Sea Shanty Fish & Chips — Restaurant in Burlington

We first met Ian, the patron of the Sea Shanty Fish and Chips, in a dog park in Toronto at the weekend around a year ago. Some good banter led to a few pints, and the beginning of a great friendship. We met up many times over the course of our year in Canada, and have made some lifelong friends. One day he invited us to his place sea shanty in Burlington to try his fish and chips, and were blown away by the whole experience.

Coming from England this is something I know a little bit about, and I can hands down say that his are the best I’ve had outside of the United Kingdom, and would easily be in contention for the best back home. The particular highlight is the batter, light and crisp, of just the right thickness, made with the sea shanty’s unique recipe.

It’s not just the fish and chips that makes this a special place. It’s the fact that it’s been family owned for 50 years, and you can tell Ian really cares about his customers. Every time I have been I meet regulars who have been coming for years, often different generations of the same family.

Rather than the standard sterile “hi my name is xxx and I’ll be your server today” service experienced all too often in North America, as soon as you walk in here you feel almost like you’ve been welcomed in to someone’s home, and your hosts take a genuine interest in you and making your meal as enjoyable as possible.

We have now moved back to England, although whenever we come back to Canada we will make a point of coming back to the sea shanty to see our friends, have an excellent meal and even better...

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Sea Shanty Fish and Chips in Burlington, and I must say, I was blown away by the quality of the food and service. From start to finish, my experience at Sea Shanty was nothing short of exceptional, and I would give it a five-star rating without hesitation.

First and foremost, the fish and chips were absolutely delicious. The fish was cooked to perfection, with a crispy golden batter and tender, flaky white fish inside. The chips were also outstanding - crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and perfectly seasoned. It was clear that the ingredients were fresh and of the highest quality. I also appreciated the variety of sauces and condiments available to accompany the meal.

In addition to the food, the service was top-notch. The staff were welcoming, friendly, and attentive, making me feel right at home. They were knowledgeable about the menu and provided excellent recommendations. The restaurant itself was clean and well-maintained, with a cozy and inviting atmosphere.

Overall, Sea Shanty Fish and Chips is a must-visit for anyone looking for delicious seafood in Burlington. The quality of the food and service is truly exceptional, and I cannot recommend it highly enough. I will definitely be...

After my favourite fish and chips shop closed down about 2 years ago, I have been looking for a replacement without much success. In my Googling efforts, I found one more to try. My first experience with Sea Shanty was very favourable. The fish was delicate and well battered (delicious!), the fries generous and the coleslaw both creamy and with just enough acid to give it a lovely fresh taste. What impressed me prior even to my fist bite was the cook. I had the opportunity to watch the action from the counter and was entranced by the skill and precision displayed. Continuously checking the quality of the cooking, maintaining the fryer to be as clean of debris (and burned flavours) as possible, even breaking open one of the fries to ensure they were cooking to standard…this was someone in tune with the product and the equipment and who cooked with the sure knowledge that “just good enough” just isn’t good enough. I will be back, and I strongly suspect that, like the song about Henry The Eighth (“Second verse, same as the first!”), my next experience with Sea Shanty will be just as fine as my first...