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Jake's Plaice - Fish
Fish and Chips
Mentioned repeatedly as delicious with generous portions, light and crispy batter, and the best in the local area. Many reviewers praised the quality of the cod, the crispiness of the batter, and the value for money.
Traditional Fishcake
Specifically highlighted as virtually impossible to find and delicious, with a compliment to the owner reflecting its quality.
Battered Sausage with Chips & Curry Sauce
Recommended for its nostalgic, retro feel, with perfect food and generous portions, evoking a sense of traditional chippy cuisine.
Chip Butty
Noted as a nice option alongside the classic fish and chips, enjoyed with traditional Dandelion and Burdock drink.
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM, 4:30 to 7:15 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM, 4:30 to 7:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM, 4:30 to 7:15 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM, 4:30 to 7:15 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM, 4:30 to 8:15 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM, 4:30 to 7:15 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Jake's Plaice - Fish
Jake's Plaice - Fish is a casual restaurant in York, England, focused on fish and chips and other traditional chippy food. Reviewers consistently praise the generous portions, crisp batter, and good value, with mentions of cod, fishcake, battered sausage, chips, and curry sauce. It is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and offers takeout, dine-in, and onsite service. The shop is cash-friendly, though it also accepts debit cards and NFC mobile payments.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- Tourists
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Jake's Plaice - Fish known for?
It is best known for fish and chips, especially cod in crisp batter and very generous portions. Reviewers also call out the traditional fishcake, battered sausage, and curry sauce as part of the old-fashioned chippy style.
What dishes are most recommended at Jake's Plaice - Fish?
The most recommended items are cod and chips, small fish and chips, traditional fishcake, and battered sausage with chips and curry sauce. Reviewers repeatedly mention the fish being huge or freshly cooked, the batter being light and crispy, and the portions being big enough to satisfy.
What is the atmosphere like at Jake's Plaice - Fish?
The atmosphere is casual and feels like a traditional, retro chippy rather than a modern all-purpose restaurant. It suits quick lunches, dinner stops, and solo diners, and reviewers mention friendly service and a straightforward local feel in the York area.
Is Jake's Plaice - Fish good value?
Yes, it is generally described as good value, with a price range of £1 to £10 and multiple reviews calling the food reasonably priced or good value for money. The generous portion sizes are a major part of that value, since customers often mention getting a lot of fish and chips for the price.
Do you need to book ahead or plan for a wait at Jake's Plaice - Fish?
Reservations are not accepted, so it is a walk-in chippy. Reviewers say the fish is sometimes dried to order and worth waiting for, which suggests a short wait can happen when it is busy.
Is parking available at Jake's Plaice - Fish ?
Yes. Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Jake's Plaice - Fish kid-friendly?
Yes, Jake's Plaice - Fish is good for kids.
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