Beer & Fish Company brings oysters and fish to Fargo

What the public feedback says

Beer & Fish Company has a 4.6 Google rating from 1426 reviews. That is a strong showing for a place working as a seafood restaurant, bar and fish-and-chips destination. Diners tend to focus on the food, especially the crab cakes and oysters. The warehouse-like room and drinks selection keep things casual and social, not formal seafood house territory.

This assessment draws from public ratings, menus, listing details and diner feedback. Across those sources, Beer & Fish Company comes through as a mid-range option for a seafood craving, drinks with friends or a meal with gluten-free alternatives.

Crab cakes and oysters lead the recommendations

The crab cakes get the most consistent praise. One diner called the appetizer soft and flavorful. Another liked the crisp exterior and moist, creamy center. Separate reviews land in much the same place, which makes the crab cakes a reliable starting order.

Then there are the oysters. A reviewer familiar with Florida seafood said the raw oysters were fresh and delicious, while someone else noted an oyster-and-beer happy hour. Raw shellfish availability, preparation options and promotions can change, so diners should check current details with the restaurant.

The lobster roll received one especially enthusiastic report, thanks to its large, buttery pieces of lobster and fluffy roll. It comes up less often in the supplied feedback than the crab cakes or oysters. Still, it shows that the draw goes beyond fried fish.

More than the expected fish basket

Fish and chips sit at the center of the restaurant’s identity. One of the more useful review details is that a gluten-free version is available. The same diner also reported gluten-free bread, which could make Beer & Fish Company a practical stop for people who regularly have trouble finding those choices. Staff should confirm dietary needs and any cross-contact concerns before an order is placed.

The public comments point to a wider menu, too. A delivery customer enjoyed a halibut sandwich, bacon cheeseburger and homemade-style potato salad topped with crisp potato chips. Because it was a delivery review, it offered no read on the room or table service. It does suggest the restaurant may suit mixed groups when not everyone wants seafood prepared the same way.

Some dishes fare better than others. One seafood-loving diner praised the customer service, margarita and meal overall, but did not care for the calamari. It is a single criticism, not a broader trend. Even so, it is worth noting when choosing appetizers.

The editorial verdict

Based on the public feedback, Beer & Fish Company fits casual seafood meals, oyster outings and groups looking to pair food with beer or margaritas. Reviews describe a lively, distinctive warehouse-like atmosphere, including hanging fish-themed decor. Diners after a quiet room or traditional fine dining may want something else.

The clearest ordering plan is simple. Start with crab cakes or raw oysters, then choose fish and chips or another seafood main. Its high public rating, repeated praise for the leading appetizers and unusually visible gluten-free choices make Beer & Fish Company one of Fargo’s more convincing casual seafood options.