Eating Fish on Shabbat
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Question
Is there an obligation to eat fish on Shabbat? [My husband doesn't like fish, so I end up not preparing fish for Shabbat].
Answer
Hello,
It is mentioned in the writings of the Ari that there is a mitzvah to eat fish on Shabbat at each of the meals. The words of the Sages also mention fish as a food for Shabbat. Therefore, one should strive to eat them.
However, since the mitzvah to eat them stems from the law of 'Oneg Shabbat' (delight of Shabbat), someone who does not like fish or finds them harmful should not eat them.
In your case, it is appropriate for those who do like fish to eat them at least at one meal, but those who do not like them should not eat them.
Source
Mishnah Berurah, Siman 242, Se'if Katan 2.