge!

My husband and I had lunch at this amazing restaurant and we were absolutely delighted! We ordered the lobster roll – it was a true culinary delight. The girl at the counter was incredibly friendly and attentive, and the chef personally came out to greet us, which added a special charm to our visit. The atmosphere in the restaurant is very welcoming, and the food is simply exquisite. A huge thank you to the entire team for the unforgettable experience and delicious dishes. We will definitely be back!

had a wonderful dining experience at Pier at 192. The atmosphere was great, but what really stood out was the exceptional service. Our waitress , Miriam, was absolutely amazing—so kind, attentive, and incredibly helpful. She went above and beyond to ensure we had a perfect meal, making us feel so cared for throughout the evening. It’s rare to find service this thoughtful and genuine. Highly recommend this place, and I’ll definitely be returning. must try malt vinegar on your fries

This is a gem of a place, I’m thrilled I discovered it by chance!! I had the lobster roll and mussels and WOW, delicious!! They’ve made me a regular at first bite. Service was top notch.

My sister and I just had lunch here. The food is excellent. The atmosphere, service, quality and attention to detail in every ingredient all great Two thumbs up ** grilled octopus favorite dish ** Rhode Island calamari jalapenos ** lobster roll is visually pleasing. Decadent, cozy and fresh. Ordered butter but didn’t even use it, perfect as is. Although the fresh dill was an excellent touch. ** mahi mahi tacos coleslaw - - - Recent review as of 5/4. Brought my husband here to celebrate his birthday.. he was blown away. Excellent staff, food was just as delightful as the first time! This time around, I ordered the octopus again because it’s that tasty! The stuffed sole (second favorite item on menu), lobster roll, lobster Mac and cheese and a few other items. Fantastic! The staff is very attentive and personable. Ralph, the owner and chef, came over to greet us which is always a wonderful gesture and says a lot about this establishment and how it’s managed. A place like The Pier is needed everywhere. Many thank you to everyone. We look forward to many more experiences there and wish the best of luck to them. We will see you soon!

Amazing food. The tuna was perfect... the Seafood Medley and fish and chips perfect and huge portions. Owner was really nice and friendly. Good that is very close to home