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57 Opinions in 1 websites
Went for lunch. Really warm welcome and just got ourselves a table as it was reasonably busy (it was a beautiful day). Great homemade soup and sandwiches and tea that wasn't wishy-washy. Smashing selection of cakes available. Have to hand it to the staff for the lovely atmosphere and to the site for the brilliant views! Will be back.

235 Opinions in 2 websites
Review of The Lido Chip Shop (Helensburgh) Pizza – A Shadow of Its Former Glory** For over 30 years**, The Lido Chip Shop’s pizza was legendary—a cut above the usual chip shop fare. Their original recipe had the **perfect balance** of a thick, doughy base, a rich, tangy red sauce, and **loads of deliciously melted cheese** that made it stand out. It was a local favourite for a reason—every bite was packed with flavour, and you could tell it was made with care. Sadly, **things have changed**. The new version uses different ingredients, and now it’s just… **average**. The cheese is no longer as generous, the sauce lacks its old depth, and the base doesn’t have that same satisfying chew. It’s not *bad*—it’s still an okay chip shop pizza—but compared to what it once was, it’s a **huge letdown**. If you never had the original, you might think it’s fine. But for those of us who remember how good it was, the new version just doesn’t compare. **Bring back the old recipe!** **Rating: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (2/5) – Used to be 5/5, now just another bland chip shop pizza.** *Still hoping they’ll go back to the original way—nothing else in town came close!* --- **Anyone else miss the old Lido pizza???

625 Opinions in 2 websites
Consistently Underwhelming – The Palace Chip Shop’s Pizza Falls Short** Over the past two months, I have given The Palace Chip Shop in Helensburgh three opportunities to impress with their *Pepperoni Passion with jalapeños* pizza, hoping that initial disappointments were merely isolated incidents. Unfortunately, each visit confirmed the same shortcomings, leaving me still searching for a reliable replacement since my former go-to pizzeria changed ownership. The primary issue lies in the pizza’s execution. Advertised as featuring *extra cheese and pepperoni*, the reality is far from the promise. The cheese is sparse, often hardened rather than properly melted, and lacks the rich, stretchy quality expected from a well-made pizza. The sauce is equally minimal, resulting in a dry, underwhelming base. Even the weight of the pizza suggests a lack of sufficient toppings—holding it feels like holding a shell rather than a properly loaded pie. While the staff are polite and service is efficient, the product itself does not meet basic expectations for a satisfying pizza experience. A good pizza should be generous with its toppings, balanced in flavour, and visually appealing—none of which were consistently delivered in my orders. Given that this appears to be a recurring issue rather than a one-off mistake, I cannot recommend their pizza in its current state. For those seeking a hearty, flavourful takeaway pizza, it may be worth exploring other options in the area. A shame, as I had hoped this would become my new regular spot.

28 Opinions in 1 websites
Very long wait. Not great value and not great food. Had been before for lunch a year ago and loved it. This experience was not the same.

2 Opinions in 1 websites
Pedimos patatas al horno que estaba rawj en la parte inferior. Re-ordenados sopa y sandwich que estaba bien. Café tenía un gran agujero en el techo y tenía un olor a humedad humedad. Los inodoros estaban heladas. No me cobraron por snack. Primera visita - no volveré.

39 Opinions in 1 websites
The people behind the counter couldn't seem less interested in taking your order. I think I had to speak to 3 people, repeating my order to each, until one of them bothered to write it down They charged me full amount, but only gave me 2/3rds of the food (which I discovered when home). Charlatans