best fish fry near me

The Friday night fish fry is one of Milwaukee’s most cherished and distinctive traditions. It’s also happens to be a great way to support local restaurants.

In an effort to assist you in getting your fix, we’ve pulled together a guide of some of the best fish fries around town and beyond.

Important to note: Due to supply chain issues and budget constraints, menus at given venues may be subject to change. Please double check offerings and operational hours before you order online or pay a visit.

Remember: Be safe. Be kind. And tip generously.

A fish fry marked with this symbol has been reviewed by Lori Fredrich as part of her Thank Cod It’s Fryday series.

Where do you want to find a fish fry?

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Most churches and organizations offer fish fry during the Lenten season; so be sure to check with each organization before you go during other times of the year.

Cafe El Sol United Community Center 1028 S. 9th St., (414) 384-3100unitedcc.org Serving: Latin fish fry buffet for dine-in until 8:30 p.m. (live music from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.)

Holy Family Catholic Church4825 N. Wildwood Ave., Whitefish Bay, (414) 332-8175hfparishschool.org Serving: Friday Feb. 24 through April 7 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. (dine-in or carry-out)

Mother of Perpetual Help Parish 1212 S. 117th St., West Allis, (414) 453-5192 Serving: Feb. 24, March 10 and March 24 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. (dine-in or carry-out)

Polish Center of Wisconsin 6941 S. 68th St. (414) 529-2140polishcenterofwisconsin.org Serving: Fridays, Feb. 24 through April 7 from 4 to 8 p.m. (dine-in or drive-thru)

St. Augustine of Hippo Catholic Church2530 S. Howell Ave., Bay View (414) 481-3242staugies.org Serving: Feb. 24, March 17, April 7 from 4 to 7 p.m. (dine in or carry-out: walk-in only, no calls)

St. Bernadette Parish 8200 W. Denver Ave., Milwaukee (414) 358-4600stbweb.net Serving: Feb. 24, March 10, March 24, April 7 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. (dine-in or carry-out) Pre-oreders accepted.

Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church 2160 Wauwatosa Ave., Wauwatosa, (414) 778-1555stsconstantinehelenwi.org Serving: Feb. 24 through April 7 from 4 to 8 p.m. (dine in or carry-out)

St. Florian Parish 1215 S. 45th St., Milwaukee (414) 383-3565stflorian.org Serving: March 3 and March 24 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. (dine-in or carry-out)

St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church 8500 W. Cold Spring Rd., Greenfield, (414) 321-1965stjohns-grfd.org Serving: Fridays Feb. 24, March 17 and April 7 from 4 to 7 p.m. (dine in or carry-out)

St. Sebastian Parish School Cafeteria, 1740 N. 55th St. Serving: Dine-in or carry-out on March 3. Carry-out only on Feb. 24, March 10, March 17, March 24, March 31 and April 7 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.

St. Stephen Catholic Church1441 W. Oakwood Road, Oak Creek, (414) 762-0552saintstephenmil.org Serving: Fridays during Lent from 4 to 7 p.m. (dine in or drive-thru)

Cafe Benelux346 N. Broadway, (414) 501-2500cafebenelux.com On Ash Wednesday and every Friday throughout Lent, Benelux will offer fish specials starting at 11 a.m. That includes their classic haddock fish fry (choose Sierra Nevada beer-batter or extra crisp potato chip breading) served with apple cabbage slaw, frites, rye bread, tartar sauce and lemon.

Central Waters Brewing/Trouble Makers Cocina 1037 W. Juneau Ave., (414) 949-1998troublemakersmke.com/central-waters Stop in at the local brewery for great brews plus hand-battered cod, fries, ancho-guajillo coleslaw, toast points and housemade tartar sauce, available Fridays only.

Club Charlie’s 320 E. Menomonee St., (414) 763-8548Clubcharlies.com Club Charlie’s fish fry includes three pieces of beer-batterd cod with fries, rye bread, homemade coleslaw and tartar sauce.

Company Brewing735 E. Center St., (414) 930-0909companybrewing.com[Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] Company’s fish fry features breaded walleye, buttered rye toast, coleslaw, tartar sauce and french fries or potato pancake. Be sure to order some beer to enjoy alongside.

County Clare 1234 N. Astor St., (414) 272-5273Countyclare-inn.com County Clare’s fish fry includes fresh cut cod, pub fries, coleslaw and tartar sauce.

Dairyland Old Fashioned Frozen Custard & Hamburgers 3rd Street Market Hall 275 W. Wisconsin Ave., (414) 531-5772ilovedairyland.com Head to the Downtown food hall for an good old fashioned fish fry at Dairyland. Their Friday night special is served throughout the Lenten season and includes three pieces of beer-battered wild Alaskan cod, French fries, buttermilk coleslaw and rye bread. Pair it up with a classic old fashioned from the main bar or a great glass (or bottle) of wine from the Strange Town wine shop.

Explorium Brewpub143 W. St. Paul Ave., (414) 423-1365exploriumbrew.com [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday Review] Enjoy Explorium’s fish & chips with beer-battered Atlantic cod with fries, coleslaw and tartar sauce any day of the week. On Fridays, there’s also breaded perch or baked cod served with tartar sauce, creamy coleslaw, rye bread and your choice of fries or potato pancakes.

Good City Brewing 2108 N. Farwell Ave., (414) 539-4343Goodcitybrewing.com Good City offers their Pils-battered cod with fries, tartar sauce and coleslaw. Pair it up with a Good City Brew and your Milwaukee Friday is complete.

Hacienda Beer Co.2018 E. North Ave., (414) 296-7200haciendabeerco.com Enjoy Hacienda’s pale ale-battered cod, beer-battered fries, southern style remoulade and jalapeno coleslaw. It’s the perfect pairing for a pint (or growler) of Hacienda beer!

The Knick 1030 E. Juneau Ave., (414) 272-0011theknickrestaurant.com The Knick offers a cod or perch fry with steak fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce and a salted rye baguette.

Lakefront Brewery Beer Hall1872 N. Commerce St., (414) 292-0808lakefrontbrewery.com Lakefront’s famous fish fry includes East Side Dark battered cod, creamy coleslaw, house-made tartar sauce, a lemon wedge and choice of sides.

Major Goolsby’s 340 W. Kilbourn Ave., (414) 271-3414majorgoolsbys.com On Fridays, Goolsby’s serves up their traditional breaded cod with coleslaw and fries.

Miller Time Pub509 W. Wisconsin Ave., (414) 271-2337milwaukee.millertimepubandgrill.com Miller Time Pub welcomes guests to try the famous Milwaukee fish fry tradition seven days a week. The entree includes Miller High Life beer-battered cod served with coleslaw, tartar sauce and French fries.

MOTOR 400 W. Canal St., (414) 287-2778motorrestaurant.com Enjoy one of the few remaining all-you-can-eat fish frys at Motor. Theirs features beer-battered fish, French fries, fresh jicama slaw, cornbread and tartar sauce.

Newsroom Pub 137 E. Wells St., (414) 249-4090newsroompub.com Stop by the Newsroom every Friday for headline-worthy beer-battered cod served alongside fries, coleslaw and tartar sauce.

Oak Barrel Public House 1033 N. Old World 3rd St., (414) 897-8320Oakbarrelmilwaukee.com On Fridays Oak Barrel Public House serves up their special whiskey battered cod with fries and slaw. Pair it with your favorite whiskey or one of their craft brews.

Old German Beer Hall 1009 N. Old World 3rd St., (414) 226-2728oldgermanbeerhall.com The fish fry at the Old German Beer Hall is Hofbrau beer-battered and served with fries, lemon, rye bread and coleslaw.

Pilot Project 1128 N. 9th St., (414) 395-1070pilotprojectbrewing.com/milwaukee Head to Milwaukee’s newest pilot brewery for a platter of Old Bay floured Lake Winnebago walleye, Northern Wisconsin Lakes bluegill and Pilot Project beer-battered, saltwater cod. Served with G-Dilla dipping sauce, fried zucchini, pickles and rosemary fries. Fish fry is available every Friday while supplies last.

Red Lion Pub1850 N. Water St., (414) 431-900redlionpubmke.com In keeping with the pub’s British theme, you can get English fish ‘n’ chips every day at Red Lion, featuring beer-battered Atlantic cod served with chips, tartar sauce, and your choice of coleslaw or traditional mushy peas.

SafeHouse 779 N. Front St., (414) 271-2007safe-house.com Even spies love fish fries. Get yours at the SafeHouse where they serve up beer-battered cod that’s secretly served with French fries, coleslaw and Top Gun tartar sauce. Top secret intel: The SafeHouse fish fry isn’t just for Fridays; in fact, it’s available every day of the week.

Sam’s Place Jazz Cafe 3338 N. Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr., (414) 837-5127samsplacejazz.com Enjoy live jazz alongside your Friday fish fry! Sam’s offers a four-piece catfish or perch dinner with a choice of soup or salad and two sides (green beans, spaghetti, fries or coleslaw) and dessert.

SportClub 750 N. Jefferson St., (414) 808-1588sportclubmke.com Every Friday, SportClub offers Guinness battered cod, haystack onions and fresh house-made coleslaw; served with house tartar sauce, warm rye bread and fries. Available starting at 11 a.m.

St. Paul Fish Company400 N. Water St. (414) 220-8383stpaulfish.com If there’s one place in town that knows fish, it’s St. Paul Fish Company in the Milwaukee Public Market. And it serves a fine fish fry to boot. Choose from Schlitz battered cod or shrimp, grouper, walleye or catfish paired with fries and coleslaw. Or treat yourself to the live Maine lobster dinner for under $20 every day.

Swingin’ Door Exchange219 E Michigan St. (414) 276-8891swingindoorexchange.com [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] The Swingin’ Door fry features Icelandic cod, perch or shrimp, plus all the usual goods.

Tess 2499 N. Bartlett Ave., (414) 964-TESS (8377)tess2499.com Tess’s Friday night fry includes tempura battered tilapia or panko breaded lake perch with sweet potato fries, crunchy Asian coleslaw, buttered marble rye bread, house made ketchup and tartar sauce, and lemon.

The Tracks Tavern & Grill 1020 E. Locust St., (414) 562-2020trackstavernmilwaukee.org On Wednesdays and Fridays this Riverwest spot serves up your choice of fried pollack, perch or shrimp served up with tartar or cocktail sauce, coleslaw, lemon wedge, rye bread, and your choice of fries or tots.

The Truck Stop / The Garage 1701 N. Arlington Pl., (414) 837-4194thetruckstopmke.com Looking for something different in a fun, casual environment? Head to The Garage where The Truck Stop is serving up both a Nashville hot fish fry or beer battered fish fry from 3 to 9 p.m. Both are served with chive fries, sweet southern slaw, homemade tartar, rye bread, butter and lemon.

Turning Tables Tavern & Eatery 1040 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave., (414) 210-3451turningtablesmke.com On Fridays, beginning at 4 p.m., this Dowtown spot serves up your choice of fried cod or catfish with classic accompaniments including coleslaw, rye bread and tartar sauce.

Uncle Bucks 1125 N. Old World Third St., (414) 988-0355unclebucksonthird.com Enjoy Spotted-Cow-battered perch or cod with house-made slaw and tartar sauce, buttered marble rye and fries. Fridays only.

Victor’s1230 N Van Buren St., (414) 272-2522victorsonvanburen.com[Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] Enjoy baked or battered cod or breaded perch served with with coleslaw, tartar sauce, lemon wedges and freshly baked round of loaf country white bread and butter. You can also choose from fries, cheesy hash browns or baked potato. Reservations now accepted!

Von Trier2235 N. Farwell Ave., (414) 272-1775vontriers.com [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] This classic East Side beer hall is a great spot for German brews. But on Friday night you’ll also find Bitburger battered cod or paprika baked cod with coleslaw, rye bread, tartar sauce, lemon and a choice of fries, smashed potato salad, seasonal vegetables, or spaetzle. You can sub in potato pancakes, a cup of soup or salad for +$1.50.

Who’s on Third 1007 N. Old World 3rd St., (414) 897-8373whosonthirdmke.com Who’s on Third’s classic fish fry features Riverwest Stein battered cod, fries, coleslaw and tartar sauce. It’s available Friday through Sunday.

South/Southwest Side

Amelia’s 724 E. Layton Ave., (414) 483-0345amelias.foodspot.com At Amelia’s you can order up cod or smelt with coleslaw, rye bread and tartar sauce. There’s also shrimp, perch or walleye. Potato pancakes are also available.

Bass Bay BrewhouseS79W15851 Aud Mar Dr., Muskego (414) 377-9449bassbaybrewhouse.com [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] Bass Bay’s classic Wisconsin fish fry is available every day and includes hand-breaded Atlantic cod served with tartar sauce, fries, marbled rye with Wisconsin butter and house made coleslaw. On Fridays, you can also enjoy specials like pan-fried rye crusted walleye, shrimp, poor man’s lobster and cod oscar.

The Bosch Tavern5871 S. 108th St., Hales Corners (414) 427-1400theboschtavern.com Enjoy beer-battered haddock, baked haddock or the Bosch haddock fish boil. Sides include marble rye, coleslaw, tartar sauce and fries.

The Brass Tap 7808 W. Layton Ave., Greenfield, (414) 301-4054brasstapbeerbar.com/greenfield [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] Craft beer? Check. Fish fry? Check. Here you can choose from beer battered or baked cod, beer battered blue gill or perch, or a fried combo platter featuring all three. Each comes with coleslaw, rye bread and choice of fries. Potato pancakes and other sides available for a slight upcharge.

Brewtown Eatery 5121 W. Howard Ave., (414) 321-3900brewtowneatery.com [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] Deep fried cod, perch and bluegill are all on offer along with fries, potato pancakes or baked potato and coleslaw.

Camino 434 S. 2nd St., (414) 763-0232caminomke.com Camino is serving up a Friday night fish fry featuring battered fried cod served with fries, coleslaw, rye bread and cajun remoulade. Additional seafood options available.

Centraal Grand Cafe & Tappery2306 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., (414) 755-0378cafecentraal.com On Ash Wednesday and every Friday throughout Lent, Centraal will offer fish specials starting at 11 a.m. That includes their classic fish fry featuring a choice of Sierra Nevada Pale Ale battered haddock or perch served with creamy coleslaw, tartar sauce, frites, rye and lemon. Herb-baked haddock is also available.

Clifford’s Supper Club10418 W. Forest Home Ave., (414) 425-6226cliffordsfinefood.com When it comes to fish fry at Cliffords, you have options. Their famous fish fry featuring battered Icelandic cod, French fries, rye bread, rolls, coleslaw, and tartar sauce is available every day in the dining room or for carry-out. On Fridays, they also serve their all-you-can-eat fish in their dining hall. Reservations are highly recommended.

Coach’s Pub & Grill5356 S. 13th St., (414) 281-8175coachspubngrill.com Variety is the name of the game at Coach’s Pub & Grill. Choose from fried cod, perch, blue gill or walleye served with a variety of sides (including potato pancakes). If you’d prefer to take your fish fry to go, there are also buckets of of cod available with your choice of French fries, waffle fries, or potato pancakes; plus coleslaw, rye bread, tartar sauce and lemons.

Don’s TV & Repair 1100 S. 1st St., (414) 808-0805donsmke.com Don’s speakeasy fish fry comes with beer battered cod, coleslaw, tartar sauce, horseradish potato pancakes and salted rye toast. Pair it with one of their boozy shakes for a supper club-esque experience.

Erv’s Mug130 W. Ryan Rd., (414) 762-5010ervsmug.com [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] Erv’s Mug offers fish fry on Wednesday and Friday. Options include beer battered or baked fish with a choice of clam chowder or French onion soup, coleslaw, rye bread and choice of potato (fries, baked potato, potato pancakes). Fried lake perch is also available.

Explorium BrewpubSouthridge Mall, 5300 S 76th St., (414) 423-1365exploriumbrew.com [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday Review] Enjoy Explorium’s fish & chips with beer-battered Atlantic cod, fries, coleslaw and tartar sauce any day of the week.

Final Approach4959 S. Howell Ave., (414) 744-7060finalapproachmilwaukee.com If you’re near the airport, head over to Final Approach for beer battered cod, breaded perch, baked cod or breaded or broiled walleye served with fries or potato pancakes, coleslaw, rye bread and homemade tartar sauce. An all-you-can eat battered cod fish fry is also available.

Grainger’s Pub & Grill3400 W. Loomis Rd., (414) 282-9917graingersbar.com Friday’s catch includes beer-breaded cod, bluegill or shrimp. All come with coleslaw, fries or potato pancakes, and rye bread.

The Hale House 10539 W. Forest Home Ave., Hales Corners, (414) 377-9392hale-house.com The Hale House’s fish fry is available on both Wednesday and Friday with options including fried or baked cod, perch or bluegill. Plates are served with coleslaw, tartar sauce, rye bread and a choice of sides, including potato pancakes.

Hue2699 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Bay View, (414) 294-0483huerestaurants.com Step outside the lines and try a new take on the Wisconsin classic. Offered every Friday, the Hue fish fry features turmeric-marinated, beer-battered swai served with garlic fried rice, cabbage slaw and Thai basil aioli.

Joe’s K Ranch 4840 S. Whitnall Ave., Cudahy, (414) 481-1775www.kranch.com Choose from “batter dipt” or broiled cod; broiled, “batter dipt” or pan-fried walleye; cod oscar; or grilled cajun shrimp. Meals come with bread, soup or salad and a choice of fries, baked potato or potato pancakes.

Kegel’s Inn 5901 W. National Ave., (414) 257-9999kegelsinn.com Reservations are recommended Friday fish fry options at Kegel’s include hand-breaded cod, perch, blue gill, walleye, catfish or jumbo shrimp alongside rye bread, coleslaw, tartar sauce, lemon and French fries. Substitute fries for a baked potato, loaded baked potato, potato pancakes or German potato salad for an upcharge. Guests can also pre-order their fish fry online for convenient drive-thru pick-up.

The Landing 2234 E. Layton Ave., Saint Francis, (414) 483-0702landingfoodandspirits.com The Landing’s fish fry includes beer-battered or breaded cod served with fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce and rye bread.

Light Palace Pub & Grill 5880 S. Packard Ave., Cudahy, (414) 489-2652facebook.com/lightpalacecudahy The Light Palace fry features beer battered or breaded Icelandic cod, walleye, blue gill or lake perch accompanied by marble rye bread, coleslaw and a choice of fries, garlic mashed potatoes, potato salad. Potato pancakes are available for a slight upcharge.

Meyer’s Restaurant & Banquet Hall4260 S. 76th St., (414) 321-4400meyers.restaurant Meyer’s offers a plethora of fish options on Fridays including beer-battered, fried or baked cod with coleslaw, tartar sauce and a choice of potato (mashed, fries, parsley boiled or potato pancakes).

Mulligan’s Irish Pub & Grill 8933 S. 27th St., Franklin, (414) 304-030MulligansOn27th.com Fish fry includes beer-battered or breaded haddock, beer-battered or breaded walleye, breaded perch or blue gill served with house made tartar sauce, coleslaw, choice of colcannon potatoes, potato pancakes or beer battered French fries.

O’Lydia’s338 S. 1st St., (414) 271-7546olydias.com[Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] O’lydia’s Friday fish fry includes cod, perch, bluegill, shrimp or a combo fry alongside your choice of potato (potato pancakes offered), homemade coleslaw and rye.

Oscar’s on Pierce1712 W. Pierce St., (414) 810-1820oscarsonpierce.com Oscar’s has a mean burger. But, they also serve a fish fry (on Fridays only) with breaded cod, coleslaw, house-made fries and rye bread.

The Packing House900 E. Layton Ave., (414) 483-5054packinghousemke.com[Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] Drive-thru style carry-out is available. The Packing House is famous for its fish fry, which comes in both baked or fried varieties with all the traditional sides. It also offers a drive-through service. Just look for the traffic spilling onto Layton Avenue (but remember, it’s cash-only for the drive-thru!).

Panther Pub & Eatery 5651 Broad St., Greendale, (414) 423-5800thepantherpub.com Head to this neighborhood watering hole for Riverwest Stein hand battered cod, coleslaw and rye bread. Fish fry is served with your choice of fries or homemade potato pancakes and applesauce.

Ricardo’s 5627 Broad St., Greendale, (414) 421-1980ricardosgreendale.com[Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] If you’ve only ordered pizza at Ricardo’s, it’s time to try their fish fry. Choices include breaded cod, baked cod, breaded perch or fan-tail shrimp served up with traditional sides, including potato pancakes.

Sandra’s on the Park 10049 W. Forest Home Ave., Hales Corners, (414) 235-8889sandrasonthepark.com Sandra’s Friday fish fry features beer-battered or baked cod with coleslaw, salted marble rye and house fries or potato pancakes.

Scotty’s Bar & Pizza3921 S. Clement Ave., (414) 481-6060 facebook.com/HistoricScottysBarPizza At Scotty’s, there’s no such thing as small. Hefty portions of beer-battered, breaded or baked cod or breaded perch come with homemade coleslaw, rye bread and your choice of boiled potatoes, potato pancakes or fries.

Slick Willies2301 12th Ave., South Milwaukee, (414) 762-1974facebook.com/SlickWillysBarAndGrill[Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] Slick Willies serves beer battered cod, breaded shrimp, beer battered walleye or a sampler platter with cod, walleye and shrimp. Sides include coleslaw, tartar sauce, buttered marble rye and guests’ choice of fries or potato pancakes. Also included are soup (clam chowder) and salad.

Steny’s Tavern & Grill 800 S. 2nd St., (414) 672-7139stenystavern.com [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] At Steny’s Friday is the night for beer battered cod, seasoned baked cod, deep-fried or pan-fried perch or breaded shrimp. Each dinner is served with coleslaw, rye bread and your choice of sides.

Twisted Fisherman 1200 W Canal St., (414) 384-2722twistedfisherman.com Twisted Fisherman’s fish fry features fried cod with fries, coleslaw, rye, butter and lemon.

Wegner’s St. Martins Inn11318 W. St. Martins Rd., Franklin (414) 425-9971stmartinsinn.com [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] There’s plenty to love at Wegner’s St. Martins Inn fish fry where you can choose from beer battered haddock, fresh lake perch or a combination of the two. Dinners include coleslaw, Canfora bakery marbled rye bread, tartar sauce and choice of boiled red potatoes German potato salad, potato pancakes or French fries.

West Side/Suburbs

5 O’Clock Club N28 w26658 Peterson Dr., Pewaukee, (262) 691-9960the5oclockclubpewaukee.com Friday fish fry at 5 O’Clock features fried or baked cod, fried perch, bluegill and walleye with all the fixins.

Albanese’s Roadhouse 2301 W. Bluemound Rd., Waukesha, (262) 785-1930albanesesroadhouse.com Albanese’s offers hand-breaded or baked cod or walleye with a side of pasta (or fries), bread and a tossed salad.

Alioto’s Restaurant 3041 N Mayfair Rd., (414) 476-6900aliotos.net Order up fried or broiled cod, fried perch or gluten free-breaded cod or perch served with coleslaw, tartar sauce and a choice of potato.

Balistreri’s Bluemound Inn 6501 W. Bluemound Rd., Wauwatosa, (414) 258-9881balistreris.com Fridays at Balistreri’s means beer-battered cod, baked Italian cod or breaded walleye or perch served with tartar sauce, fries, Italian bread and lemon.

Balistreri’s Italian/American Ristorante812 N. 68th St., (414) 475-1414balistreris.com Balistreri’s fish fry is simple and classic featuring beer-battered cod served with tartar sauce, fries, Italian bread and lemon.

Beer Snobs Ale & Eats 122 Cottonwood Ave., Hartland, (262) 367-6627beersnobshartland.com Enjoy craft brews plus beer-battered or citrus baked cod, perch or walleye served with coleslaw, housemade donut holes (yes, you read that correctly) and a choice of homemade loaded potato pancakes, fries, tots, chips or side salad.

Billy Ho’s Pub & Eatery118 Main St., Pewaukee, (262) 691-9237billyhos.com You’ll find beer-battered and baked cod with fries, slaw and rye bread at Billy Ho’s every Friday.

Buckatabon 7700 W Harwood Ave., Wauwatosa, (414) 271-7700thebuckatabon.com On Ash Wednesday and every Friday throughout Lent, Buckatabon will offer fish specials starting at 11 a.m. That includes beer-battered haddock, perch or blue gill with potato pancakes, apple sauce, tartar sauce, buttermilk coleslaw, rye bread and charred lemon. Pan-fried and baked fish are also available.

Camino7211 W. Greenfield, West Allis, (414) 810-4838caminomke.com Every Friday you’ll find Camino’s famous battered fried cod served with fries, coleslaw, rye bread and cajun remoulade.

Cleveland Pub & Grill 14000 W. Cleveland Ave., New Berlin, (262) 754-5337clevelandpubandgrill.com At Cleveland Pub & Grill, you’ll get beer-battered haddock, baked cod or salmon served with your choice of fries, baked potato or potato pancakes (for a slight upcharge).

Colonel Hart’s7342 W. State St., Wauwatosa, (414) 476-3070facebook.com/ColonelHarts Choose from cod, perch or shrimp served with coleslaw, fries, rye bread, tartar sauce and lemon.

Curly’s Waterfront Sports Bar & Grill W272N2696 Lakeview Blvd., Pewaukee, (262) 691-4243curlyswaterfrontpub.com Choose from cod, shrimp, perch or the catch of the week served with coleslaw, marble rye, tartar sauce, lemon and a choice of fries, tots, onion strings or housemade chips.

Delafield Brewhaus 3832 Hillside Dr., (262) 646-7821Delafieldbrewhaus.com Craft brews are perfect with Delafield Brewhaus’s beer battered cod, broiled cod or walleye, each of which is served with rye bread, coleslaw and a choice fries, baked potato or sour cream and chive mashed potatoes.

Dugout 54 5328 W. Bluemound Rd., (414) 259-1200dugout54.com Choose from beer-battered cod, baked cod, cajun baked cod, panko crusted perch or blackened salmon served with coleslaw, tartar sauce, lemon, light rye bread and your choice of sides: seasoned fries, housemade kettle chips, waffle fries, sweet potato fries, onion rings, seasonal vegetables, potato pancake, side salad or clam chowder.

Ella’s Public House W325 S1767 Mickle Rd., Delafield, (262) 201-4545ellaspublichouse.com At Ella’s, you can choose from beer-battered or baked cod, beer-battered walleye, beer-battered shrimp, pan-fried shrimp or cornmeal crusted bluegill. All are served with tartar or cocktail sauce, rye bread, lemon, coleslaw and a choice of fries or chips. Both potato pancakes and clam chowder are available for a slight upcharge.

Ferch’s Crafthouse Grille418 N. Mayfair Rd., (262) 770-3902ferchscrafthouse.com Head to Ferch’s on Fridays for beer-battered cod, your choice of sides, coleslaw, and rye bread. Be sure to get a local craft brew to wash it all down.

Leff’s Lucky Town7208 W. State St., (414) 258-9886leffs.com At Leff’s, you can choose from beer battered cod (or baked cod if you’d prefer). Each comes with sides of rye bread, homemade coleslaw, tartar sauce, lemon and a choice of fries or a spud muffin.

J&B’s Blue Ribbon Bar & Grill5230 W. Blue Mound Road, (414) 443-1844jbblueribbon.com[Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] J&B’s Blue Ribbon’s fish fry comes with fried cod or perch, coleslaw and potato pancakes or fries.

The Thistle & Shamrock 3430 N 84th St., (414) 871-3977thethistleandshamrock.com[Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] This West Side Irish pub makes a mean corned beef. But, when it comes to fish fry, it’s got its game on. Customers have the choice of over 20 types of fish, including pollock, swai catfish, wild caught cod loin, haddock, smelt, shrimp or northern pike. The fish, which is cooked to order, is lightly hand-breaded and fried (or baked) and served with rye bread, coleslaw and a choice of fries, thistle chips, baked potato or housemade potato pancakes (served with apple sauce or maple syrup).

Liquid Johnny’s540 S. 76th St., (414) 476-8668liquidjohnnysmke.com [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] Choose from fried cod, grilled seasoned cod, perch, walleye or shrimp served with coleslaw, rye bread and a choice of fries, tots or mashed potatoes.

Mainstream Bar & Grill 404 W. Main St., Waukesha, (262) 544-6222mainstreambarandgrill.com Mainstream’s fish fry features beer-battered cod with coleslaw, buttered rye, tartar sauce and a choice of chips, fries, tots or sweet potato fries.

Matty’s Bar & Grille 14460 W. College Ave., New Berlin, (414) 427-3838mattysbar.com Matty’s fish fry features a choice of baked or battered cod or perch with coleslaw, rye bread and tartar sauce and a choice of red mashed potatoes, potato pancakes or fries.

Maxie’s 6732 W. Fairview Ave., Milwaukee, (414) 292-3969maxiesmke.com On Fridays, Maxie’s offers beer-battered haddock with creamy coleslaw, fries, house-made tartar sauce and corn bread.

McBob’s4919 W. North Ave., (414) 871-5050mcbobs.com [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] On Wednesday and Friday McBob’s offers fish fry options including perch, walleye and grouper, pan-fried with a choice of potato. McBob’s fish filets are breaded with seasoned potato flakes (instead of beer batter or bread crumbs) and pan fried to order. So, they’re also gluten free.

Natty Oaks 11505 W National Ave., West Allis, (414) 543-2255nattyoaks.com On Fridays Natty Oaks’ offers beer battered cod, pan fried perch and fries, slaw and tartar sauce (or baked potatoes after 4 p.m.). Potato pancakes are available.

North Avenue Grill7225 W. North Ave., (414) 453-7225northavegrill.com[Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] This modern American diner is among the city’s best for a well executed fish fry. Options include beer battered cod; battered or pan-fried perch; beer battered, pan fried or blackened walleye or battered bluegill. Each fish fry is served with the guest’s choice of potato (French fries, potato pancake, baked potato), coleslaw, tartar sauce and lemon.

Oscar’s Winners Circle3800 W. Burnham St., (414) 249-5701facebook.com/oscarswinnerscircle Oscar’s Winner’s Circle might be known for their burgers, but they also have a reputable Friday fish fry featuring beer battered cod, homemade coleslaw, potato pancakes, lemon and rye bread.

Paulie’s Pub & Eatery8031 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis, (414) 257-2854pauliespubandeatery.com [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] Paulie’s offers Fat Tire beer-battered cod loin, baked or breaded cod and deep fried bluegill. Each comes with a choice of potato (french fries, house parmesan ranch chips, buttered red potatoes or potato pancakes), creamy coleslaw, marble rye, lemon and tartar sauce.

Pourman’s Pub & Grill 150 Main St., Sullivan, (262) 593-2530pourmanssullivanwi.com Pourman’s offers a choice of beer-battered or baked cod, beer-battered walleye or beer-battered perch served with coleslaw, rye and a choice of potato (fries, wedges, cheesy hashbrowns, potato pancakes).

Randy’s Neighbor’s Inn6922 W. Becher St., West Allis, (414) 545-8738 Head to this neighborhood tavern for a classic Milwaukee fish fry prepared by Randy himself. On the menu you’ll find battered cod, potato salad or fries, coleslaw and rye bread.

Red Mill Inn & Pizza 1005 S. Elm Grove Rd., Brookfield, (262) 599-8900theredmillpizza.com Fridays mean fish fry at this red-sauce joint. Beer-battered cod is served with coleslaw, rye, tartar sauce, lemon and a choice of fries, house made salt & vinegar chips or pasta salad. Potato pancakes, clam chowder, side salad or Caesar salad can be substituted for a small upcharge.

Reunion 6610 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis, (414) 946-6006reunionrestaurant.com Stop in at Reunion for a three piece cod platter served with coleslaw, rye bread, tartar sauce and your choice of a loaded baked potato, loaded sweet potato, or fries your way (Cajun, garlic parm, ranch, seasoned, or plain). Pair it up with one of their drink specials!

Revere’s Wells Street Tavern 505 Wells St., Delafield, (262) 646-4070reverestavern.com Fish fry at Revere’s featured baked or beer-battered cod or beer-battered walleye with with creamy coleslaw, salted rye bread and your choice of natural cut fries, baked potato or homemade potato pancake and applesauce.

Saz’s State House5539 W. State St., (414) 453-2410sazs.com[Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] Since 1976, Saz’s has been serving up a Friday night fish fry. Choose from Miller High Life beer battered or baked cod served with salted cocktail rye bread cole slaw, tartar sauce, lemon wedge and choice of homemade German-style potato pancakes or sour cream and chive fries.

Sloppy Joe’s Saloon and Spoon 3723 Hubertus Rd., Hubertus, (262) 628-1800gosloppyjoes.com Sloppy Joe’s Saloon and Spoon offers beer battered or baked haddock, pan-fried walleye or beer-battered perch with a choice of fries or potato pancake.

Spitfires on State5018 W. State St., (414) 777-5060spitfireswi.com [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday Review] **TEMPORARILY CLOSED FOR REPAIRS** Among the best bar fish frys in town, Spitfires offers beer-battered, breaded or baked cod served with guests’ choice of sides, coleslaw, tartar sauce, rye bread and lemon.

State Fair Inn8101 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis, (414) 778-0760statefairinn1921.com [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] On the Friday menu at State Fair Inn you’ll find baked or beer battered cod, deep-fried or pan-fried perch, pan-fried tilapia or walleye almondine served with soup, salad and a choice of potato (french fries, mashed potatoes or baked potato) or onion rings.

The Station Pub & Grill W226 N3013 Duplainville Rd., Pewaukee, (262) 695-5300the-station-pub.com Head to The Station for beer-battered or baked cod, perch bluegill or walleye served with coleslaw, rye bread and a choice of potato pancakes or fries.

Stolley’s Hogg Alley 2008 Venice Beach Rd., Delafield, (262) 646-5652stolleyshoggalley.com Breaded fish, potato pancakes and all the fixins are a staple at Stolley’s on Friday nights.

Tally’s Tap & Eatery S31W24661 Sunset Dr., Waukesha, (262) 446-3153tallystap.com Tally’s fish fry includes a choice of beer battered cod, beer battered perch or baked cod; all are served with a dinner roll and choice of fries, potato pancakes or baked potato; and clam chowder, salad or coleslaw.

Ted’s Ice Cream and Resturant6204 W. North Ave., Wauwatosa, (414) 258-5610 Ted’s has been a Tosa staple since 1942. Also known for its daily breakfast and ice cream, it offers a basic fish fry of battered cod, potato pancakes, coleslaw and rye bread on the side.

Wauwatiki6502 W. North Ave. Wauwatosa (414) 323-7555wauwatikis.com If you’re looking for a crispy, gluten-free fish fry (plus tropical cocktails), you’ll find both at Wauwatiki where the kitchen is 100% gluten-free. Their Friday fish fry features gluten-free floured and fried cod, coleslaw, corn bread, tartar sauce and their famous “crack fries.” Guests can substitute crack fries for another side dish for a small upcharge.

Zisters 13425 Watertown Plank Rd., Elm Grove, (262) 794-3924zisterselmgrove.com Zisters Friday fish fry includes a choice of fried or broiled cod with coleslaw a dinner roll and a choice of fries or potato pancakes (for a slight upcharge).

North/Northwest Side/Suburbs

Bavarian Bierhaus 700 W Lexington Blvd., (414) 316-9583thebavarianbierhaus.com Enjoy fish fry every day of the week at Bavarian Bierhaus; options include beer-battered or pan-seared walleye or cod with fries or potato pancakes, coleslaw and tartar sauce.

The Bay342 E. Silver Spring Dr., Whitefish Bay, (414) 455-3045thebayrestaurant.com The Bay’s Friday fish fry features hand-battered haddock or cornmeal-breaded perch with coleslaw, marble rye, tarter sauce, and choice of fries, baked potato or chips.

Belly Up BarN88W18384 Christman Rd., Menomonee Falls, (262) 255-2653 [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] Take in the local townie-bar vibe at this bar just off of Main Street. Enjoy beer battered or breaded cod, breaded perch, breaded shrimp, scallops or a seafood platter featuring either cod or perch with shrimp and scallops. Each is served with your choice of potato (Becky’s famous German potato salad, potato pancakes or french fries), rye bread and coleslaw. Our advice: get the German potato salad.

Butler Inn12400 W. Hampton Ave., (262) 783-5899thebutlerinn.com [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] Designed with the look and feel of an English Pub, the Butler Inn is a comfortable spot with dim lighting and a classic friendly vibe. On Fridays, their menu includes Icelandic cod, lake perch, pan-fried or beer-battered walleye, parmesan-crusted walleye or a sampler combo featuring cod, perch and walleye served up with the traditional sides.

The Brick Pub and Grill6343 N. Green Bay Rd. (414) 797-0710thebrickpubandgrill.com[Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] The Brick Pub and Grill offers weekly Friday feasts including breaded perch, cod or walleye along with marble rye, coleslaw and a choice of house made potato pancakes and applesauce or fries.

The Chancery11046 N. Port Washington Rd., Mequon, (262) 241-3450thechancery.com On Fridays at The Chancery, you can order up sea salt and pepper broiled lake perch, broiled or beer-battered Canadian walleye or all-you-can-eat beer-breaded cod with coleslaw, tartar sauce, fries or potato pancakes.

Ferrante’s 10404 N. Port Washington Rd., Mequon, (262) 241-5420ferrantes.com Choose from beer-battered or baked cod, breaded fantail shrimp, or beer-battered or lightly floured perch. Meals are served with a choice of fries, garlic mashed, or potato pancakes plus rye bread, coleslaw, tartar sauce and lemon.

Hot House Tavern N88 W16631 Appleton Ave., Menomonee Falls, (262) 812-2005hothousetavern.com Choose from beer-battered or baked cod with homemade coleslaw, tartar sauce and salted rye bread and a choice of sides: potato pancake with brandy applesauce, fries, pub chips, cottage cheese or side salad.

Hubbard Park Lodge3565 N. Morris Blvd., Shorewood, (414) 332-4207hubbardlodge.com Hubbard Park Lodge is offering a cod or walleye fish fry with coleslaw, potato pancake or fries and rye bread.

Jack Pandl’s Whitefish Bay Inn1319 E. Henry Clay St., Whitefish Bay, (414) 964-3800jackpandls.com At Jack Pandl’s, fish fry includes a choice of soup, salad or coleslaw; and potato pancakes, baked potato, fries or vegetable of the day. As for the fish, you can choose from deep-fried perch, broiled whitefish or deep-fried, broiled or potato-crusted cod.

the Kitchen N64W23316 Main St., Sussex, (262) 246-6300thekitchenwi.com Head to the Kitchen in Sussex for your Friday fish fry and you can choose from beer-battered haddock (three pieces) or blue gill (five pieces) or baked haddock (four pieces) accompanied by housemade coleslaw, rye bread and a choice of housemade potato pancakes or fries. Combination platters of beer-battered or baked fish are also available.

Landmark Inn10634 W Freistadt Rd., Mequon, (262) 242-9907[Read our Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] If you want an old school fish fry, you’ll find it at this bustling restaurant with a rustic Northwoodsy/Supper Club-esque vibe. On Friday nights, guests can choose from beer battered haddock, beer battered perch or breaded perch, each of which is served alongside coleslaw, tartar sauce, rye bread and a choice of homemade potato pancakes, homemade German potato salad or French fries. Save room for the housemade desserts.

Milwaukee Brat House4022 N Oakland Ave, Shorewood, (414)-539-5826milwaukeebrathouse.com Enjoy Schlitz beer-battered cod served with fries, rye bread, tarter sauce and coleslaw.

The Social Haus N48 W18474 Lisbon Rd., Menomonee Falls, (262) 293-9565thesocialhaus.pub Head to the Social Haus on Fridays for beer battered cod, housemade potato pancakes or fries, coleslaw, rye bread cooked carrots and apple sauce. Available for dine-in only.

Spanky’s Hideaway 5208 W. County Line Rd., Mequon, (262) 242-3677spankyshideaway.com At Spanky’s Fridays mean myriad choices: from cod to pan-fried or deep-fried perch, baked or deep-fried cod, pan-fried walleye, breaded fantail shrimp or a combination plate. All dinners come with a choice of homemade potato pancakes; homemade chips; seasoned, steak, sweet potato, or crinkle fries; or cottage cheese.

The Stillery W204N14025 W. Fond Du Lac Ave., Richfield, (262) 674-2033 1304 12th Ave., Grafton, (262) 421-8777thestillerywi.com[Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] The Stillery’s fish fry includes baked or lightly Hofbrau-battered cod served with cole slaw, tartar sauce, lemon, a salted rye bread roll and the guest’s choice of Stillery fries or potato pancakes. You can also order up a cod sandwich, shrimp dinner or cod tacos.

Three Lions Pub4515 N. Oakland Ave., Shorewood, (414) 763-6992threelionspub.com If you’re looking for a more “across-the-pond”-influenced fish fry experience that also happens to be available every day, head to Three Lions for their “English Fish & Chips” featuring beer battered Atlantic cod with chips (sorry, fries) and authentic mushy peas or coleslaw, if you prefer.

Trouble & Sons Pizzeria133 E. Silver Spring Dr., Whitefish Bay, (414) 800-5015troubleandsonspizzeria.com On Fridays, head to Trouble & Sons for their new Italian-inspired fish fry featuring breaded or baked cod, Italian coleslaw and a choice of krinkle cut fries or housemade potato pancakes.

Worth the Drive

The Granary at The Blind Horse Restaurant & Winery 6018 Superior Ave., Kohler, (920) 467-8599theblindhorse.com/the-granary Enjoy panko herb crusted perch, fries and craisin poppyseed coleslaw along with $5 old fashioneds every Friday evening in this painstakingly restored early 1900s vintage barn.

The Golden MastW349 N5253 Lacy’s Lane, Okauchee, (262) 567-7047weissgerbers.com The Golden Mast features all-you-can-eat fried or steamed cod along with fried walleye or perch. All fish fries are served family style; sides include with potato salad, potato pancakes, coleslaw and rye bread.

Juice’s Ghost Town990 County Hwy Q, Grafton, (262) 376-9003juicesghostown.com Just off Exit 93 on I-43, Juice’s is one of only five remaining structures which remain from the ghost town of Ulao, located in present-day Grafton. Their fish fry features perch, haddock or walleye served with fries or baked potato, cole slaw, and rye bread. Potato pancakes are also available.

Mibb’s & Viv’s 7300 N. Lannon Rd., Lannon, (262) 251-4122facebook.com/mibbsandvivs [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] Want old school? Look no further. This rural mom and pop style tavern is a popular spot on Friday nights when they serve up piping hot plates of walleye, haddock and both beer-battered and baked cod. Each comes with coleslaw, a choice of potato (fries, German potato salad, tots or potato pancakes) marble rye bread and tartar sauce.

M.J. Stevens5260 Aurora Rd., Hartford, (262) 644-6037mj-stevens.com M.J. Stevens offers Friday fish fry featuring breaded or baked cod or the catch of the day with waffle fries, homemade coleslaw and marbled rye.

Riverside Brewery & Restaurant255 S. Main St., West Bend, (262) 334 – 2739riversidebreweryandrestaurant.com The fish fry at Riverside Brewery features breaded or baked cod, walleye or perch with guests’ choice of potato, homemade coleslaw, rye bread and our homemade tartar sauce. Potato pancakes are available for an upcharge.

Sheryl’s Club 175 3545 Hwy. 175, Slinger, (262) 644-1750sherylsclub175.com [Read the Thank Cod It’s Fryday review] There’s not much to see in Ackerville, an unincorporated town located just south of Slinger. But you can get yourself a pretty good fish fry. Sheryl’s Club offers up beer battered or baked cod, huge pan-fried walleye or blue gill. Each is served with a choice of potato, baked beans, coleslaw and rye bread.

Multiple Locations

Cafe Hollander2608 N. Downer Ave., 414-963-63667677 W State St., Wauwatosa, (414) 475-677120150 Union St., Brookfield, (262) 785-44905900 W. Mequon Rd., (262) 236-0107 cafehollander.com On Ash Wednesday and every Friday throughout Lent, Hollander will offer fish specials starting at 11 a.m. That includes their classic fish fry featuring Sierra Nevada Pale Ale battered haddock (or herb baked haddock) served with creamy coleslaw, tartar sauce, frites, rye bread and lemon. Prefer to avoid the gluten? Check out their chickpea-breaded haddock fingers served with sweet potato fries, green chutney mayo, curry ketchup and lemon.

Sobelman’s Pub & Grill1900 W. St. Paul Ave., Milwaukee (414) 931-19191601 W. Wells St., Milwaukee (414) 933-1601sobelmanspubandgrill.com There is more to love than just burgers on Fridays at Sobelman’s. The fish fry features four pieces of beer battered cod served up with coleslaw, macaroni salad, fries, rye bread and tartar sauce.

Water Street Brewery 3191 Golf Rd., Delafield, (262) 646-7882 1251 Gateway Dr., Grafton, (262) 375-1402 140 W. Town Square Way, Oak Creek, (414) 301-5290waterstreetbrewery.com At Water Street Brewery you can take down a classic Wisconsin fry featuring a half pound of battered Atlantic cod or hand-breaded lake perch, french fries (or housemade potato pancakes), cole slaw, rye bread and house tartar sauce. Prefer an alternative to fried? Try their Lake Superior blackened whitefish with monterey jack mashed potatoes, asparagus and marinated cherry tomatoes.