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Get Hooked on Fried Fish in STC

  • 4 days ago
  • 3 min read

This time of year, the popular Friday fish fry is an essential tradition. Crispy, golden and perfectly flaky - this savory fare is enough to make anyone's mouth water. Here in St. Charles, many local spots are ready to reel you in with all their fried fish offerings. Keep reading below and get hooked!


Photos Courtesy of Colonial Cafe

Colonial Cafe has been a favorite of many for over 100 years, so it's not hard to believe that their fish fry is top-notch. Their classic fish & chips is always a satisfying choice, but on Fridays after 11:00 AM, you can treat yourself to their beer-battered fish fry, served with fries and apple coleslaw.


Photo 1 Courtesy of Dukes Northwoods. Photo 2 Courtesy of Brigette Burgman of Nomadic Soul Photography

When it comes to fried fish, nothing is quite like a traditional Wisconsin fish fry. Dukes Northwoods is continuing that tradition right here in St. Charles, with a beer-battered walleye that you'll be dying to reel in.



Continually voted Best of the West by West Suburban Magazine - The Evergreen Pub and Grill is back with their beloved Friday fish fry once again! Their lineup has every seafood craving covered, featuring walleye, perch, cod, jumbo shrimp, and even a catch of the day!


You're sure to get your fried fish fill, when you join The Filling Station Pub & Grill! Their hand-breaded broasted cod is served with buttery Texas toast, coleslaw, and a generous helping of French fries. One bite is all it takes to see why they've remained a community favorite for more than 35 years.


Photos Courtesy of Franky's Red Hots

Every year, Franky's Red Hots rolls out a special special seasonal menu featuring fish fillets, sandwiches, fried shrimp, and more. It's the perfect place to reel in fast, satisfying fried fish from an establishment that has called St. Charles home since 2014.


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Photos Courtesy of The Hive Tavern & Eatery

See what all the buzz is about with The Hive Tavern & Eatery's fried fish! This season, they have a special seafood menu with favorites like fish fry, crispy fried shrimp, fish sandwiches, and much more. Pair it with their daily drink specials and you've got a place to satisfy your seafood cravings all week long.


Nothing goes hand-in-hand quite like a Friday fish fry and a traditional Irish pub, and at McNally's Irish Pub & Kitchen, they've got one that's hard to beat! Their fish n chips are made with a golden fried Atlantic cod, and paired with their fresh, hand-cut fries for a pairing that's as classic as it is delicious.


Don't miss your chance to enjoy all-you-can-eat fish n chips at The Office Dining and Spirits - the best "office" in town. On Friday's, you can dig into their crispy beer-battered cod, served with a side of their tasty homemade tartar sauce for the perfect finishing touch.


On Friday's, you can swim on over to Rookie's All-American Pub & Grill for their "almost" all-you-can-eat fish fry. Their battered walleye comes with fries, coleslaw and cornbread, and when you are finally ready for more- the seconds are on them!


Photos Courtesy of Wahlburgers

Of course, Wahlburgers is known for their award-winning, mouthwatering burgers. However, did you know they have a delectable fish sandwich, too? Golden, crunchy, and flaky, their crispy fish sandwich is ideal for satisfying that Friday craving.



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