It’s officially fish fry season in Cincinnati! Many people enjoy this popular dish all year long, but the arrival of Lent certainly cranks up the cravings for a good fish sandwich. There are dozens of opportunities to get your fill on fish over the next few weeks (and beyond), so we’ve rounded up a list of the seven best fish sandwiches you’ll find throughout the Queen City. Most of these restaurants have the sandwiches on the menu all year long, so add them to your Cincinnati dining list, because they are hands down the best.

1. Bridgetown Finer Meats
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This is the one place on our list that only offers their fish during Lent, but if you ask any westsider where to get the best fish sandwich during the season, most will point you directly to Bridgetown Finer Meats. This butcher shop and market is always a popular spot, but Fridays during Lent are downright crazy. Bridgetown’s huge and perfectly fried fish sandwich is so worth the wait.

Learn more about Bridgetown Finer Meats' fabulous fish on their website here.
2. Alabama Fish Bar
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No matter the time of year, you can enjoy the legendary fish n' chips at Alabama Fish Bar on Race Street. Their menu is short and oh-so-sweet, and you can choose from three types of fish, all of which are perfectly fried. Since each dinner comes with two slices of bread, you can easily turn this into a sandwich, but it's scrumptious no matter how you enjoy it.

Learn more about Alabama Fish Bar in our previous article here.
3. Arthur's Cafe
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Arthur's Cafe, with locations in Hyde Park and Anderson, may be known for its burgers, but the fish here is also legendary. The beer-battered cod is fried to perfection, and if you get the sandwich version on marble rye, you may never order a burger again.

Find out more about Arthur's on its website here.
4. Frisch's Big Boy
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Frisch's has many iconic menu items, and one of them is the tasty fish sandwich. Nothing pairs better with their famous tartar sauce, and enjoying one with a side of fries, some veggie soup, and a fountain Coke is basically a Cincinnati tradition.

Learn more about Frisch's Big Boy and its Cincinnati roots in our previous article here.
5. Incline Public House
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Elevate your fish sandwich experience with the Fried Cod creation at Incline Public House. Perfectly topped and served up with unmatched views of Cincinnati, this sandwich is one of many mouthwatering seafood options on their menu.

Find out more about this lovely restaurant and its fish sandwich on its website here.
6. Jim & Jack's on the River
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Jim & Jack's on Route 50 is known as a lively nightclub, but it's actually hiding a delicious secret. Live it up with some great live music, and then order the famous "Codfather" fish dinner from the menu. This meal is a hidden gem and available for your enjoyment all year long.

Plan a visit to Jim & Jack's and check out the restaurant’s website here.
7. Greyhound Tavern
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We wrap up our list with one of the best restaurants in Northern Kentucky and their outstanding cod sandwich. Greyhound Tavern is known for its fried chicken, but the fried cod sandwich deserves just as much attention. Also, don't leave without ordering some of the mouthwatering onion rings!

Learn more about this timeless restaurant in our previous article here.

What do you think of our list of the best of the best? What other fish sandwiches would you add? Give your favorite local fish fry a shout out in the comments!

And if you’d like a round up of some of the best fish fries to check out this Lenten season, take a look at our previous article from last year here.

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