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Real Southern seafood. No shortcuts.
Crispy catfish, Cajun shrimp & grits, po'boys piled high — cooked fresh every day in Lakewood.
Pearl's recipes. Every plate.
Chef Just Q grew up cooking his grandmother Pearl's Gullah Geechee recipes — and he brings that same care and heritage to every dish.
The food
Catering for your next event
We feed corporate crowds, wedding receptions, and everything in between — 20 to 200 guests.
Southern roots, Lakewood soul
Hot Fish House is a story that starts with a trailblazing grandmother in Charleston, SC, and lands — crispy, bold, and unapologetically Southern — on a plate in Lakewood, Washington.
What our guests are saying
This was another amazing food choice. The catfish was tasty..crispy..and flavored to perfection. The fried okra was on fire!! The hot wings were great ( per my niece) . The shrimp were jumbo sizes and seasoned very well ( per my nephew). Overall 10 out of 10 and we will be back again. We even got t
Marlena Y
I have been to this location 7 times since March 1, 2026. This is hands down my FAVORITE place to eat at in the state of Washington. The food is well seasoned, cooked to perfection and comes out in a timely manner. The staff instantly felt like family all the way to the owner. Every single time I am
Destiny Brown
Finally made it here for some lunch. Food is delicious, service was great and it was hopping when I walked in. People behind the were counter super friendly, owner even came out and talked with us and the other tables. Shrimp and grits, collards and cat fish were all fire. Mmm and they have swee
Paul Lutz
Customer Service 20 out of 10. Your wonderful staff reminded me of a time when happy professional and personable employees were the norm. Your staff took time to explain the menu offerings & when I couldn’t decide they went over additional options that could perhaps appease the two individuals I wa
JTLaFay
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We are known for Fried Shrimp, Jambalaya, Wings, Po Boy, Collard Greens, Catfish Po Boy, Fast Food, Fish and Chips, Catfish, Oyster Po Boy, Fish, Southern Food, Oyster, Shrimp Po Boys, Shrimp Po Boy, Shrimp, Grits, Oysters, Cajun Food, and Soul Food
Where are you located?
We are located in Lakewood, WA at 3926 100th St SW
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Lakewood, Monta Vista, Clover Park, Clinton Park, Parkland, McChord AFB, Interlaken, Larchmont, Lake City, Peach Acres, University Place, Midland, American Lake Garden Tract, Tillicum, Fircrest, Steilacoom, Allison, Pioneer, Clover Creek, and Brookdale.
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