When you think of the best food in Kentucky, many delicious choices come to mind, but one of them may not be seafood. As a landlocked state, Kentucky is not known for its fresh seafood, but there is one legendary restaurant in a small town in southern Kentucky that is famous for its incredible catfish. Harper’s Catfish in Scottsville has some of the best fried catfish in the south, and you’ll be shocked to find it right here in Kentucky.

Located in the tiny town of Scottsville, not far from the Tennessee border, Harper's Catfish has been delighting tastebuds for more than 30 years.
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The menu is actually quite large and visitors rave about the portion size and affordability. The menu has likely changed since the one shown above, but it is very similar in both options and pricing today. You can enjoy everything from burgers to sandwiches to breakfast.
But it's the seafood options and especially the fried catfish that keeps everyone coming back again and again.
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The strips of perfectly seasoned and fried catfish are piled atop a mound of fries and hush puppies. You can also choose to get a gigantic baked potato instead, and you get a trip to the salad bar or a serving of their homemade coleslaw.
This legendary restaurant is known for its catfish, but there is much more to love.
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The site now includes an antique and flea market, so you can search for hidden treasure after you've filled your belly with tasty catfish.
Harper's Catfish does not look like much from the outside and the inside is a bit of a step back in time, but that only adds to the appeal.
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The food, relaxed neighborhood atmosphere and of course, arguably the best catfish in the south, will have you planning a trip back to Scottsville as soon as possible.

Harper’s Catfish is a legend in Kentucky and will surely continue to satisfy locals and visitors for years to come. Have you sought out this hidden gem? Any other similar places in Kentucky we should check out? Let us know in the comments!

Harper’s Catfish is located at 3085 Old Gallatin Rd., Scottsville, KY 42164. If you have any questions or want to confirm their hours, give them a call at (270) 622-7557. Keep in mind, they only take cash!

And for more mouthwatering restaurants in Kentucky, check out our previous article here.

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