A fish fry is a meal usually consisting of battere and fried fish, french fries, coleslaw, hushpuppies, lemon slices, tartar sauce, malt vinegar and dessert. Usually served on Friday nights during Lent as a restaurant special; often served "all you can eat" and occasionally as family style (serving dishes brought to and left at the table). Beer is common beverage of choice to accompany a fish fry. A fish fry will often include potato pancakes (with accompanying side dishes of sour cream or applesauce) and sliced caraway rye bread if served in a German restaurant or area.