Fish Type: Walleye Price: $14.00
Overall, I would highly recommend this Fish Fry.
Fish Score: Excellent Potato Score: Excellent Tartar Score: Excellent Bread Score: Good Miscellaneous Score: Good |
Comment: It would be nice if there were more places like Dexters. It would be nice if more places had a huge beer selection, but still had your old favorite around. It would be nice if more places made you feel like your business was appreciated, rather than expected. And it would be really nice if more places had an amazing Fish Fry, but also enticing choices for those not in the mood for fish. It would be nice if there were more places like Dexter's, but in reality there just aren't.
We had day-after-Thanksgiving guests in town, and they happened to be freshwater fish fans. Since I know Dexters knocks that ball out of the park I decided to fall back on the old mainstay (again). We arrived a little early, had a drink the bar, and eventually found our way to the dining room. As I predicted, it wasnt terribly busy since it was the day after Thanksgiving and we were able to get a table at our leisure (rest assured, this is normally not the case on Friday nights). While I wanted to try the Wild Caught Bering Sea Cod I just couldnt bring myself to do it, especially after noticing the equally untamed sounding Wild Caught Walleye. It was a fishly dilemma to be sure, but one of the most delicious variety.
The walleye came in no time and looked just fabulous. The single flaky fillet was large and in charge, and lorded over the frydom with a subtle intimidation. The meat on the monster was moist and tender, and paired perfectly with Dexters seasoned breading. The coating clung to the fish with magnificent force, and stuck to the fingers like cotton candy. The saccharine goodness was sweet and spicy, and necessitated some serious digit-licking just like one needs after gorging on a bag of Nacho Cheese Doritos.
If you get the lake perch at Dexters sometimes theyll drape them over the top of your fries creating a delicious, edible rainbow (if you get the walleye, forget about it - its too damn big to be draping anywhere). Regardless of whether theyre used as a prop or just come on the plate, the spuds will be plentiful and delicious. The waffle versions are simply amazing, and the garlic-chili rendition isnt all that far behind. It is pure potato perfection at Dexters, and you cant really go wrong with any of the options.
The roll was just a roll, and Dexters knows this - as long as its there its something. Dexters new slaw on the other hand, was something different all together. It looks like, and I may be saying this prematurely, but it looks like, Dexters has finally figured out the coleslaw conundrum. This rendition was easily the best weve had at Dexters, and was creamy and fresh without any of the overpowering flavors were accustomed to. Finally, Dexters. Finally.
If the fourth Thursday of every November is Thanksgiving, then every fourth Friday of November should be something too - a celebration of returning to normalcy, returning home, and returning to the Fish Fry. This year we celebrated at Dexters and as per usual, it was a festive one. Everyone was thrilled with their food (including the vegetarian in the group), and had no problem commenting on that fact. Overall, we highly recommend the walleye at Dexters, and dont be surprised if it shows up in our Top 25. It is just that good.
www.dexterspubmadison.com/
301 North Street
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 244-3535