








Port Clinton Fisheries Inc is not your typical aquarium fish store — it's a working fish market and cleaning operation on the shores of Lake Erie, serving anglers, vacationers, and seafood lovers who make the pilgrimage to Port Clinton, Ohio for the freshest catch available. The business revolves around Lake Erie's prized freshwater species: walleye and yellow perch are the stars here, sold fresh in season and frozen year-round, alongside smoked fish, catfish, white bass, shrimp, oysters, and other seafood selections. The fish cleaning service is what sets Port Clinton Fisheries apart for visiting anglers.
Bring in your day's catch from a charter or a veterans fishing expedition at Tibbles Marina, and the crew will have your perch or walleye filleted in 10 to 20 minutes at around two dollars a pound. They'll even provide free shaved ice for your cooler and a rinse station to clean it out while you walk around town. Multiple reviewers call the filleting work professional and precise — these are skilled tradespeople who process fish all day long.
The retail side offers both wholesale and retail sections. Fresh Lake Erie perch runs around $24-25 per pound (expect sticker shock if you're not prepared), but regulars argue it's still cheaper than booking a $700 charter for six fish. One customer drove two hours and left with 30 pounds of white bass at a fraction of guide-trip costs.
Smoked fish selections are extensive, and they carry breading and tartar sauce so you can go straight from counter to kitchen. The Stinson family crew draws consistent praise for fast, friendly service. Staff members like Kate and Roger are called out by name for being helpful and informative.
The operation runs efficiently — expect quick turnaround even during busy fishing season. For anyone heading to the Catawba or Port Clinton area, this is the place to load up a cooler with some of the freshest freshwater fish in Ohio, straight from Lake Erie to their door.
Walter Easter
2 reviews
I Love Port Clinton Fishery And Fishing . I love Port Clinton As A Whole
Randy Riedmaier
26 reviews
Got two pints of fresh oysters today, also got one pint about a month ago. Good size for making stew, and at a good price with good service. Tasted great.
denise noel
5 reviews
We drove 2 hours and got there during business hours and they were closed today. 5 other people left disappointed as well. Update your website if you are not open during normal hours.
Billy Lipcamon
3 reviews
These folks are great! Stopped in after a day of fishing to have our catch cleaned. I think they said it would be 15 mins and couldn't have been much more than 8-10mins. They were quick reasonably priced and did great work!
Mark Williams
26 reviews
Very friendly staff, fish were done perfectly !
Ronald Mercer
23 reviews
Well you can pay to go out with a local guide for 700 bucks and keep 6 fish ,most of these want you in and out so they can do a second, or you can come see these good folks and leave with 30 pounds for half the price , after 5 charters this is a better experience
Ryan Sites
129 reviews
Took perch here after our veterans fishing expedition with Tibbles Marina. They are professional and prompt!
Saidul Islam
33 reviews
Friendly folks and always helpful. Their prices have gone up a beat though.
Ed Burns
13 reviews
Two bucks a pound to filet the daily catch. The wait is usually 20 minutes or less.
Andy Biggs
6 reviews
Great fresh walleye and Perch!
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2 Madison St, Port Clinton, OH 43452, USA
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February 7, 2026
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