The Parade Fish & Chips in Purbeck

Perfectly good fish and chips and the prior review certainly seems like a fake one to me

Very nice food at reasonable prices. And overlooking the sea. Pleasant staff too

Not at all what it was supposed to be, we ate upstairs expecting the grilled whole fish as we've had in the past, what we got was over charged for the same fish as what was fried for the fish and chip downstairs, there was no one else up there so I guess people know this. We will not return which is a shame because it used to be really good there with fresh grilled whole fish not anymore 😩

Had a nice meal here, we sat upstairs and there were lovely views of the beach. The restaurant was pleasant and had the original coving, fireplace etc from the Victorian times. The food was good, chips slightly undercooked - but otherwise, very nice. The waitress was very friendly and helpful too. I would definitely return

Lovely fresh fish and chips, the establishment felt like I was back in the nighties, that's not a bad thing

Really lovely fish and chips place is a little shabby.

Decent chippy, but a bit pricey and they don't tell you that fish and chips are charged separately. Atmosphere is a little dark and come of the clientele are questionable. Nice enough service, but a bit slow.

Amazing fish! Cooked to perfection,better still mini chips because a small portion each is just a waste! Still plenty(some got left) and very hot ! Ordered a cup of tea that came in a mug(lovely) not a paper hand burner! Staff are young but polite would highly recommend the tables upstairs for a great view. Was memorable for all the right reasons

Lovely fish and chips, really tasty, Lovely staff, going above and beyond to make our lunch experience great. Will definitely be coming here whenever I am in swanage. Nice to be able to st down inside and enjoy without being harassed by seagulls. Lovely big mug of tea to finnish it all off. Great place. Great service and friendly staff. 👍

It's a bit run down, the table was sticky. Fish didn't taste particularly fresh and the service was a bit miserable. Quite a lot of the drunks menue was unavailable

Best fish and chips I've had in England！

My husband went to order small.cod and chips. And at £11 something he didn't bother. So pleased he didn't. We sat outside in the sun and watched the fryer come.outside in his dirty clothes and preceed to smoke a cigarette while coughing up stuff, wiping his face and mouth and preceeding to wipe whatever all on his clothes he was going back to serve food in. Absolutely disgusting. Filthy way to be dealing with food . I did try calling to complain but couldn't get connected.

Possibly the worst fish and chips I've ever had. Couldn't actually eat it. The picture is how the cod came out the bag ten mins after I was given it. Luke warm, undercooked chips. Completely soggy batter, crap fish. What chippy doesn't salt and vinegar your chips? The warning signs were there when I walked in....but we were hungry so ploughed on. Big mistake. To be fair, the curry sauce was tasty so I ate that. Do yourself a favour and swerve this place.

Had chips here, they were fine but friend had hair in their pack of chips, which is kind of off putting, then I spot hygiene rating is only 3 so will swerve in future. There are no vegan options, only vegetarian.

It wasn’t the best, it wasn’t the worst, it was all just average but expensive

Really nice, fresh fish and chips. Right on the sea front. What more can you ask for on holiday?

Great fish and chips right on the front. It's the green fronted chipshop. I like it because the queue is normally shorter and they do a good Curry sauce....you won't be disappointed. 👍

Beautiful fish and chips, we had a long wait which means it's fresh

Reasonably priced, very fast service despite long queues.

Food was amazing but it took a little while to come out, chips were amazing and the sausage was perfect. Staff were lovely and the prices are fair

Decent food, decent price. Service and cleanliness left a lot to be desired.

The best fish and chip restaurant in Swanage. Delicious food, lovely staff, great value.

Very old fashion chippy views are good on a sunny day and photo views over the sea

Lovely fish and chips ,good sized portion well cooked reasonably priced, highly recommend

Lovely fish and chips, managed to get a seat as it was busy as just opened. Only one toilet for the whole restaurant which was very tired looking. A freshen up and this place would be winning.

Disorganised, so so food. As my order was being taken I knew I should have gone somewhere else and my initial feeling was right

Absolutely disgusting!! These are the worst fish and chips I have ever had in my 66 years - and I've had a few! Soggy fish, chips like concrete and taste revolting, and mushy peas like water. Save your money or go elsewhere.

Absolutely disgusting!! These are the worst fish and chips I have ever had in my 66 years - and I've had a few! Soggy fish, chips like concrete and taste revolting, and mushy peas like water. Save your money or go elsewhere.

Decided to eat in a couple of weeks ago as it was too cold to sit out, we both had Haddock and chips, It was very good and not greasy at all.

Great food. Just a very tired property long, long overdue an overhaul.Sorry. but he fish and chips were great.

greasy fish. scampi that looked like a supermarket frozen scampi and tasted like it! we will not be eating here again!!

Lovelly food just in front of the sea. Really recommend it!

4 people order Fish & Chips - We a very disappointed.

Reasonable fish and chips for a good price

My word, I wish we went next door! I usually do too. We thought we would give this place a try… never again. Low quality food, high prices. As I write I’m on the loo… it was that bad! Go next door… your toilet will thank you!

Cod was ok but pretty unremarkable. Chips though were really unpleasant; some were hard, some dry and others soft. Service at the take away wasn't very professional and was very slow. It was as if they take for granted their customers. It was only after ordering and paying I noticed the 3 out of 5 hygiene rating. Plenty of other places to get fish and chips in Swanage.

Very expensive for chicken burger and chips having to pay separate no meal deal. Chicken burger was nice chips where just okay for what u pay

Excellent food and service. And dog friendly. Highly recommended.

Haddock fish was good . Chips poor . Old and reheated

Really top class bit of cod, firm, moist, tasty, decent batter, chips were ok, hot but limp, would've been nice if they'd been crisp. I liked the Indian style curry sauce but my mate thought it a bit sweet. Pleasant service Left a tip.

Having been here many times and always very good, unfortunately this lunch was not good. I had chicken and chips with bread roll. Bread roll was covered in cheap tasting margarine and chicken was so over cooked very dry. Chips were hard and had horrible after taste. In the end could not eat the roll and left most of the meal. Waitresses asked how the meal was and told her how bad the meal was and just said oh I’ll pass your comments on and still charged full price. Will not be coming again anytime soon, so disappointed.

Chips and fish were nice but the burger was absolutely disgusting. I do not recommend. Staff member behind till needs retraining on customer service and hygiene. He was wearing a silly bucket hat with no hair net and also wouldn’t explain to me what I could have been in my burger after him being the one to suggest it. The place needs a good wipe down. Grease everywhere and loads of greasy finger prints all over the fridges.

I can’t believe this chip shop restaurant has a 3 * food and hygiene rating as it needs a zero it is disgustingly dirty in the shop and behind where they cook the food and the boss I think he was rolled a cigarette behind the counter where he is cooking the food absolutely disgusting we have come here for years but never has it been in such a state

Wasn’t as good as it used to be.

We sat upstairs, with a great view over the beach. Love food. We had sea bream and skate. Both were served with salad and chips. It was nice to have it cooked without batter. We did not feel rushed, even though it was quite busy

Food quality was ok but service, cleanliness and atmosphere were pretty grim. Have been visiting this restaurant over and above the Fish Plaice for years but this most recent visit has forced me to switch my aleegance.

Mediocre at best cod and chips. Long line for chippy next door and was rushed for time so went here. Next time I'll wait

Excellent fish and chips. No waiting. Very prompt service. Personable staff. Why go anywhere else.

Lovely fish and cheaps at normal prices

Worst fish and chips ever. Greasey fish just didn't enjoy it at all, and my sister said it was terrible.

They don't change the oil, probably cheapest oil in the first place, tasted of old oil, absolutely disgusting.

Bland. It’d write more but it’d just be the word bland again.

Good food but staff weren't that friendly.

Not the place it once was. Seeing by recent comments, many would agree. Family have always visited the parade, so my partner and I decided to grab some chips on the way home. Two young people (one taller ginger haired lad, and a young female) were on the till, and instead of asking us how they could help, they were throwing things at eachother. Once they had finally stopped flirting and being childish, we had already decided to go to the fish and chips next door, who had a long line of customers out the door. Their fish and chips were amazing, and the service was great.

When you enter the store, you'll find yourself drawn into a restaurant with just a few ordinary tables (slightly spaced apart) with an unattractive interior. Still, it seems to be a good value for money fish and chips restaurant. What's disappointing is that there's no beer... There is ginger beer, but… .(The 1st floor...is a British...restaurant and they only sell beer there, but it's not open today) Hahaha... We ordered cod, haddog fish, seafood basket, and large chips, and the large chips were large enough for 4 people to eat and have leftovers. If we had ordered one chip per person, we would have been in big trouble haha. If they had opened on the first floor, it would have been nice to see the sea view, but it was a shame. There was no parking lot, so I parked in the roadside parking lot for a while. The taste isn't bad, and the staff is friendly and gives good explanations, so I'd like to give it a high rating as a good restaurant.

9 of us for lunch fish and chips so nice and good value

Family of 7 Plus baby in pram no problem self order at counter but very fast service

Had eat of a cardboard box either wooden fork and knife .. We would like to have had a seat in the restaurant. Apparently, there were no seats, but the people just behind us were allowed to go in

Typical F and C shop and restaurant. Bit noisy but as to be expected. All in all, it is to be recommended.

Basic inside and fish and chips in a cardboard dish. But must say the fish and chips were very nice and fresh

Not spectacular it's two fishcakes and chips with curry sauce, but everything cooked Spot on I sat at the window nice day sun was out they have wooden cutlery and napkins on each table yeah a good experience I'm happy😀

Lovely spot. Great people. Proper fish and chips

Excellent fish and chips with a view of the sea AND you can take your dog 🐕‍🦺

Tasty fish and chips. We went because it was dog friendly (inside) so it was very much appreciated on a very cold evening to find somewhere at the end of the day for fish and chips that accommodated our dog! They even popped over with a bit of sausage for her. Would return on the above basis. We ordered fish and chips x 2, tango apple and mushy peas.

Fish was fine, chips were anaemic but worst of all was the temperature inside. Freezing!! They need to turn the heating up. The place is looking tired and shabby inside, not what it was...

Opted for the take away option and asked for extra wrapping to ensure food would be hot by the time I got it home (2 mins away from shop). Staff member did not understand my request and just transferred the food to a slightly bigger take away bag! Food cold and not enjoyable.

Great hot chip, can sit indoors which is perfect in rough weather like winter, and dog friendly! Please introduce some vegan options? would be super grateful!

Fish was disgusting sinuey, batter had oily taste but the chips were ok and the restaurant fairly clean with nice decor. In the summer they slyly increase all prices by a pound with no justification other than greed and not improved quality. Staff friendly but scruffy and unkempt appearance compared to the other fish shops. Wouldn't recommend.

This place must have new management, as this visit was much better than the last visit some 4-5 years ago. The restaurant was closed, but we were welcome to eat our meals at the table with cutlery so just as good really. Amy who served us was very helpful and the meals were as good as they used to be many years ago, Quality was great, flavoursome and decent sized portions again.

Good and crispy, friendly service 😁

Friendly staff but that’s where the nice part of the experience ends. Sadly the food left a lot to be desired, I agree with the other comments that the food was hot but maybe that was to disguise the quality. I can now understand why the fish & chip shop next door was overcrowded with customers who were lining up outside the door. Next time we’ll go there too.

Used to be a favourite chippy of ours but seems to have gone down hill the fish was ok but chips were undercooked but worst bit was the hairs we found in both meals I went back to give them the feed back in person and they didn't seem to bothered. Won't be going there again will use the chip shop next to it .

Friendly staff , food cooked to order so was piping hot , large cod and I mean large , nice crispy batter , chips were perfect , salt and vinegar on the table I like to add my own , some shops over due the salt , just a perfect end to a day on the Swanage railway 👌

Updated review. Gone down hill. Chips ok. Fish floury and not well cooked. Some questionable hygiene.

We asked a local lady in the Pier coffee shop (also very good and recommended), which was the best fish and chips in Swanage, and she recommended The Parade. Not only was it the best fish and chip shop in Swanage, but the best I've eaten in the past few years. The fish and chips were cooked fresh, and so served piping hot. The batter was thin and crispy, and inside the cod was thick and perfectly cooked. Unlike those heavy battered fish used to disguise a small thin piece of fish. The chips were crispy, without being overcooked, so the potatoes inside could be appreciated. If you are going to eat only once in Swanage, then the The Parade is my recommendation I only wish I'dphotographed, but it looked so good i could wait to tuck in.

Simply the best fish and chips in Swanage. They do the best, perfectly cooked fish with crispy batter all round (no soggy batter bottom here). Generous portions. No excessive grease. Staff are wonderfully friendly too. We moved here a couple of years ago and this is now our regular chippie. Great place.

The chips are delicious, best that I’ve had in quite a while. Very generous portion size, would thoroughly recommend. Service was quick and very friendly staff.

What a great fish and chip shop. Beautiful food we’ll present. Great service Definitely worth a visit when in the town..

Lovely fish ... will be back :)

Regular cod and small chips £10.10 Quite pricey but food was good quality. It's the right size portion for those with a small appetite. Chips and cod nicer than next door imo, (my daughter went there).

Lovely seating area inside and a nice welcome when you walk in Nothing super amazing but fills your stomach with good food and so I Would recommend for anyone who just wants the seaside experience

Popped in for a bag of chips based on reviews. £3.60 for the worst chips I think I have ever had. First and last time I go there.

The best place for fish & really friendly staff who are so helpful too.

Always chose this one over the others which are weirdly always busier. This one does great food & has better choices

Great food, freshly cooked, good service

We all had a really great meal! I really enjoyed the chips and happily finished up my brother's when he couldn't eat all his, it was a big portion as well. The fish was fresh, chunky and had a great crispy batter. If I wasn't so full I would of went back and ordered a battered sausages as well, as the ones my mum and nephew had looked brilliant.

Would have been 5 out of 5 but although the food was still great ,cardboard containers, no proper cutlery and paper cups for tea instead of pot ,cups and saucers. I'm afraid that's what let's it down.

Went to get a fish and chips as it is a "Must" while on holidays. Our friends recommended us the fish and chips shop with the green doors. It was easy to find. Very friendly and approachable staff. The fish was really fresh and really tasty. Would definitely come back.

Great fish and chips. We sat in and ate in the downstairs area…. Clean and tidy… your at the beach….quick service even though it was bank holiday weekend so was very busy.

Decent food, a bit on the expensive side and not massive portions. Having said that, the children's meals were excellent value

We ordered 2 haddock and chips. The chips were adequate but the amount of fish was miniscule compared to the batter which was an inch thick. Very disappointing as it was a pre-theatre meal. The fish was also very dry indicating that it was over cooked. Avoid

Very nice chippy. The large chips wow they fill the bag

Ate in the upstairs room and had a wonderful dinner. Wasn’t so busy and food was great. Cod batter was crispy and not too oily. Same for the chips. We had a grilled sea bream too which was chunky and cooked perfectly. Recommend ✌️

Great friendly service, delicious fish and chips, clean facilities.

Lovely fish and chips shop, we ate in and had lovely service - didn't book in advance but I believe you can. Quick service and lovely food!

Fantastic staff, polite and helpful.

Never have any issues from this fish and chip shop. Staff always polite and food is great. If your eating in the staff are very quick to clear and clean the tables. I would give a 5 star, but the price and size of fish is a little disappointing if im honest.

Great food, sensibly priced, very clean, friendly staff. Will definitely be eating there again.

The best fish and chips I have eaten.. The batter on the fish is lovely and crispy, and the fish always tastes fresh. The chips are great. The staff are very welcoming and friendly. When ever I go to Swanage I always get my fish and chips there.

Delicious fish and chips, we always have the grilled black bream with chips & salad, good service, great views from the upstairs restaurant and reasonable prices: strongly recommend