Fish House

Name: Fish House
Address: 4919 N University St, Peoria, Illinois, 61614, US
Telephone: (309) 691-9358
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.4

$$ • Seafood, Lounges, Vegetarian

Hours:
4919 N University St, Peoria
(309) 691-9358

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About Fish House

The Fish House is a popular seafood restaurant in the Peoria area, known for its exceptional service and delicious dishes. The staff are described as "quite the characters" and the bartenders demonstrate "obvious mastery of cocktails and different types of spirits." The menu features impressive options like a fillet special with crab meat and blue cheese sauce, as well as a Seared Tuna Appetizer and Lobster Bisque, all of which receive high praise for their quality and presentation. Many guests consider it a hidden gem, with some saying it was one of the best meals they've ever had. Visitors often choose halibut, which is praised as the best they've tasted. The service is top-notch, with attentive staff who fill water glasses and clear dishes promptly. The food is consistently described as delicious with proper portions. The decor may be "dated and dark," but the dining experience is very positive, thanks to friendly, attentive staff and prompt yet unhurried service. Popular dishes include fried oysters, pistachio crusted Chilean Seabass, shrimp and grits. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for dinner, as this establishment is considered one of the best in the Peoria area. The atmosphere is described as quiet with low lighting, making for a great experience. Appetizers like seared tuna and crab turnover pastries are excellent, with seared tuna called the best ever. Lobster bisque is good. Drinks such as mango mojito and strawberry lemon basin maryini are very good. Grouper Oskar and Halibut Florentine are very good and excellent respectively. Key lime pie is respectable.