Fried catfish is one of those foods that sounds simple right up until somebody serves a version so crispy and well-seasoned that every mediocre plate from the past suddenly feels insulting.
Across Maryland, restaurants are turning this Southern favorite into a serious road-trip excuse with crunchy coatings, tender fish, big portions, and sides that make ordering “just the catfish” practically impossible.
Some spots keep it wonderfully no-frills with fries, hush puppies, and slaw, while others add their own seasoning blends and regional twists without losing what makes the dish work in the first place…