Fish Shack is a highly rated restaurant in Guttenberg, IA 52052, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a casual, quiet atmosphere and fast service. Guests enjoy outdoor seating, dine-in, takeaway, and delivery options, along with table service and a menu that includes comfort food, healthy options, small plates, quick bites, beer, and alcohol.
Known for serving a local specialty, Fish Shack is a popular choice for solo dining and relaxed meals throughout the day. The restaurant also offers wheelchair-accessible restroom facilities and accepts cash only.
Visit Fish Shack at 518 Fish Market Ln, Guttenberg, IA 52052, United States, and see why customers rate it 4.8 out of 5 based on 241 reviews.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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We love the Fish Shack! Been coming for years, can’t beat the water view, friendly service from Mike, and a great variety of home cooked meals. Gotta try the kool-aid pickles! Highly recommended.
The food was delicious and affordable with a great view! Need I say anymore?! Really cool vibe, the staff was very sweet and the gentleman even gave us recommendations on places my boyfriend and I could stop at on our drive through Iowa! We both had the channel fish sandwich and it was SO fresh and delicious. Definitely get a side of fries because those were fantastic too. I also have no idea how they pickle their pickles (haha!) But you get a tiny piece of what looks like a pickle with your meal and it tastes like fresh watermelon but looks like a pickle. Crazy! Enjoy your meal and drink with a beautiful view of the Mississippi River with lots of pelicans!
A very special, one of a kind place, just amazing. It's the perfect spot on the river to watch the world go by, and the homemade food happens to be great too. BBQ rib sandwich, mashed potatoes, calico veggies, and cheese curds were all great. Vintage maritime decor, laid back atmosphere, friendly staff. Mike the owner engaged everyone, asking how the food was and if they needed anything. An honest and kind-hearted person, he really made the experience perfect. Only open May - October. Closing for the season soon I heard, so get there while you can.
Cool and unique. Enjoyable visit with decent bar style food. Burger was good, like a diner. Steak sandwich wasn't bad, like a chopped steak. But, the sausage and smoked kraut was amazing! Highly recommend this order, plus a few Hamm's to wash it down. Note -- CASH ONLY.
Love the classic ambiance. Old mismatch chairs, amazing view, binoculars at all tables. Looking for healthy fare? We got the cold smoked fish plate. We also got deep fried fish that was literally caught and cut within moments of deep frying. Definitely a destination. Find it love it.
The Fish Shack exceeded expectations. It’s a unique, Mississippi River experience. The fish was fresh caught from the river. I got the fried catfish, apple pie beans, fries, and the apple and pumpkin rolls. Everything was absolutely delicious. The owner was friendly and seemed to really take pride in his service and food. I definitely recommend if you want a unique and fun experience!
Excellent seafood and catfish! Great service, and the best view of the river in town.
Bucket List if you’re trying to find a river queen gem. Mike will be sitting at the chair telling you everything about the menu & history. Pickled Fish, Apple Pie Beans, Vinegar Pie, to add to the local channel cat & Flatfish dinners. One of the best spots I’ve ever found.
Food was good but a bit over priced on the catfish dinners. The shrimp dinner had lots of shrimp, potatoes and corn. The atmosphere is the whole reason we picked this place! And the service was Great!
The Fish Shack was recommended to us for a "unique experience" and it didn't disappoint. We checked first about gluten free and they were just working on a new breading for their catfish and were very for tips about the best way to do it. Both our catfish meals were delish and even tried the "Apple Pie Beans". Fries have a rice flour dusting that makes them extra crispy and so good! On the river with a cute and inviting vibe. Nice people.
Common questions about Fish Shack
Fish Shack is located at 518 Fish Market Ln, Guttenberg, IA 52052, IA 52052, United States.
Fish Shack has a rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on 241 customer reviews.
Fish Shack features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Fish Shack features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
Fish Shack features the following highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty.
Fish Shack features the following popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Fish Shack features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Comfort food, Healthy options, Quick bite, Small plates.
Fish Shack features the following dining options: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Seating, Table service.
Fish Shack features the following amenities: Restroom.
Fish Shack features the following atmosphere: Casual, Quiet.
Fish Shack features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists.
Fish Shack features the following payments: Cash only.
Fish Shack features the following children: Good for kids.
Fish Shack features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
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