
Fish Cottage
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About Fish Cottage
Fish Cottage is a seafood restaurant and fish and chip takeaway in Sandsend, near the sea front, with picnic tables outside for sea-facing seating. Crab loaded fries recur on the table alongside fish, prawn and cauliflower tacos. Cod and chips remains a regular order, with curry sauce offered on the side, and battered calamari also appears on the menu. A licensed bar runs alongside the restaurant side of the business, and an electronic board displays order timings for those waiting on food. The restaurant takes both bookings and walk-ins, while the takeaway counter runs shorter hours than the dining room. Dogs are welcome on site. Whether ordering to sit in or to take away, the same kitchen serves both sides of the operation from the same address in Sandsend.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegetarian options
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fish tacos, crab loaded fries, cod and chips and outdoor seating by the sea.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fish tacos, crab loaded fries, cod and chips and outdoor seating by the sea.
Customer Review Summary
Fish tacos draw the most repeat mentions, praised across several visits as fresh and tasty, including a vegetarian cauliflower version singled out as a wonderful alternative. Close behind, crab loaded fries and battered calamari or squid come up again and again, alongside classic cod and chips (one diner notes the curry sauce as essential). Diners also point to standouts like a half lobster with garlic butter, oysters, and desserts including apple and pear crumble and a rhubarb crème brulé. The outdoor terrace and picnic tables in the sun get repeated praise for a relaxed feel, with the outside bar and electronic order board noted approvingly. Staff are consistently called friendly and attentive, quick to clear tables. One reviewer found only the fish cake unremarkable amid otherwise strong dishes. Several mention it gets busy enough that finding a table can be tricky. One family used it to mark a 60th birthday celebration, calling it a cherished memory.
Customer Review Summary
Fish tacos draw the most repeat mentions, praised across several visits as fresh and tasty, including a vegetarian cauliflower version singled out as a wonderful alternative. Close behind, crab loaded fries and battered calamari or squid come up again and again, alongside classic cod and chips (one diner notes the curry sauce as essential). Diners also point to standouts like a half lobster with garlic butter, oysters, and desserts including apple and pear crumble and a rhubarb crème brulé. The outdoor terrace and picnic tables in the sun get repeated praise for a relaxed feel, with the outside bar and electronic order board noted approvingly. Staff are consistently called friendly and attentive, quick to clear tables. One reviewer found only the fish cake unremarkable amid otherwise strong dishes. Several mention it gets busy enough that finding a table can be tricky. One family used it to mark a 60th birthday celebration, calling it a cherished memory.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Fantastic little place, helped by the good weather we sat outside to eat our meals. I had the regular cod and chips, my partner had the prawn taco Both were really good Has a restaurant as well as a takeaway away plus has a licenced bar to wash down your meal There is plenty of seating to cater for bookings and walk ins Very close to the sea front”
- Google user
“This was a lovely treat - My wife took me here on a Friday lunchtime. The sun was out and it was a beautiful afternoon. The food was delicious and it truly felt like a special occasion. We had the crab fries, ndjuda sausage n fries and tried the fish tacos. For the price, they were very decent indeed and I am pleased that I had the warewithal to take a photo. Friendly staff and great atmosphere.”
- Google user
“Whole family loved this place. Lovely weather helped, and the outdoor picnic tables are in a sun-trap. We had variations of battered squid, fish tacos and chips. Really tasty and a very worthwhile visit. Service is quick and easy- love the electronic board with timings on. Ours came a lot quicker than expected. Finding a table was trickier as it is so popular, however! The outside bar was a really good idea.”
- Google user
“We happened across this wonderful fish restaurant. Amazing! Fish & prawn tacos, fresh Oysters, crab dirty fries, battered calamari. Tender, tasty, fresh. Great service. We sat outside in the sunshine. Thoroughly enjoyed this brilliant food. Washed down with a refreshing pint of Hawkstone Lager.”
- Google user
“What a fantastic experience- staff are professional and food is excellent. Lola and Gary were brilliant. Not to mention the scenic location. Family celebration of my wife’s 60th birthday will be a cherished memory. Thank you Fish Cottage ❤️”
Highlights
“The Fish Cottage Seafood Restaurant, Fish & Chip Takeaway Located 20yds from the beach in the beautiful seaside village of Sandsend, we’re just a short drive from the popular fishing town of Whitby, North Yorkshire. We have a real love for the sea and pride ourselves in serving the finest, locally caught sustainable fish and seafood. We offer traditional fish and chips alongside a selection of modern dishes. Opening Hours Fish Cottage Restaurant is open Mon - Sunday 12.00 - 9.00pm, Takeaway 12 - 8pm”
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Takeout
- Dine-in
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- Family-friendly
- Vegetarian options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Offerings· 7
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
- Crowd· 4
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
- Dining options· 7
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Family-friendly· 3
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Highlights· 4
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Parking· 5
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
- Planning· 3
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
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