White River Fish Market

The 18 Best Restaurants in Tulsa, Oklahoma | Eater

"Oklahoma’s far from any coastal shoreline, but White River Fish Market is still a solid bet for fresh seafood. Don’t be deterred by the industrial surroundings; the business is intentionally situated near the airport in order to immediately receive shipments of fish, flown in from coasts throughout North and South America. Established as a market in 1932, White River now operates an old-school diner for the lunch and dinner crowd. Order at the counter for everything from fresh oysters to frog legs, and don’t forget to grab a slice of pie." - Jess Brent

White River Fish Market in Tulsa Is a Feast of Fresh Seafood in a Landlocked State | Bon Appétit

"A generations-old counter-service fish market turned restaurant that opened in 1932 and moved to its current strip-mall location in 1965, it retains a folksy motto—"you pick ’em, we fix ’em"—and a strong cafeteria vibe with Formica tables and diners seated elbow to elbow. Long cases of seafood on ice showcase shrimp, soft-shell crab, rainbow trout, flounder, frog legs and more, most flown in from the Gulf or coasts thanks to proximity to the airport; preparations come smoked (salmon), grilled, broiled or fried, with the reviewer favoring the full-on fried option. Hushpuppies are described as indispensable and almost transcendent, with little crispy batter bits under the fish singled out as their own treat, while the cornmeal-crusted catfish is a humble standout that captures the hardworking spirit of the place. The atmosphere blurs social lines—road crews sit beside suited lunch crowds—and the overall experience is nostalgic, reliably simple, and centered on straightforward, well-executed seafood." - ByJeff Martin

An 1932 institution near the airport where you pick your fish from the case—broiled, grilled, fried, or smoked. Long lauded by national outlets and locals alike, it’s Tulsa seafood culture in its purest form.