Kathleen's Catch

Been looking for a good seafood place and so happy to have this place in the neighborhood. Love going here. Both, the daily selections and the flash frozen stuff are great and they also do special orders if you are looking for anything specific that's not on site, which I will be doing more and more, so looking forward to working with the team on my silly cooking adventures. Always great oysters and can't wait to keep coming back :)

This place is without a doubt the greatest gem in this area. Their selection is truly amazing and so fresh. They can get any oyster anywhere in the world

The best fish/seafood around! The Atlanta area's best choice if you want that fresh seafood in the big landlocked city!

If you like to cook and seafood is something you are comfortable cooking then definitely check out Kathleen's Catch. It's a small seafood market run by Kathleen and her daughter and their supplier is Inland Seafood who supplies all the major restaurants in Atlanta. I usually get fish or shrimp and when I'm feeling ambitious, oysters. Three or four times a year I'll order live lobsters and steam those at home. It's great that I can order the size I want, my husband only wants to eat 2 lb lobsters! Last night I grilled striped bass fillets. They are conveniently cut into 6 oz pieces which makes it easier to cook. They turned out great... Yum!

Very fresh seafood, always buy sushi grade salmon there. A little pricey but worth.

We love the fresh selection at kathleen's. Get there early, things go fast. Made tuna sashimi this weekend and it was amazing!

Beautiful store, fish looked great. Bought two different varieties of fish to try ( first time customer ). Both tasted off and ended up in the trash. I have no problem paying for something as long as the quality is there. I specifically asked for whatever was considered fresh and recommended. Very disappointed..

I love this establishment. It's always clean and you are always greeted with smiling faces and superb services. The product is sooooo fresh! I always come here to get my oysters. They will shuck them too if it's not too busy at the time. If you love a GOOD horseradish. Not the typical one you'd find in the grocery store, buy it from here. Definitely tastes like the one you'd find in a restaurant or even better. They have reasonably priced champagnes that taste amazing and fresh catch. I love buying the sea bass when I have guests for dinner. You'll also find items that were made locally here.

Freshest seafood. Lobster Roll made to order on-site! Best I've had outside of the New England states.

I came here to try out their lobster rolls and they did not disappoint!! This is a wonderful place, super friendly staff, they answered and offered up any help I needed. Their selection of fish and seafood was super fresh looking and it didn't smell bad inside. The place was kept clean and they wore masks. I had the option of making my lobster roll myself or they can make it for me, which they did and wrapped it up to go. It's $13.99 but check in w Yelp and get 5% off any purchase ! They have a no mask no service policy sign in front of the door which is great during these times. The lobster roll was packed full of meat and it was flavorful!! I want another one already :) it comes with a bag of zapps chips which all flavors are great. There's also a refrigerator/freezer section which has meat like steak inside frozen and precut ready for purchase, different types of seafood dips, and frozen seafood if you don't like fresh and prefer it that way. Excellent place! I can't wait to come back !

So when I received an email from the market about a sale on fish, including flounder, I responded by letting Chelsi know that I had been overcharged. She asked me when I was in the store and I gave her the information including the receipt number; however, I never heard back from her......

Tried to park behind the restaurant in a public parking lot on St Patrick's Day. Was told I could not park there because the restaurant next door was "putting them out of business with the crowd going there." I was forced to move my car in a downpour. That attitude is what is putting them out of business!

3.5 stars: 4.5 for quality, 2.5 for value. It's great to have a local fish store. The assumption is that they do one thing (fish), and they do it well. Make no mistake. Kathleen's has great quality fish, much better than Kroger or Publix, and equal to Whole Foods or Fresh Market. The "catch" is that Kathleen's is better than the former, and more convenient than the latter - just around the corner. Pretty compelling, right? The problem is value, and we'll get to that later. The store itself is clean and uncluttered. They could use a few more tables for those who might chose to eat in-store, IMOHO. KC has about a dozen varieties of fresh fish daily. The fish are presented in a nice way, on ice, in a rolling display case. Now the quality of the fish is first rate, and they receive shipments in daily, so you're pretty much assured of great quality. Unlike most fish mongers many of the fish are pre-portioned, some of them pre-cut by the packers. And that's where there's a problem. So, we recently we're at KC's and bought Chilean Sea Bass, one of our faves. It's advertised as 5oz pre-portioned cuts of fish at $14.99 per piece. Check out the sales receipt attached and note the "5oz" statement. When the two purchased portions were placed on our home scale, each was short of 5 oz, and cumulatively the fillets measured only about 9.6oz (vs 10oz advertised). The undiscounted price was $29.98. Doing the math that comes out to a whopping $49.13 a pound. Compare that with Whole Foods who had the same fish for $29.99 a pound, $27.99 at Fresh Market, and you have a minimum savings opportunity of $19 a pound!!! Ok, the sauteed Chilean Sea Bass dish I made was terrific (see the pics). The fish was top quality, moist and flavorful. But unlike the Milton MILFS that are all about the convenience over cost, well, I can't justify NOT driving to Whole Foods to save $19 a pound. Keep in mind the perspective here... When was the last time you heard that Whole Foods was a cost leader??? Nonetheless, that's the first world problem we have here in Milton. Again, make no mistake. I want Kathleen's Catch to thrive here in Milton. I love fresh fish at least once a week, and KC has great fish. Plus they are a local business. I like that. But for long term success I am concerned that other customers will come to the same conclusion that I came to and make alternate fish store choices based on pricing. There's a cost-versus-value concern with KC's offerings, and I hope the marketplace will bring KC's pricing back in line with the other quality fish stores in the area. Besides, I don't really want to drive the extra five minutes to Whole Foods. ; )

I love Kathleen's Catch! I can't buy seafood from grocery stores anymore because of Kathleen's. The seafood is fresh and not doused in chemicals like so many other places. The selection is also very impressive! Try the sea bass and scallops

I came here just for the lobster roll (I was too hungry to snap a pic) & it didn't disappoint. I was greeted as soon as I walked in. I ordered a lobster roll to go so he buttered the roll, warmed it up, & wrapped it in foil. He put the dressing in a small cup with a lid. For $15.99 the lobster roll comes with chips. The only selection they had were Lays bbq, but to me that was perfect. The dressing definitely had nice chunks of lobster meat & the flavor was perfect. Even with me assembling it myself, it was a stuffed roll. I also purchased a lemonade & it was good as well. They had a nice variety of seafood that I really didn't pay attention to because I was on a lobster roll mission. They also had seasonings, veggies, shirts, lobster ravioli, & other things available for purchase. Next time I'll have to try a soup too.

Don't believe the hype, this place is a joke. Drove for an hour based on the reviews only to find rude staff, old curled up fish fillets and a smell as you walked in that was far from representative of a fresh catch! What is it they say, fresh fish should smell like the sea... certainly not the case here. Terrible. Also, don't believe the list on the webpage, no more than 4 trays of allegedly fresh fish with shrimp at $35 a pound!! Also let's talk about the two idiots serving, no masks and breathing all over the open fish trays. Really, in these trying times there is absolutely no excuse for such pathetic health and safety practices. Avoid this place with extreme prejudice.

I love this establishment. It's always clean and you are always greeted with smiling faces and superb services. The product is sooooo fresh! I always come here to get my oysters. They will shuck them too if it's not too busy at the time. If you love a GOOD horseradish. Not the typical one you'd find in the grocery store, buy it from here. Definitely tastes like the one you'd find in a restaurant or even better. They have reasonably priced champagnes that taste amazing and fresh catch. I love buying the sea bass when I have guests for dinner. You'll also find items that were made locally here.

Ages ago a friend was raving about this seafood place near her home and how great it was--I finally listened, visited and I'm so happy I did! If you love seafood and want the same quality that you'd enjoy in a fine dining restaurant in ATL, head to Kathleen's Catch. While I live in East Cobb, I actually make the detour up 400 (instead of home on 75) to pick up my favorite items. The sea scallops melt in your mouth and no matter the variety, the fish selection is always interesting and yummy. I love the fresh oysters (only cut myself 2x over the last year) and the cooking tips they give are very helpful. The service is great; I've called before closing (stuck in traffic) and they prepped my order in advance and actually waited 10-15 minutes past closing for my arrival. I am very pleased by the quality and selection; you will as well!

If you've read any of my other posts, you know I've pined about the abject lack of good fishmongers in Atlanta. Yes, you can go to the various "farmers markets" (which aren't really farmers markets, so why call them that?) particularly those catering to a primarily ethnic customer base. The quality will vary wildly and it really is buyer beware. Or you can go to that behemoth out in Decatur, but it can often be the same scenario and their volume driven chop shop counter help won't at all allow you to inspect the product before purchase - an absolute no-no for any reputable fish monger. So that leaves you with Whole Foods, Fresh Market who have credible product but are becoming less knowledgeable in the seafood area. If you're in many other parts of the country, you go to the fishmonger. The local guy (or gal in this case) who specializes in fish. Period. They can get you almost anything, know how to properly fillet and can encourage you to try species you may not otherwise consider. Kathleen's catch is it. If you're in the northern-er suburbs do your self a favor and travel over to KC. They update their FB page (among others) almost daily with what is fresh that day. Yes, that day. Not the Tuesday truck now that it's Saturday (like those big stores). Fish is merchandised in open wet ice cases as it should be and often in optional fabrications - full sides of Scottish salmon and individual portions pre cut. Dry pack U-10 scallops. What's a "Dry pack" you ask.. well next time you're at your favorite big farmers market place or even Kroger/Publix buy yourself a couple of scallops. Notice how almost perfectly paper white they are? That's thanks to a chemical called TSP and it's used, among other things, to "plump" scallops and make them look more "appealing", a.k.a white. Now, compare those to the dry pack you get at KC - yes, I know, I know. They are more expensive. Trust me here. The ones at KC are a little tan-ish, maybe a couple of different colors. Put them up against grocery store scallops. You'll never go back. Why do I tell you this? These guys care. These guys are the real deal. They want to bring in the best product, they handle it right and they'll fabricate it for you in any way you need it. Will you spend more? Yes, in some cases. But are you getting a materially better product? Absolutely.

The fresh shrimp was amazing and they were very helpful. I'll go back there soon. No live lobsters unfortunately. Yum.

The fish was fresh but the selection was lacking. I was looking for grouper. Checked their online ordering to confirm they had grouper. Unfortunately between checking online and arriving, grouper was now unavailable. I ended up with halibut. Was disappointed their selection was only salmon, mahi, cod, or halibut.

Came here for Lobster Roll. Very disappointed Used what must have been Kroger brand hit dog toasted for 10 seconds and wrapped up then put in a very small container of lobster nest. Not friendly service either. The best was the bag of crispy Zappa chips. .

So great to have a real/fresh seafood place close. Everything is super fresh and she let's you know where all of her seafood is coming from. I'm super picky about not eating anything coming from Vietnam or Thailand when it comes to shrimp, etc. All her shrimp have been super fresh and the best I've had in a long while. I had stopped buying shrimp from Harry's/now Whole Foods at Avalon b/c they were so expensive and frankly just not that fresh. So check out Kathleen's you will not be disappointed. Her fresh fish selections is great also ! Many other items also, fresh veggies, some hot soups for lunch or dinner, dry goods to cook w/your fish, etc !

Kathleen's Catch is THE best for fresh seafood. Their staff is so accommodating and provides great advice when placing specialty orders. Our family was looking forward to a lobster boil, and they were fantastic with providing guidance on quantities, timing to place the order in advance and even cooking approaches! We got fresh, delicious Maine lobsters and PEI mussels and the quality was incredible. Looking forward to more seafood feasts soon! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Just discovered this place and we think we're going to become regulars. We bought a piece of fluke flounder for dinner as well as some delicious smoked salmon (thanks for the sample) and a large cup of lobster bisque that we shared for lunch. The soup was delicious although we wished there had been actual chunks of lobster in it to make it stupendous. Definitely worth checking out though if you love fresh fish like we do!

Wonderful selections of seafood. I always get the small neck clams, mussels, and oysters. They have a rotation of fish fillets (Norwegian Trout, snapper, grouper, sea bass, etc..) to keep people continually coming back. The wines are reasonably priced and have tastings once in a while. I am a frequent customer and will be for the foreseeable future.

Hands down, the best hidden treasure!! Seafood is always super fresh and the customer service is always superb. They also have great soups and the Maine-style lobster roll is the best I've ever had!

Really goodservice. The Lobster Roll wasn't lump Lobster Meat but it was good. I always wanted to go here to try the food out.

Love this place! A great selection of fresh seafood combined with helpful and friendly service. The staff always has guided us to great choices and good ways to prepare and cook the seafood. Love the closeness of their new location in Milton.

One of the best lobster rolls I've had in Atlanta! And the owner or manager on duty is very nice as well, my husband and I stopped in one night and they were already closed, she came to the door and asked if she could still help us. I thought that alone deserved five stars!

We heard about this place from a neighbor and wanted to see for ourselves. My husband is a Ft. Lauderdale native and very picky about fish as he is an avid fisherman. We are very happy with our selection of Mahi Mahi and Chilean sea bass. The fish was very fresh and we're excited to have a fresh fish market in the area. The prices are worth it as you are getting fresh fish and not a previously frozen product.

Nice to have a neighborhood seafood market that actually knows something about fish. Everything is extremely fresh, and the selection impressive. Yes, you will spend a little more then going to Publix or Kroger, but it is so worth it. They have several pre-made dips and dinners that are great as well. But I'm all about the fish, and it is great to go get a fresh piece of fish that I know where it came from.

Such a great spot. I live close and it is nice not to have to drive to Whole Foods for quality seafood. I've been here 10+ times and never disappointed. Stopped by yesterday and picked up a pound of scallops to grill, super fresh and price was good. People that work here are very helpful, good to have Kathleen's Catch in the neighborhood!

Great variety of seafood. The lobster rolls are wonderful, dangerously wonderful. The soups I have tried are good. The owner was on site and it was pretty busy. I am hopeful that this succeeds.

Excited about their selection but the attendant serving us, Toni, was one of the rudest people I've encountered in quite some time.

Excited to have this fresh seafood market close by. Stopped to check out and decided to get the crab cake on greens. The crab cake was good, not the best I've had, but good if a bit expensive for a single crab cake. The big problem was the bed of greens the crab cake came on. Inedible. Not at all fresh. That's a bad sign for a fresh seafood market. I called the poor quality of the greens to the attention of the attendant who did apologize but I want to make sure the owner is aware. New produce supplier needed (or more attention to shelf life)

Excellent lobster roll & you don't have to go to Boston or new England ! Fresh! Tasty & authentic. Highly recommended

Great place with amazing fresh fish and wonderful staff! Love having this place in the neighborhood!

This is the second location, the original one is in John's Creek. I haven't visited that one. They had a relatively small selection of fish - which is fine if the fish is good; i'll be cooking some tonight and will report back. The store smelled a little unpleasant and a little too "fishy" even for a seafood market - I hope this is just an opening thing, because better ventilation will be key with the open fish cases and not traditional fully-enclosed refrigeration cases. The layout of the store is a little weird, too - the fridge cases are towards the parking lot, but some steel wire racks are in the back, making those items difficult to see. With Whole Foods less than 10 minutes away, these folks have a really big mountain to climb. The location is great, but it's very hard to see from the street unless you're a regular visitor to Olde Blinde Dog, 850F barpizza, or GCBBQ across the street. Service was prompt and helpful. I have high hopes for this place, I hope they make the few minor changes necessary and get enough business to stay in Crabapple - it's a beautiful little corner that needs more success.