Alan's Fish Bar

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 month ago

  “I feel like Alan's needs to start taking card. I came today for the first time in years as there so local to me and they still don't accept card payment. I went in for a lazy dinner as normally I would cook or use an app. They said to go to the cash machine which is like abit of a walk next to tesco so in the end by the time I got there I just decided to cook and get something fresh and healthy. I wont bother again if I want a easy take out cause it's abit weird anyway to not take card and cash.”

• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “In my opinion it's the best fish and chip shop in the area all staff are very polite and helpful”

• G

  Google user

  ·6 months ago

  “£4.70 for a large chips the picture is after we had a few but the portions for a large chips are horrendous never seen a chipshop with a portion that small I’ve been to other shops where a small is double the amount easy. For almost a fiver I expected them to be amazing but I might aswel have bitten a raw potato under cooked some not even peeled. They couldn’t pay me to go back there.”

• G

  Google user

  ·8 months ago

  “Alan Fish Bar used to be a decent local takeaway, especially for doner kebabs and fish & chips. Unfortunately, those days are clearly over. The quality has dropped dramatically while prices have increased to an unreasonable level. I visited recently after a long time and ordered a half-pounder burger and hot wings. The burger was poor in both taste and quality, and the hot wings were shockingly small for the price. Charging premium prices for portions this small is unacceptable and feels like a deliberate attempt to overcharge customers. What made the experience worse was being charged 50p for chilli sauce something most takeaways include for free or at least provide decent quality. The sauce itself tasted unpleasant and added no value whatsoever. This takeaway seems to believe it can charge restaurant-level prices without offering restaurant-level food, service, or portion sizes. It’s not located in a high-end area, and local customers expect fairness and honesty, not inflated pricing and shrinking portions. Even the doner kebab, once a strong point, is now overpriced and disappointing. The overall impression is that this business is prioritising profit over customers and taking advantage of its location. If this continues, they risk losing loyal local customers very quickly. I certainly won’t be returning unless there is a serious improvement in food quality, portion sizes, and pricing.”

• G

  Google user

  ·8 months ago

  “Thank you so much to Alans Fish Bar! We ordered 25 meals in advance and everyone loved it. The burgers and the falafel wraps were amazing. Thank you to the friendly team!”

• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “The cod fish and chips were amazing. The fish was perfectly fried and so crispy. We didn’t have any cash but we were told we can get it in the shop next door. Waited for about 10 mins and then went to a nearby park to enjoy since there are no tables in the bar.”

• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “Undercooked chips, fish had very little and the wrong batter applied - batter still raw in places. The pasty was very hard and solid, but tasted fine. The staff seemed disgruntled and annoyed we walked in, their online menu is incorrect, and a lot of their menu on-site wasn't available and won't be continued. The store seems dirty and poor in appearance. They also don't accept card in 2024??? So had to walk 12 minutes to just get cash.”

• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “I’ve been to Alan’s Fish Bar a couple of times now, and every visit has been spot-on. It’s one of those places that might not look flashy from the outside, but they really know how to do fish and chips right — and consistently! Both times I visited, the fish was made fresh to order. You can literally hear the sizzle when it hits the fryer, which is always a good sign. The batter was light, crispy, and golden – not greasy or soggy like some other places. And the fish inside? Fresh, flaky, and super tasty. You can tell they take pride in what they serve. The chips were also spot on – thick, hot, and perfectly salted. None of that reheated or dried-out stuff. Just proper, classic British chips that hit the spot. Honestly, the quality of the meal was so good that you don’t need to drive to the seaside for that "authentic" fish and chips experience – it’s right here in East London. The portion sizes are generous, prices are reasonable, and the staff are friendly and efficient. Even when it’s a bit busy, they make sure everything is cooked fresh rather than rushing through old batches. Whether you're a local or just passing through the E14 area, this spot is definitely worth checking out if you're craving proper fish and chips without the fuss. It's become one of my go-to places when I want something comforting, classic, and satisfying.”

• G

  Google user

  ·3 years ago

  “I’ve order twice from this establishment. Cod and then haddock and chips. The fish is fried to a high level; it’s not greasy inside, and very little oil is retained internally; yet incredibly crispy. The chips are very mediocre. Food is prepared fresh daily. Overall an enjoyable experience.”

• G

  Google user

  ·4 years ago

  “If you wait a really friendly family take away, and one that does amazing fish and chips, Alan's Fish Bar is definitely the place! Always a smile, always helpful, and always a really great quality product. Proper chips, cooked and served to perfection.... getting harder to find these days but Alan's keeps them coming. And the fish is fresh and never too much better, just right!! A real favourite with us locals! The attached photo is the small cod and chips... I can't even finish it by myself and have half the next day for lunch 😊”