RestaurantsWest SussexWorthingBN11

survey result

Summary

£59
   ££
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Good
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4
Very Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

A “brilliant, family-run, beachside fish restaurant” (“crowded” and a bit rustic) that was launched in 2015, and whose tented terrace spills onto the seafront promenade. There’s a “short menu, but with sufficient variety and choice” and “good simple seafood” (that’s “always good value”) is the order of the day, with the headline crustacean making several cameos.

Summary

£53
   ££
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Good
4
Very Good
4
Very Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“If you love fish you’ll love CrabShack”, say fans of this “rustic” family-owned spot “right on the seafront”, with a “short and consistent menu”. It’s “a bit crowded, a bit noisy, but if you don’t mind that, just relax and enjoy fish tacos, crab cakes, crispy squid and more – it’s all gorgeous”.

Summary

£50
   ££
4
Very Good
4
Very Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“Worthing’s finest!” – this “funky, classy”, family-run spot on the seafront excels for its “fresh seafood treated with care”; there’s a “short menu that delivers on all fronts”, “friendly service” and an “exceptional evening ambience”. Top Tip – “best crab sandwiches around”.

Summary

£50
   ££
3
Good
4
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Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“Super-fresh seafood by the sea” is the deal at this family-run shack in “a great location on Worthing prom”. It makes for “delicious food in a very cool setting” – at its best when the kitchen keeps things simple. Top Tip: “try the crab sandwich and chips”.

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2 Marine Parade, Worthing, BN11 3PN

Restaurant details

No dress code

Prices

Traditional European menu

Starter Main Pudding
£8.00 £19.50 £8.00
Drinks  
Wine per bottle £30.00
Filter Coffee £3.00
Extras  
Bread £0.00
Service 10.00%
2 Marine Parade, Worthing, BN11 3PN
Opening hours
MondayCLOSED
Tuesday12 pm‑6 pm
Wednesday12 pm‑6 pm
Thursday12 pm‑10 pm
Friday12 pm‑10 pm
Saturday12 pm‑10 pm
Sunday12 pm‑6 pm

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