Best Fried Catfish in Jacksonville

4 restaurant menus in United States, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Smokin Buns Bbq
Smokin Buns Bbq
84/100 (1832 ratings)
Restaurants
Barbecue
American
American
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Pork
Seafood for Two
Piggy Pie
Pulled Pork
Big Butt Pork Plate
Fried Mushrooms
Fried Catfish
Jumbo Chopped Pork BBQ Sandwich w Slaw Smoking Sauce 'Hot'
Fried Green Tomatoes
Sandwiches
Hoss Sandwich
Baked Beans
Burger
Sausage and Ribs Dinner
Peanut Butter Brownie
BBQ Nachos
Shrimp
Fish and Chips
Salad
BBQ Baked Potato
Ribs
Nachos
Toasts
Barbecue Sandwich
Catfish and Shrimp Platter
Crawfish
Smoked Sausage Plate
Catfish
Chips and Cheese Dip
Fish
2 Meat Platter
Sit down
American
Barbecue
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Food and service was great. I don't recommend eating here if you still have things you want to get done. Because they give you lots of food. ..."
GDSTUFF78
"I think I just had the best BBQ Nachos ever, the order to go was huge took me 2 days to eat it all can’t wait to tu it again. It’s a long drive..."
Esther Echegollen
"My husband an I ate here today, the food an service was wonderful. We split a appetizer 1/2 fried pickles an 1/2 fried mushrooms, They were perfectly..."
Sonya Jones
"Very fast service. Friendly & attentive waitress, even though it was 6:15 on a Fri evening & busy. Food served hot. Food very good. I had the 2 piece..."
Lisa Graves
"We love this restaurant. Always great bbq and fun atmosphere. We always make a point to stop in when we're in town. My favorite is the pulled pork..."
K Miller
"Thank you.. for the amazing customer service. The food was amazing also.. I'm here visiting from Bismark North Dakota.. I'm hoping to vist at one..."
Annette Johnson
"Kindind of a hidden gem. A bit of a drive from Conway, bet we'll worth it. Brisket is as close to Texas style around--lean, cooked correctly and..."
Steve France
Copeland's Of New Orleans
Copeland's Of New Orleans
80/100 (5808 ratings)
Restaurants
Cajun & Creole
Seafood
American
Cajun & Creole
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Jazzy Wings
Crawfish
Copeland Burger
Eggplant
Catfish
Shrimp and Crawfish Etouffee
Etouffee
Chicken Parmesan with Chilled Chicken
Pasta
Po' Boys
Crab Stuffed Catfish Bordelaise
Salad
Bananas Foster
Big Al's Chocolate Fudge Cake
Wings
Red Beans and Rice
Spicy Herb Fried Chicken
Crab
Cakes
Salmon
Crab Cake
Pesto
Shrimp and Grits
Fish
Bananas Foster
Sandwiches
Cocktails
Crab Cake
Jambalaya Pasta
Burger
Sangria
Omelette
Catfish Platter
seafood platter
Waffles
Sunday Brunch Buffet
Crab Stuffed Beignets
Shrimp
Fried Catfish
Cheesecakes
Crabcakes & Shrimp Alfredo
Beef
Jambalaya
Hot Crab Claws
Beignets
Sit down
American
Seafood
Cajun & Creole
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Brunch
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Mid-range
"What an excellent place for a Cajun meal! We had the crab stuffed beignets and they were just amazing ... crispy on the outside but soft on the..."
Emily C
"Came here when I first learned I was lactose intolerant and the waiter and cook made sure to accommodate my dish by cooking it with oil instead of..."
Kimberly Maria
"I've only been here once and from what I remember, it was really good. Since its on the more expensive side of town, it's a higher price range, but..."
Dianna Milton
"Honestly, I was a little nervous to come here based on some of the reviews but we had a great meal. Kayla was our server and she was amazing - always..."
Tammy
"I loved it !!!! We had the crawfish bread for an appetizer, which tasted amazing along with a regular size portion of jazzy wings (regular portion..."
ToughestCritic
"Great food for the price!. Two can dine here for about $30-$40, so the prices are fine. Each time we dine here, we leave with to-go boxes. The food..."
Mr. Kennedy
"Bow Tie Pasta. Just..."
Ashley
"Worth it. I'm new in town. Landing at Copeland's was like hitting the lotto food jackpot. I went about two weeks ago. I ordered the crabcake thin..."
Pisay86
"Ate here yesterday and food was alright, service was good. May take my husband see what he..."
Faye Williams
"This was my 1st visit to Copeland's and I will be back. We were seated quickly, our server was very helpful & patient. The food was not only was..."
SPBarron
"Their food is amazing! The shrimp ducky and the eggplant Perot is soon good! Their bananas foster is delicious! I also love their wood grilled..."
Faith King
"Worth A Visit. Went to Copeland's with a group of co-workers for a department lunch. Had the Shrimp Creole and it had plenty of shrimp and sauce over..."
Kerry
"Great Food.... I love this resteraunt! They have the best white chocolate bread pudding ever!! I also love the eggplant dishes! The past few times I..."
Amy Fey Horne
"What a terrific buffet. There was a great variety of choices to please everyone. Don't miss the peel and eat shrimp or the bread pudding. Can't wait..."
David Dishaw
"Food is awesome! On the weekends this place is normally packed so you may need to call ahead for a reservation but well worth..."
06subie_wrx
"They were on their A-game when I went recently. My server was very attentive and the food was great. Definitely a bit pricey, but th heavenly white..."
Poabear
"Ok food Ok service. I was not drawn back , I felt all the food was average and the service was average and the meal was pricey , the parking lot..."
Big Joe
"My favorite restaurant. I'm not sure if some of the other reviewers ate at the same place. I eat at Copeland's frequently and always find the food..."
Maddog
"Copeland's is awesome, but not cheap! As someone who used to live in the Big Easy, I can tell you that Copeland's food is as close as it gets to real..."
Terry Moose Cusack
"Cajun Done Right. Copeland's is Cajun food done right. There are several different menu item that i could think of that bring back "good eats"..."
CRStaley
"Food Great, Service Not So Much. The food was really good, however, their wait staff was very slow and not very..."
Classic
"Copelands rocks my taint..."
Lucas
"My family came to visit me and we love New Orleans styled (cajun) food!  The first restaurant that came to mind was Copeland's , so I knew I had to..."
Trice
"Nice atmosphere. Came for my friend’s celebration. Our server was nice. Although they forgot a couple of our drinks and appetizers. And they gave..."
PhatGyrlSnoop
"Me: Eggplant Perouges pasta dish was delicious and cooked perfectly. Him: Fire roasted chicken with mashed yams was great. But, should have opted for..."
Melissa Calvillo
"So this evening I decided to have copelands delivered. Not many quality dishes travel well in my opinion but I ordered 2 dishes. Tomato Basil..."
Joe Schmoe
"Starting from the hostess to the waitress and chef the food had great taste, plenty to choose from. The place was nicely arranged and they had plenty..."
Nollan Zevallos
"Food is a signature New Orleans flavor, crawfish on point, shrimp overcooked though, banana foster French toast 😋, daiquiri keeps you cool, or..."
Theresa King
"I always love going to this restaurant..Their drinks are on point. I didn’t see my usual plate so I never had catfish so I gave it a try it was the..."
Michelle Garica
"Copelands is always a positive dining experience for us. It has consistently excellent service, knowledge waitstaff, and delectable food. The menu is..."
Noel Lovell-Moore
"It was awesome. There was a gentleman playing the guitar and he sang me happy birthday and then the waiter wrote happy birthday in Carmel on the..."
Tracey Bechtel
"We always come here when in Jacksonville after the games. I love the blackened salmon, and my husband loves the red beans and rice with chicken..."
nautress orr
"I definitely recommend for a weekend brunch. Very friendly and accommodating staff. The food was delicious. I went on a Saturday, they had an..."
Matthew Hoover
"This was my 1st time at Copelands and I wasn't disappointed. The food was good and fresh, drinks were strong and delicious and our server was..."
R W.
"BRUNCH is a MUST !! Sunday was great suggest get there before noon. Food was amazing great flavors. Was totally surprised. Costs $32 includes tax for..."
Tiana
"First time here. The outside of the building looks old style New Orleans. The oysters were delicious. The food came out hot and fresh. I had the..."
Ms. Duchess
"The food was delicious and the service was excellent! Our waitress was so nice in helping us navigate the menu and answered every question in great..."
Shantell Darby
Chicken Country
Chicken Country
75/100 (903 ratings)
Restaurants
American
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Corn on the Cob
Frog Legs
Chicken Fried Steak
Baked Chicken and Cabbage
Dumplings
Single Chicken Breast
Fried chicken
Gizzards
Fried Catfish
American
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"The food is amazing. My husband got chicken breast and leg, mashed potatoes and gravy, and potato wedges. I got Cajun popcorn chicken and Mexican..."
Heather Stopa
"Always the best food, and served with a smile. Our favorite place to..."
Mandy Harrell
"This is the BEST catfish ever! And the beans and greens are heaven! Worth the trip from New Jersey!..."
Samuel Hunt
"Absolutely the best gizzards around. ���. Everything else is really good also. But in the end I get the gizzards..."
Michelle Hammer
"This is one of my all time favorite places to eat. Lots of good memories..."
Ida Golden
"The best every time Bridgett and the guys work hard to keep up the quality and it shows. Do not forget the brisket on Saturday and Monday it is the..."
Jack Brickell
"Chicken country has been in this community for years! Always been a great place to eat! Fast service and friendly atmosphere ! Sunday's, Tuesday's ,..."
Kim Grigsby
"Good food and good people!! They have a variety of food. Yummy..."
Ginger James Marshall
"Over the last 7 years that I have been eating here, I have now had at least one serving of every item on the menu. All of it has been very delicious...."
Tommy Basden
"Delicious!! I had the chicken strips. Best chicken strips I've had in a..."
Connie Jeffery Sides
"Fried chicken don't get no better than this! It's Country Boy Loaded!!! Don't forget those pinto beans!..."
Greg Peters
"Amazing Fried Chicken!. I have to say that Chicken Country may have the best fried chicken I've ever eaten. The meat was very moist and tasted great...."
Cody Slyter
"Favorite friday spot!! Chicken and dumplings are comparable to my mom's!! Mashed potatoes and white gravy, fried okra, and peach cobbler are my..."
Trish
"Don't waste your money on any other chicken place. With our party of 4 we tasted a little of everything from their cafeteria style buffet. Everything..."
TravelingTaster
"Oh my! I love this place! Southern food at it's best! This place has been there a while now. Buttered rolls and two kinds of cornbread made several..."
CupcakeRN
"Home cooking, great prices, hot rolls and peach cobbler!. Real home cooking with quick and friendly service. Have tried the popcorn chicken, baked..."
RKS
"Good gizzards. Well seasoned chicken and gizzards good veggies and rolls. good prices i prefer it to any of the chain places. If it's busy check your..."
Wayne
"Down-home, Southern cooking with a full choice of vegetables (yes, tasty vegetables) and other sides. Try the peach cobbler. Try the pecan pie...."
Eileen Mulcahy Feldman
"I left this draft post in my BlackBerry and thought I ought to finish it. We ran across Chicken Country after visiting nearby Little Rock Air Force..."
Bill Hensley
"This place is very popular in the area for the chicken and livers. The food is very good but uou will be paying for the quality of the food and..."
#Lawrence #Hammersley
"I love this place. The food is good and the service is always great. I might go again..."
Brandon Ready
"Best place around to get good, fried chicken livers. They're always fresh and never over cooked like most places. The rolls must be homemade because..."
Michelle Hastings
"excellent customer service excellent food my only issue. Was $30 for this sure I had some great food some of the best food I've ever ate but I don't..."
Bob The Voice Gilbert
"It was really good food and tasted fresh. Loved the chicken and the chicken gizzards. Cole slaw was good too! Great service. A bit more expensive..."
Shannon yowell
Crystal River Seafood Restaurant
Crystal River Seafood Restaurant
71/100 (2421 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Seafood
American
Seafood
Dinner
Lunch
Frog Legs
Peanut Butter Pie
Stuffed Flounder
Gator Bites
Snow Crab Legs
Shrimp
Fried Corn on the Cob
Shrimp Dip
Coconut Shrimp
Crab
River Seafood
Stuffed Mushrooms
Crawfish
Side Clam Strips
Fried Mushrooms
Catfish
Hand-Cut 12 Oz Ribeye with Shrimp 33 98 with Lobster Tail 35 98
Fish
Fried Catfish
Fried Green Tomatoes
Crab cakes
Apple Sauce
New England Clam Chowder
Cole Slaw
Shrimp Salad
Sit down
Seafood
American
Accepts Visa
Seating
Accepts American Express
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Discover
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Television
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"We highly recommend this restaurant for large groups and if you have one, recommend asking for Lisa as your server. We had a welcome home party for..."
Dawn Marie Lane
"Amazing quality seafood and super friendly staff at an affirdable price! We will be..."
Samantha Brooke Crickmore
"Friendly people, waitress very attentive, food always good. We always go back for more, good good shrimp, hush puppies are..."
Charlene Schoolfield-walker
"Always good food nice waitress atmosphere is good love it thanks..."
Teresa Smith-Coleman
"I've been visiting this location for years. My favorite waitress is Amanda! She knows what I'm going to order all the way down to the sides lol. I'm..."
Simica Korean Barbie Graham
"My waiter was really a cool guy checking on me and reminded me the gator tail lol my first time eating it 🤣 it honestly taste like chicken nuggets..."
Tonie Hilton
"Tasty seafood and a nice ambiance with wood decorum. USA theme sporting the red, white and blue! Loved the clam chowder (smooth not grainy), fried..."
Melissa Jedlicka
"Amazing food from start to finish. The gator tail was seasoned to perfection. The cinnamon butter for the sweet potato fries were addictive. The..."
Mike J. Watt Jr.
"This place has great food, wish it was cheaper though. Prices have gone up a great deal just as any other place, but we still like it. Hope they get..."
Kim Williams
"Jimmy and Crystal was great. Monday nite seafood all you can eat snow crab legs and fried shrimp was excellent. My family and I celebrated my grand..."
Pam Freeman
"Food was great but a bit salty, however service was wonderful. Atmosphere was calm an classic friendly staff, and appetizers were great. Definitely..."
xxOVERUNxx
"New bench seats throughout have cleaned up the look. Free appetizer of seafood spread and crackers remains a hit. Fried Oysters are plentiful but a..."
CB Garrette
"This was very wonderful experience... waitress was wonderful getting all of our food out in a timely manner no mistakes very professional and the..."
Jessica Warner
"My first time at this restaurant. No trouble parking , many places to park. Promptly seated, the waitress informed us of daily specials along with..."
Carrie Wells
"Always great customer service takeout or dine-in. Large size portions at a reasonable price. Food is tasty and always fresh cooked to order. I..."
Review Critic
"Excellent quality food at a price comparable to any other local casual seafood restaurant. Their seafood dip is still one of the best highlights of..."
Harry Wietrzykowski II
"Crystal River Seafood in Jacksonville is a seafood lover's paradise. The restaurant's inviting ambiance, coupled with the freshest catch and expert..."
Santos Mendez
"This was crab night all you can eat. Everything was wonderful including our server name Gail she was awesome. They only have crab night once a month..."
Lawrence Glenn
"The food was good and tasty. Compared to the last 2 seafood places, it was about 4 to 5 over price for the..."
Dabbs McInnis
"A-ma-zing!! 10/10 seafood resturaunt in my book. THIS is a hidden gem in our city. The food is phenominal and not too pricey! They can get busy on..."
Aaron Herrick
"Other than 'specific' employees acting hauty it was a great atmosphere. The hush puppies, gator tail, and Mahi was great! Crab cakes were undercooked..."
Stephanie Sandels
"Food is excellent and price is very good . Just need to refresh parking lot as it looks rough , same as signs by roads , one sign on Wesconnett side..."
Don Tapper