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Restaurant roast · 47% slop

Catch 23 Order: Grilled Fish Over Sauce Traps

Fresh coastal seafood meets the usual restaurant landmines at this dual-location spot.

July 25, 2026 About Catch 23

Catch 23 photo — Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Grilled mahi beats Catch 23 sauce every time.

The Take

Order grilled or blackened fish or steak with plain vegetables and hold every sauce at Catch 23. The Slop Score is 47.

Rooftop ocean views in Folly Beach and scratch-kitchen claims in Louisville promise fresh seafood, yet default fryers, creative add-ins, and signature sauce drag it into typical restaurant territory.

The Verdict

Catch 23 delivers fresh seafood potential undercut by standard restaurant traps. Grilled or blackened protein with plain sides clears the path. Everything else risks seed oils, ultra-processed extras, or flavor bombs that hide the catch.

Slop Score 47.

Common Questions

Is Catch 23 healthy?

Mostly no. Grilled fish works; fried platters and sauces do not.

Does Catch 23 use seed oils?

Likely. Default dressings and fryers point that direction.

What is Catch 23 sauce made of?

Signature bold kick on crispy shrimp. Confirm details on site or ask.

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