What’s a fish and chips without a decent selection of fish? That’s right, you guessed it — cold fried fish and soggy, mushy potatoes.
But don’t let that stop you! There are many places to grab fresh fish in Vancouver.
If you love fish and chips, it’s hard to go past this classic British dish. Vancouver has various great places to get your fix, but which are the best?
Place your trust in me as I’ve chosen these 11 top places to get your hands on some fantastic cod, salmon, halibut, clams, or any other type of seafood.
11 of the top places to grab fish and chips in Vancouver
Ah, fish and chips: a classic British dish enjoyed for centuries! Vancouver is known for its fresh seafood, so it’s no surprise that it boasts some of the best places to grab fish and chips. Here are 11 top spots to get your fill of this delicious meal in Van City.
1. Go Fish Ocean Emporium
Located on Granville Island Public Market, Go Fish Ocean Emporium offers some delicious grub with its classic battered cod served with fries or salad.
Facebook: @Go-Fish
2-Lovers Fish and Chips
If you want an authentic experience, head to this spot! This chain is best known for its $14.99 all-you-can-eat fish and chips, including bottomless pop.
Address: 1660 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver
Phone: 604-980-9993
Address: 8-555 Clarke Road, Coquitlam
Phone: 604-936-2447
Facebook: @CLoversFishChips
3. White spot: the third on our top fish and chips in Vancouver list
One of Vancouver’s most beloved restaurants since 1928, it offers tasty wild Pacific halibut coated in crispy batter and all your favorite sides like coleslaw or onion rings!
4. Deep Cove Brewers & Distillers
They serve craft beer and have a great selection of fish and chip dishes like their famous Alaskan Pollack paired with house-made slaw and hand-cut fries!
Instagram: @deepcovecraft
5. Cardero’s Restaurant & Marine Pub
Dine inside or out at this popular spot where you can enjoy freshly caught local lingcod deep fried until golden brown perfection, plus malt vinegar, too (of course!).
Instagram: @carderos_van
6. Salty’s Lobster Shack & East Van Brewing
Located at 1675 Venables St, you’ll find generous portions of wild salmon fillets accompanied by thick-cut steak fries and creamy coleslaw on the side.
Instagram: @saltyslobster
7. Rodney’s Oyster House
Another waterfront restaurant serves delectable seafood delights such as pan-seared sablefish topped with lemon caper butter sauce.
Instagram: @rodneysvancity
8. Donnellan’s Chipper
Located on Granville Street, this spot serves the ‘Finest Fast Food,’ including fish and chips.
Instagram: @donnellanschipper
9. Longliner Seafood Kitchen + Bar
Come here for sustainably sourced whitefish served alongside crispy potato patties.
10. Fanny Bay Oyster Bar & Shellfish Market
Indulge in succulent oysters shucked fresh daily, along with delicious haddock burgers.
Instagram: @fannybayoysters
11. The Sandbar Seafood Restaurant
They are famous for their legendary clam chowder; try out their signature beer-battered halibut sandwich with w/fries.
Instagram: @the_sandbar
Fish and chips have been a staple of British Columbia eating since the province’s start.
BCers love their fish and chip shop dining from the coastal communities to the interior. So, it’s essential that if you’re visiting Vancouver and craving these delicious treats, you know where to find them.
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