Fish Type: Lake Perch Price: $19.00
Overall, I would highly recommend this Fish Fry.
| Fish Score: Excellent Potato Score: Good Tartar Score: Excellent Bread Score: Good Miscellaneous Score: Excellent |  |
Comment: An example of all that is good and right in the world…lake perch from the incomparable Villa Tap.
As per usual, this perch was nothing less than outstanding. It’s 100% the genuine article (real deal yellow perch) and I know for a fact Chico would never settle for anything less. It’s fried to perfection - crunchy on the outside, supple on the inside with nary a drop of grease to be found. The breading is ideally seasoned, dancing with the sweet fillets in perfect harmony. It’s a beautiful thing to witness but even better to taste.
Chico is equally savvy with his salt shaker when it comes to the fries, while the tang of the tartar takes the perch to a whole other level. The roll is a noticeable step up from the basic bun, and the slaw does what it is supposed to do without trying to usurp the perch’s powers. Of course, I couldn’t help but tack on a couple jumbo shrimp because why the hell wouldn’t I? They can be had a la carte, and are incredible in their own right.
The Villa Tap continues to be one of, if not THE, absolute best Fish Frys in town and I can’t imagine why anyone would argue. Overall, we highly recommend this Fish Fry and just wish they could all be this good. Also, make use of the BOGO from the Mad City Cocktails book while you’re there…it’s the icing on the cake!www.facebook.com/ChicosVillaTap/?sk=timeline&app_data
2302 Packers Avenue
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 244-9627
