Had heard about this fish and chip shop and restaurant for a while and wanted to try it. My Dad has been using it for a long time and I decided to go with him the last time he went.
What can you say about the traditional Olde English "Fish and Chips"? Always the same? The same old stuff? It's had its day? They only do one thing? Perhaps The golden fish is worth a visit then? As the privious reviewer has said the golden fish has officially been voted the best fish and ship shop in Britain, and with good reason.
Yes, it's traditional, and has a friendly and inviting atmosphere. When I visited the staff were very friendly with my Dad and had an excellent rapport with all the customers. We sat down in a booth; and ordered our fish and chips. My Dad had plaice and I had cod. We waited about 10 minutes and everything was piping hot. I don't know what they put into the batter but it was delcious and crispy, the chips were just as good too.
The prices were very reasonable the plaice and chips (as of today) were £6.95 and my medium cod and chips were £7.99. Not including drinks. I believe the prices are cheaper to take away.
They do have a range of fish and chips, not only the cod and chips that everyone seems to have. They also sell rock, cod roe, skate and haddock....Along with the old favourites of saveloy, pies (of various types), chicken and sausage rolls.
There's room for about 30 people to sit and eat in the restaurant, but they do supply a take away menu too. I'm posting some pictures of the inside, our food and the menu for poeple to take a look.
So in my opinion this is some of the best fish and chips around, and has been voted the best in the country! So if you're in the mood for some British culture and want the best food, you can't do better than the golden fish! I'll see you there! read more