Ossie's Best Fish And Chips Tankerton

In my short visit to UK, i went thru London, Ipswich and Whitstable. I was intrigued by Ossies' claim to best fish n chips in Kent. Wasn't disappointed after satisfying my curiosity. However my first would be a certain outlet in Ipswich. But since that's not in Kent, there's no competition! Plus for Ossies is that Whitstable is a warmer n friendlier place. This small but bustling outlet can get a bit noisy unless you sit outdoors (nice option on a good day) 😄 Hope to return another time.

Impressed by the solid 4.5 ratings on both TripAdvisor and Google, we decided to reserve a table during peak hours. The place buzzed with a lively atmosphere and friendly patrons. Seating and service were almost instant, despite the sizable takeaway queue. Today's revelation: they do take cards, a contradiction to recent reviews. Quick, cheerful service paired with excellent flavours and everything perfectly cooked, though the "large" fish and chips leaned on the smaller side. Soft drink cans were priced too high (£3), given the ambiance. For 4 large cod and chips plus 2 soft drinks, the tab hit £61.70 pre-tip. Toilets need better upkeep, considering the crowd and popularity. Despite this, we'll return – maybe to enjoy our meal at Tankerton Slopes or the beach.

** BE ADVISED ** You cannot sit at the tables if you order from the chip shop on the right. It’s table service on the left and takeaway only on the right. Very nice fish and chips from the left hand side. Decent cup of tea with the spoon left in the mug which I appreciated. They do beer and cider and soft drinks also. Sugar lumps at the table and a nice big vinegar bottle with the salt and pepper. Lovely, lovely, lovely waiting staff. Kid friendly. Plenty outdoor and indoor seating. They let my doggo sit outside and gave him a bowl of water :)

We were down in Whitstable for a day out and after a lovely day, we were looking for some fish and chips. We chose to dine in at Ossies. The lady server made us feel very welcome and she was very friendly. The food was amazing too. Would definitely recommend and if we come back to Whitstable, we’ll be back for another meal.