Hook Fish And Chicken - Mansfield

Despite being a new establishment, it has a cozy "hole in the wall" charm that feels inviting. The cashier was incredibly friendly and went out of her way to help us find the best deals for our birthday group. If you're in the mood for fried fish, chicken, and similar comfort food, this is definitely the spot. Deliciously indulgent and satisfying!

I really love this place! The fish, conch, gizzards, livers, and wings are all incredible—freshly made to order with special spices sprinkled on top. I do wish they offered a larger portion of coleslaw and that it was a bit better, but overall, this restaurant is super delicious!

Starting with the one downside, the fries were a bit disappointing. They were soggy and the lemon pepper seasoning didn’t really enhance their flavor. On the other hand, the coleslaw was sweet and had a unique twist that I enjoyed. The fried shrimp were excellent, featuring medium-sized shrimp with delicious breading, paired with a cocktail sauce that packs a good horseradish punch. This was my first time trying fried conch, and I can confidently say that if you enjoy fried clams, you'll definitely love the conch. It comes with an amazing dipping sauce that complements everything on the table. The catfish was outstanding, farm-raised and coated in breadcrumbs—definitely some of the best catfish I’ve ever tasted. And now for the surprise star of the meal: the chicken nuggets. I never imagined I would rave about chicken nuggets, but these were incredible! They are made from real chicken breast, breaded, and fried to perfection—the best nuggets I’ve ever had, without a doubt. Overall, this is a fantastic place to eat. The tables were clean, the staff was friendly and knowledgeable, and I’d highly recommend it to anyone who loves fried seafood.

The food at this restaurant is amazing! However, the service can be a little slow, and the booths are not very comfortable. I wouldn't want to spend too much time dining in because of the seating. On a positive note, I really appreciate the variety of options on the menu. I think it's a nice touch to put a slice of bread under the fried items! I absolutely love the fried okra, green tomatoes, fish, shrimp, and chicken livers. I would suggest calling in your order and picking it up through the drive-thru.

I'm not sure who had an issue with the portion sizes, as they are quite generous. The fish is fresh and cooked to perfection. It was a nice surprise for me, a former Southern Florida resident, to find conch on the menu. The only reason I'm giving it four stars instead of five is the hole-in-the-wall decor, but the food is truly excellent.