5 Chain Restaurants Serving the Best Crispy Flounder With Hushpuppies
Flounder is a lovely light, flakey fish with a sweet mild taste that pairs perfectly with flavorful sides like cornmeal-battered fried hush puppies. This typically Southern seafood combo is popular across the U.S., as fried baskets, platters, sandwiches and more. If you’re craving perfectly crispy fried flounder paired with savory sides, here are seven chain restaurants where this delicious combo is always worth ordering.
Red Lobster
The Wild-Caught Crunch-Fried Flounder plate at Red Lobster is served with tartar sauce and the choice of two sides, including orzo rice and, of course, delicious hushpuppies. “Flounder is excellent. Brussel sprouts were delish from start to finish. Garlic shrimp was delectable,” one happy diner shared.
Razoo’s Cajun Cafe
Razoo’s Cajun Cafe has a tasty Fried Flounder Etouffee on the menu, made from flounder in a rich dark roux sauce served with dirty rice, with the choice of hushpuppies on the side. There’s also a Stuffed Flounder plate for those who want a lighter meal: Grilled Flounder over white rice, smothered in lemon butter sauce, served with green beans and garlic toast.
Hook & Reel
Hook & Reel has a Fried Flounder Basket served with French Fries and dipping sauce. Guests can order Hushpuppies from the appetizer menu to pair with their fried baskets, perfect for sharing. The Flounder Po’Boy is also an excellent menu item for those who want a sandwich that hits the spot.
Joe’s Crab Shack
Joe’s Crab Shack has a Stuffed Flounder dish on the menu which diners can pair with delicious hush puppies. This meal is made from flounder filled with seafood stuffing, cheese and jalapeños, topped with a creamy lobster sauce, Jasmine rice and seasonal vegetables. The
Captain’s Plate is another perfect choice for crispy fish lovers.
Red Lobster Crunch-Fried Flounder Sandwich
Red Lobster also has a Crunch-Fried Flounder Sandwich on the menu that will satisfy even the hungriest diner: This seafood sandwich contains three fillets of crispy fish on a sesame bun with a signature sauce and coleslaw. Served with Chesapeake fries and hush puppies, this is a solid meal.