What’s better than fried catfish? All-you-can-eat fried catfish! And there’s no better place to get perfectly seasoned, fried catfish than in Elk City. Check out this family-owned restaurant that’s been serving Oklahomans this staple dish for over two decades.
Located off I-40 in the town of Elk City is the delicious restaurant, Simon’s Catch. Just look for the clearly marked signs and follow them to Merritt Road.
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Simon’s Catch is a family-owned and operated restaurant that’s been serving Oklahomans tasty food since 1993.
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It’s a casual dining establishment, so leave the heels and suits at home. Throw on that flannel shirt and enjoy all-you-can-eat catfish in the comfort of this cozy restaurant.
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Guests can also enjoy the beautiful covered patio that has seating for an additional 100 people. It also comes with waterfront views, and you might even catch a glimpse of elk or longhorn cattle.
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There’s a handful of items on the menu but Simon’s is famous for their hot and crispy fried catfish.
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And the best part is, it’s an all-you-can-eat catfish meal. It comes seasoned in cornmeal and fried to a golden brown. It’s served with fresh cut fries, coleslaw, pinto beans, green tomatoes, purple onions, pickles, hush puppies and tartar sauce.
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They also serve steaks, shrimp, burgers and corndogs. Then finish your meal with a piece of homemade brownie pie or New York cheesecake.
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Visit Simon’s Catch Wednesday & Thursday from 5 - 9 p.m., Friday & Saturday from 5 - 10 p.m. or Sunday from 12 - 9 p.m.
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Directions to Simon’s Catch: From I-40, take Exit 34 (Merritt Rd), then go 1 1/2 miles south and 1 1/2 miles west.
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