Islanders Fish Restaurant Essex stands out as a true gem for fish and chips enthusiasts visiting Canvey Island. Nestled at 86 Furtherwick Rd, this charming eatery is celebrated for its delicious seafood offerings and exceptional service, making it well worth the drive for many loyal customers. Patrons rave about the freshness and quality of their dishes, with standout items like the seafood basket and classic cod and chips consistently receiving high praise. Customer Shivani Harrison encapsulates the sentiment of many when she exclaimed that the food was "fantastic" and the portion sizes were "on point."
The ambiance of the restaurant contributes to a welcoming dining experience, as noted by Kim Hornsby, who loved the immaculate decor and friendly staff, particularly highlighting Zoe’s attentive service. The welcoming atmosphere is perfect for casual dining or special events, with Tania Allwood noting the restaurant's bingo nights as a fun addition to the culinary experience. Regulars, like Nush, appreciate the consistent deliciousness of the food and the warmth of the staff, making Islanders a top recommendation for anyone seeking great fish and chips in Essex.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Serves great dessert
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Good for groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Paid parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Islanders Fish Restaurant Essex
shivani harrison
Jul 3,2025
OMG the food was fantastic, the service amazing...well worth the 30min drive! Plans already made to go back... We had seafood basket and cod and chips. Everything was hot, crispy, salad was fresh, portion sizes on point.
Kim Hornsby
May 20,2025
Visited today 12th Feb for lunch . THE FISH AND CHIPS IS THE BEST ON THE ISLAND THE FOOD WAS GOOD QUALITY ,HOT AND PRESENTED NICELY. THE STAFF WERE FRIENDLY GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICES ESPECIALLY ZOE WHO SERVED US . A LITTLE GEM OF A PLACE .The restaurant has a nice decor spotless .
Irene Smith
May 18,2025
Zoe was a brilliant waitress. Very welcoming and friendly. Good food and very good value. Highly recommended.
Tania Allwood
May 14,2025
Fab night in islanders as always! Went to bingo night, prizes are great & food is even better! Great hosts as always, look forward to the next event xx
Nush
Apr 9,2025
Been here a few times. The food is always delicious & the staff very friendly. Highly recommend.
Reviews For Islanders Fish Restaurant Essex