2290 Islington Ave, Etobicoke, ON M9W 3X2, Canada
Whatever you do. Do not buy this. I ordered on over eats. It’s atrocious. Oil slacked batter, almost no fish. It’s the worst I’ve ever order at home in close to 45 years of dish n chips. How the d people are leaving positive reviews… I have no idea. Awful, stay away, save your money I don’t leave bad reviews but this is appallingly bad. You should be ashwned
Best fish and chips in the GTA hands down. If you haven't been here you need to stop in, you won't be disappointed. The fish sandwich is to die for!
Chubby's has been a favourite with us for over 20 years but the food they served us on October 26, 2024 was a disgrace. It wasn't me who did the pickup; I would have refused to take it. Apparently something was wrong with the deep fryer and the oil wasn't hot enough. The condition of the fries was proof that the oil wasn't even close to hot enough. Shame on Chubby's for presenting food like that to customers.
Great food! Burgers are very unique. Ling is super welcoming; rest of the staff is friendly and kind too. Support this family owned business!
Been going here for 30 years. Always hits the spot. Fish is fairly expensive but at least you know it’s always going to be good. Place needs a bit of an upgrade as it’s starting to feel a bit grimy. Side note: their homemade T-Rex burger is one of the best burgers in Toronto.
The best place for fish and chips! The workers remember us everytime we go in and know exactly what we get. They are just the nicest ppl and best food! Their poutine is to die for! You get so much food for the price! It's just the best!
We have lived in the neighborhood since 2000 and have frequented Chubby's for years, all food amazing. Since COVID, I have noticed it has gone downhill. Prices are super high, and portions smaller. Ordered fries past 3 times and they are white!!! Not golden crispy. Yesterday, fries were white (basically boiled in oil) and fish was over fried and dry. Disappointed.
Ordered Halibut and Chips for takeout. Generous portions as you can see from the pictures. The fish tasted as your standard Halibut tastes. The batter was thin and light and went well with the Fish. Did I mention generous portions? Tonnes of fries for you fry lovers out there for sure. I'd definitely go again.
Old school charm setting with a wide variety of menu choices.
An Awesome Joint ! 4 types of fish for fish & chips in crispy light batter. They have your standard halibut and cod, but also 2 environmentally renewable in pollock and haddock. Great burgers (note: they only use back bacon, which is more of a plus than a minus!), fries done the good old fashioned way, thick but crispy. They even have very tasty chicken and pork souvlaki. You just cant go wrong with anything on their menu. Higher quality and slightly less expensive than any of their competition within a mile of them. It is quality, delicious and a great deal!
Best place to eat fish, delicious food and great people working
I ve been going here my entire life. Gus is like family. The place is a staple of rexdale with the best food around.
UPDATE AUG. 27, 2024: Still loving the food from Chubbys and the wonderful staff members! As an example, why would I even bother cooking some of these dishes when they could do it for me? Less pots, pans, dishes, etc. for me to wash, too. UPDATE JUNE 19, 2024: I absolutely love this little restaurant and the staff that work there, even the temporary staff members. The food never disappoints me so Im a regular, e.g. for hamburgers, fish and chips, etc. Take out or sitting there to eat makes me happy. Theres a really friendly atmosphere here because of the wonderful staff members. This was definitely the place to be in Rexdale on Good Friday to buy fish and chips. The staff were well prepared in handling the line ups of customers throughout the day. I was there and watched them happily serving the satisfied customers. I cant say enough about Chubbys, their food and their staff members. Thank you, Chubbys! Big recommendation from me to go there! PREVIOUSLY: Over the years, I have thoroughly enjoyed the delicious food made with great care by the always friendly staff at Chubbys. The food portions are generous and good value. They stuck by us during the pandemic by staying open and have retained their loyalty by old and new customers. This is one of my favourite restaurants in Toronto. Thank you, Chubbys!
Nice for fish & chips
Ordered through Uber eats. It was possibly the worst food Ive ever had. Had the fish and chips and felt like I just drank a cup of oil. Tasted of old grease and the batters color was dark and bitter. I think if they changed the oil in their fryer more often it would improve the taste and presentation.
My husband introduced me to this place. Its under new ownership BUT be aware that the food is cooked EXACTLY THE SAME way as before. No complaints whatsoever. So yummy and decent pricing.
Every time we come here the food is great and everyone is friendly. Love that all the magic of the fish and chips happens before your eyes, halibut and haddock both taste amazing. We ll be back soon
Great fish and chips!
Brings back fond memories from the 1970s. Food is same quality and quantity. Gus is still there. Will return soon! Parking: Typical strip Plaza parking lot. Lots of spaces available.
Worst fish and chips we ever had Over cooked fish and stale fries Never again Food : 1/5
Absolutely the worst hamburger that I have ever had !! I joked at the 1950s picture of a hamburger that they have on the window and that even looked better. The fish is thin and the batter is greasy. Fries probably would have been okay had they cooked them another 3 minutes Food
Greatest fish and chips I ever had
Food was excellent
Best spot for fish and chips in the GTA. Plus Burgers and more
The fish is good..
Best food, customer service is above and beyond. Recommend to everyone
I love this place Parking: Theres enough parking...or you can park across the street at the mall....theres a crosswalk right in front of the Restaurant plaza Food : 5/5 |
Great food. Great portions. Great prices. Really nice owner. I quite enjoy the old school feel. Nothing fancy needed here as their food is delicious. T-Rex Combo which included 8 ounce burger, boatload of fresh, hot fries and a drink.
Always on point.
Good Fish and chips but a little over priced for a chip shop
The fish is over cooked giving it a very dark appearance rather then the traditional golden tan look. The flavour was a little too to oily to enjoy. Maybe the oil is too hot, or it was left in the oil longer then usual..
Really delicious.
Always great food
I had the small souvlaki dinner today which came with a salad, fries, and chicken. YUM! Chicken had alot of flavour and the portions are so generous. Tzatziki is really good. Family owned and the people who work there are so caring and kind. Love this place <3
Quick dinner meal. Partner Had the Halibut and chips. I had the grilled spicy chicken sandwich. Both delicious. Would return and update my review for the 5th consistency star.
No table service on good Friday I was disappointed and thought I could eat my food there..my food I took out was very greasy and not good I didnt eat it was not impressed at all ..but I dont like to take out food that is cooked in oil..the oil sinks in food and makes it gross
Hands down best fish and chips place in all of GTA.
Service was Great and Food was Fabulous
I ve been coming here since I moved to this area in 2001. Prices have definitely gone up over the years but the quality has always been consistent. Hearty pieces of halibut with perfectly golden fries. The gravy is unlike any other in the GTA! My favourite spot for fish and chips!
For decades it is the place for fish and chips!
The other day was my very first time ever going here. We couldnt find a good place for fish & chips so we decided to try this restaurant. I am so glad we did. It was so amazing, at least we thought so. My husband ordered the Halibut and Chips and I got the Chicken Souvlaki Dinner. Was Delicious! Nice generous portions too whuch I had to take the rest home because I couldnt finish it. The Staff are friendly and very helpful. Will definitely come back again.
Great banquet burger and plenty of fries to go around
Excellent food and they give a lot, prices very reasonable,also the owner and the staff are so welcoming and great people always a smile and aiming to please their customers. Parking: Parking is good when I go for dinners never have I gone their and had a problem for a parking spot.
Chubbys is an iconic classic one of the best burgers you can get in Rexdale if youre looking for fish and chips its also amazing quality 10/10
It used to be really great, but after COVID everything Downhill I live close, so Ive been going there for 10 years now. The fries are dry Like they are boiled. Its not crispy the halibut is so small compared to before and the price s so high $26 halibut and fries Food
I ordered from this place BC of the reviews. However, it wont happen again. Worst fish sandwich ever. Tell me why a restaurant that charges $15 for a fish sandwich couldnt put some lettuce n tomatoes on it? Its crazy that you guys think this is a good way to serve a sandwich and to get ketchup on it is .10c? On top of all that, the fish had no seasonings, no taste, just a deep fried battered piece of bland fish.
A rexdale staple. I Always pop by this place for a banquet burger when I m in the area
Old school nostalgic feeling very friendly environment and services.
Typical hole in the wall in a sketchy plaza, but the food was quite good. Been coming here for years for their fish & chips. Starting to get a little expensive with the Halibut & Chips around $21. Still a go to place for me in this end of Toronto.
Ordered a 20 dollar souvlaki on a bun and came on a hot dog bun, I asked for extra tyziki sauce and got non at all so made a very dry sandwich. Never again!!!
Nostalgic, great food at a great price.
I love this place the fish burgers taste so good
Came to try fish and chips with a friend and never seen such friendly people. It felt like we were guests in their house. Food was amazing and portions were great for the price as well. Will be back!!
I love it fresh and service is also good love you koska and ling
good halibut that i ever had.
Its more for the nostalgia now but Holy $20.69 for halibut and chips. All batter and such thin pieces of fish.
Love the fish and chips.
This place is awesome! My kids love there poutine.
Excellent Fish and chip very big portion. The banquet Burger is huge and it is very good for the price we pay. Cook to order so you can be sure the food is hot and fresh. Highly recommend to try this place. Very fast and friendly service. It is our first time in this restaurant but it wont be our last.
Great fish and service. Best in GTA.
The fish is perfectly battered and fried to a nice crisp. Fries are thick and cooked perfectly. I ve been going to Chubby s now for 35 years and always make a point to pick up here when I m back in the old neighborhood. Recommended!
Fish is ok but the fries are awful!
Very friendly workers
Good food
Fish and chips are off the chain
This is an Excellent diner the fish and Fresh cut chips are the best in north Etobicoke if not Toronto and the Slovakia is equally as good also so are the burgers enjoy
My favorite place for fish and chips. But there are many other options that are very good. The prices are high , but the portions tend to be very large.
this place was great! i felt appreciated by staff too!
Great family run place with good food at good prices, such a friendly place! Love the fish n chips, and the souvlaki too
Great fish and chips. Great staff!
I used to go here as a young man it was excellent now l returned with a friend as an old man different owners same excellent quality I remember everything on menu is great and the owners are beautiful people will return now often a real treat!!!!
Friendly staff. Best fish nd chips around. Very happy I decided to give em a try!
Love this place , great food and friendly staff which is rare.
Best fish & chips in town! After so many years, they keep their quality to the highest standards!
Solid place. Great burgers. Busy means good.
Awesome fish and chips
Best fish n chip in Toronto
Amazing food, delicious, large portions and well priced. What more could you ask for in a fish n chips place?
This is the worst food I ve ever had. Fish has no taste and oily af, The fish and chips has the taste of old oil on them. I would never come back and I don t recommend anybody to visit.
Thank you for keeping the tradition of great fish & chips alive. While many shops have closed due to the etremely high prices of halibut and the hard work entailed in running a small business, Chubbys has managed to maintained the high quality and dedication to customer service. Thank you!
Clean restaurant fresh food and good price
Best fish and chips in Rexdale for over fifty years.
Best fish and chips. For over 50 years Gus and family have been part of rexdale
Fantastic place for Halibut and chips. Prices are great, quality is great, and also had Steak on a bun which was equally as great. The 2 Asian ladies are so kind, cute, and brighten up your day. Keep up the great work ladies.
So my friend showed me this place snd their hand cut fries are so good and always so fresh as they make them fresh plus I would highly recommend getting the hand cut fries and using ketchup and mayonnaise and bit of salt and black pepper thanks chubby for the awesome food!
Way too expensive
Well. Maybe its covid, or maybe just a bad batch, but, both of us found them a bit greasy. Portions are big though.
My family has been going to Chubbys for more than 50 years. Its the best Fish & Chips in the GTA.
Reasonable prices quick service.. Take out only at this time.
Had the halibut and chips today. They were good with a generous helping of both. The woman working there was very friendly and helpful.
Delicious fish and chips!
Excellent fish and chips with gravy. Chubby s is a well known fish and chip spot among the Rexdale folks. It has been a popular spot w the North Etobicoke locals since the late 70s or early 1980s. Fun diner feel w friendly service to eat in. Recommend.
burger and onion rings are incredible
I went to pick up an order of halibut fish & chips. This is my first time and certainly not my last time to order at Chubbys Fish N Chips. Best fish & I have eaten . The onion rings are delicious. They have a lot more food on the menu.
Great burger ! Great taste! Highly recommended. Five decades running!
Affordable and cheerful small business. Good eats and friendly service.
One of the best maid and the best food and added food
Best fish n chips and very generous portions. The staff are also very friendly.
The best fish and chips.
This is a disgrace to fish and chips. My entire family felt nauseous after eating. The fish was so greasy and unappetizing. Never ordering from here again. Save your stomach and dont eat from here!
Was disappointed in the halibut, wasnt terrible but wasnt memorable IMHO. I much pretty halibut house.
Perfect fish and chips. Long standing in the community. If you are in the area - highly recommended (bring cash).
The fish and chips were very good. A little pricier than I anticipated.
Great friendly service and great food.
The best fish and chips anywhere and friendly service
$18.00 for fish and chips, too expensive, and nothing else, no salad, etc. Sept. Closed today, exhaust fan problem, I love fish and chips, and this place does justice to that old art. good selection, and generous portions. Price is ok, Difficult to find if you dont know your way around, its in the strip plaza on Islington, opposite the entrance to Walmart. I highly recommend it, why? because I eat there, and I am bloody fussy.
Awesome fish great service
Fresh and light fish cooked perfectly. Onion rings are alright fries are much better
Always great food. Little spot been here for ever. The owner are from China or Japan not sure but great ladies that run an give you wow service.
I found the food very oily
Amazing old-school diner, specializing in Fish n Chips. I had the spicy chicken breast burger, it was charcoal-marked heaven. Think of Jumbo Burgers near the Junction or Square Boys in East York on the Danforth. So GOOD!
Lots of food for a good price, quickly served. Try the fish n chips.
Legend says Chuck Norris himself couldn t finish a T-rex banquet burger and side of poutine.
Big portions
I only had a poutine from this place. It wasnt very good and they dont use cheese curds.
HANDS DOWN THE BEST FISH & CHIPS PLACE IN THE ETOBICOKE AREA #PERIOD!!!!
The burgers here are great for the price but dont forget to bring cash, they dont accept card. The fries are meh
I wish my job in this cafe god for me
I love this place and have been going here for at least 20years. The only complaint I have is the fries they have changed and I find them very dry. The portions are great but my suggestion is go back to the old fries please. Other than that everything else is great!!!
The halibut is flavourless, without a hint of seasoning; one of the pieces I was served consisted of at least 90% bread. The chips were as dry and flavourless as $1 bagged potato chips from a supermarket. I have absolutely no idea how the ratings are positive as they are - unless the shady operators of this cash only (that is to say, money laundering) shop are deleting negative reviews. Steak Queen, Solarium, and Red Rock are all located just down the road, and they sell much tastier, healthier, and more filling variations of fish and chips for about 2/3rds of the price. Chubbys simply would not be able to stay open and organically compete with any of these restaurants if it was not a blatant money laundering scheme - but 23 Division would rather spend their time harassing black people on the streets than put any effort into investigating this dump.
Best Homemade fish and chips in the GTA.
Very nice welcome when we entered. Since they are closed for dine in due to the Covid pandemic, we ordered halibut and chips for take out. The fish was tasty and crispy and fries were plenty and fresh but slightly under done. We enjoyed our meal and will return.
Friendly staff, great food
Good prices
Called for a pick up order and when I went in the store the prices were different. Fish was dry, overcooked and is kept in a warmer and not made fresh
Still great food after all these years
Great service and very polite... delish halibut & fries
Average food average prices
Super oily fish and fries... doesnt taste fresh at all...
Best fish and chips on the west side of TO
Yum Yum! Good food, good portions, good prices!
Great food and wonderful staff
Food was ok but service needs improvement
Classic, legendary Chubbys. My moms used to eat here in the 70s
Nice folks. Pollock was good but little soggy
I didnt eat Fish and Chips I had a Banquet Burger and Fries it was excellent vary friendly clean fast efishent very good.
Great food great service all around great
Food was great cooked well, I would recommend this place to anyone. My relative came from the states I showed him this place she loved it he wants one in the states hes from Kentucky.
Good hearty food made fresh
Best fish and chips and Greek salad
Had the fish and chips. Batter was very good fish was o.k. But not as flaky as I would have liked. Fries were alright but completely unsalted which I was not prepared for. Cash only is inconvenient this day in age. Will probably give them another try.
Love this place. The haddock and chips is the best Ive had.
Too greasy.. for a place that is known to apply home recipes. Certainly not worth the money and theres hardly any place to sit and eat unless you want to gossip with the oldies. This place is run down and needs to be skipped if fish and chips are on your mind.
Try once
Always great Fish and Chips
Great food and service and decent price
great food, love their fries with gravy, good selection of fish, burgers etc.
very nice poepls inside food is good
Great portions! Great prices and friendly service!
Love it
Great food , extremely nice staff makes you feel home
Cash only .. halibut was good size .. fries was plenty .. Greek salad had too much feta and not enough dressing .. parking is very limited
The best in the hood
Wasnt the greatest like every one raves
Did enjoy the Fish and Chips. Cant say Ive had better.
Ive been going to Chubbys Fish and Chips for years as a kid till I was 25 years old. Im now 59 and I just went back again. Gus is still there. The food is fantastic just like it has always been.
Fish and chips Fish was delicious . but the fries I didn t like it we had to throw it. Other fish and chips restaurant in the town has better fries (Heritage Brampton) I made two orders , both of them we finished the fish but threw the fries. Fish well cooked 4/5 Fries 1/5 over all 3/5.
Good portions.
The banquet burger came fast and was delicious
Made fresh to order. Spend a bit more and get the Halibut. Great price for the amount that you get. Owner is friendly and personable.
Freshly made fish and chips. Got the haddock. Tasty fish and batter. Fresh cut fries made from real potatoes and deep fried to perfection. The gravy on the side was tasty and plentiful. What made a great meal more enjoyable was how genuinely nice the staff were.
Never been disappointed with service and food
Food was ok.
Best halibut and chips, poutine, souvlaki and Greek salad in the GTA. Hands down.
Best fish n chips in the city !!!
Delicious fish and chips.
This is my favorite place for fish n chips. They always make it fresh and are very nice.