Fish Only Restaurant

Reviews

• Portida T.

  star star star star star_border 24 July 2026

  CASH ONLY**
  The fried rice is really good. The snapper filet was okay. For what it was, the price was right.
  I will come back when I'm hungry and craving some of that fried rice !
  
  It's right across the street from the hospital so it gets busy with employees at lunch.
  
  I would recommend this place as it is good quality food for a decent price. I'll update when I try more items.

• Matthew C.

  star star star star star 22 July 2026

  Fish Only is one of the best options you can pick for your daily lunch hour.
  
  But first thing first--Fish Only is Cash Only.
  
  Got it? ;)
  
  Anyhow, the reason why I find Fish Only as an always welcoming and attractive choice is consistency. They don't have a super big menu range, but what they do offer, most selections are decent. I cannot really recall a time when I found their food unacceptable, sans maybe 1 rare occasion--and that was me being picky. My belly is usually quite satisfied after a trip to Fish Only. Chances are, most people would ADORE their food.
  
  ...As you can already tell from my 5-stars rating.
  
  I'd list out some food items I've tried (or "mini dish reviews") at the end of this entry. If you'd like to skip to there now, feel free!
  
  Otherwise, I'd like to address that their prices are fair, but not considered cheap, since their portions tend to lean on the smaller side. For me, it barely fills me up, but I'd get hungry again rather soon, in contrast to what I've felt had I dined elsewhere.
  
  I'd advise you to call in your order ahead of time, so they can prepare you meal prior, and then you can simply drop by and get your food to go. First, you save time. (Otherwise, food prep time is anywhere from 10 to 15 minutes.) Second, while the dining area is fine, nothing wrong with it, it could get slightly crowded with many hospital employees from nearby facilities. I prefer to dine somewhere more quiet and secluded. But that's just me.
  
  Workers are mostly Asians, and depending on whom you get, some may appear aloof and quiet, and some may be more friendly. (They don't tend to smile.) That's just kind of part of their culture and upbringing; I assure you guys, they aren't actually cold/rude. (At least, I hope.)
  
  Finally, a general comment before specific dishes blurbs: The seasoned rice and coleslaw that are served with most choices are decent. The coleslaw is ok, most def edible, unlike some other places'. The rice is basically soy sauce flavored, but I kinda really like it! Splash some hot sauce on, mix it up, and it's even better.
  
  = = = Selected food choices summaries: = = =
  
  Red Snapper Filet: you get 2 whole filets! ...Whereas for other fish choices, you get 1? Anyway, this one tends to be drier and tougher. It's only ok. I mean, perhaps the fish specie itself tends to be boring, but dipping it in tartar sauce fixes it right up. Still, not my top pick.
  
  Salmon Filet: this is the safest choice from the charbroiler, also something I could whip up successfully at home. But due to the ease of cooking salmon, this one usually turns out more flavorful and savory than most. Recommended, for you, and for myself as a go-to.
  
  Rainbow Trout: boned, whole trout from Idaho, apparently, per menu. I don't like this one. Boned, ugh, inconvenience! The only item that I really cannot recommend. Sorry, rainbow trout.
  
  Seafood Combo: fried food galore. This is for the days when you feel like eating dirty, and forget about counting calories and cholesterol intake. It's hard not to like this one. It's fried food! Yum.
  
  Fried Clams: you get tons of clams from this option. Everything is butterfly-style, and you won't find any shell. (That should be a given, but my friends asked about that before, and you may be too?) I prefer seafood combo; clams just don't taste as good to me... Personal preference, perhaps. Still a fun try.
  
  Chicken Sandwich: surprisingly, this was an unexpected hit, especially for only 5 bucks. The fried chicken strip was not too dry, nicely complemented by the moist coleslaw. The french roll wasn't too hard, just crunchy and crispy enough. I further flavored it with some hot sauce--then it was reasonably amazing, within the confines of $5. I'd pick this again.
  
  Shrimp With Hot Garlic Sauce: mostly sauce, not many shrimps. Flavor is there, but sadly, shrimps, barely. (Tastes great though!) One & done; not a repeat purchase for me.

• Dino G.

  star star star star star_border 21 July 2026

  I was in the area and wanted a quick bite. I had the seafood combo. Price  came out to less than $10. That constitutes a bargain in my book any day. The combo comes  with breaded and fried fish filets and shrimp. With tasty tarter sauce, shrimp sauce and coleslaw. The only thing missing was a beer.

• Ayu H.

  star star star star star 17 July 2026

  Recent change to the visualization of the menu, has better picture displays. Cute little spot not far from the hospital, has good food at an affordable price (most food is under $10). I usually get the C option or the seafood combo but everything is good. I have been coming here for years since I was a little girl. The parent owners of the place are wonderful and friendly. The son however, can be rude at times even to regulars.

• Ramona W.

  star star star star star 4 July 2026

  From the outside it looks like nothing. I've been working next door to it for weeks and never gave it a second look. Then today walking by it during lunch time, I noticed their tables were full of people. So I go inside and order the best lunch I've had in ages. I can't believe this place is so good and cheap and understated. I am a little picky about quality of food and this place is surprisingly high quality! This place is a Hidden JEM. Must check out! I ordered the charbroiled salmon and collards