McDermott's Fish & Chips — Restaurant in London

This chip shop is definitely not what it used to be. I first ate there around 20 years ago when it was a real cut above the rest. I have no doubt they know what they are doing and can definitely pull it out the bag when they need to, but the last few times I have eaten there I have been unimpressed to say the least. I can only speak for takeaway, but whilst waiting for my food tonight, I noticed there was a difference between the chips they serve the dine in customers and the chips they serve takeaway customers. When they serve up a dine in portion, there is a lady that hand picks any double (maybe triple) cooked chips from the plate. She then re-arranges the chips on the plate by hand again. It was actually annoying to watch her unnecessarily touch nearly every chip on the plate without gloves, all whilst pottering around the kitchen and touching colleagues in between. Luckily the take away portions aren’t manhandled this way, but as a result you end up with some chips perfectly cooked, and others cooked to a complete crisp. (See photo). Fish was cooked ok, but they do vary in size, however there is one size and one price on the menu. It may have been coincidence but the fish on the three plates I witnessed being served to dine in customers were a lot bigger than the piece I was given. Service is snappy, no frills, but you do your own salt and vinegar and they don’t have onion vinegar. The portions of chips are very small compared to other local offerings. This doesn’t bother me too much as how many potatoes can one really eat? But I’m sure there a lot of people that would be disappointed with this amount of chips you get in a portion. Pies are run of the mill, pukka I think, can’t really go wrong there. I popped in on the off chance this evening, and don’t see myself going back any time soon....

I'm a long term customer, and McDermotts is brilliant everytime!

A well established independent business with a strong local reputation, and an important presence in the local community.

Customers are always greeted and assisted by the same team of friendly & helpful ladies behind the counter. Along with the kitchen staff, the staffing team are always very efficient and service is prompt.

The whole venue and kitchen is always exceptionally clean. They have worked hard to ensure prices remain reasonable despite cost increases. The quality of the food is always great and exceptional.

Please be aware that this estalishment is closed on certain days, and generally opening hours are earlier in the evening.

This venue has a corresponding restaurant attached operating it the evening alongside the takeaway. They also offer takeway Lunchtime specials on busier days.

They accept card payments with a minunim spend of £10. However, there is also a free cash point immediately next door at the Co-Op supermarket if needed. There is plentiful free parking at all times of the day immediately outside.

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Simply the best fish and chips around. Of course it’s easy to say this statement on any fish and chippie but if you really are looking for something special then you must try this place! So yes the prices are higher than your local but this place hasn’t won Awards because it cooks from frozen, it’s all FRESH. The difference in eating from fresh is huge and is worth the long queues and the extra £. Normally I get a takeaway but if this will be your first visit then be prepared for: a queue (although the wait is not that long as they have a very efficient system to get customers through and not waiting ages for their food!). You can also dine in but because I haven’t tried this service I can’t comment but assume it will be of the same standard of fish! Also if driving, their is a car park out front but on a busy night it maybe be limited space but again it’s more likely its customers from here so you won’t have too wait too long for a space to become available. I also recommend the home made tartar sauce. So to conclude, just give this place a try and if you feel it’s not worth it, then you can always go back to...