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    Fish & Whistle

    4.7 (112 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 6:00 PM

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    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    petite portion fish and chips
    Vi L.

    If I lived nearby, I would probably go here all the time. Top quality food, I think this is easily the best restaurant in Biddeford. The staff is nice and it's a chill environment but still feels like a nice place to go out. You just order at the front and they bring your food back to you. After coming here twice, I think basically everything here is good. They know how to flavor and fry things without making any the food feel heavy. The fish and chips are excellent and are their namesake. A petite portion is supposedly 4 oz fish? But I thought it was a good serving size! (see photo) Then the half portion is 8oz and large is 16. My friends got gluten free fish and it looked basically the same, and I'm told was good too. Fried chicken - also very good. I think the same amount of fries comes with each. Some other things I've tried include the roasted oysters, and I loved the bread crumbs on top. Just get one to try, though you might want more. We came for restaurant week which gave $5 off of $40 or more. This week, they had a mango champagne parfait which was tasty, but I really loved the soft serve and the toppings. I've previously tried their donuts and fritters which were also delicious. I think about the desserts here when I'm not here. MUST GET DESSERT IF YOU COME HERE! K thx

    Chicken sandwich
    Anusha V.

    An amazing spot if you're looking to try fish and chips. We stopped here on a Thursday eve and were able to get a table for 2. We got a bunch of things to try.. gluten free fish and chips, crispy chicken sandwich and a fried fish sandwich. The gf fish and chips were nice, light and crispy.. I wish they had a bit more seasoning in the gf flour but the tartar sauce makes up for it. My husband preferred the fried fish sandwich to the chicken sandwich and claimed that the fish was perfectly crisp and seasoned to perfection. Overall the food was great, service was fantastic and the place looked cozy and clean. A must visit if you're in the mood for fish and chips!!!

    Inside of the fish & whistle
    Stewart S.

    My fiancé has been talking about going the fish and whistle for a few months now.. We finally went. It was a very comfy, cozy and the staff was very friendly. She got the "Petite fish & chips " and I got the chicken sandwich! Both orders were perfect! The batter they use for the chicken sandwich was very tasty and different! I loved it and the chicken was juicy! I am already looking forward to going back! Her fish and chips were perfect! Very fresh and juicy as well! We will be back ! Highly suggest! I met Kate who is one of the owners and she was very friendly and thanked us for supporting their establishment .

    Fish sandwich, green goddess salad, grilled oysters (special) fish n chips
    The D.

    This was my first time trying Fish & Whistle, came highly recommended from friends and also noticed they have been nominated for a James Beard award! I enjoyed the setting and how it is a come up to the bar to place your order setup! The service was excellent, very knowledgeable to what is in the food as my guest has a dairy allergy! Very casual setting, the food was amazing, loved the fry on the sandwich not too much the perfect amount, wasn't a huge fan of the bun but it was still good, tartar sauce was different couldn't put my finger on it but was not traditional. French fries were delicious. Green goddess salad was well dressed I would prefer my lettuce leaves to be cut up more than left as whole leaves (personal preference). Oyster special was amazing grilled oysters either a little bread crumb and butter! My friend said he really enjoyed the fish & chips as-well. Highly suggest the sour cherry limeade, not too sweet it was perfect! Only suggestion I would have is getting table covers for the tables I didn't like how they felt tacky / sticky. They were clean but whatever the tables were made with felt weird. Definitely will be returning!

    The half order!
    Melissa H.

    Oh the hype is so very real! Fish & Whistle is taking a simple concept - fried seafood and similar things - and excelling at it in every way! This little Biddeford spot is counter service and somewhat limited seating, so come early or plan to take it to-go. There is also bar seating, which is what we opted for, because that's where you'll get the best viewing of those giant pieces of fish taking a swim in the fryer! Let me back up - I don't have any earthly idea how someone would finish the full size fish and chips because it's bigger than a newborn. Seriously. I got the half order and it would've been incredibly tough to finish had it not been so freaking delicious. The breading is so dang crispy it's *dreamy*. The fish is so flaky and tender. Fries are hand cut and nice and crispy. Slaw is different than most - really thinly shaved cabbage and other veg, tossed in a super light vinegary dressing. I love traditional creamy coleslaw so it was just ok for me at first. But after a few bites of that fried goodness, the coleslaw is an absolutely perfect respite. It's a palate cleanser! The beer and wine selection is small but curated... Everything is on there for a reason. The rose was light and dry and just a little bit fruity - a perfect pairing with our meal. Their desserts are made in house too, and while we didn't get to try any while we were there, it sounds like they are not to be missed! So what are you waiting for? Get yourself to Fish and Whistle for some of the best fish and chips you'll ever get your hands on!

    Haddock full meal!!!!!!! Yummy yummy
    Anna R.

    Absolutely the best place around for excellent fish. A little pricey but you can not put a price on super great food every time!!!!!!! The staff here are wonderful

    yum is all I can say! We love this casual counter order gem. My husband had the fried chicken sandwich with fried. It was delicious, tasty bun, and good ratio of ingredients. The fries were fresh and homemade. Chicken cooked well. I had the salad and the fish sandwich. It was delicious. Loved the NA beer I had as well! We've been several times and food is always consistently good.

    Fish Dip with fried Saltines
    Tim S.

    Small, intimate, yummy, and definitely (if you have to) worth the wait... Check the board for their specials, on our visit there was a lovely fish dip that was served with fried Saltines. I have never thought of frying this simple cracker however, the end result is magical. Pro tip, the 1/2 Fish & Chips is a ton of food for a single person. Only the exceptionally hungry should consider the full portion.

    This is a HALF portion of their amazing fish and chips!
    Bill D.

    I should have reviewed Fish & Whistle ages ago, but have neglected a shout-out for this amazing spot for too long. Simply put, this place will knock your socks off. It's beautifully casual and unfussy with neat nautical decor and beautiful plants strung throughout the place. The staff is always friendly and willing to help. You often get a visit from one of the owners, she's also a pastry chef and is responsible for the fluffy milk buns they use for their sandwiches. They have the fryer down to a science. The battered fish comes out piping hot and delightfully crispy and light. The breading doesn't overpower the fish like st other places. The green goddess salad is always fresh and wonderful too. Definitely stop the next time you're in Biddeford. You won't regret it.

    Fish and chips

    If you're craving fish and chips I could not recommend this place enough. Fish was perfectly flaky breading was buttery and delicious and the fries cooked to perfection I took my first bite and was like "damn this is good" and I had a fat grin on my face. Not to mention if you have anybody with you who's allergic to gluten they can actually eat since they have a gluten free option which was still very good overall I'm coming back again, place was very good.

    Fish and chips
    Jeff D.

    I went in on a very busy Friday afternoon and enjoyed the Fish and chips. The fish was fried with a tempura batter that usually consists of flour, egg and ice water. The Pollock was cooked perfectly and actually held together. The chips were crunchy and seasoned well. Lewiston by the Sea is getting better and better.

    Brendan S.

    My wife and I stopped in here a few weeks back before going to sacred profane. The food was awesome. My wife and I split a large order of fish and chips. It was huge. It was a bit crowded when we were there, so the table was a little tight to site in, as the other table in the window had a family sitting there as well. Overall, I'd definitely stop in again if we are in the area again.

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    Great fish, great portion, great vibe, and an ode to the late great John Prine. 10/10

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    The squidwich with marinara...extra pickled banana peppers, you're welcome. And the donuts are even better than they look.

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    This place is amazing! Huots used to be my favorite place for fish and chips, F+W is my new go to.

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    Cornmeal coated flounder was pretty good I enjoyed it. My oysters were eh but everything else was good including service.

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    Sensational fish n chips. fish chowder. 4 of us raves about food. Best fish batter I've ever had. They should offer homemade onion rings.

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    A great find on our trip to Mainefresh fish, great service, . Will stop here again!Calamari Sandwich

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    Best fish and chips I have ever had...including some big award winners in London. They cook it fast and the desserts are awesome.

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