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Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in Kansas City Magazine, The Pitch, and KCUR 89.3. Updated September 2026.
Mad Jack's Fresh Fish · Kansas City, KS
Mad Jack's is a fish market and carryout counter with a fried-fish dinner at its center. Breaded catfish is prepared to order; the fish can be paired with hushpuppies and tartar sauce. The State Avenue counter keeps the meal focused on the fish and its sides.
Smaxx · 18th & Vine
Smaxx makes fried fish alongside its wings and burgers in the 18th & Vine district. A side of fish has a seasoned, crunchy batter and flaky center, with fried shrimp also on the menu. Order the fish when the seafood, rather than the wings, is the point of the meal.
The King & Queen of BBQ · Prospect Avenue
The King & Queen of BBQ puts fried fish on a broad barbecue and soul-food menu. The seafood platter pairs four pieces of fish with shrimp, chicken and two sides. It is a choice for a fish plate when the table also wants barbecue.