I love a good sandwich as much as the next person, but being from a seafood city through and through, fish jazzes up the offerings a little bit.

I’m no stranger to making my way to what’s left of Corned Beef Row and devouring a hot sandwich on rye with mustard and onions. But the fish sandwich scene in Baltimore is just as good.

I didn’t realize just how much I enjoyed a fish sandwich until I really looked at my DoorDash receipts. And when I say “fish sandwich,” I mean more than your mother’s tuna salad.

From family, word-of-mouth or social functions, here are a few places that are in my rotation when I’m craving a sandwich from the sea.

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Home BBQ and Fish

Northeast Market, 2101 E. Monument St., 410-675-3216

I knew I needed to find this place on my own after my aunt brought a fish sandwich ($11.50) for my grandma. For starters, I couldn’t believe how big the pieces of lake trout were. This ends up being a deconstructed sandwich because the pieces of bread don’t stand a chance with all the fish.

Don’t forget to ask for grilled onions!

Clark Burger

5906 York Road, 410-323-2356

The Boho Fish Sando from Clark Burger has become a favorite for reporter Jasmine Vaughn-Hall, especially during a visit to Senator Theatre.
The Boho Fish Sando from Clark Burger has become a favorite for reporter Jasmine Vaughn-Hall, especially during a visit to Senator Theatre. (Jasmine Vaughn-Hall/The Baltimore Banner)

I “cod” not forget about the fish sandwich ($12.75) at Clark Burger. The beer-battered fried cod is crunchy but not dried out. The nod to Baltimore with an Old Bay “Hon” sauce sets the whole sandwich off. Next time you’re heading to a movie at Senator Theatre, you can stop by and bring your Clark Burger with you.

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Neopol Smokery

Belvedere Square Market, 529 E. Belvedere Ave., 410-433-7700

Neopol Smokery has a couple of different BLT options, but reporter Jasmine Vaughn-Hall prefers the salmon on rye.
Neopol Smokery has a couple of different BLT options, but reporter Jasmine Vaughn-Hall prefers the salmon on rye. (Jasmine Vaughn-Hall/The Baltimore Banner)

Neopol Smokery has smoked everything, but I really enjoy the smoked salmon BLT ($12.50). It’s light and gives me a reason to get out and check out Belvedere Square, though they have a couple of other locations. If you want to spice up this meal even more, get their ginger cardamom lemonade. You can thank me later.

Flock

1415 Washington Blvd., Pigtown, 443-438-6326

Salmon sliders from Flock are so tender they almost fall apart with every bite.
The salmon sliders from Flock are so tender they almost fall apart with every bite. (Flock)

I was beyond intrigued when I saw salmon sliders ($4 during Happy Hour) on the menu. I’m usually a beef girl in that category, but these did not disappoint. The salmon was cooked so well it seemed to fall apart with every bite. I doubt I’d be able to eat just one. Luckily, they’re discounted a bit on their happy hour menu.

Oh Honey On The Bay

1118 Hollins St., Hollins Market

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Oh Honey On The Bay is a newer fish spot in Baltimore, but Governor Wes Moore and food critic and social media influencer Keith Lee have given them a try.
Oh Honey On The Bay is a newer fish spot in Baltimore, but Gov. Wes Moore and food critic and social media influencer Keith Lee have given them a try. (Jasmine Vaughn-Hall/The Baltimore Banner)

I finally got out to the place that made me drool on my phone screen several times.

This pop-up across from Hollins Market always seemed to have a line, but now it’s even longer after food influencers and other prominent figures, including Keith Lee and Gov. Wes Moore, chowed down on the fish. I never thought I’d like a little honey on my fish, but it compliments the spices so well. I recommend pre-ordering the fish sandwich with fries and drink ($15) through Instagram and CashApp.

Where are you getting fish sandwiches in Baltimore? My list doesn’t stop here, so feel free to reach out with recommendations.