Pierce County Fish Fry at a Glance

🍽️ Find a Friday Fish Fry

Discover restaurants serving Friday fish fry throughout Pierce County and western Wisconsin.

📍 Communities to Explore

• River Falls
• Ellsworth
• Prescott
• Spring Valley
• Plum City
• Maiden Rock
• Bay City
• Elmwood
• Nearby rural communities

🐟 Fish Fry Favorites

Restaurant menus vary, but you may find:

• Beer-Battered Cod
• Lake Perch
• Walleye
• Bluegill
• Haddock
• Shrimp
• Baked Fish
• Combination Plates

🌊 Things to Explore

Pair your Friday fish fry with:

• Kinnickinnic State Park
• Kinnickinnic River
• St. Croix River
• Mississippi River
• Downtown River Falls
• Prescott riverfront
• University of Wisconsin-River Falls
• Scenic western Wisconsin drives
• Local parks and trails

⭐ Places Serving Fish Fry

Discover:

• Wisconsin Supper Clubs
• Neighborhood Taverns
• Family Restaurants
• Bars & Grills
• Small-Town Restaurants
• Local Favorites

❤️ Support Local Restaurants

Friday fish fry is a delicious excuse to discover and support locally owned restaurants throughout Pierce County.

Have a Pierce Fish Fry not included on this list? Please contact us to get your Pierce Fish Fry listed!

Welcome to the Pierce County Fish Fry Guide

Welcome to the Pierce County Fish Fry Guide, your resource for discovering Friday fish fry restaurants throughout western Wisconsin. From neighborhood taverns and family-owned restaurants to classic Wisconsin supper clubs, bars and grills, and small-town favorites, the guide makes it easier to find your next Friday fish fry throughout Pierce County.

Located along Wisconsin’s western border, Pierce County combines rolling farmland, river valleys, college-town energy, historic communities, and some spectacular Wisconsin scenery. Communities including River Falls, Ellsworth, Prescott, Spring Valley, Plum City, Maiden Rock, Bay City, and surrounding rural areas offer plenty of opportunities to explore and, when Friday rolls around, plenty of reasons to start thinking about fish.

Spend the afternoon exploring downtown River Falls, hiking at Kinnickinnic State Park, visiting the waterfalls at Willow River State Park nearby, traveling along the Mississippi River, exploring Prescott where the St. Croix and Mississippi rivers meet, or taking a scenic drive through western Wisconsin’s rolling countryside.

Then comes the important part: dinner. 🐟

Friday fish fry has been part of Wisconsin culture for generations. Throughout Pierce County, locally owned restaurants, taverns, supper clubs, and gathering places continue the tradition by serving fish alongside the sides and specialties that make every restaurant’s version a little different.

Depending on the restaurant, you may find beer-battered cod, lake perch, walleye, bluegill, haddock, baked fish, shrimp, or combination dinners. Traditional accompaniments may include potato pancakes, French fries, coleslaw, rye bread, tartar sauce, applesauce, soup, and other house specialties.

The Pierce County Fish Fry Guide brings these restaurants together in one convenient resource. Browse the listings, explore different communities, and discover places you might otherwise drive right past.

Whether you live in Pierce County, are visiting UW-River Falls, exploring Wisconsin’s river country, or simply traveling through western Wisconsin, we’re here to help answer one of Friday’s most enjoyable questions:

Where are we getting fish tonight?

Explore Pierce County

Pierce County occupies a beautiful corner of western Wisconsin where river valleys, farmland, bluffs, forests, and small communities come together.

River Falls is one of the county’s largest communities and home to the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. The university brings students, families, alumni, sporting events, and visitors into the community throughout the year. Downtown River Falls adds locally owned shops, restaurants, and gathering places to the mix.

Head west and you’ll reach Prescott, situated near the meeting of the St. Croix and Mississippi rivers. Its waterfront location makes the community a natural destination for boating, sightseeing, scenic drives, and dining.

Ellsworth, the county seat, brings another particularly Wisconsin ingredient to the story: cheese. The community is widely associated with cheese curds and Wisconsin dairy culture, making it a pretty natural companion to a county-wide guide devoted to another Wisconsin food tradition.

Smaller communities including Spring Valley, Plum City, Maiden Rock, Bay City, and Elmwood add even more places to explore.

Put it all together and Pierce County makes an excellent Friday road-trip destination.

Explore somewhere new during the afternoon. Find a local restaurant. Order the fish.

The itinerary practically writes itself.

Why Pierce County Loves Friday Fish Fry

Friday fish fry fits naturally into Pierce County’s mix of small towns, agricultural communities, university life, river recreation, and locally owned restaurants.

For some residents, Friday means returning to the same neighborhood restaurant they’ve visited for years. For students and families visiting UW-River Falls, it can be an introduction to a uniquely Wisconsin tradition. For visitors exploring Prescott and the river valleys, a local fish fry can become part of the trip itself.

And there’s no single way to do it.

One restaurant may be known for crispy cod. Another might draw people for perch or walleye. Somewhere else, it’s the potato pancakes, homemade coleslaw, rye bread, or Old Fashioned that has regulars defending their favorite table with remarkable dedication.

That’s the fun of exploring Wisconsin fish fry.

The basic tradition connects the restaurants, but every kitchen gives it a slightly different personality.

1. Where can I find Friday fish fry in Pierce County?

The Pierce County Fish Fry Guide helps you discover restaurants serving Friday fish fry throughout River Falls, Ellsworth, Prescott, Spring Valley, Plum City, Maiden Rock, Bay City, Elmwood, and surrounding Pierce County communities.

2. Where can I find a Friday fish fry in River Falls, Wisconsin?

River Falls and the surrounding area offer locally owned restaurants, taverns, bars and grills, and other establishments serving Friday fish fry. Browse the Pierce County Fish Fry Guide for current options.

3. Where can I get fish fry near UW-River Falls?

The University of Wisconsin-River Falls is located near restaurants throughout River Falls and the surrounding area. The Pierce County Fish Fry Guide can help students, parents, alumni, and visitors find Friday dining options.

4. Can I find a Friday fish fry in Prescott, Wisconsin?

Yes. Prescott and surrounding Pierce County communities offer local dining options for visitors exploring the St. Croix and Mississippi river areas. Check the Guide for current restaurant listings.

5. What fish is commonly served at Pierce County fish fries?

Menus vary by restaurant but may include beer-battered cod, lake perch, walleye, bluegill, haddock, shrimp, baked fish, and seafood combination dinners.

6. What usually comes with a Wisconsin Friday fish fry?

Traditional sides vary by restaurant but often include potato pancakes or French fries, coleslaw, rye bread, tartar sauce, applesauce, soup, and other house specialties.

7. Are there Wisconsin supper clubs in the Pierce County area?

Pierce County and surrounding western Wisconsin include supper clubs, taverns, family restaurants, bars and grills, and other locally owned establishments where diners can experience Wisconsin’s Friday fish fry tradition.

8. Do Pierce County restaurants serve fish fry year-round?

Many Wisconsin restaurants serve Friday fish fry throughout the year, although menus and availability vary. Some restaurants also offer additional fish choices during Lent.

9. Can I get Pierce County fish fry to go?

Many restaurants offer takeout, although ordering options vary by establishment. Contact the restaurant directly for its current takeout availability.

10. What can I do in Pierce County before a Friday fish fry?

Visitors can explore River Falls, the Kinnickinnic River, Kinnickinnic State Park, Prescott’s riverfront, UW-River Falls, scenic rural roads, parks, trails, and communities throughout Pierce County.

11. How often is the Pierce County Fish Fry Guide updated?

Restaurant information is reviewed as updates are discovered through official websites, social media, menus, phone calls, restaurant owners, and community updates.

12. Can a restaurant be added to the Pierce County Fish Fry Guide?

Yes. Restaurants serving Friday fish fry can contact the Friday Fish Fry Guide about being added to the directory or updating an existing listing.

Why Trust the Friday Fish Fry Guide?

Since 2010, the Friday Fish Fry Guide has been helping Wisconsin residents and visitors discover great Friday fish fry restaurants across the state. We continually expand our listings and encourage restaurant owners to keep their information current so visitors can easily find fish fry specials, menus, and dining options.