HOUSTON – Lent is here and that means meatless Fridays for those among us who observe the season -- or just really like fried fish and seafood.
In the Houston area, you definitely aren’t in want of options as the world marks Lent ahead of Easter.
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What is Lent?
Lent is the period of observance for Christians that begins on Ash Wednesday -- six and a half weeks before Easter -- providing a 40-day period for fasting and abstinence in imitation of Jesus Christ’s fasting in the wilderness before he began his public ministry.
During this time, Catholics and other Christians choose to give up specific pleasures, such as sweets, alcohol, or social media, as a way to foster simplicity and self-control, using their cravings or desires for these items as a reminder to pray and to refocus on spiritual matters. (Thanks Britannica for the help on that definition. Here’s more if you’re so inclined to take a deep dive into Lent and its history.)
But about that fried fish...
Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are Lenten fast days, but -- and this is an important BUT -- many Catholics also observe a meatless fast on Fridays during Lent. That means fish -- fried fish (and other seafood) -- galore.
Whether you’re a person who honors Lent or not, you might find this season pretty tasty.
These are some of the options KPRC 2 viewers suggested and those we found interesting around town. Let us know your favorite spots in the comments and we could include your picks in an update on this article.
Without further ado --
Best places to try for fried fish in Houston for Lent
Lenten Fridays at CtR Knights of Columbus Fish Fry
- 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall
- Annual Fish Fry! Plates are $10 for adults and $6 for children. Choose from fish or shrimp and a variety of sides. You can dine-in or make a to-go order.
- The Ladies Auxiliary will be hosting a bake sale every Friday with delicious treats for sale. Proceeds benefit this ministry and their efforts to serve the CtR community.
- KPRC 2 viewer Beth Finklea wrote: “Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church in Cypress has a great Friday night fish/shrimp fry on Friday nights during Lent. You can eat there or get plates to go.”
- Location: 11507 Huffmeister Road Houston, 77065
Knights of Columbus St. Edith Stein Catholic Church
- Fridays during Lent, not Good Friday, 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
- Location: 3311 N Fry Rd, Katy, Texas 77449
Knights of Columbus Council 6878 KOFC Humble Fish Fry
- Fridays, Feb. 24 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., weekly on Friday, until April 1, 2023
- Location: 110 Isaacks Rd. Humble, Texas 77338
Knights of Columbus Council 14700
- Fish and shrimp for your meatless Fridays during Lent. Adult fried fish dinners are $14, fried shrimp dinners are $18, fish and shrimp combos are $16. Kids plates are $6.
- Desserts provided by the Catholic Daughters of the the Americas are $2 per slice
- Fridays, Feb. 24, 5:30-7 p.m. Drive-thru pick-up only, Fridays, March 3-31, 5:30 p.m. -7 p.m. dine-in at the school and drive-thru pick-up
- Location: St. Michael Catholic School 1833 Sage Road, Houston, 77057
Knights of Columbus Council 10861 Spring, Texas
- Fish Fry Dinners begin Friday, Feb. 24, 5 p.m.
- Fried catfish, fried cod, baked tilapia, various sides - two pieces of fish $10, one piece of fish $8
- Location: McGivney Hall, 110 Isaacks Rd, Humble, TX 77338
Knights of Columbus, All Saints Catholic Community
- Four Fridays in Lent, 5 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Good Friday, 3 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
- Fish and Shrimp and combo plates available with several sides, dessert and drink for $12
- Location: All Saints Parish Hall, 215 E. 10th St., Houston, 77008
Knights of Columbus Council 9201, St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church
- Fried fish, french fries, hushpuppies, corn on the cob and iced tea, $12 a plate, homemade desserts available for purchase from the Catholic Daughters
- Dine-in or take out.
- Hours are 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Six Fridays during Lent. Not open Good Friday
- Location: 11111 Hall Rd. 77089
From our comments section:
Knights of Columbus 16218 at St. Christopher Catholic Church
1621 Park Place Houston $10.00 Plates 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m.
Restaurants
Mel’s Country Cafe - “Great catfish,” Janet Bellamy said on Facebook.
Whataburger’s Whatacatch Sandwich
The Original Rib Tickler - ‘Great fried catfish. ... Do NOT forget to (get) the tartar sauce.”
Union Kitchen’s fish & chips on Ella - Robert on Click2Houston.com
“The Station Seafood on Highway 6, south of 290. Best seafood I have found in a LONG time. Good prices, killer gumbo, and a super friendly owner. (Don’t hate him because he played for the Cowboys. He’s a good dude.)” -- Rick in TX
We know we’re not done! There are plenty of other great places out there. Want your favorite place for fish during Lent to be included? Leave a comment and we could include your event in an update on this story.