
Monster Fish & Chips Co.
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About Monster Fish & Chips Co.
On the A82 in Fort Augustus, Monster Fish & Chips Co. serves fish and chips for walk-in orders with no reservations taken. A blackboard by the counter names the boat that caught the day's fish, and the kitchen sources its catch fresh daily. The menu runs to 18 dishes, with fish and chips and haddock among the regular orders. Outdoor seating gives diners a spot to eat on site, high chairs suit families with young children, and a step-free entrance serves visitors with mobility needs. Orders are also available for takeaway, for those eating off site. The restaurant opens Monday to Saturday and closes on Sundays.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- ParkingFree parking lot · Paid parking lot · Plenty of parking
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Has kids' menu
- DietaryServes vegetarian dishes
Menu & Prices
18 dishes- Fish and Chips
- Haddock
- Battered Sausage
- Mushy Peas
- White Pudding
- Sausage and Chips
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fish and chips, haddock in crispy batter, mushy peas and battered black pudding.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fish and chips, haddock in crispy batter, mushy peas and battered black pudding.
Customer Review Summary
Fish and chips draw the steady stream of praise here, with the haddock singled out repeatedly for its fresh, crispy batter and the fish traceable to the boat that caught it. Close behind, reviewers call out the chips as crisp and fluffy, the mushy peas as thick and generously portioned, and the curry and tartare sauces for their balance, while chips with cheese and gravy and the battered black pudding also get mentions. The staff come up often as polite and friendly, and the setting near Loch Ness adds to the experience for passing tourists. A few note the fish, scampi, and sausage sides as merely average, and portion size is a recurring gripe, with more than one reviewer finding a "large fish and chips" closer to a single small portion for the price. One diner who returned after sampling shops across Scotland and Cornwall still called this the best fish supper of the trip.
Customer Review Summary
Fish and chips draw the steady stream of praise here, with the haddock singled out repeatedly for its fresh, crispy batter and the fish traceable to the boat that caught it. Close behind, reviewers call out the chips as crisp and fluffy, the mushy peas as thick and generously portioned, and the curry and tartare sauces for their balance, while chips with cheese and gravy and the battered black pudding also get mentions. The staff come up often as polite and friendly, and the setting near Loch Ness adds to the experience for passing tourists. A few note the fish, scampi, and sausage sides as merely average, and portion size is a recurring gripe, with more than one reviewer finding a "large fish and chips" closer to a single small portion for the price. One diner who returned after sampling shops across Scotland and Cornwall still called this the best fish supper of the trip.
Featured reviews
- Tara K
“Nice little spot to grab a quick bite to eat. I got the chips with cheese and gravy. It was delicious!”
- Tim McDonald
“Parked nearby and immediately the smell hut me, spent the next three hours walking about the canal thinking bout fish and chips, when I finally got back it didn't disappoint. Fresh fish, crispy batter, crisp and fluffy chips. Simple but perfect.”
- Sultan Al Mansoori
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ During our family holiday, we stopped by this restaurant completely by chance for lunch, and it turned out to be one of the nicest surprises of our trip. …”
- Heba
“Here is where we had the best fish and chips during our trip in Scotland. The fish is caught fresh daily and you know which boat caught it. Not overly greasy not a lot of excess batter just plain delicious. They open up at 12 noon and close …”
- The Chippy Tour
“Fort Augustus sits on the south west tip of Loch Ness in the stunning Scottish Highlands, where all that fresh Highland air soon builds up quite an appetite. There was plenty of parking outside, and on entering, it was easy to see how clean and well-maintained everything was. The staff were very polite and friendly. I ordered the haddock and chips, with the fresh haddock cooked to perfection in a light, tasty, crispy batter. The chips were delicious and plentiful, with a subtly firm texture. The mushy peas were thick, generously portioned and not over-seasoned. The curry sauce had a lovely consistency with a slight kick, while the tartare sauce had just the right mix of capers and gherkins, without being overpowered by mayonnaise. The battered black pudding and red pudding were both tasty, again coated in that light, crispy batter. Overall, this was a fantastic stop in a beautiful part of Scotland, serving fresh chip shop fare with friendly service. A very enjoyable visit, and one well worth making if you find yourself near Loch Ness. 🟠 Cooking in: Oil 🟠 Payment: Cash or Card 🟠 Fish Reviewed: Haddock 🎥 See the full video review on The Chippy Tour YouTube channel”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Closed
Highlights
- Popular for popular for lunch
- Popular for popular for dinner
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Free parking lot
- Has outdoor seating
- Offers takeaway
- Good for kids
- Serves vegetarian dishes
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- Casual
- On-site services available
- Quick bite
- Serves breakfast
- Has counter service
- Has seating
- Offerings· 1
- Serves small plates
- Popular for· 3
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Family-friendly· 1
- Has kids' menu
- Dining options· 2
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Crowd· 2
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
- Parking· 2
- Paid parking lot
- Plenty of parking
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