An old-school, no-frills South London chippy institution beloved by cabbies and tourists alike for its massive portions and quirky complimentary starters.
Ordering Strategy
Portions here are huge. You can easily share a main course or combo platter, and be careful not to fill up too early on the complimentary starters.
What to order
Battered Cod and Chips
A favorite of London cabbies, this dish features fish delivered fresh from Billingsgate Market encased in a 'dark, dense batter' that is 'extra crunchy.' Critics suggest detaching the batter to savor it separately while smearing mushy peas over the flaky fish.
Superbites
This signature platter encompasses the full variety of the daily catch mentioned by critics—including cod, haddock, plaice, huss, and rock salmon—providing a mammoth portion of Billingsgate's best.
Free Prawns and Pickles
A unique house tradition where diners are served a complimentary plate of sweet prawns alongside 'lovely tasty pickles,' specifically a large white onion and a sweet gherkin, before the main course arrives.
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Signal Score
Signal score reflects how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.
Top critic: Ben McCormack, David Ellis, Josh Barrie (90%)
Editorial Weight 57 pts
Authority + depth + recency
Agreement 9 pts
How aligned the critics are
Coverage 10 pts
How many real review signals exist
Public Signal 11 pts
Google rating + volume
Boosts 0 pts
Manual boosts + hidden gem
Review signals
1 Elite · 1 Editorial · 5 total signals
Public signal
4.5★ (1,800 reviews)
Good to know
Every sit-down meal comes with a complimentary spread of shell-on prawns, pickles, and bread and butter. If you're in a rush or want to save money, they have a dedicated takeaway hatch with lower prices.
Locations
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