Jack Russell Fish Company Menu
Welcome to Jack Russell Fish Company, a hidden gem nestled in Benton, Illinois. This local seafood restaurant exudes a delightful coastal vibe, transporting diners away from the everyday bustle. Locals rave about the vast selection of dishes, particularly the gigantic crab legs and flavorful burgers. Each meal promises freshness and quality, reflecting the expertise of owners Jason and Erin, who ensure that every visit is memorable.
For those looking to indulge, the Norwegian caught salmon is a standout, although the wings often steal the spotlight, garnering praise as "the best around." The atmosphere is welcoming, complemented by friendly service, making guests feel right at home. As you savor each bite, you’ll experience a true seaside culinary journey without leaving Southern Illinois. Join the community and discover why Jack Russell Fish Company is quickly becoming a favorite among seafood lovers.
Catch of the Day
FRESH GULF OYSTERS ARE AVAILABLE THIS WEEK!
Raw, steamed or Oysters Rockefeller.
Crab & Shrimp Bucket - Dinner for Two
2 lb. largest snow crab legs and 18 fresh peel & eat Gulf shrimp. Served 2 side salads.
Red Beans And Rice Dinner
One of the customer favorites! Our own Red Beans and Rice, served with a salad.
Fresh Oysters
Now we are serving Maine Oysters raw on the half shell or oysters Rockefeller. We recommend a light steam!
Old Tavern Fish Sandwich
Tom Raymond's Icelandic cod fish sandwich, 6 oz. cod on white bread with pickles and onion. eat it with ketchup - the old tavern way! (It's why we're here!)
Jack's Big Cod - It's Huge!
13 1/2 ounces of the best Icelandic Cod you can purchase!
Hot Wings - The Best
Fresh-cut jumbo chicken wings served with our own special hot sauce! Come on WINGSDAY and get these wings for 75 cents each; Bud Light Pints 2.00. Only on Wednesday & IT'S DINE IN ONLY ON WEDNESDAY!
Specialties
Appetizers
Spinach Dip And Chips
A nice cold and creamy dip with hot chips prepared after you order.
Peel And Eat Shrimp
Great Gulf Shrimp
Grilled Shrimp Skewers
blackened, cajun or garlic
Krabbv Cakes
Two fried Krabby Cakes with our own remoulade sauce.
Clam Strips
1/2 pound served with cocktail sauce & lemon.
Hot Wings - The Best!
We sell a whole lot of these Fresh-cut Jumbo Wings!
Old Tavern Fish Sandwich
Tom Raymond's icelandic cod sandwich, 6 oz. cod on white bread with pickles and onion. eat it with ketchup- the old tavern way! (it's why we're here!)
Jack's Big Cod - Its Huge!
2X the size of the Old Tavern Fish Sandwich!
Grilled Chicken
fish house greek or cajun
9 Oz. Grilled Pork
This fantastic Center Cut Pork Loin is served with our original seasoning or Cajun with our own homemade remoulade.
Steak
Shaved sirloin, served with pepper-jack cheese and our own A-1 mix sauce on a split-top bun.
Fish Taco
Grilled tilapia with shredded cabbage, shredded cheese, limes and black bean salsa on a flour tortilla. The Best!
Fish House Cheeseburger until 4pm
100% Angus beef 1/3 pound!
Bleu Cheeseburger until 4pm
Bleu Cheese and all the fix'ins!
Hot Jack Cheeseburger until 4pm
Hot pepper-jack cheese, jalapeno peppers, and what ever fix'ins you want! It's cool!
Sandwiches - Get an order of Fries for 1.00 with any sandwich!
Kids Meals
Chicken Tenders
Corn Dogs
Grilled Cheese
Homemade Black Bean
Pepperjack Potato Soup
Soup
Sides
Fries
Our French Fries are 3/8" cut long fries with skin on. Very good!
Onion Rings
Beer Battered!
Red Beans And Rice
Our recipe!
Slaw
Our own! Creamy with a little vinegar; the best of both worlds.
Potato Salad
Original Fish Company Home-made!
Vegetable
Sauteed Carrots and onions is our own special mix. It is so popular that we never changed the Vegetable in 15 years!
Side Salad
Caesar Salad
Cottage Cheese
We had to bring it back to quell the rebellion!
Key Lime Pie
we make it!
Xango
deep fried chocolate marble cheesecake
Dessert
Fish
Old Tavern Fish Dinner
Two 4 oz. Icelandic cod fillets, breaded and fried.
Tilapia
Deep fried, grilled or blackened.
Catfish
Two U. S. farm-raised catfish fillets!
Grilled Chicken
Fish House Greek or Cajun, your choice.
Chicken Tenders
Home-style breaded and deep fried.
Grilled Pork
A wonderful 9 oz. center-cut Pork Loin.
Chicken And Pork
Shrimp
Fried Shrimp
8 jumbo butter-flied shrimp.
Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Two skewers blackened, Cajun or butter-garlic.
Snow Crab
1 pound top quality large 8 snow crab legs with hot butter and lemon. Very nice.
Krabby Cakes
Two crab cakes served with our own remoulade sauce.
Clam Strips
Served with cocktail sauce and lemon.
Fish Taco
Two big Fish Tacos-blackened tilapia with cabbage and black bean salsa with lime. YUMMY!
More Seafood
Dinner Sides
French Fries
Slaw
Potato Salad
Vegetable
Side Salad
Onion Rings
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Red Beans And Rice
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Dinner Salad
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Cottage Cheese
Ceaser Salad
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Big Caesar Salads
Great romaine with our homemade croutons and Caesar dressing. It's a meal!
Quesa Salad
Romaine with black bean salsa, shredded cheese and a Cajun grilled chicken breast, with a cheesy quesadilla on the side and our southwestern ranch dressing and limes. It's a BIG meal!
Salads
Specials
Monday - Absolut Monday
Two for One on all Absolut Vodkas!
Wednesday - Special Wednesday Wings
75 CENT wings. they really are the best! DINE IN ONLY. We only serve the largest "Jumbo Fresh Cut Wings"!
Wednesday - Two Dollar Bud Light Pints
Weekends - All Summer Long
LIVE MUSIC ON OUR PATIO EITHER FRIDAY OR SATURDAY NIGHT FROM 6 UNTIL 9PM. CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR EVENT LISTINGS