Best Fried Catfish in Houston, TX

Cornmeal-crusted catfish fillets, a staple of local Southern-style seafood houses.

Esther's Cajun Cafe & Soul Food

Independence Heights
4.1 / 5

The catfish was fried to perfection and the collard greens and yams were on point with flavor and seasoning.

Local LegendClassicSoul Food Staple
9.4Flavor
8.8Value
8.5Vibe

Gatlin's Fins & Feathers

Independence Heights
4.4 / 5

Expertly fried fillets in a cornmeal crust... pure and singing every time I have sampled it.

Chef-DrivenHidden GemExpertly Fried
9.6Flavor
8.2Value
9Vibe

Lotus Seafood

Westchase
4.5 / 5

The Crack Sauce adds a buttery yet spicy savoury flavour to the mix... this is some GOOD EATING.

InstagrammableCult FavoriteViet-Cajun Fusion
9.2Flavor
9.5Value
8Vibe

Captain Tom's Seafood & Oyster Bar

Northwest Houston
4.5 / 5

The fried catfish and shrimp plate was simply the best I've ever had... unique ship-shaped design adds to the experience.

Local LegendClassicUnique Vibe
8.9Flavor
9.7Value
9.8Vibe
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