So this is not a place you go because you like the decor. The inside is pretty sparse, but functional, and clean. You go here because of the food and the service. Everything is really fresh, and made to order. The fish is freshly battered (so are the shrimp), and the portions are great. I also recommend the burgers, they are not anything crazy gourmet, but they are fresh, and for only a little more than the place with the arches down the road, you get something that you know is real, freshly prepared, and on an amazing bun. The chicken tenders are the only thing that's just kinda OK, but only because they don't make them in-house. They work for a picky kid, but otherwise stick with the other stuff on the menu. I haven't tried the pies, but they are freshly made there too. There is also a little assortment of British food and candy there, which might be something a little fun that you don't normally find here. Not a great spot to bring a big group, but very worth stopping in if you want a quick bite while you are passing through downtown Bennington. read more

I generally try to avoid fried food, but I had heard so many good things about Lil Britain that I had to try it. We ordered the fish combo for a late lunch, picked it up and enjoyed it at home. The fried shrimp, clam strips, scallops and I believe haddock were heavily breaded with a tasty batter and golden brown. The fish tasted good and was not greasy. The French fries were plentiful and delicious. The two sides we got, Cole slaw and pickled beets were very good. Price was reasonable. Preparation time was quick and the meal was very satisfying. While I prefer my fish broiled or baked this fried meal was a treat and I can unhesitatingly recommend the restaurant. The fact that you can order by phone, park behind the restaurant and they will bring your order to you is a great convenience. I would like to comment on ambience but in my case, it was the interior of my car. read more

Tiny little whole in the wall with very simple utilitarian decor inside and the expected British themed wall hangings and even a ref phone booth. I just got the standard fish and chips. They were made to order and so delicious. Some of the best I've ever had. Service was good. I only wish they seved a nice ale to accompany the meal. Will definitely be back! read more

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The best meal I have ever had. When me and my significant other want fish, they're always the first ones that come to mind. We enjoy their fish. It is so crispy not greasy and don't get me started on the gravy. We prefer to sometimes do the mashed potatoes over the chips, which are just as fantastic. You can't go wrong with anything that you order from Little Britain's. read more

I had the clams with fries. It was excellent. Service was exceptional. Will order again.

Two orders of fish and chips. Perfect. Mushy peas were just bragging. It's been too long since I had malt vinegar on fries. Thank you.

Great food! Fun decor in this little dine in or carry out restaurant. Parking lot across the street. We ordered ahead and it was ready for sit down when we arrived. read more

Lil' Britain - Food and red London phone booth - British Near Me - Bennington, Vermont

Gluten free fish and chips! YES. you heard me! Truly an amazing find! So delish! I will certainly be back!

Fish, chips and curry sauce. Portion size was decent, fish tasted fresh and the batter was tasty. Quick service and a small variety of British candy to boot. read more

Lil' Britain - British Near Me - Bennington, Vermont

Great little find with nice people, good food and an obviously dedicated customer base. Every table was full and several customers were very disappointed that they were out of their signature mushy peas. So the chef jumped into action and made more! We had fish, shrimp and the scallops which I thought were exceptional. For something a little different and a lot delicious, try Lil' Britain! read more

Very good food, breading is very crisp and tasty! Service is great, fast and polite.

Was headed from NY to NH for work and stopped in Bennington for lunch. Searched out some gluten free options and found Lil' Britain. Fish fry was so good! It's hard to find good gluten free batter around the capital district, and I can't wait to get back up to VT for more! read more

Lil' Britain - Gluten Free Fish 'n' Chips (Small Order) - British Near Me - Bennington, Vermont

Nice place to stop in and get some fish and chips. Nice service Clean restaurant Had to stop in after just getting back from London read more

Lil' Britain - plate of fish and chips - British Near Me - Bennington, Vermont

I love fish and chips. I have ordered fish and chips while traveling wherever I go it seem like Bennington would not be the greatest place in the world for fish and chips considering how far it is away from the ocean, but you would be wrong if you made that assumption because this place has like the best fish and chips ever it's better than any place I've ever been in my life even places right by the ocean doesn't matter They could be in the ocean you could be at a fish's house and they could serve a fish and chips and this one would be better I would bet. read more

I would prefer to eat my food at the table i paid additional cost to enjoy it. Again as i have mentioned in other reviews this has nothing to do with those that service the customers nor the patrons that frequent visit but when you charge a certain amount there are additional cost pushed on the customer for a reason. The food was done very well, the large portion was defiantly enough food. The chips were not exactly great but they were not bad. The large chicken fingers was plenty. Sooo good The fish was perfectly breaded and flaky. I wish i had the chance to use some HP but maybe when the dining area opens up again. From the outside window it appears to be a nice fun entreating little dining area. As some of you may know this is not available, its rather a bit confusing as there is two areas to pickup food or is that pay then pickup.... Not sure. Then when trying to pay over the phone i was asked for my credit card number, um haven't done that one before and wasn't going to start. So when i said i was paying cash they wanted to know if i was paying exact or if i needed change. I mention that I would need change but in the end i told them to keep it as i wanted the staff to have something for doing all this extra unnecessary steps that are not required. The majority of the restaurants and shops in Bennington are not performing these kinds of measures anymore except for the Chinese's food restaurant on main. Closing this little gem in Ben is putting out some great food but at nearly $15 a head its not worth my trouble eating it in my car or on a park bench. Please consider opening the dining area . read more

Lil' Britain - Pickup window no eating inside... - British Near Me - Bennington, Vermont

Great place good service!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Great food love the Cole slaw. Fish and chips is our favorite.

Fantastic fish and chips. Super flakey, moist. Baggers (sausage) and chips was also good. Be prepared to wait 20 min for food to be prepared but you can tell it is fresh and small local place, 6 tables total. Cheap prices. Keep up the good work. Recommendation would be to look into updating the British flag awning in front it is showing age and would catch more folks eye. read more

Yummy and quick when you call in the order. Kind service! I like the bangers and mash and burgers and fish and chips !! And I like the prices. read more

We had fish and chips in England but this was better! The portions were perfect, the fish was cooked well and came out piping hot and the coating was crisp. Fries were crispy and the coleslaw was nice. All in all it was a very pleasant experience. We tried the root beer which I really liked as well although some might find it a little sweet. The place had a lot of British kitsch and although it is a small shop it was clean and the hostess was very pleasant. Food came out quickly too. We will definitely go back again! read more

Been here a few times food were fresh. No dine in just pick up as of this time. The old lady that I take care of loves the fish and chips, shrimp and chicken tenders. Will try the burger next time someone said it's good. Must try! read more

Delicious! The fried fish is my favorite; it always is fresh tasting. They must change their oil frequently.

This is hands down the best fried fish in all of Vermont. If you don't stop here you will regret it, Nathan is the best.

Best ever Fish and chips, shrimp, clamstrips, scallops. All-around delicious food. I recommend this place to everybody.

Delicious fish and chips! Crisp and tasty batter. The mushy peas are excellent. I was less fond of the chicken pasty, but that's okay when the fish and chips and mushy peas are fantabulous! read more

This is likely my third or fourth visit in the last thirty years since moving over from England. Past visits, and that includes when the shop was owned by ex pat's have been excellent and the food was authentic. Today however the experience was mediocre. The fish was acceptable but the chips were dark and they were not tasteful the way British chips are and the usual way Li'l Britain have presented them. Service is hard to quantify because apart from the assistant behind the counter taking the money, you have to discard your waste in garbage bins (recycle also) in the restaurant and situated near a table with chairs in the front window. Nice! The assistant didn't seem all that happy in her work. There's NO signage so you have to be told that you need to come to the front counter to choose your menu, order AND pay prior to receiving your meal - having just tipped at said counter after payment. I was going to bring my family over later this week to remind them of what we have been missing but I think I'll give it a miss. read more

Lil' Britain - British Near Me - Bennington, Vermont

Interesting little place for lunch. Had the MayFest Fish special. Couple pieces of fried haddock with fries. It was pretty good nice little restaurant with friendly staff. read more

Lil' Britain - British Near Me - Bennington, Vermont

Stop by there today. Always wanted to stop thought it was take out only. Not allot of tables but you can eat there. Had the fish and chips as well as my wife did. Very nice flavorful never been to England but I would think it would be like this and on a rainy day. Park across the street in the lot and walk across the street because there's no parking on the street. So now that I found that out I will stop more often when I'm in the area read more

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I like to give a restaurant 5 stars when it is excellent in its niche. Lil' Britain is all about traditional fish and chips, and it delivers! Yummy, fresh, crunchy fish and delicious British-style fries. I'll definitely visit again on my next trip through Bennington. read more

I'm sure most of you will discount my review for this little fact I'll put up front: I have never had the fish & chips. And this is quite obviously a fish & chips shop. That said, they have other stuff including innnnnnncredible burgers (the jalapeño burger is life changing). We've gotten takeout a few times and have loved it for both lunch and dinner. The curry sauce you can get with the fries is a nice change up from the usual ketchup/bbq sauce/mayo we usually reach for. I've never eaten in the shop, only gotten takeout but the space is bright and clean with no frills except a big, red phone booth. They have candy from across the pond for sale and a cooler with drinks. Staff is always friendly, both over the phone and in person. They ask if you need plastic ware which is nice. I always get annoyed when I go pick up takeout and get a bunch only to throw it out. Definitely a worthy spot on the Bennington lunch/dinner circuit. It's tucked right off the Four Corners so it's super accessible and there is street and free lot parking all around! read more

It is so rare that a restaurant lives up to your expectations. Amazing fish and chips, bangers and burger. Highly recommend the curry sauce. Service was extraordinarily good: take out brought to my car. Only improvement I wish to suggest is for their own benefit: the shop looks closer from the front. I would have gone here 4-5 times already if I knew they were opened. Shop looks permanently closed from the street. They should have a placard and I'm sure they would have a jump in business. read more

The curry was awesome! Everything was good. Would definitely go again. The fish was a nice portion.

I would give 3.5 but not an option only because the mash on bangers and mash were instant. Otherwise, fish and chips were tasty and good portion / value. read more

we stopped in here for a late lunch while visiting tourist sites in Bennington VT The buildout is spare and utile. It has a window that looks out on a park, but the tables and chairs are not much. there are no waiters and you order at a counter and then one person from behind brings food to you. The food is the star here. The menu is straight up british fare, fish and chips, and the like. We had very standard such plates, and they were excellent, modestly priced, and very good. The restaurant is located in the downtown, also a plus. So, food five stars, ambience 3 stars, overall 4 stars. read more

Good food at good prices. Love the shrimp in the platter. Very fast service. And friendly.

FANTASTIC! the best food that we found in Bennington. we never eat fried foods and we did have upset stomachs from our fish and chips but that is mainly becase we all ate EVERY BITE of our meals and that's a lot of fried food for people that Never eat it.. Delicious in every bite, authentic British fish and chips, I wanted to kiss the cook...can't wait to go back..parking is a bit of a pain but worth it...LOVE IT! 5 stars because they don't have 10 read more

Craving fish n chips but stuck stateside? Head to Lil Britain to get your fix. Crispy beer battered cod fillets await you in an unassuming cafe. Try their house sodas....I really enjoyed their cream soda. I would steer clear of the fish taco since it isn't really authentic with chewy flour tortillas dwarfing the fish laying on a coleslaw bed with Pico de Gallo on the side. Just stick to their themed cuisine and you can't go wrong. read more

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Very reminiscent of a typical "take away" fish and chips spot anywhere in England. Although we really liked the batter a lot - beer batter style not breadcrumbs- The seafood is frozen and we could tell straightaway. However the fish was good but the scallops & shrimp, not so much. The chips were hot and crunchy. And the tartar sauce was tangy and really good! Prices are on the higher side. Limited British style retail and specialty sodas. Limited seating. Average service. read more

Yum! Nailed it! The place was SPOTLESS clean, much appreciated. The service was friendly and warm, and they asked how we liked things after we ate, which was so nice. The fish was perfect, tender, flavorful, nice batter, cooked to just the right color and crispness. I took the tartar sauce and cocktail sauce just to try them, but the fish is so good it stood alone with a splash of malt vinegar. Superior fries. Loved that they bottled their own label sodas. I had a little pickled cucumber salad on the side which was just right to cut the hot fish and chips, refreshing. Would go back anytime. read more

Great fish chips. Quick service. Good value. Good quantity of food. Friendly people. Lives up to it's rating!

The food is Fabulous! Love the fish 'n chips! Fresh and tasty!