Trawler's Catch — Restaurant in East Lindsey

An excellent chippy right near the beach. The food was hot, delicious and clearly fresh. Queue took a little while to get through but on a warm Saturday afternoon that's to be expected. The only thing that brought down was the loud and frankly obnoxious pirate audio track that played on a loop (what felt like) every 5 minutes. The content of the track wasn't a problem just a few cheesy pirate jokes. The issue was the sheer overpowering volume! We were sat outside due to limited space inside and after a couple of minutes we were blown away by a sudden and unexpected west country accent bellowing 'ahoy mateys!'. This instantly scared both our young children who didn't know what was going on but also other children around us as the track continued with loud, almost realistic cannon fire effects, angry dog barks and a shrill squawking parrot. Like i've said the track itself wasn't the issue and I understand it matches the theming and will draw in punters but to suddenly go from eating our meal to suddenly being at the front row of a heavy metal concert (it was that loud) really ruined our experience.

Also, to the owners you might want to have a word with one of the cleaners on duty yesterday as I saw them multiple times pouring part finished drink cans that had been left on the tables and pouring them into one can before necking the mixed up left overs and then binning the now empty cans. Just give the man a drink so customers don't have to see him swallow multiple customers spit back...

We first visited this chip shop a year ago on a friend’s recommendation and absolutely loved it. The food was excellent — generous portions, great quality, and really good value for money. For a chip shop, the menu was quite varied, and despite the usual queue outside, we were served within 15 minutes. It was a smooth, satisfying experience that made a lasting impression.

We were excited to return during the Easter break this year, hoping for the same great service and food. Unfortunately, this visit didn’t quite live up to our expectations. We ended up queuing for over an hour, and it seemed the place was short-staffed, with only three people working. This made the wait feel frustrating, and sadly, the food didn’t match the quality we remembered from last time.

On the plus side, there’s plenty of seating available, and they open up the bar next door for additional seating. Don’t be put off by all the tables being taken when you get there, they free up Quite quick. The place is kept exceptionally clean for such a busy venue. The decor is all pirate ship style, something the kids seems to particularly love. There’s often Disney mascots just outside for kids to take pics with too.

We’re giving them the benefit of the doubt — we do plan to come back once again. But if the next visit is anything like this one, it’ll likely be our last, which is a real shame for a place that started...

5 Stars! A Skegness Seaside Delight at Trawler's Catch

We had a fantastic lunch at Trawler's Catch in Skegness today and couldn't wait to share our experience! The atmosphere was perfect for a seaside town - nautical themed with a casual vibe.

The food was absolutely top-notch. My fish and chips were perfect. The fish was fresh, flaky, and cooked to perfection in a light and crispy batter. The chips were golden brown on the outside and fluffy on the inside, just the way I like them. The peas were a great addition, adding a pop of colour and freshness.

My wife was equally impressed with her battered sausage and chips. The sausage was succulent and flavourful, and the batter was light and crispy, just like mine. The curry sauce was the perfect accompaniment, rich and flavourful.

The portion sizes were generous, and we both left feeling happy and satisfied. The staff were friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed.

Overall, Trawler's Catch is a must-visit for anyone looking for a delicious and authentic fish and chip experience in Skegness. We highly recommend it and will definitely be back next time...