It’s Friday fish fry season in Chicagoland! Whether you are looking to dine in or carry out, this list “reels” in all the fish fry events in Chicago’s western and northwestern suburbs.
Abstaining from eating meat on Fridays is a popular tradition during the Christian season of Lent, particularly for Catholics. But the tradition of a Friday night fish fry is popular with Midwesterners in the spring no matter their religious background. Lucky for us, local restaurants, VFWs, and churches host delicious fish fry events during this time. Some are even all-you-can-eat!
If you’re wondering “is there a Friday fish fry near me?”, look no further. Below you’ll find details on great local spots to dine in or order out your family’s fish fry!
Churches and VFWs with a Friday Fish Fry for Lent 2026
Judd Kendall VFW Post 3873 (Naperville)
Fridays from February 20 – April 3, 2026 | 4:30pm – 7:30pm
$15 a plate of fish and sides.
American Legion T.H.B. Post 187 (Elmhurst)
Fridays from February 20 – April 3, 2026 | 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Carryout or dine-in with seafood dinner platters. Reservations are recommended.
Knights of Columbus Saint Petronille Council 5516 (Glen Ellyn)
Fridays in Lent starting February 20, 2026 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
All-you-can-eat fish fry. Children under 5 are free.
Catigny Post 367 Joliet VFW (Joliet)
hosted year-round on Fridays | 4:00pm – 7:30pm
Dine-in and carryout fish fry. See website for menu.
Friday Fish Fry (Croatian Cultural Club, Joliet)
hosted Fridays in Lent | 4:00pm – 7:00pm (or until sold out)
Dinner includes various fish choices and sides. Cash only.
Knights of Columbus Council #382 (Joliet)
hosted year-round on Fridays | 11:00am – 8:00pm
Various platter options including sides and appetizers.
American Legion Post 675 (Oswego)
hosted year-round on Fridays | 4:30pm – 7:30pm
Dine-in and carryout fish fry.
Villa Park VFW Post 2801
Fridays from February 20 – March 27, 2026 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Fish or shrimp combo meals. Kids chicken nugget meals are also offered.
Knights of Columbus Saint John Council 3738 (Westmont)
Fridays from February 20 – April 3, 2026 | 5:00pm – 8:00pm
All-you-can-eat fish dinners including sides. Children’s menus also available.
St. Michael’s Fish Fry (Wheaton)
March 6 and 20, 2026 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Fish plates or cheese pizza plates for purchase.
Restaurants with Fish Fry Specials
Eddie’s of Arlington (Arlington Heights)
All-you-can-eat fish fry on Wednesdays and Fridays, year-round. Dine-in only.
Villa Olivia (Bartlett)
All-you-can-eat fish fry every Friday during Lent. To make reservations, please call (630) 289-1000.
White Pines Golf Club (Bensenville)
Offered Fridays during Lent, all-you-can-eat fish dinners are added to their regular menu.
Irish Times (Brookfield)
Every day options for fish and chips, along with a family fish fry meal package.
Off Broadway Pub (Brookfield)
All-you-can-eat fish fry with coleslaw for $15.95/adult or $9.95/child on Fridays.
Village Tavern (Carol Stream)
All-you-can eat fish fry on Wednesdays and Fridays.
Rafferty’s Irish Pub (Countryside)
Fish and chips is on their daily menu, and Friday specials may include seafood options.
Don’s Dock Seafood Market and Restaurant (Des Plaines)
Specializing in seafood, you’ll find countless fried fish options on their daily menu.
Fitz’s Pub (Elmhurst)
Offering all you can eat fish fry on Fridays, and also other fish and shrimp options each Fridays.
Lawrence’s Fish & Shrimp (Two Chicago locations, Olympia Fields and Hillside)
Everyday option for fried fish and shrimp.
Bridges of Poplar Creek Country Club (Hoffman Estates)
Beer-battered or baked cod dinner offerings on Fridays from February 20 to April 3, 2026. Dine in or carryout.
No Wake Bar and Grill (Lake Barrington)
Friday fish specials change weekly.
Quigley’s Irish Pub (Naperville)
Everyday options for fish and chips and fish tacos. Family meals have been offered in the past, but as of January 31, 2026 are not currently advertised.
Colonial Cafe (Naperville and St. Charles)
Friday fish frys are on special at both locations with large and small sizes available.
Pilot Pete’s (Schaumburg)
Daily menu offers fish n’ chips with an all you can eat on Wednesdays and Fridays.
Towne Tap (Warrenville)
Friday fish fry year-round from 11:00am – 2:00pm or 5:00pm – 8:30pm.
McChesneys Pub & Grill at Prairie Landing Golf Club (West Chicago)
Fridays from February 20 – April 3, 2026 | 11:00am – 8:00pm
All you can eat fish fry for dine-in only, carryout also available.
Salt Creek Golf Club (Wood Dale)
Salt Creek Golf Club welcomes back their Friday fish fry, from February 20 – April 3, 2026. No reservations needed.
Seven Bridges Golf Club (Woodridge)
Fridays in Lent, from 5:00pm – 8:00pm, patrons can enjoy an all-you-can-eat cod dinner.
2025 Fish Fry and Restaurant Specials Not Yet Announced
These restaurants, churches, and local community groups hosted fish fry specials during the 2025 Lenten season, but have not yet announced their plans for 2026. Check their websites for the most up-to-date information.
- Holy Rosary Council #4483 Knights of Columbus (Arlington Heights) – March 7, 14, 21, and 28, 2025
- Knights of Columbus #4400 (Joliet) – Fridays and Saturdays year-round
- St. Thomas of Villanova (Palatine) – Fridays from March 7 – April 4, 2025
- St. John the Evangelist (Streamwood) – Fridays from March 7 – April 11, 2025
- St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church (Wheeling) – Fridays from March 7 – April 11, 2025
- St. John the Baptist Catholic Church (Winfield) – March 7, 14, 28, April 4 and 11, 2025
You can also check out more of our great restaurants for kids articles, such as extra-special kid-friendly restaurants that you’ll want to make a main event.
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Holy Guardian Angels Parish, St. Louise de Marillac site, this Friday 3/6 Fish Fry starts at 5:30pm, North Campus Colonnade Room.