
Kingfisher Fish Bar
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About Kingfisher Fish Bar
On Coast Rd in Norwich, Kingfisher Fish Bar is a fish and chips takeaway sitting directly across the road from the beach. Fish is cooked to order, so there's a short wait for it fresh out of the fryer, and orders are called out by number when ready. The menu includes mushy peas and curry sauce as sides, and a large battered sausage is available, noticeably bigger than the standard size. Seating covers basic tables inside along with picnic and pub benches outside. It operates on a walk-in basis, with online ordering available for collection, and the shop is often busy with a queue at peak times. Christmas week brings altered hours, with the shop closed from the 24th to the 31st, a shortened midday opening on New Year's Day, and normal hours resuming on the 2nd.
Good to know
“Christmas Opening Times 🎄 24th-----31st Closed 1st January 12pm--230pm 2nd Open As Normal Wishing our customers all Merry Christmas and have a happy New Year! 🎆 Sorry for any inconvenience.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention large cod and chips, battered sausage, large haddock and mushy peas.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention large cod and chips, battered sausage, large haddock and mushy peas.
Customer Review Summary
Large cod and haddock cooked to order draw the most praise, with reviewers repeatedly noting thick, fresh fish, properly cooked batter and generous portions, one describing a large cod as better than restaurant "prime cod" costing far more. Close behind, the battered sausage gets singled out more than once as oversized, and mushy peas and chips are called tasty with not too many small bits. Several mention ordering online for smooth collection, and one large group of ten found their food hot and fresh even at a busy family gathering. The recurring trade-off is a wait since fish is cooked fresh, and queues form at busy times, with one visit noting the shop had sold out of fish that evening, though staff kept customers informed. Value comes up too, with a large cod and haddock combo running about thirty pounds, called good value rather than cheap. Diners describe eating at indoor tables, outdoor benches, or carrying meals across the road to eat facing the sea.
Customer Review Summary
Large cod and haddock cooked to order draw the most praise, with reviewers repeatedly noting thick, fresh fish, properly cooked batter and generous portions, one describing a large cod as better than restaurant "prime cod" costing far more. Close behind, the battered sausage gets singled out more than once as oversized, and mushy peas and chips are called tasty with not too many small bits. Several mention ordering online for smooth collection, and one large group of ten found their food hot and fresh even at a busy family gathering. The recurring trade-off is a wait since fish is cooked fresh, and queues form at busy times, with one visit noting the shop had sold out of fish that evening, though staff kept customers informed. Value comes up too, with a large cod and haddock combo running about thirty pounds, called good value rather than cheap. Diners describe eating at indoor tables, outdoor benches, or carrying meals across the road to eat facing the sea.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“We ordered online seamlessly and the fish and chips were ready even before the time stated. The shop was busy but very organised and the food was delicious - fish wasn't oily but perfectly battered! Highly recommend 👍🏼”
- Google user
“Excellent food, large portions, fish cooked to order so slight wait. Always busy, so be prepared to queue. Tables available inside and outside to eat, or take-away. Large Cod & Chips plus Large Haddock & chips, plus one mushy peas about £30, so not particularly cheap, but good value for what you get.”
- Google user
“10 of us went for Fish and chips on 26th June we met each other there as some of the family were on the beach. When we arrived at 17:00 we ordered various cod and chips haddock and chips fish bites and chips that equated to 10 meals asked for collection at 17:30. Almost bang on 17:30 the order number was called and 10 freshly cooked and hot meals were boxed up for us. Everyone commented how hot, fresh and filling their meal was. We sat at two table outside, which made the start to the evening meal fantastic, good food and chatter. I would highly recommend it but do think ahead and order on arrival be prepared for a short wait as it is worth it. I will come here again”
- Google user
“Went here one evening this week and it was absolutely packed, they sold out of fish but were incredibly attentive and kept everyone informed. Most importantly the food is genuinely brilliant. Well worth a visit”
- Google user
“Great food and with beach right across the road excellent place for a quick lunch! Good selection and nice crispy chips for under £4 per portion! Basic eat in option available when weather isn't on your side as well!”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Restaurants near Kingfisher Fish Bar
- Amber Bar & Restaurant4.52359.6 mi awayWheelchair accessibleGood for kidsReservations
sunday roast, generous portions, whitebait starter
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingfisher Fish BarWheelchair accessible | 4.6907 | — | large cod and chips, battered sausage, large haddock |
| Amber Bar & RestaurantWheelchair accessible · Good for kids · Reservations | 4.5235 | 9.6 mi away | sunday roast, generous portions, whitebait starter |
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