We may have a new front runner for my favorite fish fry of the season. After trying a few different places this season, we decided to try another one of the popular options we kept hearing about. We ordered takeout and it took about an hour or more before we could pick it up, but I guess that's just the usual Friday wait times these days. On to the fish fry. The fish was light and fluffy. It had really good flavor without being overpowering. The best part about the fish fry is the sides and this place doesn't skimp out on sides. A big serving of fries, potato salad, mac salad, coleslaw, and rye bread made this meal HUGE. They all tasted great. The fries were crispy and I like how they put tin foil between the fries and fish to keep them both fresh. Parking here is a little tricky on a busy Friday but the vibes in here are very old school bar and restaurant. We will definitely be back for more fish fry specials! read more

Jades Restaurant - Fish Fry - Burgers Near Me - Depew, New York

It reminds me of the days of family run old corner bar where you got great home made food! Clean and comfy! We both got the cod fish fry which was a very perfectly cooked fish, lite flaky delicious fish! The amazing sides I believe were all home made! The coleslaw was sweet and tangy, German potato and macaroni salads were perfect! All were awesomely delicious!! They also had some great reasonable priced and sized kids meals . Very friend astute service! This place is tied for #1 for fish fries in my area ! Definitely recommend Jades!, read more

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As usual, everything was amazing! The cod fish fry is so light and flaky with a crispy crust! Service is top notch. Great bar service in your typical local bar! read more

Jades Restaurant - Fish fry - Burgers Near Me - Depew, New York

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They have one of the best fish fries Around they are cozy and very friendly!! I Always enjoy my visit!! Must try read more

Saturday fishfry was awful. Oil must not have been hot enough; both fish and French fries were soggy and greasy. The coleslaw was on the verge of going bad, German potato salad came from a can. I have always been a fan of Jades. I hope this was just a bad night. read more

Truly one of WNY's best kept secrets! Family owned and operated - well worth a visit to enjoy their home cooked, delicious food! They make the BEST chicken wing soup, potato pancakes, czarnina, and tender pork chops that will melt in your mouth. Drink specials for just $5! Yummy appetizers, great prices. Open for lunch and dinner Thursdays and Fridays, dinner only on Saturdays. Great service, fun atmosphere. read more

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friends and I went to Jades recently on a Friday nite. meeting at the bar for a cocktail was a great experience receiving a perfect cocktail and enjoying a super beer selection. moving t o the dining room and greeted b a welcoming waitress was perfect. ordering a couple appetizers (Poppers & Coconut Shrimp) was a good choice. The Bison burger ordered by my friends wife turned out to be really good. the Cajun Seafood platter ordered by the husband also was good. My choice of the Yellow Pike (Walleye) turned out to be very disappointing. Why they would serve an unbelievable tasting fish by serving it breaded is baffling to me ( Shame on me for not understanding when ordering). It was eating cardboard. The sides were outstanding !!!!! The waitress was very helpful & attentive to or needs. Would i go back? yes but no Yellow Pike !!!! read more

We went here for lunch with a group and surprisingly we were the only guests there. The waitress gave us all here attention and she was funny too. I shared a large fish fry platter. The fish was very crispy and really hot and not greasy at all. The 2 huge pieces of cod come with potato salad (choice of German or American), macaroni salad and a small container of Cole slaw. The fries come in a separate basket; my idea said the waitress, otherwise they will be soggy. Before we got our food, several baskets of rye bread were put on our table. Excellent. I wonder why there were no other lunch guests when we were there. This restaurant deserves better. The food is great. read more

If you're looking for a delicious fish fry- look no further! If you go for lunch there is also a lunch portion that's perfect and you still get all the sides- coleslaw, Mac salad, potato salad and fries!! The seafood platter was an amazing option and so much food! A whole fish fry, scallops, coconut shrimp, fries,coleslaw, Mac and potato salad. The hot pepper soup was amazing and I heard the French onion was very good too! I can't say enough about this place. I highly recommend it!! read more

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Fish fries are delish. German potato salad is delish The service is good. Crowd and feel is a good old time bar restaurant.

Stopped by Jades for Lunch today as I was really hankering a Fish Fry and my area seems to be predominantly Haddock, but I'm a Cod guy and asking around Jades came up. Walked in and dining room was mostly full @ noon which wasn't a huge surprise considering its a Friday during Lent and Friday Fish Fry's are a big deal around here. After a couple of minutes sat down and ordered my food, about 10 - 15 minutes later the Fish Fry came out and I was impressed. Good batter, nice side portions with a tasty German Potato salad and the Fish itself was tasty. Not a fancy establishment at all and the decor looks like it hasn't been updated in about 30 years, but it doesn't matter...the food is all that matters and it lived up to my expectations. My only complaint ( and it's minor ) is that the small Fish Fry serving comes on a tiny plate and with the sides etc served with it doesn't leave a lot of room and if you're not careful you got some fish spillage over the sides......tiny complaint but 15% bigger a plate would solve that !! read more

Everyone raves about the fish fry so I had to try it. It was average at best. They use the crinkle cut fries that I hated as a kid and hate them more as an adult. They are tasteless cheap fries that high end restaurants wouldnt serve if it was given to them for free. Over all out of the hundreds of restaurants in WNY that serve fish fries this will not be my go to place read more

Jade's is a hidden GEM (pun intended!) Jades is a tiny cute place in Depew with the most amazing food, drinks, and service. If you've never been inside, I have to warn you that it is not clean whatsoever lol. Hopefully that won't bother you! I came for their famous fish fry and I was not disappointed. The service sizes are HUGE and I had enough for 2+ meals. My favorite feature of this dinner option is that they give you THREE choices for sides. You can have a bit of everything. They also serve the fish fry with fresh rye bread which is perfect for a Polish girl haha. The environment was not great. It is small inside, and old and dusty, and the tables are close together. For the fish fry night it was crowded but the service was quick and everyone was very nice. They were also cleaning down all of the tables. I love jades for the fish fry and I will be back for their special. They also had a polish platter of sausage and pierogi which looked great! Can't wait to go back! read more

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We arrived first for the St. Paddy's Day Special Corned Beef & Cabbage. Fresh cabbage, red potatoes and baby carrots cooked to perfection accompanying generous slices of corned beef. Rye bread on the side. Yum. Hubby had his favorite Beef on Weck - this one with a little added gravy for juiciness - and a very yummy potato salad. Compliments to the chef and friendly service. read more

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I was here for our monthly group luncheon. Sadly the restaurant was completely empty except for our table of 10. The good part was that our waitress was very attentive(but not overly!). My husband and I shared the large fried fish platter. The fish was wonderfully crunchy and not at all greasy. There were two large pieces of cod; sides of macaroni and American potato salad were on the plate, plus a separate small closed container of Cole slaw. The French fries are now served in a separate basket. Our waitress told us that was a change she initiated as no one wants soggy fries which happened when they were on the plate with the scoops of the side salads.(The Cole slaw was previously scooped on the plate, not in a plastic container. While I am not happy about using the throw away plastic container, no one wants their fried fish or fries to get wet from the Cole slaw.) There were several baskets of sliced rye bread on our table. Everyone's lunches looked very good; most of us had a doggy bag! Mine was pretty small, but just a little bit too large a piece of fish for me for lunch. Jades has been in business for quite a while. I hope their dinner business is busier. The prices seem very reasonable. read more

So good will definitely go back tomorrow. Me and my boyfriend love everything and the food and drinks were so good. And out server was amazing read more

We came to Jades early Friday afternoon for a fish fry. We were seated right away and given menus and bread for the table. They had a huge fish selection which I thought was awesome. We ordered drinks and our food shortly after we were seated. I liked how they had a twist on a fish fry. I got what they called a "nuggie basket" which was hand cut fries and fish nuggets. My boyfriend got the small fish fry. You also get to choose a large or small size, which again is great! My dish didn't come with sides, but I was able to try my boyfriends. They were excellent. Not drenched in mayo, and a good portion. The sides weren't taking over the plate like some places tend to do. Overall, I would rate Jades a 3. The fish was a little soggy for my liking, compared to other places. But I would come back to try other menu items for sure. read more

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My boyfriend and I stopped in on a Saturday night, around 7:45 for dinner. We walked in, and the only thing I saw, was a lady standing there, so I was confused. We went 5 minutes before they closed. We apologized and said we would go somewhere else, no worries. She said "you know what? Everything is still on, and I'm going to be here a while cleaning, make yourselves at home." They actually opened everything back up and welcomed us with open arms when they were trying to close up for the night. They couldn't of been more gracious, and we couldn't of been more grateful. I got the french onion soup, which was fantastic, and the nutty goat salad off of the lent menu. I think this is going to be my go to here. My boyfriend got crab cakes, which he said were excellent and fresh, and you can tell they were homemade, and he got the baked cajun fish fry, with a side salad. It was perfect, because he just wanted the fish and not the usual sides that come with it. Its a great option on the lent menu. I cannot rave enough about this place. And- it turns out the lady I spoke with when we got there who graciously let us in, was the owner! Thank you so very much for your hospitality! read more

Jade's Restaurant is one of the BEST kept secrets in the Buffalo area. The fish fry is to die for. But that is not all. The menu is rather extensive and everything is SO DELICIOUS!!!! The owner Patti is the absolute sweetest person and man she can cook. Go to Jade's and you will not be disappointed. read more

Jades Restaurant - Molson Canadian in a Coors Light glass. - Burgers Near Me - Depew, New York

I finally decided to try this place because everyone talks about how good the fish fry is. I am not a fan of the traditional fish fry with all the batter and grease ( sorry I swear I'm still a buffalonian) so I opted for the Cajun breaded fish but it seemed to be missing the breading...it still tasted very good so I'm only taking away 1 star for that. I ordered the small order and when I saw all the food that came with it I was shocked! 2 salads(potato and macaroni), coleslaw, and FRESH CUT fries! It was way too much to finish and had I known, I would've skipped the appetizer. The app we went with was the stuffed peppers and they were good but not my favorite and we all know how much I love my stuffed peppers to I'm picky. Now my favorite part was how friendly all of the staff was! We were seated right away, drink orders taken timely and also took the food order since we seemed to be ready judging by the closed menus and the food came out really quick for how busy they were. The prices were great given all the food you get and how the service is spot on! read more

Jades Restaurant - Cajun "breaded" fish. More like just a broiled fish with seasoning but still very good (small order and tons of food) - Burgers Near Me - Depew, New York

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Finally got here for a fish fry, love that their salads and their French fries are homemade! read more

Jades Restaurant - Cajun fish, not sure why it was in pieces but did like that it was skinless! - Burgers Near Me - Depew, New York

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Fish fry was some of the best I have had in Buffalo over 25 years! Salads were homemade as well, a great Friday night dinner. I cannot wait for more dine in restrictions to loosen as I will be there or getting to go every Friday read more

It's unsettling for me to have to write a review like this especially when everyone was so nice. Staff. Wow. You couldn't ask for a better staff and having worked in the restaurant business a good portion of my life, great servers, bartenders, and waiters are hard to find. These folks deserve five stars and then some. Atmosphere. Don't let the web site fool you: this place is crying out loud for a renovation. I could stand the bar but when you ask for a top shelf liquor and you get a well drink, something is wrong in the land of Oz. The food. The fish. One of my guests had the fried shrimp and I had one. Fantastic! Then came the Friday Fish Fry. The exterior of the fish was, well, fried but the interior was translucent. What is probably happening is that the fryer is too hot. It's hot enough to cook shrimp really fast (because they're small) but too hot to cook fish thoroughly. The fish appears to be done because the fryer grease is so hot, it shows like it's done when it isn't. Then there is the salt. The salads. The absolute best part of any fish fry is tasting that luscious fish with a taste of mac or potato salad (please STOP serving german potato salad with a fish fry, Buffalonians!). The mac salad would have passed except that someone in the kitchen really, really likes a LOT of pepper...and the cook is putting pepper on ALL of the salads. Note: Someone forgot to put a little vinegar in the coleslaw...or avoided doing so. The potato salad. Paprika. Need I say more? It was mushy, or a couple days old. Couldn't tell. Just dissatisfying. Again, too... much...pepper. What Jade's really needs is a chef who isn't over the age of 25. My guess is the cook is a man. Don't know. Just a guess. It's too bad. This place could really knock Buffalo's socks off...if they only knew how to keep it clean. read more

It's a WNY treasure, there's truly no better place to get a fish fry! I've been coming here my whole life from a newborn nearly 40 years ago to now. I had my bridal shower here over 10 years ago and now my boys get to experience the same great food. The owners may have changed over the years, but the food consistency and the service is always 5 stars! Support this local establishment and EAT LOCAL! read more

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We have had nothing but exceptional meals from Jades. I want to say that the Duck Soup is the "BEST" in the area. Patty is a courteous and caring hostess and I strongly recommend this restaurant. read more

The food here is excellent. We typically order a fish fry. The waitresses are always extremely pleasant and our bill is never over $50 .... which is extremely reasonable now a days! Always a pleasure visiting this establishment! read more

Before we try a new place for a fish fry I make a point of looking at their menu to make sure they have breaded fish as an option (not a fan of a lot of grease) So we head out to Jades Restaurant & I order a Breaded Fish fry. Waitress (new apparently) comes back a minute later & says she is sorry but they only do breaded fish fry's during the week not on Fridays Now does that make sense to not serve all your options on a day that EVERYONE goes out for a fish fry? And if your going to do such a odd thing as that..it should be stated on the menu! read more

First time dining at Jades last night. Great food! Friendly service. Delicious fish fry and homemade sides were terrific. Crinkle cuts fries were welcomed as you don't see them much at restaurants anymore. The cheese pierogies were on point! We will be back soon. read more

I've driven by this place a million times, I thought it was just a dive bar. I would have never known they had food unless I googled fish frys. My gf and I both got fish frys. The sides were pretty good. The fish was cooked perfectly but the oil they used definitely needed to be changed as it gave the batter an extremely bitter taste. I probably won't ever come back here for the fish, but I'm definitely interested in going back to try some other things on the pretty sizeable menu. read more

Wow is all I can say!! We went for a fish fry on Thursday to beat the Friday rush! Was seated right away. I have to say hands down the absolute best fish fry in buffalo. The portion was enough for 2 and all the sides are made fresh. The rye bread is brought in daily and the basket was refilled 3 x. Mike waited on us and was excellent. He also had us laughing the whole time with his one liners! Will definitely be back. read more

Jades Restaurant - Burgers Near Me - Depew, New York

The fish fry is one of the best around, but we stopped in tonight and my wife ordered the honey-dipped fried chicken, which apparently is specials-only item. We brought home the leftovers and I had a piece of the chicken, and it was the best fried chicken I have ever eaten. Please, Jade's, add this to your regular menu. It was that good. Additionally, they serve a rack of ribs on Wednesdays only that is also as good as they come. But that honey-dipped chicken, wow. Wow. Forget about Colonel Sanders or Popeye, this is how fried chicken is done. read more

Our waitress was great, very friendly. However the place needs a complete makeover. Place is old, small. Food is just ok.

Had fish fry several years ago and must go back but this time during lunch for a large fish fry. Dining is limited and place is packed and cramped on Fridays. read more

Every Friday my mother, grandmother and I went for a fish fry to a different restaurant each week. We did that for about 3 years. I think we hit just about every restaurant in WNY that had it on their menu. But we kept asking, "Why are we doing this? We already know who has the best." But, we wondered if maybe there were others that were just as good. We would be wrong. There was/is only one place that has the best and my entire family has now been going there for fish fries for the last 35 years. Jades... you just cannot beat their fish. Never fishy tasting, never tough, never bland. That said, I have never had a bad meal there... ever. Never had to send a meal back. Never had anything under or overcooked, cold when it should be hot or hot when it should be cold. I've never had anything but good, homemade food. They have catered everything from funeral breakfasts, to graduations, bridal showers, baby showers, and just about every other party my family has had... and guests have raved about the food every single time. They have a drop off buffet that comes piping hot and soooo fresh! Their breaded pork chops melt in your mouth as do the beef rolls. Their Polish platter gives you a nice variety of foods. From soups to sandwiches and everything in between... there is something for everyone! The only thing I wish they would do is remodel... tear out that old bar and replace it with something more updated. The liquor display could be more tidy... more pleasing to the eye. Also it would be great if they knocked out the wall where the pool table used to be and open the restaurant up a little more since the restaurant can be a little cramped sometimes. UPDATE 10/28/17: Jades has been sold and has new management. The pluses.... food tastes the same. Thank God!! :) Seems as if they're the same recipes, which is great. They remodeled and it looks very pleasing when you walk in. It's clean and tidy. I like the seating area when you first come in. This is when they should ask if you'd like a drink, (would bring more money into the bar and give the customers something while waiting). Prices don't seem to have changed and if they have, it's not noticeable. They removed the ceiling fans, and that was a mistake. It's hot in the summer... very hot. If you ask them they will bring out a big fan, but there really isn't anywhere to put it, and one time the waitress quickly sat a person right in front of it. We had to leave. :( The only a/c seems to be in the very front across from the bar and it's a small one that does not cool the whole place. They should do something about that. When people feel comfortable, they want to come back! Now they're only open 4 days a week... Wednesday through Saturday. Not sure why, but it seems every time my friends and I want to go out, it's a Tuesday after work. We miss them not being open Tuesday through Sunday. All in all, the food is still great, and that matters most. Keep up the great work! read more

Hole in a wall kind of a place. Great Fish Fry at a reasonable price! Only con is the place is kind of small and some side tables (tables for two) are very small. read more

Why wait till Friday to get a great fish fry? Here, it's excellent. I only wish they hadn't run out of German potato salad that evening. In addition, the server was prompt and attentive. I will definitely be back. read more

Jades Restaurant - Large fish fry, big enough to share. Excellent. German potato salad had run out that evening. - Burgers Near Me - Depew, New York

The new Soup and salad bar caught my eye so I rounded up some friends for a mid-week dinner. The salad bar was small but fresh, the 3 different soup choices were great. For my entrée I went with the fish fry, hands down the best one I have ever had. The crunchy texture it had was great! More than enough food with the sides and the price cannot be beat! Awesome service from Trish We will be back again soon! read more

Well, hello little diamond in the rough. This place SCREAM old school Depew Bar. For a second I felt like I was on the set of the Magnificent 7. I have been here a few times for wings and Fish Frys which are so far out of this world Matt Damon could have had them when he was stuck on Mars. But now with new owners it was a crap shoot what we were going to get. I rolled the dice on a Bacon Blue Burger, girlfriend got a chicken sandwich. I wasn't expecting anything crazy as the place was very quiet for a Thursday and I was cautiously optimistic on what would come out from the doors to the kitchen. From a far it looks as though 2 Galapagos turtles were on our plates. This made Red Robin look like white castle. Holy Cow... ha but really this thing was huge. Both were big enough to fill Paul Bunion. Fantastic! Fresh cut fries.. are you kidding me. the worst part was having to get out of my seat after adding 6 lbs of food. Service was very good as well. Don't expect to be walking into a fancy place but trust me looks are deceiving. I WILL BE BACK!! read more

Do not buy or eat fish from here!!! Unless you like emergency rooms! Purchased baked and deep fried. The oil from the fried was so greasy it was running out of the corner of the cardboard box it came in. Both fish were bitter and sour. Should have in the dumpster, not my plate. read more

Had take out fish fries and a Caesar salad. The salad was warm because it was on the bottom of the hot food. It was wilted and the dressing did not even taste like Caesar salad dressing. As for the fish fries the food was mediocre at best. Big disappointment. read more