Flounders
A beloved family-run seaside takeaway serving award-winning, traditional fish and chips near Fistral Beach. Known for generous portions and flavorful ...
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Flounders
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A beloved family-run seaside takeaway serving award-winning, traditional fish and chips near Fistral Beach. Known for generous portions and flavorful sauces.
"One of the best Fish & Chips I've ever had! Amazing batter and a hearty cod with chips and tasty curry sauce."
Avoid Peak Hours
Expect long queues, especially during dinner. Visit off-peak to avoid the wait.
Healthier Options Available
Opt for steamed cod instead of fried for a lighter, healthier meal choice.
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Cuisine
Fish and Chips
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+44 1637 854858
Address
15 East St, Newquay, TR7 1DN, United Kingdom
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Award-Winning Fish and Chips
Enjoy traditional, award-winning fish and chips with flaky fish, crispy batter, and flavorful sauces. Generous portions are a highlight.
Seaside Takeaway Near Fistral Beach
A family-run, seaside takeaway offering a quintessential British fish and chips experience, perfect for a beachside meal.
Spicy Curry Sauce
A standout spicy curry sauce complements the perfectly cooked fish, adding a flavorful kick that diners rave about.
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Avoid Peak Hours
Expect long queues, especially during dinner. Visit off-peak to avoid the wait.
Healthier Options Available
Opt for steamed cod instead of fried for a lighter, healthier meal choice.
Cash Only
Remember to bring cash, as Flounders is a cash-only establishment.
Takeout Service
Perfect for a quick meal to enjoy by the beach or at your accommodation.
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Avoid Peak Hours
Expect long queues, especially during dinner. Visit off-peak to avoid the wait.
Healthier Options Available
Opt for steamed cod instead of fried for a lighter, healthier meal choice.
Cash Only
Remember to bring cash, as Flounders is a cash-only establishment.
Takeout Service
Perfect for a quick meal to enjoy by the beach or at your accommodation.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Diners consistently praise Flounders for its high-quality, award-winning fish and chips, characterized by flaky fish, crispy batter, and generous portions. The spicy curry sauce is a particular highlight. While some find it a bit pricey for the area, the friendly service and traditional chippy atmosphere make it a highly recommended spot for a classic seaside meal.
"Hasn't let us down in many years. Quality, Flavour, portion size and
£££- everything is spot on!! A great Traditional fish and chips role model!!"
Karen Aversa
"First time visiting Newquay fistal beach and fancied some fish and chips, had a quick look at the local area to see what is recommended and settled on Flounders.
Arrived to a queue back to the door, a good sign. Didn't take too long before I got to order and looking at the options and prices it's comparable to other fish and chip shops I've been to. Placed an order for regular cod fish, jumbo sausages, large chips and curry sauce. Classic combination.
Service with a smile and the wait for the food wasn't long especially for a Saturday night, looks to be a decent efficient service, as all the popular items are sitting under the warn lamp but as it's busy it doesn't sit there for long.
Took the food away back to a suitable place to eat and the food was still hot. The batter on the fish is crisp with a satisfying crunch and not too greasy. The cod is a decent size and flaky. Chips were pretty standard, nothing special but nevertheless good enough and a generous portion. Jumbo sausages tasted fine and meaty, I don't think I had many grisle in mine. Curry sauce had a choice of mild or spicy, as the kids were sharing we had the mild, it was a good thickness and tasted just right for little palates.
Really was a good fish and chips would recommend for those visiting the area."
Lap Kun Ho
"One of the best Fish & Chips I've ever had !
The place didn't harm it's reputation with an amazing batter and a hearty cod with chips and tasty curry sauce .
Sadly it was a take away they forgot to put any cutlery. However , the lady serving afforded a smile despite being a long day for her .
Overall - definitely recommended for its size and portion ."
Abhi Desh
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Frequently Asked Questions
Flounders is known for its award-winning, locally-sourced fish with a crispy, light batter, served with perfectly cooked chips and flavorful sauces like their highlight spicy curry sauce.
Yes, Flounders offers a traditional seaside takeaway experience that's great for families. Some TripAdvisor reviews mention a kids' play area and volleyball.
Flounders is primarily a takeaway spot, but it also has some indoor and outdoor seating available for a quick meal.
The spicy curry sauce is a highly recommended favorite. Mild curry sauce is also available.
It's recommended to visit during off-peak hours, especially during dinner time, as Flounders can get very busy.
No, Flounders is cash-only, which is an important detail to remember before your visit.
Yes, you can opt for steamed cod instead of the traditional fried options for a lighter meal.
Phillip Schofield is a known fan of Flounders, so there's a chance for celebrity spotting, as mentioned in one local article.
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Situated in a central position and family run, 150 yards from Newquay's Towan Beach, and within walking distance of Newquay bus station, our award winning fish & chip shop has been servicing the Newquay community for the last 12 years.
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If you’re able to park, or walking, and fancy fish and chips, Flounders Fish and Chips is my favourite – it’s Phillip Schofield’s favourite chip shop too, so you might be able to do some celeb spotting.
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