The reigning champ for the fourth year in a row, 4 Mile Restaurant and Bar (S5786 Highway 37, Eau Claire), is beloved by diners for its delectably cooked cod and deliciously crafted walleye. Whatever their seasoning is, they have their secret recipe tipped to perfection. Girolamo’s Court’n House Bar & Grill (113 W. Grand Ave., Eau Claire) brings to the table a beautifully fried fish special (on Fridays, of course). They also offer waffle fries – what more could you want? Connell’s Supper Club (18525 50th Ave., Chippewa Falls) broils and fries their fish with care/love in an award-winning super-club environment primed to please. — Kelly Carlson