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Cod Squad Fish & Chips
Welcome to Cod Squad Fish & Chips, an exciting destination for seafood lovers located at 1708 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo, BC. This charming eatery has quickly become a go-to spot in Nanaimo, renowned for its expertly crafted fish and chips that elevate comfort food to a delightful experience.
When you step into Cod Squad Fish & Chips, you're greeted by a nautical theme that reflects its commitment to fresh, high-quality seafood. Customers rave about the outstanding batter used on the fish, which strikes a perfect balance between fluffy and crispy. Renowned reviewer Kristen Murphy praised it as "the best fish and chips I've had in Nanaimo," highlighting the generous, flaky cod paired with perfectly cooked chips.
- Exceptional Breading: The light, airy breading, skillfully fried to a golden hue, adds an irresistible crunch that impresses even the most discerning palates.
- Flavorful Fish: Whether opting for the halibut or cod, the fish is consistently described as thick, flaky, and cooked to perfection.
- Delicious Sides: The french fries, often noted for their excellence, complement the main dish beautifully, while the free tartar sauce and mild coleslaw are a hit with customers.
Patrons also commend the swift service that enhances the overall dining experience. Many, like Gavin Sun, mention that the bustling atmosphere on busy Friday nights is well worth the wait, further solidifying the eatery's popularity. The friendly staff ensure that you have everything you need, making each visit enjoyable and stress-free.
My personal favorites include the halibut meal. While some may find the exterior light, its crispiness is truly satisfying and the flavor profile is on point. The pricing is fair, with a two-piece meal hovering around $40 after tax and tip.
As someone who appreciates beautifully cooked seafood, I can confidently say that Cod Squad Fish & Chips is a culinary gem in Nanaimo that deserves a visit. Your taste buds will thank you!
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“ Excellent batter on the fish and the french fries are awesome. ”
“ Best fish and chips I've had in Nanaimo. I'm no expert, but the breading was fluffy with a good crisp, tasted great, and the cod was thick and flaky. Fries were also very delicious. Service was quick, everything I needed was already on the table. Highly recommend! ”
“ Cod Squad Fish & Chips is fantastic! The chips are cooked to perfection, halibut filet is top-notch. Amazing fish and chips with excellent service. Busy on Fridays but really worth the wait. The fisherman-like decorations and details add a unique charm, and there's lots of parking space. Highly recommended! ”
“ Brought my wife and daughter here for the first time. Had the two piece halibut and fries and it was really good. Service was prompt and friendly. Will return. ”
“ Lovely, quaint little place. Ordered the Halibut meal and really enjoyed it. Tartar sauce is great (and free) and coleslaw is mild & crunchy. I was worried the fish wouldn’t be crispy enough cause the color came out pretty light.. but it was very good. Maybe could’ve used another minute in the fryer to be excellent. 40 for 2-piece after taxtip, which seems fair. I’ll definitely be coming back :) ”
“ The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the food was delicious. We ordered two different types of fish and chips, as well as chicken strips and shrimp and everything was great! ”
“ Ordered 2 piece cod, one of the top restaurants I've eaten fish and chips at. It just tasted... Fresher! I got exactly what I expected, very fast service, and the AC was nice considering it was 30 degrees out! Great first time experience, I will be back for the upgrade to halibut or seafood appies next time! ”
“ Just went first time. Reasonable prices, and the food was very good. Crispy, light, golden batter, very nice tasting fish, great home cut fries, and homemade coleslaw, and tartar sauce. Super nice customer service with a smile. Nice food presentation. Will be back to try halibut, and chips, halibut burger next time. ”