We had an amazing time at The Catfish Place!Me and my friends came down to Florida from Canada, we got a recommendation from Andrew at Gatorland to come to the Catfish Place for true, authentic, Floridian Cuisine. And boy did it exceed expectations!Delicious and perfectly fried Catfish, Gator, Frog Legs, Oysters, Clams, Shrimp, Okra and Hush Puppies. Complimented by hand made sauces, sides, and freshly made coleslaw. Truly delicious!Futhermore, my sister is celiac, we weren't aware that the restaurant was a fried food place till we got there. She was incredibly worried about cross contamination, but she was able to eat her fill without any stomach issues! Genuinely so impressed with the staffs attention to our dietary concern. They fried all her food in cornmeal, and it was just as delicious as our gluten-filled food!Thank you so much to Rachel for her amazing service, and thank you for getting us our Floridian Poutine! (We've been telling everyone about it)If you want the true Florida experience, go to The Catfish Place immediately!!!Dietary restrictions: We were able to have my severely celiac sister eat here without concern!! Truly impressive for a fried food place!
The food is so bland. This isn’t what we were expecting with all the good reviews. The service was okay. Their slogan is “where the locals eat”… yeah, the locals from 1973 when the place opened no doubt, seems to me the elderly community in St Cloud is a big fan, which must account for the tasteless food, much like the cafeteria at your local nursing home. Some seasoning would have been nice.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Dan Marks
I had the bone in fingerling catfish bone in they were very very good it was all you can eat get the coleslaw it's to die for sweet potatoes are awesome as well everything is good at The Catfish
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish, Hush Puppies
Bruno V
Best seafood around!!!
Magdaliz Cruz
It was nice and the food was ok. We went because my husband loves sea food but in my opinion, there was a lack of flavor. I ordered a chicken breast because I don't eat sea food and had a fish aftertaste. My husband said most of the food was bland
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Rafael Flores
While visiting family in Florida, we decided to take a tour on an air boat. That took us to St Cloud FL. While on the tour the employees suggested a visit to the Catfish Place for lunch. A quick search showed the possibility of turtle and alligator in the menu. I was slightly disappointed to hear they no longer had turtle in the menu although they had a few posters indicating they served it. After ordering and getting our food the disappointment vanished as we had a feast of fried alligator, scallops, catfish and grouper, with different sides including sweet potato fries, coleslaw, regular fries and mashed potatoes with gravy. The restaurant was busy even at 2pm when we were there on a weekday. Service was great and portions and flavor were awesome. Unlike other places I've been before, each fried item had a different breading batter thus clearly different flavors. We are glad the employees at Wild Willie suggested this restaurant.
A must stop when in this area. Food is delicious and staff is very friendly.Parking: Plenty of parking is available.Kid-friendliness: Crayons and coloring is offered. Nice kids menu.Wheelchair accessibility: Easy to get wheelchair in and no steps.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish, Fried Green Tomatoes, Hush Puppies, Cole Slaw
Jack Roskind
First time visit was 30 March 2024 for dinner. Ordered fried okra for appetizer, I gave the food rating 4 stars due to the okra having been frozen and the majority of the pieces were not hot.Ordered fried catfish, cod, shrimp and all of these were brought out warm and delicious. Coleslaw was one of the best slaws I have eaten.Overall, the restaurant was clean, service was very good and everyone there knew everyone else. I really enjoyed the overall experience. I will certainly return.
It's one of my favorite restaurantsEach time I travel 192 West!Catfish Place! Great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish
Debby Mays
The service was perfect! We had the 2 for $25.99 Mon. - Wed. Sweet tea always reminds me of Tennessee. We love the shrimp & catfish combo, cold slaw, hush puppies, cheese grits, okra & don't forget the blackberry cobbler & vanilla ice cream to take home. Over the top & leftovers for the next day.Vegetarian options: Soups, salads, all kinds of vegetables, cornbread, hush puppies, fried green tomatoes, beans, cheese sticks so much to choose fromParking: Lots of parking handicapped too. Easy in & out no waiting most of the timeKid-friendliness: All children welcomeWheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair ♿️ ? walker friendly
Steak was just okay. It's my fault for ordering a steak at a catfish joint.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Key Lime Pie, Gator Bites, Clams, Fresh Catfish, Fish, Gumbo, Lobster, Hush Puppies
We had an amazing time at The Catfish Place!Me and my friends came down to Florida from Canada, we got a recommendation from Andrew at Gatorland to come to the Catfish Place for true, authentic, Floridian Cuisine. And boy did it exceed expectations!Delicious and perfectly fried Catfish, Gator, Frog Legs, Oysters, Clams, Shrimp, Okra and Hush Puppies. Complimented by hand made sauces, sides, and freshly made coleslaw. Truly delicious!Futhermore, my sister is celiac, we weren't aware that the restaurant was a fried food place till we got there. She was incredibly worried about cross contamination, but she was able to eat her fill without any stomach issues! Genuinely so impressed with the staffs attention to our dietary concern. They fried all her food in cornmeal, and it was just as delicious as our gluten-filled food!Thank you so much to Rachel for her amazing service, and thank you for getting us our Floridian Poutine! (We've been telling everyone about it)If you want the true Florida experience, go to The Catfish Place immediately!!!Dietary restrictions: We were able to have my severely celiac sister eat here without concern!! Truly impressive for a fried food place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gator Tail, Fried Clams, Cheese Grits, Gator Bites, Clams, Fresh Catfish, Fish, Gator, Catfish Dinner, Hush Puppies, Cole Slaw
What a great cafe. Generous portions. Staff are top notch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Clams, Fish, Gator, Catfish Dinner, Hush Puppies
The food is so bland. This isn’t what we were expecting with all the good reviews. The service was okay. Their slogan is “where the locals eat”… yeah, the locals from 1973 when the place opened no doubt, seems to me the elderly community in St Cloud is a big fan, which must account for the tasteless food, much like the cafeteria at your local nursing home. Some seasoning would have been nice.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
I had the bone in fingerling catfish bone in they were very very good it was all you can eat get the coleslaw it's to die for sweet potatoes are awesome as well everything is good at The Catfish
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish, Hush Puppies
Best seafood around!!!
It was nice and the food was ok. We went because my husband loves sea food but in my opinion, there was a lack of flavor. I ordered a chicken breast because I don't eat sea food and had a fish aftertaste. My husband said most of the food was bland
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
While visiting family in Florida, we decided to take a tour on an air boat. That took us to St Cloud FL. While on the tour the employees suggested a visit to the Catfish Place for lunch. A quick search showed the possibility of turtle and alligator in the menu. I was slightly disappointed to hear they no longer had turtle in the menu although they had a few posters indicating they served it. After ordering and getting our food the disappointment vanished as we had a feast of fried alligator, scallops, catfish and grouper, with different sides including sweet potato fries, coleslaw, regular fries and mashed potatoes with gravy. The restaurant was busy even at 2pm when we were there on a weekday. Service was great and portions and flavor were awesome. Unlike other places I've been before, each fried item had a different breading batter thus clearly different flavors. We are glad the employees at Wild Willie suggested this restaurant.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gator, Hush Puppies, Cole Slaw
Only place I'll go for seafood!! Staff are so pleasant! I highly recommend coming here for great seafood in a friendly environment!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious food's only downside is the dining area is always full of people. Not only dining but waiting to pick up as well.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fresh Corn on the Cob, Steak, Hush Puppies
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It was okay.. I wish it had more flavor.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
A must stop when in this area. Food is delicious and staff is very friendly.Parking: Plenty of parking is available.Kid-friendliness: Crayons and coloring is offered. Nice kids menu.Wheelchair accessibility: Easy to get wheelchair in and no steps.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish, Fried Green Tomatoes, Hush Puppies, Cole Slaw
First time visit was 30 March 2024 for dinner. Ordered fried okra for appetizer, I gave the food rating 4 stars due to the okra having been frozen and the majority of the pieces were not hot.Ordered fried catfish, cod, shrimp and all of these were brought out warm and delicious. Coleslaw was one of the best slaws I have eaten.Overall, the restaurant was clean, service was very good and everyone there knew everyone else. I really enjoyed the overall experience. I will certainly return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fresh Catfish, Fish, Hush Puppies, Cole Slaw
It's one of my favorite restaurantsEach time I travel 192 West!Catfish Place! Great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish
The service was perfect! We had the 2 for $25.99 Mon. - Wed. Sweet tea always reminds me of Tennessee. We love the shrimp & catfish combo, cold slaw, hush puppies, cheese grits, okra & don't forget the blackberry cobbler & vanilla ice cream to take home. Over the top & leftovers for the next day.Vegetarian options: Soups, salads, all kinds of vegetables, cornbread, hush puppies, fried green tomatoes, beans, cheese sticks so much to choose fromParking: Lots of parking handicapped too. Easy in & out no waiting most of the timeKid-friendliness: All children welcomeWheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair ♿️ ? walker friendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Key Lime Pie, Cheese Grits, Fresh Catfish, Catfish Dinner, Hush Puppies, Cole Slaw, Cobbler