Hot Fish House

Reviews

• EB

  Eugenia Bolton

  2 days ago
  2.0
  We decided to give Hot Fish House a try despite seeing some mixed reviews because the website mentioned Gullah Geechee/Southern-style food, so I just knew the food was about to be GOOD. Unfortunately, our experience was definitely more of a miss than a hit. We ordered the large seafood platter for about $40, which came with fried catfish, shrimp, oysters, and fries. We also ordered lemon pepper and buffalo wings for about $20, plus the banana pudding. Our total was around $66. The first thing that caught my attention was how quickly the food came out. We waited less than 10 minutes, and as soon as they brought it to the table I told my husband, “There is no way all of this was fried fresh that fast.” Unfortunately, once we started eating, I felt like I was right. The catfish was seasoned really well, and I could tell it probably would have been delicious if it had been freshly fried. The shrimp was alright, but the fries that came with the seafood platter were burnt and tasted like they had been cooked in old grease. Overall, a lot of the fried food just didn't have that fresh, hot, crispy taste you expect when you're paying $40 for a seafood platter. The wings were okay, but again, freshness would have made a HUGE difference. Now, the banana pudding surprised me because it didn't have actual banana pieces in it, which I personally loved 😂, but it was very soggy and had a strong cinnamon/spice flavor. I'm not sure exactly what was in it, but it wasn't quite what I expected from banana pudding. I will give them credit for the atmosphere and decor. The restaurant has personality! I loved the red, black and white theme, the checkered floors, the umbrellas hanging from the ceiling, the greenery, and all of the unique touches. The fire truck and Hot Fish House vehicles outside were really cool too. You can tell someone put thought into creating the brand and atmosphere. I did notice several flies flying around inside, though, which wasn't pleasant while we were eating. Unfortunately, we ended up throwing away most of the food, which was disappointing after spending $66. Maybe we came at the wrong time or caught them on an off day because I can see the potential. The seasoning was there, especially on the catfish. I truly think if everything had been dropped fresh when ordered, our experience could have been completely different. For me, this place may be a hit or miss depending on the day/time you go. I read the negative reviews beforehand and still wanted to give them a fair chance and form my own opinion. Based on this experience, I don't think we'll return, but I genuinely wish the owners and staff the best and hope they find a formula that works consistently because the concept, atmosphere, and potential are definitely there.
• JK

  Joseph King

  2 days ago
  5.0
  Everything was great except the jumnblya, but the seafood platter was perfect. Cat fish was great , fried oyster were amazing an my wife loveed the shrimp. Definitely coming back
• BL

  Bob Lewis

  Aug 11, 2026
  5.0
  The food was excellent. We happened to come on "All you can eat fish night" we didn't know about the special, but the owner went above and beyond and gave me an extra couple of pieces of fish since it was the first time there! Thank you and we look forward to visiting again!
• TW

  Tenney W

  Aug 5, 2026
  1.0
  For me to drive all the way from Auburn WA to patronize a black owned business and pay over 40 dollars please get my order right waited for 30 min as is all be jucause something wrong with the paper machine ordered chicken and they gave me catfish!!! Service was nice but order was wrong!! Then they dont answer the phone!!! It was hot i just wanted to go go home!!! I think they are to busy to run the restaurant on Wednesday and do the all you can eat fish they paid more attention to those that was getting th a their belly full of fish then the ones who actually ordered food to go they missed the mark.
• NS

  nikki Speed

  Jul 31, 2026
  1.0
  Ok so we must of went a year or 2 ago and it’s when they 1st opened so I tried to give them a chance and go again and think maybe it got better knowing they been there long enough. To have better service and better everything and it’s not they took Long with our food how 3 people that ordered after me they food done before ours the food was salty still my husband ordered pork chops and fries that was dry and small very thin and no taste. Pics tell it all I ordered shrimp and grits and that was salty salty they fried up some small shrimp that was horrible that will be the last we goin there I didn’t even say a thing and see. Other people complaining who ever owns it needs to really read the reviews cause maybe it will help if he listens to people and there reviews

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