The West End Cafe - Menu

1-3 Gallowgate, Rothesay PA20 0HR, United Kingdom, Argyll Bute

🛍 Wine, Cakes, British, Fast Food

4 💬 3658 Reviews
The West End Cafe

Phone: +441700503596,+441700503596

Address: 1-3 Gallowgate, Rothesay PA20 0HR, United Kingdom, Argyll Bute

City: Argyll Bute

Menu Dishes: 7

Reviews: 3658

Website: https://1map.top/west-end-cafe-bute

"Popped in for a fish supper. It was really excellent. A good-sized portion of fresh fish in lovely light crispy batter. The chips were nicely done and plenty of them. Top Tip... As with all fish and chip takeaways. If you want your fish and chips to remain crisp, then don't overly soak them in vinegar and keep them open. I have always found it best to add my own amount of salt in chippies. Servers can be rather heavy-handed. NB. If you choose to have a vinegar liquid poured all over your hot food and then ask for them to be wrapped up and sealed so that the moisture can not escape. Don't expect crispy fish and chips when you open them 10 minutes later! Good luck."

Full menu - 7 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Fish Dishes

Dessert

Purees & Mashed Potatoes

Indian

John John

Nice food, much more on offer than most chippys. Friendly staff.

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Reviews

Stef
Stef

Lovely suppers for our entire family. Everything made fresh when ordered.


Cameron
Cameron

We had Fish Chips and it was absolutely lovely great portion size and well priced really enjoyable meal with good friendly service


Timothy
Timothy

Popped in for a fish supper. It was really excellent. A good sized portion of fresh fish in lovely light crispy batter. The chips were nicely done and plenty of them. I will be back! Highly recommend. View menu


Peter
Peter

Probably the worst piece of battered fish I've ever had. The batter was thick and soggy with a strange taste and the fish don't know what kind it was) tasted like cardboard. Disgusting. The chips were actually not bad.


Peter
Peter

Worst battered fish I have ever tasted. The batter was thick and soggy with a strange taste and was inedible. Whatever kind of fish it was tasted of cardboard, absolutely awful. Only consolation was the chips which were okay.


ajdmouse
ajdmouse

We had been recommended this place as the best to get fish and chips you are at the seaside you expect something good no way that is happening here; front line staff doing their best back room staff less said the batter was completely inedible and the fish wasn't fresh View menu


Nicola
Nicola

First off, I had no option but to give this a one star as trip advisor won’t allow you to leave the star option blank. This is the worst chip shop ever. Worst tasting fish supper I’ve ever had. I had 6 bones within 2 minutes of eating.. Soggy batter. Frozen,cheap,Absolutely disgusting


RuthyGlasgow
RuthyGlasgow

Came off the Waverly and looking for a fish n chip shop to sit in. It opened at 4.30 so waited around for a wee while until it opened. Ordered the Fish Tea with bread and butter and tea. The single fish didn't come with chips but the waitress said she could put some on for us which came along with the fantastic minted vinegary mushy peas. There was lemon juice, salt, vinegar, tomato and brown sauce, mayonnaise and tartar sauce on the table, hand sanitiser, everything that you needed! Chips were amazing as was the thick crispy battered fish. One of the nicest fish teas we've had. Fantastic and thanks.


Jafar
Jafar

Popped in for a fish supper. It was really excellent. A good-sized portion of fresh fish in lovely light crispy batter. The chips were nicely done and plenty of them. Top Tip... As with all fish and chip takeaways. If you want your fish and chips to remain crisp, then don't overly soak them in vinegar and keep them open. I have always found it best to add my own amount of salt in chippies. Servers can be rather heavy-handed. NB. If you choose to have a vinegar liquid poured all over your hot food and then ask for them to be wrapped up and sealed so that the moisture can not escape. Don't expect crispy fish and chips when you open them 10 minutes later! Good luck. View menu

Argyll Bute

Argyll Bute

Argyll and Bute, known for its rugged coastline and historic sites, offers traditional Scottish cuisine like haggis, seafood, and local specialties such as Argyll smoked sausage and venison.

Categories

  • Wine A curated selection of fine wines from around the world, offering rich reds, crisp whites, and elegant rosés to pair perfectly with your meal. Savor each bottle's unique aroma, flavor, and complexity.
  • Cakes A delightful selection of cakes featuring rich, moist layers and crafted with the finest ingredients. Satisfy your sweet tooth with our variety of decadent flavors and beautifully decorated creations. View menu
  • British Traditional and hearty, the British menu offers comfort classics like fish and chips, succulent roasts, and savory pies. Rediscover familiar favorites, lovingly crafted with timeless recipes and fresh, local ingredients.
  • Fast Food Enjoy a variety of quick and delicious meals perfect for on-the-go dining. From juicy burgers and crispy fries to refreshing drinks, our fast food menu satisfies your cravings with speedy service and irresistible flavors.

Amenities

  • Takeout
  • Seating
  • menu
  • Delivery
  • menu
  • Takeaway

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