Fish Type: Walleye Price: $18.00
Overall, I would recommend this Fish Fry.
| Fish Score: Good Potato Score: Good Tartar Score: Fair Bread Score: Good Miscellaneous Score: Excellent |  |
Comment: There are some places that just get it when it comes to Fish Fry. They don’t overthink it, they keep it simple, and they execute. Hank's is one of those places.
The Musky was hoppin’ at 5:00 when we pulled in but after a quick drink order we scored a quartet of stools at the bar. We wasted little time with the QR code menu, and had our trays in well less than the estimated eight minutes.
Hank is currently slinging perch, walleye, and pollack and since I haven’t had the walleye I gave it a shot. All the fish share the same bubbly beer batter, and of those I’ve tried, I think it works the best on the walleye. The meatier freshwater fillets handle the beer batter well and don’t get totally overshadowed by it. It’s more balanced than the perch or bluegill and next time I’d go for the walleye again.
The $18 fish comes with sides of waffle fries, slaw, and tartar and I added on a biscuit for $2.50. The waffle fries are Hank’s standard which are appropriately portioned and well-fried. The slaw is clearly house-made with a cool and creamy consistency and pleasant flavor. The tartar is on the thin side with a notable lemony essence while the biscuit was flaky and hearty and a nice addition that helped round things out. All in all, the sides do their job and make this Fish Fry the full meal deal.
The Musky has definitely found its groove and has become a hub of activity in the neighborhood. The ambiance is great, the drink selection is vast, and having Hank’s back there really makes it something more. Overall, we recommend this Fish Fry and think you should probably get it too.hanks-101119.square.site/
4102 Monona Dr
Madison, WI 53716
