Hamish's Kitchen Restaurant in Scarborough
95 Lebovic Ave E02, Scarborough, ON M1L 0J2, Canada
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The fish was breaded not battered. It was so soft it disintegrated under my knife and I couldn’t cut it. The french fries were leathery like they had been cooked twice. This place used to be phenomenal however I’m not sure I will ever go back now. I do not recommend it. Don’t waste your money.
Now this is what a fish and chips meal should be about. The portion size is what it should be. The fries were hand cut, fresh and very tasty. The batter on the haddock was a great portion to fish ratio, flaky but not greasy, so too was the halibut. Surprisingly we were the only ones there at the time. Sophie the owner was extremely friendly, engaging and helpful. Overall good price and service for what we got. Definitely will return.
Such a good find... The fish was light and flaky, actually had flavour. The fries are definitely hand cut. Anyone who says otherwise is a hater. It's going to have some grease, it's deep fried. If you like fish and chips, you will like this place. A definite return on this one!
Good fish and chips , the chips was more like regular fries , the prepacked tartar sauce was decent . They had malt vinegar . Decor was good but because they were short staffed tables were left for awhile after patrons were long gone . I would go back ,prices are a little steep .
Got the haddock fish with onion rings, which was delicious and a generous portion. Everything is perfectly fried, crispy yet tender and moist. You still get the greasy aftertaste though. Can't wait to try other items on their menu!
Very surprised with this little Gem. I have always seen this place but just randomly decided to go there. Excellent Fish and chips! Batter is almost like tempura, it's so delicious. Fries are hand cut. Very cool crowd of Scottish seniors filled the house. Lots of seating, parking. They have haggis and blood sausage ( call ahead to make sure they have it) simple fish and chips or burger menu. Loved it will return!
Door Dash Order: August 15 2024 Make sure to request tartar sauce. Default was two small packets for one big halibut fish. Also no ketchup, no napkins or utensils Slightly ruined appetite because of this…… ———————————— EDIT: APRIL 28, 2023 I ordered Halibut and chips today with a Stella. Oohhh man, the meal was PERFECT!!!!!!! Thank you again, Mr.Lai ! Lai Thank you for accommodating us, 3 halibut fish!!!
First time here by the friend’s recommendation, really satisfied with the perfect fish & chips. Still very crispy when I had it at home. It’s 2 orders cod in the picture and one serving comes with 2 pieces of cod. Fries are fresh and can tell were deep fried in clean beef dripping. Anyway will try to have it in store next time. Really enjoyed the dinner!
The best of the best nice food Halibut so good lighty braedrd great fries coleslaw fantastic homemade bread U will love it good to bring the whole family .
The batter on the fish is extraordinary. The Cole slaw? Fantastic. Great folks.
Great fish and chips service is a bit slow if ur hungry and the follow up for drinks is something u have to call for but the good is awsome love love love it highly recommend it ...ty
Happy happy!! Terrific!! Parking: Parking in front or sides
Delicious as usual.
This review is from Sept 18 2024......somehow it over-wrote my last review. Had a fish and black pudding dinner this time. Both cooked to perfection. Cant even wait until I get home to start eating it so its half gone while Im still in the car. Should also mention that they have great ice cream. The last one I had was caramel with chocolate truffles.... so very good! The staff are friendly and polite. The service is quick. The food is excellent. What more could you ask for! Love their haggis as well - thatll be for the next dinner.
Great place for fish and chips . Batter is similar to tempura . Crispy and flaky they give enough portion size. Must visit place if you like fish and chips.
Haddock is superb. Haggis is superber.
Best Fish and Fries In Toronto
Had the halibut and caesar Batter was light, fluffy and crispy. The fishwas perfectly cooked and meaty. The caesar was fresh and not over sauced. One of the best fish n chips I have had. Too bad they used tatr sauce in packages. The salted caramel ice cream was great too. They have us some soft candies with the bill and they were also the bomb.
Been having Hamishs for over 40 years since it was on Pharmacy.
Nice service. Ive always been a fan. Good eats.
Excellent in all areas
Good food, great service and happy overall experience
Amazeballs! Fish n Chips!!
Nice place and friendly service. Fresh cut potatoes in house, great halibut probably the best Ive had fried in clean oil. Thank you.
Good
This restaurant was recommended to us, but we left slightly disappointed, the food was just OKAY. It was very basic. one piece of fish, fries and 2 packs of tartar sauce. The fish and chips had a nice light and crispy crust, but it was extremely greasy and lacked flavor. The biggest disappointed was the tartar sauce, it was served in a generic packets :( On the plus side, it came with a very large serving of fries, and the services was fast.
Great place, very family atmosphere. We went there a few times already. Love it. Recommend to anyone
Wonderful customer service and great fish and chips!
Hamishs Kitchen Restaurant delivers a dining experience that exceeds expectations on every level. From the warm ambiance to the exquisite cuisine, every detail is thoughtfully curated to ensure a memorable meal. The menu showcases a diverse selection of dishes, each bursting with flavor and prepared with the finest ingredients. Whether youre craving classic comfort food or adventurous culinary creations, Hamishs Kitchen delivers with flair. The attentive and knowledgeable staff elevate the experience, providing impeccable service with a genuine smile. Whether its a special occasion or a casual night out, Hamishs Kitchen is a culinary gem worth revisiting time and time again.
Ordered fish and chips off Door Dash. It was so greasy the food fell through the paper bag. These are not fresh cut fries as some reviews claim. Kitchen staff needs to be cleaning and changing the oil more frequently because that fish was honestly awful. I only had a few soggy fries so I wont comment on those. The emprire cookies I ordered were wet, with a long dark hair in the bag. One of the cookies even had a nice set of teeth marks in the lower cookie. Thanks a lot.
Amazing fish and chips ! Always fresh and the portions are HUGE. Weve been customers for over 20 years and have continued at their new location. You wont be disappointed. Love this place.
This place has the greatest fish and chips (Halibut) I have ever had. I have sampled 100s of differing places all around the world. The staff is very friendly. Simply the best.
Clean space. Food is great and the service is friendly and fast.
Stopped in for a mid-week lunch and were delighted! Wonderful meal and great service. My wife had the scallops & fries, and I had Haggis & fries. We both were very pleased !
Where to start.. the halibut was perfect. Many places in the city its just dried out, this was soft and flakey and the batter was just the right amount of crispy. They were busy but the food came out fast, the waitress was very friendly. The onion rings were on point, the fries were just OK and so was the Caesar salad. Also, they give you a frosted glass with your beer!
The fish and chips from here are very good. Wrapped in paper which reminds me of London. The portions are a very good size. Unfortunately, the mushy peas were sold out, but I will come back again.
Halibut is really good and the owner is very nice. Will definitely revisit again
Super fresh, so good and the restaurant is so modern and welcoming.
The breading on the fish is quite tasty. If you want a little crunch with your burger you should definitely do the deep fried burger.
Very welcoming and warm owner. Fish and chips are excellent. It is an ultra light and crisp batter on the fish. Fries are homey and yum.
The service is good and friendly. It gets very busy for lunch on Fridays. The 1 waitress is also doing the front counter. So theres a longer wait.
Amazing fish and chips spot. Been coming here for several years since they moved from Pharmacy Ave. One of the best places in the east end.
I go in a couple times a week. Good portion sizes, friendly owner and great service.
Good Fish and Chips, Only complaint was the tartar sauce was little ketchup packet style.
Parking: 100 Wheelchair accessibility: Yes Food : 4/5 |
Fantastic and authentic fish and chips. My father loved this place and took me here as a girl. Love how they have maintained the menu and methods. Fish is light and flaky with a crisp batter. Chips are golden, crispy with just a bit of skin. Love that they still over the scotch bread and butter. Great meal, great price, great service. Bonus for their great new location. Bright and open, accessible and highchairs available. Ill definitely keep going for the best fish and chips in TO.
Great fish and chips
Friendly service and great food!
Busy due to Good Friday but staff were quick, efficient and friendly. Food is great , good serving size at reasonable prices
I dont have the habit to leave the comment. But the shop owner treats every customer with heart, he enjoys his work. Fish and chips are crispy and authentic
Absolutely delicious! Was visiting from Scotland and had haggis which was authentic and delicious and also fish and chips . One of the best fish and chips I ve had this side of the water. Also has irn bru which was a delight. Highly recommend!
Food was great and so was the staff
Absolutely amazing....service, friendly and just all out great business and people. I will vist again and again.
Went for lunch w friends. Service was friendly & efficient. Food was perfect
Simple, straightforward, good classic fish and chip spot. Weve been going to Hamish once a month. Fish is light and flaky with a crisp batter. Chips are golden and crispy. It could be an expensive meal but well worth it. Recommendation: Halibut Fish and chips. Onion rings. If you want bigger fish for a lesser price, try Haddock as a fish.
The fish n chip are soooo good!
Loved the service by Mr. Lin, loved his food and his care. Please give this man a raise. Thank you!
We ordered onion ring ,it was good.Halibut fish and chips were great,He is straight forward with his order, little bit late to serve,He need s extra person to help and serve quickly.Otherwise Everything is good. Parking: Few parking space only,fortunately we can park.
My name is Hamish so I 5 star Hamish s kitchen restaurant
Like the food. The haddock is huge and the fries are fresh. They have excellent gravy and coleslaw
Best fish and chips in town.
Amazing fish and chips in this unassuming area. The batter was light and crisp. Staff and owners were friendly
Food is absolutely delicious. The halibut is very good, the batter is light and crispy. Coleslaw is probably the best I have eaten.
I am going back to have another fish and chip dinner. The dinner was so great! A great place for a dinner out. Thank you
Great haddock and chips. Will be back.
Amazing food. The biggest piece of fish I have ever seen and the fries are so fresh. The service was great along with the price. I recommend this place to anyone who loves fish and chips.
Good food my fish and chip go to when Im in Scarborough
The batter on the fish was so delicate and my fish was still moist under a crisp exterior. Thanks for satisfying my craving!
Good place for simple fish and chips.
This place is dynamite What they do, they do well. It s exactly what we wanted in a fish and chips place. Not a lot of frills, but exceptional service, hot and tasty food, and a reasonable price. Highly recommend! Food : 5/5
WOW, Just wow.
Tasty fish. Fries where mediocar at best. We wanted to add coleslaw to our order when we got to pick up and they took 10+ min. Overpriced! Very overpriced ! I give it 3 stars because the fish was good and tasteful, the tartar sauce was plentiful and tasty. Over all, if you dont care for overpriced food or speedy service this is the place to go for some tasty fish. We got 2+ one of each fish as seen in the photos .
Our favourite place for fish and chips at a very reasonable price. Drive from downtown! So happy they made it through Covid
Great fish and chips, good service and lots of free parking. The location is off the beaten path, but if you have that hankering for fish and chips this is the right place for you. They also have a few options for non-fish eaters too. And once again they have the option of eating in again!
Big portion of fish and lots of fries, tasty but a little too greasy for me tho.
Tried haddock for the first time, really good. Halibut excellent as always, great service
Meat pies are great Best Ive had in a long time...
Great Fish and Chips always
Some of the best fish and chips in the city! The fish is light, not too greasy and delicious. Fast and friendly service
The best fish and chips every! Fish flavourful and crispy! The fries taste great!
The fish is solid (halibut) and eats very well. One of my favorite fish and chips places
Fresh and very tasty fried fish
Great price excellent food. I would recommend this to friends and family.
Love this place. Legit English fish & chips.
It was a great meal we will go back again
The best fish n chips in Toronto. Hands down. Authentic Scottish tastes
I got halibut and chips with side gravy. Simple, straight forward, good classic fish and chips. Everything tasted exactly what I imagined it to be Im content with that. Lightly battered, not oily good piece of fish. Id return if i was looking for fish in chips when Im back in the area.
My family and I were very impressed by how neat and clean the restaurant was. We went for lunch so it wasn t busy. We ordered halibut fish and chips. Very generous portion. Everything tasted fresh. Thanks for being so kind!
Weve been going to Hamish for about 10 years now! (Old and new location) Each time is always a treat! We usually order our usual seafood platter (unbeatable!) each month we come to this place. Recently, he made a new recipe called a deep fried burger. sooooo good!!! Very crispy and moist! We hope to keep our monthly tradition of having the best fish and chips!
Not sure why it posted a lower star level. Ive always been happy with the service and food. Thanks so much
The same man I have seen for the past 25 years was not there tonight. Has Hamishs changed hands? Food was good.
Best halibut fish and chips I have had in 40 years!!!
The seafood platter was decent, the batter was pretty bland and higher in ratio to the fish itself. Fries were freshly cut and unseasoned. The sauces I wished were homemade, but they were just packaged tartar and cocktail sauces. Prices a bit high for the quantity but its one of the better options in the area.
Wonderful staff and delicious food.
Parking: Lots of parking. Kid-friendliness: Amazing people and friendly.
We have been enjoying the fish and chips here for years til tonight. Both fish and chips I would say were reheated. Fish batter was soft and limp and fries were also limp! For almost $45 we expect better!!!
Its absolutely the best fish and chips.The batter is light, crispy and fresh cut french fries. Highly recommended!
Ive never been disappointed. The food is always excellent.
Fish and chips are often a little greasy, but not here. The lunch was perfect, the restaurant extremely clean and the staff absolutely great. Give it a try youll love it too.
Fantastic food. I have had the halibut, fries, onion rings, and deep-fried burger: all amazing! Best fish and chips I have ever had.
Not to buzy when I went so Id say its great for family sittings, plenty of space for stroller. Winter never stopped this business from opening. Hint hint...and the restaurant was sparkling clean, right down to the washroom. The washroom even has a red button for emergencies I could reccomend my mom and she dont eat out. Food wasnt oily and the pics speak for itself in terms of fish ratio to batter. Mine was scientifically perfect worth its weight in gold...lol... For the haddock and butter bread dinner with Coleslaw and fries, the portion was enough to split and still I was full. Definitely 10/10 I think other restaurants can learn a thing or two about great service and food, from Hamishs kitchen....till the next foody adventure take care....
Very pleasant staff and big portions! What a combo!!!!
Delicious fish and chips and gravy! Portion is huge and fish is fresh! Batter is delicious!
The food I had was delicious as it should be because I was paying a premium price for it. One order of halibut fish and chip, one order of scallops and one coleslaw. $40. So yes, the food is very good here and they claim this is the best fish and chips in Scarborough but I beg to differ.
Best fish & chips! Owners are so lovely!
Best fish and awesome chicken sandwich!! Always great food!
Good fish
Great food! Great prices and large servings. Light batter and very tasty!
Great place excellent fish and chips will be going back
Busy Friday early evening. Ordered by phone but didnt seem to make a difference. Wont stop me from going back. Food is good as always
Great tasting fish and chips that is close to home and always good and the staff is always friendly.
Absolutely fantastic as always. Haddock and Chips is incredible. Fish is flaky and tasty, the fries are perfect. Could not be better. This is the go to place for fish and chips!
Good Folks & Good Food!
First review Ive done in a while. Also the first time ive been to Hamishs kitchen WOOOOOW!! Im actually very impressed the food was sooo delicious the halibut was on point, the batter was super crispy even with vinegar on it!! The fries, onion rings were also blessed The poutine was bombbbbb and enormous plus the use real cheese curds . The service was great super nice on the phone and in person as well sooo glad I found this spot Ill be coming back this is my new fish and chips place my pictures say it all
Best fish n chips in Scarborough
This place has been around a long time, it used to be located at Pharmacy and St Clair and then relocated to this industrial complex a few years a go. You will not find a better value for money the fish is light and crispy and the portion is flintstone size (I always order haddock or cod) halibut is great but not sustainable anymore so I avoid it. The chips are hand cut crispy outside creamy inside. If your buying to take home make sure you open up the paper to let steam out or it ll be soggy when you get home. Best eaten immediately. $14 per person Oh and if you want the full trip to UK get an empire biscuit as well Magic!
Love the fish. Thicker than the last time I had it. Fries are good but on the thin side. Large order of fries. Next time will split between 2. Pricey but good.
Great food. Accommodating to older guests. Nice atmosphere and staff.
Absolutely Fabulous Food . Best fish and chips Ive experience in many many years.
Fish is amazing.
Sooo Good!!! Quick service - Had the Haddock and chips and a side gravy! Completely delicious- nice and hot and fresh- and the price is phenomenal!!!!! Can t wait to go back!!
Generous size portion for the price, great service. Had the halibut n chips. Not my favorite fish or favourite chips, but some other people seemed to like it.
Best fish and chips in the city
As usual Hamishs Kitchen was spot on.
Best fish and chips in Ontario especially vinegar& salt halibut fish is yummy.onion rings ,fries are good.great service
Great portions, very tasty. Good price!
Excellent fish and chips!
Great fish and chips halibut is on point. Great service and great value for your money highly recommend
Fast and happy service. Reasonable prices too.
Great place for authentic fish and chips
Best fish & chips so far in this neighbourhood. The portions were large and the Halibut Fish was delicious.
Their food is great and staff is even better. I totally recommend checking them out!
Best Fish and Chips in TO!
Great service.Great food.
I really like this spot. They moved to this nice new-ish spot from a ramshackle plaza on Pharmacy, and Im very happy to see them doing well. The proprietors are extremely friendly, and they really try hard to make you happy. The cod here is really good - the batter is light, flaky, and overall tasty. Its everything I ever wanted in a fish and chips, while the fries are a bit smaller than most places (which I like as I dont like chunky fries). The only issue is that the place here is quite expensive. A good meal is gonna set you back easily 20 bucks a person, so its quite pricey for a simple meal. Still, its a good meal so I cant complain too much.
Great food - follows safety protocols - friendly service
Enjoyable
Halibut and chips tasted fresh and crispy. Fair prices and friendly staff.
Haddock and chips were hard to stomach.
We always have the best fish and chips here. The fish is light and perfectly prepared. Malt vinegar on the table and great big windows for a cozy visit with friends. I am always happy to go there when having a rare visit with dear friends and want to have a great meal and clean quiet atmosphere. While the waitresses are limited in English, they have the friendliness and smiles which are often missing in the service industry of late. COME!
Delightful and delicious! The batter of the fish is so light and so tasty! Support this business!
Great fish and chips. Well worth it.
Let me stary by saying I am not a fish person in general. I stopped in here for some fries and had a piece of Haddock. It was very good. So good in fact that I would come back here again just to have fish and chips. The service was also great
Best fish and chips in town.
This must be the best fish n chip place in Toronto! You can taste that their batter and oil are fresh , and the taste is just great. Also they have the Scottish irn-bru soda, one of Scotlands national treasures, lol
Excellent haddock fish & chips ... crispy batter that melts in your mouth
Great Authentic fish and chips. A bit pricy
Best fish and chips in town.....
Very good food
I order food here all the time & they always remember to give me extra tartar sauce (just the way I like it). Their new location is more modern and clean. Definitely worth a try if youre craving Fish n Chips.
Great fish and chips.
The best fish and chips in Scarborough. The fries are not over-cooked and the fish us in a light crunchy batter.
Best fish and chips in town. Generous portions.
Ordered caesar salad and fries, everything was delicious and fresh! Recommend!
One of the best places for fish and chips I have ever found in Toronto. Crispy fish, delicious fries,good atmosphere and adhering to COVID guidelines really well.
Very nice crispy fish and chips.
Best fish and chips in town.
Fast pick up and delicious food and great portions would definitely recommend
My family has been coming here since I was little and the restaurant was on Pharmacy, its always my go to spot. My family always gets the fish and chips and I always get the chicken fingers, both are delicious and the portions are very generous. I recently tried the shrimp too and it was great.
Hamiss kitchen makes the best food hands down, no matter what hes making. Everything from this mans hands is out of this world delicious!!!
I went there for the first time today. Food was prepared in a very timely manner. Fried chicken burger was good. The fries can be improved. Overall pretty good fish and chips restaurant.
Fish is amazing!! Best we have had in North America.
Certainly the finest in the city
Ive been here many times over the years and this is my go to fish n chips place! Before Covid hit the restaurant had a friendly and welcoming atmosphere around it. When the food arrives you can smell the deep fried fish coming to your table with a bunch of chips which is to die for. They always give you a good amount of tartar sauce and you can always ask for more. The oil which they deep fry their fish is always fresh and never old! You can tell when you deep fry for a long time the batter tends to go more darker but Im always blown away as how its always a nice golden color as it should always be. The chips are also always fresh and they give you an amazing amount, maybe a little too much (please dont change the amount of chips you give). I was fortunate enough to order for take out and the smell coming from the bag was AMAZING. The smell of the deep fried fish, and the fries all together made me missing coming back here. Stay strong Hamish!
I love fish and chips
Tasty light and flaky halibut and haddock Try the Onion Rings
Still my go to fish n chips when in Scarborough. So glad theyre good as they were on Pharmacy all those years ago.
I only found it via google map. Tried it for the first time, and it was great. Poutine is great, just right, not too salty. My fish i ordered comes with the caesar salad. Friendly worker.
The best fish and chips in Scarborough! Must try fresh delicious halibut!
Hamish offers hand cut fries and huge pieces of halibut, cod or haddock freshly battered and fried while you wait. 2020 has been a year that has required reliable sources of comfort food, so add Hamishs Kitchen to your list. You wont be sorry you did!
Great place for Fish and Chips, I have been going there for a long time
Excellent fish & chips. The mushy peas were great as well. A fair price for a very good meal. Extremely friendly, fast service and good experience for a late evening drop in. (Our first time here but it won t be the last)
Quite a large Haddock and chips.
Always a great idea for Cod and Chips!
Nice size portions
I went to this restaurant earlier this week to buy dinner on my dinner break from work. It was my first time at the restaurant and I was extremely pleased with the food and their service. I had the single Halibut fish and their homemade clam chowder soup. I really enjoyed both of their dishes, the soup was creamy and really fresh. The fish was not oily whatsoever, extremely fresh fish and really light after consuming. I would highly recommend this restaurant for fish and chips type of craving days. I will be coming back because their food was soo good and their service was on point.
Nice Fish and Chips place! Can be busy at peak times! Good Halibut and chips. Reasonable prices
