This Wednesday marks the first day of Lent. This means the beginning of a Catholic tradition that involves “fasting” for 40 days.
For those who practice, the 40 days of Lent involve abstaining from meat on Fridays. That means the beginning of fish fry dinners on Friday nights, when local Catholic parishes serve fish and other side dishes, like potato pancakes.
The Blue Valley area has a variety of opportunities to stop by for a fish fry dinner during Lent. Here’s where you can find them.
St. Michael the Archangel Parish — 14251 Nall Ave., Leawood
- Timing: 4:45 to 6:45 p.m.
- Menu: Smoked salmon, fried tilapia, fried shrimp, cheese pizza, fries, macaroni and cheese, rice, vegetables
- Carryout is also available.
Prince of Peace Parish —16000 W. 143rd, Olathe
- Timing: 5 to 7 p.m
- Menu: Fish, shrimp, cheese pizza, ice tea, desserts
- The parish will also stream NCAA basketball.
Church of the Ascension — 9510 W. 127th St, Overland Park
- Timing: 5 to 7:30 p.m.
- Menu: Cod, catfish, tilapia and various side dishes
- Carryout will also be available.
Church of the Nativity — 3800 W. 119th St., Leawood
- Timing: 5 to 7:30 p.m.
- Menu: Fried cod, tilapia, shrimp, tater tots
- Carryout and curbside pickup are also available.
St. John Paul II Parish — 18335 W. 168th Terrace, Olathe
- Timing: 4:30 p.m.to 6:30 p.m. on March 24
- Menu: Fried and grilled fish, pizza, various side dishes
- One Friday night only — carryout will also be available.
