The Lenten season has begun and things have gotten very fishy in Pittsburgh.
As a city, the ‘burgh takes their Fish Fries very seriously. And we’re here to help you make the most and of this brief (but delicious!) season.
Lent 2021 starts on Wednesday, February 19 and ends on Saturday, April 3.
So, you’re hungry and want a fish sandwich? What about haluski? Pierogies? Cole slaw? Below we have listed a few favorite spots to grab (and go!) all of that and more. We’ve featured fries all over the city, so there is sure to be a takeout option near you.
And, of course, if we forgot your favorite, don’t fret… leave it in the comments below so others can enjoy!
The Best Fish Fry in Pittsburgh
(or, at least, a few favorites):
St. Fidelis Roman Catholic Church
125 Buttercup Rd, Butler Township, PA 16001
Fridays February 12 – March 26, 4:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. Takeout only.
Menu.
St Elias Byzantine Catholic Church
4200 Homestead Duquesne Rd, Munhall, PA 15120
Fridays February 28 – April 3, 11:30 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.
Menu for takeout only.
St. Catherine Laboure Parish (St. Joan of Arc and St. Louise de Marillac Churches)
310 McMurray Road, Pittsburgh
Every Friday during Lent except Good Friday, 11:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. Menu includes fried fish sandwiches and baked fish, with fries, coleslaw and Mac & Cheese. Dinners are $12.25 each, and takeout only. Online orders can be made here, or by phone (Fridays from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.) at 412-835-0600.
Saint Kilian Parish
7076 Franklin Rd, Cranberry Twp, PA 16066
Starting Friday, February 19. Pre-orders only, and contactless drive-thru pickup.
Menu to order takeout.
St. John XXIII (St. Benedict the Abbot, St. Francis of Assisi, and St. Isaac Jogues Churches)
120 Abington Dr, McMurray, PA 15317
Every Friday during Lent, except Good Friday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Fish fry dinners include a fried fish sandwiches, fries and coleslaw for $11.50. Pre-order online (deadline for ordering is the previous Sunday at 4:00 p.m.)
Menu for dine in and take out.
Community Kitchen
107 Flowers Avenue, PittsburgH
Community Kitchen Pittsburgh is offering Fish Fry Fridays from February 19 through April 2, 11:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Orders open every Friday morning online, and are available for curbside or walk-in pick-up. The menu includes fish sandwiches, pierogies, Mac & Cheese, fries, seafood chowder, halušky and coleslaw.
St Anne School
4040 Willow Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15234
Every Friday during Lent, except Good Friday, 4:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Takeout only. Call 412-561-7720 to order.
Holy Spirit Church
2603 Old Elizabeth Rd West Mifflin, Pennsylvania
Fridays During Lent, 3:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Takeout only. Call 412-466-3444 to order.
St. Winifred Church, Benedict Hall
550 Sleepy Hollow Road, Pittsburgh
Every Friday during Lent, except Good Friday, 4:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Takeout only. Call 412-563-1415 to order.
Kiski Township Fire Department
1037 PA-56, Apollo, PA 15613
Fridays During Lent, 4:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Drive-thru only.
Menu.
Eat’n Park
Multiple Locations
Currently offering an entire menu of fishy dishes (look out for the Whale of a Cod Sandwich.) Sister restaurants The Porch (at Sienna and Schenley) and Hello Bistro are also offering takeout Fish Fry options.
Square Cafe
134 S. Highland Avenue
Every Friday during Lent, Square Cafe is offering a Fish & Chips dish, available with a choice of sides, including Mac & Cheese, pierogies, hush puppies and potato salad. The restaurant is partnering with East End Cooperative Ministry. A percentage of all sales from Square Cafe’s Friday Fish Fry menu will benefit EECM.
The menu and more information can be found online.
St. Michael the Archangel Parish
Our Lady of Grace – Conroy Hall (1734 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh)
Every Friday during Lent (except Good Friday) from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Call ahead at 412-200-2694 to place a takeout order. Recipes will include favorites from St. Bernard’s Gourmet Fish Fry.
Menu.
St. Alphonsus
201 Church Rd, Wexford, PA 15090
Fridays During Lent, 4:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M.
Takeout only.
Menu.
Swissvale Fire Department
7400 Irvine St, Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Fridays During Lent, 11:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Menu. Takeout only.
St Maximilian Kolbe Parish
363 W 11th Ave, Homestead, PA 15120
Every Friday during Lent, except Good Friday, 10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Takeout only. Call 412 462-1743.
Skyview Volunteer Fire Department
660 Noble Dr, West Mifflin, PA 15122
Fridays During Lent, 11:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M. Takeout only.
Menu.
St. Thomas More Church
126 Fort Couch Road Pittsburgh, PA 15241
Fridays During Lent. Takeout only.
Visit here to order online.
Norvelt Volunteer Fire Department Club
2325 Mount Pleasant Rd Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania
Fridays During Lent, 3:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Menu.
Hampton Township VFD #1
2536 Duncan Ave, Allison Park, PA 15101
Fridays During Lent, 4:30 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Drive-thru takeout only.
Menu.
St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church
1000 Avila Ct, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Fridays during Lent from 4:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Drive up, place your order, and have it delivered to your vehicle.
More information can be found here.
Oakmont Elks Lodge #1668
106 Washington Ave, Oakmont, PA 15139
Fridays During Lent, 3:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Takeout only. Call 412-828-1668 or 412-265-8537 to order.
Menu and more info.
Nox’s Tavern & Grille
720 Blaw Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Fridays During Lent
More Information.
Bethel Park American Legion Post 760
2409 Bethel Church Road Bethel Park, Pa. 15102
Fridays During Lent, 4:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.
Menu.
Fish Fry Resources:
The Pittsburgh Catholic Fish Fry Guide
Resources on all of the area’s Catholic Church Fish Fries can be found here, including updated menus, takeout and delivery options and more.
The 2021 Pittsburgh Lenten Fish Fry Map
Every year Code Pittsburgh volunteers their time to create an interactive map that keeps track of all the Fish Fries in the Pittsburgh area. In addition to seeing what’s close to you, readers can “filter” results to only include place that are “Open for Lunch,” have “Homemade Pierogies,” “Serve Alcohol,” “Offer Takeout,” and are “Handicap Accessible.”
Keep reading…
– Where to Find the Best Bagels in Pittsburgh
– The 21 Best Diners in Pittsburgh
– 18 Fantastic Small Bakeries Making Sweet Treats in Pittsburgh
– 14 Pittsburgh Fish Fries You Must Try This Year
– How to Take the Ultimate Pittsburgh Fish Fry Road Trip
Did we forget your favorite Pittsburgh fish fry? Don’t fret! Please leave it in the comments below!
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Noxs tavern has an amazing fish fry! And a whole Lenten menu! Consider it! 🙂
You forgot Meat & Potatoes!
There is a big difference between “Fish Fry”, “Good Fish Fry”, and the”Best Fried Fish”. There would be a benefit to actually identifying the basics of good fried fish during Lent. In my experience too many of fish friers don’t know the basics of a great fried fish – breading, oil temp, time, and equally important to the fish — the freshness and quality of the bread. I’ve had too many bad experiences with oily fish, soggy coating, and bad buns. You would really do everyone a favor if you interviewed the cooks behind the great fish sandwiches and learn their methods; and then share that information so that the mediocre “fried fish processors” could upgrade their product.
Makes me want to take a trip back to Pittsburgh. St Malachy’s Fish Sandwiches are the best!
Bethel Park American Legion Post 760
2409 Bethel Church Road
Bethel Park, Pa. 15102
412-835- 9690
You forgot the Oakmont Elks
American Legion Post 868 in Lower Burrell. Hand battered cod on Bakery fresh buns. Come early, they sell out every week. Get a cold beverage while you wait.
Holy Apostles Parish, baldwin. 3198 Schieck street. Pgh pa 15227
Fresh Hand Breaded Cod Fish Hoagies served on Fresh Mancini’s Buns Available now until end of April
TOSS Pizza & Wings
145 McMurray Rd
Upper St. Clair, PA 15241
412-283-4124
St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church is mentioned in the first photo, but it’s left of the list. Here is their website: https://neighborsnorth.org/fish-fry
doridos s park twp, brownsville rd. delicious large fish also butterfly fried shrimp great. best maryland crab soup o/s of maryland.