Pomona Fish Market has always been one of my favorite fried fish spots, even with plenty of options throughout the greater LA area. I used to come here all the time when my family lived nearby, so I was genuinely happy to see that they survived COVID and are still going strong. The layout inside is a little different now. There are no longer tables for dining in, just chairs near the entrance where you can wait for your order. They still have bench-style tables outside though. Street parking was easy to find, even easier than I remember, probably because the surrounding area is more deserted than it used to be. Most importantly, the fish was just as good as I remembered. My order took around 35 minutes - I completely forgot that you can call ahead, which is definitely the move here. I ate a few pieces fresh in the car, and they were SO hot and tender inside while still perfectly crunchy on the outside. The tartar sauce and vinegar paired great with everything. Highly recommend ordering extra tartar sauce! The prices honestly shocked me in the best way. It felt like I was looking at pre-2016 pricing. Between the flavor, quality, portion size, and overall value, Pomona Fish Market is still unbeatable. So happy I made my way back and found it every bit as good as I remembered. read more

Pomona Fish Market - Catfish - Seafood Near Me - Pomona, California

An older spot with no inside seating. There are a few benches outside. The person taking the orders was to the point, no small talk. The order took 25 minutes from the time that I phoned it in. We ordered Sole and catfish. The dinners come with a small Cole slaw and fries . The catfish was good and crunchy- it tasted fresh. The fries were good and the Cole slaw was average. Not bad for my first time here. I will return. read more

Pomona Fish Market - Sole dinner - Seafood Near Me - Pomona, California

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I was in the neighborhood for work. I ordered the lunch special. Available M-F 10am-4pm for $10.50. Includes 4 pieces of fish, 3 hush puppies, 3 pieces of shrimp, fries and soda. I also got a side of oysters and a soft shell crab. It was a 20 minute wait. I was already there and paid, but was really contemplating asking for a refund. The guy was not very customer service forward. He was like a robot. Not very emotional. Just going through the motions. While waiting, I struck up a conversations with other customers waiting. They love the food. There's only the man and I assume his wife cooking the food. My food was finally ready. No inside seating so I went outside where there are two picnic benches with umbrellas. My food was not hot. Like it was sitting there a bit. The food was still delicious. I guess sorta glad it wasn't hot as I had to scarf down my food since my lunch is only 30 minutes. I did put it in the toaster oven when I got home later for dinner. The place was busy. Lots of people coming in. One of the other customers told me to call it in next time so I didn't have to wait so long. Go in for the food, not the service. read more

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Finally tried this fish market. I ordered the fish and jumbo shrimp...doesn't come with sides, so I paid and extra $2 for fries and coleslaw. The Red Snapper and shrimp were fried a little too hard for my liking, but they were meaty pieces. So I ended up paying over $17 for a plate I thought was $14. Other places I've been to, plates usually included the sides. I would go back, but request my fish be fried soft. read more

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Food was really good. Fish battered lightly, flaky fish l. Good price, will come back again read more

Pomona Fish Market - Lunch special Catfish - Seafood Near Me - Pomona, California

I ordered the lunch special $12 with tax. You can choose the fish. Another customer said he gets catfish. I never cook that myself so I ordered it. The special comes with 3 fish and 3 shrimp and hush puppies. The review about the weak customer service is true; it's the culture. The comment about the run down shop front is true. I've been to other Korean/Asian run fish fry stores a lot in Westchester vicinity. This owner doesn't show much love. Just be prepared for smile-less service and just enjoy the food. There's seating but it's miserable looking. Support this local business. There's unsung workers in the back making things happen. read more

Pomona Fish Market - Let's be honest. This place is a little run down. But local folks love it. - Seafood Near Me - Pomona, California

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Haven't been here in over 20 years and was happy to come back. Total hole-in-the-wall, but don't let the outside or inside fool you. Got the Dinner Combo for $12.50 - 4pc fish, 3pc oyster, 3pc shrimp, fries, and coleslaw. The fried fish (and everything else) was amazing and still super affordable. They barely raised prices after all this time. Stopped by around noon, waited about 15 minutes, and it came out piping hot and delicious. I'll definitely be back when I'm in the area. Lots of people ordering pickup too probably smarter option. Highly recommend! My Personal Rating : 4.32 Food 4.8/5 Service 4.3/5 Price 5/5 Ambiance 3.6/5 Cleanliness 3.9/5 read more

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The food is super good! You have to order ahead and then come pick it up because he makes everything fresh.

The worst experience I have had at any restaurant in years. It was 10:40am and completely empty. First time here. I ordered the combo dinner. The man at the front asked what kind of fish. I asked what kind of fish they had.? He said you can read it. I asked read from where? He pointed at the counter. I asked where? I was confused why he just would not tell me. He then walked away from the counter into the back area. I stood there for a minute while he Ignored me. Walked back again and said OK. I'll read for you. I asked why he was being so rude? He didn't reply. He then began reading the type of fish. But in a rude dismissive tone. I don't understand how businesses expect customers to spend their money on a product when all aspects are not appropriate. I'll never spend money at this place. It's unfortunate. It's a dump on the outside but willing to try it but his lack of even simple courtesy is unacceptable. Save your money and go somewhere else. read more

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Don't understand how people can advertise a business like this but when you go there they said their fryer is not working and the order will take 45 minutes How can you expect to stay business with that kind of service. I drove over 30 mins out of my way to get there and then when getting there the server wouldn't even make eye contact. Maybe they just want folks to call in orders so they can save on preparation cost, but that doesn't make sense. Maybe they don't even care anymore; that's the perception and attitude I received. I will never make that mistake again, if they're going to be like that at least advertise that way and let folks know before they arrive. Server seems like he hates working there read more

Came here right when it opened just after 11am. The wait was 25 minutes and it makes sense. At this point I consider myself a returning customer, I was surprised that the lunch special was still $10. Not just a steal, but outstanding lunch. Some people may not have the patience to wait 20 minutes but the regulars know this is the spot and the food from my experience has been outstanding!! read more

Great seasoned fish. Lunch combos available. You can also just purchase fresh fish to cook at home. On certain days a lady sales homemade baked goods which are very good for 5$ read more

Pomona Fish Market on South Park Ave is a true mom-and-pop place in downtown Pomona, and it has been there for about 90 years. Don't go in expecting a fancy restaurant--this is an old-school spot with character. Don't judge it by appearances, because the food speaks for itself. We ordered the Family Meal A with half red snapper and half catfish, and everything was incredible. The red snapper was crispy on the outside and flaky and tender inside. The catfish was perfectly seasoned and cooked just right. The fried shrimp and fried crab were excellent, and the portions were very generous. We also ordered the soft shell crab and WOW just WOW! So good!!!! The mac salad, hush puppies, and fries were all fresh and delicious, and they included several great sauces that paired perfectly with the seafood. Be prepared to wait about 30 minutes, because everything is cooked fresh to order. AND YES THE ASIAN MAN HELPED US AND HE WAS WHAT WE EXPECTED, HE'S THERE TO DO BUSINESS, that's what anyone expects. He was as friendly as anyone working would be. So don't ding them on that!!! It's a mom and pop place in downtown pomona, so don't be expecting something extravagant. Don't ding this place for looking as it looks!!! It's been there for 90 years, and your food takes at least 30 minutes to make! If you want fast food go to a fast food restaurant!! This is authentic, high-quality seafood from a historic local business. We will definitely be back. read more

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Awesome very good food and the prices are great for the amount of food I mean what wonderful.

Always a good experience Fish I always fried to perfection and tasty Service is solid Ambiance isn't too shabby I suggest calling your order in because sometimes the wait times gets insane but this is my go to spot whenever I crave fried fish read more

This place has been in the same location and has looked the same since I was born. I've never been in my 34 years and today was finally the day. I've heard you can place phone orders but I decided to go in and order in person to get the full experience. Theirs not much to the place it's small and you place your order are given a number then they head into the back and cook. Has a very nostalgic vibe to it as I mentioned it's looked the same since I can remember. I got red snapper oysters and shrimp with a side of fries and coleslaw and everything was spot on. I was told by a friend the wings are phenomenal so I'll be back to try those. read more

Pomona Fish Market - Dinner combo - Seafood Near Me - Pomona, California

Was in the area and hadddd to come back since my first visit was such a great experience. Today I ordered 2 soft shell crab Fish and jumbo shrimp combo (catfish) Baby octopus Half jar oysters Bottle of hot sauce [to take home (: ] My total came out to just below $45. Everything was cooked to order, fresh and crispy, just the way fried foods should be! read more

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Well the batter was just right and the red snapper along with the jumbo shrimp were devoured. Be sure to call and pre-order if you don't want a long wait time. We called ahead so the order was ready upon arrival. The building is older but seasoned like a cask iron skillet. read more

I've had fried fish from Pomona fish Market a handdful of times. Pretty good lunch spot. I call my order in ahead of time. read more

Was not impressed at all. Ordered 4 piece fish . And shrimp I asked for the cod because was craving fish and chips. The batter on the fish is flaky not crunchy, fish pieces are small not long. They offer no cocktail sauce for the shrimp. I mean it's nothing spectacular! read more

The taste of fish was good. The shrimp were small. The oysters were cooked perfectly. The macaroni salad "and coleslaw was just ok for me. There was only table seating outside and it took a long time to receive my order. They could probably clean the inside waiting area a little better which is being used mainly as storage. read more

My co worker recommended this place so I decided give it a try. I had went to order it for to go and there was a long line. I decided to try the chicken wing combo and it was delicious with ketchup. It didn't taste super unhealthy. It came with fries and 4 pc of fish. It had a sauce you can dip in for the fish. The food was plenty that I can share with another person. I would definitely come here again to try other items. read more

Pomona Fish Market - Chicken Wing Combo - Seafood Near Me - Pomona, California

They are RUDE AS HELLLL in this place. Like wow lmao and they told me my simple shrimp meal would take 40 min:. It took and hour and ten minutes to be ready smh do better because it wasn't even busy read more

This place was a pleasant surprise. We were skeptical about a fish market in Pomoma (we're used to ones by beaches/marinas), but after a bad experience at Hilltop causing us to walk out we gave this place a try. The gentleman was quick and straight forward in taking the order. We both ordered the fish & jumbo shrimp combo which took about 20 mins (there were a few people and phone orders ahead of us). The batter was nicely flavored, however, the fish was sliced very thin and was coated a little too thick making it hard detect any fish taste. I think it would be better to have 3 thicker slices of fish, than 4 thin pieces. Cocktail sauce for the shrimp would have been a nice contrast as well. All in all, for the price (considerably less than those by the beach) we were happy with our order. Quick note - If you like tartar sauce, make sure to order extra. read more

Pomona Fish Market - Fish looked plump, until you actually take a bite and realize or is mainly batter. - Seafood Near Me - Pomona, California

The fish was perfectly cooked. I recommend that you eat it there but a lot of people take it home.

mona Fish Market excellent been going there for years they were prepare the fish exactly how you wanted it and all the other items very accommodating let you know the wait time, etc. well Customer lifetime read more

Awesome prices for what you receive, full plates of food every visit. If you enjoy seafood i definitely recommend

Super flavorful breading. I absolutely loved everything we got a little of each thing. Definitely will come back.... Just a warning there is almost always a wait 45 mins to a hr. Best food and worth the wait promise. Thank me later. We ordered small shrimp, jumbo shrimp, tallapia, red snapper and tried all the sides, macaroni salad, potato, fries and all sauces... read more

food is always excellent and service is great, my family and i have been going here for years at least 15 or more

Must try this Pomona staple! This restaurant has been used for filming in the past! I like to order the red snapper lunch special. It comes with fries, his puppies and shrimp with a drink. read more

A staple must-try in Pomona. It's a simple place with no frills... old school fish market counter ordering experience. Straightforward staff with short patience due to how busy this place gets. Food is consistently good... fish is always well seasoned and fried well.... Flaky, crispy, but moist. read more

Nice little hole in the wall spot :) I got the red snapper and it was delicious! The food takes a little longer if you order in person but it was well worth the wait! read more

After several years of living in Pomona I finally checked out this fish market. The fried fish is delicious and Service is fine. Some of the dinner platters come with free drinks from the cooler. They offer take out and you can eat outside - not fancy but the food is good. You won't be disappointed. read more

Best fried fish in the area. Service is great, yet generally a wait due to phone orders, but worth the wait. Place could use a facelift, but then the prices would go up. read more

Quick easy grub. Fast and efficient. Came here for a quick meal and the whole experience was great. Prices are very reasonable, large portion sizes. We got 2 different combos to share and the food was very fresh. Fish was delicious and so were the fried shrimp and oysters. Order and pickup. Easy parking. Highly recommend! read more

The service could be a lot better. The Asian guy, I believe is the owner, always seems to have a dry stank attitude. It doesn't matter when you order or how you order, in person, by phone,, morning , afternoon, weekend, weekday, he is still going to tell you one hour. The hour will definitely turn into 1.5 hours and will your food be hot? No. Taste wise it's ok is it the best fried fish, no. read more

Love this place it's right by my job and it's good to take home to my family once and a while phone ahead I would recommend

I have been wanting to try this place for the past coup of years and I'm glad I finally did. I have tried calling in an order in the past but no one ever seems to pick up the phone. From what I noticed, the owner deals with the customers and there's an employee frying the fish in the kitchen. It's always busy so be prepared to wait 50 minutes if you order in person. I got the dinner combo with red snapper and a couple of fried soft shell crab. Food was good but not the best fried fish I have had. The portions are big for the price which was a plus. read more

Service is HORRIBLE! Spent 40 minutes waiting for my order. I wish I didn't pay first because I would've cancelled and walked out. Fish and chips weren't that good. If yelp didn't make me give one star they would've had a Zero star rating. read more

I have been coming here for years!! Food always consistent as well as staff taking orders. Phone in the order works best!! Snapper and catfish are my preference. read more

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