A Lenten fish fry fundraiser going on for about a decade has been a boon for the Rural Ridge Volunteer Fire Company in Indiana Township.
A new generator, flooring and financing general operations have all come from community support, said company president and fish fry coordinator Ted Bajack.
About $15,000 was raised last year. That’s also this year’s goal.
The kitchen, at 135 Little Deer Creek Road, is open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. every Friday, including Good Friday.
Bajack said they are able to cook and serve all day because of volunteers, which include firefighters and neighbors.
About 15 people pitch in each week.
There are no combos or platters. All items are sold separately.
The menu includes fried cod, shrimp, chicken tenders, homemade haluski, coleslaw, fresh-cut fries and crab cakes.
They anticipate serving about 2,000 pounds — a ton — of fish by the end of the season, including between 350 and 400 pieces each Friday. About 150 pounds of potatoes are cut and cooked each week as well.
Most of the supplies come from Land & Sea in Monroeville and Restaurant Depot in the Strip District.
Bajack said the company has the best fish at the best price in town and encouraged people to give them a try.
A serving of fish costs $12; it’s $13 if cheese is added.
The fish fry has dine-in or take-out options. For details, call 724-265-4000.