11 Stunning Whole-Fish Dishes to Order at Houston Restaurants


a overhead shot of a whole roasted pompano fish topped with lime slices and flanked by a margarita and various sauces
Whole roasted pompano from La Fisheria | La Fisheria/Facebook

Head-turning platters of snapper, branzino, and flounder are fun to share, or not

Thought common in many cuisines, it’s not always easy to find whole-fish dishes in Houston. Still, a handful of restaurants offer everything from snapper a la plancha and fried flounder to whole-roasted pompano, and even a sushi dish made with tiny two-inch fishes.

With nothing going to waste, these dishes are perfect for sharing, or keeping all to yourself. Below, find 11 of the best whole-fish dishes in the city.