FishWorks - Swallow Street in City of London, Westminster

Amazing seafood and the way of cooking and serving the dishes is extremely mouthwatering. The taste every time is delicious and the staff who work there are extremely great.

On Sunday evening I called for fish and chips, and found a nice choice of fish for this (halibut) done in crispy batter with the chips and peas. Sometimes this is all I really want, and was glad to discover "Fishworks"!

A high class fishy restaurant; ie: we had a terrific fish and chips. Not what you find on a street corner, but an exquisit meal.

Loved it. Delicious fresh seafood and hip setting.

I had high hopes as the menu showed allergens clearly and it looked like simple food cooked well, but my experience here was poor. The dressed crab was not enjoyable as had lots of the cartilage pieces cut and mixed in with the crab meat, and the seabass did not taste fresh. We asked for the bill and then after waiting for 20 minutes got up and asked for it so we could leave to have dessert elsewhere. We were there on a Tuesday night and it was very empty when the surrounding resturants were busy... this is never a good sign. In all I would say this is an average resturant, with just above average pricing, but with so many other great resturants close by (i.e. Casa de Frango and Ziggy Green 5 minutes away) I won't visit here again.

Excellent food, service superb and a great choice of beer and wine. Highly recommended!

Last night, I had the pleasure of dining at your newly refurbished restaurant and let me tell you, the food wasn’t the only thing on the menu that was top-notch—so was the entertainment! The moment we walked in, we were greeted by Kat, the manager, who I’m convinced missed her true calling as a stand-up comedian. From the get-go, Kat had us in stitches with her quick wit and hilarious one-liners. She had us laughing so hard that we almost forgot we were there to eat! But don’t let her humor fool you—Kat runs a tight ship. The service was impeccable, and the food was absolutely delicious. According to Kat Fishworks is the only place in London that do the Tuna right ("Tuna here is soo rare that it will swim all they way to your table by itself" :D. The ambiance was warm and soo inviting, and we got to listen to the next door Bentley's jazz life band for the price of Fishworks! Highly recommend! The manager said she only takes tips in reviews so there you go! :)

Not too large a restaurant, and just tucked off the Main Street (although Vine St opposite is not much to look at), the location provides a respite from the hustle. Wid range of seafood choices, from your traditional fish & chips to Asian inspired flavours. The Devon crab is tasty and more readily enjoyed when dressed (de-shelled). The spicy mackerel was not so spicy but well balanced. Had to squeeze in the crumble & custard dessert!! Service is prompt, attentive and knowledgeable. Yanni was lovely and she took great care of us. Thank you!! This is my husband go to place when in London so you must try too!

The servici was good and Mishell was very good

Yes yes yes! We have eaten here 3 or 4 times over the years. Once again we have had a beautiful meal. Staff are really friendly and helpful . Can’t recommend you try this place enough. 5 or even 10 ⭐️.

We had a wonderful time and delicious fish! Not to be missed!

If you really love fish don’t go. Overly priced not even very fresh. The £9 fish soup is about 5 spoons of liquid, it has no taste of fish but only very salty tomato, and it came with a pathetically small slice of bread - the size of half a £5 note. Fish platter has little content. Spend over £100 for 3 including child but ate very little will never go back.

A bright cheerful space with good food. Sourdough platter was 6£ a pop but totally worth paying for!

The main meal and food was great. I disliked the dessert. Previously I had a realy good Apple crumble with custard. However, This time, the apples had been kind either caraelised before or cookd in a heavy syrup, which made the dish sickly sweet and spoiled the custard with the spreading sugary syrup

I've reviewed this place before and have also reviewed the other two Fishworks restaurants, one of which I shall never set foot in again. But, this place is different. In April I took a group friends here. They were bowled over by the quality of the food and the service and atmosphere. It was nothing new to me as I had been coming here for years and it was consistently good. If you've not been here you really should try it, especially if you have been disappointed by Fishworks, Catherine Street. This pace is on a different level altogether.

Fish Works is a culinary gem that offers an extraordinary dining experience for seafood lovers. From the moment you walk in, the ambiance sets the stage for an unforgettable meal. The decor is elegant yet inviting, with a touch of coastal charm that instantly makes you feel at home. The menu is a seafood lover's paradise, boasting an impressive selection of fresh, sustainably sourced options. Each dish is thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented, showcasing the chef's expertise and passion for seafood cuisine. The oysters were incredibly fresh, and the lobster bisque was rich and flavorful, with just the right balance of creaminess and seasoning. One of the highlights of our visit was the grilled sea bass, perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor. The accompanying sides were equally delightful, complementing the main dish without overpowering it. The wine list is extensive and well-curated, offering excellent pairings for every course. The service at Fish Works is impeccable. The staff is knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely passionate about providing a top-notch dining experience. They went above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of our meal was perfect, from the food and drink recommendations to the timely service. Fish Works is a must-visit for anyone seeking a memorable seafood dining experience. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a night out, this restaurant delivers on every front. Highly recommended! ---

Service by Damian was spectacular - he recommended the seabass, we also had a nice chat, will be back 👌

We had lunch at this amazing fish place the food was really good staff amazing and the place was extremely clean we really enjoyed our lunch good value for money

Excellent fish and chips, calm atmosphere and warm welcome ! The tartar sauce was truly delicious.

Great service and atmosphere. A quiet corner of the busy district. I ordered king scallops and fish&chips. Both are excellently prepared and beyond my expectation.

Visited in May 2024. I visited the Swallow Street store seven years ago and it was delicious, so I'm going back. I was very satisfied with the taste and service as expected. Visited in May 2024. I visited the Swallow Street store 7 years ago and it was delicious, so I'm back. The taste and service were just as I expected and I was very satisfied.

Very delicious fish foods are available… we tested oyster and seabuss.. really it was very well and taste was nice.. seabuss was cooked very nicely and simply since so fresh it was delicious. The oyster served was good and fresh. The prices are little high however nice foods are served.

Our server Damian was so attentive! Will definitely be back!

A bit expensive for what it was

Diana our hostess was so friendly, she makes sure that we are satisfied

I declared my allergy only to get a barrage of frustration

We went for dinner on Sunday evening, We had Devilled whitebait, prawns, mussels and scallops to start all real good , For mains we had prawn linguine, sea bass, bouillabaisse and the mixed fish platter all excellent desserts were also very good and the service excellent

I loved seafood there, and it's funny enough. A friend of mine today there, she enjoys as much just as I do.

I have often eaten in this restaurant and enjoyed it. This time was different. The food was fine but the service was execrable. Only six tables were eating, but the two waitresses made heavy weather of it. They made no effort to take our order at the start nor to provide the bill at the end. In the interim getting their attention was an equally serious challenge as they were both busy on their mobile phone rather than looking after customers. The bill included a 12.5% service charge. I declined to pay it. I also resented getting a £4.50 bill for four small pieces of bread. In quality restaurants you don't charge for bread.

Service was very good but food lacked flavor. 3 people in our party had the seared tuna. Seasoning on it was off and no one liked it. Oven roasted sea bass was very good but I had to add salt and some lemon. Side salad looked fresh but had no flavor again. The dressing seemed to be olive oil and water. Fish and chips should have been good but batter on fish was too greasy and did not stay on fish. Worst dinner of our week vacation.

Excellent, I will be returning and the price was very reasonable

We just visited here today Fishworks because we were nearby and we were very excited to try this place with my girlfriend. We have ordered oysters,scallops,lobster, prawns seabass.These were great.We also ordered some Sides spinach and broccoli.There was a cockroach in our spinach and I was about to put it in my mouth.It was incredible disgusting and made me question about their hygiene in the kitchen. Their reaction was ‘mistakes happen’ and if we wanted some dessert on the house?!?! Never going back in there again!

Good food and location perfect for resting when shopping

Friendly staff and very professional!

Don’t believe the grumpy reviews I’m at the Swallow St restaurant and the staff are great, the interior is great, the wine is great, the moules mariniere was great, the halibut beer battered fish n chips were fantastic Tremendous plaice 🤔! And I’ll be back Beautiful beautiful food

Good food, good service and a place that had a somewhat relaxed atmosphere. The scallop starter was really delicious too! Unfortunately couldn't get a photo of it.

Excellent fish and chips accompanied by a vintage prosecco. Booked with The Fork

Beyond good! Loved it. The halibut and the cod and chips are amazing. The lobster thermidor is to die for. The place is ALIVE!

Great fish at good prices, simple as that.

Sort of a regular in this place as we absolutely love it but just wanted to highlight the excellent service by Yanitsa! It always makes a huge difference when your service is fab. It is never only about the food! Thank you!

In typical tourist fashion, we searched for fish and chips near me and came across FishWorks. Three of us ordered it with cod, and I ordered it with halibut. The food was pretty good. Go with the cod option. Service was a little slow.

In typical tourist fashion, we searched for fish and chips near me and came across FishWorks. Three of us ordered it with cod, and I ordered it with halibut. The food was pretty good. Go with the cod option. Service was a little slow.

This restaurant has the most delicious garlic butter sauce I ever ate 🤤 lobster 🦞 and scallops are fresh and tasty 😋 definitely will come back to try their seafood pasta & fish and chip 😍

Loveley service, friendly waiters made us feel comfortable. Was not really busy, but not empty either. Food was top quality! Compliments to to the chef

We had a very short time in London and wanted to have an authentic English lunch of fish and chips. This restaurant went out of their way to accommodate our party of six. The server did an excellent job, all the fish is local and I even liked the mushy peas. Thank you for an enjoyable lunch.

Really enjoyable lunch. Excellent quality of fish for London. Impeccable and very kind service. We will definitely be back

Good choice for people who love seafood. a lot of wine / white wine or red wine for pairing with the food. 12.5% service charge will be included in the price after check bill

Really great service and lovely food

Very good fish and service. We will come back :)

Oula but it’s expensive for fish… afterward it’s well cooked but for the price! 😅 expressi martini at £12… Sol at £40, green bean at £8.50

When I finished ordering, the waitress casually asked if I wanted some bread and I said sure. Little did I know the bread is an extra £5.75 :( Upselling is a great tool but this just felt a bit disingenuous

Fresh fish, good service and prices!

Terrible service,not busy,used to be so good,would never return,2 waitresses could not be bothered.

Food is excellent and the portion size is very good. Quaint and comfortable place to eat and the staff are knowledgeable and friendly.

Amazing service and lovely fish and chips!

Nonostante la zona centrale gode di calma perché non è sulla strada principale. Il locale è bello anche se il cassiere non è stato molto simpatico.

Terrific seafood in a central location. As good as the Covent Garden version which I loved too. Servers were friendly and attentive. It was not busy at all when I visited at 1pm on a Sunday. Very reasonable prices for such good produce and wine. Only critique is the battered cod could do with less time in the fryer - flesh was a bit chewy but still enjoyable. The atmosphere and sensible menu makes this restaurant suitable for almost any occasion, from casual lunch to dinner with the in-laws.

Best fish restaurant in UK. Best service ever.

Great fish restaurant. The food and service was great. Very quiet mid afternoon. Everything is cooked to perfection. The staff were both friendly and efficient. We have been to the Covent Garden restaurant too. Both are very good. One of our favourite restaurants in London.

I thoroughly enjoyed everything! The Bouillabaisse was bursting with flavor and had plenty of seafood, and those king scallops were both huge and incredibly tasty, especially with the bread crumbles. Desserts didn't disappoint either; the apple and raspberry crumble was large enough to share, and while the espresso panna cotta wasn't the prettiest, it was delicious. Definitely worth a try!

The food was delicious, the wine good and the service perfect. As visitors in London, we loved the kindness of the staff. Design is nice, simple, timeless, just right . Going back for sure next time in London !

The ambiance, service, and food at this remarkable restaurant are too be desired. Had an incredible dining experience and eagerly anticipate returning.

Best fish restaurant in London. The food was excellent. Teresa, our waitress was excellent. It's a bit on the pricy side, but you definitely get what you pay for! I'll add a photo of my dish(roasted sea bass), but it was so good I started eating before the photo

Ein tolles Restaurant mit delikaten Gerichten. Die Fischsuppe ist top

Simply delicious and in my opinion reasonably priced for London.

The food arrived cold after 1 hour of waiting. The fish was over cooked. For the price of 30£ per portion this was a horrible experience.

Excellent service and really good quality produce, although there were some mistakes in the cookery: the sea bream was a little dry, the breadcrumbs on my scallop were not in the oven long enough and were, therefore, soggy rather than crunchy (but super tasty!). That said, I'd definitely go back as there were plenty of dishes in the menu that I'd like to try.

We came here because the place was recommended to us! We loved the oysters and the wine. My issue was the main dish, I totally understand that the place a seafood but if you can’t handle more than that, you should not have offer it. I ordered the seafood linguine and it was the worst seafood pasta I ever had. The sauce was out of a can and it had only very minimal of seafood. Very disappointing, I really enjoyed everything else, my point is, stay in your lane of offering seafoods and don’t venture to other cousins.

If I can put more starts, I'd have put 10 stars! Their customer service was amazing and made our dinner special for sure. Took my non British friend to try fish and chips and she absolutely loved it. I highly recommend this restaurant for anyone!

Un excellent fish and chips ! Nous avons également commandé des moules marinières très bonnes. Le service est très bien mais payant (12 livres environ)

Essen war sehr gut, Service war leider sehr unmotiviert (immer wieder musste nach Bestellungen nachgefragt werden), Restaurant war kalt, steril.

Very tasty and fresh seafood. Loved every bit of it. Service is a bit slow and needs improvement.

Excellent food but poor service. We asked for 2 courses and they arrived immediately. Must have been sitting around stewing

Drafts table near the door, then asked if we wanted water even before we sat down, turned out to be the start of things to come. We had booked the table, specifying the festive menu, only to be told that it wasn’t available, despite being advertised. The quality of the food was average, the rocket salad looked like it had been sitting around for weeks and the plates were cold for the main course. The meal was expensive and the quality of staff was poor, no care and attention to detail. Never again

The food was delicious and the service was amazing. Our waitress Yanitsa was very friendly and attentive.

We have a lovely time with our baby girl there, food was tasty and our waiter Yanitca was excellent. Highly recommended

A nice restaurant in a quiet lane off regents Street. No reservation required and late lunch allowed. They changed my tuna carpaccio because I didn't like the sauce even though I had eaten some. Nice service and friendly staff.

Muy buen restaurante para comer pescado fresco. Fish and chips de lujo

Absolutely faultless. Celebrating my wife's birthday, booked a table a few days before, got there a little early but they were very accommodating. The atmosphere was relaxed and chilled, smart and spacious.The service was spot on, friendly, professional, knowledgeable and helpful. The lady with the Red hair, Kristela I think, was exceptional (Thank you for a wonderful evening). We decided to skip starters and side orders and just share 4 main courses. EVERY dish we ordered was gorgeous (sea bass, mackerel, monkfish and linguine). The wine was excellent (vinho Verde). The prices were all very reasonable considering how perfect the food and wine were. I will definitely be going again the future and I'd highly recommend it to anyone.

Ordered the Platter and lots of fish to share. Tier 1 – Crispy fried fish and samphire Tier 2 – Filleted grilled sea bass, wild prawns, scallops and sea bream Tier 3 – Fresh oysters, mussels, clams, Devon crab and crevettes on ice Highly recommended this as an option. The staff are very friendly and attentive.

This place has become very expensive and the service is now perfunctory. I paid £25 for a bowl of pasta to be told they 'don't do parmesan'. I have used this place over the past 3-4 years but I will not be going back. Shared oysters, two mains and a bottle of wine £175 !! No pudding or any real service.

Nous avons manger un fish and chips délicieux !! L’assiette était bien garnie Super serveur très sympas avec nous

Be aware of the extra service fee when you are checking the menu outside. “Anything to drink?” “Water” - Boom £5 water

Το εστιατόριο αυτό σερβίρει φρέσκο ψάρι μεγάλο ή μικρό ψητό ή τηγανιτο ή καί σε κακαβιά. Έχει πολύ ωραίο κρασί. Εάν είσαι λάτρης του θαλασσινού φαγητού Έχει τά πάντα καί τά βλέπεις όλα στην βιτρίνα. Μου θυμίζει καλά εστιατόρια στη Πειραϊκή. Πρέπει να κλείσεις τραπέζι πριν πας

Nice restaurants in a side street with rather higher prices but really delicious. We’ve had fish and chips and it was super good!

Absolutely immaculate cod fish and chips. The batter was light yet present and the fish was delightfully flaky. A wonderful bite when combined with the tartar sauce and great chips. Recommend pairing with their simple side salad; the red onion and dressing go well with the meal. Service could be a lot better, however. Wasn’t happy paying their service fee when I was frequently forgotten about. Only excuse one of the servers could offer was that “it was a busy night.” Overall happy I found this on my last night in London. Beats a couple other speciality fish and chips joints I came across. Just be weary of mediocre service.

The only comment I have That they cut the bread without gloves and they serve it

Great fresh monkifish. A little bit on pricier side but worth it.

Good staff and service but was served the worst lobster thermidor I have ever eaten, the fish soup was ok but not great. Very average restaurant.

Great service from staff. Food was mixed but above average.

I don't quite know how to describe this place. The service was good the sharing fish platter seemed although perhaps there could have been more.. sadly I was sick afterwards. Must have been the Oysters since my partner was fine and she did not eat the oysters. Difficult to recommend somewhere that poisons you.

Ich war heute zuerst mit meiner Schägerin im Restaurant und haben den leckersten Fish&Chips bekommen, den ich persönlich gegessen habe. Das lag sicher auch an der total netten Bedienung. Zwischendrin sind auch unsere 2 Töchter dazu gekommen und wollten nur eine Portion Fish&Chips zum teilen. Das war alles kein Problem.. das Restaurant kann ich wirklich nur empfehlen!

A good two course lunch, served with a smile! The two waiters were efficient and seemed to know the food menu and wines.

There is a nice ambience inside. Not at all busy. The reviews seem genuinely positive and we are fish lovers. It was a standard experience. The food was satisfactory. Time management was good as our food came out at a reasonable time. My belly is a little volatile this morning . The tiered option was nicely presented. More for 3 plus persons than one .

Went in for late 2pm lunch of fish and chips. Best I have ever had (also most expensive I have ever had @29GBP) but worth it!

Outstanding oysters, sublime scallops and tasty tuna. Efficient and friendly staff.Enjoyed lunch date here very much :-)

The environment and the service was the only nice thing about the restaurant. The mixed fried were good, we ordered the linguine, for the Italians please read at your own risk after this point. Now, onto the culinary odyssey! We dared to order the linguine, priced at a princely 16.5 pounds each – clearly, a dish fit for royalty, or so we thought. But here's where the plot thickens, or should I say "thins." The linguine arrived looking like they had been involved in a pasta showdown and lost spectacularly. They were cut into at least A THREE pieces, possibly in a futile attempt to make them easier to handle, or perhaps it was just a case of pasta REBELLION. This is called minestra in italy. The real kicker, though, was the seasoning saga. It was like they held a cooking Olympics with a "let's do it separately" theme. First, they cooked the mussels, then gave the tomato a thorough workout, and finally, they gave the pasta a over spa treatment in boiling water untill it was overcooked. Only after this marathon of individual endeavors did they decide to throw everything together like a surprise party gone horribly wrong. In the immortal words of culinary wisdom, "If you can't cook it, don't put it on the menu." Let's just say, this linguine dish was like a symphony of chaos, a culinary adventure on the wild side. Bon appétit, or should I say, brace your taste buds and sense of humor! 🍝😂

I've eaten at FishWorks many times in the past. In fact, just about every time I come to London, including twice in July, 2023, as well as this trip in October, 2023. The last few times the service has been a bit off, but tonight it was execrable. I arrived on time, with few others in the restaurant. It took the "server" 15 minutes to find her way back to me to take my order, even though I had put the menu down and had opened my book, while she stood ten feet away chatting with another server, studiously ignoring me and everyone else in the restaurant. Once I ordered I never saw her again. My food came quickly, and she never once came to inquire about my meal. I finished my meal, and once again she was nowhere to be seen while I reopened my book and once again began reading, in full view of all the staff. I'll report this to my hotel, which in the past has recommended FishWorks, and suggest that they scout for a different, better restaurant. And rest assured, I won't be back to FishWorks ay time soon.

Been wanting to come here for some time now however I'm so disappointed that I did. The food was average at best and the service was terrible. It took 25 minutes to get some sourdough and at the end of the meal it took nearly 15 minutes to get a bill. The staff weren't attentive, plenty of them around but just not paying attention. Visited on 11th October 2023 at 7.30pm. Should have gone back to Bentleys next door. Far superior.

We arrived at about 1pm to find the restaurant about half full and a pleasant atmosphere. We were shown straight to our table and water was brought. After looking at the menu we made our choices and our order was taken efficiently by our waitress....