Flying Fish restaurants across North Texas are presenting their version of Surf and Turf through August 31.
Peel back the lid on tinned Portuguese sardines in olive oil ($12) or a can of all beef Vienna sausages ($15), both served alongside Saltine crackers. A mélange of mayo, yellow mustard, a shake of Worcestershire sauce and a squeeze of lemon juice accompany the ready-to-eat tinned fish.
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Flying Fish, the fast-casual seafood eatery founded by restaurateurs Shannon Wynne and Larry Richardson is now open at 4032 Preston Road in the former Dickey’s BBQ space. Inspired by the East Texas seafood joints on area lakes and especially Caddo Lake, Flying Fish has eleven outposts throughout Texas and Arkansas.
Offerings include grilled plates prepared traditional, snappy or with garlic butter, crab, oysters and shrimp, fried catfish, fish fillets and Southern specialties such as po’ boys, jambalaya, grits and gumbo. Ice cold beer, wine and margaritas are also available.
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Flying Fish, the laid-back seafood joint from restaurateurs Shannon Wynne and Larry Richardson, is reeling in another Plano location — this one at 4032 Preston Road, taking over the former Dickey’s BBQ space. Inspired by the East Texas lakefront seafood shacks of Caddo Lake fame, Flying Fish has become a Southern favorite, with eleven locations across Texas, Arkansas, and Tennessee.
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All Flying Fish restaurants in Texashonor “Big Tex” and the State Fair of Texas September 26 – October 18 with over-the-top menu specials in addition to the popular seafood menu.
Featured offerings include Grits on a Stick and Gumbo house-made grits deep fried on skewers and served in a bowl of seafood gumbo and Deep Fried Strawberry Key Lime Pie (key lime pie and strawberry coulis, deep fried with cinnamon flour, topped with powdered sugar and served with cinnamon sugar whipped cream).
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Flying Fish restaurants are celebrating Mother’s Day in style on Saturday, May 11, by offering moms a special treat—choose a complimentary margarita, frozen Tito’s and lemonade, or a slice of key lime pie. It’s their way of saying thanks to all the amazing moms out there, and it’s available all day at every Flying Fish location.
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Dallas is a major culinary hub, boasting a diverse array of dining options that cater to every palate. Whether you’re a fan of international flavors or classic American fare, the city’s food scene has something special waiting for you. This week, we spotlight five standout restaurants that promise not only delicious food but also memorable experiences.
From tapas to seafood, each of these restaurants brings its unique flair to the table, making them worthy of your time and taste buds. Let’s dive into the must-visit spots that should be on your radar this week.
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All Flying Fish restaurants in Texas honor “Big Tex” and the State Fair of Texas September 27-October 20 with over-the-top menu specials.
Offerings include:
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The Flying Fish looks and feels like it has been in business since the post war era but in fact Shannon Wynne designed and opened his first casual seafood restaurant in Little Rock, Arkansas in 2002. The Flying Fish serves catfish, shrimp, oysters, crawfish and other seafood. Wynne expanded the restaurant throughout North Texas with locations in Addison, Dallas, Garland, Fort Worth, and Arlington. There is also a location in Memphis, Tennessee. All equally as tacky as the very first location in the land of Clinton’s, but so much more savory. Continue reading
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