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    Poppies

    3.9 (437 reviews)
    ModerateFish & Chips, Fast Food
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    POPPIES ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Laura P.

    Easily the best fish and chips I've ever had, and it's clear why they've been in business for so long. I also tried some dishes that are less popular with tourists: whitebait (similar to French fries, but made with tiny whole white fish) and cod roe (battered and deep-fried caviar). Both were something completely new to me and absolutely delicious.

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    Paulette C.

    My friend recommended Poppies as a very popular place to get really good fish and chips. I found the fish to be very dry. I only had about 3 bites and left the rest. My friends thought the ends were good but the middle, which is the part I ate, was dry. The chicken pot pie, however, was very good. I would choose somewhere else to get authentic London Fish and Chips.

    Amanda C.

    Cute fish and chips shop that was actually open late. Came for a late night snack of fish and chips and a side of mushy peas. It was very quiet and most of the cases with meat pies on display were sold out. Loved the historic old school vibe of this place. Since this was just a snack we only had one order for a party of four. The servers didn't judge us and were super friendly. Also, the ketchup comes in the cutest little container. All the details about this place were so heartwarming and really transported you to another place.

    TJ4000 T.

    I fell to the hype only to be let down. Wasn't that great. Small portion, heavy bill. Good but not £33 worth.

    Brett B.

    Staff were friendly and very attentive. As of 630pm on a Saturday night the cod was sold out. The haddock was pretty good, mushy pees an additional 3.5.

    Large Haddock (out of Cod) $$$$ very good
    Lisa E.

    Bright shiny penny, lovely polite staff, clean & welcoming...but the fish & chips were average, they were out of the large order of Cod & we only could choose the Haddock (which seems to be a common theme) I was shocked actually at the prices..However, we enjoyed our time sitting & relaxing after miles of walking & appreciated that it is a touristy attraction. I think if the fish & chips were more like 18 bucks vs 28, the review would be 5 stars.

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    John W.

    Poppies was a cool place to stop at. Food was decent here and the vibe was cool. I liked the diner aesthetic. Service was great here too - our food came out super fast. I got the fried haddock dinner and chips. It was pretty good but a bit bland. The chips were nice and thick. The mushy peas were decent too. Overall, I would come back here, the ambiance was super cool. Fun to get served such a big piece of fish too :)

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    Mischa J.

    Yelp! First time in London and Everybody suggest, YOU GOT TO GET THE FISH AND CHIPS. So, we see POPPIES. First off, we in Camden market and you crowded. Everybody wants this fish. It's 1:00pm and you are out of all large and fish bites. FOLKS IN LONDON BE EATING. As a party of 4, we decide on 2 fish and chips, And they out of cod, so we get the Haddock. Soooo good!! Delicious! Everybody happy, we tore it up. Your malt vinegar with this old ship to shore decor is a sure fire. Thanks for your service. By far the best fish and chips on my visit.

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    Jed W.

    This was exactly what we were looking for! We wanted some traditional fish and chips, and so we headed to poppies. Unfortunately, they were out of cod, and so we had the haddock, but it turned out to be delicious anyway. The chips (fries) we're delicious, crispy, and the fish was crispy all around. Two of the kids had the sausages which were actually really really good. We tried the jellied eel, which I'm sure was very well done, but wasn't for us. The salad came with only olive oil so be aware of that. And the calamari came with only 4 pieces and wasn't all that good. If you're looking for traditional, delicious, fish and chips, this is the place but stick with the fish and chips.

    Douglas W.

    Definitely a must do when you find yourself in City Center of London. Everything about the staff and the place makes it worth the trip. The fish (cod or haddock) was served quickly, hot and fresh. Great people watching too. Do yourself a favor and make the trip!

    My arm for size  Haddock fish and chips with peas
    Diana G.

    I heard that this restaurant was the restaurant to find great fish and chips. I am glad that I looked at reviews because I was able to make a reservation prior to going. The reservation is highly encouraged since the place is tiny. There's a lot of takeaways, but also people waiting for a table. You can see the cooks making the fish and the display of food made from the entrance. They have fish and chips and a few other items like pies. For the fish and chips, you get to choose the fish of your liking. We were going to share it so we ordered a large fish plate. It was definitely large. I decided on the haddock for the fish. It was perfectly seasoned. My friend had the cod. I think it would get the cod instead of the haddock if I went back. The fries were delicious. They were thick. The tartar sauce was good and it comes in a cute little jar. I shares the pickled eggs and onions. They were pretty strong. It definitely opened my sinuses. The Cornish vegetable pasty was tasty and big enough to have it as a meal. They do sell beer, wine and cocktails. I had wine. Service was fast and the waitress was friendly.

    Gab G.

    You can do better than this spot, which is a tourist trap through and through. Sadly, I was deceived by the cute awning outside. Regular fish supper with cod was shareable and fine.

    Stephanie C.

    What a cute diner concept! Perfectly situated in a busy part of town with some shopping and pubs close by. The service is prompt and detailed. I really like how quickly the food is delivered after ordering. The fish (cod) was fresh, light, flakey and well cooked. The skin was a pleasant surprise. The mushy peas were also very good and just the right texture. All the items arrived to the table piping hot and delicious! I appreciate the low seasoning so you can adjust it on your own. The homemade tartare sauce is perfect with the fish and the crispy chips. Fun place to try if you are visiting or a local.

    Cod Fish and Chips - Reg portion - £15.95 (Nov 2022)

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    Earls Sandwiches - Behind the glass

    Earls Sandwiches

    4.7(3 reviews)
    0.7 miAldgate

    This was my favorite lunch place when I was working in the area. It's a small space, almost…read moreexclusively takeaway, so it often looks like there's a long queue, but don't let that discourage you, as the staff are quick and efficient. They're also really nice and polite. Over the course of several visits, I tried the sirloin special, the coronation chicken, the chicken escalope, and the chicken/bacon/sweet corn sandwiches. I also tried the scotch eggs. My favorite was the coronation chicken, which I'd never had before (I don't think we have it in the States), but everything I tried was tasty and I'd be happy to have all of them again. The sandwiches are pretty reasonably priced at under £6, which is nice for an area where it's easy to spend the same amount on a cup of coffee and a muffin. I've always been in and out of the shop in just a few minutes, even when it's busy. Their prime lunch traffic seems to come around 12:30 and later; it was pretty empty the 1 time I went at 12. I've always been able to pay with my American bank card without any issues. Definitely recommend this place if you need lunch in the area! They also have breakfast, although I've never tried it.

    Best sandwich place around here. Their chicken escalope on granary bap is my personal favourite…read more Worth the walk if you are further away but lucky for me it's on my doorstep.

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    Earls Sandwiches - 3/4 of a coronation chicken sandwich, scotch egg with mustard

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    Itsu - Salmon teriyaki on rice

    Itsu

    2.5(6 reviews)
    0.7 miThe City
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    Really great spot for a quick bite, be it lunch or getting a quick fix before meeting up with…read moresomeone or heading home. The food is tasty yet relatively healthy when compared to other fast food options nearby. The decor was also nice - spacious and clean with condiments, utensils and napkins fully stocked for self service. Staff are also nice too. I think it's important to set your expectations. This isn't a boutique high end sushi restaurant in Japan... I honestly wouldn't even call Itsu a sushi restaurant! It's a casual, largely self serve, fast food chain with some sushi on its menu. You can't be expecting a sub £7 sushi box to compare to sushi restaurants which charge that price for a single sashimi or nigiri. I enjoyed Itsu and would gladly visit one of their other chains.

    I don't think I can call Itsu's sushi.. sushi…read more.. I love jap food, and have travelled around Japan just for their food. Itsu's should not call what they put on the shelf sushi. More like a piece of fish on some rice (and no that's not sushi). Real sushi focuses on the type of rice used, the right amount of vinegar on each grain of rice, the moisture level in the rice. The focus on the grip of the chef is immense, as it translates to whether the sushi falls apart or it's too firm. All of these things come together miraculously, and bonded by some wasabi with a gorgeous piece of generous sashimi. That my friend is called sushi. Itsu's sushi was dry, hard, firm. Sashimi was not fresh and started to dis-color. I personally think it's just unfair how London is dominated by all these bad Jap food chains, and ripping the Londonites of great Japanese food experience. We should mourn for that fish even, as it certainly died in vain. Ok I should stop being dramatic. Reality is that we all know if we wanted great Jap food you won't go Itsu, or these equivalent chains. But personally think it felt more like a mock up than real Jap food at all. Not to be harsh, but i don't think consumers should need to pay so much for such quality.

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    Itsu - Easy to spot from the street.

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