Fried Fish

Crispy golden filets of whiting, croaker, or catfish on white bread are sold all over the D.C. region at small carryouts. For years, fried fish businesses like Horace and Dickie’s and Fish in the Neighborhood have been pillars in their community. But, as D.C. rapidly gentrifies, classic fried fish counters have had to adapt. Ruth and Patrick learn why fried fish counters are a crucial part of D.C.’s soul food culture and what their future in this city might look like. Fill out our survey: dishcity.org/survey Leave us a tip at wamu.org/supportdishcity .

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Fried Fish is an episode from Dish City by WAMU 88.5.

This episode is 30:56 long.

This episode was published on Jun 30, 2022.

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