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    The Big Catch

    4.4 (15 reviews)

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    Cod with chips
    Kerry L.

    We just got back from the Uk so fish and chips was still on our minds:) We went on a Saturday (they open 3pm Daily) and it was just my hubby and I. We ordered the Halibut with onion rings and chips + cod with chips to try the two types of fish. The fish was very fresh nicely battered and golden (the cooking oil is clean which I think is very important that they don't keep recycling the oil). The chips were crispy. The service is friendly. They accept cash or credit. We dine in and got a table wirh no problem. It got busy after 30min. The tartar sauce could use more relish although it was ok. I would've liked my fish just a tad more salty for more flavour. It's a convenient spot in Markham if you're craving for fish and chips

    Julie L.

    This new fish & chips restaurant in Markham is so popular right now - and for good reason! It's hard to find a solid fish and chips place in this area so I was so excited to try The Big Catch and it did not disappoint! It's fresh and made to order so expect to wait for your food (worth the wait)! Portions are large too! I opted to sub my fries with a Greek salad (+$5) and it was delicious. The poutine upgrade would also be a good choice as well. They have different tartar sauce flavours. My favourite is the spicy one. Would also recommend giving the onion rings a try! They're gigantic and delish! There are a couple tables inside for seating but I did notice that most people were getting take out. I didn't finish my meal and it still tasted good after popping it in the air fryer!

    Sally L.

    Delicious and fresh! There's only one other fish n chip place I like which is in Toronto. However, this place really blew my expectations. The batter and fish was really well fried and tasted really good much like the one I enjoy in Toronto. The service was really good. The only thing was the chips were a bit dry however we also go the onion rings and they were just as amazing! We really enjoyed it and glad it's close to home so we will definitely be back.

    Poutine (upgrade)
    Jason H.

    Came on a Saturday night around 6pm. It was super busy. It's a pretty small spot with only a few tables. We couldn't get a table so decided to get takeout but even that we were quoted a 30 min wait. Decided to order anyway. We got the grand catch feast which had - 3 pieces of halibut, - - Onion Rings - Fried calamari - Fried shrimp - French fries - Coleslaw We upgraded the fries to a poutine and we also ordered a two-piece halibut family meal, which gave us more fries and two more pieces. We upgraded the small coleslaw to a Caesar salad instead for the two piece. We ended up waiting about an hour so order via phone instead. Everything tasted great. Would probably pass on the poutine next time. It didn't hold up well travelling home. The Caesar was a little over dressed but everything else we thought was really tasty. The fired seafood and rings/fries were crispy without feeling too greasy. Would recommend checking them out! But beware the wait times.

    Onion Rings
    Chris C.

    The Big Catch, Markham's newest seafood restaurant opened today, Friday, June 19th. I was fortunate to go with a friend and it was really good! We had their Grand Catch Family Feast, which includes: * Haddock or Halibut 3pcs * Large Chips * Large Coleslaw * Fried Shrimps 10 * Fried Calamari 16 * Onion Rings * Tartar Sauces - Original, Spicy, Chipotle * Cocktail Sauce * Pop 4 cans This feast is exclusive to their Markham location, their third. It was a lot of food, more than enough for a family of four. Everything was cooked to order and was fresh and tasty Other offerings include burgers, chicken fingers, poutine, salads, rolled ice cream, and a selection of refreshing drinks. Check them out on Markham Rd, south of Bur Oak!

    Calmari and halibut and chips (2 PCs)
    Vivian L.

    I've had this place now three times, 2x take out and once for dine in and gotta say, always fresh and crispy! Even take out. The dine in area is small and a little stuffy but they have a few fans going to keep you cool. Service is relatively quick when they're not super busy. But the last time I did take out during their grand opening week, prime dinner time, it was a 45 min wait. But if the wait isn't too long, worth it. The breading is so light and crispy and not the prepackaged tartar sauce which I appreciate it. Will be returning.

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    Lisa C.

    Walked in around 730 PM on a Friday night. There was a short line, but even so, it was a 45 min wait. We chose to take out, but they have six tables of four available for sitting. I would recommend calling in advance and then coming to pick up. They seemed a little disorganized in the kitchen, perhaps because they only opened a week ago. It seemed like the cashier lady had a hard time understanding English so we had to repeat our order several times. The signature halibut with two pieces and fries were 3 oz each, but if you were to get the halibut and fries, the fish was 4 oz. They have fresh cut potatoes which was a huge bonus for us. The coconut shrimp was ok - nothing too special but there were a good number for $15.99 a portion. I would revisit to try the haddock. Their parking lot is limited but it wasn't too difficult to find space. They are located at the third apartment building if you driving north from 16th Ave, or the second apartment building if you are driving south from Major Mackenzie.

    Wendy W.

    Friendly service. There are a few tables inside the unit for dine in. They have choices for halibut, haddock, and cod with different sides to choose from. The batter is light and not very oily. They said their fries are sort from local farm and hand cut. Overall, it's a good fish and chip restaurant located in Markham.

    Zaakirah K.

    I may or may not have found my favourite spot. As someone who LOVES seafood, I was extremely happy to find that this place uses FRESH seafood and you can taste the quality in your meal. Additionally, all their sauces and batters are made in-house and they don't use beer batter for their fish. I really enjoyed my meal and experience here. The owner and the staff were super nice and welcoming. They told a bit about their family business, as well as how they use only fresh products for their food. The seafood tastes homemade for that reason. Nothing like it! The calamari? Different than I'm used to (again, because it's all fresh) but it was so so good. I also tried their Greek Salad which was crunchy and tasty. The sauces come on the side so you can choose how much you want. The portions were also very generous and filling. It can easily be shared but given how tasty it was, you might finish it by yourself. My favourite had to be the halbut, which literally melted in my mouth. Although the seafood was fried, I loved that I didn't feel like it was too oily and didn't get the oil taste in my mouth. They really know what they're doing and I guarantee that whenever I'm in the Markham area, I would definitely stop by for more. They've got a location in Newmarket area as well as Keswick, but I just found out about this place and I'm so glad I did. I absolutely loved my experience and I cannot wait to come back to try more items on the menu, especially the shrimp. Prices are also very reasonable compared to other seafood places.

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    Off The Hook Fishbar

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    (178 reviews)
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    Came here for a celebration dinner with a group of friends. Price is a good value for their fish…read moreand chips platter, and be sure to ask for the specials. This location does gluten free, so definitely worth looking into if you need to/ are avoiding gluten. I wasn't craving something so deep fried so I got the shrimp po-boy. The fish and chips my bf ordered were delicious. Good fry, the fries tasted good, and the vinegar coselaw was good. The po boy wasn't as great. The shrimp were cooked beautifully but the bun was cut completely open, so you get the top bread and bottom bread separated. It was impossible to eat. As soon as I picked up the roll, the structural integrity failed and all my "stuffings" fell onto the plate. It was no fun eating with the fork and knife. Flavours were good though. The creamy coselaw was not my cup of tea. It was very mayo-y, which was a bit difficult for me to enjoy. I think it needed a little something citrus to brighten it up. I also was looking forward to my brussel sprouts, which were unfortunately forgotten and I never ended up getting them. By the end, it wasn't on my bill either so I think they just kept forgetting about them. They were definitely available though because someone at our table ordered them to-go. Overall, service was friendly. If you're in the area and looking for some fish and chips to hit the spot, this might be the place for you.

    Delicious gluten-free and dairy-free options! The fried fish and onion rings were great. And we got…read moreto try poutine for the first time despite our dietary restrictions! Server was very knowledgeable about dietary question.

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    Off The Hook Fishbar
    Gluten and dairy free poutine

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    Hutch's On The Beach

    Hutch's On The Beach

    3.7
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    After my disastrous Dairy Queen Holiday Nog Milkshake, I had to drop into Hutch's to get a proper…read moremilkshake with real ice cream! I ordered the Pistachio Almond Milkshake ($5.45). This had a good mixture of pistachio and almond flavours. It was mainly almond ice cream with pistachio pieces. The only difficulty is that 30% of the pieces were a little too big for the straw; probably this flavour was never meant to be used as a milkshake. I had to take tge straw out and such out the pieces from the other end. Review 2025-255

    Stopped by for ice cream and ended up ordering fish and chips because the smell when you walk in…read morejust pulls you in. I tried the Peanut Butter Cup ice cream and the sugar-free Black Cherry. There are probably only one or two sugar-free options, but the pricing is really reasonable and definitely cheaper than the GTA. The Peanut Butter Cup was good, though I wish the chocolate flavor was a bit richer. I'd give it an 8/10. The Black Cherry was delicious and easily a 10/10. For food, I ordered the large fish and chips for $18. It's a great deal because the two pieces of fish are huge. The small order is $11.95. My picture didn't show it well since the second piece of fish was hiding underneath, but it was just as big. The fries are super thick, perfect for dipping in gravy. I got a side of gravy and loved it. It had that classic poutine flavor without being too salty. The only thing I'd change is I wish the fries were cooked a little longer. Overall, I'd give the fish and chips an 8/10. The diner itself is much bigger than I expected. You order at the counter, get a number, and they call it out when it's ready. What's cool is they also have speakers outside, so if you're waiting by the path or at the picnic tables, you can still hear your number. Bathrooms were clean too, which I always appreciate.

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    Seating area Lakeside
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    Storefront at night

    The Big Catch - seafood - Updated July 2026

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