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Overall Total Score
4.2 out of 5
Impressive | 13522 reviews

What User likes about Wetherby Whaler:
My lunch yesterday at The Whaler was delicious. Although we had to wait 5 minutes at the top of the stairs, it was understandable as the restaurant was very busy. We are regulars here and always recommend The Whaler to our friends. The batter on the fish was light and crispy, and the fish itself was moist and full of flavor. The portions were generous and the accompanying tea (Yorkshire) was excellent as always. The... View all feedback. What User doesn't like about Wetherby Whaler:
I called the restaurant to let them know that I believe I have consumed gluten after eating there three times before. Their response was that they do not guarantee their dishes to be gluten-free. View all feedback.

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Heyrestaurants
3.9 ★ from 6929 reviews

I always make sure to stop by this restaurant for some awesome British fish and chips when I'm traveling up north. The staff is fantastic and it's always a grea...

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The food at this restaurant is excellent, the staff is very friendly, but the prices are a bit high. However, the food is delicious.

We visited Compos Fish and Chip restaurant in Holmfirth last week and it was terrible. The service was poor, the food was overcooked, greasy, soggy, and...

Fish ans chips at Wetherby to finish off the bank holiday, who could ask for more.

Such nice food, perfectly cooked and perfectly priced! Amazing!

The Whaler, a renowned fish and chip restaurant, continues to capture the hearts of diners with its consistently delicious offerings, including light, crispy batter on perfectly cooked fish. While the menu boasts enticing gluten-free options, some patrons have voiced concerns regarding pricing and service, particularly regarding the lack of complimentary bread and butter. Despite minor service hiccups during busy hours, many customers appreciate the attentive staff and comfortable atmosphere. Overall, The Whaler remains a beloved dining destination, known for its generous portions and friendly service, making it a must-visit for fish and chip enthusiasts in Yorkshire.

Menu
5.0 ★ from 10 reviews

My love to fish is life-long. I visited here tonight. I can honestly say these are the best fish and chips I've ever tried. they could have been fried by a narr...

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Turned up with with 20 our History group and were welcomed by the staff, nothing was too much trouble and were served promptly, the Fish chips and mushy peas we...

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Excellent Fish and Chips, great service, yes you can sometimes have to wait as it can be very busy, but it's worth it.

Delicious fish and chips and the staff were very friendly. Travelled all the way from Gateshead just for this reason. Well worth it.

If u like fish and chips this isthe place to go sit in or take away Never bn disappointed staff are always very polite

Tripadvisor
4.6 ★ from 1073 reviews
Skipratbob
29.11.2023 - 21:31

While I understand the constraints of the restaurant's location on the first floor, I believe there should be a better and safer solution for busy times, especi...

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CharlieCKE
29.11.2023 - 21:31

I ordered a takeout for my family with five servings of fish and chips and mushy peas. The food was fantastic, reasonably priced, and the fish and chips were au...

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Emma
29.11.2023 - 21:31

Having lived in Wetherby for 37 years, I was shocked that I had never been to this restaurant before. I was pleasantly surprised by the experience and regret no...

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Brian
29.11.2023 - 21:31

Very disappointed with the 1 course meal today. The chips were in mostly inedible bits and the haddock batter was overcooked. Having visited Wetherby several ti...

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V6349CVlynnp
29.11.2023 - 21:31

Absolutely amazing meal this evening with fantastic customer service. Talk about value for money it was first class. Well done best fish and chip restaurant in...

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Findmeglutenfree
3.5 ★ from 6 reviews

I called the restaurant to let them know that I believe I have consumed gluten after eating there three times before. Their response was that they do not guaran...

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The restaurant offers a fantastic menu with a wide variety of gluten-free options. The service was top-notch, just like the delicious food. The staff was very k...

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I visited both the Wetherby and York branches a few times, and I highly recommend trying the fish and chips at both locations. Don't miss out, you won't be disa...

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Dedicated fryer and utensils. GF always marked. Takeaway wrapped separately to avoid cross contamination. Choice of portion size from small to whale! Lovely cri...

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Dedicated fryer and utensils. GF always marked. Takeaway wrapped separately to avoid cross contamination. Choice of portion size from small to whale! Lovely cri...

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Facebook
4.6 ★ from 813 reviews
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4.6 ★ from 38 reviews
Google
3.9 ★ from 34 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.6 ★ from 3537 reviews
Yelp
4.6 ★ from 11 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
2.8 ★ from 1007 reviews
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