I can't review their food because it was not ever delivered. Placed an order at 6:20 online…read moreconfirmation said delivery by 7:35. By 8:15 I tried to contact the restaurant and they were unresponsive - the phone would click that it was picked up and immediately was hung back up. This happened when I tried to call again 3 more times. It's now 8:45 at night and still no food and no way to reach the restaurant to resolve this. I'd give 0 stars if I could- don't advertise delivery, take a order and send a confirmation, charge my card then NEVER ACTUALLY DELIVER my food.... oh wait it's now 9:00 and what's that? A knock at the door? Yeah thanks for delivering now I say to which the response is sorry very busy and walked away- I hope the food is better now as leftovers tomorrow than your service... not pleased.

I would say this is the best chippy in edinbugh!! The food is very nice. It is family run and all…read morethe staff are so nice and welcoming and also very chatty. I have never had a bad meal or heard of anyone who has had a bad meal from here. I highly recommend this chippy to everyone.

This is the worst thing that has ever happened to me. The Golden Bite has ruined fish and chips for…read moreme forever. Because I will never - EVER - find a fish supper superior, or perhaps even equal, to the one I had this weekend from the Golden Bite. I travelled to Portobello with Moray L on the express mission of trying the legendary Bite Of Gold after reading Justin G's review, and we were the first ones in when the doors opened at 16:45. The man who greeted us over the counter could not have been happier if he had been a dog in a field full of squirrels. It doesn't seem an exaggeration to say that I suspect frying fish has been his lifelong passion. Because we were so early, we got the first haddock to go into the fryer - clean, white haddock of gobsmacking, Jonah-swallowing proportions which the chap wobbled at us playfully before setting about the battering and frying. At this point - minutes after the doors opened - the shop filled. I mean it properly filled. I know not how many of these were pilgrims like us, and how many were locals, but it's clear that the reputation of The Golden Bite's fish suppers is widely renowned. I was reaching five stars simply from the cleanliness, the rich frying smell, and the chap's jollity before I'd even put anything in my mouth, and when a small girl entered and he pulled down a teddy bear to wave at her, I was smitten with the place entirely. But the food. The food. The proof of the poisson is in the eating. Oh. My. Wrapped lovingly in paper and carried down reverently to the seafront for consumption, these piscine Midas fillets were battered to crispy perfection, but still with the softer underside that makes a fish supper truly sensational. The chips - proper chip shop chips - were glorious and plentiful, but not so numerous as to prevent one from finishing the lustrous, luscious fishywishy that so enchanted both me and Moray. I need to go back. No, you don't understand. I NEED to go back. Now. And I don't think I will ever love a fish supper in quite the same way that I love the Golden Bite's.

A great chip shop that can be found in the Main Street in Portobello…read more Run by Italian husband and wife team serving freshly prepared pizzas, jacket potatoes, I even spotted a battered ribeye steak in the hot display cabinet as well as the famous fish and chips that are cooked to order, for me that is a really good sign of a well run chip shop where the food is fresh and not sitting in a hot box for ages. Crispy batter and cooked just right. I did notice that a plastic sheet A5 size was placed on top of the fish to stop it from sticking to the paper what a great idea, this shop is a must for anyone passing by

It was very hot made to order, very crisp. Not bad but have had better. Batter had a tendency to…read morefall off the fish. Chips were good.

I stumbled upon Benes while searching for the best chippy to get my deep-fried fix in. In good ol'…read moreScottish fashion, they deep-fry just about anything you can imagine: fish, chicken nuggets, pies, haggis, sausage, ribs, pizza, and so on. You get the point. One item that's not listed on their menu, although it really ought to be, is the deep-fried Mars bar. According to MyFitnessPal, this tiny snack will tax your body a whopping 600 calories! Worth only £2.50 a piece, it probably deserves a medal for such a stellar calorie-to-price ratio.

I usually avoid restaurants in touristy areas, and despite being on the tourist-congested Victoria…read moreStreet, I had to stop into Bertie's on a friend's recommendation (and was surprised by how much I liked it!). The Lemon & Herb Baked Fish was so flavorful and juicy. I tried a Deep Fried Mars Bar for the first time and loved it (I don't know what it reminds me of, but it's crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and hot enough to burn the top of your mouth). The star was definitely the Breaded Haddock. I've had fish and chips around the UK for much cheaper, but at a slightly higher price point you get a perfectly crispy piece of fish with double-fried chips. It's really more about the experience of being in a posh fish shop. It's packed with tourists, so you'll be handed a map of the city at the end -- which I found to be pretty funny given I was living in Edinburgh at the time and came with another local. But it's charming and certainly worth a visit.

i could rave about this place for hours. stumbled into here with my friends on our week long trip…read more we were jet lagged and tired from a day of walking. this first thing was that they are three floors tall and include an elevator for accessibility. the second was that they had fully closed bathroom stalls, each equipped with a sink and were very clean. they also had an accessible AND gender neutral toilet. the overall vibe of the place was fun and they had a lot of space with many tables. for the food, they had a key with all possible allergens, and showed which foods included them or not. the first thing we were asked was if there were any allergies in the party. as someone with many allergies, this was amazing. the wait staff was wonderful and very friendly. the food came quick and was so delicious. we had a few drinks, i got the cider, and they were all so good. we have since then gone again during our week in edinburgh and i am so glad we did.

Great little fish and chippy right on the prom. The cafe is owned by a Chinese family and they are…read moreso welcoming and friendly it's worth a visit just to meet them :-) We took my Gran here for fish and chips last summer and she's still raving to all her little friends how good it is.

This is probably one of the best places to have traditional fish and chips in Edinburgh. Get the…read more"Fish Tea" it comes with a pot of tea and bread. The food is cooked fresh and tastes great. The cafe has kept its traditional interior and there is a splendid view of the Portobello beach and seafront. The staff are so very friendly and we felt most welcome. I can really recommend it for all age-groups (we were a family group of grandparents, children and parents)

Slightly biased as I live close, so it obviously scores highly on convenience for me. However I…read morelive near several chippies and this is definitely now my favourite having sampled them all. Its open late, good service they do deliveries. In terms of the food there's a decent selection on offer and the chips are good. Quality chips maketh the chippie and the times I have been the chips have been good. No undercooked potatoes, these are proper well cooked chippie fare. If you live around Meadowbank its worth knowing about this place. In my view better than the competition available.

Walking in to The Devil's Advocate in Advocate Close, just above Market St, the large bar greets…read moreyou. We chose the Scottish Road trip whiskey flight. As someone who truly loved little about Scotch, it was a wonderful way to taste and compare smoky vs peaty whiskeys. Fun. Our table was upstairs and we sat next to an open door which allows for fresh cool air. It was a warm day in Edinburgh. Our server was wonderful, patient and really helpful. Our choices were truly delicious. We started with the fish board, olives, and mushroom skewer. We loved them all. I enjoyed the cod main dish, while my wife finished the starters. The side of asparagus was also excellent. The mouse dessert was delicious but very rich, it's enough for 4 people. The cost of dinner was also totally reasonable. I recommend this place highly.

Great drinks and a killer location. We got a cheeseboard that was actually quite nice and large,…read morewhich we were very pleased with. The one weird thing -- we were unsure when we arrived how hungry we would be, and the menu is a bit limited. We decided to order just the cheese board and see where we were after that. We were told that once we placed an order, we would not be permitted to put in any more food due to a "small kitchen." I have never heard this rule worded in quite this way. I have been to places that prefer you place everything at once, but not that you would absolutely not be allowed to order more food if you found yourself hungry. We witnessed another table leave because of this rule. The server communicated this rule quite gruffly. The restaurant was also not very busy at all, so couldn't have been crowding concerns. I would definetly recommend for drinks and apps, but, for dinner, perhaps elsewhere.

Oh my goodness, we just LOVED this local pub, with amazing food and busy atmosphere! It's almost…read moreas if you're sitting on a barge, and it's a fun vibe, with different seating options and QR Code ordering. Super cool, and the service was fast and cheerful. Food is GREAT! Again, lot's of GF options -- I was able to get the calamari, which was tender and delicious, and it was served with chips that were GF, with salt and pepper seasoning. My husband had a mug of the Cullen Skink with chips -- also very good, hot and filling. The menu has many, many options, and the portions are very good sized. Lots of beer on draft, and a good selection of ciders. Leith is a beautiful place to explore, and this was a lovely lunch and respite from the intermittent rain. Highly recommend making a stop at Teuchters Landing!

This place is in an amazing location right on the Waters of Leith. And when I say "right on" I…read moremean, their outdoor dining area includes a dock on top of the water. It's a bit cold out there but we wanted to sit outside. The other outdoor dining area with heat lamps was more pub-like which also meant people smoking outdoors. To the dock we went! The husband got the fish and chips, and of the five fish and chips he ordered during our 2 and a half weeks in the U.K. this one was neither the best nor the worst. (But still good!) The daughter and I were only lukewarm on our scallops. But what made a lasting impression was the mac n cheese served in a mug. The son and I still talk about it. We think it was the BEST MAC N CHEESE WE'VE EVER HAD. All others are put to shame now. 5 stars - mac n cheese 3 stars - other food

If you have ever been to Portobello beach you will know this place. Its the place you walk by on…read moreyour way to the beach house for a posh hot drink , you know, that chippy with the yellow sign, all run down.. the place you have thought to yourself every time you see it "you wouldnt catch me dead in there" It looks rough, gritty, greasy. Know the one? Well I did the norm and walked by to go to the beach house (great spot!) it was full.. no tables.. and the kids needed to get out of the cold so I thought "what the hey, Ill poke my nose in the chippy and warm up" . Its as run down inside as it is out. I has an authentic feel to it.. one that says "get out". But the guy was nice so I thought Id give it a try .. knowing Id regret it.. but it was cold outside and the beach house was full.. this place was empty. The Kids soon found the toys in the corner.. "that's thoughtful", I thought. The menus came out and there were 4 choices of fresh fish! That was a surprise. The friendly waitress explained the dishes.. fish and chips!! Whats to explain.. well lots it turns out. I made my choice and in good time my order came.. only the best fish and chips in Edinburgh!! As I ate ..astonished with every mouthfull, the owner came to my table to check how the food was!! Is this a fish and chips shop or a fancy restaurant? He gave me a welcome and explained he was the new owner and had big plans for the place once some money/customers come in. I finished the meal and he came over to see if I wanted more. I got the impression he was offering more for free but I was stuffed. I just got a coffee. The coffee was great, not as nice as the beach house but it was half the price. The kids packed up the toys and the owner gave them a free ice cream! each. I was so wrong about this place.. its not what it seems.. its really nice! I recommend trying it.

ordered food they phoned said they didn't have it but still took the money from order shockingread more

One of the great family run chippies in Edinburgh…read more Don't bother asking for for the deep fried mars bar, it ruins the fryer. The black pudding supper is great - and it's good for you :)