It’s the Friday before Labor Day and we want to have some fun!  After all, Fish Fries are typically held on Fridays–and they’re joyous celebrations with food, music and tons of people.  So why not recreate our own here in Astoria and LIC with some of our favorite fried fish faves.  Here are our top 5 fish fry recommendations in no particular order.

26 Corner Taverna – If you want an under-the-radar fish fry experience that’s oh-so-authentic, try 26 Corner Taverna’s fried whiting or any of their fried fish options, which come with a side of scordalia (cold potato/garlic spread).  But you can also get Greek fries, if you’re a fish fry purist.  26-03 23rd Avenue, Astoria.  718.777.5511

Taverna Kyclades – Besides all the amazing fried goodies such as fish, scallops, sardines, calamari, and even baby shark, you won’t go wrong even if you stick to grilled seafood specialties.  This is THE place to come to if you love seafood. And their Greek fried potatoes, which are circular discs of goodness are highly recommended. 33-07 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria.  718.545.8666

Sanford’s - For a more non-traditional, sophisticated take on fish, check out Sanford’s Pecan Crusted Yellowfin Tuna, served with a refreshing Mediterranean orzo salad.  We call it the light fare of Fish Fries.  30-13 Broadway, Astoria.  718.932.9569

El Ay Si – Known for hearty, inventive comfort foods, you can turn to El*Ay*Si for your fish fry needs – they have a fried Shrimp Po Boy sandwich for lunch that sounds pretty damn good, served with garlic aioli and apple cole slaw.  47-38 Vernon Blvd, LIC.  718.389.8781

Make Your Own - With so many wonderful fish markets in the nabe, you can create your own fish fry – and save some dough while your’e at it.  We particularly heart some of these local fisheries:  Best of the Sea – 31-01 30th Avenue, Astoria.  718.777.3706; Great Wall Fish Market – 32-06 30th Avenue, Astoria.  718.932.2493; Ocean 1 Fish Market – 35-08 30th Avenue, Astoria. 718.726.6390

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