Harden's survey result
Summary
“Great fish ’n’ chips in a fairly dull area of Croydon” wins ongoing praise for Tony McDermott’s local stalwart, which opened in 1987. “The restaurant has won many awards over the years and is well worth a visit”.
Summary
Some say it’s “the best fish ’n’ chip shop for miles around”, some say it’s “one of the best inside the M25”. Whatever the hype, it’s generally agreed that the chippie Tony McDermott opened 35 years ago in the outskirts of Croydon serves fish of “exceptional quality, well worth going out of the way for”.
Summary
Tony & Sean McDermott “deserve all their awards” at this “great fish ’n’ chippie (est 1987), on the outskirts of Croydon”, but “worth going miles out of your way” for; it’s “always packed”, so expect to queue.
Summary
Tony & Sean McDermott “deserve all their awards” at this “great fish ’n’ chippie (est 1987), on the outskirts of Croydon”, but “worth going miles out of your way” for; it’s “always packed”, so expect to queue.
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McDermotts Fish & Chips Restaurant Diner Reviews

"Once again I find myself recommending McDermotts as one of the finest fish and chip restaurants in the UK. I have had the privilege to eat in many similar restaurants across the country but I can heartily recommend McDermotts for their consistency in offering top quality fish and very reasonable prices. The service is extremely friendly and personable and I look forward to visiting them regularly for a lovely evening out- always leaving with a big smile on my face "
Prices
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Wine per bottle | £13.50 |
Filter Coffee | £4.40 |
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Service | 12.50% |
5-7 The Forestdale Shopping Centre Featherbed Ln, Croydon, CR0 9AS
Opening hours
Monday | CLOSED |
Tuesday | 4 pm‑8 pm |
Wednesday | 4 pm‑8 pm |
Thursday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 4 pm‑8 pm |
Friday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 4 pm‑9 pm |
Saturday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 4 pm‑8 pm |
Sunday | CLOSED |
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