5 Best Fish Cleaning Tables

If you fish long enough, and hard enough, eventually you will catch some fish. And, if you like to eat fish, you will need to clean your catch. Just like the electric fillet knives we looked at previously, a good fish cleaning table makes the chore of cleaning fish much easier and more efficient than mamma’s kitchen table. 😉

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My Top 5 Recommended Fish Cleaning Tables:

• Deep Blue Marine Dockside FT48 – This heavy-duty 3/4″ thick marine-grade polymer filet table features anodized aluminum legs with bolt down flanges to secure table to dock.
• Deep Blue Marine Dockside FT72 – Like the FT48 the Dockside FT72 has all the options you want with a larger surface to accommodate 2 people and larger fish.
• Organized Fishing SST-001SK – This Gray Stainless Steel Fillet Table provides ample space for cleaning fish or game, as well as being a great all-around workstation.
• RITE-HITE Stainless-Steel Fillet Cleaning Table – The table is Made In The USA with all US Stainless Steel. In addition to the large work space, the fillet table features: 6″ deep welded in sink, stands 37″ off the ground.
• Outsunny 40″ Folding Fish Cleaning Table – This fish table consists of a high-density plastic tabletop station and durable steel table legs, which can hold up to 220 lbs. of weight in total.

I know I’ve tried cleaning fish all kinda ways. From on the tailgate of my truck, on the sand at the beach, on Mama’s kitchen counter, and yes, on a fish cleaning table. Let me tell you, a good quality fish cleaning table where you can clean your catch, have all of your knives and storage bags, and be comfortable while you do it is the only way to go. Let’s take a look at some high-quality fish cleaning tables and compare them for all of these features.

I guess, first things first, we need to discuss what exactly a constitutes a fish cleaning table. For most of us, a fish cleaning table is any table we can clean fish on. It can range from mom’s kitchen table (not recommended by the way) to a picnic table in the back yard, to a home built table just for cleaning fish and finally, the professionally built fish cleaning table.

You’ve seen em, the ones made out of stainless steel or marine-grade polymer. They have plenty of room, running water, durable and comfortable to work on. Some are freestanding, others fold for easy storage, and still others attach to your dock, pier or deck. What ever your preference these fish cleaning tables will give you many years of service and keep you out of trouble with mama. 😉

The folks at Deep Blue Marine build some of the best fish cleaning tables with the best components to compliment your dock for many years of use. The FT48 Dockside Fillet Table is designed to resist the saltwater environment this premium quality fish fillet table has all the options you want.

This heavy-duty 3/4″ thick marine-grade polymer filet table features anodized aluminum legs with bolt down flanges to secure table to dock, and it is designed to drain through slots in back and overhang dock. Surface will not absorb fish odor, mildew, crack, or rot, and is maintenance-free. Made of FDA approved high density polyethylene. All FT series dock tables feature knife sharpener, covered knife holder, pliers slots, hose holder, umbrella hole, and drink holder! All stainless steel hardware is included. Hose not included.

Features

• Top Seller
• 48 x 21 Work Surface
• U.V. Stabile Polymer Construction
• Angled For Drainage
• Bright Anodized Aluminum Legs
• Full Featured Side Station Included

This heavy-duty 3/4″ thick marine-grade polymer filet table features anodized aluminum legs with bolt down flanges to secure table to dock, and it is designed to drain through slots in back and overhang dock. Surface will not absorb fish odor, mildew, crack, or rot, and is maintenance-free. Made of FDA approved high density polyethylene.

All FT series dock tables feature knife sharpener, covered knife holder, pliers slots, hose holder, umbrella hole, and drink holder! All stainless steel hardware is included. Hose not included. FT sink option is available for the 48″ or 72″ version and comes with a flush cover for full use of filet table when sink is covered. FT drawer option is available to add to the FT48 & 72.

Features

• 72 x 21 Work Surface
• Ideal For Large Fish Or Two Person Filleting
• Bright Dip Anodized Aluminum Legs
• Secure 4 Bolt Mounting Pads
• Includes (2) Side Stations

Next up, lets look at a couple of the better stainless steel fish cleaning tables. These tables are professional grade and will outlast most of us. Now, I’ll be the first to admit that in the saltwater environment, ain’t no such thing as stainless. So, you will need to wash the table down occasionally with fresh water and you’ll need to have some type of cutting board to protect your knives, but these are a great option for a permanent fish cleaning station.

The Organized Fishing SST-001SK Gray Stainless Steel Fillet Table provides ample space for cleaning fish or game, as well as being a great all-around workstation. The stamped in sink, folding faucet, and additional hose and nozzle add lots of flexibility. It features folding legs for easy storage and transport as well.

Organized Fishing SST-001SK Gray Stainless Steel Fillet Table Features:

• Drain assembly, faucet, folding
• 6 ft. Hose and nozzle
• Folding
• Rust resistant
• 7 yr warranty

The Rite-Hite heavy-duty stainless steel fillet table is perfect for docks, garages, or wherever your filleting needs take you. The table is Made In The USA with all US Stainless Steel. In addition to the large work space, the fillet table features: 6″ deep welded in sink, stands 37″ off the ground, adjustable stainless steel shelf, adjustable feet for uneven surfaces with mounting holes, and a stainless steel faucet. The shelf adjusts to height preference. Faucet connects to a standard garden hose. 24 ” deep

Features:

• Table size is 37″ tall, (39″ with backsplash), 44″ wide, 24″ in width, and a 6″ deep sink.
• constructed from 16-gauge stainless steel
• Perfect for use in any garage, workshop, boat dock, or outdoor setting.
• features an extra heavy-duty top with a 2″ tall backsplash, an adjustable shelf for personal preference, and adjustable rounded feet that eliminate table wobble on uneven floors.
• The edges on the front of the tabletop are rounded with a small lip for working comfort and to keep water on the table.
• Fast and easy assembly.
• can be broken down for portability
• It is also good for camping, weekend fishing trips, or hunting camps.
• Ideal For Cleaning Large/Small Fish or Game
• 6″ Deep Sink and Stainless Steel Faucet
• Connector on faucet hooks up to a garden hose

This deluxe fish cleaning camp table from Outsunny with flexible faucet and accessories is portable and easy to move and setup. With this smart table, you can clean your catches without mess or hassle. Its flexible faucet can easily hook up to a standard garden hose to provide fresh water. The drain hole and hose allow you to empty the sink into the bucket or floor drain with great ease. The folding legs allow you to take this table anywhere and easily store it when your work is done. Perfect for camping, fishing, and almost any kinds of outdoor activities!

This fish table consists of a high-density plastic tabletop station and durable steel table legs, which can hold up to 220 lbs. of weight in total. The faucet can hook up to a standard garden hose to provide fresh water, and the flexible drain hose lets you empty the sink into a bucket or floor drain to minimize cleanup.

Grab yourself on of these quality fish cleaning tables. Next time you catch a mess of fish you’ll be glad you did. Mama will be happy you did too! Save your back, save your knives, and you’ll end up with a better quality and yield of fillets when you have a good comfortable table to clean your catch. They will last you a lifetime and probably more. Whether it’s a dockside table, folding table, stainless or marine-grade polymer, you can’t go wrong with any of these fish cleaning tables.