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What to order
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Fish And Chips
The most frequently praised item across the reviews, repeatedly described as fresh, huge, crispy, non-greasy, and perfectly battered, with generous portions and excellent chips.
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Oysters
Recommended for being exceptionally fresh and a standout seafood choice, with one review noting they enjoyed 32 oysters across two visits.
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Sticky Toffee Pudding
Highly recommended as a dessert, described as absolutely worth saving room for and the perfect ending to the meal.
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Crab Soup
Mentioned as incredibly tasty and part of the restaurant’s standout seafood offerings.
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Cod & Chips
Praised for its tasty fish, great batter, and succulent cod, making it a strong version of the restaurant’s signature dish.
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Crab Bisque
Recommended as very tasty and a good starter, with reviewers highlighting its rich seafood flavor.
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Scallops
Called the best one reviewer had ever had, making it one of the most strongly endorsed seafood dishes.
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Langoustines
Mentioned alongside the scallops as an excellent seafood choice and part of a memorable meal.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM |
About Magpie Café
Traditional fish and chips plus smart seafood dishes served in an old-school waterfront cafe.
Amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
Crowd
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Frequently asked
What is Magpie Café known for?
Magpie Café is best known for cod and chips, especially the fresh cod with light, crispy batter and fluffy chips. Reviewers also call out the fresh seafood, including oysters, crab soup, and scampi, plus the harbour view when you can get a window table.
What dishes are most recommended at Magpie Café?
The most frequently recommended dishes are cod and chips, oysters, scampi, and crab soup, with lobster Thermidor and sticky toffee pudding also getting strong praise. Reviewers often mention the seafood as especially fresh and the portions as generous.
What is the atmosphere like at Magpie Café?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and historic, with a traditional waterfront cafe feel in Whitby. It suits groups, tourists, and solo diners, and several reviews mention friendly, efficient service without feeling rushed.
Is Magpie Café good value, and what is the price range?
Magpie Café is priced at £20 to £30, and reviewers often say the portions are generous and the quality justifies the cost. Some note it is a bit pricier than other chippies, but still well worth it for the fish, chips, and seafood.
Do you need to book ahead at Magpie Café?
Yes, reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, and reviews say it gets very busy. Some guests also mention a wait, so booking ahead is especially useful if you want a window table for the harbour view.
Is parking available at Magpie Café?
Yes. Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does Magpie Café have vegetarian options?
Yes, Magpie Café offers vegetarian options.
Is Magpie Café kid-friendly?
Yes, Magpie Café is good for kids.
