Carvers Fish & Chips — Restaurant in England

Have used the chip shop takeaway option before but this was my first time in the dining area.

The restaurant is surprisingly larger than you would think and the dimmed lighting, and wooden decor make it feel very cozy, and i imagine in an evening with the right person it could even be almost romantic in its own way. There is also a small bar area by the till area that was well presented.

The menu was more varied than some similar chip shop sit-down dining, but not as varied as others so middle of the road there, however the quality of food and staff are definitely not middle of the road (in a good way), as they were happy to mix and match items from various menu options onto one plate, and were friendly throughout.

The food arrived hot and fully cooked, and was delicious for the most part.

The 2 reasons it loses a star from my review is, considering it's a chippie with on-site frying facilities i expected the Halloumi fingers to be battered rather than breaded (i don't think it mentioned breaded on the menu). They would be less bland and more flavourful if battered.

The other reason is, it was December when I visited yet there were nothing to indicate the festive season, no decorations on the window ledges, counter, ceiling (away from tables) and not even Christmas songs on the music player, instead the music was very generic and punctured the ambience somewhat at times.

Overall 4/5 stars, will...

Edit. We went to the takeaway side this time, and whilst the lady serving was friendly, the portion size was tiny for the cost! Over £20 for fish and chips twice with peas! The fish was OK but not what we would call a large, but the chips were such a small amount we nearly took the lot back. Thought they might be hiding under the fish but nothing!! Won't be coming back anytime soon I'm afraid.

We went to the restaurant for the first time for my girlfriends birthday. We were seated straight away in a clean and well spaces restaurant. The service was very friendly and attentive. The food was freshly cooked and good sized portions. Only whish they put the restaurant prices up online as the costs were quite a bit more than take away. But worth it considering the presentation and service. Thanks Carvers see you again soon.

Also went in for a takeaway since, all cooker fresh and great service....

Called in here a couple of months ago. It was early evening and there was only another couple at a table. We sat down and still had to wait about five minutes before the member of staff attended us. The waitress seemed tense and her role seemed uncomfortable. We ordered the haddock and chips meal, and waited a further twenty minutes. We were brought our hot drinks and oddly a mixture of brown and white bread - which was dry and boardy. The meals came and I can honestly say that I really didn't enjoy it at all. Tasteless and mediocre. I will not revisit Carvers restaurant. This was the most expensive and disappointing fish and chip meal I have every eaten. If you want good fish and chips and youre in Hull - visit Molly Molones on Hessle Road, they put all others in...