Robert and Stephani Wise are continuing the legacy of his father Al's Catfish Hollow restaurant with the Catfish Hauler Food Truck.
The memorable and well-loved Newnan restaurant was shuttered after Al's death almost ten years ago. To honor his dad, Robert chose a name that echoed the restaurant, but with a whole new concept. Robert sought to carry out his father’s vision by blending the past with the present. He took many learnings and cooking styles from his father’s restaurant and rolled them into a food truck, naming it, Catfish Hauler.
“We thought it would be a fun business opportunity to start a food truck that served awesome seafood,” Stephani says. “Folks around here have been missing Catfish Hollow like crazy!” Now, with the food truck, they are able to take the memories of Catfish Hollow on the road.
Featured on the menu are southern treats like chicken & waffles, fried Mississippi catfish, fried gulf shrimp, hushpuppies, and more. And, you don’t want to miss out on their cheese curds, one of Stephani’s favorite items.
Robert and Stephani take their food truck all over. They’ve been seen at markets, festivals, private events, and even neighborhoods. Standing out against the many food trucks at these events is a constant challenge, but one they welcome gleefully. Stephani is proud of the business they have created. They offer quality food and customize menus for private events. The care they put into their food is evident, and their catfish and shrimp recipes are continuously praised.
“Food makes people happy, and we get to do that every time. The smiles and especially the appreciation for great food is what keeps us going,”
Follow Catfish Hauler at @CatfishHaulerFoodTruck on Facebook to see where they will be next! Or you can call them at 678-254-0227.
