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Westshore Fish Cafe

112a Charles Street | Westshore, Napier, New Zealand
(06) 834 0227
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Ranked #11 of 107 restaurants in Napier
Cuisines: Seafood
Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Takeout
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Takeout
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Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

It's my favorite fish & chip shop. Their huge fish burger is also must as well as oysters and scallops.

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Jacksonville, Florida
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21 reviews 21 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

We were blown away by the quality of food and the service at this small family run restaurant. My husband had the fish and chips, I had soup and the night's special. Neither of us have had better food anywhere. If only they had a branch here in Florida!

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Hamilton, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

I'm a truck driver and i've eaten fish and chip meal all over New Zealand and i have to say this place is number 1 not just for the meals but the friendly service from the family run restaurant. I've tried most of the meals and they can cook a mean steak too but if you want the best blue... More

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Hieke W, Owner at Westshore Fish Cafe, responded to this review
19 March 2013

Hey thanks! That's so nice of you to give your feedback it is always my pleasure serving you, "truckies" You always work so many and such odd hours and we're happy to cook you a good meal. Although I have no idea which driver you are, please pass my thanks to you all for being such pleasant and loyal costumers... More

Lafayette, Indiana
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68 reviews 68 reviews
35 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2013

I ate in the restaurant and had a wonderful meal. I had daily the special which was a fish I've never had before...a lovely white fish that was grilled, served on a spinach salad and drizzled with wasabi mayo...absolutely perfect. The service was excellent and friendly. I will definitely come back to the Westshore Fish Cafe!

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Hieke W, Manager at Westshore Fish Cafe, responded to this review
9 March 2013

Thank you for your review. I'm pleased you enjoyed your meal and the service at our restaurant. The Tuscan Grilled Gurnard is a "healthy" substitute for Fish & Chips which shows to be very popular especially over summer. Thank you for sharing your experience with others on TripAdvisor! More

Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2013

I recently went to this establishment and was a bit worried as I do not normally like fish and chips (normally too greasy and small portions for a large price) I was pleasantly surprised when I found a large portion for what I paid and it was the best fish and chips I've had. Defiantly be back when i'm back... More

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Hieke W, Manager at Westshore Fish Cafe, responded to this review
9 March 2013

Thank you very much for your lovely review I will pass it on to our hard working staff. This, once again shows how different people judge sizes and vary in flavor. Looking forward to see you again. More

Napier, New Zealand
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013

I think it was April. Was told it was award winning. Tiny piece of fish, all batter. Very disappointed.

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Hieke W, Owner at Westshore Fish Cafe, responded to this review
28 February 2013

Hi petegrat, Sorry to hear about your disappointment But why is it that you have to bring hardworking people down this way? Why can't you just let us know? Seriously, I do anything to my ability to please my costumers. We use good quality ingredients/food, filter every day. We weigh our fish and chips to make sure every one gets... More

Sydney, Australia
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21 reviews 21 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2013

THis is a good place for fish and chips - fresh tasting and well prepared. Enjoyed their versions of a seafood cocktail, not too keen on the chowder. And i did like the Dutch Apple Cake. I think some of the reviews on Trip Advisor of this place are a little over the top.

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Hieke W, Owner at Westshore Fish Cafe, responded to this review
8 February 2013

Thank you for your feedback, this way we know where to improve? I'm sorry to hear you were not too keen on the creamy-seafood-chowder. At a price of under $10,- for a good size serving, filled with a variety of seafood.it has shown to be a very popular dish in our restaurant and even in our Take-Away over the past... More

Isle of Wight
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86 reviews 86 reviews
27 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2013

Thanks to Lonely Planet we hunted down this chish and fippery and were so glad we did. UK chish and fips shops take note! Light crispy batter and thick creamy fillets of fish without great pockets of air - delish! And so much to amuse you while you wait for your fish to be cooked (nothing is pre-cooked). Go go... More

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Hieke W, Owner at Westshore Fish Cafe, responded to this review
7 January 2013

Thanks! Great! Another happy customer, this is the reason why we keep trying to give our customers the best quality, quantity and service no matter how busy we are. This review helps us and other travelers. I will pass it onto my friendly and hardworking staff. Cheers Hieke More

Wellington, New Zealand
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55 reviews 55 reviews
30 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2013

The other reviews I read pointed us to this little cafe, north of Napier and set in the little township of Westshore. We didnt book so took a risk and we proved to be lucky, getting the last table in the restaurant. Plain and simple and seating about 40 the restaurant is separate to the takeaway area and judging by... More

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Hieke W, Owner at Westshore Fish Cafe, responded to this review
7 January 2013

Thank you for your lovely review it means a lot to us and to fellow travelers as you know! I recognize your "misses" on the photo and remember you didn't have the nicest table of the restaurant so I'm happy you still enjoyed your evening. I also remember talking about our and your plans for 2013! May they all come... More

Napier
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 November 2012

Dine in the restaurant or have New Zealand style "Take Aways" down to the beach. I love the restaurant and myself and my family frequent this place for uniformity and quality.

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