By Eric Miller
Big Fish is a big deal in downtown Grapevine. I stopped in for the first time this past week and to make it simple, I shouldn’t have waited so long.
Big Fish is pretty much located in the center of the Main Street shopping strip in a brick-fronted building with large windows. More often than not you’ll see a crowd inside, but there’s plenty of seating and long waits don’t appear to often be an issue. Plus there’s a bar with lots of cold drinks that go great with seafood.
I asked the waitress what the specials were. It turned out to be fish tacos and blackened redfish. I didn’t have either, but notice from online reviews that both are well-liked. Other popular recommendations include the buffalo shrimp appetizer and the coconut salmon. One reviewer claims the catfish are the closest to those to be had in Louisiana without being there. The oysters are also mentioned frequently as is the fact the drink prices are very reasonable.
I’m a big fan of fish and chips and the last time I ordered it at a bar in Dallas the result wasn’t so good. I also have had mixed results at the famous Chip Shop in Brooklyn. The waitress at Big Fish brought out two generous-sized portions of cod, cooked just right (flaky, not chewy) with waffle fries and hush puppies. Washed down with a Texas-brewed Shiner Boch, I just couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Happy Hour is Monday thru Friday 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. There’s live music every Wednesday and Saturday evenings and should it be cool enough when you visit, you might try the outdoor patio.
For information call (817) 481-2010