Port Clinton Fisheries Inc

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.