Ben’s Traditional Fish & Chips
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About Ben’s Traditional Fish & Chips
Ben's Traditional Fish & Chips is a fish and chips restaurant at 200 Shaftesbury Ave in Soho, London. Fish is battered to order once the order is placed, and the menu offers several fish choices, including cod and haddock, so diners specify which one they want. Scampi and calamari with chips sit alongside them on a menu of 56 dishes. Tartar sauce, malt vinegar, ketchup and mayo are set out on the tables, and curry sauce is sold by the pot. The dining room has an old-fashioned look, and an extra dining room in the basement adds more seating. The restaurant is open daily and keeps late-night hours.
Good to know
- ParkingDifficult to find a space
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs available
- DietaryServes vegetarian dishes
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Menu & Prices
56 dishes · mains £4–19- Cod£18.50
- Haddock£18.50
- Plaice£18.50
- Skate£18.50
- Scampi£18.50
- Calamari£18.50
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fish and chips, crispy battered haddock, tartar sauce and calamari and scampi.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fish and chips, crispy battered haddock, tartar sauce and calamari and scampi.
Customer Review Summary
Fish and chips, above all in a crispy, light batter that diners call not greasy, is what most reviewers come for. Haddock and cod draw the most specific praise, with the fish described as moist, flaky and perfectly cooked, and one visitor saw it battered the moment the order went in. Scampi and calamari with chips get mentions too, along with the tartar sauce and a tasty pot of curry sauce. Portions are repeatedly called generous, and the friendly, fast service earns steady credit. A minority are less convinced. One reviewer found the crispy fish lacking flavour without heaps of sauce, another found the chips tasteless despite added salt and the sausage unconvincing, and a third wanted the fish more golden. Others note the old-fashioned feel and a busy, crowded street, and one suggests sitting inside for calm. One party was not allowed to choose their fish. When no outdoor table was free, a server arranged an extra table and stools.
Customer Review Summary
Fish and chips, above all in a crispy, light batter that diners call not greasy, is what most reviewers come for. Haddock and cod draw the most specific praise, with the fish described as moist, flaky and perfectly cooked, and one visitor saw it battered the moment the order went in. Scampi and calamari with chips get mentions too, along with the tartar sauce and a tasty pot of curry sauce. Portions are repeatedly called generous, and the friendly, fast service earns steady credit. A minority are less convinced. One reviewer found the crispy fish lacking flavour without heaps of sauce, another found the chips tasteless despite added salt and the sausage unconvincing, and a third wanted the fish more golden. Others note the old-fashioned feel and a busy, crowded street, and one suggests sitting inside for calm. One party was not allowed to choose their fish. When no outdoor table was free, a server arranged an extra table and stools.
Featured reviews
- Mahé P-C
“A really good place. The waiters are really available and But when you request a fish and chips, be careful to ask the fish they will give you. Because they have multiples choices of fishs and they didn't let us chose the time we came. Otherwhise the place is in a busy and crowded street so the ambiance is not really chill. I suggest to stay inside to be more in the calm. The prices are ok and the food was good so I recommend to go but be careful to the place you sit I would say.”
- Dishita Sen
“The food was amazing. The staff was really friendly. I ordered the cod fish and chips...and enjoyed it thoroughly. The reason I don't have a photo, is because I gorged the whole thing before I could take a photo. Would recommend 10/10”
- Ma O
“Absolutely loved the fish and the fresh salad! Everything was delicious, fresh, and perfectly cooked. The staff were also very friendly. I’ll definitely come back next time I’m in London. Highly recommended”
- ziying che
“Went here a couple days ago and I have to say it’s the best fish and chips I ever had!!! It’s so crispy outside and juicy inside. The fries are also amazing!!! The service is of course 10/10 staff were so helpful and friendly”
- Bikash Sah
“Excellent fish and chips! The food was fresh, crispy, and full of flavor. The portions were generous, and everything was cooked perfectly. A special thank you to Sabita for providing the best service. She was warm, attentive, and made us feel very welcome throughout our visit. Her friendly attitude made the experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommended, and we'll definitely be coming back!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Fish 'n' chips restaurant serving a traditional menu of eat-in or takeaway meals.”
- Popular for popular for lunch
- Popular for popular for dinner
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Has outdoor seating
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- Good for kids
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Has bar on site
Show more amenities
- Casual
- On-site services available
- Serves beer
- Has free water refills
- Serves late-night food
- Has catering
- Dining options· 6
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Has counter service
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Family-friendly· 1
- High chairs available
- Offerings· 4
- Serves alcohol
- Quick bite
- Has salad bar
- Serves wine
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Atmosphere· 1
- Cosy
- Popular for· 3
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Crowd· 2
- Popular with tourists
- Popular with university students
- Parking· 1
- Difficult to find a space
Location
Restaurants near Ben’s Traditional Fish & Chips
- SuperStar BBQ4.33,1050 mi£20–60Vegetarian optionsWheelchair accessibleReservations
bibimbap, marinated beef bbq, kimchi jeon
- 26 Grains4.31,4730.1 mi
fried eggs in chilli butter, matcha latte, omelette
- WooJung4.72,1790.1 mi£15–30Vegetarian optionsReservations
seafood pancake, tteokbokki, hidden inside korean mart/supermarket
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ben’s Traditional Fish & ChipsGood for kids | 4.89,301 | — | £10–20 | fish and chips, crispy battered haddock, tartar sauce |
| SuperStar BBQVegetarian options · Wheelchair accessible · Reservations | 4.33,105 | 0 mi | £20–60 | bibimbap, marinated beef bbq, kimchi jeon |
| 26 Grains | 4.31,473 | 0.1 mi | — | fried eggs in chilli butter, matcha latte, omelette |
| WooJungVegetarian options · Reservations | 4.72,179 | 0.1 mi | £15–30 | seafood pancake, tteokbokki, hidden inside korean mart/supermarket |
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