5 Places to Get the Best Fish and Chips in Kanata to Satiate Your Cravings
Whenever the weekday blues hit hard, nothing quite lifts my spirit like a plate of my favorite comfort foods. Perfectly battered, deliciously flaky fish with a side of golden brown fries just hits the spot for me.
It feels like a comforting hug on a plate.
If you work in the small yet bustling neighborhood of Kanata, you’re lucky. You’re never far from a good fish and chips spot where you can treat yourself to a delicious meal after a long, tiring day at work.
Here, we’ll show you where to get the best fish and chips in Kanata.
Halibut House
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Website: https://halibuthouse.ca/
Location: 1144 Terry Fox Drive
Phone: +1 613 836 8866
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 8 am to 9 pm, Sun 8 am to 8 pm
Halibut House is all about fresh, high-quality seafood. They offer a variety of fillet options, such as halibut, haddock, and cod.
No matter what you choose, you get generous portions, all lightly battered and fried to perfection along with thick, hand-cut fries. It’s just a simple, no-fuss approach to fish and chips, but it will surely keep you coming back for more.
What makes Halibut House special is that they know a thing or two about fishing, which does affect the quality of their food. Using wild, sustainably caught seafood, they’re able to serve you with a fresh catch every single time.
Pro Tip:
Halifax has a milder flavor profile than other fish, which is a great choice for those who don’t like their seafood to be too fishy. Haddock has a slighter sweeter taste, while cod has more umami, buttery goodness.
The Royal Oak
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Website: http://www.royaloakpubs.com/
Location: 329 March Road
Phone: +1 613 591 3895
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11:30 am to 2 pm, Sat 11 am to 2 am, Sun 11 am to 12 am
The Royal Oak is a British-style pub, serving hearty, beer-friendly fare, such as steak, shepherd’s pie, and of course, fish and chips.
Flaky and tender, the fish fillets are fried in a crispy, golden batter, which comes out pleasingly light, airy, and flavorful. The portions are generous, but if you’re hungry for more, you can add an extra piece to your plate for $9.
They use thick-cut fries, seasoned and fried perfectly so you get a satisfying crunch with every bite. They’re also served with tartar sauce and coleslaw to give the dish that extra oomph!
Pro Tip:
Every Friday, you can get $3 off your fish and chips at The Royal Oak. Takeaway orders aren’t entitled to the discount.
Digby’s Restaurant
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Website: http://m.digbysrestaurant.com/
Location: 300 Earl Grey Drive
Phone: +1 613 599 9800
Opening hours: Sun 12 pm to 2 am, Mon 12 pm to 11 pm, Tue-Sat 11 am to 1 am
Kanata has a Digby’s Restaurant, which is known for its fresh seafood options. But it’s their signature fish and chips that have put them on the map.
Instead of a single fillet, you can opt to add two or more on your plate, which will be served on a bed of thick, crispy french fries. Everything from the fish to the tartar sauce and coleslaw is carefully seasoned to enhance the fish’s natural flavors.
Our favorite thing about Digby’s is that they serve a variety of fish options. Aside from the usual cod and haddock, they also have Alaskan pollock, sole, and even salmon.
Pro Tip:
On Tuesdays, they serve all-you-can-eat fish and chips. Kids can also eat for free during this day, so don’t forget to bring them.
Montana’s BBQ and Bar
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Website: https://www.montanas.ca/
Location: 140 Earl Grey Drive
Phone: +1 613 270 0518
Opening hours: Sun-Thu 11 am to 10 pm, Fri-Sat 11 am to 11 pm
Montana’s BBQ and Bar is a local favorite where families come together for all-you-can-eat ribs and creative cocktails, but their beer-battered fish and chips are also worth getting.
Coated in a light, beer batter, their fish fillets stay flaky, tender, and juicy with a little bit of crunch on the outside. They are served with lightly salted fries, tartar sauce, ketchup, and coleslaw.
What makes Montana’s special is that you get hearty meals, all served in a warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel right at home.
Pro Tip:
You can upgrade your side. Instead of getting regular crispy golden fries, you can choose poutine, onion rings, or a loaded baked potato to go with your beer-battered fish fillet.
strEATS Kanata Kitchen
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Website: http://www.streatskitchens.com/order
Location: 484 Hazeldean Road #7
Phone: +1 613 836 8887
Opening hours: Sun-Tue 10 am to 11 pm, Wed-Sat 10 am to 12 pm
The strEATS Kanata Kitchen has a globally-inspired menu, where you can taste a blend of flavors on a single plate. From gochujang chicken to mango shrimp tacos, it’s a great spot to expand your palate.
They do, however, take a no-fuss approach to their fish and chips, which is why it’s an all-time favorite. Their sustainably-sourced Alaskan pollock is coated in a secret batter—crispy, golden, and light enough to let the flavor of the fish shine.
Then, they serve it alongside fries tossed in sea salt, tartar sauce, and a slice of lemon for a little bit of zing. If you’re sharing with friends, they do offer a larger platter with 10 pieces of fish sticks stacked on top of three orders’ worth of fries.
Pro Tip:
They serve a mini fish and chips box, perfect for the kids. Just for $8, you get two small pieces of fish sticks with fries and tartar sauce.