We were on a mission to find GF Fish and Chips and Hobsons delivers. A short walk from Trafalgar Square,this small fish restaurant offers some great fish and chips as well as other dishes. They have 3 locations in London. We were lucky to be seated immediately and placed our order. We each started with a drink. They have beer,wine,juices and soft drinks. We also had an.order of olives to.go with our fish. Portions are huge! We each had the haddock which was delicious. Not greasy at all! The inside is relatively small and they don't have outdoor seating so don't be surprised if there is a line out the door during peak times. Takeout is also very popular. For anyone with a GF allergy,Hobsons is a good place to go and try the local favorite of Fish & Chips. read more

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The restaurant is super loud so it's hard to hear people at the table talk. The waitress was very slow taking our order and getting water for us. Watching her serve other tables, she gave most patrons drinks after their food was served. The cod was really good and meaty. The onion rings were amazing. The fries/chips were only okay. There was no salt on them and they weren't crispy at all. We got a tiny container of tartar sauce. It was hard to get her attention, so I finished the last half without anything. I don't know if the quality of fish and chips is typical for London, but I'm not that impressed. A small town on the Oregon coast had the best fish and chips ever. I will say, the onion rings were the best even though they were a little greasy. The coleslaw is not like USA slaw, but it was pretty good. I will probably try another restaurant for fish and chips to get a good comparison. read more

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Prolly one of the best Fish and Chips place I've encountered in my travels. Friendly service and the food was top notch. I would come back here to try the other menu items. 1000% Cin cin! read more

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This chippy actually has a gluten free version of the iconic British favorite. They accept reservations and it does get packed. Tables are small and tightly packed in but the service was great. It's not cheap by American standards. Two fish and chips, a beer, olives and a lemonade worked out to $93 USD. We did enjoy every bite. read more

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Hobson's is the catch of the day! Super casual vibe... a little loud, and busy but in the heart of CHARING cross, you will find local fresh fish daily! We had to get the traditional fish and chips, the cod - served with tartar sauce, vinegar, lemon - and a side of pleasant and not salty servers! They were so nice and welcoming! The fish was flaky and the batter was crispy and delicious. The sauce was amazing and every bite was enhanced! This is also coming from a "non-seafood" eater! I typically don't eat fish, but I had to try it, when in Rome, or should I say England! The chips/fries were hot and carbolicious! We met some engaging local people in the restaurant and I learned they have multiple locations. The sweet woman serving us asked if this was our first visit, to which we replied in the affirmative! She then asked us to wait a minute after we paid our check, and brought us complementary apple cobbler with ice cream! Well, she got us hook, line, sinker... we definitely came back and had just as nice experience the next time! This place, although packed during dinner times, is worth it... fast, friendly service, wonderful food at a reasonable price point! Try Hobson's, you too will be "hooked"! read more

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I was so looking forward to trying this place, especially because they have gluten free fish and chips, and sticky toffee pudding. And the fish was super crispy and fine. The pudding was good. The place is packed, hot (July heat wave), the service is OK, not exactly friendly or too nice. And it's definitely a place that goes for fast turnover and not comfort. There are lots of GF fish and chips options, so I don't think I'd go back to this one. read more

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We felt obligated to stop by here because well, when in London. . . right? And there were a couple of locations nearby where we were staying. Also, I was pleased to read that they had vegan fish! The kid and husband shared some regular fish and chips and I had the vegan variety. I think the kid and husband liked their selection quite all right, but it wasn't anything stupendous. Like, it didn't "beat" any of the fish and chips they previously had in the United States but we didn't expect it to. My vegan fish was a tad creepy, not going to lie, but that's likely because I don't often consume vegan fish. It had a flaky texture, attempting to be reminisce of fish with a slight seafoody flavor. It was served with tartar sauce, which I assumed was not vegan, so I opted for ketchup. The chips were decent short chunky bites of potato. I decided to take my leftovers back to the hotel and as you might expect, they were not very delectable once they were cold, hah. As expected, everything was really fried and greasy, because duh but everything came out quickly and piping hot. Our server was pretty attentive and prompt, which I appreciated. This is sort of between a 3 and a 4 stars for me, but I'm rounding up to a 4 as it's not often that I have the opportunity to consume vegan fish. read more

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Hands down the best fish and chips I've ever eaten. So glad I stopped into Hobson's! Walked in for a late lunch and was seated right away, Aroma was my server very friendly and attentive. They had quite a few things on the menu but I stuck to the fish and chips. It was honestly just amazing and I will certainly be stopping back in here the next time I am in London. read more

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Amazing fish and chips! This is were it started after all. The breading is perfect, and the size is huge! They do sell more than just fried cod, but that is all I wanted to get here! read more

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My husband and I were looking for great fish and chips and the concierge at our hotel recommended Hobson's! We thought with the name it had to be delicious and it was!! The cod was flaky, the coating crispy and crunchy! The chips were hot and tasty and the chopped Hobson's salad was really refreshing! Our server, Sarah, was so accommodating and friendly! The restaurant was clean, welcoming and in a great location near our hotel. All in all it was a great experience!! Now if I could only get fish and chips this good back in NJ! ‍ read more

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I mean... it wasn't complete garbage... it just wasn't good. it was fried well, quite crisp, but kind of greasy... no flavor. Where's the seasoning? Like a crispy greasy sponge of water and oil if I gad to describe it. I doused it with so much vinegar to get it to taste like something it was soggy. The staff wasn't very helpful, non attentive... never brought our drinks. The space was very bright and cramped... not very comfortable, rather utilitarian. Overall, it was a bit of a let down as I really wanted some memorable Fish N Chips whilst in London. read more

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Arrived after the lunch crowd on Monday and did not have to wait for a seat. While I ordered the Haddock Fish and Chips, my buddy ordered the Cod and both were accompanied with a tiny tiny cup of tartar sauce and lemon slice. With the haddock being a slightly more firmer fish than the cod, we enjoyed the crispy fish with portions being sufficient. As for the chips, they are typical of the British--wedge shaped, not crispy, not oily, and not salty. Whereas the American counterpart is the opposite, except for the shape which is baton. With plenty of condiments on the table (ketchup, mayo, malt vinegar, salt), I was dismayed that the tartar sauce was so stingy. read more

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We made a reservation and we are glad we did. This place was pretty busy. My husband picked it because they offered gluten free fish and chips along with other items. My family is not gluten free but they really enjoyed their food as well. It was pretty busy in there especially since it was a Friday. This place was on the pricy side but it was worth it. I ordered the gluten free cod goujons and gluten free onion rings. My family liked my rings better than their regular ones. The rest of the family got the cod and chips with a side of onion rings and beans. We enjoyed our meal and would eat there again when we visit London. Probably the best gluten free fish and onion rings I have had. The staff was great but it was very busy. It's a small restaurant with great vibes. read more

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Food was good. The portions were also filling. The place was busy, and it had good reviews. A few things that could be improved- for some reason when asking for ice it seems to be a burden on the staff. Also when your finished with your meal they didn't seem to want us to sit and talk as they hovered over our table until we left. When we were leaving the business had slowed down as far as customers so it was uncomfortable staying as they would visit our table every 30 seconds. read more

I was on the hunt for gluten free fish and chips in London and all roads led to Hobson's. I walked in and was worried there were no tables left, but the restaurant is actually just a very odd shape and opens up a ton after you walk all the way around the kitchen and around the corner. Definitely rely on the host more than your own eyes. We were sat at a corner booth and loved the music they were playing, the vibes in there, and all the incredible options. Started with a halloumi salad, which was top notch and came quick. My friend and I shared a fish and chips which was definitely the right move for us since we don't eat huge portions and didn't want leftovers. It was SO good! The batter is really crisp and lovely. The fries the same. Love that they have a dedicated gf fryer. Everything was great- service, flavor, timing. read more

The food is good, fish is fresh and like the authentic taste. A little bit noise inside and service is kind of slow though read more

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Attentive, exceptional service. Busy at dinner rush and the staff kept up in a rather undersized dining area. Nice portions of F&C, good for 1 or combined with salad and peas if you are sharing. Try a Fentimans Dandelion Beer if you are feeling adventurous. Clean look, with primarily keeping to blues (assuming random ocean reference). Price was okay, but everything is expensive now (thanks Mr Orange). read more

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This is a top-notch fish n chips joint. The fish is fresh. The batter crispy golden with that wonderful crunch. The welcoming and friendly service staff made the meal ever more pleasant. Although the place is fairly cozy, it is quite clean and well organized. And to top it off, the price is unbeatable. Mayfair Chippy, although maybe on the same par as the food quality, it certainly cannot beat the price at Hobson's. A must try for those visiting London. read more

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The best part about our visit to Hobson's was the calamari. I found the calamari to be very delicious. The fish from our fish and chips was mushy, which i did not like at all. Service was friendly and food definitely comes out quickly. Overall would not recommend the fish and chips, just the calamari. read more

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One of London's well known F&C chain. Solid food, generous portions, great service. Everything was top notch. My only gripe was that their fries/chips were not as good as the next F&C joint that we visited. read more

Awesome experience. Really good fish and chips. I hope to come back next time I visit London.

A solid 4 stars. They have gluten free fish and chips. Gluten free batter and separate fryers to eliminate the cross contamination. The food is good and the place doesn't overly smell of fryer oil or old fish. Service is fast and efficient. read more

We wanted to eat fish and chips one night and found this place by our hotel. I had the halibut and my wife had cod. We also got a salad and onion rings. The food was good and we both enjoyed our meals. The service was super fast and efficient. It is just that the interior is not at all cozy. Another review called it industrial. I would call it clunical--more like a medical clinic or science laboratory than a restaurant. That detracted. read more

Had takeaway on a busy night but my order was ready in no time. The man behind the counter was very nice. After my short walk back, my halibut was still hot and ready for me to dig in. It was absolutely DELICIOUS! read more

Yummy flaky fish. Chips were perfectly golden. Tasty Camden beer. Can see why this place is packed! I only wish we had more time to go again!! read more

Popular and crowded, due I think in part to its very convenient location by the Embankment tube station. We had both a cod and chips, and a meat pie. Both were good and the service was also efficient, but I removed a star due to value and portion size. Compared with some others we tried, the price was high and the portion much lower with no discernible difference in taste at least to these amateur taste buds! read more

The best GF fish and chips!! I can't speak for the non GF fish and chips, but to have a GF option was truly amazing on our trip to London. The service was good. We went to 2 different locations and both were very busy. Once we sat at a table and the other time we ordered for take away. I'd say that both times the food came out at a reasonable time considering the crowds. As for the ambiance, it's pretty basic and it's a clean restaurant but heavy traffic going through the restaurant at all times. I felt it's good for a quick stop. Not a place to hang out. All in all, it's on our short list for London. read more

At ease & casual spot for a quick fish & chips. The service was great! I recommend their cod & chips with a side salad. Quick, quality, and convenient- I suggest making a visit if you're on-the-go and in the area! read more

Fresh, hot, and delicious, highly recommend, if you're looking for no frills fish and chips.

There are some bad FIsh and Chips spots in the touristy spots. This is definitely one of the better ones. Not a pub atmosphere, more of diner or takeout vibe. But definitl good food at reasonable prices. read more

Loved the crispy & tasty gluten free onion rings. Both the GF & regular fish & chips were kind of bland tasting. Industrial atmosphere.

Casual and super busy restaurant & great service from the staff, all were hard working. We had the cod, haddock fish with chips, the chicken mushroom pie, and sticky toffee pudding. Salad and chips were okay but the fried fish was high quality. fresh and gently crisp battered. . I would have preferred a casual inexpensive traditional fried fish meal but we were in a touristy expensive area of London; the restaurant delivered the good food and quality of fish & chips that met our expectations. read more

Among the things I wanted on a recent trip to London was some good and authentic fish and chips. I went Hobson's based on yelp reviews and proximity to my hotel in Covent Garden. What I got was a small piece of fish with little flavor, and microscopic serving of tartar sauce. The chips were Ok. Th service was good. Very overpriced and overrated. You would be much better off at a local pub. The price and quality of the food would most definitely be better. read more

Best Fish and Chips in London. Fast seating and quick to greet you with menus. Diner like seating, we could see them trimming and frying the fish. Split a 10oz fish, just enough so we could try more bites out and about read more

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Great fish, delicious chips, cold beer, fast and friendly service. What more can you ask for?

Vegan fish is excellent and so was the service!!! Very busy and great location. Regulus & chips were popular too

really delicious cider!!! fish was pretty great. lowkey not a fan of the chips personally, not very crunchy at all, but i believe that's the norm! read more