Based on 4.452 opinions finded in 3 websites
Based on 4.452 opinions finded in 3 websites
Nº 178 in 437 in South Tyneside
Nº 26 of 72 British in South Tyneside
Opinions
We are visiting the area from down south. These are the best fish and chips we have had for a long time. We ate our food on the beach which was also amazing. Definitely recommend this place. Very reasonable cost, we had the meal deal.
Nicola . 2025-04-09
MORE AT Google
Best fish and chips ever. The portion size is very generous so one would be sufficient if there are two of you having a take away.
Marilyn Mohan . 2025-04-09
MORE AT Google
Beautiful fish and chips and great friendly service. My adult kids and I love eating here. My son loves the scampi and my daughter loves the fish cakes and curry sauce. Delicious yummy food.
Gina Smith . 2025-03-29
MORE AT Google
Haddock,chips,mushy peas and a bread bun. Fantastic and worth £20.05 I come here every few months and it’s well worth it and the best.
mick brown . 2025-03-27
MORE AT Google
The best fish and chips in the North east!
samantha bamford . 2025-03-25
MORE AT Google
Amazingly good place and faultless really
Lez Marcy . 2025-03-22
MORE AT Google
Sorry to post this but as local 'frequent flyers' to this place, and it's usually spot on with the odd hiccup, this time round my wife and i both feel the Haddock and Chips with mushy peas n curry sauce have been a real let down. Dry fish, tasteless chips and hard mushy peas. Not what we expect Colmans. Better luck next time then?
Keith Alderton . 2025-03-21
MORE AT Google
Best fish and chips in town. Beautiful fresh fish with light batter. Freshly cooked chips that are crispy not soggy. Portions are very generous (can definitely share a portion of chips). The batter on both the scampi and the sausage are light, not heavy and not at all greasy. There is a takeaway attached to the restaurant serving the same classics, same quality and taste. Perfect for a summers day or a cold winters night.
Shannon R . 2025-03-21
MORE AT Google
There's no doubt about it, without question, the best fish n chips anywhere north of Whitby, second to none, nowhere else in the north east even come close, take my word, a fat, fifty odd year old Yorkshire man who grew up, religiously eating fish n chips wi bits and peas or curry sauce, every single Friday dinnertime! If you're ever in South Shields or within 10 miles, make a detour and get yourself a bit of good old English food heaven!!
John Charles . 2025-03-20
MORE AT Google
Parts of the restaurant are colder than others, buts it’s absolutely no problem if you want to move and there’s space to do so. Food and service excellent as always; a bit pricey but then what isn’t these days!
Abbi Adair . 2025-03-18
MORE AT Google
What superb fish and chips. This was a lunchtime random visit where we had 2 senior deals and a regular cod & chips with m. peas. All cooked to perfection with light flaky cod in batter that was soooo crispy. Service v friendly and a good atmosphere. Will def visit again if in the area.
Brian Taylor . 2025-03-17
MORE AT Google
Best fish and chips! Delicious 😋
Becca Beer . 2025-03-17
MORE AT Google
What superb fish and chips. This was a lunchtime random visit where we had 2 senior deals and a regular cod & chips with m. peas. All cooked to perfection with light flaky cod in batter that was soooo crispy. Service v friendly and a good atmosphere. Will def visit again if in the area
Brian T . 2025-03-17
MORE AT TripAdvisor
My first experience at Coleman's went really well. The staff were all great, the place was busy and cosy. The fish are caught daily so you cannot ask for fresher! The downside was the cost. Just a bit too pricey for me. 2 fish and chips with peas and 2 cans of pop - £40.90. Food was good though. Especially the mushy peas.
SONOVMI / eXplore . 2025-03-16
MORE AT Google
We were heading to the sea front and picked up some food from the takeaway. My fish was coated in delicious crispy batter, plenty of chips and had some scraps on top, my friend got the sausage and chips and was equally pleased with her choice. Wish I tried the takeaway earlier because it's spot on.
Virginia . 2025-03-14
MORE AT TripAdvisor
The grilled fish - HIGH PRICES FOR A STINGY PORTION. Wanted to go for the healthy portion being 5 months pregnant. At a whopping £17.95 a portion the haddock was the size of my toddlers foot coupled with 15 chips. Go elsewhere for the price.
Chandni Chopra . 2025-03-09
MORE AT Google
GRILLED FISH - HIGH PRICES, STINGY PORTIONS Decided to opt for the healthy option as I'm 5 months pregnant. Very disappointing. The portion of fish was the size of my toddlers foot and coupled with about 15 chips for a whopping £17.95 felt like a total let down. Go elsewhere.
chandni chopra . 2025-03-09
MORE AT Google
While food was good ordered chicken fillet bites which were £4 for 4 or £8 for 8 expected at this price to be a decent size. Tasted good but poor value for money
Lynn A . 2025-03-07
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Fish and chips excellent curry sauce excellent as well.
James Stanwix . 2025-03-06
MORE AT Google
Inflation at a whole new level £9.95 for sausage and chips (smaller portion)then your standard chippy £2.50 each for bread bun £5 for 2buns 1adult 2kids £36
Shaun G . 2025-02-28
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Best fish and chips ever! Recommended. Use this place few times already. Fish arrive always fresh and tasty.
Bartosz Slawek . 2025-02-28
MORE AT Google
Good value for money and excellent food and service
Raad Alazzawi . 2025-02-27
MORE AT Google
Best in south shilds a must if you want top class fish and chips chips. Fantastic quality Good friendly service Give it a go you will will not be disappointed.
Michael Willis . 2025-02-26
MORE AT Google
Lovely fish and chips , complete with mushy peas and a small pot of tea. Tartare sauce was not to my liking but evrrything else was spot on.
Geoff Coates . 2025-02-22
MORE AT Google
Delicious food,, clean restaurant , helpful staff and reasonable price too.
Gary Cowan . 2025-02-20
MORE AT Google
Always lovely fresh Fish and chips.
J B . 2025-02-16
MORE AT Google
Wifey & I used the take away part of the restaurant on Valentines night. Wifeys cod & chips was excellent as was my scampi & chips. The service was excellent from the young land and the food piping hot. I would give 5 stars however the was an older lady helping prepare orders and we watched her picking up food from the hot cabinet with her bare hands. No gloves. No tongs. Her hands. Very disappointing to see in an otherwise flawless service.
Andrew R . 2025-02-14
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Very nice food and very quick service on a Saturday evening. Accommodated the baby with high chair.
* DANIEL * . 2025-02-13
MORE AT Google
5 star, absolutely delicious Recommend Haddock and chips
Nigel S . 2025-02-09
MORE AT Google
The best fish and chips in the country
Mike Edmonds . 2025-02-07
MORE AT Google
Colmans needs to get a grip of their takeaway service. Today was diabolical. A big sign welcoming you and says 'All our food is cooked to order, so order on entry' And despite there being only 3 customers ahead it still took 15 mins to even get our order in, with a further 10-15 mins for it to be cooked and served. This was because there was just 1 server on the counter, who was responsible for taking the walk-in orders and making them up, in addition to receiving, ordering and making up the click and collect orders too, who consisted a steady flow of other customers calling in to collect their food. Thus, the seemingly short queue at the start was nothing more than a mirage. Personally speaking, they should have one person dealing with the traditional walk-in queue and another dedicated to click and collect, as it all made for a very frustrating experience. One, I will be thinking twice before making again if it doesn't change soon.
Matt Aconley . 2025-02-02
MORE AT Google
Had a take out, with the smaller portion of fish and chips. Quality always decent.
David Chow . 2025-01-29
MORE AT Google
Its a nice sit in place for fish and chips, the mushy peas are lovely
Travel Enjoy life . 2025-01-14
MORE AT Google
Amazing staff, clean, family friendly but quiet venue. Food was excellent, cooked to perfection and served quickly. EVERYONE should try the pea fritter!
Andrew S . 2025-01-13
MORE AT TripAdvisor
SIMPLY THE BEST 🎵🎶🎵 BETTER THAN ALL THE REST! honestly the best best best fish and chips ever and I've lived in Scotland where chippies are amazing and near the seaside in Yorkshire and still, these in South Shields town are by far the absolute best, the fish is so so tasty and beautifully white, so perfectly cooked and I actually don't much care for chips, but their chips are unbelievable and so so gorgeous 🥰
Emma Newbould . 2025-01-10
MORE AT Google
This is a great family chip shop. I had sausage chips peas and gravy all top notch with great service the rest of my party had fish which was delicious the bit I tried. Definitely revising when we are back up north.
Christopher Hough . 2025-01-05
MORE AT Google
Been going here since I was a toddler and now 65 years old and always found the service and quality top of the pops compared to the likes of Whitby and elsewhere.over the last 3 visits we have noticed the quality dropping off from the usual standards primarily the size and thickness of the fish where we get the large ones.the quality of the chips is falling in that they were always notable more chunky than their other branch and there are more scrappy bits now and less chips full stop.the number of chips was compared to a table who got the pensioner special and I swear they got just the same amount and their fish was just marginally smaller?.I understand things are getting tighter and may well get worse in the new year when nat insurance rises and the min wage goes up but for some one who has been coming for years it's more noticeable than a less regular visitor.the other thing is the fish is drier and I do wonder if the use of local boat fish has stopped or been reduced?.perhaps other regulars have noticed changes?
David C . 2024-12-29
MORE AT TripAdvisor
2 things let this place down... A) it came to £40 for 2 fish & chips with mushy peas & pots of tea. B) My partner doesn't like tea or coffee and asked to change it for a can of pop and the woman said no! Even though they are the same price. Absolutely ridiculous. Fish & Chips was alright but nothing special and certainly not worth £40! Mushy peas were the best I've ever had, though, but that was it. Not as great a place as it's made out.
George Hodgson . 2024-12-20
MORE AT Google
Fantastic fish and chips best ever. Only critism is the central heating needs fixing sometimes it's cold which spoils the whole experience.
Colin Mcloughlin . 2024-12-11
MORE AT Google
Best fish and chips my wife and I have ever had
Mark Greenfield . 2024-12-07
MORE AT Google
Rang on four occasions this afternoon to confirm opening times as we were travelling a distance. On each occasion greeted by fax tone so unable to speak to anyone. Checked times on website which still states Monday to Saturday 1100am - 545pm. Arrived at 4pm to find you are shut. Very very poor information and concern for your customers.
Nigel Browning . 2024-11-29
MORE AT Google
We all know colemans quality the shop on ocean rd. Is busy, busy, busy
Andrea Paglia . 2024-11-23
MORE AT Google
Food is lovely and customer service is excellent
Mauritius With Love . 2024-11-17
MORE AT Google
Came for a family meal on a very busy Saturday. The fish curry was excellent ! Lovely bright restaurant with sea views and great service ! Can’t wait to go again 😢
ricardo . 2024-11-10
MORE AT TripAdvisor
The haddock was nice and the ladies were kind as well!
Sami Shams Uddin . 2024-11-08
MORE AT Google
Nice enough fish n chips bit on the expensive side.. £2.00 for tartare sauce felt like a big chain not a local place
alan howie . 2024-11-01
MORE AT Google
Haddock & Chips, it's a must, delicious
Chris Paxton . 2024-10-31
MORE AT Google
Great service and very accommodating to our group of elderly people from Age UK
Joe Mark Billington . 2024-10-22
MORE AT Google
By far the best chip shop in the northeast. We travel 20 miles to go to Coleman's as there is no substitute when it comes to how good their fish & chips are
Old Style Gaming . 2024-10-22
MORE AT Google
Love this place , food outstanding. Very popular place. Just up the road from the beach. Fish fresh daily. Great service
Veronica . 2024-10-21
MORE AT Google
13.50 for chips and chicken nuggets and a couple of bottles if juice! Nice chips but the staff were abrupt and the queue was out the door waiting. You cannot see the food prep area either which is always suspect. Will not being going again. Not recommended.
Tom D . 2024-10-19
MORE AT Google
Busy, as expected for Saturday teatime but all in all very good. A little noisy but quick service, clean, modern tables, best of all, fabulous Colmans Feast. Fish & chips at their best.
Janet . 2024-10-15
MORE AT Google
Best fish supper in the UK. Cooked to perfection, not a bit of grease in sight. Been coming here for years even though it’s 35 miles from home. Photos on wall of customers; Patrick Stewart, Jo Brand, David Walliams and even David Milliband and Tony Blair all out for a great cheap feed.
Chris ches ey . 2024-10-15
MORE AT Google
First time visitors from Cambridgeshire
Kathleen Ryans . 2024-10-14
MORE AT Google
Called in here on our way up the coast. Heard they had award winning fish and chips. Lovely clean restaurant with lots of celebrity photos on the wall of past customers. Fish and chips were very good and didn’t disappoint.
Sharon W . 2024-10-12
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Absolutely amazing, has to be the freshest fish I have ever ate. Would definitely recommend them. Chips were amazing as well.
Stephen Wade . 2024-10-06
MORE AT Google
Fish and chips, does what it says really. Nothing standout. pretty hard to beat aberdeenshire fish though so tough test
Paul Benton . 2024-10-05
MORE AT Google
Richard and his team as usual performed great , friendly , professional , courteous and polite and the food was amazing , the Miller families favourite place , the staff Maria , Owen , Amy, Sid to name but a few are first class lovely people
Gary M . 2024-10-01
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Our banb host warmly recommended Colman's and we both had a splendid meal. Each component was of excellent quality and, it is worth emphasizing in these days of ever smaller portions,ample in quantity. I had my haddock poached rather than battered which is a very attractive option to me. That said, my wife's battered fish was superb. I must also mention the amazing tartare sauce, very obviously 'home' made. In my opinion, the price was extremely reasonable given the very high quality. We also valued very highly the comprehensive efforts to run the business sustainably. The staff were very pleasant and obliging. As chance had it, we were able to speak to the gentleman who had cooked our meal who clearly took great pride in his work. Don't hesitate. Charles Allison
Charles A . 2024-10-01
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Amazing food as always, one of our favourite places to eat, the only place to go for fish and chips! The staff are always friendly and welcoming.
Lyndz . 2024-09-28
MORE AT TripAdvisor
The food and service was excellent. However I was confused that they shut at 6pm as I would have liked to order the affogato for dessert. Google maps says they close at 7pm, which is probably why more people tried to enter but were turned away.
Whatupfoxxy . 2024-09-23
MORE AT Google
Really nice chippy 1st visit won't be last
Simon fenix gears fanatic . 2024-09-19
MORE AT Google
Tried the takeaway on recommendation of a friend...very glad we did! Top quality fish, chips, chicken, etc. Delicious! Thank you.
Daniel & Kim Shorto . 2024-09-17
MORE AT Google
Busy for a reason, very good fish and chips.
Zoe Ebbs . 2024-09-16
MORE AT Google
Visited after the GNR after having it recommended several times. It really didn’t disappoint, great atmosphere, the staff were amazing and the food was to die for. Best fish and chips I’ve had in years!
Bert . 2024-09-10
MORE AT Google
Fish and chips absolutely delicious. Sticky Toffee Pudding amazing
Brien Cox . 2024-09-08
MORE AT Google
Fish and chips especially tasty even though same company I find like others that dish is far better then at seafood temple ...staff very attentive and really nice... Come here once a week usually with friends well worth a visit for good old fish and chips and mushy peas mmmm
Mel M . 2024-09-04
MORE AT Google
Always great food and service wouldnt go anywhere else for fish and chips
Karen Perry . 2024-09-03
MORE AT Google
It was good but I was just visiting.
Scott Hudson . 2024-08-31
MORE AT Google
Other than hair in my food, the fish was good. I was taken aback though when I was told that the hair wasn’t in or cooked in the food. (See picture) So instead of giving me options the manager gave me another meal. Also, we ordered bread and butter - never got it. Ordered original coke - got diet. And the waiter was rude!
Jamie . 2024-08-30
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Great food and service. Busy bank holiday but customers well looked after.
Tom Keating . 2024-08-26
MORE AT Google
Always excellent food, fast service, very pleasant staff
Vicki Butler . 2024-08-26
MORE AT Google
Visited the takeaway today for dinner, the fish and chips were amazing and at s good price.....nicest I've had in a long while. Friendly staff and cooked to order. 😉😉
Glenn Young . 2024-08-25
MORE AT Google
No wonder they've been trading for a long time. The food was delicious and at a good price. Will definitely be back.
Steve Newman . 2024-08-22
MORE AT Google
Best chip shop in south shields. Food was lovely staff are great couldn't ask for more
joanne scott . 2024-08-21
MORE AT Google
Great place best fish and chips in the area
Peter Stebbing . 2024-08-19
MORE AT Google
Freshly cooked fish that this is done to perfection and hot chips. You won't be disappointed and once you've been you'll keep coming back Best in the area.
Gillian Cummings . 2024-08-19
MORE AT Google
Ordered take away fish chips and peas, received fish and chips, not rocket science but appears to be to some.
Mark Henshall . 2024-08-18
MORE AT Google
Fabulous place for great service friendly helpful staff and fantastic food well worth a visit xx
Heather Joinson . 2024-08-18
MORE AT Google
A gift for my 70th birthday and I can honestly say I had the superb food an best fish n chips ever ...and looking at the other dishes the others were having all had same to say. Superb food and staff .
stan c . 2024-08-16
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Whilst visiting South Shields, we thought we'd try fish & chips from Colmans as it was directly opposite our digs but also had pretty good reviews. We walked in to be greeted by a young man who I can only describe as looking like he was about to chuck himself off a cliff. He directed us to a table for 2 which was a little too close for comfort for my liking to the nice couple 6 inches away. The young man obviously reluctantly then found us a nice table next to the toilets. I found the fish & chips ok, a little greasy maybe but I can eat skin on the fish, my husband can't, so his experience wasn't as nice as mine food wise. The chips were lovely and the mushy peas very nice. The curry sauce lumpy and floury tasting. The stotty was quite doughy. Whilst eating a waitress passed me with a baby high chair and cracked one of the legs into mine. She could see that it hurt but her response was extremely disappointing. I got a watered down 'oops sorry' and that was it! The atmosphere in general throughout the waiting staff seemed very odd and strained. I won't be going there again as I value my limbs.
jackielovestom . 2024-08-15
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Was at South Shields to visit the beach on a lovely sunny day and decided I was hungry so asked a few locals where to eat and they all recommended to go to ocean road so I headed down there to look for a nice place to grab a bite. Saw Coleman’s fish and chip shop and thought to myself nothing beats a fish and chips on a summers day so popped in got for takeout and was immediately met with a very hostile response from the server. The lady was very aggressive and impatient though with another customer was very friendly who happened to be white British. Anyhow she got the fish and chips cooked and said how much salt I said just a small amount and to my dismay she poured pretty much half the container onto my fish and chips and smacked the box close in front of my face. Went in the car to eat the so called famous fish and chips and couldn’t believe how dry the fish was and how stale the chips were tasting as if they were reheated. Very racist server and terrible fish and chips go elsewhere all the reviews don’t tell the true story of this place as if they beg for good reviews?
Shaheed . 2024-08-15
MORE AT Google
Fine fish and chips. Local legend. Music can be too loud. Sometimes the staff seem too rushed and sometimes not.
Ian Miller . 2024-08-14
MORE AT Google
The best in the area for us visitors! On a par with Whitby’s best!
Gary Styles . 2024-08-12
MORE AT Google
Pensioner special, plenty fish and chips it was delicious
Marie Bottoms . 2024-08-04
MORE AT Google
Had it have not been for the one rude waiter with dark hair I would have left this place a better review. The food was nice & the other staff was friendly and polite but I can’t get over just how rude the waiter was. Awful service. He would benefit from some further training in customer service skills.
Megan Brown . 2024-08-04
MORE AT Google
Decent enough fish and chips but way overrated. The food arrived literally a minute after we ordered, which suggests it was not fresh. It was a meagre piece of cod covered in a huge amount of batter. Local people rave about this place but i cannot see what the fuss is. We tried the Colmans temple last year and was also unimpressed. It is not as good as fish and chips from some places in nearby areas like North Shields, Tynemouth and it is not even in the same league as some places in Whitby.
Johnny . 2024-08-04
MORE AT Google
First time here, the fish (cod) and chips were delicious!! Even a piece of lemon to squeeze on. Small queue (5pm) but didn't take long, I would definitely go here again. I gave 1 star less on service because the server seemed a little miserable but did her job perfectly, the guys behind the counter were more smiley. Not at all put off, that really was scrummy. Would certainly recommend.
Andy Stape . 2024-08-03
MORE AT Google
Always busy but staff always keep the queue moving forward. Worth it for the food.
Jan Thirk . 2024-08-02
MORE AT Google
Take out chippy tea- friendly staff and unreal food. Best chip shop in shields the sausage was unreal and garlic sauce! Worth every penny
Louise . 2024-08-01
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Went to colmans on ocean road. Certainly not up to standard. The chips were not at all nice and the fish I had had several large bones left in. Will not be returning.
Barbara Todd . 2024-08-01
MORE AT Google
The best fish and chips in the country!
Teresa Brady . 2024-07-31
MORE AT Google
A reliably high quality chippy. I've been a few times with friends and family, and the food never disappoints. Fish, chips, and vegetarian alternatives are always fluffy inside and crisp outside. Easily the best chippy in town. Only criticism is the popularity of the restaurant means there is often a line outside and lunchtime wait can be a bit long (20 mins or more). The staff also seem to be a bit overwhelmed by this. On some occasions I've had to wait in line outside despite multiple tables inside being available as the staff seem to want to slow things down inside. It's certainly worth the wait though.
mge . 2024-07-31
MORE AT Google
Fabulous haddock and chips. Fish was super flakey , perfectly cooked. Very friendly
bink . 2024-07-28
MORE AT Google
Tremendous fish and chips at Colmans, cod cooked to perfection, definitely be back again.
Phil Hawyes . 2024-07-26
MORE AT Google
Had the £12.80 prime cod deal. Everything was tasty but very stingy amount of chips!
Liam Raine . 2024-07-23
MORE AT Google
Great place for fresh fish and chips very popular with the older couples and gets very busy . Got to give it a try If your visiting.
John Plummer . 2024-07-16
MORE AT Google
Love Colman’s ocean road the fish and chips are fantastic. I have been coming to Colmans’s since 1965 , had a spell away in the forces but still go to ocean road. Cal in every Wednesday the staff are brilliant and friendly. Keep up the good work
James Lugg . 2024-07-10
MORE AT Google
Nice food , homemade mushy peas
Emma Goldsmith . 2024-07-09
MORE AT Google
Average fish and chips have definitely seen a change in the portion size and the taste. Fish served was thin and the handful of chips were dry/ tasteless and more like scragg ends.
Julie E . 2024-07-09
MORE AT TripAdvisor
These schedules may not be completely accurate on special days. Please always confirm with the restaurant
Similary restaurants in North East
640 Opinions
We stopped here for a snack today whilst in the local area. Really friendly staff, very clean cafe and a lovely selection of food. The cakes and tray bakes were amazing! We will be back. Thank you
21 Opinions
I recently had my Espresso machine services by coffee zone as well as buying some coffee to try. Unlike a couple of "highly recommended" espresso machine companies who couldn't even be bothered to return calls / emails / messages, Octavian was a joy to do business with. The coffee was really good also, great value and a good taste; in fact i'm going there today to buy some more!
822 Opinions
We visited today and as usual it was busy and lively. The front of house staff were fantastic and couldn’t have been more helpful. My only observation was that compared to previous visits the portion sizes have been cut, for example my wife ordered Scampi and received only 7 small pieces, I ordered the 3 meat Sunday Lunch with beef, lamb and chicken I got 2 nice pieces of beef but the piece of chicken was very small and I never found the lamb at all. What was served was all good quality, the vegetables were cooked nicely (for me anyway, firm rather than boiled within inches of existence) I hope this is just a blip which will be sorted next time we visit Thanks again to the FOH girls, spot on keep up the good work 👍
460 Opinions
Great service and top quality food . staff really friendly. would recommend 100% Easy wheel chair access and very clean