#57: Fish and Chips at Llywelyn's

By Erika Miller Mon., Oct. 3 2011 at 10:00 AM

Categories: Gut Check's 100 Favorite St. Louis Dishes

Erika Miller

Following closely on the heels of fish and chips in terms of prevalence on any pub menu is the sandwich version - a piece of fried fish on a bun. Fish sandwiches can range from the blah to the greasy, but at Llywelyn's Pub (4747 McPherson Avenue; 314-361-3003), the full flavor of fish shows up in the beer battered cod sandwich.

A flaky, tender piece of white fish is deep fried until just crispy. The batter on the fish manages to avoid being too soggy or too crunchy - it's just right. It's served lying belly-up on a soft cheese hoagie with slices of red onion and tomato. Lettuce, lemon wedges and a bowl of creamy tartar come on the side and the malt vinegar is ready and waiting on the tables. For only $8.95, you can get an authentic fish and chips experience -- whether the "chips" you choose are pub fries, skinny fries or Llywelyn's famous chips.

Beginning last year, RFT restaurant critic Ian Froeb counted down -- in no particular order -- 100 of his favorite dishes in St. Louis. Now Gut Check has taken up where he left off. Check back frequently as we detail our 100 favorites, and don't hesitate to send us yours, too, either via the comments thread or at tips@riverfronttimes.com.

Previously:

#58: Chicken Kabob at Al Waha
#59: Seafood Ravioli at Gian-Tony's Ristorante