It was very hot made to order, very crisp. Not bad but have had better. Batter had a tendency to…read morefall off the fish. Chips were good.

I stumbled upon Benes while searching for the best chippy to get my deep-fried fix in. In good ol'…read moreScottish fashion, they deep-fry just about anything you can imagine: fish, chicken nuggets, pies, haggis, sausage, ribs, pizza, and so on. You get the point. One item that's not listed on their menu, although it really ought to be, is the deep-fried Mars bar. According to MyFitnessPal, this tiny snack will tax your body a whopping 600 calories! Worth only £2.50 a piece, it probably deserves a medal for such a stellar calorie-to-price ratio.

Great fish and chips. If it's a nice day there's a little bench you can sit on and watch the sea.read more

I was in a few nights ago, and got talking to the staff, a couple of nice wee old ladies. They…read morecouldn't be nicer. I did comment about the price and they gave me a reasonable answer - the quality of the food they get is expensive. They told me that over Christmas they had a good time in Edinburgh, and were selling fish for nearly £8! I was shocked - as they seemed to be - but upon trying it was worth every penny! I have been to other chippies, plaid similar prices and got less. I don't know where everyone else went, but it was not here. The batter was gorgeous and the fish was the size of a whale! Anyway - if you like high quality food that are a joy for your taste buds, fanatic service (with a bit of decent conversation as well) and all for a decent price - go now where else bar Alanda's! It's the best... by miles!

We visited after seeing a video from a travel blogger on YouTube, and we really appreciate her…read morerecommendation. The restaurant has a lovely atmosphere, delicious food, and prompt, friendly service. Battered haddock: Easily the best fish & chips I've ever eaten, beating out places I've tried in both London and Australia. The batter was super crispy and non-greasy, the fish was thick and meaty, and the chips were cut to perfection. Mushy peas: not quite steamed peas, but not quite pea soup either. I liked them, though they felt a bit heavy for May and seem better suited for winter. Haggis: If you're sensitive to gamey flavors, run away from it. It was rich and deeply gamey, coated in a light batter. It came with homemade beetroot ketchup, apparently a UK staple, which complemented it nicely. Pickled onions: The only letdown of the meal. You just get two small, un-sliced onions that barely tasted pickled. All in all, definitely worth a visit if in Edinburgh.

We recently spent two weeks in the UK, and by the time our final full day had arrived, I still…read morehadn't tried vegan fish and chips, so when I saw Bertie's was nearby, I decided that's what I wanted. It was super busy and full, but we were seated at a table in the corner rather quickly, and since we already knew what we wanted (vegan fish and chips for me, a veggie burger for my son), we ordered, and the food came relatively quickly. My son liked his burger, but the fish and chips? A total disappointment. The "fish" was clearly a premade option from the store, and it was so dense and hard that I could barely finish it. The chips were fine but no flavor so I needed to add salt. The plus was the vegan tartar, which tasted quite good. And of course, I added vinegar. But I was bummed that the ketchup and mayo was in little Heinz packets instead of bottles. This is so unnecessarily wasteful and also kind of a pain to constantly be opening and squeezing them. Our service was friendly and quick, so that's great, but everything else was pretty meh, and to be honest, I don't think I'd come back here.

Chips were old and stale. Fish was good. Expected better overall. Apparently it's a local favorite…read morethough and that's fine but not for me.

Very very nice family business. Happy people since I like happy people. First time in Scotland and…read morefirst time having fish in chips here, not even tried in Edinbugh. BEST for what I think. Doesn't taste like frozen haddock

Great little fish and chippy right on the prom. The cafe is owned by a Chinese family and they are…read moreso welcoming and friendly it's worth a visit just to meet them :-) We took my Gran here for fish and chips last summer and she's still raving to all her little friends how good it is.

This is probably one of the best places to have traditional fish and chips in Edinburgh. Get the…read more"Fish Tea" it comes with a pot of tea and bread. The food is cooked fresh and tastes great. The cafe has kept its traditional interior and there is a splendid view of the Portobello beach and seafront. The staff are so very friendly and we felt most welcome. I can really recommend it for all age-groups (we were a family group of grandparents, children and parents)

This is the worst thing that has ever happened to me. The Golden Bite has ruined fish and chips for…read moreme forever. Because I will never - EVER - find a fish supper superior, or perhaps even equal, to the one I had this weekend from the Golden Bite. I travelled to Portobello with Moray L on the express mission of trying the legendary Bite Of Gold after reading Justin G's review, and we were the first ones in when the doors opened at 16:45. The man who greeted us over the counter could not have been happier if he had been a dog in a field full of squirrels. It doesn't seem an exaggeration to say that I suspect frying fish has been his lifelong passion. Because we were so early, we got the first haddock to go into the fryer - clean, white haddock of gobsmacking, Jonah-swallowing proportions which the chap wobbled at us playfully before setting about the battering and frying. At this point - minutes after the doors opened - the shop filled. I mean it properly filled. I know not how many of these were pilgrims like us, and how many were locals, but it's clear that the reputation of The Golden Bite's fish suppers is widely renowned. I was reaching five stars simply from the cleanliness, the rich frying smell, and the chap's jollity before I'd even put anything in my mouth, and when a small girl entered and he pulled down a teddy bear to wave at her, I was smitten with the place entirely. But the food. The food. The proof of the poisson is in the eating. Oh. My. Wrapped lovingly in paper and carried down reverently to the seafront for consumption, these piscine Midas fillets were battered to crispy perfection, but still with the softer underside that makes a fish supper truly sensational. The chips - proper chip shop chips - were glorious and plentiful, but not so numerous as to prevent one from finishing the lustrous, luscious fishywishy that so enchanted both me and Moray. I need to go back. No, you don't understand. I NEED to go back. Now. And I don't think I will ever love a fish supper in quite the same way that I love the Golden Bite's.

A great chip shop that can be found in the Main Street in Portobello…read more Run by Italian husband and wife team serving freshly prepared pizzas, jacket potatoes, I even spotted a battered ribeye steak in the hot display cabinet as well as the famous fish and chips that are cooked to order, for me that is a really good sign of a well run chip shop where the food is fresh and not sitting in a hot box for ages. Crispy batter and cooked just right. I did notice that a plastic sheet A5 size was placed on top of the fish to stop it from sticking to the paper what a great idea, this shop is a must for anyone passing by

If you have ever been to Portobello beach you will know this place. Its the place you walk by on…read moreyour way to the beach house for a posh hot drink , you know, that chippy with the yellow sign, all run down.. the place you have thought to yourself every time you see it "you wouldnt catch me dead in there" It looks rough, gritty, greasy. Know the one? Well I did the norm and walked by to go to the beach house (great spot!) it was full.. no tables.. and the kids needed to get out of the cold so I thought "what the hey, Ill poke my nose in the chippy and warm up" . Its as run down inside as it is out. I has an authentic feel to it.. one that says "get out". But the guy was nice so I thought Id give it a try .. knowing Id regret it.. but it was cold outside and the beach house was full.. this place was empty. The Kids soon found the toys in the corner.. "that's thoughtful", I thought. The menus came out and there were 4 choices of fresh fish! That was a surprise. The friendly waitress explained the dishes.. fish and chips!! Whats to explain.. well lots it turns out. I made my choice and in good time my order came.. only the best fish and chips in Edinburgh!! As I ate ..astonished with every mouthfull, the owner came to my table to check how the food was!! Is this a fish and chips shop or a fancy restaurant? He gave me a welcome and explained he was the new owner and had big plans for the place once some money/customers come in. I finished the meal and he came over to see if I wanted more. I got the impression he was offering more for free but I was stuffed. I just got a coffee. The coffee was great, not as nice as the beach house but it was half the price. The kids packed up the toys and the owner gave them a free ice cream! each. I was so wrong about this place.. its not what it seems.. its really nice! I recommend trying it.

Great ambience with historic brick features Bar service was…read moregreat - old fashioned highly recommended Charcuterie is a good choice

After seeing the high reviews on Yelp, I decided to make a reservation for this restaurant. We…read moretrekked up the steps of Advocate's Close to get there. When we arrived at noon (opening time), the restaurant wasn't too busy. There is an impressive bar downstairs with many whiskies. We were led upstairs to the dining area. There is outdoor dining too that would be nice if the weather was warmer. Cool vibe, but it is kind of dark inside the stone walls. The menu is Scottish-focused with seasonal ingredients. We didn't want to overeat, so we decided to share a starter and a main. We got the Scottish venison fritters, which were ok. We enjoyed the pappardelle pasta (roast pumpkin and pecorino sauce, wild mushrooms, spinach, bacon and poppy seed crumb, crispy sage). It was flavorful and didn't feel too heavy. Staff were friendly and it was an enjoyable lunch.

Quite literally astounding…read more I know this is the best white pudding I've ever had. And I do like my white puddings. The chips are wonderfully cooked, and the fish (I'm told) is excellent. The interior doesn't look much. But then again, how good is the inside of a chippy supposed to look? The portions are a good size, but if you're like me an extra chips will do down well (and still be dead cheap). Avoid going at 6pm on Sundays as the queue is halfway down the street.

Whereas the Anstruther Fish Bar wins all the accolades, I must say I prefer the Pittenweem chippy…read more The fish is the best - thick pieces of haddock in the best imaginable batter. If you wander 30 or so feet down to the harbour you'll see where they get the catch every day. This place looks as if it hasn't changed in about 70 years! Absolutely no frills. This is a chippy so no prawn cocktail or scampi, just fantastic fish and chips. Queues outside prove the popularity - prepare to wait, especially on a Saturday night. We drive through from the Glasgow area, (2 hour drive) get a fish supper and sit on the shore walls looking out to sea in the most picturesque surroundings (and we don't have to dodge the seagulls).

Love this chippy. You'll wait a little bit, which means everything is fresh and piping hot when you…read moreget it. The fish supper usually has two pieces of fish, so you could get one fish supper between two people pretty much. The fritters are also really good and worth trying. Get the sauce on the side (or buy a wee bottle) so your batter doesn't get soggy, and sit in your car in the back car park to eat it as fresh as it comes. Don't forget the pickled onions :-)

I sometimes get food from here and it's really good fish and chips, 11/10, would recommend, the…read morefact that there is a lot of fish and chips places like this, this is potentially one of the best I've been to, it was really great, and it's definitely the best in falkirk