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Shanahan's Cajun Creole

7353 W. Madison St., Forest Park, IL 60130

Restaurants

Creole dishes, po' boys, & monthly Cajun specials in a lively, kitschy space.

Since 1976 Shanahan's, has been known for the best in Creole Cajun Cuisine. Chicken and Andouille Sausage Gumbo, Seafood Jambalaya, Crawfish Etouffee, Shrimp Creole are just a few of our Louisiana influenced entrees. Festival weekends are held monthly with the appetizer / entrée specials such as Shrimp, Oysters, Crawfish, Crab and Garlic. Shanahan's also offers a tempting variety of Homemade Soups, Salads Po boys as well as Daily Specials for Lunch and Dinner. Try our Homemade Pecan Pie, Key Lime Pie and Louisiana Bread Pudding. For Beverages we are known for our extensive Draught Beers (especially our Guinness) and our World Famous Hurricanes. Enjoy!

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