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What to order
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Fish and Chips
Mentioned repeatedly as the best fish and chips in Southwold with fresh fish, light golden crispy batter, perfect double-fried chips, and generous portions. Praised for quality, consistency, and reasonable pricing. Many reviews highlight the freshness, cooking to order, and enjoyable dining experience either inside or as takeaway.
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Haddock
Mentioned as part of the fantastic fish and chips experience, noted for good portions and quality.
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Fish Cakes
Described as homemade and the best fish cakes ever, indicating high quality and a must-try alternative to the main fish dishes.
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Cod Goujons
Recommended as fantastic and a great option to try, showing variety in fish offerings beyond traditional fish and chips.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11:45 AM to 8 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11:45 AM to 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:45 AM to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 11:45 AM to 8 PM |
| Friday | 11:45 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:45 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:45 AM to 7 PM |
About Marks Fish Shop
Marks Fish Shop is a fish and chips takeaway and fast food restaurant in Southwold, England. Reviewers consistently praise the crispy batter, fresh fish, and chips, and many mention that the fish is cooked in beef dripping. The shop is known for traditional fish and chips, with some reviews also noting fish cakes, fish goujons, and vegan options. It offers dine-in and takeaway service, and reviewers mention it as a casual spot for lunch or dinner with a usually busy wait.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Tourists
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Marks Fish Shop known for?
It is best known for traditional fish and chips, especially fish cooked in beef dripping with light golden batter and crisp chips. Reviewers repeatedly call out the fresh fish, flaky texture, and the fact that the food is cooked to order.
What dishes are most recommended at Marks Fish Shop?
Reviewers most often recommend the fish and chips, large fish portions, fish cakes, and fish goujons. The chips are frequently described as fresh, golden, and generously portioned, and some diners also mention vegan options on the menu.
What is the atmosphere like at Marks Fish Shop?
The atmosphere is casual and family-friendly, with both indoor seating and takeaway available. Reviews describe it as friendly and welcoming, and it suits solo diners, tourists, and groups who want a straightforward fish and chips meal.
Is Marks Fish Shop good value?
Yes, it is generally described as reasonably priced, with a price range of £10–20. Reviewers say the portions are large and filling, and several mention that the quality and consistency make the cost feel fair.
What should I know about waiting and seating at Marks Fish Shop?
Reviews say it can be busy and there is usually a wait, but several diners note that the queue does not take long. There is limited indoor seating plus outdoor seating, and the shop is about a five minute walk from the seafront in Southwold.
Is parking available at Marks Fish Shop?
Yes. Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Is Marks Fish Shop kid-friendly?
Yes, Marks Fish Shop is good for kids.
