Lenten season means two things for Omaha-area residents – a time for personal sacrifice and reflection, as well fish fries. With more than 30 parishes and groups sponsoring fish fries in the Omaha area, you can find great food and fun times from Blair to Plattsmouth. Here’s a look at a few of the Omaha fish fries that you’re likely to enjoy a good meal and company.
Updated: This post was originally published in 2020; and is updated each year. I’m continuously updating this 2023 list of fish fries. Leave a comment if you have any additions!
Why fish fries?
Catholics honor their faith for a six-week period by surrendering something special to them as a way of recognizing the sacrifices made by Jesus Christ. Each Friday during lent, fish fries provide a sense of community and camaraderie among Catholics.
But, don’t think fish fries are just for Catholics; Greek Orthodox Church followers also celebrate the season with a fish fry, as well as community groups.




A fun thing about fish fries is that everyone is invited to enjoy fish and chips…and maybe an adult beverage or two. Fish fries are always family-friendly. It’s a quintessential Spring In Omaha experience.
Tip: Check the organization’s website or social media to verify times and dinner prices.
2023 Fish Fries in Omaha
Churches, breweries and fish fries held in every place in between. Church fish fries are typically held during the Lenten season, which is February 22 through April 6 in 2023.
Holy Name Catholic Church Fish Fry
Located at 2901 Fontenelle Blvd., Holy Name hosts its annual “Fryday” fish fry Fridays during Lent from 4 to 8 p.m. (Tip: They usually begin thte Friday before every other fish fry).
Bring your own drink if you prefer, but adult beverages will be sold inside the fish fry. If you prefer not to wait in line, it’s recommended you arrive early. People arriving at 6 p.m. can expect a substantial wait.
Tickets typically run $13 per adult, $10 for seniors, and $7 for children under 12. Holy Name traditionally serves Alaska pollock.
Considered one of Omaha’s premier fish fries, politicians are known to frequent, looking to shake a few hands and win votes.
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church Fish Fry
Call St. Vincent de Paul the Fish and more Fry. With a menu featuring fried and baked fish, macaroni and cheese, and cheese pizza, your family will be challenged not find something for dinner on which everyone will agree. Dinners also come with coleslaw, bread and french fries or baked potato. Don’t forget to enjoy dessert while you’re there.
The fish fry is held every Friday during Lent at 14330 Eagle Run Drive starting at 5:30 p.m., Price(Dine-In or Carryout) is $13 per adult, $11 per senior, and $ 8 for children ages 4-12. They also offer a carryout only Mac&Cheese dinner for $8. Carry-out meals are just inside the school doors for anyone not wanting to dine-in. Adult beverages and soda are available for dine-in. All meal prices include sales tax. Credit cards accepted.
Saint Gerald Catholic Church Fish Fry
St. Gerald Parish, near 96th and Q streets, hosts its annual fish fry on Friday nights during Lent. Offering a menu of fried cod, baked tilapia, and fried shrimp, dinners come with a side of french fries or baked potato, coleslaw or salad with bread.
For non-fish diners, the parish offers cheese pizza and macaroni and cheese. Price TBD.
Mary Our Queen Catholic Church Fish Fry
Named as one of the best fish fries in Omaha (including Best of Omaha in 2017), Mary Our Queen offers a menu of fried and baked fish, french fries or fried spudsters, coleslaw, as well as a mac and cheese option.
Mary Our Queen is located at 3405 S. 118th St. Price TBD.
St. Patrick Catholic Church Fish Fry
The Elkhorn parish adds entertainment to its annual Lenten fish fry, including a magician, clowns who make balloon animals, and face painting.
The dinner menu includes fried and baked fish, fried shrimp, French fries, mac and cheese, green beans, and coleslaw. St. Patrick Catholic Church, 20500 West Maple Road. Price TBD.
Holy Ghost Church Fish Fry
There will be Lenten fish fries beginning Feb. 17 with the pre-Lenten Fish Fry, followed by fish fries each Friday through Lent. Menu includes baked and fried cod, shrimp, mac and cheese, and clam Chowder. Fish fries are from 4 to 8 p.m.
The church is located at 5223 Q. St. Price TBD.
Tangier Shrine Bowl Fish Fry
Tangier Shrine will host their annual Shrine Bowl Fish Fry in mid-April from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Shriners Temple, 2823 S. 84th St. Price $12 at the door for adults and $6 children 12 and under. Pre-sale for adults $11.
All Holy Spirit Orthodox Church Fish Fry
Fish Frys are Fridays through Lent from 4:30 to 8 p.m. in the Autism Center Gym, 90th and Q streets. Menu includes fried cod, walleye, bang bang shrimp, appetizers and desserts. Price TBD.
St. Charles Borromeo
There will be fish fries every Friday through Lent running from 5 to 8 p.m. in the gym. Church is located at 7790 S. 192nd St., Gretna. Price TBD.
Croatian Cultural Society of Omaha Fish Fry
With a menu of fried and baked fish with fries or baked potato and coleslaw or macaroni and cheese, visitors to the Croatian Cultural Society of Omaha can also learn more about the area’s Croatian heritage.
The fish fry is known for its large portions of fried and baked fish, as well as macaroni and cheese and dessert. The fish fry also features a full bar.
In the past, dinners are $10 per adult and $5 for elementary school students. Children under 5 eat for free. The Croatian Cultural Society does accept credit cards.
St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church Fish Fry
Bringing a Mediterranean flavor to the traditional fish fry, St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church features a menu of fried and baked cod, salmon, shrimp, and spanakopita (spinach pie). Don’t forget to enjoy a tasty Greek dessert.
St. John the Baptist is at 602 Park Ave. This year's fish fries are Feb. 24 through March 31, with dine-in and takeout from 4:30 to 8 p.m.
St. James Catholic Church fish fry
In the past, St. James & St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Churches' Knights of Columbus hold fish fries on alternating Fridays during Lent from 5 to 7 p.m.
Fish fries for St. James are at 4710 N. 90th St. in the gym.
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church fish fry
In the past, St. James & St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Churches' Knights of Columbus will hold fish fries on alternating Fridays during Lent from 5 to 7 p.m.
Fish fries for SEA are at 5419 N. 114th St. in the parish center.
Church of the Holy Spirit Fish Fry
Church of the Holy Spirit will have Lenten fish fries Fridays from Feb. 24 through March 31 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. in the St John the Baptist School Gym, 500 S. 18th St., Plattsmouth. There will be live entertainment from 5 to 7 p.m.
Entree choices are fried Alaskan Pollock, baked salmon, and fried shrimp. All meals include cole slaw, bread, dessert or ice cream. Large plates are $11 and small plates are $8. Complementary water and coffee. Beer, wine, bottled water and soda available for purchase. Credit cards, checks and cash accepted. Dine-in or carryout.
Bellevue Knights of Columbus Council 6192 Fish Fries
Lenten Fish Fries are held every Friday beginning Feb. 24, including Good Friday, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Knights Event Center, 1020 Lincoln Road, Bellevue, Neb.
Prices range from $4-$14 with menu ordering and sit-down waiter service. Family-friendly. Full service bar. Cash, check & credit/debit cards are accepted. Dine-In, take-out and drive-thru are available. Call the Knights Event Center at (402) 291-6887 to place a take out/drive thru order.
Dinners: Baked Atlantic salmon, fried jumbo shrimp, fried fish (cod), cheese stuffed pasta shells. The Special is a Fried Fish Sandwich with fries and coleslaw. Dinners include baked potato or french fries, coleslaw or clam chowder, bread, coffee or iced tea. Ala Carte choices: grilled cheese sandwich, fish sandwich or a large slice of four-cheese pizza. Sides: french fries, coleslaw & clam chowder. Desserts will be sold separately by the Catholic Daughters (cash or check only).
Gretna American Legion Post 216 Fish Fry
Gretna American Legion Post 216 will have a fish fry every Friday during Lent from 5 to 8 p.m. at 11690 S. 216th St., Grena, Neb.
Meals are all-you-can-eat for $12 (adults), $10 (veterans), $6 (kids 2-12), and FREE for kids under 2. Draft Bud Light is $1.50.
Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Ranch Friday Fish Fries
Bellevue Berry Farm will have Friday Fish Fry dinners from 4 to 8:30 p.m. at 11001 S. 48th St., Papillion, Neb., during the Lenten season. Entrees includes fish or shrimp tacos, coconut shrimp basket, or fish fry sandwich. Homemade sides are coleslaw, tossed salad, mac and ccheese, and white rice.
Seating is in the country rustic Frontier Room or to-go orders can be placed by at (402) 706-2030. Price TBD.
Ashland American Legion Friday Night Fish Fry
Ashland American Legion holds a fish fry every Friday during Lent from 5 to 8 p.m. at 1541 Silver St., Ashland, .
Dine-in meals are all-you-can-eat and include: Pollock or Carp ($14.50), Mac & Cheese and Fries Kids Meal or Fish and Fries Kids Meal ($6 for kids 12 and under). Fish dinners include fries, baked beans, coleslaw, mac & cheese, and bread. Carry-out is available.
Monolithic Brewing Fish Fry
Fish Fry Fridays at Monolithic Brewing are back for a third year at 4915 N. 120th St., suite 102. The fish fries are held every Friday from during Lent and run from 4 to 7 p.m. (doors open at 3 p.m.).
Meal includes two pieces of beer battered cod, tartar sauce, malt vinegar, and kettle cooked potato chips. And of course, fresh beer. Dine-in or carry-out available.
St. Stanislaus Save A Fish…Eat Pasta
Who’s ready to save a fish? Coming in March, join the St. Stanislaus Men’s Club for their popular “Save A Fish….Eat Pasta!” Lenten dinners. The only local Lenten dinner featuring pasta, pizza, and pierogi!
The Men’s Club will be serving Orsi's pizza, also pasta, pierogi, salad, and desserts on three Lenten Fridays--March 10, 24, and 31. Serving time will be from 5:30-7:00pm. There will be seating in the hall and "To Go" is available, also. Cash or check ONLY.
Menu includes pasta with your choice of red sauce or beer cheese $10 (all you can eat) and comes with salad and breadstick; pizza $2/slice; beverage (water, pop, or beer) is included. Handmade pierogi (potato or kraut) are $2/each and desserts available for $1/each.
St. Stanislaus Catholic Church Parish Hall, 41st & J Streets, Omaha, NE
St. Wenceslaus Church Lenten Dinners
Lenten dinners are every Friday through Lent from 5 to 7:30 p.m. in the cafeteria at St. Wenceslaus Church, 15353 Pacific St.
Entrees: Spaghetti Dinner with Marinara or Beer Cheese Sauce, Baked Fish Dinner, Pizza Slice Dinner, and Mac & Cheese Dinner. Sids are salad, coleslaw, tater tots, breadstick and cookies. Beverages are available.
Peace, Love, Fish Fry
St. Bernard Catholic Community, 3604 N. 65th St., has a one-day only fish fry called Peace, Love, FishFry on March 24, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the school.
Tickets available at the door for $12/adults, $10/seniors, $7/kids, and 3 & under free.
Tri Community Friday Fish Fry Frenzy
Held every Friday in March from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 6001 Fontenelle Blvd.
St. Stephen the Martyr Fish Fry
St. Stephen The Martyr: 16701 S Street, in Omaha, will host Lenten dinners from 5 to 8 p.m. every Friday, Feb 24th through March 31. The menu features baked salmon, fried fish and shrimp, coleslaw, fries and baked potato, cheese pizza, macaroni and cheese, rolls and beverages.
Cost: $13 for fish and shrimp combos, salmon or shrimp. $12 for fish only dinner. Pizza $6 and kids meals for $7. Nebraska Brewing Company Beer and wine available. Dinners will be available for either dine-in or takeout.
St. Pius Pasta Fridays
St. Pius's Pasta Fridays are held Fridays during Lent from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at 6905 Blondo St. Pasta comes with choice of five meatless sauces. Macaroni & cheese and pizza is available.
St. Matthew Fish Fry
St. Matthew Catholic, 12210 S. 36th St. #B, Bellevue, Neb., holds its Fish Fry on Fridays during Lent from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Entrees include fried or baked fish, shrimp, and salmon, as well as pizza.
St. Mary Catholic Church of Bellevue's Fish Fry
The Knights of Columbus of St. Mary will be offering fish dinners on Fridays during Lent from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Knights Event Center, 1020 Lincoln Road, Bellevue, Neb.
Menu includes Baked Atlantic salmon, Fried Jumbo Shrimp, Fried Fish, Fried Fish Sandwich, and Cheese-stuffed pasta, with sides. A la carte offerings include Grilled Cheese, Fish Sandwich, or a large slice of Cheese Pizza. Dine-in, take-out and drive-thru is available.
Sodas, beer and wine will be available at the bar as well as for drive-thru orders. Call (402) 291-6887 for take-out. Cash, checks, and cards accepted.
St. John Vianney Catholic Church Fish Fry
Fish Fries at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 5801 Oak Hills Drive, are held Fridays during Lent from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Choice of fried fish with french fries, or baked fish and baked potatoes, as well as grilled cheese, tomato soup, and mac & cheese. Prices are $12 for an adult meal and $7 for a kids meal.
Dine in or drive-thru.
St. Joseph Fish Fry
Head southwest of Omaha for the St. Joseph Fish Fry at the St. Joseph Hall at 100 Ninth St., Springfield, Neb. Dinners are Fridays, from 5 to 7 p.m. Choice of baked or fried fissh, mac & cheese, or pizza.
St. John the Evangelist Fish Fry
St. John’s the Evangelist, 307 E. Meigs St., Valley, Neb., holds Fish Fries every Friday in March, from 5 to 8 p.m. Dinner is choice of shrimp, carp or pollock with homemade coleslaw, bread, and baked potato or chips! Kids can get Mac & Cheese. Beverages and desserts available.
Dine in or call for take-out at (402) 359-5217.
St. Francis Borgia Fish Fry
St. Francis Borgia, 2005 Davis Drive, Blair, Neb., holds a Fish Fry every Friday through Lent from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Social Hall.
Menu: Beer Battered Cod, Breaded Butterfly Shrimp, and Seasoned Baked Tilapia, as well as Mac & Cheese, Baked Beans, Coleslaw, Baked Potatoes, homemade desserts, and beverages.
Dine in or carry-out.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10727 Fish Fry
The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10727 will hold fish fries every Friday of Lent at the VFW, 9501 S 25th St, Bellevue, Neb. Dates are Feb. 24, March 3, March 10, March 17, March 24, March 31, and April 7. Dinner is from 5:30 to 7 p.m., or until gone.
Dinners are $13 and include fried fish, fried potatoes and coleslaw.
Moran's Grill Fish Fry
Moran's Grill, 3909 Twin Creek Drive, Bellevue, Neb., will have a fish fry starting at 11 a.m. on Feb. 24. Menu includes cod, pollock, or shrimp taco entrees, as well as a Mac & Cheese pizza, Mac & Cheese, or spaghetti.
More annual Omaha fish fries
It’s still early for all fish fry dates to be announced. Here’s a list of places that usually dinners but haven’t shared any information for 2023 yet:
- Papillion American Legion Post 32, 230 W. Lincoln St., Papillion, Neb.
- Scottish Rite Fish Fry Days, 202 S. 20th St.
- Creighton Bluejays Baseball Fish Fry, Charles Schwab Park
- Our Lady of Lourdes & St. Adalbert, 2110 S. 32nd Ave.
- St. Patrick Catholic Church, 4 Valley View Drive, Council Bluffs, Iowa
Please contact me at ohmyomaha (at) gmail (dot) com if you have updated information for any of them.
Whether you want to support your church or local service organizations, the Omaha area offers a variety of fish fries you can attend. There’s something special about standing in line and visiting with your neighbors while you await your turn for a delicious meal and tasty drink. Either way, you’ll enjoy a true Omaha experience.




Michelle Gent
Friday 24th of February 2023
You should add St Patrick Catholic Church in Gretna to your list. Fish fry every Friday in the parish center from 5-8 during lent. Thank you!
Torey
Saturday 18th of February 2023
St Patrick’s Gretna, Join us every Friday during Lent, February 24 through March 31 from 5 PM to 8 PM for our Lenten Fish Frys. Dine-in, Drive Thru, and Carry-out options available. Gluten free options available.
Ron Frisse
Thursday 9th of February 2023
St Vincent de Paul 2023
Call St. Vincent de Paul the Fish and more Fry. With a menu featuring fried and baked fish, macaroni and cheese, and cheese pizza, your family will be challenged not find something for dinner on which everyone will agree. Dinners also come with coleslaw, bread and french fries or baked potato. Don’t forget to enjoy dessert while you’re there.
The fish fry is held every Friday during Lent at 14330 Eagle Run Drive starting at 5:30 p.m., Price(Dine-In or Carryout) is $13 per adult, $11 per senior, and $ 8 for children ages 4-12. They also offer a carryout only Mac&Cheese dinner for $8. Carry-out meals are just inside the school doors for anyone not wanting to dine-in. Adult beverages and soda are available for dine-in. All meal prices include sales tax. Credit cards accepted.
Kim Erickson
Friday 25th of February 2022
Tangier Shrine will host their annual Shrine Bowl Fish Fry on April 15 at the Shriners Temple, 2823 S. 84th St. 5 - 8 pm Price $12 at the door for adults - $6.00 children 12 and under. Pre-sale for adults $11
Ron
Wednesday 16th of February 2022
Updates for the St. Vincent de Paul Fish Fry for 2022
Call St. Vincent de Paul the Fish and more Fry. With a menu featuring fried and baked fish, macaroni and cheese, and cheese pizza, your family will be challenged not find something for dinner on which everyone will agree. Running each Friday through Lent, dinners also come with colesalw, bread and french fries or baked potato.
The fish fry is held every Friday from March 4 through April 8 at 14330 Eagle Run Drive starting at 5:30 p.m., and dine-in costs will be $12 per adult, $10 per senior, and $7 for children ages 4-12. Adult beverages and soda are available. Don’t forget to enjoy dessert while you’re there. We will also be offering the following carry-out meals just inside the school doors for anyone not wanting to dine-in: Fried Fish Dinner $12, Baked Fish Dinner $12, or Mac&Cheese Dinner $7. All meal prices include sales tax. Also we accept credit cards at our fish fry.