In this episode of Arch Eats, George Mahe and Cheryl Baehr dive into the vibrant culture of fish fries in St. Louis during the Lenten season, highlighting how this tradition has evolved. Discover some the most popular fish fries across town, as well as where to go for less common fish fry offerings, such as hush puppies, spaghetti, falafel, hummus, tacos, chile rellenos, and more. The hosts share fun experiences at these gatherings, including church tours led by grade schoolers, priests moonlighting as bartenders, and more. And beyond parish fish fries, get recommendations for notable fish-centric Lenten specials at local restaurants. Listen, follow, and review Arch Eats on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever podcasts are available.

This episode is sponsored by Saint Louis Art Museum. On view through May 12 at the Saint Louis Art Museum, "Matisse and the Sea" is the first exhibition to examine the significance of the sea across Modernist artist Henri Matisse’s career. Get tickets at slam.org/exhibitions.

Listen now: 'Arch Eats' Episode 9: Where to get your fish fry fix in St. Louis

George and Cheryl discuss the best fish fries in St. Louis, as well as restaurants offering limited-time Lenten specials.

BY SLM STAFF

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

3:37 PM

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY KEVIN A. ROBERTS

In this episode of Arch Eats, George Mahe and Cheryl Baehr dive into the vibrant culture of fish fries in St. Louis during the Lenten season, highlighting how this tradition has evolved. Discover some the most popular fish fries across town, as well as where to go for less common fish fry offerings, such as hush puppies, spaghetti, falafel, hummus, tacos, chile rellenos, and more. The hosts share fun experiences at these gatherings, including church tours led by grade schoolers, priests moonlighting as bartenders, and more. And beyond parish fish fries, get recommendations for notable fish-centric Lenten specials at local restaurants. Listen, follow, and review Arch Eats on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever podcasts are available.

This episode is sponsored by Saint Louis Art Museum. On view through May 12 at the Saint Louis Art Museum, "Matisse and the Sea" is the first exhibition to examine the significance of the sea across Modernist artist Henri Matisse’s career. Get tickets at slam.org/exhibitions.

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Mentioned in this episode:

Parishes:

• St. Mary Magdalen – Brentwood: 2618 S. Brentwood, 314-961-8400.
• St. Ferdinand Parish: 1765 Charbonier, Florissant, 314-837-3165.
• Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church: 1910 Serbian, McKinley Heights, 314-776-3262.
• Holy Trinity Catholic Church– Fairview Heights: 505 Fountains Pkwy., 618-628-8825.
• The Dave Glover Show: Lenten fish fry smackdown, Fridays during lent
• First Unitarian Church of St. Louis: 5005 Waterman, CWE, 314-361-0595. (Feb. 23 only)
• St. Alphonsus Rock Church: 1118 N. Grand, Covenant Blu-Grand Ctr., 314-533-0304.
• St. Cecilia Catholic Church: 5418 Louisiana, Dutchtown, 314-351-1318.
• Our Lady of the Pillar: 401 S. Lindbergh, Frontenac, 314-993-2280. 

Fraternal:

• Thoman-Boothe American Legion Post 338: 9655 Midland, Overland, 314-429-6571.
• Hobo’s at The American Legion: 200 Main, St. Peters, 636-278-2828. 

Restaurants:

• Rockwell Beer Co: 1320 S. Vandeventer, Botanical Heights, 314-256-1657.
• Gioia’s Deli: Four locations.
• Salt + Smoke: Four locations.
• Mac’s Local Eats: 5656 Oakland, Cheltenham, 314-393-7713.
• Peacemaker Lobster & Crab: 1831 Sidney, Benton Park, 314-772-8858.
• Urban Chestnut Brewing Co: Two locations.
• Winslow’s Table: 7213 Delmar, University City, 314-725-7559.
• Schlafly: Four locations.
• Three Kings Public House: Three locations.
• 5 Star Burgers: 8125 Maryland, Clayton, 314-720-4350.
•  Woofie’s Hot Dogs: 1919 Woodson, Overland, 314-426-6291.
• Tucker’s Place: Three metro area locations.

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