I think this must be one of the best fish and chips in the UK! I was last here 10 years ago and remembered it so fondly it was the first place on my itinerary for my latest trip. And it did not disappoint this time around! It was exactly as remembered. The battered haddock is so perfectly cooked and delicious. The chips are great too! read more

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This came highly recommended but we can't say it was any better or any worse than most local fish and chip shops. The upstairs was retro and packed. The gluten free batter was amazing, the other batter not so much. The Haddock tasted like Haddock - as it should. Gravy was a little too thick (Lancashire snobbery here). The mushy peas sensational! I started with a prawn cocktail which was as classic as I remember. The chips were, well just chips, nothing to rave about. The service was chaotic from our waitress. $25 squid each with tip and a drink. read more

This is by far, the best fish and chip restaurant and takeaway I've visited in Leeds! The restaurant is cosy, and nicely done out, the staff are always friendly, and I love the fact it's waitress service. The fish and chips are both absolutely gorgeous!.. easily the best fish and chips I've ever had the pleasure of tasting! The batter is not too soggy, and the fish tastes perfect! The chips are also very good.. crispy on the outside, and fluffy inside. This place is also licensed, so if you fancy a beer with your fish and chips instead of tea or coffee, then this will suit you. I think the prices are very reasonable for what you get on your plate. In summer when I've gone with family, we've often walked down to the river, and eaten them on the benches down there. It's a lovely setting. They also do starters like prawn cocktail, and puddings. All in all, I just don't think you could fault this place.. it's my favourite place for fish and chips. read more

Another in this wonderful fish and chip chain (I believe it is the first). Great fish and chips and well organised response to the covid rules and regulations. read more

After being recommended as The Best Fish and Chip Shop, I was happy to try it out for a Chip Butty. Fortunately - as with other Chippie's it is "unfortunately" - the combined aromas of both the fish and chips had me get both. The welcoming atmosphere of the staff was beyond compare, as was the speedy service. One personal note: Having visited here early, there was a short wait for my order, as you can understand, the preparation time is the key to having a delicious meal. The Fish & Chips are absolutely amazing, whether buying them from upstairs in their ambient restaurant or downstairs in the Take Away. Having used both of these quite often over the last 10+ with family and friends, it has become my regular. Being in the centre of Wetherby, one of the perfect places for footfall, as it is across from the Wetherby Bus Station - and Costa Coffee Shop, another favourite place to visit - there is rarely a time Wetherby Whaler is empty. Highly recommend to anyone visiting the town, whether on a day out to enjoy the riverside walks, or on business, you will not be disappointed. read more

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I know we've got good fish and chippies in abundance in Leeds. But, for many years now, my parents have made us make a pilgrimage for an "even better" version of our English classic. This pilgrimage, down the A1 to Wetherby, has been - over the years - on the whole, worth it. Recently, the chips haven't been up to their usual standards. I like my chips you see. And my scraps. They're more important than the fish for me, but not mum and dad who, asked for three words to describe the Wetherby Whaler to add to my reviewe said: "perfect bloody fish". I apologise for that language. But they really like the fish they get from the Wetherby Whaler. So, if like them, you like your fish - make the trip. Wetherby's a nice little spot, with a few good pubs to bob in for a sly shandy pre/post din-dins. The cost of fish and chips seems to go up and up. So be prepared to not get much change, if any, from a tenner if there's a couple of you. The restaurant's fine, but if it's a nice night - get them wrapped and wander down the hill to find a more scenic spot. Don't forget salt and vinegar, either. read more

Wetherby Whaler - Fish & Chips Near Me - Wetherby, XWY

Great fish and chips here in this bustling chippy. Nice people behind the counter and much of the food is freshly prepared so the batter doesn't go soggy and the chips are hot. Classic fish and chips with efficient service. Recommended. read more

The Wetherby Whaler in Wetherby is as good as a Fish 'n' chip shop can get. Look it up in the encyclopia - there should be a photo of the Whaler. It really is THAT good. Perfect, thick, crispy beer batter. Gorgeous, tasty, thick, dense, meaty fish that's really fresh and perfect. Chips are things of beauty to be relished with a splash of vinegar and a sprinkling of salt. Mushy peas are fantastic, full of flavour and just the right texture and consistency. Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant. There is a sit-down restaurant up-stairs, but the take out is just as good. Awesome. 11/10! read more

Always stop by the wetherby whaler when visiting family in the UK. Excellent fish and chips and very friendly service in the upstaris resturant. Went early to avoid a wait and when we came out people were lining all the way up the stairs to get in. excellent quality and worth the wait. read more

I grew up in Knaresborough and was often taken by my parents to the original Wetherby Whaler for a treat. Even though we had a very very good Fish and Chip shop in Knaresborough (Drakes) the trip was always well worth it. I was always of the opinion that the Wetherby Whaler served the best Fish and Chips in the world. I now live in LA and so did not have the opportunity to visit the Wetherby Whaler for well over a decade .. that is until I was able to return last week. I have to say that, even as favorable as they were, my childhood memories did not do the place justice. Every aspect of the meal was perfect, including the service in the upstairs restaurant. Still without a doubt the best Fish and Chips I have ever had. read more

I lived in wetherby for all of my childhoodborn and bred!! my favorite childhhood memory was walking down to sit by the river with my mum and grandma, feeding the ducks with fish and chips from the wetherby whaler. i now live in manchester and everytime i go back to wetherby i have to get fish and chips from there!! they are by far the best in the country. so fresh. the batter is clean and crispy! and the chips are to die for. amazing. read more

These are very good fish & chips, not the best - but I would say second best. We buy them and take them down to eat by the river. Very friendly staff here, always seems to be busy so no food kept waiting - have seen coaches drop people off to the restaurant attached so it must be popular. For some reason the Wetherby Whaler at Clifton Moor near York doesn't seem quite as good. read more

OK, so it's only Fish n Chips were talking about, But! I honestly believe these are the best I've tasted! Have been coming here for many years, I grew up here, I now live more than 1 hour away, but when in or around Wetherby and looking for Fish n Chips, no contest. They also have a cafe / restaurant upstairs. read more

Well worth a detour off the a1/m. great fish and chips plus they offer more than just the usual cod and haddock.

was not impressed dont cater for coelics and not good for vegitarians as its cooked in beef dripping i also found the chips pale i like a proper brown chip a wasted trip read more

nothing better than been able to go to your local chippy for fish n chips, then sitting down by the river to eat them, shame they dont still wrap em in newspaper though some how they always tasted better must have been the print after you covered your fish n chips with salt and vinegar. so yummy read more