Smith's had been in business for about ten years the first time I ate their fish and chips, and they were the best for miles around even then. I was pleased to see they're still there, especially as so much of the Epping I once knew is gone, and am delighted to say the food is just as good as ever.
Best chippy ever
Thanks for being so nice Martin & your mum
Always cook the best fish /chips 😍😍
Peggotys was closed on Sunday so tried out Smith's.
First point to note, cash only. Staff are friendly and our order was freshly cooked. Told it would be ready in 10 minutes and at 12 we were back at the car.
The chips are Peggotys are far superior. Just miles ahead. A much bigger portion, cooked better and wheat free (for anyone with allergies or are coeliacs).
The fish was cooked well and I may prefer the batter to Peggotys but it is a close call. It is very thin and crisp (almost a crust) whilst Peggotys was also crisp but thicker... Basically you pays your money you makes your choice.
In an ideal world, I would order fish from Smith's (thinner batter) and chips from Peggotys (wheat free and better overall). However, either are good choices.
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