Fish Central in London: book a table, photos, reviews, menu

About

Fish Central in London is a seafood haven celebrated for its affordability and impressive 4.7 rating. Known for its quick service and cozy, casual atmosphere, it's a favored spot for both tourists and locals alike. Whether you're catching up with friends or dining solo, this restaurant offers a variety of healthy options and small plates, perfect for lunch or dinner. Indulge in a range of seafood delights paired with an array of beverages, from cocktails and wine to coffee and beer. Open late, Fish Central caters to night owls, offering delicious desserts and a full bar at reasonable prices. With delivery, takeaway, and dine-in options available, reservations are recommended to fully enjoy this popular meeting point.

Price

$$$$ 20 - 40 GBP

Meals

Lunch, Dinner

Cuisines

Seafood

Services

Delivery, Takeaway, Reservations available, Dine-in, Reservations recommended

Dietary options

Healthy options

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Small plates, Late-night food, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Essex Road

Train station 1.46 km walk

Moorfields Eye Hospital (Stop T)

Bus stop 439 m walk

Rosebery Avenue /Sadlers Wells (Stop UL)

Bus stop 582 m walk

Percival Street (Stop UQ)

Bus stop 257 m walk

City University (Stop UK)

Bus stop 525 m walk

4.7

based on 1,091 review

Google

4.7/5 1,091 review

Vicente fernando talón ferrer

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Buen servicio con personal muy amable Comida excelente y con bastante cantidad Fish and chip buenísimo Precios muy competitivos y en absoluto nada caros

Daniel Loewens

Food: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Best fish and chips I've ever had and the waitresses were so nice 👍

Remi Cairns

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Fish Central — Old-School Charm, Fresh Flavour Tucked away in Clerkenwell since 1968, Fish Central is a London institution that delivers exactly what it promises: fresh seafood, generous portions, and no-frills hospitality. It’s the kind of place where white tablecloths meet prawn cocktails, and the vibe is more “local legend” than trendy hotspot. The menu is classic British seafood — cod and chips, crispy scampi, grilled sea bass, and perfectly cooked scallops. Their three-course set dinner (around £20) is a nostalgic delight: prawn cocktail to start, haddock or cod with chips, and sticky toffee pudding to finish. Simple, satisfying, and surprisingly affordable. On some nights, there’s even live music — one man, one keyboard, and a lot of 80s charm. It’s quirky, endearing, and adds to the sense that you’ve stepped into a time capsule (in the best way). Service is warm and efficient, and the staff know their regulars. It’s not flashy, but it’s honest — and that’s part of its appeal. Verdict: Fish Central is a proper London seafood spot. Old-school, reliable, and quietly excellent. Come hungry, leave happy — and maybe hum a little Chic on your way out.

Fish Central in London