Harden's survey result
Summary
Perennially one of the highest-rated chippies in our survey, this family-run shop in West Hampstead serves “the most incredible, consistent fish ’n’ chips” – using “wonderful fresh fish that can be grilled” or fried in “matzo meal batter that’s just lighter than other batters and tastes so good”. It’s a friendly place, too: “been eating there for many years – clients feel like a large family and regulars often meet up there”. “The surroundings are much less notable than the food…”
Summary
This “classic family-run chippy” in West Hampstead has served “top-notch fish ’n’ chips or any grilled fish alternative at a more than fair price” for longer than anyone can remember. “George the owner is lovely” and “the staff welcome you like you’re family – once you’ve been a couple of times they’ll know your order off by heart”. “The dining room, though, is very basic and has the atmosphere of a station waiting room, with its fluorescent lighting”. Top Menu Tip – “the matzo meal batter is really light”.
Summary
“Old-fashioned in the best way”, this veteran West Hampstead chippy is known for “fantastic fresh fish ’n’ delicious chips” – hailed as “the best in the NWs”. “Matzo meal batter is light as a feather and not too greasy, and they can also do great grilled fish when you’re on a health kick”. The dining room remains “no-frills” despite a lockdown revamp and still “has a strip lighting aesthetic… but you don’t come for the ambience”.
Summary
Known for its “beautiful fresh fish fried in matzo meal” – much lighter than traditional batter – this veteran West Hampstead chippy is “always full of regulars”, many of whom suggest that “the fish ’n’ chips are the best ever” here. “The dining room has been revamped during lockdown – much needed!”
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27-29 Fortune Green Rd, London, NW6 1DU
Restaurant details
Nautilus Restaurant Diner Reviews
"We had cod and plaice with chips. We asked for chips to be crispy. All the food was very good. We ate coleslaw, mushy peas, tomato salad with great olive oil and quality thick balsamic, glass of wine and Keo lager. Bill was £59 with 5% service. The server was attentive and lovely. The restaurant has been refurbished and is no longer stuck in the 70's. One of the best fish and chip restaurants in London."
"As reliable and friendly as ever"
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £22.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £2.40 |
 Extras |
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| Service | 12.50% |
27-29 Fortune Green Rd, London, NW6 1DU
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
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