Catfish in Downtown Detroit

Catfish in Downtown Detroit: Parlay’s Take on Fish & Chips

Traditional fish and chips meets catfish.

That’s the idea behind one of Parlay Detroit’s signature mains.

Our Fish & Chips features flaky catfish coated in crunchy cornmeal breading, fried golden and served alongside Cajun tartar sauce and hand-cut fries.



It’s familiar enough to be comfort food but unmistakably different from the standard pub version.

Why Catfish?

Catfish and cornmeal belong together.

The cornmeal coating gives the exterior the kind of crunch you want from fried fish while the catfish stays tender and flaky inside.

Then there’s the Cajun tartar sauce, bringing acidity and seasoning to cut through the richness of the fried fish.

Add fries.



Don’t overthink it.

A Detroit Comfort-Food Dinner

There are nights for salmon and vegetables.

There are also nights when a plate of crispy catfish and fries lands on the table and you immediately know you made the right decision.

Fish & Chips has become one of the menu items people associate with Parlay for exactly that reason.



It’s substantial enough for dinner but still makes perfect sense with a beer and a game on.

Catfish at Happy Hour

Even better: Fish & Chips is included on Parlay’s weekday happy hour menu.

Come in Monday through Friday from 3–6 PM and get it for $15.

That gives anyone searching for an early dinner or happy hour food in downtown Detroit something considerably more serious than the usual appetizer special.

Try It for Yourself

If you’re searching for fried catfish in downtown Detroit, put Parlay’s Fish & Chips on the list.

Cornmeal breading. Flaky catfish. Cajun tartar. Hand-cut fries.



Some dishes don’t require a sales pitch.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish does Parlay use for Fish & Chips?
Parlay’s Fish & Chips is made with catfish.

How is the catfish prepared?
The fillets are coated in cornmeal breading and fried until golden.



Does Parlay serve Fish & Chips during happy hour?
Yes. Fish & Chips is $15 during weekday happy hour from 3–6 PM.