Does Whataburger Have a Fish Sandwich? (Whatacatch)
Whataburger's fish sandwich, the Whatacatch, is a Lent-season item: in 2026 it ran from February 17 to April 6. The sandwich is listed at 495 calories; outside Lent there is no fish on the menu.
Is there a fish sandwich?
Yes, seasonally. Whataburger's fish sandwich is the Whatacatch, sold with a Whatacatch platter during Lent. In 2026 it returned on February 17 and was available through April 6, according to news coverage of the launch. It was not on the menu at the stores we checked on Nov 3, 2026.
Fans have petitioned to keep it all year, but Whataburger has not announced a permanent fish sandwich.
Whatacatch calories
The nutrition database we use lists the Whatacatch Sandwich at 495 calories with 19 g of protein, and the Whatacatch dinner (platter) at 1,600 calories. Prices are not in our data because it was off the menu when we checked.
Whatacatch vs other Whataburger sandwiches
At 495 calories, the Whatacatch Sandwich is lighter than a #1 Whataburger (590 cal) and close to the Grilled Chicken Sandwich (440 cal). The platter is a full meal: at 1,600 calories it is heavier than a #1 Whatameal (1,400 cal).
So the sandwich is a reasonable lighter pick during Lent, while the platter is a big meal best shared or saved for a hungry day. The sandwich's 19 g of protein is more than a Whataburger Jr.'s 14 g.
Why it is seasonal
Many fast-food chains add fish for Lent, when many Christians skip meat on Fridays. Whataburger follows that pattern, bringing the Whatacatch back each Lent season and taking it off afterwards.
When it comes back
Based on past years, look for it around the start of Lent each February or March. We list returning items on new and limited-time Whataburger items.
What to order instead
Outside Lent, the lighter sandwiches are the Grilled Chicken Sandwich (440 cal, $6.79) and the Grilled Cheese (510 cal, $1.99). For a meat-free Friday, see vegetarian options at Whataburger.
Allergens
Fish is a major allergen, and fried fish sandwiches are usually breaded, so expect wheat too. Our allergen table covers the current menu; see the Whataburger allergen menu.
Frequently asked questions
Does Whataburger have a fish sandwich?
Yes, the Whatacatch, but only during Lent; the 2026 run ended April 6.
How many calories are in the Whatacatch?
495 calories for the sandwich and 1,600 for the dinner, per the nutrition database we use.
When does the Whatacatch come back?
Around the start of Lent each year.
Does Whataburger have fish on Fridays?
Only during Lent, when the Whatacatch sandwich and platter are back on the menu.
How much is the Whatacatch?
Prices were not in our data because it was off the menu when we checked; it returns each Lent.
Is the Whatacatch healthy?
The sandwich is listed at 495 calories, lighter than a #1 Whataburger; the platter is 1,600.
Is there a Whatacatch platter?
Yes, sold with the sandwich during Lent; the nutrition database lists the dinner at 1,600 calories.
Is the Whatacatch on the menu all year?
No, it is a seasonal Lent item.