Roger Green

Review of The London Fryer

Whilst on holiday, chose this chippy based on the ...

Whilst on holiday, chose this chippy based on the reviews. We were NOT disappointed!
For me, the sign saying that all fish (apart from cod) must be ordered as you enter is a great sign - it means that the fish you buy will be freshly cooked and not sitting under a hot light for some time, getting progressively soggier batter. No - the batter here is lovely and light - almost tempura-like.
The large cod is basically two portions of cod isntead of one large fillet, but it does mean that you do not have the common problem of undercooked fish.
The skate is very good quality and is a good price - especially compared to London prices.
I can't comment on the rest of the menu, because I only went there twice in the week, and couldn't resist the cod the second time!
The queue was large both times (always a good sign!), so for all newbies, the right-hand queue is for placing the order, the left-hand is waiting for order to be cooked.
Next time I go back to Paignton, I will check this chippy out again:). In the evening, it is takes less time to drive back to Torquay than it does to get to the front of the queue, so don't dismiss this just because the address is "Paignton".

I hope you enjoy your meals from here as much as I did!