I just left this place. We sat down by the kitchen and the waitstaff walked pasted us for about 30 minutes and never acknowledged us so we left. I have not had this bad on service before. I hope that improves for them someday. read more

This place was miserable experience!, The greeter/server was rude right away, then hollered constantly across the restaurant the entire time we were there. The music was unbearably loud -- we all like music but this was night club level, not restaurant level. We asked to have it turned down (maybe then the rude server would have stopped screeching so much) but they completely ignored us. Most of the food was actually ok, though the grilled halibut arrived cold. read more

Had the 1 piece cod, yam fries and Caesar salad. Fish on Fifth has gone downhill. The cod was a flat rectangular thin slab that looked processed. The batter on it just as disappointing. I wouldn't order it again so I'll take my business to Fish O' Chips. read more

One of the best places to get fresh fish in Sidney! The calamari melts in your mouth and it has a very unique atmosphere and design! Staff are very warm and friendly! I will be back! read more

Great menu with tons of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options. It's not very often that I get to indulge in fish and chips (I am celiac) and they did not disappoint! The portion was large, and the meal was wonderful. Staff was lovely! read more

Small fish place. Salmon cod or haddock grilled or fried. Great chowder. Sat outside on a gorgeous Saturday afternoon read more

Fish On Fifth - Seafood Near Me - Sidney, British Columbia

Was here a year ago and wont go back they changed there menu and switched to panko batter which made the food taste gross and not wanting it. Plus the server was rude to me and my wife about the fish and our side plates after that we never went back read more

Delicious food! I have never had oysters that large and tasty before. Took one star off because it felt very tight in the restaurant and the staff was running around a little frantically. read more

Fish On Fifth - Deep fried oysters with 1/2 Caesar and 1/2 Yam fries. Sauces were tasty too! - Seafood Near Me - Sidney, British Columbia

I gave 2 stars instead of 1 simply because their on-line web ordering system and car delivery was designed and implemented quickly and is amazing. The food however, was a major disappointment. I'm not sure if this place has sold and been reopened by new owners but our last order is our last order ever. The order was incorrect. Paid extra for fries/yams and only received the fries. Our friends however, received fries/yams that they did not order (we ordered separate times so not together). The 2 pieces of undercooked fish were stuck together in a mushy mess. And finally, the fried artichoke hearts were a pile of soft tasteless nothingness. We ate one and threw the rest away. We wanted this to be great but how can they not know how to cook fish when that's all they do. Kudos however, with the web system just too bad the food doesn't match the technology. read more

So good! The popcorn shrimp is a flavor bomb and the cod is fried perfectly. The restaurant's ambiance is laid back and the servers are all so friendly. Please try this place out! read more

Great little place. Good food, unique atmosphere. We sat on the patio and had a great family meal. Definitely check it out if you are nearby. read more

Fish On Fifth - Seafood Near Me - Sidney, British Columbia

Never disappointed! Always delicious and always great staff. Clams strips are the best, halibut burgers are amazing! And chicken strips are an all time fav at our house!! read more

Popcorn shrimp tasted like I remembered it when I was a child. Fish chowder full of yummy chunks and flavorful gravy. Fun and efficient waitresses. Outdoor seating is charming but not upscale. I would eat here regularly if I were local. read more

This place is amazing. We've been in Canada for 3 day and for almost every meal had fish and chips. This place has the best fish and chips that we've ever had. I recommend to everyone, including people who don't like fish. read more

They made my daughter's day by providing a Gluten Free breaded chicken strip sandwich on a GF bun. There were even GF croutons on the caesar salad. We all enjoyed our fresh fish and chips, and she got exactly what she wanted, which is so hard to find when we're traveling. Thanks, Fish on 5th! read more

Used to be our favorite. We were there in July it was good. Just had take out and we ordered halibut and 2 of our 3 2 piece meals were NOT halibut. The batter has changed since early summer and it just was flat. read more

Fish on Fifth is casual seafood dining that features big servings for reasonable prices. My calamari with yam fries (substituted in for fries/coleslaw) was gigantic and enough to feel two moderately hungry people. The yam fries were like other yam fries - tasty when used with the mayo while the calamari had a clean batter with a touch of dill in it; no dirty deep frying here. Service is pretty leisurely despite what looked like a large number of staff but otherwise it's hard to criticize this place - it's good casual seafood fare in a nice spot. Definitely worth a stop on the way from the ferry or if you want to spend the day hanging out in Sidney. read more

A very average fish shop with lots of potential. I had the halibut and chips. The fries were quite good - crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The fish on the other hand was overcooked; the batter was darkened by the fryer. The cost was comparable to other casual fish and chips places. About $30 for two one-piece fish & chips with soft-drinks. The staff are friendly. The place seemed a bit like a clubhouse that incidentally served seafood. The problem was that they were really slow about everything, slow to take our order, slow to refresh our drinks, slow to get us the bill. There are bits of nautical rope at the table and a Boy Scout's instruction sheet on knot making; that seems to indicate that management knows you will be left waiting. We were. read more

If we were just reviewing the food, it would get top marks/5 stars - we bought the halibut and yam fries. Halibut and fries were great - fish was crispy battered on the outside and perfectly cooked inside, and the yam fries tasted like actual yams. So why 3 stars? Wellll... Our bill. We asked for one 2 piece fish and yam fries with 2 extra pieces of fish. They managed to charge us the most expensive way possible - we were charged for 4 pieces of fish and a side of fries. Which came to over $7 more than just charging us for 2 orders of 2 piece fish and fries. It did all get sorted out after asking politely *twice* for an explanation and a refund - but be aware that you might want to double check your bill if you ask for extra pieces of fish with your meal. read more

Popped in on a Saturday afternoon with my wife. Grabbed a table on the patio under the awning with a nice cool breeze. Ordered the fried halibut with a Caesar salad. Both were perfect! Nice crispy outside on the fish and perfectly flaky on the inside. Even the sauce was delicious. Wish I had ordered the double portion. Wife liked the clam chowder, and took the rest home. Also had the oyster burger - oysters were fresh and tasty. All in all, it was rewarding lunch experience. read more

Had dinner here tonight. The service was slow and the food was bland. Being a server myself I try to understand when my server seems to be overwhelmed, but this whole experience was extremely disappointing. The appetizers arrived before our pitcher of beer, and everything tasted the same. Won't be returning, it's a shame because it seems like it could be a cool spot. read more

OMG! Too die for food but seriously DON'T use AMERICAN money here! They totally rip you off. My friends meal was $10.60 American, $13.60 in Canadian and they gave het back $6.45 in Canadian money. They overcharged her 5 US dollars. That is wrong! Just use your CC! read more

This place is PHENOMENAL $10 for All You Can Eat fresh paddock and homemade fresh cut fries. I overnight in Victoria pretty regularly and I make a habit of visiting this wonderful establishment as much as I can. If you enjoy beer, your in luck they feature Phillips Beer and the brews they have on tap go great with anything on their menu. Want a milkshake??? They have delicious milkshakes as well. Fish on Fifth has wonderful customer service and they understand what quality food and fun atmosphere is about. Hands down THE BEST PLACE IN VICTORIA. read more

Just picked up burgers, and they are disappointing. Cold, messy and unappetizing. How unfortunate to fill them with rotten lettuce,, sprouts, and old pickles. Never spending money here again,, just threw $40 in the garbage. read more

I've enjoyed Fish on 5th on Pender Island, and now I would recommend It's base operation in Sidney . . . Friday dinner for three: My Hot Thai Wrap ($11.95) with prawns was large and yummy, with crisp, good sized sauteed prawns, more garlicky than Thai hot and the melted cheese too melted to distinguish Parmesan or cheddar or just runny hot stuff. For $1.50 extra I did half salad/half fries. The salad was just OK, the dill house dressing a nice finish. My daughter and boyfriend enjoyed the halibut and chips with no qualms ($11.95). The rest of the menu reads well, and the prices are incredibly reasonable - if it is a true. For example: a Thai crab burger for $10.95? Super cheap. How much crab really? Things that make you go Hmmmmmm? Still . . . . worth more visits. . . . read more

I have been here a few times, but over the last couple years the food hasn't been as good. Was there about a week ago. Ordered calamari for take out. I was not given tzatziki! but instead a mayo of some sort. The calamari was rather tasteless, the batter not palatable, it had a strange flavour. Sad, because it was once a very good place. read more

I've been to Fish on Fifth many times, but tonight left me wondering. After seeing the waitress in my section attending to everyone else for a while, I asked if I might have a menu. "Oh, you didn't get a menu 'cause you sat down at a dirty table". Honestly, I know better than to do that, but to admonish me in front of other diners? When my order was ready, she tossed it in front of me, without leaving any cutlery. Another waiter took over soon after (I think they'd spotted what was going on) and things were fine after that. Shame though. read more

Really good yam fries, fish, and crab cake burger! My family of seven went to Fish on Fifth tonight and it was a very pleasant experience. Most of us got fish except the two of us. My sister had a crab cake burger with chowder and I had the Slammin' Salmon salad. I did not get to try the fried fish but my family said that it was very good and the portions were big and the price was reasonable. Fried fish + fries 4/5 The salad was fresh and had really good ingredients. The salmon was cooked to perfection and the mango salsa was a nice touch. The two things I didn't like was the amount of beets there were in the salad and the dill dressing. I found that the dressing really didn't fit with the salad overall and wish they had a dressing that either fit better or I would just not use the dressing at all. Slammin Salmon Salad 3/5 The crab cake burger and chowder were both superb. The price was also very great. My sister really enjoyed her crab cake burger Crab cake burger 5/5 This place also has free wifi so it's great for those who do not have cell service because they are vacationing from out of Canada. The service was very good and the decor was very cute as well. Bang for the buck 5/5 Service 5/5 Overall food quality 4/5 I would definitely recommend this place if you're in Sidney/Victoria! read more

Excellent fish. Great yam fries. Very nice service. Generous portions. We'll done! read more

Excellent fish and chips. Highly recommended for celiacs with a dedicated fryer and amazing gluten free batter. Good for kids and families. Friendly staff - casual environment. read more

Would return! Satisfying serving and kind staff. Really enjoyed the fish. Good breading. Good crunch. If the spicy sauce was better it would be 5 stars. read more

Had a horrible experience with this restaurant. They shorted our pick up order by 1/3 of our meals, and then basically accused me of making a false claim about it when I called to let them know. As for food quality, it was completely average. They said the halibut was freshly caught that day, but it was completely average at best. But back to my first concern, shorting an order can of course be an honest mistake, but implying the customer is lying about it is horrible service. I won't be going back. read more

Food tastes excellent, we didn't have to wait in any lines to get in. The food came out fast and the servers are polite! read more

Fish On Fifth - Hamburger and yam fries - Seafood Near Me - Sidney, British Columbia

Based on other reviews I had high hopes to get some good food. The place was not overly crowded and I sat down at a table promptly. I didn't go in expecting every fish offering to be fresh but was disappointed to find out, only after asking, all the options besides cod are seasonal or brought in from the east coast (assuming frozen). After ordering grilled cod with Cesar and fries, it took over 40 minutes to get my meal. I noticed other patrons waiting a long time too. Fish was dried out and flavorless, the other sides were typical. I try not to write reviews often and don't like being negative but for a restaurant that has great access to local seafood and promotes themselves as a fish restaurant I hope they can improve. read more

Top quality fish and chips, great beer, delightful staff! Also, bonus points for TARDIS bathroom door read more

They returned as a take out only during Covid shutdown and the staff needed to work. The same great food. Best fish and Chips in the area and the ice cream - Dole Whip is the best in town. read more

The fish is good. Overpriced but well prepared. Service is terrible. Charged us extra to split an order but simply gave us an extra plate and we split the order ourselves. Not impressed!!! read more

After reading the varied reviews we thought...what the heck...we'll give it a try. Some people seemed to like it. The result below proves once again...there is no accounting for taste. The service was prompt and courteous, but they got our order wrong. No problem...they fixed it. The fish and chips (yam fries) were less than top notch...not sure why some people rave about either of them. The fries were soggy and the chipotle mayo was insipid. (They must have just waved the chipotle over the mayo.) The batter on the fish is far from light and quite greasy. The "tartar" sauce is "unique".... I'm sorry I can't come up with a better word. The restaurant is very noisy because of the open kitchen ...the exhaust fan is loud enough to make conversations difficult. All in all I wouldn't recommend this restaurant and I will not be returning unless starvation drove me to it. read more

For the English out there, and I know there are a lot about on Vancouver Island, this is one of the few places around which serves haddock. Eat in or take out, in paper I might add, it's a real treat. read more

My favorite for fish & chips. A good place for a last-meal before taking a ferry at nearby Swartz Bay ferry terminal. The food and service at this cheery sanctuary from the world outside never disappoints. Every meal I've had here arrived quickly. The staff is dedicated and attentive, the curry sweet potato dipping sauce a delight, the fried fish done perfectly. Ask for half potato and half sweet potato fries; both are delicious with the curry dip. read more

Fish On Fifth - Good selection of draft ale. Ample portions. Good service. Curry dip is as good as the fish. - Seafood Near Me - Sidney, British Columbia