The Fish Line in Columbia, SC might look like a hole-in-the-wall, but don’t let that fool you—it’s truly a diamond in the rough. The customer service was great, full of jokes, laughter, and loud talking. Don’t mistake the energy for attitude—come in with a sense of humor and you’ll feel like part of the family right away.
There are no tables since it’s all takeout, but trust me, you’ll be digging into your food before you even make it to the car. I started with the catfish, and let me tell you—fried to perfection. Well-seasoned, crispy, and easily one of the best I’ve had. I also tried the snapper, which wasn’t quite as seasoned as the catfish, but still had really good flavor.
The sides hit the mark too. The corn nuggets were great—my first time trying them—and the hush puppies were just right, not too sweet.
If you’re in Columbia and want some delicious, authentic fried fish, this place is a must-try. You won’t regret it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Billie King
Great food great service 😃
Steven Randall
The best fresh, fried, and seasoned fish I had the pleasure of tasting. The size and portions are plentiful. The cooks and staff are welcoming. This is a must go place that you will never forget and sure to return. The prices are affordable.
Douglas Coulter
Most definitely will be back, when I'm in town
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Rice
3 pc whiting was delicious today and the okra was amazing wish i would’ve bought more .everything went well but I should have made sure I had all my condiments.i know noone is perfect so I just stopped to the store for some tartar sauce.but it was great and I’ll be back soon
Carolina Ceramic Coating
Fish was perfectly seasoned. Fresh and hot. Will be my only fried fish spot in columbia
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Xavier Foster
The building ain’t much to look at, but that food is so good. They have the freshest catfish I’ve ever tasted.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Erica Cannon
Best seafood I’ve had in a long time nice friendly environment, fresh and hot food as always
SHeila Porterfield
Remodel that place please. It was so run down on the inside and outside, I changed my mind and went somewhere eles. Appearance and Atmosphere speaks volume. I didn't even order, I left.
The food was delicious, and customer service was on point. Very hospitable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brenda Jackson
Stopped here for lunch while I was in town. This place is a true definition of a hole in the wall. The building looks sketchy and the inside rundown but let me tell you about this food because sometimes hole in the walls have the best food. The catfish fillets are seasoned well and fried to perfection. The shrimp was plump and juicy. Service was friendly with a smile. There is no place to really eat here so expect to order your food and take it elsewhere to eat. I don't live in Columbia SC but next time I am down for a visit I will definitely order again.
It is takeout only. The fish is fried well.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
The Fish Line in Columbia, SC might look like a hole-in-the-wall, but don’t let that fool you—it’s truly a diamond in the rough. The customer service was great, full of jokes, laughter, and loud talking. Don’t mistake the energy for attitude—come in with a sense of humor and you’ll feel like part of the family right away.
There are no tables since it’s all takeout, but trust me, you’ll be digging into your food before you even make it to the car. I started with the catfish, and let me tell you—fried to perfection. Well-seasoned, crispy, and easily one of the best I’ve had. I also tried the snapper, which wasn’t quite as seasoned as the catfish, but still had really good flavor.
The sides hit the mark too. The corn nuggets were great—my first time trying them—and the hush puppies were just right, not too sweet.
If you’re in Columbia and want some delicious, authentic fried fish, this place is a must-try. You won’t regret it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food great service 😃
The best fresh, fried, and seasoned fish I had the pleasure of tasting. The size and portions are plentiful. The cooks and staff are welcoming. This is a must go place that you will never forget and sure to return. The prices are affordable.
Most definitely will be back, when I'm in town
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
3 pc whiting was delicious today and the okra was amazing wish i would’ve bought more .everything went well but I should have made sure I had all my condiments.i know noone is perfect so I just stopped to the store for some tartar sauce.but it was great and I’ll be back soon
Fish was perfectly seasoned. Fresh and hot. Will be my only fried fish spot in columbia
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The building ain’t much to look at, but that food is so good. They have the freshest catfish I’ve ever tasted.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best seafood I’ve had in a long time nice friendly environment, fresh and hot food as always
Remodel that place please. It was so run down on the inside and outside, I changed my mind and went somewhere eles. Appearance and Atmosphere speaks volume. I didn't even order, I left.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
I take my sister there, she's very pleased with her order been several times
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Flounder, Hush Puppies, Catfish Basket
They are always good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was delicious, and customer service was on point. Very hospitable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stopped here for lunch while I was in town. This place is a true definition of a hole in the wall. The building looks sketchy and the inside rundown but let me tell you about this food because sometimes hole in the walls have the best food. The catfish fillets are seasoned well and fried to perfection. The shrimp was plump and juicy. Service was friendly with a smile. There is no place to really eat here so expect to order your food and take it elsewhere to eat. I don't live in Columbia SC but next time I am down for a visit I will definitely order again.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 5
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