Lionfish, The Savory Menace, Swims Its Way Onto Restaurant Menus

A venomous fish with destructive habits has surfaced as a tasty meal at several South Florida restaurants.

“We love serving, and our customers love dining on, lionfish,” said Michael Ledwith, chef-owner of Chef Michael’s in Islamorada. “We have had a few squeamish folks converted to lionfish lovers after a small sampling.”

Fish Fish in North Miami added lionfish to its selection of fresh-caught specials soon after opening in February 2013.

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