The place is under new ownership, the food was great. Ordered 2 Flounder and chips with Hush Puppies. The food was amazing, they do make you season your own food after it comes out of the fryer (salt, pepper, old bay, tartar, etc. the service is your typical walk up and order, the place is really tiny so finding a place to sit is pretty much impossible. Definitely worth the visit even if it's not in the greatest area. Food was fantastic. read more

Walked in this 100 degree weather to get some whitey fish.getting home to cook the fish..and smell hits you fish was spoiled and I have feeling they knew it.and sold it anyway...will not be going back read more

We wanted to have some take out seafood by the park and yelped the location. The staff very welcoming and friendly; They had a variety selection of steamed and fried combinations. Or if you like pick the fish and they'll make it for you the way you like it. We had the steamed jumbo shrimp and vegetables ( not from the menu but picked out); steamed catfish and tilapia with vegetables; and fried tilapia and fries. Just note you'll have to wait ~15 min for the steamed meals, which is worth it. Our meals was fresh and tasty. The pricing was very reasonable. read more

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I always stop at Main St. Fish & Chip when I'm in hempstead, NY. This "hole in a wall" joint is the definition of "hood spot with good food" I often get the steamed crab legs, & the container of broccoli, corn, carrots & onions. The restaurant add potatoes at no additional cost. This usual ranges from $26-$30 depending on the weight of the crab legs. More legs = mo money. But so worth it. The food is usual ready between 15-20mins. They season it with adobo, old bay & black pepper. Then when the food is ready you have the option to top it off with butter and lemon juice at no additional cost. This is a fish market so you have other options such as snapper, filet, clams, mussels, lobsters. Can be done steamed or fried. read more

Main St. Fish & Chip - Fish & Chips Near Me - Hempstead, New York

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It's been years since I've eaten here I used to work down the street from this restaurant,always loved their fried Whiting sandwiches. So today I decided to check it out again. The place is also a fresh fish and seafood market. Place was very clean the counter staff was friendly and helpful offering both fried and steamed seafood dishes. I ordered my fried whiting sandwich along with other decadent and delicious fried seafood delight's. (Catfish shrimp and scallops) everything was delicious the wedding brought back memories I don't know if the same folks on this place but it's still a good bargain. I recommend you give it a try' read more

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Giving this place 5 stars because it is the only fish spot in the area (that I've known of in the past 5 years) that steams and fries seafood. It's also the closest thing than the fish spots in the Bronx and Harlem that I'm used to. I've been coming here for years and the two ladies are always very nice and accommodating by giving you whatever fixin's you want. My go to is the 20 shrimp steamed with broccoli, corn, and potatoes (I'll add some salmon and clams if i'm feeling fancy...or greedy). AND 2 fried crab sticks. The wait is abouuuut 15 minutes for the steamer and 10 for the fryer. They also have a large selection of fish and live crabs and the place NEVER smells disgusting. read more

Main St. Fish & Chip - I tried my best for this pic - Fish & Chips Near Me - Hempstead, New York

if you're in the mood for some fried seafood this is not the place to go. The seafood isn't fresh, and taste like processed food and they don't fully cook the fries. I was very disappointed and they've gone up in price. read more

Be prepared...it can be chaotic inside. Patrons lining the service counter, two deep, deep fryers sizzling, order taker shouting out, total confusion over where the line begins and ends. Great fun. And, great food at an unbeatable price, yeah! Study that menu board and when "next person to order" is announced, speak up - just order by number of if you forgot the number, just describe it and she'll tell you what number you want. Watch it cooked before your very eyes. Your food is then proudly presented to you with the container open for your approval, as well as to allow you to avail yourself of any salt, seasonings, ketchup, tartar sauce, or fresh lemons you may want to throw in there. Small containers (with lids) are available to help yourself if you want your tartar on the side. Pay the lady, gather up your goodies and be gone! For all intents and purposes, it's a takeout joint. It would be possible, I suppose, for as many as four people to actually park themselves and eat on the premises; that is, if you don't mind sitting on a backless stool and eating at a 10 inch counter, while hungry customers mill around knocking into you. Everyone is very polite though, the patrons understand that the place is small and tight, but worth the struggle. You get an insanely large portion for an insanely cheap price. Happy are we, that we could drive the food home hot in less than five minutes. It doesn't get much fresher than this, and you can get pretty much anything that swims in the sea, fried OR steamed -- or raw to take home and cook yourself. If you're jonesin' for a fish fry, hit this place up pronto. read more

Love the fried shrimp, scallops and salmon. They make it fresh and well seasoned. i would recommend for anyone loooing for quick fresh seafood read more

I tried this place out because I was in the area and I wanted fish & chips. I turned to yelp and this was the closest place so I called in and ordered whiting fish & chips and a whiting fish sandwich. The price was just right and my order was ready in 15 minutes like stated. The food was great! The fish sandwich was for my grandma and I shared a little with my mom and my aunt. We all enjoyed it. The only annoying part is that Main Street is busy and if you do find a space in the front, it's metered parking. read more

Solid seafood spot. You can get steamed seafood and veggies. You can also get all your fried faves. I wish pricing was a but cheaper but otherwise great for seafood read more

Best fish spot in Hempstead, and for those to whom it applies.......they take EBT cards. Been coming here since I was a kid and there's only been two owners. Try it out. read more

This place has been a staple in this community for as long as I can remember. The fish is always fresh and the service is quick and polite. Their fried whiting sandwiches are amazing! (On whole wheat bread, of course) Now they steam whatever seafood you like on a container right on the spot. You choose your veggies and they add the seasonings of your choice. You MUST try if you're passing by on the Southern State. I think I'm going to stop by the rightch now! read more

I really do not understand the hype about this place. I went there today for the 1st time. DISAPPOINTED. I thought that finally I would have a fish fry place close to home but... I ordered the fried whiting sandwich which comes w/ 3 pcs of fish (not very big but you get what you pay for). I have to agree with another reviewer, the batter was VERY BLAND with a funny taste to it. I do not understand this as there are literally shelves of seasoned fish fry a few feet away. I started to wonder if their whiting was frozen, it was grey-ish and did not taste like it was fresh caught. I asked the woman (who was very nice) if the place is usually crowded. I don't know if she misunderstood me or if there was a slight language barrier but she said no. Hmm.. I shan't be back. Fresh, seasoned fish is what I would expect from a fish place. read more

Been going here for years. Their fish sandwiches are really good & filling. I only go here once and while now. It gets really chaotic at times and I noticed that there are new staff members. But I will continue to go here when I want something quick. read more

Love coming here when I'm in Nassau visiting my dad. Fish is fresh and well prepared. They have a huge selection of fried and steamed food on the menu and it is decently priced. read more

Main St. Fish & Chip - Taking Whiting sandwiches over to grandmas - Fish & Chips Near Me - Hempstead, New York

A seafood extravaganza. You can order off the menu or choose from the fresh fish counter and have it cleaned and cooked while you wait. They both fry or steam. A constant line of costumers are always present. I love the DIY feel of this restaurant / market. I highly recommend. read more

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The fish isn't fresh u can smell it down the block some days . don't eat there regularly I wish it was better. Been in Hempstead over 30yrs. . read more

I have been going here since I was a little girl! Best Fish spot in Long Island! Wide range of seafood options. Always made fresh! Crab legssssss my fav! read more

This place is the bomb! It's clean and the ppl are so friendly there! The seasoning with the fish is good the place is clean! One of a kind!!! I highly recommend it to everyone who loves fish!!! read more

We have been coming here since 1990, and it still retains the same excellent food and service. A must go!

I really wanted a GOOD fish sandwich so I came here. Everyone seems to say that this is the best place to go for a fish sandwich so I took a leap and tried it. While waiting in line as my fish was cooking, I struck up a conversation with a young lady in line. She told me the BEST way to order food is to pick from the whole fish on ice, have them filet and clean it and then ask them to cook it in front of you. I didn't know that, I had simply ordered the food from the menu and trusted that they would provide me with a fresh & deliciously fried fish. Well....they cooked and packaged my sandwich. I must admit, I wasn't too crazy about the natter they use BUT the kicker was when I bit into the second piece of fish. I started GAGGING at the taste and texture. I could NOT swallow it at all!!! Something want right so I broke the fish in half and I immediately got sick to my stomach!!! The inside was gray and the texture was VERY WEIRD! It wasn't right! I'm posting a picture of what my catfish looked like. I know people rave about this place but Unfortunately I can not say that I am happy about this! read more

Main St. Fish & Chip - The inside of my fish was gray and had a jelly like texture.....NOT FRESH!!!!!!!!!! - Fish & Chips Near Me - Hempstead, New York

Best hidden gem in Hempstead. One day my co workers were eating their lunch, it looked and smelled delicious. They had ordered the steamed plates from here. Next time they ordered, I ordered with them and wow was I blown away. Fresh and perfectly seasoned and cooked fish. They give huge portions for such a small price. Definitely a great lunch spot. Highly recommend! read more

This place always has a line. Get your fresh fish, fried fish or my favorite, Steamed seafood with vegetables. A fixture to the Main Street of the Village of Hempstead. read more

I always come here for my fish when I'm in the area . The seafood is always fresh and you def get more bang for your buck . It's always packed in here because the steamed and fried food taste great read more

Really good and not at all expensive. I live in queens and the spot I go to is 10 for steamed fish. Here it's about $7.50 for 2 pieces. Less fish than I'm used to but they make up for it with plenty of veggies potatoes and corn. Yummmm. The steamed flounder and whiting are my favs. read more

Love this place good food..it may be a tight inside good its worth it.. Steam and fried seafood is oh so good...

I finally discover this spot. Love it! The prices are insane low. It's really fresh and made very quickly. I will definitely come back again soon. It's a must to hit this place up! And they have fresh fish to buy.. read more

Felt it was hyped. I had the steamed flounder with veggies and 5 piece shrimp for $8.50. It was wayyyy too much veggies. The fish was not as tasty as I expected it wasn't flavorful enough. The place seemed busy. in the 15 minutes I was there maybe 5-6 people came and ordered. They also sell fresh fish which looked good and well priced. If you want awesome steamed fish go to Jamaica the fish spot! I might try again here once more with their fried fish before I dismiss the place off. read more