The restaurant has been a long time established and the building is pretty run down, but the food is great. I highly recommend the halibut fish and chips as well as the McDinkys. read more

It's like coming home when I get to have fish and chips. Nothing like it anywhere else

Absolutely no fish and all batter. I grew up with Cap'n Yobys and it was where we always looked forward to going for delicious food. It is absolutely horrible now and outrageously expensive. They say they weigh all fish... only true if they weigh out 1/4 ounce per piece! Won't go back and highly recommend no one wasting their money there read more

Cap'n Yoby's Drive-Ins - Halibut fish - Seafood Near Me - Kelso, Washington

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This place isn't the best and some of the workers really look at you as a nuisance, but I stop by every now and again because it's been around my whole life and I get a craving for that batter they use. It is a little expensive but for me, a two piece hits the spot. I will say, although a certain counter person is a little gruff, everyone I've seen seems to be busy working, so that's good. I do feel like I'd stop by more often if the service was a little more friendly though. read more

Wow! This place is great. Had their world famous halibut fish n chips and they were amazing! The breading was simple so you got to enjoy the halibut itself. Served with fries tartar and ketchup. Simple and delicious! Expect to spend between 15-20$ per person. Halibut is not cheap but this place is worth it read more

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My wife and I pulled out a home equity loan then got 2 3pc halibut meals. Well worth it!

I have been eating Captn Yoby's fish and chips for over 65 years and really enjoy the fish. you could even eat the left overs cold out of the fridge. I travel 80 miles yesterday to get my fish fix. What a disappointmen! The batter was very greasy and kind of dougly. And it had a bit of OLD oil taste. I guess it is time to find a new halibut fish and chips place. read more

Not a great first impression. Guy working in there seemed irritated. I was too scared to ask him for vinegar. I thought it was very expensive for what it was . Try it for yourself but ask for ketchup as you get your tray or you will stand in line 10 min to get some. That poor guy is making shakes taking orders and everything else. read more

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I have tried their Fish & Chips twice and it is mixed for me due to the batter they use for their fish & chips. I'm not saying it's bad, just different. It reminds me of a batter you would find at a county fair it's like a corn dog batter I think. It coats thin on the fish when fried so it's smooth like. If you like a sweeter type batter I would say give them a try you may like it and may even be a raving fan for their fish & chips. read more

I had Cap'n Yoby's Moby sandwich. I ordered it in the drive through, and I highly recommend you DO NOT do that. I was offered no sauces for the fries, and the fish itself was very small, with way too much batter to make up for it. The batter was no fully cooked through either. Maybe if I dined in, they wouldn't have rushed the food as much and it would've cooked all the way, and maybe I would've been offered sauce for the fries. read more

My halibut was a tiny sliver in a huge piece of batter. Not even sure how they can get that much batter on that tiny of a piece of fish. Not even sure how they can cut the fish that small. I mean, it was literally just flake splinters in there. More like a fritter, batter with specks of fish. I would've took a picture, but I was with someone who was just in love in with the place and raved about it. Even they were wondering where the fish was and what happened here. $40 later, a four piece and a two-piece meal because you can't add any pieces to your four piece meal, I would say we got about as much fish as two Burgerville fish and chips pieces would be. I would almost pay to go again and take a picture just to prove to you how little fish was in that giant batter glob. The best idea I can give you is .... the fish was Maybe the size of a large earthworm and it was inside a piece of batter about the size of a snickers or Milky Way bar... yes, I was astounded they put their name on that and that people bother to come back read more

Okay, I hate writing negative reviews. But this establishment has really gone downhill...and I'm honestly surprised they're still open. Or still have the same people running the place. It's not BAD service. Food is made fast and fresh still. So I generally can't complain. But I can't remember the last time an employee seemed happy to be working there. Which is a problem in my book. Almost all of their food I don't like anymore. They have two types of fish, only one is good. I used to advocate specifically for their fries and shake...they don't have shakes anymore. WHAT?! Their fries aren't as good as they used to be, and may even be different if they were willing to part with their shakes. Their burgers aren't good. But here's the one pro: their food is still fresh. It's a personal taste problem as to why I don't like it. Ambiance has gone downhill. Whenever I've been inside or through the drive-thru years ago, it felt like a fish restaurant. Now? I just feel like they're staying open because of some threat against them. It's harder to put up with their inconvenient location now. It used to be like "the food's too good to care" but now it's frustrating that they're on the corner of essentially a one-way street. There are two directions you can access it from, but it's just weirdly positioned. Also I'll briefly mention the rising prices. That's not their fault, but it doesn't help their cause. Overall guys, I hate to say it...I'll never return unless someone I'm with is DYING to go! They have a good fish option, and that's it. Everything else has gone downhill food-wise and atmosphere-wise. Workers seem to hate their time spent at the shop. I can't remember the last time I saw them busy, but I also don't really look that often. Even ordering for take-out over the phone isn't great. It's sad to see a once bright spot in town, become dimly lit. read more

Halibut Fish & Chips 2.3/5 overall. Crispness 2/5. Batter 2/5. Fish quality 4/5. Flavor 2/5. Fries 3/5. Size and value 1/5. Double Cheeseburger 2/5 overall. Patty 2/5. Bun 2/5. Sauce 1/5. Flavor 2/5. Toppings 3/5. Fries 3/5. Size and value 1/5. Very expensive food for medium quality, good service and friendly staff though. read more

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Great food and caring staff , definitely recommend their fish and chips with slaw and homemade tartar

We had a great experience here - I'm not much of a fish and chips person but you feel like you have to order it here bc of the vibes and it doesn't disappoint! The batter is sweet and almost cake-like. Definitely would go back. read more

Cap'n Yoby's Drive-Ins - Fish n chips! - Seafood Near Me - Kelso, Washington

Nicely fried and flakey cod and halibut in the seafood plate. Staff was friendly. Access to the restaurant could be awkward if you're not familiar with the area. read more

Cap'n Yoby's Drive-Ins - Menu as of October 2023 - Seafood Near Me - Kelso, Washington

Fish and Chips have been always consistent and fresh. This is the restaurant where when locals move away they miss. When family come to visit from out of town they have to have Cap'n Yoby's read more

I don't know what is up with these reviews complaining about their fish and chips......I grew up on the Pacific coast and am very picky when it comes to fish and chips. These guys know how to cook fish and chips! Period! One significant sign of good fish and chips is when the restaurant offers malt vinegar....I won't even try F&C at any restaurant that doesn't offer malt vinegar. These guys do and wow....they make it work! Places like this is few and far between. 5 stars!!! you rock!! read more

Consistently rude staff, hit or miss burgers, high prices. Much better options in town. Don't waste your money, if they'll accept it. They would not accept a $100 to pay for a meal with sides. read more

Food is good but the building is in very poor shape, I wish they'd put a little love and care into it, it would be so nice instead of an eye sore . It would be nice to have food other than deep fried too, let's get America back in shape for god sake read more

I've always had the greatest food and greatest service when eating at capn yobys. Lately I've been eating in there more often and the burgers have gone a little downhill but the worst part is the attitude from this dark haired fella. He talks badly to the women there and refuses to help customers. There's a blonde gal there and she is the nicest. ​ read more

Best fish and chips I have had. Might be a bit pricey. But well worth it. They have in restaurant dinning. It's not fine dining, but it's welcoming. They also have great hamburgers. read more

Cap'n Yoby's Drive-Ins - outside of restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Kelso, Washington

Love them!! Always amazing, hometown, private owner/business. Amazing food. Fish and tarter are always my favorite!!

Halibut & Chowder we're very yummy ! Quick trip in and out but the little restaurant seemed super quaint. Would stop again read more

I do t know what to say about this local tradition. Whether you used to have it in the OG spot on Ocean Beach or found it here In Kelso, this place is pretty bomb. The batter is unique. You won't find a doughy but crunchy batter like this anywhere else on your fish. I prefer the halibut, of course. The prices keep rising but it's a must have when I visit "home." read more

The young lady working at the drive thru was incredible! I have a broken arm and needed to place a large order that was to much for the drive thru but she went ahead and allowed me to order and pay then park and wait and come back to the drive thru. I really appreciate her helping me! read more

I am obsessed with the halibut at Cap'n Yoby's. I really dislike cod, so I rarely order fish-n-chips, as cod is usually what's used. When I discovered Cap'n Yoby's Halibut-n-Chips, I was over the moon! I know that some people think it's too expensive, but let's be real.... halibut is an expensive fish! (Yesterday, I bought some halibut at the grocery store, and it was $29.99/pound.) It's not cheap, but it is worth every cent, in my opinion. I also like their batter, which I prefer over breading. But the batter isn't too thick or thin (it's just right). And there's no weird, "off" flavors from the frying oil, so they much change it often. Their tartar sauce is terrific, too. We don't live in town, but we visited there recently, so I had Cap'n Yoby's for dinner the first night, and again for lunch the next day! If you like battered halibut-n-chips, and you're going to be anywhere near Longview/Kelso, then you NEED to try Cap'n Yoby's! read more

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Best battered halibut so far I've ever had! Great burgers,fries,shakes also! Love the tarter sauce for fries and the fish! read more

Always so delicious--the fish is battered in a pancake-like batter. Crinkle cut fries and the BEST tartar sauce you'll ever eat! Call ahead to use the drive up window. read more

I really wanted to like this, but the halibut I had was barely warm and not crunchy at all; I should have taken it back. Crinkle fries are pretty good. 3 pc with fries is now $16.45. read more

My husband and i had the fish and chips halabit and shared some chicken strips. They were all very good. The fish qasnt greasy and it was still moist. Same with the chicken strips and french fries. read more

Cap'n Yoby's Drive-Ins - Halibut fish and chips and chicken strips. - Seafood Near Me - Kelso, Washington

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First time buyer here: had the halibut fish and chips, and was very impressed! Both with the fish and the crinkle cut fries! Outstanding food! Will definitely go back! read more

Poor service! Cashier was not friendly with me and family. Also, building is falling into disrepair. Can't read the sign because the letters have fallen down. Unacceptable! I don't plan on bringing my business their again. read more

I really enjoyed my stop here. The fish was delicious and although deep fried was flaky and not greasy - a hard thing to find with an order of fish and chips. The fries were good and plentiful. YUMMY tartar sauce. Clam chowder was a little thin for my taste but the flavor was very good. Prices are on the high side but the food seemed to be of a decent quality. Limited, tight seating, but we found a spot that worked. Super friendly guys working there. Clean bathrooms and easy parking. read more

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Food has always been good and cooked fresh. Friendly and helpful staff and service, and a family friendly vibe as soon as you walk in.

Yoby's spoiled me for Halibut 50 years ago. I've tried it many times at other places many times and my family can attest that I ALWAYS say, "NOT AS GOOD AS CAPN YOBYS." Burgers are good as well but I stick to the halibut fish and an extra TUB of tartar sauce. I grew up in Kelso, haven't lived there for 30 plus years but still make the 40 mile drive up I-5 for the best fish and chips I've ever ate. read more

I didn't take a picture of my food as I scarfed it down the moment I got it. After a morning of fishing, I was desperate for food and came here. I ordered the 3pc fish & chips and a strawberry milkshake. Maybe I was just really hungry but everything was 10/10. Crispy crinkle fries. Crunchy flavorful breaded thick cut halibut. Delicious tartar sauce. Perfect-consistency milkshake with actual chunks of strawberry. I have no desire to come to back to Kelso but if I was passing thru, would mos def be visiting again. read more

Family tradition. Always a great halibut. Tarter sauce is up to family expectations. read more

Cap'n Yoby's Drive-Ins - Menu 2020 - Seafood Near Me - Kelso, Washington

I'm from Seattle and this is the best halibut & chips EVER! My parents loved this place back in the 60s when they attended Kelso High School. They passed their love on to me and now I make it a point to eat here on my way to or from anywhere in Oregon. Halibut is cooked perfectly, batter is just right, and the tarter sauce couldn't be better. I've heard the burgers are good but I could never not order the halibut. read more

Cap'n Yoby's Drive-Ins - Chips, perfectly cooked halibut, the best tarter sauce. - Seafood Near Me - Kelso, Washington

Best greasy spoon in the area!! I live almost an hour away and I will make a special trip to eat there again in the near future!!! Halibut and onion rings are the bomb. read more

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