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Make your day at Shedd even more memorable—take home the perfect souvenir! The aquarium has a range of gift shops to meet your needs.

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Shedd's main gift store is located just off of the main foyer, and features a large octopus hanging from the ceiling.
Shedd's main gift store features interactive toys and a constantly changing collection of toys and novelties.

Shopping at Shedd

Plushes, books, apparel and more—you’ll find something for everyone at our stores, including a range of sustainable items. We have toys made from recycled materials as well as great reusable products to replace single-use items, including water bottles, thermoses, straws, cutlery sets, bags, bowls and even plastic wrap! Because we’re a not-for-profit organization, your purchases directly support Shedd’s mission.

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Shedd's oceanarium gift store is located at the bottom of the blue stairwell, in front of the 4-D theater.
Shedd's oceanarium gift store features aquatic-themed books and toys for everyone.
Shedd's gift stores feature aquatic t-shirts, gifts and accessories.
Shedd's Amazon gift store is located near the exit to Amazon Rising and features Amazon-themed stuffed animals and novelties.
A girl in Shedd's gift store cuddles up to two soft penguin toys.
Shedd's gift shops feature sustainable and artisan-made products.
Shedd's main gift store is located just off of the main foyer, and features a large octopus sculpture hanging from the ceiling.

Dining Options

Bubblenet cafeteria is located below Soundings in the Oceanarium, and features cafeteria-style dining from several different food stations.

Bubble Net Food Court

Open daily, 10:30 a.m. until 2 hours before the building closes; Capacity is limited and tables are spaced in accordance with Chicago regulations. Please do not move tables or chairs.

Explore a family-friendly menu that features pizza, iconic Chicago foods like the Chicago dog and Italian beef, grass-fed burgers, sustainable-sourced fish and chips, house-made soups, and artisan grain bowls. We also offer vegetarian choices like the Beyond Burger™ and feature Partnership for a Healthier America kids meals.

The Bubble Net Food Court is located in the Abbott Oceanarium on lower level 1, near the sea otters.

To support social distancing, please wait until you are seated with food ready before removing your mask to eat.

Soundings Café in Shedd's Oceanarium serves up paninis, soups and sandwiches.

Soundings Café 

Open Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 a.m. until 2 hours before the building closes; Capacity is limited and tables are spaced in accordance with Chicago regulations. Please do not move tables or chairs.

Enjoy a full line of Starbucks drinks and coffee, fresh-baked pastries and sandwiches.

Soundings Café is located in the Abbott Oceanarium on the ground level, near the foot of the green staircase.

To support social distancing, please wait until you are seated with food ready before removing your mask to eat.

Shedd's North Terrace features a gorgeous view of the Chicago skyline and a small garden waterfall to bring guests closer to nature.

Soundings Restaurant

Temporarily closed.

Find fresh salads, wraps and burgers fresh off the grill, all with locally grown ingredients when in season. The casual atmosphere includes one of the best views in town — either inside or on one of our outdoor terraces.

Soundings Café is located in the Abbott Oceanarium on the ground level, near the foot of the green staircase.

The Farmer's Fridge is a vending machine operated by a touch screen, where one may buy fresh salads, snacks and other healthy food options.

Farmer’s Fridge 

Currently closed but other vending options are available.

Any food or drink you bring or purchase must be consumed in designated dining areas. Capacity is limited and tables are spaced in accordance with Chicago regulations. Please do not move tables or chairs.

The Marine Munchroom is located on the main level, at the bottom of the stairs leading to the Aquatic Education Center in the main lobby.

Any food or drink you bring or purchase must be consumed in designated dining areas. Capacity is limited and tables are spaced in accordance with Chicago regulations. Please do not move tables or chairs.

Shedd's Deep Ocean Café is located in the underwater viewing galleries, so that guests can eat snacks as they watch whales swim by.

Deep Ocean Café

Temporarily closed.

Satisfy the kid in everyone with this café in the Polar Play Zone on lower level 2. Choose from favorites like hot dogs, nachos, pretzels, popcorn and Dippin’ Dots.

A photo of the outside of the large tent enclosing Stingray Touch, featuring the colorful illustrative graphic on the front showing stingray silhouettes rendered in cheerful colors.

Stingray Touch

Stingray Touch has closed for the season.

The popcorn cart near the centrally located Caribbean Reef habitat features several stations tucked together into an alcove, each with a countertop where coffee, snacks and popcorn are arranged for purchase.

Popcorn kiosk 

Temporarily closed.

Freshly popped popcorn, Dippin’ Dots and sweet and salty snacks enhance your Caribbean Reef viewing experience. Grab a cold beverage as you’re enchanted by the wonders of the underwater reef.

Caribbean Reef is located centrally on the main level.

Bringing Your Own Food?

Any food or drink you bring must be consumed in designated dining areas. Marine Munchroom is located on the main level, at the bottom of the stairs leading to the Aquatic Education Center in the main lobby. Deep Ocean Café is located in the Polar Play Zone on lower level 2. Capacity is limited and tables are spaced in accordance with Chicago regulations. Please do not move tables or chairs.