We had a very disappointing meal in the Fish Shack tonight, my parents were treating us to dinner…read moreout which we were all looking forward to. The restaurant was so cold we could not take off our hats and coats. The paella was very small and overcooked. The fish and chips was very average. When we asked for the desert menu at 7.15pm we were told the kitchen was closed and tables were being cleaned up around us making us feel very unwelcome. We have had many good meals in the Fish Shack but we were so disappointed tonight.

We visited twice on our visit to Dublin. My wife and daughter had the fish and chips. Excellent…read more I had the platter, can't remember the name, with calamari, cod and shrimp I think. Delicious. The place is small, so you may have a wait. If you are in the south Dublin area, take the DART to Glenageary or Dun Laoghaire which is a 10.min walk I'd say. Excellent.

Certain chippers are known for different things. Marsellas do fish, and they do it very well too…read more Other than that it's just a normal chipper.

This place is pretty darn good…read more The chips are a bit better than your average chipper, the guy prides himself on the quality of chips. I know this because he is a TALKATIVE guy, in a good way! He's great fun and it's basically like having a friendly taxi driver serve you chips. One of the reviews mentions high quality Fish, not sure that the fish are particularly better than average. Another plus is that they are open very late on the weekends, I think till about 3am.

I was only out in DL for a sunny walk but got a lovely smell of chips as I passed their stall on…read morethe pier so I got into the queue and got the classic fish and chip. Pricey enough at €8.50 but the price was worth it. You get two battered fish pieces and a helping of chips, all tucked into a paper recyclable tray. The chips were good, had a unique taste to them can't figure it out but was nice. The fish pieces well they just melted in your mouth. It really is their speciality. on display is a few live crabs which I presume are on the menu for anyone who wants to try, maybe next time I might :) Only downside is it's a take away only (of course since it's located on a trailer on the pier) and with that if its cold or rainy you'll be queuing up and eating in the bad weather. Still if you are out walking it's going to be good enough weather It can also get very busy as there is a lot of walkers around that area And parking is limited in the area but you may find a space in front of the nearby yacht club.

Really liked the fish and chips. Breading was perfect and you actually could taste fish and not…read morejust breading. The salmon salad was delicious too!!!! I will be back for sure. Service was friendly. I like the environment focus as well.

great lovely workers all are so nice and caring especially the handsome asian cashier yan bo chen…read morehe hes the nicest cashier and most patient chip worker aswell great food the chips are the best in bray

I took a side trip to Bray, and part of my search here was for a good takeout fish and chip shop…read more Yelp led me here. The fish was fresh, flaky, and delicious. The chips were perfectly cooked. Really, a basic review here seems to match a very basic place. It made this tourist from America very happy.

I have had fish & chips several places in the world, living in california, i have tried it at many…read moreIrish and english pubs. But i have to admit HANDS DOWN this is my favorite place in the world to eat fish and chips. The twin husband and wife team that run this restaurant are extremely friendly and welcoming people. Its a small place that has several sit down tables to dine in. The fish and chips is one you have to try for yourself but for me its a place i crave al year long and a must visit spot when i return to Ireland. If you ever find yourself in the area please visit pipers and when done take a quick stroll next door and have a few pints at The Brooke Irish Pub.

The owners here make the NICEST and I mean THE THICKEST NICEST CHIPS EVER. I go there whenever I'm…read morein portrane but every time I do, I get the chips and I'm always pleased with the service!

To service to the food cant say enough good things place to go. The best chipper in ireland.read more

Easily one of the best chippers in Dublin, the only complaint you ever hear about the Ritz is that…read morethe bags are too small. Their burgers are nice too, and it's great to eat in an old school family run chipper. It's mad, they're all the exact same height! I've never been in the café upstairs, and to be honest, I didn't know it existed until I was looking over my photos of the place. Best thing at the moment is the €4 chips, fish and drink-result.

This is the best chipper in Dublin, possibly in Ireland. The food is so tasty and is always served…read moreby happy, friendly staff. I love this place and go regularly. Ive always have delicious food and friendly service. The family are really nice and helpful. Love Macari's. There garlic cheese fries are EPIC! Highly reccommend.

Awful service, horrible food, terrible value. Be wise and stay away from the cold soggy chips and…read moredisgruntled staff!

Fricking awesome! This small chipper on the main road offers the best fish and chips I have ever…read moretasted. Fish is freshly battered to order, who else does that?! For €8.30 you get huge fillet of cod, chips and mushy peas or coleslaw. Portions are massive, you could easly feed two people. Can't wait to eat there again!

Great spot for some fish and chips on a chilly day neat the water. Packed house, but friendly…read moreservice. Watch for a great 2 for 1 deal! (Didn't see until ordering.) Good deal for kids. We would go again - fresh!

This busy takeout place near the Howth waterfront specializes in fried fish. Three kinds were…read moreavailable that day: cod, haddock, and hake. I don't know if I could tell these apart except from the shape so I asked which was the most popular and was told cod. So I ordered the cod fish & chips and a side of mushy peas. I ordered at the counter and waited about 5 minutes for my number to be called then took the box outside to eat on the lawn near the water, keeping a careful watch on the aggressive seagulls. The portion was good, the fish was fresh like just off the boat, the batter light and mildly seasoned, and no disagreeable flavors from the frying oil. Unfortunately the batter was inconsistent: thin and crunchy in places, thicker and soggy in others. The fries were just ok, starchy. So overall only average. I had to try mushy peas again, just my second time. They tasted and looked just like they sound: mashed up green peas. No mint flavoring added this time. Fine for what they were, but I just don't get it. I think I prefer coleslaw with my fish&chips but I don't think it's offered here. Perhaps coleslaw is an American thing? So only average overall. But I'd consider returning if I wanted a quick takeout lunch as the other restaurants in the area were more formal sit-down places.

The fish and chips are good - and the portions are HUGE! The chicken tenders and chips are…read moremediocre. I was hoping the tenders would be battered in the same way the fish is. Why wouldn't it be?! Nope. It's your basic tenders you get anywhere. They're fine. Not bad. But not what I was expecting. Service was quick and efficient.

Perfect pick up and go meal! Cooked to perfection and great flavor!…read more Everyone we asked in Dublin recommended this place. We followed the advice and took ours across the way and sat and ate outside of Christ Church. It was delicious and filling!