The Cincinnati Sauce, The Nationally Recognized Fish Sandwich & A Friday Night Lenten Tradition

WARREN COUNTY, OH -- National Tartar Sauce Day returns Friday, February 20, the first Friday of Lent, and once again, the celebration starts where it all began: Cincinnati.

Founded nine years ago by Frisch's Big Boy in Cincinnati, National Tartar Sauce Day honors Frisch's iconic fish sandwich, made with two sustainably sourced Alaskan cod filets and the restaurant’s Original Tartar Sauce.

This year’s celebration comes with national recognition. Frisch’s fish sandwich was recently highlighted by Mashed as one of the best fish sandwiches in the country, earning praise for quality and consistency.

Frisch’s fish offerings are a Friday night staple during Lent, with guests enjoying Fish ’N Chips, the Alaskan Cod Sandwich, and other seafood favorites - all paired with the signature tartar sauce that inspired a national food holiday. Frisch’s also offers popular meatless options during Lent, including Vegetable Soup, Grilled Cheese, and Mac and Cheese.

For families continuing a Lenten tradition, Frisch’s Friday Night Fish Fry features an unlimited seafood bar with soup, salad, and sides at participating locations.

While Warren County lost all of its Frisch’s Big Boys, there are still 31 locally owned and operated restaurants serving communities across the region, reinforcing its deep local roots. Almost everyone in Warren County is less than 20 minutes from a Frisch’s, making it easy to still enjoy a hometown favorite during Lent and beyond.

Guests can find their nearest location at frischs.com/locations

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