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Haddock and Chips
Medium Cod Fish and Chips
  • Top categories (Cod and Chips / Sauces)
  • Most orders: £1–10
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Overview & Highlights

Golden Fish Bar Wainscott ME24LA is a beloved fish and chips takeaway nestled on 1 Wainscott Rd, Rochester. This local gem has earned a reputation for serving some of the freshest, most satisfying fish and chips in the Medway area, making it a go-to spot for both residents and visitors craving classic British comfort food.

The star of the menu is undoubtedly their expertly cooked cod and chips, boasting a perfectly crisp batter that never overwhelms the tender, flaky fish within. Priced at £12.20 for a medium portion, it offers remarkable value considering the generous size and consistently fresh quality. For those seeking variety, the menu also features haddock and chips (£12.40), rock and chips (£12.60), and hearty Pukka pies with your choice of mince beef and onion, chicken and mushroom, or steak and kidney, all served with chips for just £7.10.

Beyond the seafood, Golden Fish Bar impresses with classic British fast food favorites like cheeseburgers and chicken burgers ranging from £4.00 to £7.10, as well as portions of nuggets and chips that satisfy both young and old. Complement your meal with their selection of sauces—including curry, gravy, mushy peas, and mayonnaise—each adding a rich and flavorful twist to your dish.

Customers frequently praise the takeaway for its consistently freshly cooked food and friendly service. Andrew Millsom highlights it as "one of the best fish and chips shops on the west side of the river," noting their obliging attitude to orders over the phone. Dan Bloomfield calls it "absolutely the best fish and chip shop around," applauding the freshness, amazing chips, and generous portion sizes.

The atmosphere you can expect here is casual and welcoming, perfectly suited for a quick takeaway meal when hunger strikes. The emphasis on freshness and quality shines through every order, whether you’re grabbing a classic cod and chips or trying the distinctive rock fish option. Several customers appreciate the reasonable prices and substantial portions, with Phil sharing that the tasty, well-sized cod and crisp batter keep him coming back frequently.

It’s worth noting that Golden Fish Bar operates on a cash-only basis, which some find a minor inconvenience but also a charming nod to traditional chip shop culture. As Michael Barrymore kindly points out, if you need cash, there’s a Co-Op conveniently located across the road.

Whether you’re a local or just passing through, Golden Fish Bar Wainscott ME24LA delivers an authentic, satisfying fish and chips experience with warmth and consistency. For anyone craving fresh, golden battered fish paired with fluffy chips and friendly smiles, this takeaway is a top contender that keeps the classic British takeaway tradition deliciously alive.

Comforts & Conveniences

Accessibility
  • No wheelchair-accessible car park
  • No wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • No wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
  • Offers takeaway
  • No delivery
  • No dine-in
Popular for
  • Popular for lunch
  • Popular for dinner
Payments
  • Cash only

Where to Visit

Visitor Testimonials (410)

One of the best fish and chips shops on the west side of the river in the Medway area. Call and order for a freshly cooked fish. They are generally obliging.

Great service amazing fish and chips always cooked fresh

Came in yesterday for nuggets and chips at lunchtime. The food was lovely and the portions were very big. Friendly service. Thank you

Always hot food and served cheerfully and not as expensive as some places nearby,keep it up.

Absolutely best fish and chip shop around always cooked fresh chips are absolutely amazing, very friendly and portion sized are very good highly recommended

Fri-yay! This is our local "go to" fish and chip shop. We prefer to order when we visit but they will take orders over the phone. Just remember it's strictly cash payment only! Prices and portions seem reasonable and good value. I usually I have cod and chips, the cod is always cooked while I wait, very good quality, good in size, in my opinion. The batter is tasty and not to thick either. The chips are mostly just right, usually drained well, not too crispy but soft. Be quick to get them home and open, as they can get soggy with the heat when freshly cooked! The place could do with a refresh but Chinese staff are always friendly and quick to serve....4/5

Being from north i found it a bit steep for fish and chips. But impressed it was a good chunk of fish, more of a door wedge thickness. I'd go back again.

Cash payment only, lovely chip shop. Great food. If you need cash out, go across the road for Co-Op.

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