It's a platter of fried fish. What could possibly go wrong? Well, when it comes to the balance
between batter and fish, it's surprisingly easy to mess things up. So who gets it right
and who should get swept out to sea? Red Lobster's classic fried fish platter has been around for decades, but does it satisfy
the seafood lover in everyone? The current offering of fish and fries share the plate
with a decent-sized bowl of coleslaw and a couple of hush puppies tossed in for good measure
Sure, that sounds great, but not everyone is a fan. Yelp reviewers often call out the frozen
flavor of the fried offerings and sometimes call them unappetizing or flavorless. If you're in it
for the fries and coleslaw, one Yelp review reports that the poor quality of both is enough
to keep you from placing your order. Others call out the excessive breading and mushy texture
and call the platter disappointing. While every restaurant will be different, the inconsistency is troubling. And when you pay $19 for greasy overcooked fish
you tend to lose your taste for fish and chips altogether. Forget riblet season, Applebee's keeps its fish and chips plate on the menu year-round
letting seafood fans indulge no matter the season. It's always available. But does that mean it's
always good? Reviews from TikTok to TripAdvisor say that their fried fish is mediocre at best
Some have called the fish itself too sweet, while others have just settled on mediocre
A customer in England, the country that practically invented the modern idea of fish and chips
said the Applebee's version was piled all together in an attempt to be on trend
But the food turned out to be just average. When the home of fish and chips calls you out on your poor presentation and mid-level fare
you've done something wrong. A quartet of fried cod fillets with corn muffins, hush puppies, or buttermilk biscuits
set the table for a familiar meal at Cracker Barrel. And a choice of two sides lets you
customize the collection to your taste Reviewers call the plate decent and compare it to Luby offerings so it seems to be a moderately enjoyable option at best A Reddit reviewer pointed out how small the fish pieces were at
their fish fry, noting that some of the steak fries outsized the fish. Another commenter in
the thread concurred that the reduced size of the fish was ridiculous, but the clincher is a Trip
Advisor review that reveals the fish fry turns out to be a mushy mess, with mystery fish replacing
what used to be caught. Whether this is true or not, it doesn't sound like a fun dining moment
No need to cast your line for this disappointing plate. Long John Silver's
Crispy fish, golden fries How do you choose the fish basket over all the other selections at a seafood-specific
fast food joint like Long John Silver's? Maybe you just have an insatiable craving for waffle fries
With a couple of hush puppies tossed into the mix, the meal appears to be pretty substantial
The arrival of this fish basket as a $6 deal brought out some strong opinions from Devo2's
While some were happy to get the bargain, others pointed out that they don't get slaw anymore
And the fry quality was reduced, which doesn't sound worth it at all
Customers found that the two pieces of fish in some baskets were laughable and just not
enough to make up a meal. And those waffle fries? There's a whole Facebook thread in which
comment after comment, wishes that the old-style fries were still part of the deal
With such a mixed bag of opinions, there's not enough to endorse this version of the classic
pairing. Ruby Tuesday dives into the deep end of the fish basket concept with a customizable plate
featuring four crunchy chunks of wild Alaskan pollock as the centerpiece. You can choose your starchy side from a potato menu that includes fries, tots, and baked spuds
You also get coleslaw. So consider the size of your tater choice and whether you get them loaded
or not carefully. TripAdvisor reviews claim that the heavy breading on the fish pieces is just too
much to deal with, some commenting that the meal they got was greasy and burnt. In a world of hit
or miss fish baskets, Ruby Tuesday sounds like it's serving mostly misses. You wouldn't want to
take a chance on wasting your fish money on an order like this not in this economy Of course a place called Bonefish Grill has some form of fish basket among their fresh catches Three slabs of batter cod with seasoned fries and a modest cup of coleslaw
all pile into the bowl for a seaside feast. However, a TripAdvisor review simply titled
Avoid the Fish and Chips says pretty much everything about what to expect. Four pieces
of greasy, over-battered fish prove to be a disappointment, and that seems like more of a
trend than a one-time deal. On the other side of things, Facebook conversations regarding the
platters seem to agree that the fish and chips deal is good. While that's not exactly a ringing
endorsement, it's still better than half of the other chains in this list. Bonefish Grill doesn't
offer the absolute best fish and chips in the U.S., and they're also not really budget-friendly
That's a middling fish basket if ever there was one. Those who depend on Texas Roadhouse for a steak fix may be surprised to learn there's a southern
catfish basket being cooked up in the kitchen as well. The platter includes farm-raised fish from
the USA, fried golden in cornmeal batter with your choice of two sides. And in true American fashion
you can also opt for an overwhelming amount of fried fish, with the ability to add one or two
more pieces to your order. Are you going to love your decision or regret it? One Facebook user
shares that the Roadhouse fish dinner is always a catch, with a side salad and baked potato combo
making it feel like a rounded-out meal. Others go for the seasoned rice and green beans instead
But a more discerning diner took to TripAdvisor to caution Texas Roadhouse visitors to avoid the
fish, since their piece was mostly breading with a tiny piece of fish in the center
Still, it sounds like more of a success than a failure. That gets Texas Roadhouse a little higher than midway up the ladder of fish basket success
Two strips of fish, a pair of hush puppies, and a handful of fries make up the fish basket
at Captain D's. It may seem like just another fish dish in a sea of other fish dishes, given the fried
fish-heavy arrangement this fast food heavyweight has on hand. But this aptly named two-piece fish and fries duo seems to be a people pleaser
even if not all the elements are on point every time. Customers who've gone trawling for Captain
D's basket of bliss are highly complementary of the chain's skills with batter and fish fillets
Facebook posts showing this platter usually call it quite enjoyable and are met with a chorus of agreement TikTok and Instagram reviewers generally agree even about the spicy version of the fish strips but some call out that the fries aren so great
One review gave the whole $5.99 meal a 7 out of 10. While there are plenty of choices at
Captain D's, the fish basket is one of the prime packages that gets the balance right
Captain D's, a great little seafood place Red Robin is more of a burger and bar bite joint, but that doesn't mean it can't sling a mean fish
platter too. With steak fries and coleslaw on the side, this pub-style fish basket is as good as any
of the eatery's better-known items, at least appearance-wise. But can you expect a spot-on
fish experience from a place better known for its hamburgers and onion ring towers
An occasional review claims that there's not much flavor in the fish, but all it takes is a dip in
the malt vinegar and tartar sauce to amp up the taste. Others say that the fish and chips are both
excellent and satisfying without the added condiments, and usually enough to feed two people
A handful of responses in the comments agree that despite all odds, Red Robin has a way with
battered fish. Sure, the dish usually costs over $20, but many feel that amount you get
justifies the expense. For fish lovers who haven't considered this fast, casual chain
it might be time to give it a try. You don't call out the North Atlantic
cod in your fish basket like Culver's does, unless you're serious about the seafood you serve
The fast food chain steps out of its butter burger blueprint to bring about a tasty alternative with high-quality fish at its core
You get two batter-fried strips of fish nestled up against crinkle-cut fries, coleslaw, and a dinner roll
Altogether, it feels warm and homey, especially for a fast food restaurant. Reviewers everywhere agree that Culver's seems to come out on top more consistently than any other spot, even if you're not a huge fish fan
With glowing praise heaped on such a popular Culver's menu item, how could this fish basket not be at the top of the ranking
It's a winner of a fish dinner you can scoop up at the drive-thru for an easy meal that delivers major satisfaction