Whole Fish Red Snapper
Wild Caught · Gulf Coast USA · Frozen Fresh
$20.00 / per lb
3 in stock
Whole fish are sold by weight
- Email us and tell us which fish you want.
- We weigh it and send you the exact price — weight × $20.00 per lb.
- You approve it, we invoice, and it goes out on your next delivery or ship date.
Whole fish come gutted, scaled, and vacuum sealed. No two weigh the same, so we price each one by hand instead of forcing it into a size band.
Product Details
Whole American red snapper. The Gulf's most iconic fish, sold whole the way it comes off the boat. IFQ-managed, hook and line caught in federally managed Gulf waters. Gutted and scaled at the fish house, vacuum sealed within days of landing. Frozen at -5°F. Frozen Fresh.
Flavor & Texture
Firm, lean white flesh with a mild, slightly sweet flavor. The whole fish retains moisture through any preparation — roasted whole, salt-crusted, or grilled. One of the most versatile fish on the American table, and one of the best to cook bone-in.
Why Whole
Bone, skin, and head protect the flesh during cooking and amplify the flavor. A whole fish roasts more evenly than a fillet, stays juicier, and makes the plate. This is the format chefs default to for a reason.
What You Receive
Whole American red snapper, gutted and scaled, vacuum sealed. Sourced from federally managed U.S. Gulf waters, IFQ quota controlled. Select your size above. Actual weight may vary slightly within size range.
Common Questions
How is it sold?
Whole fish are sold by weight band, so you pick the size range that fits your table. Actual weight varies slightly within the range you choose.
How does it come cleaned?
Every whole fish comes gutted, scaled, and vacuum-sealed — ready to grill, roast, or fillet at home.
How long can I keep it in my freezer?
For the best quality, we suggest eating within 6 months of purchase. That said, our fish holds excellent quality out to 12 months.
After 12 months it's still safe to eat, but the quality starts to degrade.
Is there a discount for buying in bulk?
Yes. One of the best parts of buying frozen is that it lets you stock your freezer.
Orders over $200 — use code GM200 for 10% off your entire order. Orders over $400 — use code GM400 for 15% off your entire order.
Why Frozen Is Actually Fresher
Frozen Within 48 Hours
Most grocery store fish is 7–10 days old before it hits the counter. Ours is processed and frozen within 48 hours of the fish hitting the dock.
Locks In Nutrition
Flash freezing preserves the omega-3s, protein, and flavor that degrade in fresh fish over time.
Better Than “Fresh”
In seafood, “fresh” often means never frozen but days old. Frozen right means genuinely fresh.