Proper Fish is one of those true masters of fish and chips; they really have The Craft down. This version has a Northwest twist, which is still great overall, especially with the mushy peas served with the fish and chips--that was the best choice. You don't see that anywhere else, and this place has moved into one of my new top five fish-and-chip joints. No need to explain what I already ordered; we just happened to come here on a random trip. Figured we'd check it out before we catch the ferry to Seattle, stop over here at Proper Fish. Next time, I want to ask for mushy peas because I like my veggies. I know most people don't like veggies, I get it--I need a little more of those mushy peas. read more

Proper Fish - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

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Overall: nice to look at food, pretty mediocre eats. The fish: the batter had a donut-y sweetness to it which was a little unusual. I kind of liked it, but definitely haven't experienced that with fish before. The fish itself, cod, was fine--not much flavor but that's cod. The tartar sauce was a standout: obviously homemade with a great lemon flavor. The fries: these tasted like they had been sitting under a heat lamp for quite a while. Warm but not crispy (except the tiny bits). Considering that there was an almost continuous flow of English fish and chips coming out of the kitchen and they were super busy, it's bizarre the fries weren't fresh. Almost flavorless. Cod chowder: I honestly couldn't tell which chunks were cod and which were potato. Super bland. read more

Proper Fish - Cod chowder - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

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The fish and chips we got were good, nothing crazy, nothing special. It is consistent. I would love to come back and try their other menu items. The lines were long since this a popular tourist spot, it is to be expected. The service is quick for the long lines. read more

Proper Fish - Fish and chips - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

Glad I got to try this place during my visit to Bainbridge! Got the fish n chips and it was hot, fresh, and a good portion size. The fish was flaky with a thin fried coating. The mushy peas had a strong mint flavor, which I liked. Tasted like a fresh mint chutney. My friend got the chowder, which was made with cod that day, and it tasted great. Creamy without being too rich. Not fishy either. Friendly service, both counter and table. Cute and casual place inside with outdoor seating options as well. Bathroom inside the building. read more

Proper Fish - Fish n chips - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

Visited here on our trip to Bainbridge Island and it seems like this was highly recommended. Cod chowder (5/5): Perfect for a cold day. Still prefer the clam version, but this was perfectly seasoned and comforting. Fish and chips (5/5): fish and chips usually doesn't satisfy me, but holy crap this one was massive. Not only was it humongous, but it was also perfectly fried. The sauces were also great to experiment with. Overall this has got to be your go-to spot when visiting the island. read more

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Excellent fish and chips in a comfortable setting with friendly service. The portion was generous, the fish hot, the batter crunchy and the mashed peas a delicious and unexpected touch. The tartar sauce was delicious as well. For me definitely worth the trip from Seattle. I'll be back! read more

Proper Fish - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

My friend's husband recommended Proper Fish for fish and chips and I'm so glad he did. We heard it's supposed to be Seattle's top fish and chip restaurant so we had to try it. The restaurant itself was buzzing with two different dining rooms and an outdoor seating area as well. You place your order at the counter and they'll deliver the food when it's ready. We tried the fish and chips and the soup of the day which was cod chowder. This soup was perfectly seasoned and tasted just like the New England style clam chowder I know and love. It was thick (but not too thick) and packed with delicious flavor. The fish and chips - which was perfectly battered and fried - came out piping hot, was generous in size and large enough to share between two of us. I would definitely recommend this restaurant and look forward to coming back again and eating outside in warmer weather. read more

Proper Fish - Piping hot and delicious cod chowder - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

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Well done proper fish, not only have you brought your restaurant back up to the standard we've loved since you were a food truck (yes I know ownership changed and it took a minute to get back to it) But the service was quick without feeling rushed, they themselves found us a table (in the new bar area, its 18+ but they were nice enough to let our 16 through) The food was perfect, crispy yet moist fish that was bigger than the basket, lots of their glorious fries and a scoop of mushy minty peas (really wish I got more of this its just that good) Love it will be back as always! read more

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Yummm for their fish and chips. I came here with my family after walking around and exploring on a Sunday afternoon. The place is small and it was too cold to sit outside. I had to sit at a small table with my daughter because she was sleeping on the stroller while my group sat at a bigger table in the back. I ordered the fish and chips and it was delicious! Piping hot, crispy and flaky. No complaints at all. The portion was a good size(I couldn't finish but my brother came by to help). I really enjoyed the peas that I initially thought was guac haha. If I'm ever visiting Bainbridge, I'd definitely stop by for a quick bite. read more

Proper Fish - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

The restaurant is a little small and staff is very friendly. Ordered the fish and chips and clam chowder. -fish and chips: came out hot and was so tasty, the portion is generous. you can definitely split between two people and leave full. fish was crispy but light, it wasn't oily at all. pea mash complimented the fish and was refreshing. the fries were thick and very filling -clam chowder: delicious and very warming, perfect for when it's cold and raining. I enjoyed eating this with the oyster crackers added on top for some extra texture read more

Proper Fish - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

This was a great meal. There is very limited seating in their main restaurant, but there is additional seating in the bar area. The fish was super tender and fried to perfection. It was a very large portion. The mushy peas were something fun and new to try. The food came out much quicker than we were told it would take. The cod chowder was also something new I've never had. Tastes pretty similar to normal chowder but flakier meat. I would come back again. read more

Proper Fish - Fish and chips Cod chowder - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

Fish was pretty darn good, chowder was more "meh". Huge portion of fish though! We shared one piece since we'd been stuffing ourselves all day. Not a lot of indoor seating, but plenty of outdoor seats for a warm day. Quick service! read more

Proper Fish - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

Solid fish and chips place. Deducted a star because the fries were mid. The fish fry itself was great and huge portion size. The cod chowder is also great. Perfect amount of salt and seasonings. I also love the sauce choices they have. I recommend the cilantro cream and basil aioli. The person who took our order also was nice and accommodating. read more

It was such a beautiful day at Bainbridge Island, after taking the ferry my husband and I were met with his friend. He asked where we wanted to go and after checking out some Tiktok suggestions I decided that we were going to have an early dinner at Proper Fish. Proper Fish can get proper busy, you order your food at the register and find seats either inside their main restaurant, the bar or outside. We were lucky enough to get seats outside, we were so thankful that it wasn't rainy but it was still pretty chilly. My husband and his friend order the British fish and chips while my husband ordered fried oysters, I also ordered the chowder. We got our number and put it on the table and our food came out pretty fast. The chowder was exactly what I needed to stay warm, it was so delicious and creamy and filled with so much cod. When the fish and chips came out I was absolutely shocked with how huge my fillet was, it was crispy and flaky and still so moist and it was so tender. The fish was so delicious and the chips were big and fluffy on the inside. I typically don't like minty peas, I've had some in the UK and was not fan but these were actually really good. Now the oysters, I am not a fan but my husband really liked it. I just thought it was too wet lol. Please please please come and check them out. read more

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We were very satisfied with our meal at Proper Fish. As tourists just passing through, we struck gold finding this gem. The fish and chips are worth every penny! Perfectly battered, not too heavy, hot and crisp. The fish itself was flaky and moist. The lobster roll was described as the best I have ever had by another member in our party. Pricey but also worth the cost. The servers were friendly and attentive. The restaurant itself is small and can only seat 22 so be prepared to wait if you have a larger party. There are only two larger tables in the back. read more

Proper Fish - Fish & Chips - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

What a delight to have "proper" fish and chips for a little field trip to Bainbridge. I actually love mushy peas and it is so hard to find one that is authentic. They definitely nailed it. The fish was done right as well. Flaky fillet inside the medium batter. My son had the oysters and it was surprisingly good. The fries were not as crispy as I hope for but they were still solid. Yes, the line was long but it was worth it. read more

Proper Fish - Fried oysters - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

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I've been recommended Proper Fish before for fish & chips, for good reason. Solid spot somewhat close to the ferry, a good spot grab a bite after exploring shops. While I don't think it's a must try, I do think food matched expectations and a good fried fish typically hits the spot. British Fish & Chips - served with mushy peas, which I totally thought was guac, they're a refreshingly minty supplement. I'm not a total fan, but they're there. Fries were tasty, a good chunk of potato with lighter breading. Fish was huge! Served piping hot, the fish was soft. Tartar sauce was interestingly like a potato salad mixture but tasty. read more

Proper Fish - British Fish & Chips - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

Delicious fish! We travelled over to Bainbridge while in town for business and wanted to check out the ferry (which was so cool and would highly recommend doing!) We heard great things about Proper Fish, and it did not disappoint. We both got the fish and chips and it was delicious. A huge piece of cod served with fresh fries and mashed peas.... Yum! You order at the counter and take a seat in either the restaurant or the bar area & they bring it to you. The staff was very nice! We throughly enjoyed our meal here and would highly recommend stopping here for fish if you're in Bainbridge. Enjoy! read more

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Really enjoyed my fish tacos. Worth asking for extra sauce! Service was quick but did not get great info when I asked about drink flavors/sweetness levels. Was also a bit worried when we walked away and saw that their food safety rating was "needs improvement" pretty flowers outside but limited seating outdoors in the cuter area. read more

The fish was soft and tender and not too greasy. The fries were made well too and were nice and crispy. The fish and chips do come with a side of mushy peas with mint which I requested to not have. My friend ordered mushy peas on his plate and he didn't like the taste. read more

Proper Fish - Fish and chips - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

Ok. I've heard a lot about this place but had never been. Hubby and I had to pick something up on BI so I treated him for lunch. Sunday, in the off season for lunch, the bar was empty. Pro tip if you are 18+. The actual dining room was crowded with lots of families with kids. We watched the Steelers get creamed on the TV in peaceful quiet. Ok I'm a big fan of properly executed F&C. I would say this was it. Was it 'the best fish & chips I've ever eaten' like some reviewers have said. Not in my opinion but it was quite good. The slab of fish that shows up was impressive. Hubby and I shared. One thing that's different is that you get a real 'meaty' piece of fish. Not some rinky lil strip. We also ordered the O rings since we were sharing lunch. Now, these were panko crispy but no SOOO crispy that you ripped up the roof of your mouth biting in. Onions were good and thick and their tartar is spectacular! Now negatives...I found the fries too salty. It appears that the fish gets sprinkled with a finish of salt and, if that's so, it also winds up on the fries and that was too much. I did find the fish crust a wee bit soggy which I wasn't expecting from the reviews. That was disappointing but it's how most F&C is. Prices were a little high...$60 for a lunch that we split (yes there was ONE wine and ONE beer involved). But everything is expensive which makes me glad I'm a chef. I'd give it 4.5 stars but since I can't do that it gets a proper 4. Cheers! read more

Proper Fish - Proper Fish & Chips. Onion Rings - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

The restaurant is pretty crammed and tiny. On a nice summer day they have a small patio. You can expect to wait in line for a while before placing your order. You place your order at a counter and then just wait. The fish and chips are some of the best in the area. It's similar to what you can get in London! The fish tacos are pretty good, with fried potato straws on top. Worth checking out if you have time to kill and aren't in a super hurry. read more

Proper Fish - Fish Tacos - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

This is a cosy casual eatery with outdoor and indoor seating. Indoor was pretty warm and stuffy even on a mild weather day. They had fans running but it still smelled of fried fish. We opted to sit outdoors but had to wipe down our seats and table from the recent rain. I wish they had outdoor heaters because it was chilly in the shade. Order at the counter then take your number to your table of choice. Food comes out pretty quick. The fish was delicious, with great light and crispy batter, not too greasy. The tableside malt vinegar really enhanced the flavor. The tacos were a good size and had a solid serving of fish, but I felt they were a bit lacking in sauce. The crispy potato straws on top provided a nice extra crunch. A rush of people arrived shortly after we did, so our table service became a bit spotty. We were able to flag down a waitress to bring our cannoli, and it was nice that she thought to put it in a to-go box. read more

Proper Fish - Fish and chips, and two fish tacos - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

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Great food and service! We came on a Monday for lunch so thankfully it wasn't too crowded, but there were plenty of other people there. My sister and I shared one order of the British fish and chips and it was the perfect lunch portion for us, especially since we were just visiting for the weekend and wanted to try other places in Seattle. Even though we shared, we were still very full when we left! The fish was flaky and crispy and the fries were great as well. I liked the tartar sauce and we also tried the chipotle aioli. Neither one of us was brave enough to try the mushy peas. We sat outside on the patio, but there are a few tables inside as well. The bathroom is a bit tricky to find but there are lots of signs. read more

Proper Fish - British fish and chips - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

Loved the British fish and chips. Huge portion for $22!! So definitely for sharing. The cod chowder that day was nothing special. Check if it's clam chowder or not. If it's cod chowder, then skip it! Not worth $10. The chipotle sauce was good. They have a separate bar area which looked welcoming. read more

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Came here after seeing a post on TikTok. Here, you will need to stand on line to place and pay your order before you get a number to place on your table you need to find yourself. You can grab your own utensils and water inside the shop. We ordered a fish and chips and fish tacos to share between 2 people. This is definitely a good portion for two to share. The fish tacos were good but a bit bland. The fish and chips were mediocre. While the fish tasted great with the tartar sauce, the chips were a bit undercooked.  Was a great experience but would rather try another place on Bainbridge Island. read more

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Should've seen my face when they put a fish the length of my arm in front of me. Thought there was no way I was finishing that. I did, and it was amazing. The breading to meat ratio was perfect and the fish had a solid flakiness and was not dry at all. The quality of the fish tacos rivaled those of Southern California for sure. read more

Proper Fish - Fish and Chips - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

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British Fish & Chips: The fish was crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. We got a good portion of fish. The breading was not too thick on the fish. However, the chips (fries) were just okay. You start by ordering at the counter, and then it's up to you to find a table. After you order, they give you a table stand with your order number. When your food is ready, a server will search the restaurant, calling your number until they find you. There is both indoor and outdoors seating, and all of it was full when we ordered. We found ourselves standing in a corner scouting the room, and as soon as we saw a party stand up we rushed to claim their table. You grab your own utensils and water cups at the back of the restaurant. read more

Proper Fish - British Fish & Chips - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

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The restaurant is pretty small and stuffy inside. But I love the decor inside, even historical news about the place. And the menus were formatted like newspaper, so cute!! There's lots of outdoor seating! The service was nothing special, they weren't rude nor friendly. Just causal, normal "what would you like" and "would you like a receipt?" The wait for our food wasn't too bad, around 7 to 10 minutes. The portion size is HUGE!! I couldn't believe it! The fish was as long as my forearm. We got three of the Fish and Chips. Only one of us could finish the box. Everything was fresh, hot, and crispy! There was not enough tartar sauce for all of the food in my opinion. And definitely squeeze the lemon on the fish, made all the difference! I will definitely come back and highly recommend you check it out if you're nearby! And either come with an empty stomach or company to share the box with. read more

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Not a huge fan of Fish and Chips ! But let me tell you ! My partner ? He absolutely loved it ! Fish was so crispy and broke apart nicely ! The two dipping sauces guacamole and tartar sauce were really good and the chips were nicely coated with salt and super hot !service was fast as well ! read more

Proper Fish - Seattle's BEST Fish & Chips meal - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

Saw a lot of this place on my socials after my algorithm was completely dominated by Seattle food recommendations. Even overheard a cashier recommending this place to the people in front of us in a bookstore. But for some reason, my gut feeling kept me cautious, so when we made it here we decided to split the $33 lobster roll instead of ordering our own plates. And my dubious gut protected my wallet. The lobster roll wasn't necessarily undersized, but it's not what I would call generous either. It was a notch below satisfaction size. The lobster on it was good, but the dressing lacked any flavor or spice. The fries were over fried to being kind of a dry crunch rather than a crisp crunch. read more

Proper Fish - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

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Cute little restaurant and the best fish and chips I've ever had! Can't wait to come back. read more

Proper Fish - Fish and chips - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

Food was so good. Portions are large even the lobster roll. It looks small but they pile on the lobster. The fish chowder was yummy but def needs salt added. Service was friendly and fast Ambience was chill and clean. Kitchen staff was working hard!! read more

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This place was hopping. Luckily, we found a spot to sit in the bar area. Hubby was super excited when his fish and chips arrived. He said the fish was fantastic but , sadly, some of his fries were undercooked. I had the fish tacos and they were very tasty especially when I got to the parts with sauce on them. Was worth a try for our first time in town. read more

This is by far the best food I had when I visited Seattle. Enrique's hospitality was incredible. His positive attitude was contagious. The portions are huge and well worth the price. The fish was so crispy and full of flavor. Would fly out just to grab a bite of this delicious food. I highly recommend ordering the soup, it had the perfect amount of seasoning, and warmed you right up for the cold weather. read more

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fish & chip to the teeeeeee! freakin finger lickin loved it. besides the loud children screaming in the dining room, no notes. people aren't lying when they say this place is worth the wait in line. read more

Proper Fish - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

Maybe I'm the only one It's "fine" On the Island? On vacation? Do it Otherwise? There are better places for value "Proper" would be for 10 pounds read more

I had heard from some friends that they had the best fish & chips in the west; I had the chance to sample both the fish tacos and the touted fish and chips. The fish was perfectly battered and now has my vote as a top contender. The fries/chips seemed boring as part of the duo but still a good side. read more

Proper Fish - Fish tacos - Seafood Near Me - Bainbridge Island, Washington

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I was visiting Bainbridge island and I knew that I wanted to try fish and chips, and this establishment came highly recommended on yelp. The restaurant is cute with both indoor and outdoor seating. You place your order at the counter and you find your own table. The cashier was friendly. The fish and chips portion size was huge and can easily feed two people. The fish was well seasoned and the batter was crispy and flavorful. The fries were sub par and didn't have much flavor or crunch. The mushy peas complemented the fried food well, and had a nice hint of mint. The fried oysters were ginormous! The batter was different than the fish batter, but it was also well seasoned and crispy. The oysters themselves tasted quite fresh and were fried perfectly. The onion rings were pretty standard, but the portion size was also quite generous. My diagnosis: this is must visit restaurant for fish and chips on Bainbridge Island. Please take note that the portions are huge. read more

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I ordered online and picked up from the restaurant, as I was with a group doing fun things in the area. Similar to other reviews, this place is packed - there's a reason. I got there and waited before asking about my order (before my time was up), and the hostess had to tell me that it would still be a little while. It's not like things were slow, though. You can see where the meals are being prepared and the team is working -the only reason you wait for your meal is because they are getting so many orders. The reason they are getting so many orders is... Before I get there, we ordered a few things: two fish tacos, fish sandwich, the kids' fish and chips, and the fish bites. At first, I felt sticker shock, but as I saw plates delivered to tables, I realize - the size is commensurate with the cost. And then... Completely blown away. This is easily the best fish & chips I've ever had in my life, based on the quality of fish (okay, they have a clear geographic advantage), the cook, the batter...Holy ****! Even almost a week out, I can still think back at how heavenly that first bite was. Also, as the obligatory dad, I had to finish off a number of the meals - so I got to taste them all - each is WORTH trying. The batter for the fish is light and buttery, works so well with what they've made. The toppings for the fish tacos and the fish sandwich (the tacos or ciabatta, cabbage, sauce) - well-balanced and rewarding. The batter for the fish bites - seasoned differently. The chips (steak fries for the less cultured) - a perfect complement to the fish - had I only had a sandwich, I would have been very happy. And now, the context - we were having a rough afternoon. This took us beyond baseline and sent us into the clouds - saved our time. read more