Salty's Fish and Chips - Duncan, British Columbia

Allen F. V.

Dropped in for halibut and chips. Was greeted by friendly staff and seated right away. She brought us menus but I noticed the special on the blackboard and ordered right away. We ordered drinks at the same time. We got our happy but still no drinks, We got our fish n chips but still no drinks. Sp when the server asked us if there was anything else they could get us. I reminded her of the drinks. Thus the 4/5 stars. The fries were crispy and the right potato to give the right flavor. The fish Halibut was tender and moist the batter just the right crunch cooked to perfection. All in all the food was great and the missed drinks not the end of the world. Would I go back again definitely.

Mike

I had Halibut with coleslaw and my friend had cod & chips. Table was set with a bottle of malt vinegar and a bottle of tartar sauce. Don't forget to check the board on the wall as it displays the daily specials!

Steven M.

Hands down the very best fish and chips in the Cowichan Valley. The only reason I haven’t put up a review here before because I typically have eaten half before I remember to take a picture. Food is always hot, always fresh and the fries are to die for. As for the fish…..fantastic, generous portions you won’t leave hungry. I only wish I could give this place 6 stars.

Shavkat P.

Absolutely loved the experience at Salty Fish and Chips The fish was perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the chips were golden and delicious. Everything tasted fresh and was served hot. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the service was quick. The cozy atmosphere made it even more enjoyable. Highly recommend this place for anyone craving. Authentic and tasty fish and chips!

Bob W.

The store could use a deep clean all the condiments were greasy bathroom floor dirty not cleaned from previous night as we were first customers in that day. Toilet and sink was clean. The chips had been reheated from previous day fish was fair. Staff were very pleasant and welcoming

El B.

Best decision I made trying to find a place for lunch. The guys working there were amazing, great service. The halibut was flaky, soft, lightly buttered, delicious. The shrimp and prawns perfectly cooked. 5 starts every single time.

paulette N.

Great fish and chips, love their coleslaw. My go to fish and chips place. Seating area is small. I time my visits around busy times as I prefer it over takeout. But takeout is great too!

BC F. A.

Update: Since the original review. We ate here a few times since as our food stop to and from Victoria. The prices has gone up since but not surprising with the inflation issues of 2022. However it's still great fish and chips even without the ayce Tuesday. I recommend going for the halibut it's worth the extra money. The tarter sauce issue I had with them on my original review is not an issue now. It seems like it might of been that day but since I like the tarter sauce.

Original review: We came on Tuesday for the all you can eat for $16, but due to Covid-19 it's not offered. We decided to still give them a try. My wife ordered the West Coast Bisque (Mix seafood thick soup) $4.5 and British Traditional (2 Hadcod, Panko Shrimp, slaw and chips) $22.75. I ordered the 2 pieces Cod, slaw and chips $17.75.

The Bisque was pack full of seafood and flavor in a small bowl. It came out piping hot and we really enjoyed it. The British Traditional is basically 2 pieces Hadcod, slaw and chips plus $4 for Panko Shrimp. Definitely worth the extra $4 if you are hungry because they give a good amount of it. Panko Shrimp is was good along with the slaw. Both fish had great meat size, lightly batter and oil was fresh. The two thing we didn't like much was the chips and tartar sauce. The fries lacked a bit of flavor. However I believe you can substitute for onion rings or more slaw as the other tables did that. The tartar sauce was not the best I had. The sauce is the 2nd most important thing! Which is what kept me from giving it 5 stars.

If you are undecided between the two fish. Me and my wife think it's worth the extra $1 for the Hadcod. It had a lighter and less fishy taste vs Cod. Halibut the best, but also comes with a high price, but Hadcod is a nice balance of quality and value. Stay away from Pollock if you see it offered.

Service was quick and friendly. I am glad we tried them out and hope they bring back the Tuesday all you can eat for $16, but I doubt I can eat more than 2-3 pieces of Cod!