Where to find the best Lenten fish specials in St. Louis
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Kasey Carlson
Assistant Editor
The Lenten season is upon us once again, which means that St. Louis' fish fries are back in full swing. We might not be able to gather with plates piled high with fried cod and haddock at local churches and community centers, but there are still plenty of ways to get your fill of fish. These St. Louis restaurants are offering Friday seafood specials of all kinds, and you don't have to be Catholic to indulge.
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5 Star Burgers
5 Star Burgers is offering a different kind of seafood sandwich for Lent this year: The Super Southwestern Shellfish Sandwich. This monstrous patty is loaded with crab, lobster, shrimp, black beans, corn, peppers and onion, meaning it's packed with both protein and flavor. Served on a bun with 5 Star's signature green-chile mayo, this seafood sammy is sure to be a hit. (Photo courtesy of 5 Star Burgers)
5 Star Burgers, 8125 Maryland Ave., Clayton, Missouri, 314.720.4350, 5starburgersstl.com
Brasswell
Brasswell, the restaurant inside Rockwell Beer, is bringing back a spring favorite for Lent. The fried cod sandwich features a beer-battered cod patty, sauce gribiche (a sauce made from hard-boiled eggs), arugula and pickles on a brioche bun. Make sure to order a side of Brasswell's crispy shoestring fries for an ideal meal. The sandwich will be available Fridays leading up to Easter. (Photo by Spencer Pernikoff)
Rockwell Beer Co., 1320 S. Vandeventer Ave., The Grove, St. Louis, Missouri, 314.256.1657, rockwellbeer.com
City Coffeehouse & Creperie
City & Coffee Creperie is offering two different seafood sandwiches this Lenten season. Try the crab cake sandwich served on a brioche bun, or for a shellfish-free option, go for the grilled salmon sandwich. Served on a brioche bun with a creamy dill sauce, you'll want to look for this every Friday. (Photo courtesy of City Coffeehouse & Creperie)
City Coffeehouse & Creperie, 36 N. Brentwood Blvd., Clayton, 314.862.2489, citycoffeeandcreperie.com
Eckert's Farm and Country Store
Eckert's Farm and Country Store is offering a Lenten special with all the fix-ins. Available for curbside pickup, this dish includes 1½ pounds of fried cod, mac 'n' cheese and creamy coleslaw. Need to feed the whole family? Ask about the family portion starting March 1; it's meant to serve up to four people. (Photo courtesy of Eckert's Farm and Country Store)
Eckert’s Country Store & Farms, 951 S. Greenmount Road, Belleville, Illinois, 618.233.0513, eckerts.com
Gioia's Deli
At Gioia's Deli, you'll find a Friday Lent special that isn't like any other sandwich. The only sandwich to ever outsell the deli's signature hot salami, The King Cod starts with garlic cheese bread and is topped with crispy fried cod, mac 'n' cheese and Red Hot Riplets. Don't want all the bells and whistles? You can also get the Classic Cod on garlic cheese bread without the extras. (Photo courtesy of Gioia's Deli)
Gioia's on The Hill, 1934 Macklind Ave., The Hill, 314.776.9410, also at 903 Pine St. Downtown, 314.776.9410, gioiasdeli.com
Gioia's Deli, 623 N. Ballas, Creve Coeur, Missouri, gioiasdeli.com
Grace Meat + Three
Buffalo fried fish is back at Grace Meat + Three. The selection of fish is rotating, but the catch of the day gets tossed in the restaurant's signature seasoned flour, fried and and then tossed in a garlic-Buffalo sauce. The dish is served with a side of buttermilk-lime dressing, onions and pickles. (Photo courtesy of Grace Meat + Three)
Grace Meat + Three, 4270 Manchester Ave., The Grove, St. Louis, Missouri, 314.533.2700, stlgrace.com
Lion's Choice
Lion's Choice locations will be offering the Crispy Cod Sandwich again for Lent. Served on a buttery and toasted sesame bun, the breaded cod fillet is fried until golden brown and topped with melted Swiss cheese and tartar sauce. Feeling extra hungry? You can also get the "king" version, made with two fish filets instead. The sandwich will be available every Friday throughout the season. (Photo courtesy of Lion's Choice)
Lion's Choice, multiple locations, lionschoice.com
Nathaniel Reid Bakery
Nathaniel Reid Bakery has a tuna sandwich special for you to enjoy on Fridays through Easter. The sandwich features one of the bakery's signature croissants piled high with albacore tuna, mayo, Dijon mustard, dill pickles, celery, hard-boiled eggs and red onion. Customers can call ahead for curbside pickup. (Photo courtesy of Nathaniel Reid Bakery)
Nathaniel Reid Bakery, 11243 Manchester Road, Kirkwood, Missouri, 314.858.1019, nrbakery.com
Peacemaker Lobster & Crab
Every Friday during Lent, you can pick up this fried fish sandwich special from Peacemaker. Fried cod, American cheese, tartar sauce and pickles is served on a Hawaiian bun with a side of the restaurant's signature Cajun chips. But take note: This special is only available for dine-in. (Photo courtesy of Peacemaker Lobster & Crab)
Peacemaker Lobster & Crab, 1831 Sidney St., Benton Park, St. Louis, Missouri, 314.772.8858, peacemakerstl.com
Pietro's Restaurant
Pietro's Restaurant is offering two different Lenten specials this year. From 11am to 3pm every Friday during Lent, you can pick up a meal of either fried cod or grilled grouper served with green beans, mashed potatoes and a homemade tartar sauce. The special will be available on Fridays until Easter. (Photo by istock/monica-photo)
Pietro's Restaurant, 3801 Watson Road, Lindenwood Park, St. Louis, Missouri, 314.645.9263, pietrosdining.com
Pizzeria Da Gloria
Pizzeria Da Gloria is offering an East Coast favorite on Fridays during Lent. The White Clam Pizza is made with thinly sliced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, low-moisture shredded mozzarella, fresh Ipswich clams, parsley and lemon zest. Don't worry: If you don't like clams, they also have other meatless pie to choose from. (Photo courtesy of Pizzeria Da Gloria)
Pizzeria da Gloria, 2024 Marconi Ave., The Hill, St. Louis, Missouri, 314.833.3734, pizzeriadagloria.com
Russell's on Macklind
Whether you're planning to dine-in or take your Friday night dinner home, Russell's on Macklind has two different Lenten specials for you. Try the fried cod (pictured above), served with garlic green beans, buttermilk mashed potatoes and a lemon-caper aioli, or keep it classic with fish and chips, a beer-batted cod served with sea-salt fries and a caper-dill pickle remoulade. (Photo courtesy of Russell's on Macklind)
Russell's on Macklind, 5400 Murdoch Ave., Southampton, St. Louis, Missouri, 314.553.9994, macklind.russellscafe.com
Salt + Smoke
The fish platter is back at Salt + Smoke. Crispy fried haddock comes with two sides and Hawaiian rolls to make it a full meal. Love to dip? This fish dish also is served with remoulade for a little bit of Southern influence. (Photo by Spencer Pernikoff)
Salt + Smoke, multiple locations, saltandsmokestl.com
Urban Chestnut Grove Brewery & Bierhall
Fish Fry-days are back in full swing at UCBC. Every Friday, drop by the brewery and pick up this Lenten meal of fried wild Alaskan pollock, German potato pancakes, a kohlrabi and carrot slaw plus a side of house-made tartar sauce. Find it every Friday through Easter. (Photo courtesy of Urban Chestnut Brewing Co.)
Urban Chestnut Grove Brewery & Bierhall, 4465 Manchester Ave., The Grove, St. Louis, Missouri, 314.222.0143, urbanchestnut.com
West End Grill and Pub
Every Friday during Lent, head to West End Grill and Pub for a couple of different fish specials. Choose from a fish and chips plate with breaded cod, or go for shellfish with a bowl of crawfish bisque. You can find this special from 4 to 10pm at the restaurant. (Photo courtesy of West End Grill and Pub)
West End Grill & Pub, 354 N. Boyle Ave., Central West End, St. Louis, 314.531.4607, westendgrillandpub.com
Winslow's Table
Winslow's Table has entered the fried fish game. The Beer Battered Haddock Sandwich is made with crispy fried haddock, American cheese and tartar sauce on a brioche bun. Catch this sandwich during lunch Wednesdays through Fridays and during dinner on Fridays. (Photo courtesy of Winslow's Table)
Winslow's Table, 7213 Delmar Blvd., University City, Missouri, 314.725.7559, winslowstable.com
Yellowbelly
Yellowbelly isn't offering your usual fried fish special this Lent. The restaurant's lobster taquitos, made with poblano crema, smoked tomato and chihuahua crisps, will be on special on Fridays until Easter. But that's not your only option; Yellowbelly offers a wide variety of other fish options, so feel free to explore down-menu. (Photo courtesy of Yellowbelly)
Yellowbelly, 4659 Lindell Blvd., Central West End, St. Louis, Missouri, 314.499.1509, yellowbellystl.com
Kasey Carlson
Assistant Editor
Kasey Carlson is the assistant editor of Feast Magazine. She loves to cook, is obsessed with plants and is on a quest to try every bao she can find.
