We may not live near the ocean, but with our rivers and lakes, we Illinoisans are accustomed to having delicious fish. And, many people agree that the best fish is the kind you don't have to cook yourself! Countless restaurants throughout the state host an amazing fish fry each Friday. Here are some of the best:

1. Trio Grille (Marengo)

The fish at this restaurant comes with some unusual, but delicious sides! When you order it, expect some unique potato pancakes and sour cream.

101 Franks Road, Marengo

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2. Bonz Fire Grill (Benton)

Fridays are all-you-can-eat catfish days at Bonz Fire Grill! Starting at 11am, you can fill up on all the fish your heart desires.

1212 N. McLeansboro Street, Benton

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3. Market House Restaurant (Galena)

If you prefer more variety at a fish fry, you're in luck! Market House offers both chicken and fish during its weekly event.

204 Perry Street, Galena

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4. Boomerangs Bar & Grill (Urbana)

This fish fry consists of fried cod on a sandwich. It's served with classic sides: french fries and coleslaw.

1309 E. Washington Street, Urbana

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5. The Pepper Mill (Mt. Morris)

Fridays are fish day at The Pepper Mill, and you can get a nice big platter for $10.45. Before you order it, start out with the cream cheese jalapeno poppers; you won't regret it!

10 E. Hitt Street, Mount Morris

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6. Cutter's (Belleville)

At this restaurant, Fish Fry Fridays are all about choices. Whether you want to purchase it by the pound, as a platter with sides, or on a sandwich, they'll make sure it tastes delicious.

239 Carlyle Avenue, Belleville

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7. Steve's (Chicago)

Named the best fish fry in Chicago many times over, this spot is a must-try. Every Friday from 11:30am until 8:00pm, Steve's has an amazing all-you-can-eat special.

13200 S. Baltimore Avenue,

Chicago

https://www.cateringbysteve.com/" target="_blank">More information here

8. Lake Road Inn (Hudson)

All day every Friday, this restaurant turns into a fish lover's dream. All-you-can-eat fish with sides of fries and coleslaw are sure to fill even the hungriest stomach.

25106 N. 1750 East Road,

Hudson

https://www.lakeroadinn.com/" target="_blank">More information here

9. Hoffman House Restaurant (Rockford)

Expect delicious cod and walleye at this restaurant's Friday tradition. Each entree comes with a baked potato and warm bread.

7550 E. State Street, Rockford

https://www.hoffmanhouserockford.com/" target="_blank">More information here

Where's your favorite place to grab some fish on Friday nights? Let us know in the comments.

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