The food was absolutely amazing. We don't come on this side of town much so it exceeded our expectations. The service was great! Very fast and very clean. The staff were extremely friendly even though they were very busy. If you're in the area looking for above average quality of Cajun food, I definitely recommend this place. read more

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TLDR, it was good but not great. Came in for a weeknight dinner with the family. Sat quickly, the overall vibe of the location is fine, It's sort of giving the PE cookie cutter restaurant vibe, but it was clean and well put together so I'm really just being picky. I ordered the Tricky Fish (blackened). Presentation was good, the fish was cooked beautifully, the étouffée was a nice touch and the dirty rice was legitimately very good. The one big detractor was that everything on the plate was over salted. Service was good. Waiter was attentive and polite, food came out quickly. Overall, I'd come back, but it's not the top of my list. read more

Tricky Fish - Tricky Fish - Seafood Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

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10 out of 10! Only regret was not taking food pics. First time visit and made the 35 minute drive to meet family for lunch. They placed an order of hush puppies on the table while we reviewed the menu. Excellent! So good we ordered more as an appetizer. Most had the catfish platter the came with 3 filets, fries and slaw. Fish was moist and delicious. I had the blackened redfish that was covered in crawfish étouffée and served over a bed of dirty rice. Incredible! Included was a side of the fried okra that was so dang good. Not the typical breaded deep-fried, it was more like pan fried. Do not pass on the banana pudding! Restaurant very clean and staff was very friendly. Our server was Terrence and we will ask for him when we return. Can't wait to return. read more

Tricky Fish is a super cute spot for a date night!! We went on a Saturday and I did make a reservation just in case it was packed. They were busy but our server came within minutes of sitting down so no delays in service. Meredith was awesome and very personable! All the food was so good and the drinks were hitting the marks!! I definitely recommended Tricky Fish to anyone visiting Fort Worth. read more

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Large open bar at entry that can seat @ 40 patrons with smaller 2 seat tables in bar with a smaller dining area. Possibly a heavy focus on bar as it's a two page only menu with alcohol on the front, food on the back. Prices seem very reasonable. Old fashioned will set you back $13, glasses of wine in the 10-13 window. Great for fish fans with fried catfish and standard cod fish and chips and more classier dishes like blacked redfish, mahi mahi, shrimp and grits and more. I started with Boudin Balls which had 8-10 in the order. Took me all to decide if I liked them. For me missed the sausage profile and dirty rice texture but this seemed a different take served with hot "gravy" versus roumelade. I also missed the holy trinity flavor profile of peppers/onion/celery Surprised with jalapenonhush puppies which is complimentary to all tables. These were excellent. My entree choice was bourbon sherry and shrimp linguini. Sauce was fantastic. Generous shrimp portions. Possibly go to 8-10oz of pasta as I had a lot of sauce left would have loved more linguine. A couple of the shrimp were not completely cooked. These were larger profile shrimp and was a missed step. Staff was abundantly attentive. Mattie the hostess was wonderfully polite and friendly and even brought me my glasses I left at hostess stand when I looked at menu trying to decide if I would give this place a try. Someone please thank her for her smile and hospitality. It was originally created and launched in 2016-2017 by Razzoo's Cajun Café, an Addison, Texas-based restaurant company. After its early growth, it was later spun off/divested from Razzoo's in 2019. Following the spin-off, former Razzoo's president Chris Degan took control and became CEO/owner/operator of Tricky Fish. I think he is up to something good here. Couple little things and it's 5 star and when I'm back up in DFW for a convention center show I will likely check back. read more

Tricky Fish - Bourbon Sherry Linguine - Seafood Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

I really want to love this place because the food is SO good. I've been three times now, and unfortunately the bar service has been consistently disappointing. I've sat in the bar area each time, (different area every time) twice while working on school assignments and having a beer and appetizer, and this time having a beer and appetizer plus ordering dinner to take home. The restaurant has ranged from moderately busy to very quiet, so this hasn't just happened during a rush. Each visit, I've had to actively get someone's attention just to be greeted, get a menu, order, or close out. I've also watched the same thing happen to other customers. On one visit, a manager actually stopped eating his own meal to help a woman who had been sitting at the bar waiting because no one had gotten to her. Today was probably the most frustrating because the bar was not busy at all. After I was finished, I tried twice to get the bartender's attention (by name when she was less than 10' from me) to pick up my check, and it was another 17 minutes before she came back for it. I'm not expecting someone to hover over me.....especially when I'm clearly sitting there working.... but there's a big difference between giving a customer space and making them repeatedly work to get service. That's what makes this so frustrating: the food is genuinely excellent and I WANT to come back. But after three visits with essentially the same service experience, it's clearly becoming a pattern. Great food deserves equally good service, and I really hope the bar service improves. read more

Hits and a few misses. Fate brought us here. We were in the "neighborhood" and my sister needed to use the restroom so I decided to check out the menu. We have been here before but couldn't remember anything about the experience. (Not a good sign) We opted to have lunch. The beer battered cod caught our attention and the Parmesan Haddock sealed the deal. We started out with a side of the Fried green tomatoes. They were ok. Needed some "tanginess". Our waiter brought us a few hush puppies. Cheddar style with a little heat. Delicious! I ordered the Parmesan Haddock served over linguine. (Asked that the fish be served on a separate plate). The Haddock was a knock out solid home run. Flaky and tasty. The best tartar sauce ever to hit my Lips. Unique in every fantastic way. It's a must try. The linguine was ok. It's was missing tomatoes noted in the description. I also tried a cup of the kitchen sink gumbo. Major miss. Lacking flavor. On a rainy day you want your gumbo to have flavor. The toasted beget was slightly "burnt". My sister really enjoyed her beer battered cod. She's not a huge seafood/fish lover but enjoyed her sandwich and she bragged for 20 minutes on the Mac n cheese. The banana pudding is from another planet. It was delicious! Service. Greeted warmly and seated quickly. It took way too long to get tartar sauce. Asked for extra when ordering...especially for the sandwich and none was brought out with the food. A slight oversight but when we reminded our waiter it was still forgotten about and we had get up to go it. When the dessert was brought out our waiter cleaned the table and took our silverware. No biggie but an inconvenience. read more

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The food was good and the service is nice. I got my food to go and the mahi mahi was dry, but maybe it cooked more on the drive home. The vegetables and mashed potatoes were tasty. read more

Tricky Fish - Mahi Mahi w Loaded Mashed Potatoes - Seafood Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

We recently visited Tricky Fish for a celebratory lunch honoring a great friend, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. Our party of 11 truly enjoyed every last bite. The food was absolutely delicious, and the portion sizes were very generous. Started off with their sample of hush puppies and a side of butter. Highlights included the Kitchen Sink Gumbo loaded with shrimp, fish, chicken, andouille, and rice; the rich and flavorful Bourbon Sherry Shrimp Linguine each dish was prepared beautifully and full of flavor. On top of the great food, the service was outstanding. Cristal and Pantera took excellent care of our large group, keeping everything running smoothly with friendly, attentive service. This was the perfect spot for a celebration, and we'll definitely be back. Also they add 20% gratuity to eight or more as a group automatically read more

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The service at this place is above average, the ladies were great and even the manager came to check on us. We had the shrimp platter which as ok and their sauce was nothing to rave about but the Mac and cheese and calamari is. They were both delicious. That flash fried okra was a huge surprise and fried banana peppers yes that was it. Calamari was nice and crispy. Needed more seasoning but a lil Cajun seasoning always does the trick TRICKY FISH read more

Tricky Fish is a coastal cajun restaurant near Whole Foods. They offer lunch and brunch specials and cocktails specials daily. The food is great, very well seasoned with lots of flavor. The dining room is large and open. They also have a wonderful dog friendly patio. The service is good, the staff is very knowledgeable about the menu. Overall, really great. read more

Tricky Fish - Shrimp tacos lettuce wrapped - Seafood Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

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It was our first time here. It is a nice sized and bright space. Nice & attentive staff. Mostly tables vs booths (only seats 4 btw). My etouffe was tasty and mild Spicy (default). The kids meal was good quality & portion for my 7 y/o & came with a drink. Redfish dish was a good portion and tasty; okra was crispy fyi. The fried green tomatoes with shrimp and a nice shareable size and fresh. Bloody Mary was a hit. They do have week day happy hour food & drink specials which are tempting. Definitely worth a try if I'm a seafood mood. read more

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If you get excited about southern food and you think this place is season well it's not. It's very basic seasoning basic people. I'm from Southwest Louisiana looking for a good place That seasons heavy and never found one yet! I will keep looking! Dishes are very plain here read more

Tricky Fish - Seafood Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

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Great service and delicious food! We started out with the green fried tomatoes (loved them) and refreshing mules. The food portions were so generous that we were able to share with each other. I loved the shrimp boil; it was flavorful and not too buttery. The restaurant is modern and offers a relaxed atmosphere. We'll definitely be back! read more

This place delivers a polished yet relaxed dining experience that feels both refined and approachable. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere strikes a perfect balance -- coastal-inspired without being kitschy, lively without being loud. The seafood is clearly the star. Everything tasted fresh, thoughtfully prepared, and well-balanced. The flavors are confident but not overcomplicated, allowing the quality of the ingredients to shine. Each dish felt intentional, from presentation to seasoning. Service was equally impressive. Attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely welcoming, the staff enhanced the experience without ever being intrusive. Timing between courses was smooth, and recommendations were spot on. It's rare to find a place that feels elevated yet comfortable enough for a casual evening out. Whether you're planning a date night or a refined dinner with friends, this is a strong choice in Fort Worth's dining scene. A consistently excellent experience -- five stars, well earned. read more

We had an amazing experience at Tricky Fish! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The children's shrimp and rice meal was a huge hit -- the shrimp were tender and seasoned just right, and the rice was fluffy and delicious. It's not always easy to find a kids' meal that's actually good quality, but they nailed it! The mahi and shrimp tacos were absolutely outstanding. The fish was perfectly cooked, the shrimp were juicy, and all the toppings complemented everything beautifully. Every bite was fresh and full of flavor. And let's talk about the okra -- hands down the BEST okra ever! Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and not greasy at all. I could've ordered a second batch just for myself! Great food, great atmosphere, and we'll definitely be back. Highly recommend! read more

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I had the grilled shrimp po-boy with fries. The other person got soft shell blue crab po-boy. Slaw was a little flat , I like a more vinegary taste to my slaw. We had waters. I like the fact they bring you like a sealed container with water and she was a forward thinking waitress, brought ketchup before the meal. Atmosphere was very nice. Classic rock music with TVs playing sports but not too loud. Worth trying out imo. read more

The oysters were very good. We also had the catfish po boy & catfish & shrimp platter. Everything g was fresh and amazing. Our appetizer was fried green tomatoes. No photos ... i will be capturing them next time tho We went na k after the first posted review. So fresh and good! Service is alway amazing ! read more

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First time here for lunch at Tricky Fish. Was greeted with a smile upon entering and seated immediately. It has a nice bar area as well as tables. I was here right at noon on a weekday. I ordered the Fish & Chips which comes with fries and slaw. The plate/tray with the fish was presented well. The fish was delicious. It was hot and crispy. I liked the tartar sauce, it had a little heat. The slaw was ok and the fries could have been a crispier (personal preference). read more

Tricky Fish - Seafood Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

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I love this place food was amazing. The service is top tier not gone lie they were very helpful when it came to ordering food and having recommendations. Clean restaurant I go here at 4x a month lol. read more

I had the Mahi mahi, and while the flavor was good, it was a little over cooked. Service was excellent.

The food and service were both outstanding here. Friendly staff and the gumbo and redfish were both well above average

Repeat customers! Service is always friendly and unbeatable. Tonight was no exception. Crystal was awesome! 30A Queso with shrimp added was a nice starter along with the hush puppies during their happy hour. Good deals during happy hour! Family gave thumbs up on the Fish Sandwich with coleslaw and grilled Mahi Mahi with loaded mashed potatoes & grilled squash. Now, to the current special. Crab Stuffed Shrimp = OMG!!! Orzo pilaf with spinach, mushrooms, & grape tomatoes in a lemon butter sauce!!! read more

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Excellent delivery , food delicious, will definitely use service again Love the fish sandwich, presentation great, cooked to perfection read more

Food was good, ambiance ok and service pretty good (server was not the friendliest but got better as time went on). My husband had the bourbon sherry shrimp linguine and it was very good. Did not get a picture of that. read more

Tricky Fish - Fried shrimp platter - Seafood Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

Our server Zoie was lovely and the service was great. The three stars is for the food. I got the linguine with capers and the sauce was very bland and did not have any layers of flavor. No heat and the acid from the capers wasn't enough. My husband's mahi was tough and overcooked. The best part of my meal was the small Cobb salad I got, the dressing with all the ingredients was delicious. But, overall for the $93 price point, we were definitely disappointed with the quality. read more

Great service and food is amazing. The portion sizes are HUGE so keep in mind when you are ordering a meal. 10/10 try the fried green tomato's ! read more

This place is top notch! The hostess was so nice and cleaned a booth for us, and even double wiped it while seating us so it wasn't wet. I feel like that's an extra step that no one takes but means so much. Our server was very attentive and nice! The manager also came by several times to make sure everything was good and to even just chat and introduce himself to us. It felt a lot more personal than most places we've been! The food is hands down the best I've had in a while. I can't recall the last time every dish was good and this place hit above and beyond. We got the queso with blackened shrimp and calimari for apps, huge portions and so delicious!!! Everything is made in house and you can really taste the freshness of the food. For the main, we shared the bacon wrapped shrimp and just wow. Hands down the best shrimp I've had, so huge and juicy! The drinks are also worthy of a mention! We tried three different drinks and loved them all! Highly recommend and will absolutely be back with friends! Wish I would've gotten pics but we were starving and it looked too good to not dig right in! read more

Service was amazing. Our server was so attentive. She made my drink which was delicious. The place was very clean. The food stole the show. It was delicious. read more

Grease quality ingredients and the service is top tier. Make sure you're not driving if you're ordering drinks here. Very good and very potent. Great girls night location. read more

Been fans of Tricky Fish since it opened,and our last visit, 08.23.26 was just as good as our previous visits. From the menu to the management and kitchen, Tricky is first class. The servers remember you, the food is excellent, and managers check in with you to make certain everything met our expectations ! read more

Happy hour always goes well! The service is always great! All my bartenders are just wonderful! Today is St. Patrick's Day!!! read more

Tricky Fish - Seafood Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

We visited Tricky Fish on Sunday, November 2, 2025, for my cousin's 30th birthday gathering. The first part of our experience was extremely disappointing and honestly upsetting. Our group arrived around 4:00 p.m., and we got there a few minutes later around 4:20. My aunt let the host know we were with the same party -- they were seated at the high table to the right, and we were being sat right behind them. When my aunt asked if the tables could be pushed together so we could all sit as a family, Matt (the staff member) immediately said no and made it clear he wasn't willing to do that, even though the restaurant was basically empty at the time. Then he told my aunt he could ask us to leave -- which was completely unnecessary and disrespectful. His tone and attitude made it obvious that our presence as a large Black family bothered him. You could literally see the disgust on his face. At that point, my uncle stepped in to calm things down, and we decided to stay and make the best of it. But the energy was already ruined. The servers took a while to come over -- it was clear they were talking about what had happened instead of helping us. We finally went to the bar to get drinks, and that's where things started to turn around. The bartender was amazing -- so kind, professional, and welcoming. She didn't comp anything or make excuses, she just treated us like valued guests. Her attitude truly changed the mood for us. Bar drinks: 10/10 Food: 8/10 (but who messes up a Caesar salad?) Dear Tricky Fish, please do better. Everyone deserves to be treated with respect, no matter what they look like or how big their group is. We came to celebrate, to eat, and to enjoy being a family. It's sad that in 2025 we still have to experience this type of treatment. We refused to let it ruin our day -- but it definitely changed how we see your restaurant. read more

Service is always good and the food is consistently excellent. Great addition to the neighborhood.

Drinks were amazing! Strong and tasty! Bartender was sweet and pleasant. Location was nice and ambience was nice. Margarita was classic and nice flavor. Sunset on the Rox was delicious. Will return again. read more

Tricky Fish - Yummy cocktails - Seafood Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

love their food and service was really good. parking in this center is less than ideal.

There's nothing tricky about this place, it's a catch! Highlights include: 1. Complimentary hush puppies! (So good.) 2. Indoor or outdoor seating! (Patio is a win.) 3. Options, options, options! There are fishes of all kinds that you can request fried, grilled or baked. (It's up to you!) 4. Great service! (Water is never empty.) 5. You'll wanna go back!!! (Trust me.) read more

Tricky Fish - Fish & Chips - Seafood Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

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Food, Service, Ambiance all good, though I would love it if Corporate decided to add scenic film to all the windows so it looked like we had views of the beach. I got the MahiMahi on loaded mashed potatoes, with a nice blend of grilled zucchini and squash. So very good. I ordered it holding back any strong spices as I don't tolerate Cajun spices at all. It very tasty. I look forward to going back. We ate about 4:00 on a Saturday and there was no waiting. read more

Overall another great dining experience! The quality of the food is excellent! We did try the French toast sundae this time and it was delicious. read more

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Yesterday was 2nd time in the last month that I've grabbed a seat at the bar with girlfriends. Both times our bartenders have been very sweet, with a great balance of being attentive and chatting here & there but working the bar well where everyone is taken care of Parking- Large lot shared with other restaurants & stores, but parking seems to always be available. Ambiance- I enjoy the laid back environment, a few TVs for those watching sports, they have booths, tables and bar top seating options You can tell the bar has their regulars. Just over all a decent spot , decent prices and good food. read more

Tricky Fish - Blood Orange Mimosa - Seafood Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas