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Fredies Fantastic Fishhouse

8 Oland Crescent, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3S 1C6, Canada
902-450-3474
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Ranked #50 of 426 restaurants in Halifax
Price range: $5 - $10
Cuisines: Canadian
Good for: Local cuisine
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Good for: Local cuisine
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Halifax, Canada
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37 reviews 37 reviews
27 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

First time going to this restaurant, and I thought overall it was quite good. I had the fish and chips, and their lunch special was $7.99 for 2 pieces with fries which was a great deal. The fish wasn't too greasy or heavy feeling after I ate it, which some places can be like. The staff were very friendly to... More

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Halifax, Canada
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14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013 via mobile

I love these ladies. Even if they don't see you for months they remember you and the fish is always great and the fries are fresh and crispy. You can't go wrong with fredies

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013 via mobile

I always recommend Fredies to anyone who is looking for amazing fish and seafood. It is THE BEST!! I have to say, I read a comment about Fredies' gravy being gross etc. and was quite surprised! Something must have happened that day because they have one of the best gravies I've tasted! I have never been disappointed after eating there,... More

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Nova Scotia, Canada
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26 reviews 26 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

I haven't eaten here in a couple years but decided to try it on Good Friday. It was packed and they were actually counting pieces of fish until they put the signs on the door sold out. I ordered the family pack it was a 10 piece with fries, coleslaw, gravy which they say feeds 4-5 people. It was quite... More

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Halifax, Canada
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2013

We happen to stumble on this gem last night in our quest for REAL fish and chips. It was quaint, friendly, inviting and oh yes, delicious! We were greeted by some of the friendliest people in the service industry we've ever encountered, a true sign of Newfoundland hospitality with food to match. The food was simple, FRESH, and straight up... More

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Halifax, Canada
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56 reviews 56 reviews
43 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
62 helpful votes 62 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2013

This is always our go-to fish and chips place! It is deeeelish! What really made us happy about this place was how they use "real" fish. The batter isn't too thick, the fish is nice and flakey, and you can tell it is a piece of fish not a little chunk of something. Yummy!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 October 2012

I was talking to the owner (who made my meal) and the fish is delivered daily. The food is hot and fresh and prepared right in front of you. It tastes excellent and the portions are generous. In the seafood chowder, the lobster pieces are almost too big! It is very tasty and a fun stop for a quick bite... More

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Halifax, Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 September 2012

This is a place we go quite often when we are out shopping at Bayers Lake, and do not want the expense and formality of a sit-down and be served restaurant. We have only ever had the fish here, not the other seafood. The fish is excellent. Not greasy, good size pieces. The indoor seating area is not too great... More

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Halifax, Canada
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87 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 142 cities Reviews in 142 cities
135 helpful votes 135 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 August 2012

We used to visit the Fredies in Tantallon on a regular basis and were very disappointed when they closed down, so were really pleased when someone told us about the restaurant in Bayers Lake. We were greeted by three smiling ladies and ordered the sampler for 2 (2 pieces of fish, scallops, clams and fries) which was very speedily cooked... More

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Halifax, Canada
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166 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 71 cities Reviews in 71 cities
127 helpful votes 127 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 August 2012

Had the $7.99 two piece fish and chips lunch special. The pieces of fish were large and fresh and cooked OK, but the chips, although there was a huge serving, were overdone. Good value lunch in Bayers Lake if you want fish and chips.

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