The "cod" was not as good as that produced by my standard of reference, Hungry Pelican. But it was way better than my last disappointment, that served by Kingfish, which was actually tan or brownish in color, way off my expectations for quality. Good cod is pure white. That said, Shark's was carefully prepared, almost pure white except for one piece that was strangely a little glassine in color, and all the pieces were uniform in size, doneness and quality. It tasted good, but had an odd chewy stringyness at one edge of each filet.
The 6 piece jumbo shrimp my wife ordered were more successful, cooked perfectly so as to result in that slight pop you get before it's overcooked. It was delicious, too. The fries were cooked so about half of them were crispy. I like mine more crispy, but most would be happy with this mix of some crisp and some a little soft. These fries were treated with something to enhance their finish, something I don't prefer but which more and more places use rather than just getting the natural fry to crisp up. It helps to fry them in two stages, something few will do, because it's labor intensive. All in all, a successful dinner, but one which will send me back to Hungry Pelican for the cod I...
Read moreAfter reading the reviews, I was highly excited there was a fish and seafood place in Hikes Point because the quality and proportions of Captain D's has gone downhill.
I ordered the two-piece white cod fish dinner with a drink that came out to $12. I was highly disappointed when my food came out. The fish look like it came out of a Gordon's fish box from the Kroger right next door. The hush puppies were dinky, and the size of the coleslaw in the cup was very small.
I honestly could have gotten a better fish dinner by going to the Kroger next door and getting a box of Gorton's fish sticks.
Even Captain D's would have been step up over Sharkys. Both of these options would have been half the price for better quality food versus Sharkys.
Sharkys really needs to do its homework and make major improvements on traditional english-style fish and chips, as well as the quality of the seafood. I have had traditional fish and chips in England, and Sharkys doesn't even compare (again, Gordon's out of the box would have been better).
Until Sharys makes major improvements, Mike Linnig's and Kingfish will get...
Read moreI tried Sharks Seafood only to be amazed by the taste and quality of the fried cod I ordered! It was so good I went back the next night for a repeat performance and was not disappointed! Three pieces of fried cod and two sides for $12.99. I enjoy fish if it's grilled, baked or fried, and this fish was delicious and I was impressed. I drive all over the county looking for delicious fish and Sharks Seafood is a winner! The dine in seating is tables and chairs and booths, plain and clean but nothing fancy. It's like a good diner seating. They have numerous fish options on the menu; I even noticed fried green tomatoes listed. I know I'll be going back to Sharks many times and sampling the varieties and menu choices. I don't know the history of the restaurant and who started it but I'm glad they did! You can order takeout or order and pay at the counter then take a seat and then be called when your...
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