Looking for the perfect spot to eat some U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish? Look no further than these restaurants on The Catfish Institute’s Catfish Trail. We’ve compiled an updated list of restaurants serving Heartland Catfish, giving you an authentic and delicious experience at every stop. Don’t miss out on this catfish adventure – find a location near you.

Shivers Creek Fish House

Just off Highway 55 in Mississippi, you can eat at a staple of the South. Dustin Malley, owner of Shivers Creek Fish House in Crystal Springs, is proud to primarily serve tasty U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish. With three locations across the state, Shivers Fish House has been voted as having the best catfish in Mississippi in 2021, 2022 and 2023. “People in Crystal Springs love the catfish because it’s a good, local Mississippi product. It is high-quality, they know where it comes from, they know how it was raised and they know what’s in it.” Dustin credits the success of Shivers Fish House to his customers who drive from all over the state to eat here regularly. Shivers Creek Fish House is a beloved dining gem where you’ll be welcomed with open arms to savor delicious U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish, soak in the serene ambiance and experience Southern hospitality.

Jerry’s Catfish House

In Florence, Mississippi Jerry’s Catfish House owned by Jay Bridges sits right off Highway 49 and is hard to miss. This restaurant stands out not only for its delicious, classically fried U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish but also for its igloo-shaped exterior. Jay says, “People come first because of the building and come back for the food.” Jerry’s Catfish House is much-loved both by locals and those passing through Florence. Jay is committed to the classic Southern way of frying catfish. His no-nonsense philosophy when it comes to his food keeps customers coming back time and time again.

Taylor Grocery

As the name suggests, Taylor Grocery stands in the small town of Taylor, Mississippi. Before it was owned by Lynn Hewlett, Taylor Grocery was a corner store that sold catfish secondary to their main goods and groceries. When Lynn took charge of the store, he saw great potential in the catfish business and transformed the grocery into something new. Today, you can find Lynn inside running what is now one of the town’s favorite catfish eateries. Lynn says of his restaurant “We hang our hat on U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish… The taste of this fish is just spot-on.” The dining room is often full of familiar faces coming in for the family atmosphere and of course, U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish from Heartland Catfish.

Top O’ The River

Shannon Robertson, the owner of Top O’ The River restaurant in Anniston, Alabama says “We don’t serve any other kind of fish, and we don’t want to serve any other type of fish.” His customers have been returning to Top O’ The River for the mild, fresh taste of U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish since 1996. Shannon says that his restaurant has not served any other kind of catfish since then. Top O’ the River has chosen Heartland U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish for more than 25 years because of its consistently delicious flavor.

The Catfish Hole

The Catfish Hole is a local favorite in the college town of Fayetteville, Arkansas. If you are looking for all the Southern fixings, look no further than Janie Gazzola’s restaurant. As the owner of The Catfish Hole, Janie is committed to ensuring that her customers feel right at home and are well taken care of from the moment they walk into her restaurant to the moment they say goodbye. According to Janie, the reason that customers come back to her restaurant for U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish is because they trust it. With the most classic Southern sides like coleslaw and green tomato relish, it’s easy to see what makes The Catfish Hole a popular spot to eat catfish.

U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish is a Southern staple that can be enjoyed by the whole family. Give these Heartland Catfish locations on The Catfish Institute’s Catfish Trail a try the next time you are in the area.

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