Doug's Fish Fry

We went over to Doug's fish fry during the Dickens In The Village. We came in a day earlier on a Friday. But since I have a mobility problem and meters were taken we decided to try Saturday.... which was even worse as far as parking goes. My husband parked at a partnering place in Skaneatlus since we were staying at the Skaneatlus suites. He dropped me off at the door before he proceeded on parking. Doug's reminds me of Arther teachers fish and chips in the way you go up to the counter to choose on the menu and order. You also pick up the order when it's ready. I have to say it was hardly any waiting for the order. Fish and onion dinner was 5 star. Huge portions and good onion rings fish was good. Deep fried. Gumbo small order wasn't up to par... not what is expected from souther flair gumbo. Shrimp was small the type you happen to find in the frozen department. Cleanliness was up to par as well as only a few minute wait for oder to be completed. Counter service was fast and kind. Resturant clean with plenty of seating

The food was delicious, and a local favorite didn't disappoint. A classic quick walk through grab, go, or dine-in restaurant. Our food order was ready quickly. Our fish was cooked perfectly, the batter was light and crispy. The coleslaw was good, but I did see that it could be substituted for baked beans instead. The fries were a little greasy but overshadowed by the Oreo sundae. Everyone left happy. The atmosphere was charming. The hanging track train made its way around the busy dining room every minute or so. Overall Doug's makes you feel as if you're family. Grab a plate of fried food and pull up a chair, you're in for a test.

They have a large parking lot out back of their establishment. This place can get pretty busy. I've seen a line all the way up the street on several occasions before .I've had their food on multiple occasions. The fried scallops and shrimp are some of the best and never disappoint. Today while I was here I ordered a lobster roll and the fried scallops portion. My friend ordered hotdogs and french fries.The scallops were delicious as usual. I was a bit surprised by the lobster roll though. It was $23 .It came with mostly minced up lobster and maybe part of a claw on it. For $23 I was expecting alot of large lobster chunks. It was a bit off putting to see it all mostly minced up. It tasted like they sauted the lobster meat on a griddle or something with some butter and a light seasoning. It tasted good. However for $23 I was expecting more lobster. I had a lobster roll the week before at the state fair from another food place. It was only $21 and had huge massive chunks of lobster in it. I had over four claws and so many chunks of meat on it. So I guess with Doug's reputation and how good the scallops and shrimp are .I was expecting a bit more from them. The hotdog was good and the French fries were homemade which was nice. I will definitely be back. The scallops and shrimp are always amazing. I don't think I will be getting a lobster roll again from them though. I saw another lobster roll come out that another customer had ordered. It looked the same as mine, all minced up. This made the roll fall apart and the meat fall out while trying to eat it.

Nothing says summer like sitting by Skaneateles Lake enjoying the sunshine with a plate of Doug’s Fish Fry. This Skaneateles staple serves up freshly fried fish, oysters, clams, scallops, shrimp, and chicken. With a plethora of dipping sauces, condiments, and sides. There is something here for everybody to enjoy

I love Doug's! I also love that it hasn't changed in 25 years (since I left Skaneateles), other than expanding and improving. We ordered the hot dog (Hoffman's all the way!) and fish sandwich. Both were delicious! If you are in the area, stop by Doug's. You won't be sorry! Service was great, food came out faster than I anticipated, and it was perhaps the most affordable food I had while in the Finger Lakes.