Well this place went DOWNHILL! Smaller portion sizes of fish but hiked price UP! Got rid of steak fries, served horrible, thin, greasy fries that tasted worse than. Mc Donald's. $12 for one small price of cod. Forget it and won't come back. Soft shell crab equals a tablespoon of actual crab @ $9.00!! Reading the defensive response from owner on other reviews is clearly an indicator of why this place has gone to the dogs. Change the fryer oil, tastes stale and nasty. Another couple who sat across stated how bad the fries were! Sad that owner just gets mad at reviews instead of trying to remedy customers experience! Your profit margin is slipping due to POOR QUALITY & small portions. Good luck read more

Oscar's Pier 83 - One piece Cod $12!! - Fish & Chips Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

Tyler was ur cashier this evening and was so warm and welcoming and friendly. First time here and when I mentioned that as we paid for our food, Kenny ensured us we would LOVE it! He wasn't wrong! I was here with my dad and his fiancé for a late night dinner. It was close to closing time and they made us feel completely welcome and not even rushed. Kenny and Tyler and also the whole kitchen staff I have to commend! The ambiance is amazing. Also... to the AMAZING Kitchen staff that cooked for us this evening...without you it wouldn't be possible... thank you!!!! To: Yessi, Cole and Monica for cooking up the best food this evening for us. You guys had the best smiles on your face and were so friendly at the register! Thank you for making our Friday night special! We will absolutely be back and be telling EVERYONE about this amazing gem that we have been missing out on. To any staff I may have missed tonight please know that customer service at this level is hard to come by and you are appreciated! read more

This place has been on my list for years now and we finally gave it a shot, I decided to get the 1 piece cod meal which cost 10.99, even fish and chips place I've ever gone you get huge pieces so I thought that would be enough but the piece was very small for the price. My husband got the tilapia sandwich which looked pretty but tasted really dirty and old, the clam chowder was okay... not worth coming back for read more

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Consistency in quality is not there from one week to the next. Fish tacos were amazing a couple of weeks ago and tonight the fish was dry and tasted like fried in old oil. Shouldn't matter if it's discount taco night, they should always be delicious otherwise you wonder if it will be a delicious meal or a disappointing one. read more

Stopped in for a late lunch on May 25. I've had this on my list of places to try for about a year! I did not know this place has been here for 20 years! The nice lady at the counter was really cool as I waded my way through the big menu. I ended up with the cod fish and chips, slaw, fries, hush puppies and chowder in the sourdough bread bowl. I was really hungry. Everything was really great! The chowder was delicious! I will definitely make this a part of my regular restaurants going forward! I highly recommend Oscars! read more

Wow!!! Wow!!! Myself and husband & Sister and brother in law visited here for the first time. Omg!!! This place is a 10 compared to and other places through the Entire Az, If your loving crispy cod fish and shrimp Search no more. This is THE PLACE service was Excellent and Very Clean too. This place deserves 10 stars read more

Good oyster poor boy, and good shrimp poor boy. Soup is great and the cat fish is perfection.

The catfish was very questionable. Nothing like I am used to. My suggestion is to sticking ordering the cod.

Great staff and great food. This place is 110% focused on the guest experience. I had the fried oysters and French fries, also brought some Hush puppies for my friends. My only wish is that I hand a location closer to me! It will have to be a special treat when I'm up north. Definitely on my map of tile 10 seafood spots in AZ. read more

Taco Tuesday called for fish tacos. So I headed over to Oscar's to satisfy my fish taco needs. It's a cute little place and you walk up and order once you decide what you want. They do have daily specials and I took advantage of the taco Tuesday special. The people were so friendly and helpful. There was a little mishap with my order but the cashier caught it before I did. He apologized and rectified the situation right away. I didn't even have to ask. I got 2 cod fish tacos one broiled and one fried. Of the 2 I have to say I liked the fried one best. They were pretty good and huge. I didn't care for the salsa that came with it but no biggie it comes on the side and you don't have to put it on your tacos. I also got a cup of clam chowder and that was delicious. You get clams in every bite. It was a good dining experience and I'd like to go back and try the fish and chips. read more

Oscar's Pier 83 - Cod fish tacos and clam chowder. - Fish & Chips Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

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This is the most delicious place ever for "fast food" fish & chips, plates, tacos... Went straight after leg day @ the gym & feasted! It may seem pricey per item but really it's not so just get what you want...i spend money from beers to deserts, I don't pay attention because I would totally regret not getting something later! The shrimp taco I got I had to cut into 1/4's to eat...so yeah it's worth every penny! I've taken a friend who thanked me repeatedly for introducing them & we spent about $40 shared a platter, 2 desserts & I had a beer & taco...! I recommend enjoying with a brewski & sitting on their patio! I love the vibe, modern & hip but not hipster (no disrespect) It's good for a quick week night date. Sittin by your lonesome watching the game, like I've enjoyed...But whatever you do not miss dessert, I think i've had them all & yes yes yes!!! You get what you pay for with this joint! The staff is friendly & chats with you & amongst themselves...@ least they seem to like each other Finally in way of reviews the place is very very clean...Staff is always tidying! Just really great food and environment & vibe.. If you see me there; Taco on me! read more

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If fish and chips is what you're craving - Oscar's Pier 83 is the place to go! They feature a decent selection of a variety of seafood either grilled or fried, even po' boy sandwiches and huge fish tacos! I dig their sweet potato fries much more than their standard fries and they even serve wine and beer! Great family atmosphere, cute nautical decor, nice photos adorning the walls, and loyal clientele! read more

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Service is questionable. I've had 2 occasions where I had to go back because they left an item I bought out of the bag. The manager gave me a certificate for a free taco to compensate read more

Best seafood in the Phoenix metro area. I'm from the east coast and this is a close as it gets!

My husband & I love Oscar's Pier 83 restaurant. I especially like the giant fried shrimp with sweet potato fries & their amazing Cole slaw! Their other fish dishes are just as good. We also like the option of sitting outside on their patio when the weather is nice. read more

One of my favorite local fried fish restaurants! To which by the way they do offer some non fried options as well. My favorites are the fried catfish basket and the fried calamari. They also have the best tartar sauce! My family and I have been coming here for years and always come back. This is a casual seat yourself kind of restaurant that does not have a wait staff. I've always had good service but their prices are a bit on the sit down restaurant side but very worth it! read more

Not great food. Overly oily and not great flavor. Pricey for what you get. Nothing special and not great.

This restaurant is far from our neighborhood - but we were running an errand late on Friday, and we were starving. Saw the good reviews and decided to stop. BTW - the gentleman at the counter was a gem - he know it was our first time, and really took the time to describe the most popular items. We opted for two orders of fried cod and chips, and one fried cod fish taco. One of us got regular fries and one got sweet potato fries. As a goodwill gesture, he comped our soft drinks for being first-time customers. Win-win! First, the servings are HUGE. He did warn us that they use 8-inch tortillas for the tacos. That should have been a clue! Very flavorful and filling. I loved the cod and chips - I have pretty high standards, and they did not disappoint. The fries were cooked perfectly, as were the sweet potato fries. The tarter sauce was good, as was the slaw. My husband kept talking about them all week long! Now, we have to come up with more reasons to go to the NW part of the valley! Because the menu is extensive, and we want to try more. read more

Great value and high quality. Not fishy at all! I had the cod and chips and the Mrs had the seafood salad, both good. We will be back! read more

Haven't been in awhile, so I thought I'd mention it's still as good as you remember. They have soft shell crabs RIGHT NOW, so get them while it's hot. It's a short season folks. Tried all 3 hot sauces, and Tabasco won that contest, easily. If you haven't tried it, or like me, haven't been in awhile then get there NOw, I repeat, Right Now. read more

Tip: 10% Off with Yelp Check-In! Great fish and chips, terrific clam chowder! After searching for a fish 'n chips place for three years, I have found a place that I will come back to. Why? Friendly service. The guys serving behind the counter are enthusiastic about their product. They were so helpful in helping us place our order. They have different discount specials daily. For Saturday, it was a dollar off sides. We got an order of hushpuppies ($1.99) for $1. You can't beat that. Fish 'n Chips. They offer a variety of fish: Icelandic Cod, Haddock, Mahi-Mahi, Tilapia, Catfish and Salmon. Hubby got the 2 Cod combo. I got 1 Cod and clams. They came also with fries, Cole Slaw. Fresh tasting cod, firm texture, nice and flaky. The batter wasn't super flavorful, but it highlighted the sweetness of the fish. I am a fan of their tartar sauce. I usually don't care for it but it was tangy. They also have a 1000 Island style house sauce that I didn't like as much, but my son did. The clams were standard tasting clam strips, lightly coated, not over salted. They were good-sized clam strips. At the condiment counter, they have kick-ass cocktail sauce, rich with horseradish. Yum! They also have Heinz malt vinegar, Sriracha Hot Sauce, Louisiana Red Hot sauce, salt and pepper at the table. The Cole Slaw was tasty, too, not swimming in mayo. Our highlight was the clam chowder. Have I had better? Yeah, but at a fancy restaurant in Portland in 1988. It was thick, tasty and, satisfying and came in a generous cup for $3.50. Bowls are $6.50. You could also get the clam chowder in a sourdough bread bowl for $9.99. My cup came with Zesty oyster crackers. Will we be back? You betcha! Thank you, Norm R. for your review. I got the clam chowder because of you. read more

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Food always good but portions seem to shrinking. Service always friendly but hate to say it little to liberal to me. Clean and inviting indoor seating. read more

Food was good but found it over priced for the portions. It was really just like the frozen fish pieces that you can find at Walmart.

Normally, I love this place. But I usually get the fish and chips. I tried something different today and got the seared tuna. Boy was that a mistake. And they got my order wrong. Unfortunately, it was take out, and I didn't have time to return the meal. So that was a waste of $20. The tuna was overcooked and dry. Seafood salad was bland and they dumped a bunch of vegetables I didn't ask for. Worst experience there so far. Not sure I'll return. Only reason why it wasn't 1 star is because my husband's clam chowder was ok. read more

Oscar's Pier 83 - Dried up tuna. Looks like it came out of a can. - Fish & Chips Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

I was in the area and came by again for lunch. The service was outstanding! The food was outstanding. Nothing has changed. I really recommend giving this place a try. My kids love their chicken strips. They have many options. My favorite has been the fish tacos. read more

Great food small portions... way over priced. But all restaurants have raised prices at this point. Very clean

The best clam chowder in Arizona. It comes in a wonderful Arizonasour dough bowl. All the food we have there is great. Give it a try, you won't be sorry. read more

We paid a visit last night to take Ken up on his offer to make things right. Ken was not there but Carmen took good care of us after I explained what our concerns were. The solution to the soggy fries was to package the shrimp and fries separately. This worked! No more soggy fries. Also, the shrimp and fish we ordered tasted fresh and was perfect. The odd taste from last time was thankfully absent. We will return once again. read more

Been going here for years and their food has continued to be our go-to for seafood. And although my diet requirements have morphed over the years ( less sodium & fried), their broiled entrees call my name & their seafood pasta salad is so satisfying. Their remodeled dining area is an answer to prayer and their staff have such a great attitude. Love Oscar's! read more

This place was crowded and it has mostly good reviews so I expected it to be good. Now I've had "real" fish and chips in England a couple different times so maybe my expectations of this common dish is a bit high but on the flip side I'm a foodie and I know good, bad and mediocre. This place is mediocre. My husband and I shared the 3 piece fried cod and chips, these fries where far from "chips" they where thin cut greasy fries that you would expect to get from Burger King. The fish tasted good it was tender and flaky not over done, the batter was average not bad but nothing special. I noticed after we got our food that you can add thicker cut steak fries for an addition charge I've never seen that before at this type of cafeteria style restaurant. Why 2 kinds of fries why not make the better fries standard they are advertised as "chips" so you expect the thick fries this seems like a petty add on. My daughter had the lobster roll, it was a special menu item just be forewarned it was 28.00 for a small hoagie roll of lobster claw bathed in mayo and the gross skinny fries again. They let you substitute different sides like veggies but again they nickel and dime you for another 2.00. Overall, I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here maybe there are not many seafood options so that's why it does well. It didn't leave a good first impression. The staff was nice, food came out quick. Perhaps other items are better, if I ever did return I wouldn't order the fish and chips. It's not bad food it is just okay it's petty with the side and chips upgrade pricing. read more

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It's always nice to return to a favorite fish place- and it's just a delicious as the last time you went!! Oscar's has great grilled tilapia with a fabulous seafood pasta salad and fresh steamed vegetables if you're trying to be healthy. I love a bowl of Clam Chowder with a crisp green salad. The clam chowder reminds me of my mom's homemade chowder she would simmer for hours. The Green Salad is crisp and fresh served with blue cheese dressing. We haven't been in since the renovation- so we were happy to see you are expanding! Thanks for the yummy seafood!! read more

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Stumbled across this place when visiting Phoenix. Being that I was with people who have lived here for decades they were quite surprised to find this little gem. We enjoyed the opportunity to sit on the patio in comfortable chairs evening weather. There are several seating options inside and out. The clam chowder was full of flavor (added a touch of salt to match our taste buds). Our party had both fried and grilled fish and found it al delicious. The seafood pasta salad was filled with good sized pieces of crab and shrimp and the steak fries were a hit at the table. There was a great portion of vegetables to go with the grilled fish, but wish we had options for some additional seasoning (maybe some lemon pepper on the side?). Appreciate having several condiment options for the fish and fries. Very happy to have found this little seafood gem in the middle of Phoenix. I know I'll be back as well as the locals that joined me. read more

I crave the fish here. I love the catfish it is my all time favorite. Service never disappoints They have a nice outside seating area. My favorite fish place ever. read more

This place has good food at a good price. We usually take it to go because it's always packed.

Tried catfish and hush puppies!!!! Amazing then the fresh coleslaw i will go and good tea! I will be going again today for lunch! The Best and Great Customer Service too! read more

I have very mixed feelings about this place. For two people, it cost me over $25. The fried fish and fries were very pricey for the quantity. The shrimp cocktail and seafood pasta salad made with krab were jam packed into very small plastic containers. They expected me to eat out of these tony plastic cups! So, I went back to the order counter and asked for a plate which should have been provided to me without asking. As I unpacked everything, it reminded me of sea monkeys that grow when put in a glass of water. The ONLY good thing was their clam chowder. It was a bit salty for my taste buds, but, the clams were fresh, not rubbery. If I ever return, I will only order the clam chowder that they sell for $50/gal. It was a clean restaurant, but, just not my style. read more

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Visiting friends and they took us to Oscar's Pier 83, we are so glad they did. We are from South Orange County California and we eat a lot of sea food and this is some of the best we have had. I had the fish and chips special and added 2 fried shrimp absolutely delicious!!! The fish and shrimp fried perfectly and so flavorful, fries were great too. Hubby got the cod big taco special and loved it! Wonderful customer service, wonderful food! read more

Excellent food. My wife and I love the fish and the french fries. Some of my favorite. They have Coke products, always a plus. The staff is also amazing. Nice and professional. No negatives I can think of. Enjoy. read more

I came in on a Friday as I just had a craving for Fish and Chips. Looked online for a place close by and Oscar's pulled up. After a quick look at some of the reviews, I had to check it out. As I walked into the restaurant, the first thing I noticed was how clean it was. I mean it was clean, no garbage laying on the floor, tables set with chairs pushed in. There was an employee who was actively cleaning the seating area if they were not helping a guest at the counter. A look at the menu and there was a nice selection of fish to choose from. I ended up getting the 2-piece Cod meal. Came out to just under $20 for the meal with no drink. I asked for a cup for water and received a decent size cup. The fish came out great. The coating was not very thick which is good since I want to eat fish and not an overly battered fish like other places. The fish was decently portioned as well. The batter was crispy, fish was flaky, and overall, tasted good. It came with one small cup of their tartar sauce, which you can always ask for more, and I recommend you do. The side of coleslaw was good. You get more than most restaurants tend to give for a side of coleslaw from my experience. The slaw was shredded and had a good creamy sauce. The fries were just ok. Just the typical frozen fries. The water well let's just say it reminded me of the good ol days as a child drinking out of the hose. No meal is complete without a trip to the bathroom. This is a 4-plunger bathroom. Nice and spacious, clean, and had some decor. The urinal in the men's room reminded me of something a midget with a giant snow cone would use. Overall, this place did not disappoint, and I will come back again. read more

Five stars for the fish. Fries and coleslaw? Not so great. Worth checking it out. The Pier 83 in the name must be something personal to Oscar. The Restaurant is not on a Pier, and it is not on 83rd Street or 83rd Avenue. Like most restaurants in the Phoenix metro, it is in a strip mall. Order and pay at the counter when you walk in, get a number and they bring your food out to you. Beer and wine are available, no hard liquor. I was thinking of getting fish tacos, but decided on Fish-n-Chips with the standard Icelandic Cod instead. The fish was delicious. Very lightly fried with a moist and flaky filet. If I was just eating the fish this review might have gotten the extra star. However, the coleslaw was dry and bland. Maybe it is my personal preference, but I prefer thick cut skin-on fries with my Fish-n-Chips. These fries reminded me of what you get at McDonald's or Burger King, but not that good. My dining companion said the fish tacos were the best ever. I'll be trying those next year if I make it back there. read more

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