Fish Central Reviews Summary

Category: Seafood restaurant London

Address: 149-155 Central St, King Square, London EC1V 8AP, United Kingdom

Phone: +442072534970

Rating: 4.6
based on 171 reviews.

Food Quality

Pros:

  • "The starters were phenomenal!"
  • "Food was brilliant."
  • "The Hake (which I opted for 'traditionally fried') was up there with the best fish I've had outside the Scottish fishing ports."
  • "Always a huge variety of fish, cooked different ways, and always fresh and tasty."
  • "Fish and chips fried to perfection."
  • "The food is out of this world the chops are tender the steak is beautifully cooked."
  • "The fish was absolutely fresh and delicious."

Cons:

  • "We bought fish and chips twice from this place and were disappointed on both occasions."
  • "Avoid lamb chops very dry, Tasteless and gravy cold."
  • "Salmon arrived cooked to my specifications however no seasoning."
  • "Food was nice but found the fish to be rather bland."
  • "Here the batter was soaked in oil, the fish was rubbery and the bread was stale and rock hard."
  • "The fish tasted nothing, overly oily for our meal."
  • "Everything was fresh but the seafood pasta was a bit mild in taste."

Service

Pros:

  • "The staff were amazing, with attentiveness I've only ever experienced at Bellamy's."
  • "However when I called the manager was very friendly, we spoke and he assured me it would be rectified."
  • "The owner was checking over every table and the staff went over and beyond expectation to make sure we were delighted."
  • "Service and atmosphere was exceptional."
  • "Our server Sergio was exceptional."
  • "Despite the fact the waitresses were very busy, we were served with a smile."
  • "The staff was so friendly and super attentive."

Cons:

  • "Not sure what this place is like for customers, but it's a nightmare for the surrounding neighbours."
  • "Service isnt that great as the waiter doesnt always understand the question or doesnt react that fast."
  • "Ordered child food but came in an adult portion."
  • "Service was slow, but still very friendly and very professional."
  • "Be careful with tap beer, it might be off...so order a bottle to be safe."
  • "Food poisoning! A week ago came for lunch with my friend. We both had oysters and lobster to share. Few days after Both of us got sick!"
  • "Asians be warn!!!!! Come here today for a table for without a reservation. A few mins later 2 other western ppl came for a table of 2 without reservation and some reason they were allowed to go in first."

Atmosphere

Pros:

  • "A restaurant to relax in with its tables of fresh white linen and a bright airy feel."
  • "Brilliant atmosphere, highly recommend."
  • "A real friendly atmosphere where I witnessed many a family coming in for their fish suppers that appeared to be weekly regulars."
  • "That atmosphere was also very nice and had an upscale feel to it."
  • "The white decor of the place is charming and elegant and greatly welcomes all forms of occasions."
  • "The ambience is so relaxing and lovely."
  • "Lovely ambience..., lovely jazz music in the background."

Cons:

  • "It's a tad too noisy for my taste."
  • "The zone doesn't feel too safe."
  • "No birthday song either."
  • "No fuss restaurant, large and welcoming, white linen table settings always crisp."

Value

Pros:

  • "Portions are large, price very reasonable!"
  • "Extremely affordable prices."
  • "Very reasonable prices."
  • "The prices are reasonable and the food is always fresh and flavorful."
  • "The staff was lovely and the prices very reasonable."
  • "Very clean and reasonably priced."
  • "Prices at the lower end, quality at the higher end."

Cons:

  • "Also their prices have increased a couple of times, they were higher than the ones advertised on their website and also higher than what was advertised on their menu outside the restaurant."
  • "Prices are higher than the menu on google map."
  • "Not value for money ..Can cook better at home."

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