If you’re living in Northeast Wisconsin, you already know Friday night means one thing: Fish Fry. We recently stopped into Willie Beamon’s to test out their Friday fish fry special—specifically their $13.99 All-You-Can-Eat Whitefish. Here is the full rundown on the food, the vibe, and whether it’s worth adding to your Friday night rotation.

The Atmosphere & Vibe

We walked in right during prime dinner hours, and the place had a really solid crowd going. The bar area has that classic Wisconsin tavern feel. While it looks a little dated and probably hasn't had major updates in a while, it has character and didn't bother us at all. It’s a comfortable, casual spot to grab a drink and start the weekend.

The Food: $13.99 All-You-Can-Eat Whitefish

How do you pass up an all-you-can-eat whitefish deal for under fifteen bucks? We ordered a couple of drinks, grabbed a menu (which offers a nice selection of options), and locked in our fish orders.

• Wait Time: It took about 20 minutes from ordering to get our food plates, which is very reasonable given how busy the house was.
• The Presentation & Quality: The plates came out stacked nicely. The whitefish featured a light batter with zero fishy taste, cooked just right.
• The Sides: The wedge fries were cooked well and paired great with the fish.

When it comes to overall bang for your buck, Willie Beamon’s delivers a solid meal that won't break the bank.

The Service Experience

We opted to sit at the bar, which turned out to be a bit of a mixed experience:

• At the Bar: Our bartender was pretty disengaged and wasn't keeping an eye on drink levels, leaving glasses sitting empty for a while.
• The Waitress: On the flip side, the floor waitress was hustling. She was busy pushing out multiple food plates and even stepped in to grab our next drink round when she saw our empty glasses at the bar.

Service felt a bit sub-par behind the pine, but given how busy the room was, it might have just been an off night for the bartender.

Final Verdict

Overall: Great food and incredible value. Give Willie Beamon's a try for your next Friday Fish Fry run!

Have you tried the Fish Fry at Willie Beamon's? Where is your go-to fish fry spot in Appleton, Oshkosh, or Green Bay? Let us know in the comments or join the conversation on the WiParty forums!