118131 Sun Jul 17 19:24:09 -0700 2005 2 7 Chicago Area 0 644940 any recommendations? Sun Jul 17 19:24:09 -0700 2005 0 guapo 1 645029 Had some fantastice soft shell crab at West Town Tavern about a month ago. It was served as a BLT, but was open-faced and heavenly. Not sure if they are still in season, so I would call ahead it you intend to head there specifically for the crab. Also, my husband and I purchased some fresh soft shells at Fox & Obel about two months ago. They were exactly the way you'd want them: still alive when we selected them. The fishmonger cleaned them for us, we took them home, dusted them with flour, and pan-fried them in garlic caper butter. Absolutely outstanding! Thu Jul 21 18:28:43 -0700 2005 644940 0 Vanessa R 2 645032 Where is Fox and Obel and how big were the crabs and how much were they? My mouth is watering already. Thanks. Thu Jul 21 23:24:10 -0700 2005 645029 0 Wayne