Succulent Seafood

Succulent Seafood operates as both a fresh fish market and a prepared seafood counter in the Hawthorne Square Plaza, and the dual identity works in its favor because the fish you eat is the same fish in the display case. We ordered the Cajun Shrimp Plate, plump Gulf shrimp seasoned with a Cajun spice blend and served with rice, a straightforward preparation that let the quality of the shellfish speak clearly. The Fish and Chips featured a light, crispy batter over fresh cod that crackled audibly on the first bite, served with golden fries and a tangy tartar sauce. The lobster bisque was available as a daily special, rich and velvety with visible pieces of lobster meat rather than the puréed shortcuts most places take. The market side offers whole fish, fillets, and shellfish for home cooking, along with house-made seasonings and sauces. The space is compact and oriented toward counter service and takeout rather than lingering, but a handful of tables accommodate those who want to eat on-site. For Naperville residents who want genuinely fresh seafood without a restaurant markup, Succulent fills a niche that no other spot in town covers.