Based on 486 opinions finded in 1 websites

Based on 486 opinions finded in 1 websites
Nº 2 in 422 in Winchester
Nº 2 of 10 Seafood in Winchester
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Have been to shoal many times and what is fabulous the food is as amazing every time cooked to perfection. Batter that melts on your tongue simple delicious 😋 the staff always very polite and it’s spotlessly clean . A real treat .
Julie A . 2025-04-01
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We had a fantastic visit to shoal. The food was amazing. Full of flavour and the chips were some of the best I’ve had. The service was 10/10 and our server Bethany was very prompt and served us with a smile. Spectacular service.
Peter . 2025-03-22
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The staff are genuinely cheery and helpful. The chips are made on site from fresh potatoes and the fish battered and then immediately cooked. They even make their own bread which is delicious. Tea comes in a nicely large tea pot. Would be perfection if the tartar sauce were not so poor. Why make everything else in house and then serve factory made, poor quality tartar sauce? At home I make mine in minutes with chopped capers, gherkins and parsley (also dill if I have some) mixed into mayonnaise with a squeeze of lemon juice. So quick and easy. This wont stop me coming back but in future I'll have a little pot of my own tartar sauce in my pocket!
indetraveller . 2025-03-20
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Very impressed with Shoal. Great service and well cooked tasty food. The lunch deal was great value. Best fish and chips I’ve had for ages. Nice restaurant which offered complimentary water either still or sparkling. Nice cup of tea with lunch.
Janie-121 . 2025-03-19
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Exceptional!! They were able to cater to my daughter with multiple allergies, and it felt very safe and she doesn’t get to eat out often. The service was very welcoming, and they went beyond to make us feel comfortable. They had even thought of an activity pack for children. My four year old said ‘I am really enjoying this!’ The fish and chips was also incredibly delicious and very generous. Very, very good. It’s no wonder that they are so busy. Thank you. We will be back!
Kat H . 2025-03-16
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I’ve always been a fan of pie and chips, but the standard of pie you get in some chippies these days is the same as you get from the supermarkets. But at Shoal I have found the pies to be fantastic. These are handmade, with lovely pastry. The chunks of meat in the beef pies are delicious. The waitress in the take away says they are made by Karolina on site. I’ve had to join the gym to counter the effects. The chips are brilliant as well. If you’re in Winchester and fancy pie and chips, Shoal is the place to go.
Ben B . 2025-01-25
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We were a large group of ladies booked for lunch after a tour of Winchester College. The tour ran over time and so The Shoal had just closed. The manager kindly reopened which meant all staff hadextend their shift to accommodate us. Jess, the waitress on our table was amazing. She was patient, kind and so efficient. Thankyou. We'll be back!! Sylvia
Sylvia K . 2025-01-23
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Visited Shoal today with my husband and friends. It was busy, but luckily we were seated straight away. The food was amazing, beautifully cooked and plentiful. My husband who is a big fish and chips fan said it was the best he'd had. What made it more special was the service and all the very friendly staff. Tara especially looked after us extremely well and made sure we had every we wanted. We will certainly be back to try more from the menu.
Jan F . 2025-01-15
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Family of four had a fine time here. Its a smarter setting than any fish and chip shop I have ever been to, very much a premium offering. Food quality was excellent, sides offerings were really good and service was also good. We all loved the gelato. Almost bang on £100 for four meals, with dessert and a drink each, which feels like a lot for a "fish supper" but this isnt your average chippy! Would recommend.
Delgoestravelling . 2025-01-12
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Superb chips ! Amaxing place , warm friendly , and first class service. Would recommend, i’m a fish and chip lover, eaten in so many establishments. This is one of the best ! If visiting Winchester well worth a visit
Relax56153086950 . 2025-01-08
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I totally loved my perfectly cooked chips and scampi. Shoal’s packaging means that my take away remained crisp. This is so often not the case. TOP MARKS TO THE TEAM!
Lisa G . 2024-11-20
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Evening was made difficult for staff by a horribly large table (kids wandering, lots of time taken to order extra bits and bobs, etc), but staff coped well under difficult circumstances, did their best to accomodate those who were hoping to book a table, and the food was delicious. Which is really the main thing. Gorgeous fish and chips, and a fine selection of gelato flavours.
Kevin M . 2024-11-10
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First time visiting Shoal’s in Winchester. We sat at the counter because they were expecting a large party. We were able to speak to the chef Billy and ask a lot of questions before ordering our meal with Tara. It was great fun watching them prepare the meals. Tara stopped by frequently asking us if we were happy with our meals and what did we think of them. My husband totally enjoyed the rock salmon and I had the fish pie which was delicious. Friendly, busy restaurant but outstanding personal service.
Brie . 2024-09-13
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Excellent rock salmon and chips !!! Came with a group and we were all served quickly by friendly staff who brought up delicious plates of food !!! Loved the ketchup, mayo and tartare sauce lots too alongside unlimited refills of chips. This is fish and chips done well !!!
EnglandJoe . 2024-09-12
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The best fish and chips in Winchester. Especially good as they do a great gluten free selection of food. Will definitely be back. Thank you.
Jonathanhb . 2024-08-01
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Great food, the fish pie was excellent and limitless chips a bonus. The service was friendly, understated but genuinely attentive. Good value. All made for a lovely meal.
James M . 2024-07-30
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Excellent restaurant. We met some family there and sat outside. Our server was Chris, the manager, and he was excellent. Very friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. We all ordered the fish and chips which were excellent! We felt the restaurant was fairly priced. They have a nice indoor seating area as well as patio space. We would all highly recommend Shoal anytime you are in Winchester. They also make their own gelato too. The Lemon Meringue was amazing!
Amy R . 2024-07-28
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Deliciously battered haddock and cod served with a smile by a charming Tara who could not have been more thoughtful or helpful especially as we had baby Emma with us. We had not booked but a table for found for us four, 8 month old Emma included, a high chair provided and we were made most welcome. Thank you.
MALINI W . 2024-07-26
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