Having grown up in the boondocks of Connecticut, I have to admit that I never even heard of a fish fry until I moved to Wisconsin. When I mentioned it to my parents, they remembered their churches having them when they were children, but the fish fry had long since vanished from the weekly dining out option.
Once I landed in Wisconsin, I began noticing signs for fish frys everywhere – local churches, family restaurants, even our neighborhood restaurant chains had them. I have always preferred ocean fish to lake fish and figured I wouldn’t really care for it too much. At the time, I was working at a Catholic school and on Fridays during Lent, they would begin frying up the fish before I had left for the night. One Friday, I didn’t feel like cooking and stopped to pick some up to bring home. It turned out I liked it after all.
I quickly learned that not all fish frys are created equal, and I am actually pretty picky about them. I can’t stand greasy fish or limp, sad fries. Over time, I discovered several local fish frys that I really like and often take guests there when they come to visit.
Only recently did I discover that one of my favorite frozen custard and burger joints also has an amazing fish fry. Culver’s, home of the butter burger, is also home to one heck of a good fish fry, in my opinion. Even better, during Lent, you can choose from either a North Atlantic Cod or Northwoods Walleye fish fry. (The cod is available year round, while the walleye is a Lenten special.) If you haven’t yet tried the fish fry at Culver’s, I encourage you to stop in and give it a try!
Rather make your own fish fry at home? Check out these friers that make cooking your own fish fry at home quick and easy! (And the air frier even helps you make it healthier!)
Tricia Nightowlmama says
LOve culvers but I don’t do fish tehy have so many other yummy stuffs to eat though
Amy says
I have to admit I’ve never had fish fry!
Penelope (NYC Mom Blogger) says
Why not? I never tried them before.
Double Duty Mommy says
I’m not a huge fish person but that fish looks yummy
Zippy says
I’ve never had fish fry. Hmmm…maybe it’s time to change that.
April Decheine says
I love fish tacos and would love to try Culvers!
Marcie W. says
YUM! I’d love some fried fish!
nicóle says
My son loves sea food, gonna give these a try!
nicóle says
My son loves sea food, gonna give these a try!
Momstart says
You are making me hungry
Lolo @ Crazy About My Baybah says
Yep, had fish fry at my church back home.
Anne - Mommy Has to Work says
This is about the only way I eat fish – fried!
Toni Patton says
I’ve never heard of this one but I love a god fish fry.
Laurie says
These look ok, but im also not a big fish person lol.
Courtney says
Yum love fish, especially fried!!
HilLesha says
Looks good!
Donna says
I’ve never tried Culvers before… and fish tacos are one of my favorite foods, so will check them out! Thanks for sharing!
Emily @FamilyNLifeLV says
I love fish, but not friend. Culvers is super yummy though!!
Rita Spencer says
Grew up in north of England. Culver’s fish and chips are the best! And I am picky.
Patricia Robinson says
I am counting down the days until Culvers’ brings their walleye back. I visit once a week and have the 3 piece dinner each time. I think it’s the best walleye around. Tender, delicious flavor, and the perfect crispy batter. Can’t wait!
Maureen Fitzgerald says
I agree. Lent will be here before you know it and the walleye will be back!