From the Sea to the Table
Freshness isn’t a promise—it’s our daily practice. Each morning, our fish and shrimp are caught straight from the Gulf waters and brought directly to our kitchen, ensuring every dish is as fresh as the Gulf breeze. From see to table, we honor the catch by preparing it with care, tradition, and a whole lot of love, so you can taste the difference in every bite.
Captain Mc
Captain Fred has been a fisherman his whole life, shaped by his earliest memories of casting lines at the age of four and the lessons his grandfather taught him about life on the water. Growing up in Houston’s Third Ward, he went on to become a classically trained musician and longtime public school teacher, but the call of the Gulf never left him. Today, he is widely recognized as one of the only Black commercial fishermen working along the Texas Gulf Coast and the driving force behind Captain Fred’s Seafood—a business he started to share his daily catch with Houston’s restaurants and community. Despite barriers in the industry and the challenges of navigating complex licensing, he brings in fresh fish, sheepshead, black drum, and more straight from the bay to your plate, all with passion, pride, and a commitment to exposing others—especially young Black Houstonians—to the rich opportunities and traditions of commercial fishing.
Fishing with Captain Mc
Join Captain Fred on an unforgettable fishing trip led by a true Texas Gulf original. With a lifetime on the water, Captain Fred offers hands-on, authentic fishing experiences where you’ll learn the craft, hear the stories, and reel in the catch alongside a seasoned commercial fisherman. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned angler, his trips are rooted in respect for the sea, local tradition, and a genuine love for sharing the bounty of the Gulf.