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4.5 1,106 reviews
#1 of 10 Quick Bites in Swanage
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PRICE RANGE
US$2 - US$6
CUISINES
Seafood, Fast food, British
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly
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14 The Square, Swanage BH19 2LJ England
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+44 1929 423668
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Reviewed 2 days ago
Unhygienic and rude

I was looking forward to returning, having bought their fish and chips for years. So disappointed. None of the staff were wearing masks; I thought this was mandatory. To make matters worse, the young assistant handled the cooked food with bare hands with no evidence...More

Date of visit: April 2021
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Reviewed 4 days ago
Just awful. Awful. Avoid at all costs

After a long drive to Swanage to our holiday let, we were really looking forward to some tasty fish and chips for dinner. The queue was long when we arrived which we thought was a good sign and that the food must be really good...More

Date of visit: April 2021
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Reviewed 1 November 2020
Worst fish & chips we’ve ever had!

Just had fish & chips from here for a quick family dinner post coastal walk and I can honestly say it is the worst fish and chips meal we have ever had! The fish was chewy and the batter soggy with no taste. It was...More

Date of visit: November 2020
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Reviewed 30 October 2020
Fantastic Food & Friendly Folk!

We ordered fish & chips for three of us whilst on a day trip to Swanage 2 weeks ago, having had them from here before. We weren’t disappointed second time around either! Lovely & hot & generous portions. Pleasant, friendly staff too. Everything well set...More

Date of visit: October 2020
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Reviewed 30 October 2020
Amazing

This place is definitely worth a visit . Fantastic cod and chips. Best I have had in a long time . Benches outside or just take away and sit on the sea front . It's a must.

Date of visit: September 2020
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Reviewed 24 October 2020
Best fish & chips!

We have eaten here before on a previous visit to the area so we were quick to return on a recent visit. The queueing system is very organised and masks are required in side the shop itself. The menu is extensive, more than just a...More

Date of visit: October 2020
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Reviewed 23 October 2020
Never had a bad meal

We visit Swanage twice a year and the highlight of our first (and other) nights is always the delicious Fish and Chips from The Fish Plaice. Lovely fish with the boat from which it was caught displayed along with the type and origin of the...More

Date of visit: October 2020
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Reviewed 23 October 2020
Fresh perfectly cooked fish & chips

The food was more than plentiful, delicious and fresh. 2 of us had cod and chips and our daughter had the vegetarian burger & chips which is the best she’s ever had! Well done for offering a good vegetarian alternative, it’s very refreshing.

Date of visit: October 2020
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Reviewed 19 October 2020
Outstanding fish and chips

Outstanding fish and chips. For me to write that it must be good. The cod was so fresh with a real crispy batter. The chips were cooked extreemly well. Nice and crispy not soggy and white like some places. I think the queue outside said...More

Date of visit: October 2020
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Reviewed 17 October 2020
Fish and chips worth the calories

Beat fish and chips we've eaten in a long time. Fluffy cod and delicious crispy chips. Not greasy. Excellent speedy service up with the queue.

Date of visit: October 2020
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Amir T
19 October 2017|
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Response from Ian B | Reviewed this property |
Hi Not sure - they have do have 2 different fryers, that could be because they are incredibly busy in summer- or could be because of what you have said. I can tell you that the chips and the pea fritter were very good- as... More
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Honeybp
23 July 2016|
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Response from DWalker95 | Reviewed this property |
As a chippy goes these guys are incredibly accommodating, but there is only so much you can do with fish and chips to make it gluten free. They do batter-less fish and they do serve chicken too, not sure what else but that... More
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Fish Plaice
  • Yes, The Fish Plaice offers takeaway services.
  • Yes, The Fish Plaice offers delivery services.
  • The Fish Plaice is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
    • Food: 4.5
    • Service: 4.5
    • Value: 4.5
    • Atmosphere: 4