The Hole-In-The-Wall Tavern With The Best Fried Fish In Kentucky
When trying a new restaurant, chances are you “judge a book by its cover,” and if a dining destination looks a little weary from the outside, you might drive on to the next option. However, if you do that in the state of Kentucky, you’ll miss out on some great restaurants and even more incredible food. We’ve previously featured some unassuming Kentucky restaurants, but be sure to add this hole-in-the-wall tavern to the list. PassTime Fish House Tavern is outside of Louisville and honestly looks a little run down from the outside. If it weren’t for the cars that frequently fill up the lot, you may not even realize it’s open, but this hidden gem serves up the best fried fish in our state and is one place you definitely do not want to drive on by.
PassTime Fish House is located in the Louisville neighborhood of Jeffersontown, east of downtown. It's definitely not a secret destination in the area, as locals have long ago discovered its amazing food, great prices, and laid-back atmosphere.
However, if you're visiting from outside the area and drive by this tavern, you may not think about stopping in, especially for a fresh seafood meal. But, as with many other favorite Kentucky restaurants, PassTime looks like a hole-in-the-wall, but serves up mouthwatering food. They specialize in fish, but you can get a wide variety of tasty options at this local tavern.
The interior of PassTime is definitely not fancy, but it's the perfect backdrop for a delicious fish sandwich.
The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming and it can get quite crowded, especially on weekends and during Lent. If you wait, it's always worth it.
The Cod Fish Sandwich is definitely the most popular option on the menu - and for good reason! The large piece of fish barely fits in the basket, and it is perfectly hand cut, seasoned, breaded, and fried.
Other seafood favorites on the menu include fried oysters, fried shrimp, and the Po Boy sandwich. If you prefer something different, there are a variety of sandwiches and burgers, and don't leave without trying the onion straws!
PassTime Fish House is an unassuming restaurant that you'll want to spend time at, enjoying the food and the casual vibes.
The fried fish is some of the best in the state and a welcome surprise from this local gem's unassuming establishment. It's just proof, once again, that you can't judge a book by its cover, or you may miss out on the best fish in Kentucky.
PassTime Fish House may not look like much from the outside, but this tavern definitely serves up some of the best fish in the state. Have you dined at this hole-in-the-wall Kentucky eatery? Any other hidden gems that we should check out? Let us know in the comments!
PassTime Fish House Tavern is located at 10801 Locust Rd., Louisville, KY 40299. For more information and specific daily hours, visit the restaurant’s website here.
For another unexpected gem in Kentucky that serves up amazing fried fish, check out our previous article here.
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A Cincinnati native who has lived in Kentucky for over 10 years, Andrea's heart belongs both in the Queen City and the Bluegrass State. After earning an education degree and working in that field for a number of years, Andrea began to pursue her passion for writing over 6 years ago. Since then she has written for a number of print and online publications, as well as published a children's book.
