New Yorkers know good seafood, and whole fish sandwiches are making a splash across the city. These aren’t your typical fast-food fish patties; we’re talking authentic, whole fish fillets with all the fixings.
From classic British-style fish and chips to gourmet seafood creations, these eight spots are serving up the real deal.
1. Famous Fish Market – The Bronx Legend
Hidden in the Bronx since 1974, this family-run spot serves whiting sandwiches that locals line up for rain or shine. The fish comes fresh daily, lightly battered, and fried to crispy perfection.
Their secret? A decades-old recipe and dedication to quality that hasn’t changed. Each sandwich comes wrapped in wax paper with a side of their famous hot sauce that packs just the right punch.
2. Sea Breeze Fish Market – Brooklyn’s Fresh Catch
What started as a simple fish stall has evolved into a Brooklyn institution. Their whiting sandwich comes on a soft roll with the fish hanging gloriously over the edges – a true mark of authenticity…