Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.6 out of 5
Outstanding | 1583 reviews

What NL2266 doesn't like about The Balancing Eel:
Just had 2 kids meals. Small fish, chips and peas and sausage, chips and gravy. I’m lost for words £32 -take out. Might have well tossed it down the drain. Awful. Most of it went in the bin. Portion size was good as were the peas that’s were the positives end. Just rubbish. The gravy was like dishwater and the chips were greasy and slimey. Counter staff rude. View all feedback. What Nigel B likes about The Balancing Eel:
The best Fish and Chips in town by far. Lovely friendly run Fish and Chip shop in a popular sea side town. The chips were to die for and batter was superb crisp and dry, very tasty and served up with a smile. View all feedback.

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Tripadvisor
4.6 ★ from 870 reviews
outpace1
15.12.2023 - 13:59

I have visited this restaurant many times over the years while coming to St. Ives. The cod, chips, and mushy peas are excellent and I highly recommend them as a...

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Richchap95
15.12.2023 - 13:59

The service at the restaurant was extremely slow during Friday lunchtime, and orders were only cooked upon request. The portions were small, with a small order...

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318ise
15.12.2023 - 13:59

The fish and chips were excellent. The cod was the best I've had in a long time. The service was good overall and all the food was freshly cooked. The restauran...

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Departure761206
15.12.2023 - 13:59

Fabulous place to get good quality fish and chips...we have lived in Cornwall 35 years and this fish an chips shop has been there all the times we have visited....

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gemmasS7532QB
15.12.2023 - 13:59

The staff are friendly here and the food is good, yes it could be seen as expensive but where isn't!

Nestled in a charming seaside town, this fish and chip shop has garnered a reputation that varies significantly among patrons. While some celebrate it as a bastion of exceptional fish and chips, boasting crisp batter and perfectly cooked chips, others express disappointment over overpriced, lackluster meals and slow service. Despite the mixed reviews, many loyal customers continue to rave about the quality, with fresh, flavorful offerings like cod and mushy peas being highlights. Overall, while experiences fluctuate, the restaurant's enduring presence suggests it still holds a beloved spot among local and visiting fish and chip enthusiasts.

Gastroranking-uk
4.5 ★ from 713 reviews

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