The unique fishmonger-cum-restaurant on Whiteladies Road is the best fish restaurant I've ever…read moreeaten in. Initially put off by the expensive Clifton price tag, I now can't believe I've stayed away for so long. (Or at least not noticed that they do a lunchtime offer!) At Rockfish they are serious about fresh fish cooked to perfection. When I opted for the lunchtime special we picked two courses for £15 which were absolutely delicious. (My favourite being their house special of grilled seabass). If you have any questions about any of the dishes, the helpful waiters will be happy to answer your questions as they are very knowledgeable about the produce on sale here. Can't wait to go back!

This business is a fishmonger and restaurant in one, specialising in the best quality seafood…read moregoing, and locally sourced too. The Rockfish is suited for those with a few bob to spend, who appreciate quality food for good money. The restaurant menu changes every day, depending on what was caught the day before; you select the fish of your choice and a seperate side along with recommended accompanying wines and other drinks. If you're feeling a little strapped for cash, come before seven for the set menu (£15 for two courses, £20 for three), which is really good value for what's on offer. Also don't forget to visit the shop, which sells the freshest fish around. What a treat!

The food here is excellent. We enjoyed our seafood selection as it was fresh and delicious…read more However I can't say I would go out of my way to come here again given the ambiance and service. Staff were scattered, no one seemed to have a job as they bounced around from host stand, bar to table service up and downstairs. We ordered drinks with our food and they came after the entree was served. Our empty plates sat there until they brought over our mains. Then the waiter seemed perplexed that he couldn't put them down because there was no room. Complete lack of management makes this a poor dining choice. Not to mention the ambiance was dead. Saturday at lunchtime should be fun and even given the busy crowd, it felt like a lifeless cafeteria.

Seafood any fresher and your bream would be flapping around on your plate, gasping for air in its…read moregills. Luckily, it's all perfectly cooked and delectable. We turned up with our 'two courses for £15' vouchers we'd collected from the newspaper. The waiter did have a vaguely snooty expression on his face when we asked about it, but not to worry - he still had to serve us. To add insult to injury, the 'special' menus were printed on the brightest yellow paper you've ever seen, so everyone in the place could determine the cheapskates (skates - geddit??!) I think this probably says more about my own insecurities and snobbishness than about the actual restuarant, which is traditionally smart, dark wood panels and curtains all round, with some subtley romantic lighting (take note, fellas). Wipe your drool off the wine menu and begin - they'll recommend the perfect bottle so as not to overpower the delicate I had seabass resting on a bed of tangy mustard mash (speckled with mustard seeds) served with sauteed spring greens. Simple, yes, easy to get right, no. Fishers got it better than right. Flaky, meaty flesh versus creamy mash and juicy veg. I'm in an underwater heaven. The main was so filling and zingy, I can barely remember desert. I believe it involved chocolate and cream and was value for moulah, but that ain't very useful to you. What you need to know is that people come here for the fish, and stay here for the fish (and langoustine, and prawns, and lobster, and oysters, and mussels and clams). Dive deep into your pockets and head for Fishers, it's a swimmingly good place to dine.

This is my second time here. We ate here the first time we visited Bristol and had to come back…read morethis time around. Probably our favorite fish and chips pub in all of Bristol. I love the decor- very mythical fishermen with posters for movies and wanted signs. They have an extensive menu, including alcohol and their cider comes in 500ml bottles. I've been told it's quite expensive in local standards but for the atmosphere it's worth it. I'd like to give a shoutout to one of the chefs. We had shown up here and the hostess had said they were not taking any one without a reservation. But there were open tables. Disappointed, we walked out. Standing in front of the restaurant, trying to figure out what to do, the cook comes out and says they will make room for us. Absolutely the sweetest. We were so stoked to eat at this place again. He even brought out tasty food out to us himself!

I grew up in the city, but fish and chips has transformed from being wrapped in newspaper to a sit…read moredown experience with malt vinegar and condiments. The local chippy may have won some awards, but the takeaway vibe isn't so enticing. So when you want a bit more of a dining experience this is a modest cafe style setting that's nicely decorated in the centre of town. We parked in the back streets on a meter. My haddock and chips and Sam's cod and chips were freshly made and really good. Our waitrees gave us friendly service and was attentive. We went in the early evening in early Jan and it was pretty empty.

We tried to enjoy this restaurant and despite calling ahead on New year's Day we got a shoddy…read morewelcome and left without dining. One star is for the lack of customer service. (Reading Shontae J's review of the food that day I think we had a lucky escape!) The person who answered the phone said no reservation was needed; when asked about parking they said it was free on Queen's Sq. (Actually it's pay all day, every day which I discovered after dropping off the family and driving around the block. And it's £3 per hour and 1 hour is the max.) The missus, plus baby stroller and toddler in tow got to Loch Fyne's door. The staff didn't come to assist despite her looking for help. Instead they slowly wandered around the tables, then reluctantly came to help. Then she was asked if she had a reservation. "No... Do I need one?" It turns out it was quiet and She didn't need one (like the guy on the phone said) so why this passive aggressive attitude? Totally uncalled for. Then the deal breaker was that half the menu was unavailable as it's New year's Day. Ok, but please say so when I call on the phone because that's the only thing that counts at a restaurant. Don't come here unless you want a bad experience. #DumbStaffWillRuinYourBusiness

Great lunch date with my wife. We went to Bristol just to try this restaurant because my wife…read morelikes seafood and I liked the warm reception I received some time ago when I popped my head in to grab a menu while walking past. We ordered from the Set menu. Scottish Peppered Mackerel, Pork Belly and twice-cooked chips (fries), and Creme Brûlée for me. Crispy Sprats, Mussels and mixed vegetables for her. The Mackerel was surprisingly delicious. I think I was expecting a peppered fillet or something (I missed the "Potted" part in the dish's name), but pleased to get a little glass pot with minced(?) mackerel and cracked pepper to spread on some dark bread. Yummy! The pork belly and chips were tasty but nothing to write home about. I didn't dislike them but the pork wasn't as flavorful as I had expected because the seasoning hadn't penetrated the meat. Again, it wasn't bad and that might have been what they were going for. When we return, I'll try the steak (I'm not big on seafood but my wife is). The chips had just the right consistency. Lastly, I had Creme Brûlée somewhere else and didn't like it because the top was burnt and I was afraid that that's how it would always taste. I ordered it at Loch Fyne just to see how well they'd do it. It was yummy. The top wasn't burnt and the custard was subtle yet delightfully smooth. I considered ordering one for take away but I was heading to a meeting at a patisserie. The Prats were OK, but we learned that we are not fans of prat. We can't blame Loch Fyne; I'm sure they tasted the way they were supposed to taste. I didn't taste the Mussels, but I was told that they were fresh and perfectly cooked. So, Loch Fyne was worth the trip. It's a short enough walk from the Bristol Temple Meads station that we might find ourselves there again. Oh, I should note though that our table was uncomfortable. It was a four-legged table for two. They're the worst! I hate having to squeeze my long legs between the two table legs and getting my knees trapped.

You can just feel the ghosts of pirates in this seaside tavern. With its nooks and crannies, it's…read morejust perfect for an illicit rendevouz and talks of treasure over a glass of brandy and the crackling fire. This has got to be one of the oldest pubs in South Wales, it's medieval and dates from 1380. This is one of those places that reminds you how small we used to be - I'm only 5ft 7 and I stoop through the worn wooden doors. I havn't eaten here, but there is also a well respected restaurant upstairs offering a good selection of seafood dishes. Dishes include: Brixham Crab Cake with baby leaves and lemon butter sauce (£5.25); Plaice Goujons with paprika and a sweet red pepper tartar sauce (£4.95); Roasted Fillet of Hake with a chorizo and roasted red pepper risotto ith tomato, garlic and orange sauce for £13.95 For the vegetarians on the day I visited there was: Tomato Fondue, Wild Mushroom and Aubergine Bake, finished with garlic crumb and poached egg (£4.95) and Rosemary and Truffle Arancini Risotto with a tomato, red onion and spring onion salsa ( £4.95). The restaurant opening times are Monday to Saturday from 7pm to 9.30pm. They also offer bar meals between 12 and 2 pm Mondays to Saturdays and evening meals Monday to Friday from 6 to 8 pm.

One of my favorite pubs when I come home to Wales. I've been coming here for 40+ years. Great…read morebeers, lovely staff, exceedingly good food on a great menu, and a building that should last another half millennium plus. And a beautiful spot for a picture that will include a thatched roof and hanging baskets.

We visited the Rick Stein restaurant on a short stay in Malborough, as my partner loves seafood…read more (Although I am vegetarian, there were options available, including on the set menu.) There are dining rooms both upstairs and down, the latter behind the small bar area. You enter through the shop: the decor - despite this being an 18th century heritage building - is fresh and modern, with dark wood and pale walls, and selected modern art on the walls. We chose the set menu, 3 courses for £26.95. Our starters were the steamed mussels in cider with spring onion and spinach, and roasted red pepper soup; mains were salmon fishcakes with watercress and the chickpea curry (plus a side of hispi cabbage); and we both had the sunken chocolate cake with clotted cream for pudding. (NB the Welsh rarebit isn't veggie - it's made with anchovies.) My starter and main (soup and curry) were perfectly good - the soup especially so - but not exceptional. It didn't surprise me as Rick Stein - both the chef and restaurant - are really all about seafood. My partner found the mussels superb - fresh, sweet, with just the right amount of sauce. Likewise, the fishcakes were excellent and, although they looked small on arrival, they were actually quite filling, and generous on the salmon. The hispi cabbage proved the perfect accompaniment to both mains. The chocolate cake was smooth and velvety, but not too sweet (think a brownie sort of texture) - and perfect if you like dark chocolate. We chose a 250ml glass each of one of the recommended Sauvignon blancs, which also proved a good choice. Service was excellent throughout, and the young server was very skilled at making us feel at home. Including service, the bill came to £95 for two, which for a fine dining experience was pretty good value. Others certainly think so, as on a wet mid-week evening it was packed (so booking definitely advised). There's parking along the main street outside - not a problem in the evening, but potentially a bit more challenging at lunchtime.

There we were, having driven from Chatsworth on our way to Beaulieu, ready to stop for lunch to…read moremeet some old friends coming from Salisbury - and of course you're doing well till you get an unannounced monumental traffic jam with only about 10 miles to go Told our friends and the resto - no problem they said, don't stress...anyway we had a great lunch; the service was excellent and its so relaxing there...we have been to Winchester often and to Padstow, but this was the first occasion here. And yes lots of fish but there is a good choice for everyone Its a long way to go for a lunch but I fully recommend it - and - it is reasonably priced...Ramsay always says his lunches in his places are the best value...and so it was here...and a reasonably priced for the quality...3 courses each, total £75 for the 2 of us Nice

Great food Great service everyone very kind I will go back. Very expensive through but its worth itread more

Can't fault this place! Staff are very friendly and accommodating, the chef can be seen moving…read moreabout prepping dishes, ordering daily fish and checking on patrons. The ambience is lovely, quaint and warm. Fresh fish of the day can be seen in the front window, skilled chefs are working away and a couple of water tanks for the live seafood are visible from the dining room. I had a crab soup which was surprisingly delicious, similar to a lobster bisque. Fresh bread started us off, warm from the oven and soft inside. I chose a special of the day, the fish was tender and flavourful, melting off the bone and infused with lemon and capers. My partners dish of hake with risotto was absolutely delicious, something I'd order if I were to go back. All In all a lovely dining experience in a scenic location. Make sure you book to avoid disappointment!

Sweet little place. A Simple offering, tucked behind The George pub which in itself could deter…read morepeople from finding it. Take a seat in their shabby chic garden and order the fresh seafood platter. The mackerel pate is up there with the best I've had and the lobster, crab and anchovies were pretty good too. Inexpensive and unpretentious. Lovely when the sun is shining but watch out for the seagulls

The Scallop Shell had my FAVORITE Fish N Chips while we were in England! This place was not on our…read moreitinerary to visit, but I am SO glad we came here. We got there a few hours before closing time and couldn't get a table right away - we were told to come back in an hour but we asked if it would still be possible to get their fish & chips. They asked how many of us would want it and all 5 of us did. Ha! Luckily, they were able to hold enough for us to come back once a table was open. The fish was perfectly crispy on the outside. The chips were tasty and the mushy peas were actually good which I wasn't expecting! I'd travel all the way back to England just for this meal at the Scallop Shell.

Very fresh!! Chips were perfectly crisp on the outside, and very hot! The lunch deal is very worth…read moreit. I saw a few people get the cod -- wish I'd tried that instead, even though the haddock was so good!! I really liked the mushy peas here; very rich! I couldn't finish the plate, it was so good and portions were huge! The unfortunate side of solo travel is you can't eat everything

Famous (and delicious) crab pasties, the staff we also really nife and helpful. You can sit outside…read moreoverlooking the cove or takeaway, they also have quite a wide drink range including alcohol. Not open Tuesday or Wednesday.

Simple and straight forward fresh seafood crab,lobster and mackerel . Fresh crab pasties are very…read moregood also the mackerel ciabatta and crab sandwich are great too. It is set in a unique spot in a lovely cove and with friendly staff and it is a good eating experience!