A couple of weeks ago, David and I went to Pasadena and Deer Park, TX. We traveled there to be able to honor a beloved teacher in a retirement celebration. I have never been able to share that area of Texas with David, so it was a special time for me in many ways. We drove by my old schools and the house I grew up in, and forgotten memories flooded my mind and heart. I am sure I did not stop talking for hours…But David is used to this by now…
5 Piece Fried Catfish Dinner
One of the places I knew I had to take David was Sudie’s Catfish House. I tell you there is no better place to eat catfish in the world, or at least that I know of, than Sudie’s. I remember as a little girl, my family saw the structure built and wondered what it was going to be. We all had theories, but alas, the sign was installed, a catfish house!
So my family and I tried it and oh my goodness, it was the best catfish we had ever had. The breading was perfect with just the right amount of cornmeal, not too greasy, and the flavor was just out of this world! And the hush puppies!!! They are amazing. To this day, I rarely eat hushpuppies any where else because Sudie’s has spoiled me.
For our family at the time, it was a little pricey so it became a special occasion place. I would choose to go there for my birthday, and then when I got older and could drive, my dad and I would meet there for lunch in the summer, or when I would visit from college.
After David and I arrived I was afraid that I had set the expectation too high, that I had built it up in my mind after a several year absence, but nope. It was delicious! And David said it was every bit of good that I had said. I was relieved! We sat there and enjoyed every morsel!! 
Sudie’s also offers other great menu items, but I have never tried them. Ha! I can’t pass up that catfish. In addition to the Pasadena location, there is also a location in League City right off I-45. Great news! If you can’t make it to the restaurants, they cater too!
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