It's my first time at Halibut House and I wanted to try a variety from their menu so we ordered the…read morecod and chips, chicken souvlaki and calamari. The fish and chips are solid choices and they live up to their name. A good amount of chips that come with the meal. I think for the price we were a bit disappointed by the quantity of the calamari and for the chicken souvlaki, a bit sad looking (see pic) and not as flavourful or just below par. Definitely skip the souvlaki here and get what they're known for. Plenty of seating inside the restaurant. However, we just ordered for takeout.

I've visited this Halibut House location in Thornhill, this time for dine-in…read more I ordered the lunch size halibut And Right off the bat , the waitress said it is "this small with a hand gesture". I said ok no problem Upon my food arriving it was pretty small ( look at pic). And I would have given a 1 star review But I must say the halibut (even though miniature in size) was actually crispy and flavourful and even though I didn't take a picture, the fish was pretty thick. Therefore my reason for 3 stars. Also, the fries were not quite right for a fish and chips shoppe. Either they were frozen or they were re-cooked for too long and they were hard, bland and tasteless. I will still keep my review at 3 stars. But I don't think I'll be back anytime soon. Sorry, hope they can do better for other patrons.

Not bad yet not phenomenal. Ordered the Joy's Special for takeout. Good fry but portions were not…read morethat big compared to other fish and chips locations. Perhaps we'll try dine-in next time. Quite spacious in the restaurant with good parking outside. Fairly pleasant service. You get a bit of a discount if you pay by cash.

Finally, fish and chips are back in Stouffville!…read more I've been to Joy's Fish & Chips a few times since they opened mid-2024. I've eaten in and taken out, both of which were mostly positive experiences. The service is consistently friendly and pleasant to interact with. It feels like everyone genuinely enjoys working here, which is a big difference maker. The only minor issue is when dining in. In the first few months of being open I find that the restaurant is often packed and service can be a bit slow (as of December 2024). Other than that, service has been fantastic. As I mentioned earlier, the restaurant often seems busy if you're dining in. However, since I live so close I prefer to take out. As of now they don't have any delivery services but if you're willing to pick up for yourself they're pretty quick. I've had big orders that's I've called in and told it would be ready in 20 min. When I go to the restaurant and order (a smaller order) it's only usually about 10-15 minutes even when the restaurant is packed. The food is very, very good! The fish is battered and cooked to order, which you can see for yourself from the takeout counter. It has a delicious crispy batter while the fish stays moist. The fries (chips) are nice and thick and perfectly fried. My only minor complaint is that the fries need more salt. But that's something I can add myself. I've also tried their scallops and shrimp. Both are really good but not quite the same level of their fish. While I don't know if they're battered to order, they're still juice and fried perfectly. Worth trying! Lastly, I just wanted to mention parking. They have a few parking spots to the right of the building, which is perfect for takeout since the takeout entrance on the right side of the building. They have a few parking spots in front and then also quite a spots to the left of the building. Plenty of parking! Overall, I'm super happy Joy's Fish & Chips! I've been going fairly regularly and I've only had great experiences.

January 9/2025: Lunch with Val…read more This was a really good lunch at the F&C spot. It's chef/server owned so maybe consider supporting your locals. I have the Halibut & Chips ($14.99). Generous serving size as well as perfectly fried French fries. Meal came with delicious coleslaw & we had a gravy on the side. All of it very tasty! It's a small restaurant but has a great feel to it. Authentic is how I'd describe it. I think this is a do-over.

Never tried this place but now never will…read more I tried to place an order over the phone but the person who picked up was EXTREMELY rude. He was rushing me while I was telling him my order because he said he was busy, he kept getting my order wrong and talking over me - when I tried to tell him the correct order, he rudely said I was wasting his time and started yelling at me. I was so shocked I just hung up on him! Then I went to write a google review and they deleted it!!!!! Horrible customer service, and probably horrible food. You can find better in Caledon, don't go here!

Halibut fish is always available plus Haddock and other types of seafood. Prepared quickly and…read moreserved with fries and/ or salad. ( I usually ask for both and they gracefully comply)! Clean restaurant, good fresh food, crispy fries, nice batter on the fish and the prices are normal. I like this restaurant.

Halibut House is a place that specializes in our beloved fish & chips. A small establishment from…read morePort Perry that grew over the past decade to become a large fish & chip franchise in Ontario. Curiosity may have killed the cat, but inspired our fish appetite! Haddock & Chips order had an impressively sized fish fillet piece along with plenty of thick cut fries underneath. For takeout, we were peeved that they used pre-packed condiments for tartar sauce rather than provide some homemade or dine-in option. But the fish itself was golden & crunchy on the outside with pleasant flaky fillet texture inside. Well worth it, and they even offer $11 Sun/Mon specials. As for the Halibut & Chips, we were sadly underwhelmed by our first attempt. The fish is firm, mild in flavour with perhaps a little bit of sweetness. It tasted rather bland. We may have to try it fresh to see if it's an acquired taste. Otherwise we'll stick to cod/haddock. The fries accompanying both were a tad soggy but did a bit better with a splash of S&P. To be honest, we've had comparable fish & chips elsewhere. We've even started to rely on our own air fryer at home to cut some grease. However, for convenience it's good to know that Halibut House is a fish & chip option just a stone's throw away from us!

Best Fish and Chips in Town. Great Service, and freshly made. We have never eaten in only takeout…read more I highly recommend if you are a fish lover.

The fish is very good, the fries are good, my wife ordered a salad to go with the fish, the salad…read morewas very big. We pre- paid the order without the tip. But we ended gave her a tip separately. Her services were so good and nice.

I've been to this family owned restaurant several times over the years and the quality has never…read morewavered. It's one of those spots that you read about and then hear about through word of mouth. So you know it's good. Though everything we ordered was fried, it didn't feel heavy, the batter was light and crispy, and the fish nice and juicy. Chips? Perfectly fried. Didn't snap a pic, but definitely get the onion rings, they're huge! Because I was with a larger group, we ordered 2 desserts to share - both enjoyed by the group. On Fridays and Saturdays they don't seat you until your whole group is present, so plan ahead if you're coming with more people. The staff was attentive, giving the right amount of attention while the dining room was filled throughout the time we were there. Delicious meal and an awesome experience with great company.

Been coming here for years, always a great experience. Had a family birthday dinner here recently -…read moreafter not having visited for about 7~8 years - and was pleased to find Olde Yorke is maintaining their high standards. We were a multi-generational group consisting of my wife and I, our young son, and an elderly aunt, and all of us felt welcome and well served. The food was as good as I remembered, the halibut and chips I had craved all week did not disappoint.

This is our go to fish and chips place. We get takeout a lot. Our older son loves loves everything…read more Only on one occasion did I find a bone in the fish. But after so many times doing takeout it only happened once, so not bad at all. Halibut: 4.75/5 crispy and then soft inside. Yum. Sometimes could be a little more tender but most times we have ordered it was perfect. Chowder: 6/5 So good. So much flavour. Mushy peas: 7/5 How do they make it like that?! Never will peas taste that good. Chips: 5/5 Great chips! And excellent gravy to accompany. Onion rings: 4.5/5 Pretty good! Sometimes the batter is a little consistent but they are good overall. Highly recommend!

Finding a good fish & chips spot can be tricky at times when you think about balancing price,…read moreportion size, the batter, and the chips. This spot did a pretty good job overall. The batter wasn't too thick, greasy, or salty, and the fish filet was thick enough that it retained its structure when eating (instead of becoming a flaky mess). Chips were decent, but not the standout for me. Even their seniors portion size of fish & chips is quite filling. I also really enjoyed the seafood chowder, though it was on the saltier side. Shocked at how large the bowl of chowder was for the price, and they did not skimp out on the ingredients. No one wants a chowder that's 80% roux/cream base and 20% veggies with canned or frozen seafood mixed in. Be forewarned that finding parking on Main St Newmarket can be challenging during events and busier times/seasons!

This restaurant is known for their fish & chips…read more You place your order and pay at the order counter. When the food is ready, they will bring it to your table. We ordered the following: 1. Calamari Dinner ($19) + 1 piece Crab Cake ($4). 2. Haddock Dinner ($19). Dinners come with two pieces of fish, fries, Tartar Sauce, and Creamy Coleslaw. The Calamari was good. The Crab Cake was acceptable (not as flavourful as other Crab Cakes I've had). There are a few slices of deep-fried jalapeno included. The Coleslaw was ok. The Haddock and Fries were good. The Tartare sauce was acceptable. The Coleslaw was ok. There is an open kitchen. There is indoor seating and a small counter seating. The vibe is of the 1960s, with the majority of the decorations dedicated to The Beatles. There is no free WiFi. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible, but there is no door-open button. There are two gender-neutral washrooms downstairs, so they are not wheelchair accessible; you need to ask for a key. There is paid neighbourhood street parking. There is one high chair for little children. Review 2025-049

I ordered off Uber Eats, and they had a BOGO deal for the haddock and fries. When it arrived, it…read morewas still very hot, and it was well packaged with the fried fish on top of parchment paper, and underneath were the fries. The tartar sauce and coleslaw were separately packaged. The fish was crispy and flakey, and not too oily. The fries were hand-cut and were good. I enjoyed the tartar sauce and coleslaw. Overall, we had a good delivery experience.

I always get good halibut fish at this location. Its always fried crispy and the people are very…read morepolite and welcoming. Thank you!

Came by for a quick dinner and was pleasantly surprised. They make it to order and everything is…read moresuper tasty. Fish and chips piping hot I think I burned myself. But service was quick and there is seating. It's not the nicest place but value was excellent and I will come try the shrimp or scallops next time.

Excellent fish & chips. The thinner cut of chips is great. Wonderful friendly service…read more Very busy on Fridays and only taking pre orders for Goof Friday - that is how popular they are!

Best fish & chips I ever had. The batter is light and crispy, portions are excellent…read more How is this not a franchise?