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Pajos delivered a really enjoyable fish and chips experience. The halibut was tender, juicy, and cooked just right. A helpful tip is to order online so you can walk around the wharf while you wait. The real time tracking is surprisingly accurate and makes the whole process easy. The chips are all you can eat, and even though the first batch that came with the fish tasted like leftovers, the refill chips were perfectly crispy and fresh. It ended up being a great way to enjoy a sunny day by the water.
The fish are soooo crispy!! Really fast service and huge portions. A must stop at the Steveston Wharf!
They now have added online ordering, and you see a massive lineup to order on the dock, hit up their website to order online and just wait until your number gets called! The food is still amazing and great, and they still have bottomless fries and fountain soda refills!
I always go for the cod here. It comes out tender and not dry, which is exactly what I want in fish and chips. The fries are great too, and the free refills are a nice bonus. It is definitely nicest in the summer, but I still enjoy it on a clear day even if it is a bit chilly. There is some seating on the wharf, which adds to the whole experience. Just make sure to check their hours since they operate seasonally.
This is where we celebrated memories and I love how the food was. I felt like a food court and exclusive space for my family and I, although not every seating area had umbrellas and it was hot if you were eating these foods with the sun beaming on you, but the dock to the boat was short, and that experience reminded me of the suspension bridge in Vancouver these memories were very precious to me for my family and I
Came here for fish n chips a week ago and I must say the portion size of the fish filets are not what it used to be. Everything was pretty oily as well. The fries was just okay. Won't be coming back.
My first Fish & Chips in Canada. It was amazing. I also tried it in Japan, it was totally different. The tartar sause is my favorite.
Lovely experience eating on the pier! Would absolutely come back again! There was no line when I ordered, but the wait for the order was longer than expected. Tons of people started queuing up right after I ordered. 5/5 cod, salmon, and halibut -- the tempura style batter is so crisp and the fish is light and flaky. 4.5/5 Bottomless fries - crispy, we went back for seconds!
Wow the line was long but it moved fast! Hard to find a shady spot to eat. They are a great fish n chips place because they have a variety of fish to choose from. We got Salmon, Cod, and Halibut. The salmon was my favorite because it had a sweetness to it. The fries were ok, I recommend just getting the fish. I likes the creativity of their tables with holes and they give you the fish in a cone where the table holds it stable. Their salad was also very tasty and refreshing!
Yum! So fun eating fish and chips on the pier. We got two pieces of cod with the bottomless fries for ~$23. A little pricey but the fish was very delicious with a nice crispy light batter. Bottomless fries was nice too - just go up front. You can also ask them for an empty cup for water (there's a fountain) and plates to share. Ketchup is self serve and they give you the tartar sauce and lemons.
We had a birthday BOGO coupon so we headed down to steveston for fish and chips at Pajos. It's a long weekend with nice sunny weather so it was pretty busy in the neighbourhood. It took some time to find parking. Took us a minute to realize where the ramp was to get down to Pajos lol. We ordered through the app and it didn't take too long for them to make our order actually. I wish there were more tables and benches to eat at as most of them were already taken up. We picked cod and thought the food was decent , but the price is a bit steep (at full price) for what you're getting. I would say that It's a nice treat to have once in awhile!
Sad the city cancelled the contract for the Garry pt location. Portions have def gotten à lot smaller. Fish and chips are still one of my favourite in métro van. Bottomless handcut fries. Fast turnover, online ordering. They added some more seating at the top of the wharf and somehow there are less seagulls than usual.
Before heading to Vancouver we did some research and decided to add this to our list of places to eat. A couple of buddies and I are constantly on the hunt for awesome fish and chips after having possibly the best fish and chips from Epcot at Disneyworld years ago. I know that sounds kind of crazy but we were excited to go to this place. The overall experience was okay. It's not the greatest atmosphere because it's on the water (which is greenish) and there are parts of fried foods on the benches and tables from previous guests so birds tend to hover around. We thought the fish itself had decent batter and was okay tasting. We ordered a 3 piece and ended up with 5 pieces because I think they thought a couple of pieces were small so they gave us more. I have to say that the fish tacos my daughter ordered were very tasty but our fish and chips quest continues.
This was going to be a true test of the Fish & Chips quality here in Metro Vancouver. I had family visiting from the UK - the birthplace of fish & chips. I have Pajo's maybe once every couple of years, & so having visitors that were craving fish & chips - I recommended Pajo's. Located in the popular tourist area of Steveston Village in Richmond, Pajo's has been a pioneer of Fish & Chips in Metro Vancouver since 1985. There is even a location at the YVR Vancouver Airport in the food court near the photogenic - Jade Canoe. Get your fish & chips there before your flight takes off. Pajo's in Steveston Village is located right on the water - a floating restaurant. Seating is outdoors under patio umbrellas. Watch out for those pesky seagulls & crows. We tried the Wild Snapper & Wild Cod as well as the Fish Tacos. We added a bit of vinegar to the chips & voila - excellent. The fish are not too heavily battered, not too oily & tasted fresh. It's that crispy golden looking batter that really excites anyone having Fish & Chips. For some reason they were out of Salmon which would have been nice to try. Regardless, our UK visitors gave Pajo's two thumbs up. read more
1 month ago
We are glad we visited here as it is iconic The line was not too long after our whale watching tour (two humpbacks two orcas two eagles) They over charged us $5 so watch it when you order The fish was good The chips (French fries) were not good No wonder they let you have as many as you want No one was asking for refills read more
Pajos delivered a really enjoyable fish and chips experience. The halibut was tender, juicy, and cooked just right. A helpful tip is to order online so you can walk around the wharf while you wait. The real time tracking is surprisingly accurate and makes the whole process easy. The chips are all you can eat, and even though the first batch that came with the fish tasted like leftovers, the refill chips were perfectly crispy and fresh. It ended up being a great way to enjoy a sunny day by the water. read more
6 months ago
1 month ago
The fish are soooo crispy!! Really fast service and huge portions. A must stop at the Steveston Wharf! read more
4 months ago
They now have added online ordering, and you see a massive lineup to order on the dock, hit up their website to order online and just wait until your number gets called! The food is still amazing and great, and they still have bottomless fries and fountain soda refills! read more
I always go for the cod here. It comes out tender and not dry, which is exactly what I want in fish and chips. The fries are great too, and the free refills are a nice bonus. It is definitely nicest in the summer, but I still enjoy it on a clear day even if it is a bit chilly. There is some seating on the wharf, which adds to the whole experience. Just make sure to check their hours since they operate seasonally. read more
This is where we celebrated memories and I love how the food was. I felt like a food court and exclusive space for my family and I, although not every seating area had umbrellas and it was hot if you were eating these foods with the sun beaming on you, but the dock to the boat was short, and that experience reminded me of the suspension bridge in Vancouver these memories were very precious to me for my family and I read more
1 year ago
Came here for fish n chips a week ago and I must say the portion size of the fish filets are not what it used to be. Everything was pretty oily as well. The fries was just okay. Won't be coming back. read more
1 year ago
My first Fish & Chips in Canada. It was amazing. I also tried it in Japan, it was totally different. The tartar sause is my favorite. read more
6 months ago
2 years ago
Lovely experience eating on the pier! Would absolutely come back again! There was no line when I ordered, but the wait for the order was longer than expected. Tons of people started queuing up right after I ordered. 5/5 cod, salmon, and halibut -- the tempura style batter is so crisp and the fish is light and flaky. 4.5/5 Bottomless fries - crispy, we went back for seconds! read more
3 years ago
Wow the line was long but it moved fast! Hard to find a shady spot to eat. They are a great fish n chips place because they have a variety of fish to choose from. We got Salmon, Cod, and Halibut. The salmon was my favorite because it had a sweetness to it. The fries were ok, I recommend just getting the fish. I likes the creativity of their tables with holes and they give you the fish in a cone where the table holds it stable. Their salad was also very tasty and refreshing! read more
Yum! So fun eating fish and chips on the pier. We got two pieces of cod with the bottomless fries for ~$23. A little pricey but the fish was very delicious with a nice crispy light batter. Bottomless fries was nice too - just go up front. You can also ask them for an empty cup for water (there's a fountain) and plates to share. Ketchup is self serve and they give you the tartar sauce and lemons. read more
We had a birthday BOGO coupon so we headed down to steveston for fish and chips at Pajos. It's a long weekend with nice sunny weather so it was pretty busy in the neighbourhood. It took some time to find parking. Took us a minute to realize where the ramp was to get down to Pajos lol. We ordered through the app and it didn't take too long for them to make our order actually. I wish there were more tables and benches to eat at as most of them were already taken up. We picked cod and thought the food was decent , but the price is a bit steep (at full price) for what you're getting. I would say that It's a nice treat to have once in awhile! read more
2 years ago
Sad the city cancelled the contract for the Garry pt location. Portions have def gotten à lot smaller. Fish and chips are still one of my favourite in métro van. Bottomless handcut fries. Fast turnover, online ordering. They added some more seating at the top of the wharf and somehow there are less seagulls than usual. read more
1 year ago
Before heading to Vancouver we did some research and decided to add this to our list of places to eat. A couple of buddies and I are constantly on the hunt for awesome fish and chips after having possibly the best fish and chips from Epcot at Disneyworld years ago. I know that sounds kind of crazy but we were excited to go to this place. The overall experience was okay. It's not the greatest atmosphere because it's on the water (which is greenish) and there are parts of fried foods on the benches and tables from previous guests so birds tend to hover around. We thought the fish itself had decent batter and was okay tasting. We ordered a 3 piece and ended up with 5 pieces because I think they thought a couple of pieces were small so they gave us more. I have to say that the fish tacos my daughter ordered were very tasty but our fish and chips quest continues. read more
Delicious fresh fish with outdoor seating by the pier. Nice afternoon on a moderate summer day with a light breeze off the water. Service was fast and straight forward. Food came out quickly and was very fresh and hot. For the portions it is a little pricey but since I'm visiting from out of town and can't get fresh fish of this quality back home it is definitely worth it. They do have an app to order ahead of you want or if you'll be here often. Beware the local birds who are waiting for you to drop a fry. Would come back again or at least recommend for anyone who's never had fresh fish and chips. read more
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3 years ago
Perfect place for a fish and chips spot! Located right on the water along Steveston Wharf, which is still a hub of commercial fishing. All sorts of fried goodies! I went with the Pacific wild cod and halibut. Pieces were not huge but were fried well in a nice crispy batter. Fries themselves were decent but not the highlight here. Food is served in a sort of papery cone for easy holding. The seats around the place come with convenient holes that your cone of fried goodness perfectly fits into for easy eating. Apparently, a fish taco or burger order can come with "bottomless fries" which I did not test. Beware the seagulls here show up in force and can get a bit pushy looking for a free meal! read more
Terrible chips, good fish. We ordered halibut and it was very flakey and cooked well. Battering was thin, crispy, and not oily tasting. On the Friday that we went, we only had a ten minute wait between ordering and receiving our food. Minus stars for the stale and soggy fries. Honestly some of the worse fries I've ever had. If it weren't for the ketchup and tarter sauce I dunked these fries into, these fries would've gone straight into the trash. There's an option to order just the fish so I strongly recommend doing just that. read more
Got here about 15 minutes before closing, and a good thing I did because at 8 pm, they closed the window and wouldn't take any more customers, even the pleading woman at 8:02 pm! I was rushing to get here from where I was sightseeing, and this remarkable place didn't disappoint!! Though I agree with other reviewers that the size of the fish pieces was a little smaller than I would have expected for the price. I got one piece of snapper with fries. It was a special through tomorrow. Then I got a piece of Halibut to add one. For a tiny piece for $12.50! A nice light batter with good and crispy fries. It was delicious and came out within five minutes of ordering. It is worthwhile to visit this amazing restaurant right on the after. Note, it isn't fancy but it is nice and the food makes it worth it!! Highly recommend read more
1 year ago
The personal was nice and welcoming. The food was really good and we got a nice view in the wharf. read more
A cold and blustery day in Steveston means you need to warm up with some good food. Nothing like having some fresh fish and chips! We had their famous (and ocean-wise) sustainable 3 piece cod with double (maybe triple fried) chips. The batter was light and airy with no hint of grease. The cod was super flaky and loved the tartar sauce they included. The chips were super crunchy and I would have liked them to be more potato-ey if that makes sense. Loved their halibut fish tacos! Beautifully cooked delicate halibut with an amazing slaw. That combo is terrific! Would love to come back on a hot summer day and enjoy eating this on the water! read more
We were there in the summer for lunch which is not very recommended, they have patio umbrella but it's not flexible which means we seat under the sun without a shade. We had Alaskan wild halibut (2 pc), cod burger, and 2 pacific wild cod & fries (2 pc). I would say, it's not as good as we heard about them, normal fish and chips but pricy! We love seafood especially fish and chips and try so many fish and chips shops/restaurants. if you live nearby it's ok but for us, not worth the trip. Parking was available nearby at lunchtime but in the evening maybe a bit hard as Stevenson is a very popular place. read more
I was here for a family lunch on May 2nd, Sunday. Because Pajo's is a famous restaurant, I felt so excited to see if this places was really good. I personally felt there was TOO much hype going on. We ordered the total of 5pcs of Cod and a Chips with a drink. Fish and Chips came out as is without Coleslaw, and the food was disappointing for the price. Cod was tender, but it was NOT crispy. Fries were terrible it was dry and soggy. I could tell the fries weren't cooked well and the tray were SO greasy after finishing our food. Tartar sauce looked like it was a mix of mayo and pickles. Money is better spent elsewhere. I believe Go Fish is SO much better than Pajo's,and would prefer going to GF for Fish and Chips instead. read more
6 years ago
I can't believe it took me so many years to finally try the fish and chips here. I don't remember having it as a teenager at all. It was usually crowded when we came here or at the other outlets so I never bothered with it. Plus I was not a huge fan of fish and chips so I hardly crave for it. I finally decided to try it as it was empty when I was there. Covid-19 has really reduced visitors in this area. I ordered the cod and chips with mushy peas. The fish was fabulous! Lightly coated and fried to perfection. It was a similar texture to a good tempura batter -- light and crispy and not oily. The fries were similar, crisp edges and soft inside. The service was fantastic too. I was given all the typical condiments -- tartar sauce, vinegar, salt, pepper and ketchup. Now I know why this place is a favorite for many of my friends. read more
4 years ago
I got the fish and chips 2 piece. I thought the fries were not crunchy enough. The fish was a bit too oily for me. The fish was very flaky. read more
Hope I got the right one. I went to the one on the docks of Steveston as it was a takeout window and I was in the area. The service for the cashier wasnt that great, but the person who handed me my food and condiments was nice. I like that they have the option of ordering just fish so I got wild Alaskan halibut. The one piece was plenty for me. The fish was nicely done. Light and not too heavy on the batter. The tartar sauce was good and I enjoyed it. I'd say it is decent and I would go back read more
4 years ago
So delicious and fresh! We ordered the cod and salmon fish n chips which comes with refillable fries (love it!). I recommend the cod more. Salmon was good but it's drier and flakier than the cod. What surprised me the most was how light the batter is. Everything just tasted so fresh and not greasy at all even though it's fried food. The Pajo's chowder was some of the creamiest chowder I've ever had so highly recommend. My only compliant is it's so small that we devoured it in seconds. read more
7 years ago
Amazing fish n chips. In fact I want to say the best I've had. It was so good and fresh we all finished it to the last bone or fry I should say. Their tarter sauce was really really good and I LOVE being able to sit down by the docks to eat. The only pit w any fish n chips is how greasy it is. definitely can't eat it alone I felt like maybe my arteries were getting clogged bite by bite :-/ read more
I have been to Pajo's twice and didn't realize I've actually never posted about it! Summer is always the best time to go anywhere. It's so relaxing to just grab some food from Pajo's and eat near the Steveston harbour. Pajo's is famous for their fish & chips, so we got the halibut and snapper fish & chips. To be very honest, I think their fish & chips is just fine. I do like their thin and crispy batter, but the halibut we got was a bit dry and it doesn't really have a lot of flavour. The snapper actually has more flavour than the halibut, and it was less overcooked. Overall, I do think the fish & chips are okay, I just wouldn't consider coming back for it very often. read more
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