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3.8

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Nº 418 in 664 in Harrow

Nº 6 of 6 Seafood in Harrow

CUSTOMERS TALK ABOUT DISHES WITH..batteredfishpayoldfriedcookedcodchickensalad

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Rude waitress. We found a hair in our food. Baby chair that was provided was filthy. Really horrible experience - never going back

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Abbas . 2024-09-29

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.this is a lovely family run fish restaurant. with daily fresh fish cut on the premises, wide variety on menu. very well stocked on soft and alcoholic drinks. now for the kids and adults alike they have a new ice cream selection including cones. very fresh vibrant flavours not like the usual high st shops

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Stewart B . 2024-07-17

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Skipjacks drops a star since my last review Quality of food The fish is still great, and breaks into nice flakes but the batter, and craftmanship has declined. Not a fan of skin left on on. See how it started vs how its going. Chips are still perfect, however we left this time with an after taste from the oil. Service The restaurant smelt a bit of cleaning fluid, which wasn’t entirely pleasant. The staff concentrate on upselling to the point of discomfort but lack product knowledge for more expensive items, where they could naturally increase revenue. For example ask them about the per person fish meze thing and they can’t tell you anything about it. Management should get some photos Value for money 16.95 for cod and chips 12.50 for three cod bites & chips for kids. (Its suffered shrinkflation as used to be 4) but why is the price that high? Perhaps reasonable for teenagers but they’re not priced right for under 5s. Should have a rethink. Overall, we left not happy but this place has a little of credit in the bank. We’ll give another go

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Bottrell . 2024-05-11

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best seafood meal delivery we have ever ate. We had a fish kebab with rice, grilled cod, fried whitebait, grilled calamari and Greek salad. All arrived fresh and was better than fish meal we have had for may years. Top quality and very tasty. Not cheap - but you cannot get such quality cheaply... Service was great too - we have made a mistake with the order and had to phone them - and they corrected the order for delivery without any problem, being professional and polite. We normally buy at Skip Jacks fish and chips (customers for over 35 years now) - but this grilled seafood was so good we are going to order it in the future. Thank you for a great dinner !!!

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Navigate19767981122 . 2023-09-30

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Chips are delicious, I’ve been here a few times, it would be great if they offered vegetarian battered sausages.

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Michee2014 . 2023-08-06

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Really tasty chips! I have no idea how they achieve the delicious chips. I’ve lowered the mark as the fish quality has declined. Large fish feels smaller and is so flat like the thinnest fillet and it’s under seasoned. First time I ate here the fish was simply scrumptious. However with the high price and low quality it’s not worth it anymore.

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Tia011 . 2023-07-28

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Skipjacks has been a Family favourite for years where the staff are friendly. This time we returned for family reunion and celebration. Between us we had various kinds fish and chips including Plaice Fillet coated in matzah meal, Fish Kebabs, and chips with sides of peas, mushy peas and salads. Served with the Chips big and chunky. The mushy peas are traditional. The salad is rough cut nothing delicate. This is traditional, old school Fish & Chips done well. Accept that and you'll have a great meal.

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victoriafoody . 2023-06-05

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Uber eats delivery last night. Fried halibut dry and crispy, delicious ! Grilled plaice on the bone , huge fish , perfectly cooked couldn’t have been any more perfect ! Top restaurant quality food delivered on a moped .Chips fabulous . Couldn’t resist a pickled onion . Well it was a takeaway ! Been a customer for 35 years and this was the best yet.

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LorezoLondon . 2023-05-19

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We always get a takeaway but I’m told eating in is always good. Top quality and a tried & tested method. Some say it’s the best anywhere. A v loyal following for good reason. They know what they know and continue to get it right!

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MSM848 . 2023-05-10

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What a load of rubbish. Bought a portion of chips. Apart from 2 proper fat hot chips, all the remaining portion was cold dried up small scraps. Absolutely disappointed. Even the wooden fork the lady gave me couldn't poke them. Had to use my hands and throw most of them away. Been coming here for 30 years. Never again. Good job you're shutting fir the holidays. Serviing horrible, cold food. Shame on you lot.

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prab2 . 2023-04-06

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Once apon a time this fish restaurant was in my opinion one of the best !!!! But now I after a couple of visits it has dramatically gone down hill .... Will not be back as over priced and pour quality

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daniellelN7417FE . 2023-02-04

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Went again last week for a take away, this place is the best for fish and chips, been there so many times when I lived in Kenton, now I have a home on a seaside, rubbish fish and frozen chips

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Hitssss . 2022-11-22

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Found Skipjacks through the National Federation of Fish Fryers directory and saw that they had a quality mark for award winning fish and chips. So when we realised we could come home from a trip out via here we stopped off and wasn’t disappointed. They have a takeaway and a restaurant, which is decorated in a very traditional way. So when you order your food it comes fresh from next door. The chips were done perfectly and the Cod was incredible, perfectly cooked and beautiful large flakes of fish on the plate. We also ordered childrens portion of fish fingers and chips, which was above what we would expect to pay for a toddler portion (£9.90) however their ‘fish fingers’ was again beautiful white fish accompanied by their chips. The quality here is miles above what you see from the majority of fish and chip shops in cornwall, and of the high standard you might see next to the sea somewhere like cornwall. If however they wanted to elevate themselves they could make their own tartare sauce and not charge £2.65 for a cup of tea! But that’s the only things. If a competitor reads this and wants to know how to compete, so some courses with the national federation of fish fryers and you won’t go wrong. Worth travelling to eat.

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Bottrell . 2022-10-29

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I have not been here for 25 years as I moved to south coast, I had to come back to Kenton to check all my properties rented out with Harrow council, fish and chips are still like in the old days, beautiful, will get another take away next time and eat it in wives car so she has to clean the grease up

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Hitssss . 2022-10-17

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I am so upset to write this review. I ordered ribs, chips and fish for an early Friday evening meal with my hubby . The ribs were completely inedible. They were tough and tasteless as if they had been incompletely cooked. I rang the restaurant several times but couldn’t get through. I ended up starving. My hubby fish was just ok the chips we shared were ok but we’d ordered medium and seemed to get a small portion. I think to send food like that out is careless and unacceptable. The number of times I have been disappointed used to be infrequent at Skipjacks but now inconsistency is the norm. That’s almost £50 including delivery costs. Money wasted. I won’t be doing that again.

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Tia011 . 2022-09-17

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Visited as local closed - not disappointed. Had the Fish soup, very fresh and tasty. Fish noticeably more expensive now but worth it, very well cooked and tasty, fried cod and grilled plaice fillet. Small chips very nice and the Greek salad, mouth watering and exuding lots of Feta! A very nice meal and fully satisfied. Service excellent!

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Mike W . 2022-08-05

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As a long time fan of Skipjacks this was our first visit since lockdown But we chose to celebrate my birhtday on a day restaurant was closed but take away open. The lovely man hearing it was a family outing to celebrate my 86th birthday said ok, just come. And we had the usual high quality fish and chips, not to mention delicious whitebait and mezze. Plus good icecream with wide choice of flavours.

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V6736ZRjeang . 2022-08-02

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I popped into Skipjacks after a long time. I think a paid more then average price for a cod, chips and 2 saveloy, The fish was overcooked and rubbery, the only think that was good was the chips, the saveloy was cold and didn't taste meaty at all. I think I won't be going there in the near future.

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BharatLad . 2022-05-04

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The chips have changed and not for the better. I ordered a late meal and couldn’t wait to dig into the lovely chips. They’re also delicious fluffy and soak the salt and vinegar up nicely. This time it was crunchy like fries and that delicious...

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Tia011 . 2021-08-07

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Food is fantastic. The fish soup is amazing. Highly recommend. Portions are a good size. Fish is always cooked to perfection.

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FatAliTurk . 2021-06-06

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I 've been going to Skipjacks since school days and there food is always lovely. Best Fish and chip shop I know in London. Might be a long queue there on a Friday or Saturday evening.

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amosf914 . 2021-04-04

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I went to a meal at skipjacks with my family and the service we received was exceptional. The waiters were friendly and efficient and maintained high standards. The food is the best in London without a doubt, I had the cod and chips and it...

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Jenny_taylor89 . 2020-10-12

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We've had mixed experiences here and it's gone from being one of our top 3 chippies to below average. Once in a blue moon the chips are nice but the fish and other elements are very variable. The last experience was the last straw. The...

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Tia011 . 2020-10-09

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I've been frequenting Skipjacks for years, probably at least about 15 years since my Harrow school and college days. I remember asking periodically whether the chips are fried separately to other products such as haddock, sausages etc. I was told in no uncertain terms that...

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Heli05 . 2020-10-03

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This used to be our usual fish and chips place. But following 2 very disappointing take away meals this is no longer the case. On both occasions the fish was wrapped in a way that made it stick to the paper and just fall to...

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Antonino M . 2020-09-06

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It was good to hear the takeaway has opened and they continue to produce good food and lovely friendly staff. They are trying to open the restaurant soon under new rules. Looking forward to eating there again.

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Exquisitetaste2020 . 2020-07-07

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My wife and I have been going to Skipjacks for years. I do not eat fish out at any other restaurant as nobody produces anything close to theirs. The fish is consistently superb and I guess that is why it is always busy. May they...

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paulbJ1878KK . 2020-05-05

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The place is trading on it’s previous reputation. The chips are not bad but everything else is average. The batter is too thick on the fish, the grilled fish can be good but the standard is not consistent. On the last occasion it tasted off....

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Tia011 . 2019-12-12

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This restaurant and take-away has been around for years. Consistently good and extremely reasonable. Massive portions and always top quality. Very unpretentious but the best fish and chips anywhere. Have recommended to many friends who feel exactly the same.

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callemargarita . 2019-12-01

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I've moved to Brighton recently and whenever I'm in Harrow, I have to visit Skipjacks. I love their grilled plaice and Greek salad. IT's so lovely that they remember me whenever I go back too. I feel gutted that there's nothing like Skipjacks in Brighton.

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Abi S . 2019-11-29

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Not much else to say other than this has for a long time been the best fish restaurant in north London, maybe in all london

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LeighR229 . 2019-10-18

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We went for lunch and received large portions of well-cooked fish and chips .Three of us had different mains and were all satisfied and full enough to go with just the one course.Service was friendly and the meals were freshly cooked within 20 minutes of...

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argart . 2019-10-02

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Not a lot more to say other than very good fish and chips. The haddock was done beautifully. Chip's crispy on the outside, fluffy inside. Delicious...

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HirenHH . 2019-09-29

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I went to this restaurant with family and friends and since that time I have kept going back as it has the best quality fish and the servicewhi are very kind and helpful. Highly recommended

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Drita m . 2019-08-24

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absolutely superb restaurant with a very loyal clientele.They also offer a fresh fish service due to the paucity of fresh fish shops.The takeaway next door does a roaring trade and it's very pleasant to come out not smelling of the "fryer"Heartily recommend to anyone wanting fresh and tasty fish which they offer either in batter or matzo meal or grilled.

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Anthonyhblake . 2019-07-29

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This place is very busy as they are well known for the fish and chips they serveAlways made fresh on siteThe chips are great and authentic with your favourite fish to choose fromGreat place to get your takeaway and enjoy with the family and friends

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Kajolrani . 2019-06-07

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I have been going here since I was a child and I am never disappointed! However I always get a take away and have never actually eaten in the restaurant.

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kimkw19 . 2019-05-25

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This is good for veggies as they have a separate fryer for chips if you ask them to fry your portion separately.

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Nishma8 . 2019-03-05

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My first visit but highly rated by discerning friends and acquaintances over many years. One can't book so need to be there before 19.30 to avoid queuing/disappointment. Parking nearby can also be challenging at any time due to plethora of restaurants in the area. Very impressed by the grilled halibut in garlic. Excellent Greek salad and the chips were o.k. Our group all enjoyed their fish dishes too.

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quipshotm . 2019-03-03

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We have tried fish & chips in hundreds of locations over the years usually disappointed. Skipjacks’ cod was cooked to perfection! So moist & flaky. The batter was light & crispy without an oily exterior. Outstanding!

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CBNKF . 2019-02-20

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Our 3rd visit to this restaurant in as many years On previous occasions I have always

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msugarm . 2019-02-20

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This is my local fish and chip shop; I live 2 minutes away!. I have been coming here for 20 years. It has always had a good reputation which it has upheld over the years. The staff are so friendly and always look after me. I have tried many different thinks here, but my main meals are either battered mushrooms and chips or cod and chips. I love both. They give good portions which I can never finish - Even the smallest portion of chips is too big for me, and I love my food.

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kimkw19 . 2019-02-18

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This is not just “fish and chips” but a solid down to earth fish restaurant. Yes they also serve the usual battered stuff, but the grilled Halibut, Dover Sole, Baked Sea Bass, Cajun cod etc. makes for something different and is better quality than most of the fine dining places in central London I normally review that cost double the price for half the portion. The decor is pretty basic but the place is popular so some evenings the queue can stretch down the road and the staff do sometimes get overwhelmed.....Personally, I prefer to have lunch here and food is always well received by my guests. You will see from my reviews I dine at a lot of restaurants and I have to say the food here is up there with the best of them, take a bow Skipjacks.

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TKTK1111 . 2019-02-17

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Very tasty. What more could you want from your local? Well... Friendly service. Check. Value for money. Check. Great dining in option. Check.

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ChrisC16 . 2019-01-20

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2nd visit and equally as good we were with friends who visit on a regular basis and we understand why The fish is absolutely splendid cooked as you would expect good portions with excellent service I always have the cod but a large choice available

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msugarm . 2018-12-14

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Not visited for a few years as moved out of the area but still the best fish and chip restaurant and takeaway I've been to and the standards haven't dropped. If you are in the area is well worth a visit. Tables are first come first serve and Fridays are always busy so might have to que but will worth the wait. Highly recommended.

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richardeH3018OG . 2018-11-27

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On a cold Friday evening after work we fancied some fish and chips. Skipjacks is local to us and we occasionaly queue up in the busy take away but tonight we thought we'd eat in. We arrived at 6pm and it was just us with 1 other table occupied. We ordered 2 x cod and chips, 1 mushy peas, 1 onion rings and 2 soft drinks. The portions were good, the fish chunky and delicious, chips were good too. We finished and were ready to leave around 7.15pm and by now the place was half full. Apparently it gets really busy around 7.30-8pm. It seats around 50. The staff all men were polite, friendly and efficient. The bill came to just under £37 and with a tip on top we decided that it was something we wouldn't do too often but as a little treat occasionally is fine.

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Lynn H . 2018-10-27

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The famous Skipjacks in Streatfield Road,Stanmore.Always known for its exceptional quality food,whether you eat in or take away.Can't be beaten....ENJOY.

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jeff c . 2018-10-18

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Everyone in that place had the face of a slapped backside. No enthusiasm and no passion. Poor customer service, it was so dull and lazy. They just want your money.

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Merked6969 . 2018-09-13

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good enough fish and chips presented with no garnish and at a price that was 50 percent more than other places

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lewis_stephen8 . 2018-07-19

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We are costumers of Skipjacks for decades now. When you enter you smell the sea. It seriously transfers you to a seaside despite its located miles away.

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georgeemmaant . 2018-07-14

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Where do I begin? This is a high standards seafood restaurant and more. The fish and meats are always fresh and cooked to perfection. The service is admirable and the owners are wonderful, friendly and open hearted. George and Crysoulla are just wonderful. The staff are very polite, efficient, knowledgeable about their food, ingredients and cooking process. Everyone in this restaurant and next door to their take away are professionasls with years of experience. They have an extensive experience on how to prepare a high quality fish and run their business. Their menu includes a large variety of fish, cooking options and some meaty treats. You can have butter or matzo which are very tasty and light, homemade tartare sauce, grilled or fried seafood, salads, kebabs, chicken and spare ribs. Their apple pie and vanilla ice cream is so light, full of taste, apples, raisins, cinammon. They have a nice selection of drinks and coffees. High class quality seafood and meats. Highly recommend.

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georgemmaant . 2018-06-16

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We've just been v disappointed with a late supper of half a skate wing, (not the full portion that we paid for) and very watery mushy peas. I'd given them a chance after noting their inconsistency - sometimes the food is amazing, at other times it's very poor. We've foolishly given them the benefit of the doubt even though we've been very let down. I've been 3 times this year. Today the quality was just insulting. We ordered this meal before and it was great - at the prices they charge, you expect the quality to be consistent. We've given up on them!

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Tia011 . 2018-06-15

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This restaurant is divided into 2 sections. One is a pretty standard take-away chippy.

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Melvyn A . 2018-05-29

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First visit to Skipjacks for lunch with two friends today. Had the fish cakes. My only complaint - they were too big and I could only manage one! Took the other home. Best fish cake I have had. The portions were extra generous and I think next time I'll have to share! I could not select a rating because none of the options worked when I clicked on them!

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Susan F . 2018-04-05

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I've been to the restaurant around 4 times. Each time I came the fish and chips were lovely, fresh and crispy. However they always have way too few waiters in the restaurant (normally only 1, rarely 2). It takes ages to call someone over to ask for something, and often they've forgotten my order because they've got so many other orders to think about.

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Elektrolite . 2018-02-22

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Friday we decided to treat the family and friends to dinner, we had been using skipajacks for years. We had a large order and on arrival home we did not have the fish. We called and they apologised for their mistake but said "mistakes happen" I was shocked to hear that. But they agreed to replace the fish as they had another order going by taxi and they would send the fish in the taxi. They advised we should have it in 15 mins. Half an hour later we received a call from the driver who told us he was lost. We provided directions to receive a call a couple of mins later to say he was outside no 34. We live at 20 the other street down. The driver asked us to walk to him for our delivery. We advised no and he needed to deliver it. Finally the taxi arrived but the fish was cold and the complimentary chips were Luke warm. I called to speak with a man who I found to be very rude and would not let me speak and kept saying that mistakes happen. He then told me that he has been working there for many years and doesn't know how many years he will continue. This has nothing to do with me. I will never buy from here again as if something goes wrong they are very rude about it.

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Helen W . 2018-02-16

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i only eat chips from this place very nice and soft. very very busy on a Friday and price have gone up over the years a i think portions a bit small

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bhudia2016 . 2018-02-06

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I’ve been going to Skipjacks for years. It’s my local fish and chip shop. I had some time to kill this week so instead of getting the usual take away, I decided that myself and my niece should go to the restaurant and eat in instead.

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DionneFi . 2018-01-31

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Been going to skipjacks for near 20 years not changing any time soon. Friendly staff and great tasting food.

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Kunaal M . 2018-01-21

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The owner and staff were absolutely lovely. Always smiling. It’s a restaurant and takeaway, with very reasonable prices and a great atmosphere.

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fshah718 . 2017-11-10

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I have been a local at Skipjacks for many years and the food is great. If you are looking for good quality and affordable fish and chips this is your place.

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Puja B . 2017-11-06

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Took my mother there, who has been there many times and likes fish.

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Andrew S . 2017-11-02

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For those who lives in north west London this is a good place to have your seafood in . The...

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Rahaf S . 2017-10-09

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Has to be one of the most expensive fish and chip restaurants in north London . Chips where ok ,...

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ianI3989ZH . 2017-10-05

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Situated in Streatfield road just near Queensbury Post Office and roundabout.

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Syd M . 2017-08-13

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Los mejores restaurantes de pescado en el noroeste de Londres. El pescado más fresco. Los dos chicos que sirve trabajan muy duro y son extremadamente eficientes. Sobresaliente.

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Adele D . 2017-08-05

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Me encanta este lugar. Las patatas fritas de pescado tiene mejor n en la zona. Las personas son también grandes y muy, muy servicial. El restaurante adjunto es bien vale la pena visitar. Excelente servicio y excelente comida y precios muy razonables.

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AAP666 . 2017-07-11

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Ha sido una familia Skipjacks de nuestros favoritos desde que era una niña de más de 20 años. Es tiempo escribí una crítica!

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MissArtist0001 . 2017-06-10

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Very good English restaurant. Great fish and chips. Service was pretty good and we have enjoyed this place

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Paolo M . 2017-06-01

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Went for an early dinner with nana, my lot, the head boy and the girl. My family have been eating here for years and the owner has been frying fish for nana for 28 years. It's always the same staff who know us and the food is always amazing. Tonight was no exception and all the fish was fresh and hot and tasty. The kids especially enjoyed their cod goujons and I had plaice goujons. The others all had cod. The chips were lovely and cooked just right. It started to get busy when we were leaving which was good although my lot all showed impeccable manners and sat quietly being polite for a change. All in all this really is one of the best family run fish and chip shops in London. I'm sure sometimes the staff get overwhelmed by the customers and it can cause issues but they don't deserve some of the negative reviews they've had on here. Go get a portion and see for yourself.

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Baldmeateater . 2017-05-24

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This is my Friday night chill, after a long hard week at work, this is the place I like to start my weekend with family and friends. The place is always packed but you can't book, It's worth the short wait. I just know the food is going to be excellent. The two guys there run themselves silly just to please. I love their wonderful fish soup, followed by Wing of Skates, chips, coleslaw and mushy peas. Irene and Roro normally have the Goujon plater cooked in matzoh meal. And to finish off we all share four flavours of the the Movenpick ice cream. This is a five star Fish and chip restaurant with a takeaway fish and chip shop next door Ide'F

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iandefriend . 2017-05-17

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Couldn't wait to try take away after reading rave reviews about the restaurant! Such a disappointment. Fish was dry and overcooked. Just wondered if only the restaurant food is good ???

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MrsSW . 2017-05-15

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Called up at lunchtime to book a table for eight people for 7.45 pm. Booking was taken. We turned up on rime to a packed restaurant and was told that there was no booking and in fact they do not take bookings!! That is ridiculous as they were happy to take my booking. Manager said he wld try get us a table, but that was a nonsense as none of their customers looked as if they were leaving. Very disappointed with the way we were treated!!

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mbenzion . 2017-05-09

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Skipjacks has been there for many years (I remember going back in 2005!) so they must be good usually.I had an order of battered mushrooms, medium battered cod and medium chips. Plenty of food to share between two. The chips were fantastic. Not greasy and tasted like real potatoes, not like the oil they're cooked in, which I know some places' chips taste like. Big thumbs up there!The mushrooms were pretty good too, I felt they perhaps needed more batter because it was quite thin. They've got a lovely light garlic taste to them which I wasn't expecting but was delicious. The fish however really let the experience down. It was chewy and tough. Seemed like it was well overcooked. I wonder if that's because it had been sitting in the warmer for too long. The service was good, they were pretty quick considering it was a Friday evening and the older lady at the till was positively friendly. Perhaps I just got the piece of fish that had been there a while? If this fish had been good, I would've given a rating of 5. Like I said, could just be a one off since they're clearly well established in the area.

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Reena180 . 2017-05-06

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Skipjacks is one of the two best fish and chip shops in North West London. That the queues can sometimes be insane is testament to its popularity.The usual fare but of greater quality than most will be used to. The haddock is amazing and if you don't fancy fish then I highly recommend the spare ribs. Absolutely delicious.For those who like to sit down and eat in, there is a restaurant attached that offers an extended menu.

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Andy M . 2017-05-06

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We sat in the restaurant on a Friday night. Was really busy when we arrived but they managed to accommodate us. They are licensed which is fab! Great selection of fish but I went for traditional battered cod. Portions are huge! Fish was amazing! Great friendly service. Good value! We didn't need a starter or pudding as main course was so big! Amazing fish and chips

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jennieg119 . 2017-04-16

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I don't eat fish, although it always smells wonderful, my go-to dish is their ribs.It's always a good portion size with some left over. They make the best chip shop chips anywhere I've eaten, and it doesn't need anything on it.I've eaten in once, and found the tables to be a bit close together, normally I just use the takeaway.Staff are friendly and service is very good.

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MitshK . 2017-04-10

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this is a superb quality fish restaurant, the standard is very high, little on the expensive side but fish has gone up, the taste and quality of cooking is amazing, the staff are great, always rushing but as it is always packed and you cannot book they make sure you dont have to wait too long. The takeaway section is always busy and they do the cooking for the main restaurant, so it is always on the go.We just wish they would change their chairs.............you come away with a full and satisfied stomach and chronic back pain!!!

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mitzi07 . 2017-03-31

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I have been going here for over 10 years, the staff are always friendly.This is the best fish and chips in London...I tried the grilled fish recently as a more healthier option, was delighted.Whenever I take my kids here they always give them some chips to eat while in the que, a really nice gesture.

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iloveluxuryholidays . 2017-03-30

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Staff is very friendly and polite. Food was good and fresh. You can taste the freshness of the seafood.

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123Geetanjali . 2017-02-03

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This place is known as the best place for 'chippy chips' but it completely let me down. Came in and was sat down and when ordering was told that all the vegetarian items aren't available which doesn't help a vegetarian and was also told that there's a £10 per person minimum order which he said was fine as there weren't any main items to order for us. Got a portion of chips and mushy peas purely because we came in and didn't want to just leave. They were okay, nothing special. Would just get a chips in the take away section next time. Wouldn't go to the restaurant again.

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Vegwhodines . 2017-01-31

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A cold wet week day evening found this restaurant absolutely packed so anticipation High as our companions are regulars I noticed that sardines were on the menue and as these are favourites of mine I ordered them grilled as a main. Unfortunately they were not up to my expectation or tatste so I gingerly informed the waiter Not a problem and they were swapped for a portion of beautifully cooked battered cod which was deliciousand a further portion of chips Despite our offering to pay for the sardines they were not charged for. For what it's worth stick to the fried or grilled regular fish and you will not be disappointed, as good as it gets

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msugarm . 2017-01-22

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We unfailingly eat superb quality fish at Skipjacks. They buy their fish from the best sources and it tells. Grilled plaice on the bone is always first class and chips match the standard of the fish.

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prm222 . 2017-01-20

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very good freshly cooked. friendly attentive staff. nice atmosphere. background music.. its a family business as well. nice Greek Cypriots. good selection of drinks as well..

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Stewart B . 2017-01-18

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Skipjacks has been going for years and you'll always find a queue out the door on a Friday evening. Finally, I got the chance to get in there and try for myself and boy oh boy, the best fish and chips I have ever had. From the moment they take your order to delivery, you can sense these guys care for their customers. Shame about the queue but if you want the best, its worth the suffering.

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Sunny P . 2017-01-18

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Such good food! Big portions, reasonably priced, friendly staff and the food was delicious! We'll definitely return!

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shelleystar . 2016-12-27

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THE BEST FISH AND CHIPS! I have moved from the area but still travel half an hour to get fish and chips from here! Just to point out it can get really busy on fridays and sats

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Bianca Georgian... P . 2016-12-15

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Another vist and the expertise and excellent of this wonderful establishment is great to see. great value for quality. friendly service. They take telephone orders for takeaway if you are ordering Matzo or grilled fish, otherwise line up and join the queue. The restaurant is frantic but the quality of the fish is unsurpassed.

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Tony J . 2016-11-14

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We came on a recommendation and we weren't disappointed. Our grilled plaice was amongst the best fish we've had anywhere - and that's going some. Service was a bit iffy in that the two waiters were clearly rushed. Still friendly but rushed. Couldn't understand some of the menu pricing in that there was a difference in pricing between some of the grilled fish and some of the fried fish. But can't get away from it - the fish was excellent!

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Michael M . 2016-10-30

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Been going here regularly for 15 years. All the staff have a great rapport with their customers. Kids often get a few free chips whilst they wait with their parents. Haven't strayed beyond the fish options (why would you?). Might be considered a little pricy by some but I personally consider it absolutely worth it. Could do with another waiter/waitress in the restaurant on a Saturday. The two waiters work flat out. I know a lot of people travel afar just for this place. If you're looking for the best fish and chip shop in London, you'll find it here.

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JCHarrow . 2016-10-29

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Consistency is key, skipjacks never disappoints, always providing good quality and service. Always busy with a big wait on weekends but worth the wait!

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Manisha K . 2016-10-20

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Excellent fish restaurant. No booking available so try to get there before 8pm - the tables are squashed in but I must say the food is worth a little discomfort. There is meat available, but I didn't try it.

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nanette079 . 2016-10-20

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Excellent Fish Restaurant probably the best in London.Eat in or take out either way you won't be disappointed!

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BrendaAteOut . 2016-10-18

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I have not been here for a few years and had forgotten how good it is. There is nothing to touch it in the vicinity.The fish soup is obviously home made. it's not full of bones, as so many are, but flavoursome with much actual fish. The oven baked bass was whole ( as requested) as filets are dismal, with a crisp skin that one could enjoy. My wife's avocado was , again, a whole half and properly laid out on the plate.Our companion's chips were crisp and decently cooked. Almost unusual for a fish restaurant!We shall certainly return.

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tessa717 . 2016-09-18

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Great food and service with a smile what more can you ask for? Recommend takeaway and a sit down meal for the best and freshest experience

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Jitesh P . 2016-08-05

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When we lived in middlesex we regularly bought take a way from here, hooked on haddock we were and loved it. We then moved and often reminisced and drooled over our memories . 6 or 7 years later we found ourselves in the area and queued up eagerly waiting to renew our taste buds. We were not disappointed , Not only that, wow, we were recognised, what wonderful people, you remembered us !!! Thank you. We have NEVER YET eaten fish and chips that came any where near the quality of yours. !

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Heatheranne62 . 2016-07-17

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"Excellent meal and service at Chez Bruce - as noted by other reviewers, the cheese board is fabulous and a great follow up to the main dishes which were very well put together with fantastic ingredients which complimented each other so well."

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Nigel S . 2016-07-15

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"A nice location, set back behind the National Theatre. There's a decent outside space if the weather's good although you may end up sharing tables with another party (we did, next to an annoyingly loud woman). The place was understaffed, just a couple of waiters for the entire place so we had to wait ages for our order to be taken and for our food to arrive. The risotto was disappointingly stodgy and cheesy while the burger was also nothing special. Perhaps a place to go just for a drink before having food elsewhere."

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Sarah J . 2016-07-15

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"Popular, which results in great ambience without being overbearing. Food was well cooked but not the best."

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Karl H . 2016-07-14

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