Fish stew frenzy Family recipe, limited supply has fans lining up at Fryday Nite Fish By Ariyanna Smith
Ayden may be known for its barbecue but folks are clamoring for its fish stew. Before they can get it though, they have to understand the basic economics of supply and demand. High demand and limited supply mean you have to get in line on Sunday at Friday Nite Fish, The Original Backyard, 521 W. First St. When Tonnia Pollard-Wallace and her husband, Alonzo Wallace, opened Fryday Nite Fish in 2019, they never expected to be so successful. But every weekend now, lines of customers extend down First
Street hoping to get a taste of their fried fish dishes and their famous fish stew. Tonnia is the face of the homestyle restaurant, but her husband is the one behind their signature item. Unfortunately for their customers, Alonzo spends most of his time on the road working as a truck driver. Due to his limited schedule, the stew is only available on Sundays. Occasionally, on Fridays, he makes it home early and prepares a few batches. These special occasions are always announced on the restaurant’s Facebook page with the hashtag, “Plot Twist.”
Tonnia Pollard-Wallace and Alonzo Wallace opened Fryday Nite Fish, The Original Backyard in 2019.
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