5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Fried Fish and Fried Squash, According to Diners

Diners name top restaurant chains serving crispy fried fish and fried squash.

Fried squash/zucchini is a classic side that goes perfectly with everything from fried fish platters to crispy fish sandwiches and more. This tasty vegetable is usually breaded or battered and deep fried to golden perfection, ideal as a standalone snack when served with dips like ranch, and also delicious as part of a seafood feast with all the sides. So where can diners get both? Here are five chains with excellent fried fish and fried squash, according to diners.

Red Robin

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Red Robin diners can get a side of herb-breaded Zucchini Fries with ranch with their Crispy Fish Sandwich or House-Battered Fish & Chips. “Probably about the best I’ve ever had at Red Robin (and I always order the fish and chips for more than 15 years!) Heck, probably some of the best fish and chips I’ve had this side of England,” one fan said.

The Cheesecake Factory

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The  Fried Zucchini at The Cheesecake Factory is a popular appetizer to enjoy with the Crispy Factory Fish Sandwich. “My son’s birthday yesterday he could go anywhere he wished. He chose Cheesecake Factory. My only comment, the fried zucchini was the best I’ve ever had!” one diner said.

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Carl’s Jr.

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Carl’s Jr. diners can get the Fried Zucchini side with the chain’s seasonal Redhook Beer-Battered Fish Sandwich. “Try out Carl’s Jr today. My favorite part was the deep fried zucchinis. Dipped it in honey mustard and dried some ranch to but I like the honey mustard the best,” one fan said.

Farmer Boys

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Head over to Farmer Boys for the best Zucchini Sticks appetizer and 4pc Fish Platter. “I ADORE the food here! I was so excited to find one so close to home! The zucchini fries are my top choice!” one diner raved.

Astro Burger

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Astro Burger has signature-recipe Zucchini Sticks on the menu that pair perfectly with the Fish Sandwich (fried all white alaskan cod, signature thousand island dressing, tartar sauce, leaf lettuce, and tomato served on a sesame bun). “Ridiculously good food, they literally have everything from burgers to tacos to sandwiches to some of the best zucchini and onion rings,” one fan said.