City Fish & Chicken

4745 Morgan Ford Rd, St. Louis, MO 63116, United States
+1 314-481-0992
$$$ Restaurant
(29 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

City Fish & Chicken is a straightforward neighborhood restaurant located on Morgan Ford Road, offering a no-frills spot where locals drop in for reliably good fried fish and chicken. This place caters to those moments when you want a satisfying, home-style meal without the fuss of trendier dining options nearby. The atmosphere is casual and unpretentious, more functional than formal, with friendly service and a clean kitchen space that gets positive mention from regulars.

The menu centers on classic Southern-influenced fried dishes like catfish fillets and shrimp jambalaya, alongside sandwiches such as falafel and gyro wraps, each served with lemon pepper fries. Portions are generous, and prices stay reasonable, making it a popular choice for families or anyone looking for hearty comfort food. The style of cooking feels freshly prepared rather than mass-produced, which adds to the relaxed but dependable appeal.

This is the type of place to visit on a casual lunch or early dinner, especially when you’re in the mood for straightforward fried seafood or chicken without elaborate sides. It suits nearby residents well — those who want to quickly satisfy a craving for crispy chicken wings or fried catfish with minimal wait and a consistently clean environment. Early afternoons or weekdays seem ideal for a quieter experience, while weekend visits might feel busier since it doubles as a mini-market for some convenient snacks.

Overall, City Fish & Chicken offers a down-to-earth meal spot where the focus is on solid Southern comfort dishes, practical service, and neighborhood familiarity rather than dining polish. If you’re passing through the area or live nearby and want straightforward fried fish or chicken with fries served fresh and at a fair price, this is a dependable pick.

Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
What they serve
Comfort food
Quick bite
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Parking
Free of charge street parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 08:30 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 08:30 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 08:30 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 08:30 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 08:30 PM

29 Reviews
Sena Affiliate Resource Inc

04 Jan 2026

I assumed I'd be disappointed. Surprisingly, I was not. I ordered chicken wings and the were good! Good prices I'll try the fish next visit. Go ahead give em a try! They had some snacks too.

Kara C

26 Dec 2025

I rode past and saw this little hidden spot. I decided to order lunch here today, and everything was fresh and cooked to order. The kitchen is very clean, and the gentlemen working alone was polite. I will say I’m not sure if this is catfish. It seems more like Swai. I don’t mind, but just advertise as swai. The folks is still going to eat it lol

Alex Bright

01 Dec 2025

wonderful fish and chicken. kitchen was extremely clean. guy who took my order was polite. very impressed. will go back for sure

Nico Licavoli

22 Nov 2025

A great little mini market combination restaurant. I live nearby but it's one of the highlights in the neighborhood. Sure, the fancy bevo mill restaurant's across the street- but sometimes you just want some catfish or chicken and fries with some cheese or delicious fried mushrooms. These guys are perfect for when you have that hunger. 10/10 would recommend. My brother got us hooked on this place so thanks, Kevin!

Lana Diekemper

07 Nov 2025

Wasn't sure... but... this place really does have some of the best chicken and fish... and fries!!! Seriously, it was some of the best chicken. So surprised!!! Will be going back very soon!!! Don't miss out!!

Dawn Edwards

02 Nov 2025

Food is good! I love that it’s clean, nice looking. Doesn’t take long to get food but it’s not fast. Food is fresh when you get it

Leofo Django

30 Sep 2025

Great food and prompt service. Will definitely visit again

Zatar 123

24 Sep 2025

Great food. Generous portions. At a good price. Only downside is the waiting. One man operation and all cooked to order. So you are looking at 15 to 20 minutes or so. Worth the wait. But be ready to wait.

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