I’ll admit it, when I first saw the sign for Pisgah Fish Camp, tucked away on a seemingly ordinary stretch of North Carolina highway, I wasn’t expecting culinary fireworks. It looked like a classic roadside diner, the kind that’s been serving up comfort for decades.
But then, I heard whispers, hushed recommendations that spoke of a legendary treat.
My curiosity piqued, I went in, seeking a decent meal, but what I found were hushpuppies so impossibly crispy, so perfectly seasoned, they’ve redefined my entire understanding of what this Southern staple can be.
The Little Fish Camp That Feels Like Home
Driving along Hendersonville Highway, you could easily miss the low wooden sign that marks Pisgah Fish Camp. The building sits modest and unassuming, with a front door that locals call the entrance to the camp…