The UK has plenty of gorgeous seaside towns perfect for a day trip or a longer holiday. Every seaside town, though, has its few peculiar traits to make it special, and for this particular small town, it’s the fish and chips. Looe in south-east Cornwall is an absolute gem. The small town boasts sandy beaches, a marine nature reserve, and a bustling high street. However, if there is one thing you need to do while visiting the coastal town, it is to visit the “best” fish and chip shop in Cornwall.
Looe has plenty of restaurants dotted around the town, but people online have been raving about this one food spot, praising it for a number of things, from the portions to the service. The Coddy Shack, rated an impressive 4.6 out of five stars on TripAdvisor, is located on the edge of Looe. The restaurant committed to “serving up the finest seafood” is loved especially for its fish and chips, with people saying a visit to the restaurant is a must.
One person wrote on TripAdvisor: “My husband and I visited on the recommendation of my aunt who lives in Looe. It didn’t disappoint at all, the food was delicious.. my husband went for the large cod & chips and it was huuuuge.
“I myself went for the small and it was just right for me. We were very well looked after by Nate who was an absolute treasure. So in all I would highly recommend this place to anyone”.
Echoing the praise of large portions another said: “Roadside stop for lunch on the way into Looe. We wanted seafood and this place has a good mix on the menu. Weren’t sure what to expect but it was fabulous.
“Portions were huge – and we only ordered small plates! Chowder was fabulous and the scallops very good – 6 in a small portion. Definitely worth a stop if you’re passing. Service good and friendly too.”
The restaurant has certainly stuck to their commitment with another visitor noting how fresh the quality of food is. They wrote: “Absolutely the very best fish and chips I have ever had! We could not get over the freshness of everything and the taste of every ingredient – just perfect! The mushy peas and curry sauce were delicious!
“The fishcakes, as an addition, were also delicious and our daughter made us jealous with her chicken nuggets! Honestly – if in Looe or nearby (we are in Polperro), you need to get your fish and chips from here. There is a wait for the takeaway (15-20mins) but seriously worth it!”
The Coddy Shack is open Monday to Sunday from 9am to 9pm, with breakfast available from 9am to 11:30am.