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Willman's Fish & Chips
Categories: Restaurants Seafood Restaurants Fish & Chips Seafood, Fish & Chips [Edit]
5644 Kane StHalifax, NS B3K 2B4
(902) 454-0929
- Hours:
Mon-Sun 11 am - 10 pm
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- No
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Alcohol:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Quiet
- Has TV:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- No
10 reviews for Willman's Fish & Chips
10 reviews in English
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Review from Tim C.
Halifax, NS
4/29/2012
Great place. Great food. Very fast but retained quality.
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Review from Melanie M.
Dartmouth, NS
7/17/2011 ROTD 3/9/2012
Finally tried this place out today, and I'm very glad I did. I showed up at what was clearly not a peak time - mid-afternoon on a Sunday. The place was completely empty and no one was at the counter, so I just went ahead and seated myself (didn't appear to be the type of place you have to wait to be seated anyway). I waited a few minutes, made a few noises to let someone know I was there - cleared throat, scraped the chair back a bit, coughed, etc. Eventually someone came out and brought me a menu.
The menu was more varied than I expected - even had a whole pizza section. But I was there for the good stuff. I almost went for the small clams and chips @ $8.50, but I figured I couldn't pass up the deal of $5.99 for a 1-piece fish and chips made with haddock. I also ordered a side of coleslaw at the server's suggestion.
My food arrived very promptly and looked as great as it tasted. Perfectly battered haddock, hand-cut fries cooked just right, and the freshest coleslaw I've ever had. The grease level was just what I was looking for - just a smidge of grease. You don't order fish and chips without expecting some grease, though, am I right? The fries were ever so lightly salted, which I appreciate as I prefer to season to my own taste. Nothing worse than biting into an over-salted fry. Okay, well... yes there are worse things than that, but you get my drift. I also had my choice of white or malt vinegar, plus a delicious tartar sauce. As fresh as the coleslaw was, it was slightly lacking in the flavour department.
I understand the space has recently been renovated, and they've done a great job. Very clean and modern - I was expecting much less from a fish 'n chips joint, I must admit. Prompt service, once they realized I was there. A few others patrons showed up during my meal. When I walked by a couple hours later, I was not at all surprised to see a full house. A North End gem!Listed in: North End Haunts
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Review from Michelle Y.
Halifax, NS
5/6/2011 ROTD 7/27/2011
It's been a while since I signed in and wrote a review (still waiting for an improved Blackberry app) but I couldn't clam up about Willman's. It was the first time I stopped for takeout since the the resurrection of the permanent restaurant. The new diggs are SUCH an improvement over the old building. A much larger/nicer dining room and a washroom (interior unknown...I didn't have to go...and I only mention that there is a washroom because I'm pretty sure the old Willman's didn't have one) greet you and from what I could see the kitchen is bigger and better than ever to cook the food which, as far as my experiences have allowed me to say, is yummy!
The menu doesn't seem to be different than my first visit (in the old building and I had the classic 2pc Fish and Chips to go) and I could find fault in the fact that it looked like it could have been the same piece of paper that I ordered from a year ago...but...the choice of the small
clams and chips makes this complaint disappear.
I was surprised to be asked if I wanted my meal cooked medium or well done. I thought, 'You can choose how your clams are cooked?' Apparently you can! I asked for medium but added that I'd like my fries (which are not frozen) well done. I had time to reply to a direct message and started a
phone call when I was told that my order was ready. Talk about quick!!
I brought my dinner home...it was well after 5pm and I had lunch at 9am, so hunger may have played a factor in how much I enjoyed the clams and fries. Nah! They were just really good. The clams were lightly coated and crispy and not too greasy. Kudos, Willman's....I will bring the pickiest fish eater I know to try your wares the next time she visits. Mom is gonna 'really like' you! ...and that says a lot! -
Review from Mary B.
Halifax, NS
7/8/2011
One of our favorite lunch time take out places.
Always service with a smile. -
Review from Ruth D.
Halifax, NS
1/7/2010
Isn't it awesome when there's a great fish & chips joint in the neighborhood? One that serves large portions, crisply deep fried in a light batter? One that serves amazing fries as well?
This is not your fine dining experience, and I've only done take out, but it is always terrific. -
Review from cheryl d.
Halifax, NS
2/25/2010 1 photo
Willman's fish and Chips tucked on the corner of 5644 Kane Street in the North End 454-0929 is a long standing Icon. Not only do the offer take out you are able to sit in and dine as well. Great prices and the portions are hefty.
There are different option such as a family pack of 8 piece for $23.75. Haddock is the choice of fish for Willman's when the dip it the golden batter. Nice and light and crispy. Menu consists of Clams, scallops and even chicken nuggets for the kids.
This location is a must try and I think the one and only. -
Review from Shawna D.
Chester, NS
Updated - 4/23/2010 1 photo
Willman's Fish & Chips is going to have a location on Grafton Street, downtown Halifax, starting May 1st.
Look for their truck down there, you won't be disappointed. I can't wait!Listed in: The Best Fish & Chips
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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12/5/2009 First to Review
This is your typical neighbourhood restaurant. The fish is done really well, light coating, haddock,… Read more »
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Review from Kate W.
Dartmouth, NS
9/24/2011
I am giving this a "meh" review for one reason: the ripoff "Teambuy" that this restaurant offered. So for $17 we are supposed to get fish and chips, drinks & cheesecake for two people. Supposedly, a $42 value. The two pieces of fish were tiny. The cheesecake was even tinier! I challenge anyone to tell me that they have ever received a piece of cheesecake that was 1 inch square. It was literally one bite. That's it! We looked around the restaurant and the portion sizes were normal, except ours. Apparently two classes of meals are offered here: one for Teambuy purchasers and one for those who order from the menu & pay the full price. The waiter grabbed the menu from me, so he obviously didn't want me adding up the prices either, which if anyone is interested was $29, not a $42 value.
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Review from JENNY F.
Halifax, NS
5/11/2011
hello,
it s the best place for fish and chips ever i had big meal with light butter crispy well done and i had the choice btw medium and well done ,nobody asked me before.
beautiful place ,so clean and open kitchen you can see everything!!! affordable prices and really good sizes
i gave them 5 stars!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! -
Review from Colin B.
Bedford, NS
5/30/2010
Really good! Went in one night to ask for directions and couldn't resist trying the haddock fish and chips. Glad I did... the batter is what does it. It tastes like (and has the crunchiness of) the fish at 'chippy's' over in Scotland, and this is the first place in Canada that's come even close. A couple of people say it's too greasy, but, it wasn't that greasy IMO...and if you're ordering fish and chips at this kind of store, I say be prepared for grease.
