Empire Fish

We have been Milwaukee’s largest seafood wholesaler and premier retail seafood market since 1913. In that time, we have developed the expertise to procure and handle all types of seafood in a way our competitors cannot. We specialize in sourcing only the finest fresh and frozen seafood from around the world. Moreover, we are obsessed with quality, sustainability, and customer service. All of our fresh product is cut throughout the day by our in house production crew. Therefore, our customers are getting only the most pristine and freshly filleted product possible. Also, our wholesale and retail businesses operate out of the same facility, which allows our retail customers to enjoy a larger and more diverse inventory than would be otherwise possible. If you are looking for a retail seafood market in the Midwest that feels like a coastal market, we are confident you have found your place.

On December 13, 1913, Jerry Kutchera and John Tauffner opened Empire Fish Co. in a rented store front at 1921 W. Vliet St. in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In 1922, Jerry moved the business up the street to 2417 (later 2423) W. Vliet St. In 1940, additions were made to the store. These consisted of a new store front, a remodeled interior store and processing area, as well as the addition of a freezer off the cooler room. Since 1960, Empire Fish Co. has expanded and diversified its product line. In 1974, Empire Fish Co. saw the need for another expansion. On March 19, 1976 Empire Fish Co. moved operations to the current location in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.

Bill R.
Manager
Bill has been with Empire Fish/Neesvig’s since 2016. He has worked in the organization before entering his current role in August of 2016. Bill currently oversees the operation of the Empire Fish Retail Store.