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Cat & Fiddle Tavern

4.3 (15 reviews)
InexpensiveBars, Burgers, Sandwiches
Open • 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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Cod plate 9/8/23
Jim B.

Hometown tavern with good grub. I have good memories coming here with my dad at a much younger age. This place has been going for quite a long time. I love the fried chicken on Sunday and I recently picked up a cod plate to go. Pic included

Cheeseburger
Allen G.

Had the single cheeseburger with LTOP. Beef was seasoned fantastically! Other components didn't compare. Toppings were fresh but too much onion. Cool spot and I can tell they send some tasty food out.

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5 Star tavern food!! Complete with authentic old school tavern decor! Love, love, love this place! We often come here for the FISH which is the best in town! Always piping hot and crispy! The cornmeal batter is my favorite ...accompanied by the dill or jalapeño tartar sauce! Exotic!! The staff is friendly and attentive! Unpretentious, down-home, delicious tavern food! Get it with a cold Stag! The local favorite beer! Chicken is also great on chicken nights!

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7 months ago

Service was exceptional food was great. Good selection and very good for fish. They also have a good selection of beers.

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8 months ago

Too hard for handicapped access, so won't be back, No good steps or no bars or handles to grab. Food was good

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I eat here often ..love their chicken wings and chicken livers.. their weekly specials are reasonable for large quantity of food

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4 years ago

Best fish on Fridays! Super relaxed and friendly! Been coming here for years. Always consistently good!

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