About This Pub
Ah, if you're popping into North Shields and fancy a proper fish and chips fix, Waterfront is one of those places that's been a local favourite since 1995 – it's like a warm hug from the past, with that crispy batter and fresh fish that'll have you coming back for more. From what I've gathered from the buzz around it, folks rave about the generous portions and how everything's spot on, whether it's the meat feast pizzas or those juicy burgers, and it's all at a price that won't break the bank. The team behind the counter are usually dead helpful and make the whole experience feel relaxed and enjoyable, which is just what you want after a long day. On the downside, though, there have been a few grumbles about the occasional staff member not being as cheerful or flexible as you'd hope – like not being able to get that little extra squeeze of tartar sauce when you're sat in – which is a pity because it could sour an otherwise lovely outing. All in all, with such high praise from so many, I'd say it's well worth a visit if you're in the area; just keep in mind it's not perfect, but the good bits far outweigh the bad, making it a solid choice for a casual bite with mates.
Pros and Cons
Pros
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The fish and chips are spot on – fresh, crispy batter and perfectly cooked every time, making it a real treat for a classic chippy tea.
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Staff are generally lovely and attentive, creating a welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel right at home.
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They offer great variety beyond just fish and chips, like tasty pizzas, burgers, and even refreshing sundaes, so there's something for everyone.
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Portions are generous and it's inexpensive, meaning you get brilliant value without emptying your wallet.
Cons
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Some staff members can come across as a bit unfriendly or dry, which might leave you feeling a tad underwhelmed during your visit.
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There might be restrictions on certain items, like condiments being takeaway-only, which could be frustrating if you're dining in.
Contact Information
22-28 Union Rd, Tynemouth, North Shields NE30 1HR
+441912961721
Fish and chips
Open Now
Opening Hours
Monday (Today) | 11:30 - 19:00 |
Tuesday | 11:30 - 19:00 |
Wednesday | 11:30 - 19:00 |
Thursday | 11:30 - 19:00 |
Friday | 11:30 - 19:00 |
Saturday | 11:30 - 19:00 |
Sunday | 11:30 - 16:00 |
Recent Reviews
Member of staff who served me was very dry with me she didn’t seem happy at all had the same issues with her before also. think she needs customer service training to say the least wouldn’t let me order my tarter sauce little squeeze one only one I like saying that is for takeaway only not restaurant am the customer am paying for it should be getting it doesn’t make any sense what happened to the customer is always right ? And by god the price difference is unbelievable will not be using the restaurant side again absolutely disgusting prices compared to the take away side at the end of the day it’s the same food coming out been back today and got takeaway and the staff on takeaway side was fantastic much better customer service and lot less in price so be very careful with restaurants prices it’s a lot more expensive even though the food comes out of the takeaway side and avoid garlic sauce it’s like water very disappointing chips really nice fish excellent but today ordered haggis and it was in way to long the inside was black and very hard even tasted burnt other chip shops leave it in for 10 minutes these left it in 15 minutes way to long will not order that again from this one but fish and chips from hear are fantastic so not all bad .
The best in the area. We've been going to the Waterfront for our chippy teas for years. Bu far and away the best! Crispy batter everytime. Chips not horrid and greasy and their staff are all so lovely.
The fact we have been coming here for Decades and are now Pensioners that it’s nice to see the staff are the same.and so friendly.
💐 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💐
The Waterfront was the last place we visited on going over to NZ to visit our daughter and stayed with her for 3 or 6 months on our 4 visits over 8 yrs.
But we always chose to come to the WATERFRONT restaurant for our Haddock and Cod meal for each of us on the first day back.
Honestly you can’t buy a better meal than here.
Not just fish but I also love the Chicken burger and onion rings x YUM
🐟🐠🦐 plus able to celebrate 🎉 🍾🥂🥰❤️
Delicious, fresh fish and chips with plenty of tables to sit in. Large portions and a great selection, including traditional sides such as pickled eggs/onions, cockles, and muscles!
Staff are lovely and attentive.
I recommend the plaice if you enjoy a little extra flavour in your fish - lush!
DA
Danyan Abdurrahman Samak
Went here with my family for a take away not my first time and has always been very good and will be back again , definitely recommend this place 🐟🍟. Forget to take pictures of food as we were all starving. Been back again 2/1/24 got a table this time same again lovely and will return again 👌🏻👍🏻
Been back again today 14/4/24 all plates
cleared again 👌🏻👍🏻
Back again today 23/3/25 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ again .
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