Most likely the best perch lunch I ever had. Moist and light with good portion. You'll need extra tarter sauce. Atmosphere is unique and eclectic. A collectors dream. Sat at the bar and had great service. Looking forward to my next visit. read more

The ambiance was quirky. The waitress was quick to take our order and food arrived quickly. We ordered a half plate of perch and an appetizer of fried mushrooms. The mushrooms were tasty but the perch had a lot of tiny bones and wasn't as flavorful as the lunch we had elsewhere the previous day in Vermilion. read more

Strange place... full of lots of "stuff" if you like that kind of place. Main reason for the rating is .... Perch was really good and a lot of it. read more

We haven't had an opportunity to visit Tackle Box 2 in a hot minute, but today we happened to make the trip yo Fremont, so we stopped in for a late lunch. Even at 2:30 on a Saturday afternoon, it was busy. Got even busier by the time we finished eating. We split a pound of perch with fries and Cole Slaw. Probably more than what we should've consumed, but it was better than good! The perch is very lightly battered and done to perfection. I also enjoy the cole slaw. The ambiance? Wow! Eclectic and ever evolving is the only way to put it. Every time you visit, there is something new to look at. Most definitely keeps your eyes busy. A very relaxed atmosphere on the waterfront in Fremont. A go-to for a great perch dinner. They also have fantastic frog legs - just sayin'... The full bar is also a bonus for the patrons to have a few libations during their time at Tackle Box 2. read more

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Neat and quirky little place. Service was good and I highly recommend the perch. And the fries were delicious. Had this neat little truck/boat out front on the water read more

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Heard the fish was good. In the "man cave" by the entrance there was a large grey bust of Trump. They seated us at the bar and there was a 14" diameter cardboard cutout of his head taped to the wall, staring at us throughout the meal. There were several fake bills with his face on them taped to a glowing Budweiser zeppelin, a large candle that said Trump Vance 2024 and a slideshow on a TV that repeatedly featured Harris' 226 electrical votes versus Trump's 312. The food was decent and the service was good but I couldn't wait to get the hell out of there. read more

Fried perch and fresh cut fries. We ordered a pound of perch with a side of fries and coleslaw. The slaw was onion heavy which I'm not a fan of. The fries were skin on, fresh cut and came without salt. The perch was crisp, hot and had a good texture and taste. The interior of the place is eclectic but very clean. Waitress was great! Super friendly and jovial. We went on a weekday but i can only assume weekends are gonna be the busy time. read more

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Very cool place and the food was very good, not amazing but the service and environment make for a cool experience! Also, prices are more than fair! read more

Tackle Box II - Perch, slaw and fries! Portions are legit! - Seafood Near Me - Fremont, Ohio

Everything was ok. Great ambiance but the food was just ok. Service was excellent. Would go again.

Very welcome feeling upon arrival and very delicious food and service always wonderful been going there for year the hidden gem on the river !!! read more

Some of the best Lake Erie perch I've had! Great out of the way place on the water in Fremont OH. Very eclectic collection of Americana that makes this place special. The servers were very accommodating and this rustic place is accessible for anyone with mobility issues. I loved the vibe and lived my terrific Lake Erie perch. On this trip I had a perch sandwich up along the lake near Port Clinton. But I have to say this perch at Tacklebox 2 in Fremont was better. I highly recommend this unique place if you are looking for hidden gem. read more

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Awesome place. Very unique experience. So many cool things to look at. The food was excellent. We enjoyed everything we had.

if i weren't out to eat with family i would've immediately stood up after i saw all the trump propaganda plastered all over the walls :/ i came in here to enjoy a meal not to be bombarded with politics read more

No frills. Eclectic decor and great fish. I had the walleye and it was excellent. Looking for a time to get back for their Perch.

For Fremont, the food was good. The service was good. The atmosphere was eclectic and fun. I would recommend this place and would definitely be returning when I'm back in town.! read more

Great food and service! This was our first time and will definitely be back next time I'm in the area!

The food is great, especially the perch sandwiches and meals. The staff are nice, but sometimes have to wait. The ambiance is ok. read more

For a Fremont Ohio restaurant their Pearce fish is some of the best I have had. The atmosphere is great there is so much decor you never get bored looking at things. However with so much decor it makes for cramped table space. Staff was great and friendly. I'm going back read more

The fish at tackle box 2 is always excellent. The inside is overloaded with every decoration and collectible you can think of. It has a key west vibe with the decor and the view of the water. Be prepared to wait if they're busy, but it's worth it. The service, ehhhh it's hit or miss, you just overlook it. read more

Tackle Box II - Perch sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Fremont, Ohio

We were told about The Tackle Box by our cousin, so we drove up to meet them there. Fabulous perch and fries! Incredible coleslaw too. The inside is a sight- so much going on that I found myself chuckling at the decor. Worth the drive. read more

Tackle Box II - Sitting outside at The Tackle Box and a train goes across the bridge. - Seafood Near Me - Fremont, Ohio

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Quite disappointing. Not the restaurant itself, but the food was, at best, average. This is a unique place. Fun. But there was no air conditioning the day we went. And it's not well kept. Not dirty - messy. Gift shop was a total mess. Still , a decent vibe along the river. Food? Average. In fact, not feeling well the next day. Glad we went - will not need to go back. read more

Great place overlooking the Sandusky River. Delicious perch and walleye; the best around that isn't on the lake. Fried Mushrooms and fries are hand cut skins on and crispy and served hot. I also recommend the Fried Bologna sandwich (even the little one will fill you up!) You get a feeling you are on a beach somewhere. Fun eclectic interior with lots of outdoor eating as well. read more

Cool atmosphere with a ton of memorabilia and collectibles wall to wall and on the ceiling. The pearch basket was really good as well as the coleslaw. They don't accept American Express read more

Service was good but food was not to their normal standard. The perch used to be the best around but not during this visit. read more

100% recommend it! We have been here several times and they are very consistent with everything. The Pollock is tender and amazing. The clams are awesome. The only thing that I noticed this time was that the fish came on top of our fries. Which caused the fish to drain on our fries. Totally fine because I was there for the fish! I might explore the end next time..... Naw..... read more

Decor is off the wall crazy and wild and fun one way to past the time when waiting for the your food . Was super busy so service was slow but understandable and it's it worth its wait ! Walleye and perch was awesome read more

OMG!! This nostalgic restaurant serves up the freshest Lake Erie perch you'll find anywhere! And you better bring your appetite! Not only is the perch absolutely delicious but the homemade fries are outstanding! If you like fried bologna sandwiches, then try one of their 2-inch thick monsters. HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS RESTAURANT! read more

We love coming to this place! Definitely a hidden gem! Because its location is along the river, it is not visible from any roads. If you are a lover of fresh, Lake Erie perch, this place is a MUST! It can be busy and they do not take reservations, so if you go during peak times you may wait to be seated. Once you are seated, service is super fast and friendly! read more

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The food was great. Quick service. All the staff were so friendly. Amazing view of the river from almost all seating area. And the atmosphere was awesome!!! read more

Great place for lunch. Every table order fried perch. This is their specialty it comes with french fries, coleslaw, and tartar sauce.

Here visiting Fremont after moving away about 25 yrs ago to visit family. Imagine my surprised when I learned of the "Tacklebox II". Yearning for a good fix of pearch at the Tacklebox was a treat. Interesting decor, reasonable price, delicious perch and prompt service during our visit. What more could a guy ask for? read more

Fun place with a cool decor. Perch was perfect, fries that tasted like potatoes. Cole slaw yum!!!! Margaritas, beer and other drinks. Look around while there. So many things to see. read more

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Everything was horrible in there. Staff is rude. Food was awful.Perch was not even warm and we waited over an hour for it. They forgot our condiments. Waitress never came back until she brought the check. I still had to pay for the food. I couldn't wait to get out that he'll of a mess. read more

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Great food and service. Perch sandwich was fantastic. Cool interior with decorations. Great location and deck outside. read more

It's been a long time since I've been in a restaurant this bad. The restaurant was described as having a river view. Well, it has a view of an ugly parking lot with a not very attractive river in the background. My husband and I started with the loaded fries. They were made with poor quality ingredients. For instance, the bacon bits were clearly out of a bag, and the cheese sauce was probably out of a can. For the main course, we ordered the breaded perch expecting fresh, local fish. It never occurred to us to ask given that it was supposedly the house specialty. When we got it, it tasted frozen, so we asked. It was frozen from Canada. Give me a break! Don't give the impression on your menu that you are serving a local specialty and then serve frozen fish from another country. The coleslaw was okay. The onion rings were frozen. I got the impression that everything here was out of a bag, can, box or frozen. If you want fresh, local food, go elsewhere. read more

Excellent service. Unique atmosphere great food. Had the perch it was fantastic. Highly recommend this experience

I love this place! The perch is so fresh & delicious. Service is sincere, attentive, & kind. Ambiance sooooo delightfully quirky. A joy. I have some observations for people with limited mobility: (1) the parking lot is gravel; (2) the ramp up to the restaurant is steep; (3) there are only a couple of "low" tables (vs high tops), so expect to wait for one; (4) neither a walker nor wheelchair fit through the doorway to the women's restroom. read more

This is my favorite place to eat when i'm in fremont!! I love it! Their food is amazing! I had amazing service!! The people are great and i got to know the little god named Bouy!! i think that's how you spell it lol! read more

I have been here several times over the years and it has been consistently good. I drive over 60 miles to get here. Lake perch is great! The fries 1/2 square sticks cut fresh. Coleslaw is good too. Full bar. I enjoyed the outdoor patio today! read more

Tackle Box II - Outdoor patio over looking the Sandusky river. - Seafood Near Me - Fremont, Ohio

This place is fantastic! Awesome food, great service. Nice outdoor seating. Not pretentious at all. Huge portions. Highly recommend.