Small boutique eatery/drinkery (fish-and-chippery) in the original Terlingua space on Washington Ave. Order and pay first, then they bring your order to the table. Simple decor. No gimmicks; no jive. -- Clam Chowder: Only one size (bowl), but you'll be glad to have that amount once you taste it. Very thick and flavorful base, and not only won't you have to send out a search party to find the clams, but I'd also go as far as saying it's the most densely clam-filled broth I've had in a long time. Bacon adds texture, flavor, and saltiness in the best ways possible. Potatoes are in there, but a bit player (that's a good thing). Plenty of peppery seasoning on top, along with oyster crackers that are surprisingly not Westminster-- closer to mini Ritz crackers, but with an Old Bay twist. Among the tastiest chowder I've ever had if not the absolute best. Elite. -- Fish and Chips: Long, thick piece of fish artfully draped over the fries--err, chips-- and skillfully avoiding a dunk into the coleslaw. Golden brown batter thick but light, with a crispness not quite reaching crunch. Extremely tender and flaky; adequately moist. Solid rendition, though the chowder is what I'll remember most. Chips a little over-crisped on some, just-right on others. Coleslaw much more tart than most, with not much condiment, but thick and creamy. Great first visit. Glad I got a chance to try it before the inevitable summer lines will make it tough to revisit, but I will. read more

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I love fish and chips and was really a lil let down by Lil Chippy. The fish was a bit too flaky and fragile, also overly salty. The French onion dip had true potential but it was oddly watery? They did have a short happy hour with 1$ oysters that maybe I would have enjoyed more if I took advantage of read more

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So very good. I'd go back here in an instant. I got fish and chips, but their crispy frying makes me want to try every single thing on the menu. The silent star of the dish may have been the chips - by the looks of them, I thought they'd be too thick and soft, but somehow each one was perfectly crispity crunchity with just enough of a soft center. The staff was so kind explaining the sit and order process and took our order without hesitation even though they had less than hour 'til close. The ambiance was clean and warm and modern, not a ton of seating, but they do what they can with the amount of space and for two, it was the perfect lil dinner spot. :) read more

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Hopped in here for a quick oyster break, all oysters were so fresh and tasty! We also got the hamachi crudo with chili oil which was also very fresh and tasty. It was simple but really complimented the fish with the cucumber adding a nice crunch. This is cute spot for a casual seafood meal or snack. It's not an extensive menu but appears to be thoughtful. The only improvement could've been possibly more sauces for the oysters, there was only hot sauce and cocktail sauce not even a traditional mignonette or horseradish. read more

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This place is always so good! And we went here this time for happy hour and it is by far my favorite happy hour in Portland. Never misses. Just get there early read more

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Oyster lovers heaven!! We stopped by for a HH because we heard it was one of the best oyster houses in the area. Delicious, simple and the service is great! read more

Lil Chippy - What's left of my delicious oysters - Fish & Chips Near Me - Portland, Maine

The Fish Buddy was perfect. A great blending of flavors, pickles, slaw and horseradish. Perfect size sandwich. The chips were great, perfectly cooked. The size large was enough for 2. Staff was amazing. Order and pay at counter and our meals were delivered to our table. Seating filled up as soon as customers left!!! Great location, parking can be tough during busy hours, but definitely worth the visit! read more

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Great little place with a casual beachy vibe. Outdoor seating available. Go for their happy hour-$1 Oysters. Can't beat it! The 2 sauces are delicious with the oysters!! Crab roll was super flavorful and the fresh crab was on point. The staff here is absolutely incredible!!! read more

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I'm already plotting & scheming a way to get back to Lil Chippy ASAP for their gluten-free fish & chips. I really, really, really loved this spot. Enthusiastically rating them 5/5 stars! Firstly, the vibe was so cute. It was the perfect mix of hip & quaint, without trying to hard. It was also so sunny, cheerful, & casual, too. You place your order at the counter & they bring your food to your table. I pine for fish & chips constantly. Since I can't eat gluten, I can rarely satisfy the craving. When my partner found a gluten-free fish & chips spot in Portland, I couldn't believe my wildest dreams were coming true. Also not only were they gluten-free, they were SO GOOD! I've been dreaming about them ever since. If I lived in Portland, I'd be at Lil Chippy ALL THE TIME. read more

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I was craving something fried so Lil Chippy seemed like the natural solution! It wasn't too crowded on a Friday night and I snagged a seat at the bar. I definitely appreciate a leaner menu and ordered the Lil Chippy. It took a bit to come out and seemed to take a little longer than it did for other patrons but not more than 15-20 minutes. The food was really good! The fish was crispy and flaky and the fries were solid as well. Recommend moving your fish off to the side otherwise your fries will get soggy! The homemade tartar sauce was also great. read more

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Was looking for a place to grab a quick solo dinner before a concert on a Sunday afternoon. I sat at the bar and was able to interact with the servers . They couldn't have been nicer -- the vibe was so friendly and chill, and the food was extraordinary! I will definitely return. read more

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Lil Chippy has (had) been on our list of places to try for far too long. We finally had the chance to try the restaurant and were extremely happy with the results. The staff was very nice and cordial throughout our entire service. The food was unparalleled. And the decorations around the restaurant were very cute! read more

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As a massachusetts/ New England native, I've had MANY a fish n' chip in my life. This one will stand out within all of that. I got the regular fish n' chip (not the buddies, which also looked incredible). The portion was initially intimidating, but the fish and fry layer was incredible light, flaky, and perfectly seasoned. It really took me aback how much I loved it! The fries were also super crispy and delicious. The vibe here is adorable, for a date night, for meeting friends, and for families. Cute interior and welcoming overall. read more

I can't believe my luck. I got my order in then they ran out of fish and had to close for the rest of the evening. I was craving the crunchy of delicious batter deep fried fish and crunchy fries. If you are in Portland seeking fish n' chip, then this is it! Now on the first pic is the counter. Notice how clean and inviting it is. Next, Austin, takes my order. All of the staff are very pleasant. Next, Here is the hot, delicious batter coated, deep fried fish filet. read more

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This was an impulse stop when we realized the Japanese restaurant next door was closed on Sunday, but wow was this a great alternative. The oysters were better than the ones we had at a more popular tourist spot the night before, and the crab buddy sandwich was so good we had to order an extra one immediately after finishing the first. The mushroom buddy was also a great sandwich but no where near the level of the crab roll. Also a great tuna crudo and Mexican cola. This is a causal order at the counter place but the food is top notch. Don't sleep on this option if you need a bite to eat after drinking across the street. read more

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Amazing new restaurant up on Washington Ave. Small menu but what they do have is done well. My favorite was the chicken sandwich. No cocktails but a decent wine and beer menu. Service was great and friendly, you go up and order at the front then they bring it to you. Overall a cute new addition to the area. read more

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I'll preface this by saying that my partner and I have eaten a LOT of fish-and-chips in our lifetimes, particularly when we travel to seafood-y destinations, and we keep a (short) running list of the best ones we've ever had. Before eating here, we only had two fish-and-chips spots on that glorified list (Fish. in Sausalito and Mia's Country Van in Iceland). Now, we've added Lil Chippy to the mix. Lil Chippy is more delicious than it has any right to be. The restaurant itself is unassuming, pared back, simple and cute and clean. The menu is short, the ambiance is casual, and the service is warm. You place your order at the register and they bring the food over to you. Over the course of our visits, we've tried a bunch of stuff on the menu. The tuna crudo and roasted cauliflower are good, but the Hot Fish and Lil Chippy are to die for. The fish in both dishes is so delicately fried: Lil Chippy manages to achieve that rare, perfect crisp without making the dish oily or heavy or overly greasy. The batter is incredibly light, and the fish is insanely tender. The fries that come with the Lil Chippy are delicious, too. Throw in a pint, and you have a perfect dinner. My only complaint is that malt vinegar for the fries costs extra. Note, also, that they close at 8pm, which is a bit earlier than the average restaurant in Portland. But these are all nits: I'm sure I'll be back soon for that delicious fried fish. read more

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Extremely charming and serving it's intended purpose, Lil Chippy, is your new go to spot for a delightful fish & chips. A limited menu tells me that you're confident. You know you can deliver to the people. And they do. I got the signature dish - the Lil Chippy. Big 'ol perfectly fried piece of fish with the most satisfying crunch on a bed of fries. Refreshing beer to polish it all off. The counter service was quick and painless, food served right to you. Now... how to get my hands on one of these adorable drinking glasses...! read more

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Loved this spot! Not in the greatest area but the atmosphere in the restaurant is great. I love the decor and attention to detail. Friendly and helpful staff. Got a fish buddy (sandwich) which was delicious. The brioche roll was amazing! Went during happy hour and also got 6 oysters, chips & dip, a beer and a soda. Everything was under $50, very reasonable. Will be back! read more

Lil Chippy - Fish & Chips Near Me - Portland, Maine

Great spot with delicious food! If anyone ever asks me where to get fish and chips I will always recommend this place.

So delicious Friendly staff Interesting food options I've eaten here twice and enjoyed both visits read more

Amazing gluten free fish and chips! Batter was delicious, drinks were great. Loved the hot fish! read more

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This place is perfect. The fish and chips was delicious. The vibe was amazing. I ended up buying a sweatshirt because I loved it. The service was amazing and they answered questions we had about local places. 10/10 read more

Outstanding food. Chicken sandwich was tasty and crispy. The hot fish were crispy but airy and the fish was perfectly cooked. Will be going again and again and again. read more

Lil Chippy serves up delicious fish and chips and similar small bites on a limited yet inventive menu. I had the Mushroom Buddy (battered oyster mushrooms, cilantro, aioli on a bun) and it was SO GOOD. The sauces we got--curried ketchup, old bayoli, tartar sauce-- were also excellent. The mushrooms had the same consistency as fried clams! Yum. Sadly, my friends found the fish in the classic Lil Chippy and Fish Buddy to be slightly overcooked and the fries a bit too crispy. However, we chalked it up to a weird batch and fully plan to be back and try out their cold snacks (tuna crudo, tomato salad) or the salt and vinegar chips. The inside is super cute, with ample seating and fun fish-themed decor. They also have a mini "patio" on the sidewalk with three picnic tables. They have a fun collection of Lil Chippy merch for sale in store. Our server was super friendly and helpful as well. Can't wait to be back!! read more

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Absolutely phenomenal. The happy hour oysters were exceptionally fresh. Hot fish was cooked to perfection

Food was excellent. Being from MD, we already have our fill of crabs. When I asked why they weren't serving lobster on the menu, they confidently told me they are out of season. So, I knew they were legit not serving ANYTHING frozen. The Beer was ice cold and went quite well with the Fish and Chips. My wife made us get a salad... Also very good. No cheap dressing on that. Service was perfect. Authentic place. I would go back next time we make the 9 hour car trip up there. read more

Super cute urban lobster shack on the west side of Portland away from the port area. Less touristy more locals and in a real neighborhood. The server was very cheerful and welcoming. We ordered the crab sandwich and the fish and chips. The fish and chips hands down outstanding! The crab roll was enormous and very rich. We will be coming again to try their lobster rolls read more

Went here on a whim while passing through town. Ordered the fish and chips and beet salad. OMG! Coleslaw was flavorful and unique, batter on the fish was flaky and the fish was moist. Chips were perfect and the beet salad was excellent. Staff was friendly and helpful. A gem and worth the stop!! read more

Went to Lil Chippy a week later because I had business in East Bayside. Parking is mostly scavenger close by, but I love the hamachi crudo, and super fresh Mere Point oysters, and the simple vibe of the place. read more

YES, so much YES! I was craving some fish n chips when visiting a friend recently in Scarborough and she mentioned wanting to try this place. We popped over one Saturday afternoon for a bit and absolutely loved it! Its a smaller place so I imagine there can be a little wait at times, but they do turn tables fairly quickly it seemed which is great. The menu isn't complex offering pretty much exactly what your there to eat along with a few starter options and a few entrees for those that may not be into fish n chips. For the rest of us the fish n chips were 100% spot on delicious! Cooked perfectly with no excesses fried bits, just loads of deliciously cooked fish paired with a wonderful homemade (I think) tartar sauce. The adult portions are a good size so you definitely wont leave hungry, and with the yummy tartar sauce youll be hard pressed to leave any food behind you could be dipping and enjoying. We had a kiddo with us so we also ordered a kid size fish n chips but it also was a really good portion coming with 3 good size pieces of fish and of course fries. Would absolutely send anyone looking for a good lunch here and will for sure be adding it to our list of must go places when we are in the area again. read more

My first time here, as we are visiting the area. Nice and clean. Great food! Had the fish n chips n slaw. Excellent! I really dont eat tartar sauce because it usually isnt very good, but this lace is the exception! They make it themselves, and I loved it! Wow they should bottle n sell it! Would come here again in a heartbeat! read more

Probably the best fish and chips I've ever had. Very cute atmosphere, good for take out as well

Got the lil chippy, crab roll and fish sandwich to go, very good but fries were a bit soggy, definitely eager to try them again in person to see if better. Also a disappointment we ordered and paid for an extra dipping sauce which they forgot. Bartender was very kind and friendly. Ambiance was very cute. But all in all very tasty. Would go back and probably try to eat there. read more

Loved Lil Chippy and will 100% be back! The fish & chips were amazing -- some of the best I've ever had -- and the curry ketchup was a unique addition. The woman who served us (maybe owner/manager?) was very kind and knowledgeable about the menu, and helpful in offering drink suggestions. The space itself is bright and clean, we loved our seats by the window in the corner of the bar. So happy I tried this place on a whim, looking forward to coming back soon. read more

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Our first stop in Portland, ME was to get some fish n chips and Lil Chippy did not disappoint! The quaint, little establishment was very clean, and the service was immediate and very friendly. The fish n chips were very crispy and hot and seasoned just right. It's definitely the 'Go To' spot for authentic fish n chips! read more

Can't say enough positive things about this place. The fish and chips were phenomenal, and oysters were amazing. Everything came out fast and fresh, friendly helpful staff. If you are hungry, but don't have the apatite for the full order of fish & chips I would recommend the hot fish! read more

I really like this place. It's really nice and inviting! I'm not a huge fan of fish ( I know. Bad Mainer) but they have other options. I got the chicken buddy. It's a very tasty fried chicken sandwich topped with a mixture of ranch, hot sauce and pickles. It was really good. My friend got the lil chippy (fish and chips) and she said it was phenomenal. They both came out very quick and the staff there is really nice. The only downside, but not the fault of the establishment, is parking is awful down on Washington Ave. BUT it was well worth the hassle. Try this place out! read more

While visiting family in New England, we found this delightful little restaurant! Best fish and chips I have ever had, and I consider myself as well versed in fish and chips. Make the effort to eat here. You won't be disappointed. read more

Lil Chippy - Fish & Chips Near Me - Portland, Maine

The adorable new fish and chips restaurant Lil Chippy was delightful! We came opening weekend and were welcomed to a bustling, open, space with counter service and both outdoor and indoor dining options. The place is small but inviting, with a cute little bar in the back center of the restaurant. We ordered a tuna tartar appetizer, the herb and greens salad (so fresh and flavorful!) and of course, the main deal - Lil Chippy's namesake fish and chips. The batter was crispy and light, and the house made tartar made it a delicious piping hot meal. I only wish we were given more chips with the meal. The slaw also was well done, classic New England flavor. They have other fish sandwiches there as well as a spicy one I want to try, a great adage to the neighborhood! read more

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