by Nathan on April 1st, 2013
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Overall (4 of 5)
The Good Friday fish fry at Assumption was bittersweet as it marked the beginning of the final Fryday in 2013. While the wait began outside and far back in line, it moved extremely fast compared to its size. The fried cod is average, but at the top of its class for a frozen patty. I’d recommend the baked cod if you’re concerned with calories or fat. It’s one of the best tasting baked pieces of fish I’ve tasted this year. The pastas at Assumption really take a front seat in the department of sides. The mac & cheese is extremely cheesy and delicious, and the pasta from Barolino’s is no slouch either. I recommend both of them. It was nice to see fruit salad as a size, and my friend Aaron said it was fresh fruit salad and not canned. The dessert table is a little overwhelming due to its size. There are a lot of choices to pick from. There was no extra hullaballoo at this fish fry, just a large quantity of people getting their final fish fry fix of the season. It was nice to see the Heggers at the fish fry as well. We love to see good people and share a meal with them every fryday.
Fish and Main Dishes (3 of 5)
VARIETY: Fried Cod, Baked Cod, Fried Catfish, and Fried Shrimp. Cheese Pizza for the kids.
TASTE: The fried cod was top notch for a frozen fish patty. It was fried fish, but nothing special. The baked cod is baked in a garlic butter lemon sauce and is the best I’ve tasted in 2013. The portion size was generous, and it was very flavorful. The fried shrimp was pretty standard. I didn’t taste the catfish.
VALUE: $8 for an adult plate which includes choice of fish, 2 sides, choice of bread, drink, and dessert. Price is about average for the size and quantity of food relative to other fish frys.
CONDIMENTS: Individual packets of ketchup, tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, lemon juice, butter, and parmesan cheese.
TASTE: The fried cod was top notch for a frozen fish patty. It was fried fish, but nothing special. The baked cod is baked in a garlic butter lemon sauce and is the best I’ve tasted in 2013. The portion size was generous, and it was very flavorful. The fried shrimp was pretty standard. I didn’t taste the catfish.
VALUE: $8 for an adult plate which includes choice of fish, 2 sides, choice of bread, drink, and dessert. Price is about average for the size and quantity of food relative to other fish frys.
CONDIMENTS: Individual packets of ketchup, tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, lemon juice, butter, and parmesan cheese.
Side Dishes (3 of 5)
VARIETY: Mac & Cheese, Tossed Salad, Fruit Salad, Bartolino’s Pasta, French Fries, and Cole Slaw.
TASTE: Do yourself a favor and order the mac & cheese. It was extremely cheesy, and homemade. The Bartolino’s pasta was also very good, although catered. I believe one of the Bartolino’s family lives in the Assumption parish and provides it for the fish frys. The cole slaw was pretty standard oil and vinegar based and seemed to come from a bulk container. It was fine.
VALUE: Since the Styrofoam plates were sectioned off, the portion sizes were already determined, although they seemed to have a heavy spoon while dishing them out.
TASTE: Do yourself a favor and order the mac & cheese. It was extremely cheesy, and homemade. The Bartolino’s pasta was also very good, although catered. I believe one of the Bartolino’s family lives in the Assumption parish and provides it for the fish frys. The cole slaw was pretty standard oil and vinegar based and seemed to come from a bulk container. It was fine.
VALUE: Since the Styrofoam plates were sectioned off, the portion sizes were already determined, although they seemed to have a heavy spoon while dishing them out.
Beverages and Desserts (5 of 5)
BEVERAGES: Tea, lemonade, water, and coffee were complimentary with dinner. $1 for Coke, Diet Coke, and Sprite, and $2 for Bud Light and Bud Select. Not too many choices here, but reasonable options. The complimentary drinks were all very organized and labeled appropriately. They were pre-poured so you didn't have to wait for someone to help you. They were also in larger cups (16-22 oz)....Bonus. I like big cups.
DESSERTS: Included with dinner, the desserts looked tasty. One of the biggest dessert tables I’ve seen at a fish fry, the choices were almost too many. I had the red velvet cake which was yummy. The choices looked mostly like cakes, cupcakes and brownies. I think I saw some cookies, too.
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DESSERTS: Included with dinner, the desserts looked tasty. One of the biggest dessert tables I’ve seen at a fish fry, the choices were almost too many. I had the red velvet cake which was yummy. The choices looked mostly like cakes, cupcakes and brownies. I think I saw some cookies, too.
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Atmosphere and Extras (3 of 5)
I haven’t been to Assumption since they have new facilities, including the gym. The new facilities and Parish center are very nice. I didn’t see too much going on in the way of music, raffles, etc. The focus seemed to be on the food, keeping things moving, and the drinks/desserts. They did recruit the Boy Scout Troop (which I like to see) to help with cleaning up and helping with trash duty.
Signage, Flow, and Line (5 of 5)
With signs all way down Mattis near Tesson Ferry and plenty visible from Mattis Road, there was no doubt that Assumption was having a fish fry. Signs on the door and in the parking lots pointed the way. The line was already out the door at 5 pm which wasn’t surprising for a Good Friday fish fry. Although the line seemed REALLY long, it moved extremely fast for its size. The staff and planning committee at Assumption really knows how to keep things moving along. They had plenty of seating, plenty of staff, and plenty of room to maneuver from station to station along the way. I never felt rushed or crowded despite the large number of people everywhere. They had menus to look at in line, and signs for beverages in various locations. The signage was excellent.
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by Nathan on March 26th, 2013
Overall (3 of 5)
St. Agatha isn’t a fish fry that caters to hundreds or thousands of people like some of the others. Located just south of the Anheuser-Busch Brewery, they have a small fish fry with a room that you must see. This fish fry is all about the room, the company you keep while you are there, and the atmosphere you get to enjoy while eating dinner. If you like foosball, you might be able to get a game or two in while you’re there. They have a table in one area of the room. As far as the food goes, the options are slim. The fried Tilapia is good, the sides were average, and the dessert is to die for! You must pay the extra to get the dessert no matter what you do. The beverage choices were lacking, but maybe they will add some choices in the future. St. Agatha is a very unique fish fry that is worth visiting. Don’t expect a gourmet meal or a variety of choices, but you’ll be happy you went. You might learn a thing or two about Poland while you’re there.
Fish and Main Dishes (3 of 5)
VARIETY: Fried Tilapia
TASTE: The tilapia tasted good. If you like tilapia, you’ll like the fried fish here.
VALUE: $7 for an adult plate which includes 2 sides and a choice of bread.
CONDIMENTS: Tartar Sauce (large container) and Ketchup.
TASTE: The tilapia tasted good. If you like tilapia, you’ll like the fried fish here.
VALUE: $7 for an adult plate which includes 2 sides and a choice of bread.
CONDIMENTS: Tartar Sauce (large container) and Ketchup.
Side Dishes (3 of 5)
VARIETY: Homemade Sauerkraut Slaw (I am making that name up, but that’s what it tastes like), Creamy Cole Slaw, Pasta with Red Sauce, French Fries.
TASTE: The sides tasted OK. If you like sauerkraut, you’ll love the sauerkraut slaw. I wasn’t a big fan of it, though. The pasta with red sauce could have used a little parmesan cheese to sprinkle on it. They should add that to their condiment table, for sure. The creamy cole slaw is good. The French fries were pretty standard crinkle fries.
VALUE: Meal includes 2 sides that have average portions. I didn’t see a menu for sides a la carte.
TASTE: The sides tasted OK. If you like sauerkraut, you’ll love the sauerkraut slaw. I wasn’t a big fan of it, though. The pasta with red sauce could have used a little parmesan cheese to sprinkle on it. They should add that to their condiment table, for sure. The creamy cole slaw is good. The French fries were pretty standard crinkle fries.
VALUE: Meal includes 2 sides that have average portions. I didn’t see a menu for sides a la carte.
Beverages and Desserts (3 of 5)
BEVERAGES: (1 of 5) Coffee, Tea, Soda, or a Small Water Bottle for $1. No beer or wine was available. Also, the menu is in Polish!
DESSERTS: (5 of 5) $1 for Polish Dessert, but it might be one of the best desserts you ever have. This is totally worth the price, and I highly recommend trying the dessert.
DESSERTS: (5 of 5) $1 for Polish Dessert, but it might be one of the best desserts you ever have. This is totally worth the price, and I highly recommend trying the dessert.
Atmosphere and Extras (5 of 5)
This fish fry is all about the quaintness of the room the fish fry is in. I don’t usually describe rooms as cute, but this one was definitely cute. With many decorations and items from Poland, the room is a sight to see. Flags, pictures, maps, and more fill all of the walls. The tables have heavy duty transparent plastic tablecloths on them with maps of Poland underneath to look at while you eat. All the tables have flowers on them, and the chairs have cushions! The nice ladies at the front of the line were very friendly, and seemed happy to have us there for a review. They insisted on the dessert, and they were right!! There wasn’t much else going on other than the fish fry meal, however, I did see a FOOSEBALL TABLE in one area of the room. Bonus!!
Signage, Flow, and Line (3 of 5)
St. Agatha has a sign out on the street at the corner, and then another sign pointing the way down the steps around back of the church. The fish fry is in the church basement. It seems a bit odd at first, but is totally worth the unusual path to the fish fry. I didn’t see any menus available to look at to order from, which would have been nice to have. The beverage and dessert menu was in Polish, so that was a little hard to read. There was no line to pay or for food as this fish fry does not seem to cater to the masses.
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by Fryguy on March 26th, 2013
Overall (5 of 5)
With fantastic fried cod, a live band, and an extensive beverage menu, St. Pius has all of the ingredients of a fish fry that make you want to stick around all night. The top notch fried cod is one of my favorites of 2013 so far (if not #1). The atmosphere is great with Irish music to listen to while you eat. If you’re feeling lucky, you can enter the 50/50 drawing or fill out an attendance prize ticket. No need to be present to win either one! If you’re headed to St. Pius and don’t want to wait in a long line, I advise getting to St. Pius no later than 5:30 because that line sure can get long.
Fish and Main Dishes (5 of 5)
VARIETY: Fried Cod, Baked Cod, Fried Catfish
TASTE: The fried cod is a must have. Its extremely delicious. One of my favorites of 2013. The baked cod tasted very healthy and lemony, just OK, in my opinion.
VALUE: $8 for an adult plate which includes choice of fish 3 sides, dessert, and tea or water. $4 for a child plate which includes ½ portion of fish, 2 sides, dessert, and tea or water. $4 for a fish sandwich.
CONDIMENTS: Tartar Sauce (large bowl), Ketchup, Mustard, Louisiana Hot Sauce, Malt Vinegar, and Lemon Wedges.
TASTE: The fried cod is a must have. Its extremely delicious. One of my favorites of 2013. The baked cod tasted very healthy and lemony, just OK, in my opinion.
VALUE: $8 for an adult plate which includes choice of fish 3 sides, dessert, and tea or water. $4 for a child plate which includes ½ portion of fish, 2 sides, dessert, and tea or water. $4 for a fish sandwich.
CONDIMENTS: Tartar Sauce (large bowl), Ketchup, Mustard, Louisiana Hot Sauce, Malt Vinegar, and Lemon Wedges.
Side Dishes (3 of 5)
VARIETY: Homemade Potato Salad, Homemade Cole Slaw, Homemade Mac & Cheese, Seasoned Green Beans, and Applesauce.
TASTE: The sides tasted OK. Highlights are the potato salad and the slaw, both tasting unique and homemade. The mac & cheese was good also. I don’t recommend the green beans.
VALUE: Portions were above average sizes, and the meal included 3 sides, which is very unusual. Most fish frys only include 2 or fewer. The menu didn’t list the price for a la carte side dishes.
TASTE: The sides tasted OK. Highlights are the potato salad and the slaw, both tasting unique and homemade. The mac & cheese was good also. I don’t recommend the green beans.
VALUE: Portions were above average sizes, and the meal included 3 sides, which is very unusual. Most fish frys only include 2 or fewer. The menu didn’t list the price for a la carte side dishes.
Beverages and Desserts (4 of 5)
BEVERAGES: Tea, Water, and Coffee is complementary including all of the accoutrements to add on its own separate table. Sodas are $0.75 and include Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Sprite Zero, Diet 7up, Dr. Pepper, and Diet Dr. Pepper. Budweiser, Bud Light, and Michelob Ultra are available for $2. Schlafly Pale Ale and Guinness are available for $3. Wine is available for $2 and includes Chardonay, Pinot Grigio, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. They had a very nice beverage menu with choices and prices listed for each one. I really like being able to see all of the choices so I don’t have to ask what is available and for how much. Nice work!!
DESSERTS: Dessert is included with the meal. The staff at the dessert table was very friendly, but tucked in an inconvenient location on the side of the room. I saw a sign that hinted at sugar free desserts being available, which is good for those sensitive to sugar. That’s a nice option to provide. The dessert table was stocked with homemade desserts which include mostly cakes and brownies. I had a brownie, which was very tasty, but nothing special.
DESSERTS: Dessert is included with the meal. The staff at the dessert table was very friendly, but tucked in an inconvenient location on the side of the room. I saw a sign that hinted at sugar free desserts being available, which is good for those sensitive to sugar. That’s a nice option to provide. The dessert table was stocked with homemade desserts which include mostly cakes and brownies. I had a brownie, which was very tasty, but nothing special.
Atmosphere and Extras (5 of 5)
Live music is a big draw at St. Pius. The Jameson Clan played mostly Celtic music, which was appropriate since St. Patrick’s day was just 5 days earlier. I’m a big live music fan, so I think this is a top notch extra at a fish fry. Great job!! I think more fish frys should have live music. Also available are 50/50 tickets for $1, and attendance prize tickets for everyone who buys food and dines in (I think). Another bonus is real china plates, and silverware. No Styrofoam or plastic forks here! Way to Go!!
Signage, Flow, and Line (4 of 5)
I’ve always thought that the entrance in the side door down the steps was a little goofy, but it is definitely the right door to send the line out. We arrived around 5:00 and there was no big line, but by the time we left at 6 pm, the line was out the door. Once you get inside the door, you stand in a wind tunnel which can be quite cold if the outside temperature is cold. While we waited, the line moved a little slower than average, but the company was good. There is plenty to look at, including menus to read while you wait. If you’re lucky, the live band is on to entertain you, too. Each station at the fish fry had a menu, and there was never a mystery where everything was. Getting to the restroom is a little tricky past the band and through the dancing children.
You can see the fish fry sign from the street, but there is no sign on the side street where the entrance door is located. This isn’t an issue when the line goes out the door, but if you’re early or late, you might not find it at first. Look for the “Singler Hall” sign over the door. The “to-go” door is separate from the dine-in door, and WAS well marked.
You can see the fish fry sign from the street, but there is no sign on the side street where the entrance door is located. This isn’t an issue when the line goes out the door, but if you’re early or late, you might not find it at first. Look for the “Singler Hall” sign over the door. The “to-go” door is separate from the dine-in door, and WAS well marked.
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by Fryguy on March 22nd, 2013
While the 2013 Fish Fry Season is winding down, we want to hear your suggestions for fish frys we haven't been to yet. There are quite a few north, south, and west we visit next year, but we want to hear from you! Send us your suggestions for 2014.
by Nathan on March 19th, 2013
Overall (4 of 5)
Grilled Salmon and Fried Mac & Cheese balls are the name of the game at Little Flower. A sidestep from typical fish fry fare, Little Flower's Grilled Salmon is a must have. Its served with a honey BBQ sauce over a bed of rice pilaf. While you wait in line or while enjoying your meal at one of the tables, you are served homemade fried mac & cheese hush puppies. You must try these! The only bad news is that we went to their last fish fry of the season so you'll have to wait until next year to have a taste. All of the side dishes were good, especially the French fries, which were also a bit different than most other places. A wide variety of beverages are available along with the table of homemade desserts. I really enjoyed the fish fry at Little Flower, and will make it a point to visit again in the future. I'm surprised that more people aren't talking about this one because its food is top notch!!
Fish and Main Dishes (5 of 5)
VARIETY: Hand-Breaded Fried Cod, Grilled Salmon.
TASTE: The grilled salmon is outstanding! Served with a honey bbq sauce over a bed of rice pilaf, the grilled salmon is a must have! The fried cod was tasty as well, but didn’t hold a candle to the salmon. I whole-heartedly recommend the salmon. It has a nice smoky flavor, too.
VALUE: $9 for the grilled salmon dinner, $8 for 2-piece cod, and $6 for 1-piece cod dinner. Each meal includes 2 sides, bread, and dessert.
CONDIMENTS: Tartar Sauce, Ketchup, and Malt Vinegar in squeezable containers with small cups to take back to your table.
TASTE: The grilled salmon is outstanding! Served with a honey bbq sauce over a bed of rice pilaf, the grilled salmon is a must have! The fried cod was tasty as well, but didn’t hold a candle to the salmon. I whole-heartedly recommend the salmon. It has a nice smoky flavor, too.
VALUE: $9 for the grilled salmon dinner, $8 for 2-piece cod, and $6 for 1-piece cod dinner. Each meal includes 2 sides, bread, and dessert.
CONDIMENTS: Tartar Sauce, Ketchup, and Malt Vinegar in squeezable containers with small cups to take back to your table.
Side Dishes (5 of 5)
VARIETY: Green Beans, Cole Slaw, French Fries, and Homemade Mac & Cheese.
TASTE: I’m not usually big on the French fries, but they were recommended to me, and they were right! The French fries were really good. They had some sort of battered seasoning on them. The oil & venegar-based cole slaw was also good. The green beans have some sort of minced onions in them giving them a great flavor, and the homemade mac & cheese was also amazing.
VALUE: Portions are about average but you get an extra side of rice pilaf if you order the salmon. The menu didn’t indicate that sides were sold individually.
TASTE: I’m not usually big on the French fries, but they were recommended to me, and they were right! The French fries were really good. They had some sort of battered seasoning on them. The oil & venegar-based cole slaw was also good. The green beans have some sort of minced onions in them giving them a great flavor, and the homemade mac & cheese was also amazing.
VALUE: Portions are about average but you get an extra side of rice pilaf if you order the salmon. The menu didn’t indicate that sides were sold individually.
Beverages and Desserts (4 of 5)
BEVERAGES: Sodas are $1 and include Coke, Diet Coke, 7up, Diet 7up, Dr. Pepper, and Diet Dr. Pepper, if my memory serves correctly. Budweiser and Bud Light are available on tap, and they have a selection of wines (chardonnay, white zinfandel, and cabernet sauvignon) available for purchase as well. I didn’t see a menu for the beverages, so I’m not sure how much the beer and wine was selling for. A sign or menu at the beverage stand would have been nice.
DESSERTS: The staff at the dessert table was very friendly. Dessert is included with dinner and looks mostly homemade including cupcakes, cakes, Rice Krispy treats, brownies, and cookies. I had a brownie that had some sort of chocolate heath bar or something in the middle. It was delicious.
DESSERTS: The staff at the dessert table was very friendly. Dessert is included with dinner and looks mostly homemade including cupcakes, cakes, Rice Krispy treats, brownies, and cookies. I had a brownie that had some sort of chocolate heath bar or something in the middle. It was delicious.
Atmosphere and Extras (5 of 5)
Held in the school gym, Little Flower has a classic fish fry atmosphere. Everyone is in good spirits, kids are running around, and there are people of all ages waiting in line for a taste of that delicious fish. There is a playground outside for the kids to play on. Some of the men were out back grilling up the salmon on an open flame.
One thing that really stood out for me was the “hush puppies” that they serve to you while in line, at your table, or wherever. These hush puppies were more like homemade deep fried mac & cheese balls, and were so delicious. I think I ate about 4 or 5 of them throughout the entire visit to Little Flower. Make sure you get yourself one or two of those.
I noticed that in one area of the gym they are selling flower bulbs as a fundraiser. Selling flowers at little flower? I love it!! “Flower Power Bulb Sale” they were calling it.
One thing that really stood out for me was the “hush puppies” that they serve to you while in line, at your table, or wherever. These hush puppies were more like homemade deep fried mac & cheese balls, and were so delicious. I think I ate about 4 or 5 of them throughout the entire visit to Little Flower. Make sure you get yourself one or two of those.
I noticed that in one area of the gym they are selling flower bulbs as a fundraiser. Selling flowers at little flower? I love it!! “Flower Power Bulb Sale” they were calling it.
Signage, Flow, and Line (2 of 5)
I never really saw a sign that pointed the way to the fish fry, but followed some other people which eventually led me to the right place. I’m not sure there were too many other places to go, however, a sign with an arrow wouldn’t have led me around the building. The line was a little long around 5:45-6:00, but the homemade mac & cheese balls tamed my hunger a little bit. By the time we got near the front of the line we realized that we were supposed to pay before getting in line. We came in the back so we never passed the cashier. Luckily we had 4 people with us to save spots while each of us went to pay. I think moving the cashier inside the gym to pay while you wait in line is a good idea, along with having menus to look at while you wait. I also think having a menu of beverages at the beverage stand would be beneficial, too.
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by Aaron on March 17th, 2013
Overall (5/5)
Fish & Main Dishes (5/5)
Side Dishes (3/5)
Beverages & Desserts (3/5)
Atmosphere & Extras (4/5)
Signage, Flow, & Line (5/5)
Fish & Main Dishes (5/5)
Side Dishes (3/5)
Beverages & Desserts (3/5)
Atmosphere & Extras (4/5)
Signage, Flow, & Line (5/5)
by Nathan on March 12th, 2013
Overall (5 of 5)
St. Gabriel’s has a very popular fish fry in one of my favorite parts of town. Having worked at Ted Drewes for 7 years, I’m a little biased of St. Louis Hills. When you find the line, and if you can afford the wait, you won’t be disappointed. You might even be paid a visit from the beer fairy while waiting.
The main dish selections, including grilled cheese and cheese pizza, ought to appease almost anyone, even the kids. The cod is definitely top notch. If you go to St. Gabriel’s, do yourself a favor and order the cod. There is a variety of side dishes to choose from. While not spectacular, all the side dishes tasted well above average and are served in very generous portions. All dinners include a full meal, without having to pay extra for any portion of it, unless you want to upgrade your beverage. The complimentary beverage service was quite nice, with plenty of other beverages to upgrade to, including soda, beer, and wine.
The friendliness of the staff sets the bar very high, especially when working with a line out the door and halfway to the corner. Expect a quality meal with real dishes, real silverware, and a full belly when you leave. Thanks to St. Gabriel’s for a great fish fry. I’m glad you’re not too far away!
The main dish selections, including grilled cheese and cheese pizza, ought to appease almost anyone, even the kids. The cod is definitely top notch. If you go to St. Gabriel’s, do yourself a favor and order the cod. There is a variety of side dishes to choose from. While not spectacular, all the side dishes tasted well above average and are served in very generous portions. All dinners include a full meal, without having to pay extra for any portion of it, unless you want to upgrade your beverage. The complimentary beverage service was quite nice, with plenty of other beverages to upgrade to, including soda, beer, and wine.
The friendliness of the staff sets the bar very high, especially when working with a line out the door and halfway to the corner. Expect a quality meal with real dishes, real silverware, and a full belly when you leave. Thanks to St. Gabriel’s for a great fish fry. I’m glad you’re not too far away!
Fish and Main Dishes (5 of 5)
VARIETY: Hand-Breaded Fried Cod, Baked Cod, Fried Catfish Fillet, Jack Salmon Fillet, and Fried Shrimp. Grilled Cheese and Cheese Pizza are available for children/seniors. I’d bet you could get in on this as an adult, too, if you played your cards right.
TASTE: The fried cod is outstanding! The breading is very flavorful, and the cod is hot and flaky. This is definitely top tier cod. I recommend it whole-heartedly. The fried shrimp tastes good but tastes like standard fried shrimp… nothing special here. I did not taste any of the other main dishes.
VALUE: $9 per adult dinner (any type of fish) includes two sides, white or wheat bread, dessert, and a drink. For $1 extra you can make it the “Pastor’s Platter” (VERY clever and catchy) which also includes two fried shrimp. This is what I ordered, and it was worth it. $6 for a half-portion of the fish and $5 for the cheese pizza, both include the same add-ons as the adult dinners.
All main dish items are also sold a la carte - $5.50 for cod, $4.50 for Jack Salmon, $2 for Grilled Cheese, and $2 for Cheese Pizza. They also sell the fried or baked cod for $12 per pound, and 12 fried shrimp for $10
CONDIMENTS: Tartar Sauce, Cocktail sauce, and ketchup in individual packets, plus it looked like cocktail sauce in a large squeezable container.
TASTE: The fried cod is outstanding! The breading is very flavorful, and the cod is hot and flaky. This is definitely top tier cod. I recommend it whole-heartedly. The fried shrimp tastes good but tastes like standard fried shrimp… nothing special here. I did not taste any of the other main dishes.
VALUE: $9 per adult dinner (any type of fish) includes two sides, white or wheat bread, dessert, and a drink. For $1 extra you can make it the “Pastor’s Platter” (VERY clever and catchy) which also includes two fried shrimp. This is what I ordered, and it was worth it. $6 for a half-portion of the fish and $5 for the cheese pizza, both include the same add-ons as the adult dinners.
All main dish items are also sold a la carte - $5.50 for cod, $4.50 for Jack Salmon, $2 for Grilled Cheese, and $2 for Cheese Pizza. They also sell the fried or baked cod for $12 per pound, and 12 fried shrimp for $10
CONDIMENTS: Tartar Sauce, Cocktail sauce, and ketchup in individual packets, plus it looked like cocktail sauce in a large squeezable container.
Side Dishes (4 of 5)
VARIETY: Green Beans, Applesauce, Rotini Mac & Cheese, Rotini with Red Sauce, Rotini Buttered Pasta, Cole Slaw, French Fries.
TASTE: St. Gabriel’s fixed us a plate of all of their sides, minus the applesauce, which seemed pretty standard. I have to say the slaw was a little on the peppery side. My friend Christine could hardly handle the spiciness. The green beans and French fries were pretty standard. The rotini pasta came in 3 flavors and all tasted above average. I am a big fan of rotini noodles, which seem to retain a lot of flavor.
TASTE: St. Gabriel’s fixed us a plate of all of their sides, minus the applesauce, which seemed pretty standard. I have to say the slaw was a little on the peppery side. My friend Christine could hardly handle the spiciness. The green beans and French fries were pretty standard. The rotini pasta came in 3 flavors and all tasted above average. I am a big fan of rotini noodles, which seem to retain a lot of flavor.
Beverages and Desserts (5 of 5)
BEVERAGES: The beverage table is staffed with an energetic bunch of young ladies who are very friendly. Tea, Lemonade, Hawaiian Punch, Water, and Coffee are complimentary, and are pre-poured so you don’t have to wait. Sodas are $1 and include Coke, Diet Coke, and Sprite. Beers are $2 and include Budweiser, Bud Light, and Bud Select. Wine is $3 and includes Chardonnay, Merlot, and I’m not sure what else. I had a combination of the lemonade and Hawaiian punch which was quite tasty.
DESSERTS: Included with dinner, the dessert table includes homemade desserts, which seemed mostly like cakes, cookies, and brownies. The red velvet cake I tasted was delicious. The staff in the dessert booth are quite a delight as well.
DESSERTS: Included with dinner, the dessert table includes homemade desserts, which seemed mostly like cakes, cookies, and brownies. The red velvet cake I tasted was delicious. The staff in the dessert booth are quite a delight as well.
Atmosphere and Extras (5 of 5)
Let me say that the atmosphere at St. Gabriel’s was extremely friendly, and the staff was high spirits and seemed happy to be there. This is always a treat. Real silverware, real dishes, and trays are an added bonus, as was the extra fried shrimp and sides they were generous to let us sample.
While the line was long, they had one very energetic young man handing out beers to those of age that were waiting in line. While I wasn’t partaking, this seemed like a good way to take your mind off of the long line that was piled outside. This is a good idea, and many people had mentioned this to me when talking about this particular fish fry. Sure enough, it was true.
They also had a television on the stage at one end of the cafeteria. I’d imagine this comes in quite handy during the NCAA basketball tournament time. This is a BIG bonus if you are craving fish fry and still want to watch the basketball tournament. The friendly staff was bussing tables and clearing trays as we were finishing our meal. That’s always a plus in my book.
While the line was long, they had one very energetic young man handing out beers to those of age that were waiting in line. While I wasn’t partaking, this seemed like a good way to take your mind off of the long line that was piled outside. This is a good idea, and many people had mentioned this to me when talking about this particular fish fry. Sure enough, it was true.
They also had a television on the stage at one end of the cafeteria. I’d imagine this comes in quite handy during the NCAA basketball tournament time. This is a BIG bonus if you are craving fish fry and still want to watch the basketball tournament. The friendly staff was bussing tables and clearing trays as we were finishing our meal. That’s always a plus in my book.
Signage, Flow, and Line (3 of 5)
When we arrived, the line was way out the door. (See Photos) Lucky for us our friends were already in line. We had been there before so we knew where to go, but some of our friends didn’t find the correct door at first. You enter behind the church which can be seen from Tamm Avenue. The line moved slowly, but there were menus to look at in line, so we knew what we wanted when we got to the front. There was definitely a bottleneck around the turn between the fish server and the table nearby, which is where we ultimately sat for dinner. Now I know why no one was sitting there!
Carry out is also available, and had a different door (with signs indicating which way to go to find it) to enter than the one with the giant line.
Carry out is also available, and had a different door (with signs indicating which way to go to find it) to enter than the one with the giant line.
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by Nathan on March 11th, 2013
Overall (3 of 5)
We had a great time at Epiphany’s fish fry. Everything is sold individually, which results in a fantastic value! It was the best value so far this year (out of 10 different fish frys). You can pick and choose what you would like, without having to choose from pre-selected dinner options. The beverage selection is great. There are plenty of beer and soda options, plus complimentary tea and coffee. The selection of sides is way above average, and the macaroni is delicious! I liked the real dishes, silverware, and trays.
I would recommend ordering the hand-breaded catfish or shrimp as the jack salmon has bones in it, and the piece cod that I had just wasn’t up to par. Desserts seemed average for a fish fry, but they did have Jell-o! Girl Scout Cookies were also for sale at a side table. The people at Epiphany were extremely friendly and seemed all smiles. I would definitely return to Epiphany for the overall value and variety of sides. Hopefully their bowling alley has open bowling next time!
I would recommend ordering the hand-breaded catfish or shrimp as the jack salmon has bones in it, and the piece cod that I had just wasn’t up to par. Desserts seemed average for a fish fry, but they did have Jell-o! Girl Scout Cookies were also for sale at a side table. The people at Epiphany were extremely friendly and seemed all smiles. I would definitely return to Epiphany for the overall value and variety of sides. Hopefully their bowling alley has open bowling next time!
Fish and Main Dishes (2 of 5)
VARIETY: Cod Fillet, Hand-Breaded Catfish, Hand-Breaded Jack Salmon, and Fried Shrimp
TASTE: I tasted the cod fillet, and it looked a lot better than it tasted. The piece I had wasn’t very hot and it seemed dry and overcooked. I could barely cut it with my fork. Aaron said his piece was hot and tenderer than mine. The menu mentioned that the jack salmon had some bones in it, which didn’t seem appealing to me. It must be good if it gets ordered with bones in it!
VALUE: Everything is sold a la carte. Cod filets are $2.75, Jack Salmon for $3.25, Catfish for $4.25, and Fried Shrimp for $1 each. GOOD VALUE!! White, Wheat, and Rye Bread is available for $0.15 per slice, and they have French Bread for $0.40
CONDIMENTS: Tartar Sauce, Cocktail sauce, and Ketchup in large squeezable containers plus Frank’s Hot sauce.
TASTE: I tasted the cod fillet, and it looked a lot better than it tasted. The piece I had wasn’t very hot and it seemed dry and overcooked. I could barely cut it with my fork. Aaron said his piece was hot and tenderer than mine. The menu mentioned that the jack salmon had some bones in it, which didn’t seem appealing to me. It must be good if it gets ordered with bones in it!
VALUE: Everything is sold a la carte. Cod filets are $2.75, Jack Salmon for $3.25, Catfish for $4.25, and Fried Shrimp for $1 each. GOOD VALUE!! White, Wheat, and Rye Bread is available for $0.15 per slice, and they have French Bread for $0.40
CONDIMENTS: Tartar Sauce, Cocktail sauce, and Ketchup in large squeezable containers plus Frank’s Hot sauce.
Side Dishes (5 of 5)
VARIETY: Green Beans, Corn, Spaghetti, Creamy Slaw, Oil & Vinegar Slaw, Three Bean Salad, Macaroni & Cheese, and Pickled Beets
TASTE: The macaroni & cheese is outstanding! Apparently people come in just for large containers of the macaroni & cheese. I suggest you order the mac & cheese if you go. The pickled beets are very tasty and an unusual fish fry menu side. The corn and green beans taste like standard cafeteria fare, and the oil and vinegar cole slaw is good.
VALUE: Everything is sold a la carte. Very generous portions of mac & cheese ($1.25), green beans ($0.75) & corn ($0.75). The three bean salad ($0.75), both kinds of slaw ($0.75), and the pickled beets ($0.75) come in a small side dish container, and are average portions. I didn’t see the spaghetti ($0.75), but they do have fruit cups available for $0.75.
TASTE: The macaroni & cheese is outstanding! Apparently people come in just for large containers of the macaroni & cheese. I suggest you order the mac & cheese if you go. The pickled beets are very tasty and an unusual fish fry menu side. The corn and green beans taste like standard cafeteria fare, and the oil and vinegar cole slaw is good.
VALUE: Everything is sold a la carte. Very generous portions of mac & cheese ($1.25), green beans ($0.75) & corn ($0.75). The three bean salad ($0.75), both kinds of slaw ($0.75), and the pickled beets ($0.75) come in a small side dish container, and are average portions. I didn’t see the spaghetti ($0.75), but they do have fruit cups available for $0.75.
Beverages and Desserts (3 of 5)
BEVERAGES: Iced Tea and Coffee are complimentary, with lemons, sugar, and the whole bit to add. Sodas are available for $0.75 each, and include Coke, Diet Coke, Cherry Coke, Mr. Pibb, Sprite, Root Beer, and Orange Crush. Beers are available for $2 each and include Budweiser, Bud Light, Bud Select, Busch, and Miller Lite. (Miller Lite… really? This is St. Louis!!)
DESSERTS: Everything is sold a la carte. Desserts are $0.75 each, and include cobblers, cakes, Jell-o, muffins, cupcakes, etc. I had a chocolate cheesecake that was tasty but a little dry. I tasted Aaron’s cherry cobbler, and it was quite delicious.
DESSERTS: Everything is sold a la carte. Desserts are $0.75 each, and include cobblers, cakes, Jell-o, muffins, cupcakes, etc. I had a chocolate cheesecake that was tasty but a little dry. I tasted Aaron’s cherry cobbler, and it was quite delicious.
Atmosphere and Extras (3 of 5)
The atmosphere at Epiphany is classic for a fish fry. Held in the school gym, there are plenty of volunteers among the food line, beverage area, cashier, tables selling raffle tickets, students accepting donations for school charities, and a table selling GIRL SCOUT COOKIES. Aaron cashed in on some of those. People of all ages were enjoying the fish fry. There were several people monitoring tables and cleaning up.
Everything on the menu is sold a la carte, that is, individually. I ordered a cod fillet, 3 side dishes (including the mac & cheese), dessert, and a soda, and my total was only $6.70!! BEST VALUE yet this year, and I’d be surprised if it gets matched anywhere else.
Epiphany uses real dishes and real silverware….a definite bonus at any fish fry, with plenty of volunteers near the trash cans washing the dishes and cleaning the trays. Monica and Father Tom came over to say hello while we were there. One of my favorite parts of visiting fish frys is getting to talk to all the nice people, including those at Epiphany. Thanks for the hospitality!!
Although it doesn’t really fit into the fish fry review, it is certainly worth mentioning in this section. Epiphany has an 8-lane bowling alley included in their school facilities. I took some pictures and they should show up below. My camera switched settings on me, so some of the photos turned out a little blurry. That’s a blurry photo, not your eyes!!
Everything on the menu is sold a la carte, that is, individually. I ordered a cod fillet, 3 side dishes (including the mac & cheese), dessert, and a soda, and my total was only $6.70!! BEST VALUE yet this year, and I’d be surprised if it gets matched anywhere else.
Epiphany uses real dishes and real silverware….a definite bonus at any fish fry, with plenty of volunteers near the trash cans washing the dishes and cleaning the trays. Monica and Father Tom came over to say hello while we were there. One of my favorite parts of visiting fish frys is getting to talk to all the nice people, including those at Epiphany. Thanks for the hospitality!!
Although it doesn’t really fit into the fish fry review, it is certainly worth mentioning in this section. Epiphany has an 8-lane bowling alley included in their school facilities. I took some pictures and they should show up below. My camera switched settings on me, so some of the photos turned out a little blurry. That’s a blurry photo, not your eyes!!
Signage, Flow, and Line (3 of 5)
Plenty of signs indicate that the fish fry is in the gym, but I still managed to try to go in the locked door that goes into the school. Perhaps an arrow on the sign would have helped me find it quicker. It was still early, so there was no evident crowd to follow.
The line hadn’t yet grown since we arrived around 4:45, and there were plenty of signs indicating what was available along the way through the food line. They even had an old school (literally!) menu with movable letters that have the menu items on it. Love it!! They also have pocket-sized menues with the schedule on it for your wallet, fridge, or other handy place to keep a petite menu.
The perimeter of the gym pretty much has all the stops along the way. The dessert table was first, which was a little goofy, but who says dessert has to be last, right!?
The line hadn’t yet grown since we arrived around 4:45, and there were plenty of signs indicating what was available along the way through the food line. They even had an old school (literally!) menu with movable letters that have the menu items on it. Love it!! They also have pocket-sized menues with the schedule on it for your wallet, fridge, or other handy place to keep a petite menu.
The perimeter of the gym pretty much has all the stops along the way. The dessert table was first, which was a little goofy, but who says dessert has to be last, right!?
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by Nathan on March 5th, 2013
Overall (2 of 5)
With several Fish Frys under our belt, there are things you start to look for, starting with where to go and how to get in the building. This proved to be the most difficult part of the evening at Mary Queen of Peace. We semi-circumnavigated the building in the snow and wound our way through several hallways only to find ourselves just inside the front door that was locked. Catered by Russo’s Gourmet Catering, this fish fry had some good-looking dishes; however, part of the charm of these fish frys, in my opinion is cooking the food in-house. If you like Russo’s, you’ll probably love this fish fry. If you like a noisy atmosphere and a good selection of beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, you’ve come to the right place. If you’re looking for a place to stop in and quickly grab some fish on a Fish Fryday, I’d think again. Don’t even think about getting an extra side dish a la carte because it isn’t allowed. The fish fry did bring together many people who seemed to be enjoying themselves, especially the children, and that’s all part of a successful fish fry.
Fish and Main Dishes (3 of 5)
VARIETY: Salmon, Shrimp, Cod, but
TASTE: The Cod was above average, but not outstanding. It was hot, flaky, and the breading had a lot of flavor. The salmon looked to be baked and looked pretty good, but I didn’t taste it.
VALUE: I’d imagine with the event being catered that prices would be slightly inflated, and it seemed true. $10 for a Salmon or Shrimp Dinner, $9 for a 2-piece Cod dinner, and $8 for a 1-piece cod dinner. Children’s Meal is $4 but I have no idea what that includes since it’s not listed on the menu. I assume cheese pizza that I eventually saw going thru line. All dinners include dessert.
CONDIMENTS: Tartar Sauce and Cocktail sauce in large containers, served to you by a volunteer, Ketchup and Mustard Packets, Malt Vinegar, and Parmesan Cheese….bonus!!
TASTE: The Cod was above average, but not outstanding. It was hot, flaky, and the breading had a lot of flavor. The salmon looked to be baked and looked pretty good, but I didn’t taste it.
VALUE: I’d imagine with the event being catered that prices would be slightly inflated, and it seemed true. $10 for a Salmon or Shrimp Dinner, $9 for a 2-piece Cod dinner, and $8 for a 1-piece cod dinner. Children’s Meal is $4 but I have no idea what that includes since it’s not listed on the menu. I assume cheese pizza that I eventually saw going thru line. All dinners include dessert.
CONDIMENTS: Tartar Sauce and Cocktail sauce in large containers, served to you by a volunteer, Ketchup and Mustard Packets, Malt Vinegar, and Parmesan Cheese….bonus!!
Side Dishes (2 of 5)
VARIETY: Green Beans, Applesauce, Shells & Cheese, Spaghetti with Red Sauce, and Rice Pilaf
TASTE: I love rice pilaf, and this was no disappointment. The green beans looked amazing, but seemed undercooked. Once you finally got your fork in them, the seasonings tasted good. I expected better green beans from a caterer.
VALUE: Portions were average at best, but forget about paying for an extra helping. We were told that wasn’t allowed.
TASTE: I love rice pilaf, and this was no disappointment. The green beans looked amazing, but seemed undercooked. Once you finally got your fork in them, the seasonings tasted good. I expected better green beans from a caterer.
VALUE: Portions were average at best, but forget about paying for an extra helping. We were told that wasn’t allowed.
Beverages and Desserts (3 of 5)
BEVERAGES: Lemonade and Coffee are complimentary and include a small souvenir cup. $1 for sodas out of 2-liter bottles including Diet Pepsi, Orange Crush, Mountain Dew, Diet Mountain Dew, and didn’t notice anything else. $3 for Fat Tire and wine (Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Savignon, and Pinot Grigio), and $2 for Budweiser, Bud Light, or Bud Select. $1 for bottled water. All beverages required a different colored ticket. Aaron wanted a Fat Tire, but they had run out by 6:30 pmand had Schlafly Pale Ale instead.
DESSERTS: Included with dinner, the dessert table include homemade desserts, which seemed mostly like cake and cookies. Some of the desserts appear to be catered by Russo’s including a raspberry and blueberry parfait. The parfait was delicious, and it was a nice change from the usual fish fry selection. The overall variety of desserts was relatively small.
DESSERTS: Included with dinner, the dessert table include homemade desserts, which seemed mostly like cake and cookies. Some of the desserts appear to be catered by Russo’s including a raspberry and blueberry parfait. The parfait was delicious, and it was a nice change from the usual fish fry selection. The overall variety of desserts was relatively small.
Atmosphere and Extras (1 of 5)
The first sign we saw when entering the fish fry was “Please supervise your children at the fish fry.” If only this were enforced. Don’t get me wrong…I embrace the family aspect of fish frys and enjoy some ruckus, but this time it seemed like a little too much. At times it seemed like more children than parents. However, I did notice a few well-behaved children.
The decorations in the cafeteria are nice with large, painted murals on some walls and decorated ceiling tiles. Our table was dirty, as well as the floor next to it. I might suggest recruiting some of the children/students to help wipe the tables down and help with the fish fry tasks.
We did run into one of our friends, Lisa, at the fish fry. It was nice seeing her there. It’s always great seeing people you know and getting a chance to talk to them
The decorations in the cafeteria are nice with large, painted murals on some walls and decorated ceiling tiles. Our table was dirty, as well as the floor next to it. I might suggest recruiting some of the children/students to help wipe the tables down and help with the fish fry tasks.
We did run into one of our friends, Lisa, at the fish fry. It was nice seeing her there. It’s always great seeing people you know and getting a chance to talk to them
Signage, Flow, and Line (1 of 5)
This is usually where the fish fry experience starts. I didn’t see any signs pointing the way out on Lockwood or near the front of the church/school. The front doors were locked and we walked all the way around the building (in the snow) and snaked through a couple of hallways only to find ourselves just inside the locked doors we couldn’t enter through.
It would have been nice to have read the menu while in line, but you could only see the menu when it was your turn to pay. The line for food went two ways, and backed up right in front of the door to enter the cafeteria. I felt like I was constantly in the way of in/out traffic and the volunteers walking back and forth stocking food and such
The menu needs improvement. It was not very descriptive and doesn’t really tell you what is included with the meal, or what types of side dish or beverage choices there are. Half of the menu is beverages and images of the tickets required to obtain said beverages.
It would have been nice to have read the menu while in line, but you could only see the menu when it was your turn to pay. The line for food went two ways, and backed up right in front of the door to enter the cafeteria. I felt like I was constantly in the way of in/out traffic and the volunteers walking back and forth stocking food and such
The menu needs improvement. It was not very descriptive and doesn’t really tell you what is included with the meal, or what types of side dish or beverage choices there are. Half of the menu is beverages and images of the tickets required to obtain said beverages.
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by Nathan on March 2nd, 2013
Overall (5 of 5)
Great people, Great food, and a well-thought out fish fry just about sums up my experience at St. Mary Magdalen’s Fish Fry in Brentwood. From the hand-breaded cod fish taco with ranch salsa, to the variety of delicious sides, topped with desserts to die for, they certainly take pride in hosting a top tier fish fry. They have a reasonable selection of beverages (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic), plenty of seating, and homemade desserts. Parking can be tough during the fish fry rush hour, but they have added drive-thru service for those who are just picking it up to go. Nice touch! The fish fry was very clean, and had plenty of menus and signs indicating the options, and which way to go. I would definitely visit again.
Fish and Main Dishes (5 of 5)
VARIETY: Fried Cod, Baked Icelandic Salmon Fillet, Jumbo Fried Shrimp, Papa John’s Cheese Pizza. You can order meals by number. See the photo of the menu for more details. I am not a huge fan of the meal served in a “to-go” box if I’m not taking it home. It’s a little bulky for my taste.
TASTE: The hand-breaded cod fish taco is delicious, served on a tortilla with ranch salsa. I highly recommend ordering it. The fried shrimp contains a lot of shrimp and isn’t mostly breading. I didn’t try the Jack salmon, but it looked like it was baked and is served with a creamy dill sauce on the side. I would have tried it, but the portion looked too generous to order a la carte.
VALUE: $6 for the fish taco plus one side (VERY reasonable), $5 for the fish and chips (no side other than homemade parmesan chips). $8 for (2) 4 oz. fried cod fillets (2 sides), $11 for (6) fried shrimp (2 sides), and $12 for “Father Jack’s Salmon” (2 sides). $4 Kids Meals include Cheese Pizza or pasta with red sauce, applesauce, and dessert. Extra cod fillet or 3 jumbo shrimp for $3. All means include a homemade dessert.
CONDIMENTS: Tartar Sauce, Cocktail Sauce, and Ketchup…all in packets, Malt Vinegar, and dill pickles!! They also had dispensers for their utensils.
TASTE: The hand-breaded cod fish taco is delicious, served on a tortilla with ranch salsa. I highly recommend ordering it. The fried shrimp contains a lot of shrimp and isn’t mostly breading. I didn’t try the Jack salmon, but it looked like it was baked and is served with a creamy dill sauce on the side. I would have tried it, but the portion looked too generous to order a la carte.
VALUE: $6 for the fish taco plus one side (VERY reasonable), $5 for the fish and chips (no side other than homemade parmesan chips). $8 for (2) 4 oz. fried cod fillets (2 sides), $11 for (6) fried shrimp (2 sides), and $12 for “Father Jack’s Salmon” (2 sides). $4 Kids Meals include Cheese Pizza or pasta with red sauce, applesauce, and dessert. Extra cod fillet or 3 jumbo shrimp for $3. All means include a homemade dessert.
CONDIMENTS: Tartar Sauce, Cocktail Sauce, and Ketchup…all in packets, Malt Vinegar, and dill pickles!! They also had dispensers for their utensils.
Side Dishes (5 of 5)
VARIETY: Green Beans, Shell Pasta with Red Sauce, Creamy Cole Slaw, 3-Bean Salad, Homemade Parmesan Potato Chips and Spiced Apples.
TASTE: I was lucky enough to try 4 of the 5 side dishes. The green beans are delicious, seasoned and buttered just right. Shell pasta is always good, and the red sauce tastes fine. The 3-bean salad have a tangy vinagarette sauce, and was a unique side dish for a fish fry….good job!! The spiced apples are warm and delicious, and I’m usually not a spiced apple kind of guy.
VALUE: $2 for an extra side dish. Pasta serving sizes were enormous, the others were averaged sized.
TASTE: I was lucky enough to try 4 of the 5 side dishes. The green beans are delicious, seasoned and buttered just right. Shell pasta is always good, and the red sauce tastes fine. The 3-bean salad have a tangy vinagarette sauce, and was a unique side dish for a fish fry….good job!! The spiced apples are warm and delicious, and I’m usually not a spiced apple kind of guy.
VALUE: $2 for an extra side dish. Pasta serving sizes were enormous, the others were averaged sized.
Beverages and Desserts (5 of 5)
BEVERAGES: Water and Coffee are complimentary. Soft drinks are $1, and include iced tea, Coke, Diet Coke, Mountain Dew, Diet Mountain Dew (bonus!), Orange Crush, Grape Crush, and Sprite. Schlafly Pale Ale, Budweiser, Bud Light, Bud Select Beer and Wine are available just inside the front door.
DESSERTS: All meals include desserts, and no ticket is required. The homemade dessert table is definitely stacked, and have some great options including cake, brownies, pie (including pumpkin), and more. I had something I had never tried before. The smore-like dessert with a brownie bottom, marshmallow middle, and graham cracker top tasted like heaven. I reluctantly insisted that Aaron have a bite, and he thought it was amazing as well. Hopefully someone reading this knows the recipe and sends it to us so I can have that again!! Send it to: info@fishfryday.org.
DESSERTS: All meals include desserts, and no ticket is required. The homemade dessert table is definitely stacked, and have some great options including cake, brownies, pie (including pumpkin), and more. I had something I had never tried before. The smore-like dessert with a brownie bottom, marshmallow middle, and graham cracker top tasted like heaven. I reluctantly insisted that Aaron have a bite, and he thought it was amazing as well. Hopefully someone reading this knows the recipe and sends it to us so I can have that again!! Send it to: info@fishfryday.org.
Atmosphere and Extras (4 of 5)
DRIVE THRU for those who want to pick it up on the way home. Held in the school gym, this fish fry was friendly from the start. All of the staff members were wearing bright yellow “God’s Cod” T-shirts so they were easily identifiable to everyone there. Molly came over and chatted with us for a while. Such nice people!! Everyone’s spirit was up, and you could tell they take pride in their fish fry by the cleanliness of the tables, floors, and everything around. Even the students were helping keep the gym clean!
Schlafly Beer and wine are a nice touch to a fish fry. They had an area selling raffle tickets and auction tickets for some extracurricular events as well. Also, I consider the fish taco an extra, as most fish frys do not offer this option.
Payment with credit cards is accepted.
Schlafly Beer and wine are a nice touch to a fish fry. They had an area selling raffle tickets and auction tickets for some extracurricular events as well. Also, I consider the fish taco an extra, as most fish frys do not offer this option.
Payment with credit cards is accepted.
Signage, Flow, and Line (4 of 5)
There were plenty of signs directing traffic for the drive thru and signs pointing the way inside. There is someone who hands out laminated, reusable menus to peruse while you wait in line, along with menus hanging on the wall, some with photos of the food. Signs direct you all the way from beginning to end, too. The flow was a little goofy going in one door, and snaking out through the cafeteria line, but the wait was short. Also, you might get stuck in a little bit of parking lot traffic during the fish fry rush hour.
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