Britannia Fish Bar — Restaurant in Canterbury

A few weeks ago me and my mate visited Herne Bay from London and found ourselves at a loss for what to eat.

We came across Britannia Fish Bar by chance having walked the length of Herne Bay High Street to find a suitable eatery.

When we walked into Britannia Fish Bar we were immediately greeted by what can only be described as the most friendly and enthusiastic chip shop owner in Christendom who commented on his particularly "liking happy people like us!" With a constantly cheerful and positive demeanor the owner, who's name is Michael, proceeded to take our order of large cod bites and a large portion of chips and whilst waiting surprisingly provided us with free samples of chips with his signature herb and garlic seasoning which turned out to be absolutely delicious.

It has to be said that when we eagerly ate our freshly cooked order of food it was seventh heaven and the chips and cod bites were cooked to complete perfection. There is no doubt that Michael is a perfect professional who is proud of what he serves because he always does his best to please his customers and he is a credit to the chippy tradition and also the best chippy in the region by far. We shall be making it our business to go to this beautiful eatery every time we visit Herne Bay or Whitstable and we shall be trying out different items from the menu as every item looks delicious from this place. Highly, highly recommended if you want excellent quality food at very reasonable prices served by a real and proud professional who truly knows how to please...

I've been going to this place for years as it's the only place I can get gluten free battered sausage that doesn't cause me stomach pain. I knew it had changed hands a few years back but it was still good so I kept going. However, the last time I went they said they didn't have gf sausage so I just ordered something else, figured they'd just run out. Went again today, rang ahead with my order, gf sausage and gf chips, they said it was fine. But AGAIN, when I got there, they said they didn't have it and gave me a normal one instead! I figured I'd try it but a few bites in it was so greasy I couldn't eat any more. I asked them to put salt, vinegar and Shakey Shakey seasoning on the chips (this seasoning is half the reason for visiting!) and when I opened the bag up they hadn't bothered to put anything on them! Plus, I'm pretty sure they weren't gf chips as they usually do these made to order but the chips I was given were overcooked, dry and pretty inedible. So it seems they have less to offer now in the way of gf options and quality has gone down overall. Such a disappointment after going here for so many years! It's really gone downhill. I think it has changed hands a second time which is why it's not as good. After tonight I found the shop in Ramsgate run by the original owners and ate from there, had a much nicer time and will go there...

It seems everyone is warmly greeted by the lovely Turkish Mama who owns and runs this Gem of a F&C shop - loved the way that they have a blackboard on the wall telling which boat caught the fish, what potatoes are being used etc... The list of gorgeous Gluten free offerings is fabulous..not just F&C but GF sausages, fish cakes and tons more - AND a real bonus - GF battered banana, apple - all sorts of sweets too! The shop has a 5 Star Hygiene rating which is super important and the care taken to ensure a delicious and safe meal for those of us on gluten free diets is terrific and a credit to the owners. The special 'Shakey Shakey' seasoning is ab fab! So thank you so much - well worth the journey from Dover and we'll be back. Cautionary note - the Large F&C is enormous - almost too much to eat - so beware! My hubby loved the...