We read the reviews on Yelp and decided that since we were in the neighbourhood, we would give this a try. We are from downtown Toronto and there are very few good (actually none) dedicated fish and chips stores. This place was located in what appeared to be a derelict strip plaza and we were hesitant to enter, but we were pleasantly surprised. There was a huge line up given that it was St. Patty's Day and also a Friday. We instantly knew that we were onto something! We entered the small dining room with one table taken with 4 elderly women. We knew this place had to be good with the line up and the women at the table. We both ordered halibut and chips from what appeared to be a very pleasant female Asian owner. It is definitely a family owned business as you can see the children and the husband all in the open kitchen. Very quickly our steaming fresh fried F&C's appeared! AYCE tartar sauce mimicked in the mustard bottle. Delicious home made (we think) cut fries and just melt-in-your-mouth batter for the halibut. A definite must! Don't let the exterior fool you! read more

Food - 4* Service - 4.5* Ambiance - 3.5* Foods great. This place has been around for years! Great people. Small family business. Halibut and other options are great! The chips are awesome. Place is large enough. It's not a trendy joint, it's a throwback to the old school - so why change it. Nice quiet place. If you want to try F&C for the 1st time or are in the area - Go! read more

hands down the best onion rings inna ghetto. the fish'n cheeps is good and the owner is awesome. read more

My friend and I stopped in for fish and chips. I had to use the restroom first. The restroom was so disgusting and smelled so bad I gave this place a miss. Wondering how they got the green health department pass sign. Wouldn't chance it. read more

My brother's been coming here for years for take-out, and I went for the first time with my family last week. Great! Good portions and good value. I'll be back with the family for sure! read more

I got the halibut and chips to go. The batter was light and crispy, and coated the fish perfectly. Portion size was great, and everything tasted amazing. The staff was super nice and friendly, and very helpful. Totally worth it. In fact, just thinking about it makes me want to go back for more! read more

I've had my fair share of fish and chips from all over, London (UK) included. This little joint delivered in a great way. Haddock and chips had a great crust on it, was very tasty and filled me up. When I think of fish and chips, this is what I picture and all for a great price. This is a great and delicious value in the neighbourhood. The best fish and chips I've had in Toronto which isn't saying too much.. My only drawback was the coleslaw which needed a bit more of a bite! All said and done, I will be visiting on a bi-weekly basis. The service is kind and caring. Support locally, you won't be disappointed. read more

Come here if you are craving some cheap and good fish and chips...this is not a place you would bring someone out on a date, restaurant is plain and run down. Portions are generous, though. Fries fill the plate all the way to the edges! Got the haddock and fries. read more

McCowan Fish & Chips - Seafood Near Me - Scarborough, Ontario

This is a small family run fish and chips place that does it right. The batter on the halibut is light, and crispy with a crunch. Beautifully golden fried. The halibut steak itself is a nice thick cut. I never eat the fries, cus I'm not a fan of thick cut greasy fries. If your in the mcowen and Lawrence area, try this place out. They also carry a great fishermans platter that's delicious and filling. I haven't seen the condition of the bathroom but the place itself is clean and simple. Simple food at its best. read more

Got the haddock fish and chips; it was highly recommended by the owners. It costs 11.25 with tax, not including tips, and comes with 4 ounces of fish and an abundance amount of fries. Fish is battered really well and is crispy, fluffy, and fish tastes really fresh. The fries are golden brown and goes well with the fries. They also have vinegar salt which I personally liked on my fries. The place has been open for 9 years and justifiably so. They have a dine in option with nice red tablecloths; definitely coming back again! 5 stars if I had it with beer read more

The batter on the fish was too heavy, and it wasn't seasoned. The chips were good, nice and crispy on the outside, still tender inside

I haven't had fish & chips in a very, very long time. This place did not disappoint. Clean and the customer service is great - the proprietors are very friendly, and seem to know lots of customers by first name. Halibut is my favourite. It was cooked well here, and the portion size, decent. Prices are very reasonable. I would come back again. read more

Best fish an chips I've ever had an the price was right. if you are looking for real English style fish an chips with real beer batter coating this is the place. read more

Nothing special, and that's why it's perfect. Their fish is of good quality, batter is not too thin and not too thick. It's not greasy, but it's greasy enough. The fries are fresh (and amazing), the packages of tartar sauce are "wing's" (classic) and the gravy is from a powder (and it's delicious as well). Simply put, this is the place you get your fish and chips from. read more

One of the best fish and chips I've had. The batter is crispy not greasy. Home fries are good too. Don't think anyone can complain about about this place other than the dated interior which is clean but is like your old auntie's house. read more

I would not come back to this restaurant again, fries are dry, no lemon provided for the fish! When I ask for one slice of lemon, she is telling me that there is an extra charge! Well, I can't eat my fish without a slice of lemon! The sause are a little too sour, that can definitely be improved. The owner is friendly, but the sevices being provided are not that good. No water provided, no napkin available, and to be honest, the taste is not that great. I gave a two star instead of a one is all because of the price, a super cheap foodcourt kind of price offering in a restaurant. This could be the reason why nothing was being provided, and everything you want, there is an extra charge to it. Definitely not coming back! read more

I used to go to another fish/chip joint they sold the business it was bought and relocated. However this place was recommended and highly! We ordered the halibut with chips and a gravy on the side. Everything was perfect-even the gravy! You wont be disappointed, my order was hot fresh and the chips extra well done. How we like them! The fish a bit on the generous side and not a ton of batter on it either. The owner is always nice and friendly. Cheaper then my old fish joint too!! read more

I was greeted nicely by the owner as I came in to order for takeout. I got the halibut &chips and chicken fingers & chips. I would rate the halibut 3/5 and chicken 3/5 as well. The fries tho, good. Portions were decent. read more

Another Scarborough gem. Service was quick, owner was really friendly, prices were just right & the food was cooked just right. Having eaten fish & chips around the world, i thought this hit the spot. Even my 6 year old, with his self diagnosed seafood allergy *eye roll* loved it. We had the seafood platter on a bitterly cold afternoon and it came to us fast & piping hot: scallops were not chewy & batter was light and crispy. I didn't like the side coleslaw though and I thought (later, after I scarfed it all down) that the batter was a little greasy. read more

Been here a few times now and I can say, MMMMmmmmmm. This is a small place, I'd say less the a dozen tables. Food is great, Everyone now days are all about the burger, burgers everywhere, I remember when we used to be able to get decent fish & chips in your local mall. This stuff blows that stuff away by comparison, but it's hard to find good FNC any more, With the Hospital just up the road, I hope they are making a killing. read more

If you like real English style fish & chips this is the place to go. Handcut chips, crispy batter with tender moist flaky fish inside. Huge servings too! read more

My husband and I were craving for fish and chips and found this out of panic. We called in and they were still open, the lady was very friendly and happy. We ordered Haddock and Chips and Cod and Chips. When we got there to pick it up, the place was empty and looked outdated. The place i run by a chinese family, nice folks. Food was really oily. Cod and as the frozen kind and still had bone in it. Haddock was fresh and batter was good, not the best though. read more

The best Halibut fish and chips in Scarborough. Friendly service as well and homemade tartar sauce.

Great fish and chips. As someone who doesnt eat much fish, i was pleasantly surprised. I personally had the halibut and chips, and a can of iced tea. Cost about 12 - 13 bucks. Very tasty meal. A huge bonus was the unlimited tartar sauce. That's a huge plus. My only complaint was that the portions were light in my opinion as I devoured the meal in no time, and had to order another! read more

Love this place. I ordered haddock with poutine, shrimp, cod and chips. Everything ordered was fresh and delicious. The poutine has to be one of my favorites and I cherish it so much since I live in the states and not many places serve it here. 5 stars all the way for mccowan fish and chips read more

Great fish and chips. Don't take it to go for friends though. It goes real bad real quick when on road. Biscuits are amazing as well!

Amazing fish and chips, probably my favourite in the area. The interior is set up really simply but who cares about fancy when you just want some good fish and chips. Really fast service too! read more

My mom ate there yesterday and within 20 minutes was sick. She got food poisoning and was throwing up & had diarrhea. When I called them to advise them to be more careful with their food, not only did they deny the claim but they said lack of hand washing would not cause someone to get sick. Clearly we know what the issue is here!!! read more

Excellent quality Halibut & chips for reasonable prices. The restaurant is extremely old school right down to the wood panelled walls but the food is great. The dining room service is mediocre, if they are busy you will wait. Friday's are extremely busy in this place for take out or dine-in. Even if you call ahead, they cook everything fresh so you will still wait a few minutes. The only think I don't enjoy is the coleslaw, it is the vinegar dressing slaw, not creamy and sweet so if you are not a fan of the vinegar dressing slaw, don't order it! read more