It's that time of year again when the aroma of fried fish fills the air across Metro Detroit, marking the Lenten season, which began on Feb. 14 and will continue until Mar. 28. Area churches and organizations are hosting fish fries on Fridays, providing meatless meal options for those observing Lenten traditions.
According to the Detroit Free Press, local faithful looking to satisfy their fish cravings will find a bevy of options including fried or baked cod, shrimp, and more, with events like the one at Holy Family Roman Catholic Parish in Memphis serving fried or baked cod, shrimp, or a combo for dinners priced at $15 for adults, and an array of sides; meanwhile, St. Isidore Catholic Church in Macomb offers a $14 fried or baked cod dinner and a variety of sides, drive-thru or carry-out options also cater to the convenience of parishioners wanting to grab a quick bite on the go.
Not to be outdone, numerous other locations are joining in on this Lenten tradition, offering a variety of seafood dishes and even vegetarian options at several price points. According to Hour Detroit, St. Malachy Church is adding an element of excitement to their annual fish fry with a drawing for a free dinner, and Our Lady of Good Counsel in Plymouth dishes out fish with dessert options to fund school tuition assistance, diners can enjoy these weekly events while contributing to charitable causes or school programs.
In addition to churches, veterans organizations are also serving up Friday night fish to support a good cause; the VFW 1146 Bruce Post in St. Clair Shores, as noted by WXYZ, is among them, offering cod, perch, and shrimp, this cash-only event donates proceeds to support veterans in need, and carry-out orders must be placed on-site.
Whether you're craving something traditional or looking for new Lenten meal options, Metro Detroit's fish fries offer a diverse menu that caters to varied tastes and supports local communities and charities; from the self-service options at St. Francis D'Assisi Catholic Church to the Polish-American Veterans offering fried favorites at P.L.A.V. Post #10 in Hamtramck, the options seem to be endless. Even spots like Uncle Rays Bar & Grill in Dearborn Heights keep the fish frying all year long, for those who can't get enough of that golden, battered goodness beyond the Lenten season.
