John dory's is legit out the gate ay - so mean and it feels real good, snapper burger is hot fire…read morehigh quality - sushi is amazing, Donburi is amazing everything is next level ridiculously fantastic, I can hardly contain myself even just thinking of those delicious tasty burgers, get around it immediately

For the price, their fish and chips certainly ain't bad. But, if you want something better, walk a…read morecouple doors down to Fishsmith. It will definitely cost you a tad bit more, but it is well worth it. Otherwise, if you want to make it one stop and get the best bang for your buck, I would opt for the Battered Snapper. The batter wasn't overwhelming and it is certainly a lot better than most of the fish and chips places I had back in the states. What you definitely should order at John Dory's is their sushi - specifically, the salmon sashimi. At $16.50 for their large, it came with a good helping of salmon sashimi with a layer or slaw and rice underneath. The salmon was super fresh and their rice really tasted like authentic sushi rice. It meshed together really well with the slaw. Tip: BYO by buying a bottle of beer/wine next door to go with your meal - definitely well worth it!

They provide exceptional foods for the price they charge. It feels more like a takeaway then a…read morerestaurant. They only do lunch from Friday till Sunday. Otherwise it's dinner only. The lemon salt they sprinkle on the crispy battered fish is Devine. It's just a shame that you gotta pay for vinegar at a fish and chip shop. But I suppose they do give you enough lemon to sour everything. ;-)

I love fish and chips, and since I heard NZ was famous for them, I was eager to try somewhere! I'm…read moresure there must be fish and chips closer to home, but sadly, if there are they aren't on Yelp yet, so I decided to go for a bit of a walk to the Ancient Mariner. I was a bit surprised to discover there was minimal seating indoors, although I'm not really sure why, since I've not dined in at many fish shops. The seating was small shippy-things (I'm a bit of a landlubber, so am not sure of their technical term) around large barrels. They were quite uncomfortable to sit on, but since we didn't want to walk all the way home with cold fish, sit on them we did. My husband and I shared two pieces of snapper and chips, with some malt vinegar. And oh god, it was delicious. The fish was amazing - fleshy and white and great flavour, and the batter was the perfect thickness and seasoned with lemon pepper (I think). Chips were chunky and crunchy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside. I'll definitely be back here - even if I have to perch on an uncomfortable piece of ship furniture to do so!

Right, the lo down. Kiwi who has been living in New York for way too long. Returns home. Eats…read moreFish'n'Chips for two weeks around the country. There was good and there was average and there was terrible. .. then there was Catch 22. The best fresh snapper and chips I have had. The best. Light fluffy batter, chips with that perfect salty crunch on the outside and pillow soft potato on the inside. I love my fish'n'chips and these were simply the best. Splash out and get the snapper, you won't be disappointed. If you are, really, what's wrong with you people! You should complete the process by sitting on the waterfront and attacking the seagulls who come near with sticks, the bugga's. I would fly back just to get some more (fish'n'chips, not the seagulls)

This must be the worst fish chips in Auckland or NZ ...every thing is over cooked and over priced…read moreand the staff can't understand a word of English ..!,sorry one star ,,

When you charge $7.90 for a piece of fish can you please make sure it don't smell like fish bait…read more The salt and pepper squid, yeah, there to disguise the fact it is fish bait. Burgers, just gross. Recommend a quick inspection before you eat them. The 1 star is for the drinks out of the fridge as they were cold. We don't recommend and will never go back. ABSOLUTELY DISGUSTED, come on its just fish and chips for god sake!

Off the main drag in St Heliers, it is worth going for the walk around the block of shops to find…read morethis place. As somewhat a fish and chip connoisseur (I've definitely reviewed a few of them), I can say they do seriously good fish and chips. I'm pretty sure I visited it twice in a week once. So they are right when they say "One visit and you'll be hooked". There is so much more than fish and chips here too, with delicious looking salads, fish cakes, gourmet burgers, even ready made meals like seafood chowder are available. I remember there were some really recent magazines available to look at while waiting for your order too. Once you've got your order, why not eat it down at the beach? It'd be rude not to!

Amazing food and service! The vege burger was my favorite. I will be back next time I'm in town!read more

Greenwoods Fresh Catch had recently been on Campbell Live for winning the Best Chip Shop for 2013…read moreso I had to try it. A recording of the Campbell Live episode is on a loop on the TV whilst you wait. Owner and Ex top Chef Thomas Ng says "Fresh chips are soft and there is more chance to absorb oil. When frozen chips hit the right temperature they seal all around and less oil can get in." The fare is served in a cardboard tray and the fish comes with a wedge of lemon and of course with a big smile. However on getting home, I did agree the chips were great although no better than the best I have eaten from other establishments. The fish however I felt was greasy and coated in too thicker batter. Yes the service is friendly and the joint very clean but I wouldn't rush back for just the chips given I didn't love the fish and they don't make burgers.

It is very understated, but the fish sandwich for its price was outstanding. Fresh fish. Fresh…read moresalad. Great roll. Just the right amount of tartar sauce. Highly recommend

I remember the first time I had fish and chips from Sea Food and Eat It. I must've been all of 9…read moreyears old, and thought they were the best thing I'd EVER eaten! It was the little black bits on the chips, that's what did it. I later learned this was lemon pepper - and what a revelation, what a delicious revelation. Today, they still do lemon pepper chips, as well as all the usual fare. The burgers are big and hard to eat (just like they should be). The fish is usually fresh and they do a nice selection of battered seafood ie. mussels and oysters. There are tables outside to enjoy your takeaways, otherwise head down to the Mahurangi River and share your chippies with the ducks.

These guys are the best! Troy and the staff were fantastic and the food is legendary. Highly…read morerecommend!

Lovely food and good price. Highly enjoyable and very yummy…read more Good service. No comment re ambiance as I usually order via Uber eats

I was walking to the Urban Sanctuary along the bay so I looked for good restaurants in the area…read more This restaurant had great reviews and a high overall ranking. The dining tables were filthy and the whole time I was there they were not cleaned. I had the grilled snapper which wasn't bad but didn't overcome being served on disgusting, dirty tables and the topper was there are no bathrooms since the upstairs dining area is closed.

good fish and chips, quick service. a little divey but ive found those to be the best bang for your…read morebuck! pleased with my meal