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Barracuda Fish Bar

RestaurantsCambridge, ENG

4.4 out of 5 stars4.4(448 reviews)

Quick info

+44 1223 292181
39 Ditton Ln, Cambridge CB5 8SR, United Kingdom
£10–20

About Barracuda Fish Bar

On Ditton Lane in Cambridge, Barracuda Fish Bar is a fish and chips takeaway that also keeps eat-in seating for those who want to stay. The menu runs from cod and chips to spicy potatoes, doner, and potato wedges, with fish and chips offered in half, medium, and large portions. Chips come wrapped in old-style paper sheets. Payment is cash only, and the shop takes walk-ins rather than bookings. Temporary off-street parking is available while an order is being prepared, and the space is kept bright and clean.

Good to know

  • Reservations
    Walk-in only
  • Parking
    Free parking lot · Free street parking
  • Accessibility
    Wheelchair: entrance, parking lot, seating
  • Good for kids
    Good for kids · Kids' menu · Family-friendly
  • Dietary
    Vegetarian options

Reviews

4.4/5
448 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention large cod and chips, spicy potatoes, fish and chips portion size and friendly service.

5★
318
4★
66
3★
29
2★
12
1★
23

Customer Review Summary

Large cod and chips draw the most praise, with reviewers repeatedly calling the portions generous, hot, and fresh, including a large cod paired with medium chips that one big eater found plenty. Close behind, several single out the spicy potatoes and potato wedges as standouts, one calling the wedges the best they've had, and another describing a free sample of coated potatoes offered by the owner. The doner and a plain order of tomatoes and cucumbers, accommodated for a pregnancy craving, also get mentioned. Service is repeatedly described as friendly and fast, and the shop as clean. The main recurring complaint concerns chips: one reviewer found them undercooked and needing more time in the fryer, and another reported a wait nearer fifteen minutes despite a quoted seven, though still called it good value. Multiple reviewers note it's cash only. One reviewer, after explaining they'd come because of the reviews, was given a free sample of spiced potatoes by the owner.

Featured reviews

  • Google user
    “Absolutely wonderful. Finding a proper chippy that does big fat chips with the kids ight amount of salt and vinegar with the crispies in the bottom, is not easy. Not to mention for £4.50 you get a gigantic parcel big enough to feed a family of four in the old skool paper sheets. Wow. Considering nowadays you pay £5.50 for a 'large' which comes in a tiny box which just about satisfies two small children. It's our first time at Barracudas and certainly not the last. Service was fast and they were seen cleaning inside the shop. Please stay as you are and don't change. If you don't stop off at Barracudas, you need to give your head a wobble!!”
  • Google user
    “It's ok, 7 minutes wate was nearer 15 and the fish was slightly over cooked, but excellent chips, and it is possible to eat in. Good value. Looks very clean and well run.”
  • Google user
    “I would drive miles to get fish and chips from here and there potatoe wedges are the best I've ever had.”
  • Google user
    “10/10 would recommend. Ordered the Cod, chips, and drink. Came out hot and ready, proper amount of salt and oil. Will be returning, new fav chippy shop.”
  • Google user
    “Lovely service, always been super friendly. I wanted just tomatoes and cucumbers they were more than happy to service it to me with my weird pregnancy cravings 🤣, visited multiple times and they have wonderful chips never to mushy or to crispy. Would recommend for anyone who visiting Cambridge, or lives in the area!!”

Highlights

  • Popular for lunch
  • Popular for dinner
  • Popular for solo dining
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options

Amenities

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Takeout
  • Family-friendly
  • Vegetarian options
  • Casual
  • Onsite services
Show more amenities
  • Quick bite
  • Seating
  • Solo dining
  • Free parking lot
Dining options· 3
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Counter service
Offerings· 1
  • Small plates
Accessibility· 2
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
Parking· 1
  • Free street parking
Family-friendly· 2
  • Good for kids
  • Kids' menu

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