Catch Fresh Fish Dinners in Greater Lansing

Greater Lansing offers a wide range of fish and seafood options, from classic fried fish with house-made batter to baked, seasoned entrées and fresh sushi. Whether you’re looking for a traditional fish fry during the Lenten season or simply enjoy quality seafood year-round, these Lansing-area restaurants are known for doing fish well. Below are some of our favorite local spots for fish and seafood lovers.

Capital Prime

Looking for a fancy fish dinner? Capital Prime is your spot. Dinners include Pan-Seared Crispy Walleye, Bourbon Peach Roasted Salmon and Joe Mama's Pile of Perch. Start with a Shrimp Cocktail, end with a Caramel Warm Brownie Crème Brûlée for the ultimate experience.

Dublin Square

Head over to East Lansing and dig into Dublin Square’s Fish & Chips dish with hand-battered North Atlantic cod, served with a side of house-made coleslaw and fries.

Eastside Fish Fry

Have a fish craving? Eastside Fish Fry has a selection of fish including red snapper, salmon, tilapia and more. Pick your favorite fishy flavor and they will fry it or grill it. Drop in and grab some Food Network-Guy Fieri-approved fried fish! Open 7 days a week.

Harry's Place

Harry’s Place has a menu full of a variety of different tasty foods, but if you are looking for fried fish, they’ve got you covered. This neighborhood bar & grill hosts a special Friday Fish Fry, every Friday during Lent. This special offers a 3-piece or 5-piece. Cod Dinner with two sides on Fridays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. We know you’re sure to be swimming away with a full stomach and a smile!

Lansing Brewing Company

This Lenten season, Lansing Brewing Company is featuring white fish hand-dipped and fried to a golden crisp. Served with fries, house-made coleslaw and tartar, and a lemon wedge! Don't wait to try it out!

Mitchell's Seafood House

Mitchell’s has a big variety of fresh fish & seafood dishes to choose from. Dinners will delight, like the Sam Adams Fish & chips, Lobster and Shrimp Stuffed Cod, Cedar Planked Salmon and other delicious plates. Don’t forget to spoil yourself and try the freshly fried calamari!

Old Bag of Nails

Old Bag of Nails is known for some of the best fish & chips in town. This restaurant offers a wide variety of pub fare that is certain to please.

Old Nation Brewing Company

While you may know Old Nation for their famous hazy beer; M-43, they also have a delicious fish dish. Their Shrimp ‘N’ Chips consists of popcorn shrimp served with your choice of potato and tartar sauce. Between you and me, I’d choose their unique coin-shaped tots or a cup of their beer cheese soup! Don't forget to check out their current Blackened Salmon Sandwich, which includes a brioche bun topped with blackened salmon, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and tartar sauce.

One North Kitchen & Bar - East Lansing

Located in East Lansing, One North Kitchen & Bar offers a relaxed, sports-friendly atmosphere with a focus on scratch-made food and a solid lineup of craft beers and cocktails. The menu leans into comfort classics, and the beer-battered cod served with fries and house-made slaw is a standout for anyone craving something familiar and satisfying. It’s a go-to spot for catching a game or grabbing dinner with friends.

P.F. Chang's China Bistro

Located in the Eastwood Towne Center complex, P.F. Chang's serves up new-age modern Asian cuisine with an extensive wine list and tempting desserts all served in a stylish bistro setting. Let their Oolong Chilean sea bass light up your senses!

Summerlands Brewing

Summerlands Brewing features a tropical-themed taproom in Greater Lansing where you can enjoy two Atlantic perch fillets coated in your choice of coconut or corn flakes, paired perfectly with broccoli salad, sweet potato fries, and your pick of guava cocktail sauce, remoulade, or tartar sauce. This popular Lansing brewery offers a diverse menu that pairs perfectly with their selection of craft beers, hard seltzers, and non-alcoholic craft sodas.

The Tangy Crab

Famous for its mouthwatering Cajun-inspired seafood boils, The Tangy Crab in Lansing also serves up delicious fried fish baskets, featuring crispy catfish, flounder, jumbo shrimp, and Cajun fries. 

Favorite Sushi Places

Sushi lovers will also find plenty to enjoy in Greater Lansing. From classic rolls to more creative combinations, local restaurants offer fresh ingredients and carefully prepared options that go beyond the basics. Whether you’re a longtime sushi fan or trying it for the first time, these spots deliver quality and variety.

Favorite Lenten Fish Fry

Want a true Fish Fry Friday? There’s something about the Lenten season and that oh-so-familiar smell of fish when you hit up a school/church gymnasium or veterans hall fish fry. Most include a 2-piece fish dinner with coleslaw, mac & cheese or some variation of that. Check out:

• St. Thomas Aquinas St. Thomas Aquinas School Gym 915 Alton Rd. East Lansing. Open 4-7 p.m. Fridays during lent, drive thru and dine in available. Dinner includes fried or baked fish, french fries, coleslaw, mac and cheese and a roll. $15 per person. 
• St. Mary's Williamston St. Mary Gym, 220 N Cedar St., Williamston. Open every Friday during lent 5-7 p.m. Dinner includes 2 pieces of fish, mac n' cheese a drink and dessert.  $16 adults, $12 seniors, $2 kids.
• St. Jude DeWitt 801 N Bridge St., Dewitt. Every Friday during lent from 4-7 p.m. All You Can Eat (dine-in only) baked cod and fried pollack, French fries, baked potato, macaroni & cheese, coleslaw, applesauce, breadsticks and drink. Adults: $17, Family cap $52. Kids 6-12: $11. Kids ages 5 and under free. Take-out available.
• St. Gerard's Knights of Columbus 5300 N. Grand River Avenue, Lansing. February 20 - April 3. 4:30–7 p.m.  Dine in or Take Out. Three pieces of fried cod (baked available in limited quantities), french fries, homemade macaroni & cheese, coleslaw roll and butter for $15 Adults; $10 Kids 14 and under. Soft drinks and bar drinks are available for purchase.
• Community of St. Mary & St. Ann Catholic Church 807 St. Mary Blvd., Charlotte. February 20 - March 27 from 5 - 7p.m. Dine in or take out. $16 - Fish dinner: 2 pc fried or baked cod, baked poato or French fries, coleslaw & dinner roll. $11 - Child Plate: 1 pc fried or baked cod, French fries. $9 - Mac & cheese dinner: mac & cheese, baked potato or french fries, coleslaw & dinner roll. $5 – Side of Mac.
• Cristo Rey Church 201 W. Miller Rd., Lansing. Friday 2/13 – March 27 Time: 5- 7 p.m.  (Take out only starts at 4:30 p.m.) Children under 4 1 pc meal FREE. Youth (5-10yrs) 2 pc meal $8. Adult 3 pc meal $15. All you can eat (Dine in only) $20. Fried Cod, baked potato, cole slaw, french fries, green beans, mac & cheese, roll. Coffee and water with meal. 
• Knights of Columbus, Council 3281 1108 North US-27, St. Johns. Serving 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. February 20 - April 3. Baked fish, fried fish, baked potato, steak fries, macaroni and cheese, green beans, coleslaw and a dinner roll. Coffee, juice and water provided. $15.00 for adults, $8.00 for children 6-12. Under 6 are free. Carry out meals available. 

**Every effort was made to ensure this information is accurate. However, we suggest that you contact each restaurant directly for hours and details.