Len Duckworth’s Fish & Chips

UPDATE: They have now increased the price of Hailbut & Chips to $ 12.50, Haddock & Chips to $ 9.50, Gravy to $ 1.50, and less fries are given. The filets have also become smaller, probably because they serve many seniors in the community and they can get away with smaller portions. It still tastes great, but I can’t in good conscience give this 5 stars anymore because fish ‘n chips is supposed to have a status of slightly-​above-​fast-​food. For the reduced amount of food you get, I now consider eating here a luxury.

This was my first time at Len’s. Had the seafood platter, enjoyed it very much. Shrimp, scallops, and halibut were very tasty and fresh, nice crispy batter, fries were large cut and delicious. Looking forward to returning.

Good fish and chips. Good specials during the week amazing service. Just need better ventilation in the restaurant.

Located close to main street station, my friend and I stopped by on a chilly Thursday last week. The initial restaurant we wanted to go to wasn’t open that day so we stumbled upon Len’s! Had a very casual, old school diner look to it and all booths! Yay for comfy seating! The place looked very clean and our server was very nice. My friend and I both got the famous halibut and chips ($ 12.50) which took about 15 mins or so to prepare. It’s all fried fresh to order and you can even watch him cook it! A couple of people strolled in for takeout and another for dine in — it’s quite obvious that majority of their customers are regulars which made us feel like one too.
The fish is coated in a light batter that stays nice and crisp without being too greasy. The chips on the other hand were kind of a miss for me but I still really enjoyed them. They’re thick cut so the texture was similar to a boiled potato with a slight crunch on the outside but im sure you could ask for them to be fried longer. What about the tartar? my friend and I basically demolished their house tartar sauce, lacking a bit of pickles but still so delicious!
Overall, very old school and cozy atmosphere, friendly servers and yummy food. Definitely give this place a try if you’re in the neighbourhood craving some fried goodness. Be sure to check out their daily specials as well!

This place is an institution. I came here for years and years. The food is still amazing after 20yrs and you can’t beat the proximity to the subway. The haddock is great and for those who don’t have a lot of dough, get some chips with some malt vinegar and salt. Oh my. Great shop.

Great fish and chips here at awesome prices. The halibut is extremely good. Like eating a AAA steak, battered… can’t wait to have it again. Ambience is so so but the food is what you come for !

Ok folks. I’ve started writing reviews because after reading them for years and trying places I can’t stand people not knowing the real deal.
This place is good. The fish is fresh, the batter is light (ish), the fries are hand cut (with some skin), and the oil used to cook tastes fresh.
When you walk in it looks like a bit of a dump, but the food is great. This is authentic, fresh, fish and chips. So yes it’s a bit greasy, but I’m lost as to what more (or less) you’d want from a fish and chip place.
This is a ⁴⁄₅ for what it is. Straight forward fish and chips (the seafood combo is awesome). I’ve eaten at Guy Savoys restaurant in Paris — where they had a bread sommelier (!) — does this compare to that? No, but for fish and chips, I haven’t don’t much better than this place in the T dot.

Food ⁵⁄₅ great fresh. Crisp. Self made refrigerated tartar sauce
Price ⁵⁄₅ portion under $ 10
Service ⁵⁄₅ great family
Location ⁴⁄₅ near central road. Subway. Street parking
Will be back.

amazing seafood!!! By far my favourite place to go to in Toronto.
Going to being the parents here next time they visit

I’m not a big fan of fish and chip places but I thought I would give it a try since the high reviews and that it was close to a pet store that sold aquatic pets. So I though I would make an afternoon out of this. Sadly, I must mental note to trust my gut and never try stuff that I’m not a fan of. I got the halibut with fries. The fish was covered in a thick flour batter which was expected but I find this takes away the original flavor of the fish. The fries were meh and I think I would rather have Mc Donald’s fries even though I go to Mc D’s once in a blue moon. And I think the bill came close to $ 20 after tax and tips which I found a bit expensive for what you get.

I’m always looking for good Fish & Chip places. Len Duckworth’s is one of the best in Toronto. Been here about 10 times in the past few months for takeout and it is always good, halibut, cod, sole. $ 10 for a satisfying meal.

I love their fish! The batter is not to thick and it’s very crispy. The halibut is fresh and not frozen (although it’s a bit more expensive it worth it). I go there as much as I can. The only thing I would change is to include a salad in their menu :-)

I can definitely recommend this place.
I’m from Scotland, so I’ve eaten a reasonable amount of «chippy» style fish and chips, both good and bad. It’s been a while though, and the first attempt I sampled after a year of travelling was the dirt they serve at British Style Fish & Chips off Coxwell. This was waaaay better and damn close to the real thing.
I ordered the halibut and chips with bread and butter and it was all excellent, reasonably generous portion too. Grease factor was medium, which is pretty much how it should be. Delivery was prompt. The lady on the phone was friendly. The tartare sauce was ehhh, but no big deal. I’ll definitely order again in future.

I came here a few days ago, mainly because I’d heard that this was some of the best fish and chips you could get in Toronto. When I saw the «People love us on Unilocal!» sticker on the window, it filled me with even more hope. However, when I walked in, all that hope basically shattered.
Despite an attractive exterior, Duckworth’s interior is not exactly pretty to look at. The walls are painted a plain white, with a piece of dull artwork here and there. The air conditioning was blasting, and I ended up having to switch tables just to get out of the path of its frigid wind. The whole atmosphere was really not my cup of tea.
But wait! Don’t go away just yet. There is positivity on the horizon.
I had the haddock and chips, which were actually great. I really shouldn’t have been surprised, but I was. After tasting the fish, I understood where the good reviews were coming from. This fish was so good, it didn’t even need any vinegar. Seriously.
Duckworth’s is far from being a fancy joint. However, if you’re looking for good fish and chips, it’s worth a chance.

The food quality is good, I love the atmosphere in there. It’s old fashioned but moderated to today’s tech. Service is fairly quick.

Best Halibut and Chips I’ve ever had in my life. Not too greasy, great chips, just right! I try to go on Mondays with my mom, when Halibut is on special.

3.5 stars
VIBE
I haven’t been to the restaurant. It’s always delivery (mainly because it’s on Main Street).
I ATE
Halibut and Chips. Moist, flaky with a good crispy exterior. The one piece isn’t enough. A second piece will satisfy you if you’re super hungry. They give you way too many chips. The chips are ok. I can only eat half the box. I find them a bit flavourless but that’s what salt and malt vinegar are for.
Other notes: if you get a large order, you’ll get coleslaw (looks okay… didn’t have any) and randomly, buttered bread. I was a bit skeptical about the bread but once I had it, it was so fresh! It kind of feels old fashioned to get something like that and though its weird, I kind of like it.
The gravy is thick and salty but only great when super hot. It can get cold fast so get it while it is hot!
OBLIGATORY CATCHY REMARK
Definitely worth the duckface. Perfect for a rainy night in.

When a local joint like Duckworth’s has shown that it has the bollocks to withstand the test of father time in the cutthroat world of fish & chips, one would think that mere longevity would be a testament to greatness. Unfortunately when it comes to Duckworth’s, one would sadly be mistaken.
We recently stopped to grab a quick dinner here and there are many positives. The service was speedy and friendly, and as others have noted seating is abundant, (we were fortunate enough to grab a window seat), and the interior, although definitely falling under the «no frills» style of décor is decidedly clean.
However I found the Halibut to be a bit on the greasy side, our fries were cold and the greatest travesty of all… they don’t make their own tartar sauce. For a place that exclusively caters to the fish n chip set this is simply unjustifiable. I was forced to subject my greasy Halibut to a gelatinous glop of unrecognizable origin that I had to force with conviction out of a sticky packet. I know, I know, a first world problem to be sure. To many I may be coming off as the greatest of fish n chip snobs, however I am not a pretentious foodie, simply someone that likes to see something done to the best of ones capabilities, and in my humble opinion Duckworth’s fell short. Especially considering that it has been around since the depression.
I do owe it another shot and will be back. Maybe I’ll bring my own tartar.

I have been eating here for about 7 years now. It is one of my two favourite fish & chip places in the city! The food is always fresh and hot. The bread and butter is a fave as well, the bread is so fresh and the thick slices make you feel spoiled. The fries I like a little well done and you can ask for some scraps. which are the bits of batter left in the fryer from the fish cooking. yum!!!
The staff are always friendly and personable. If you go often enough they start to remember your order! ha! The prices are very reasonable. The dining area is very clean.
I’m not a huge fish fan but I go every couple of months to satisfy my halibut craving! :0)

My mother would eat here every sunday from the age of 11, and the halibut and fries from Duckworth’s was akin to mothers milk for myself and my 2 sisters. I go here often still, and the place hasn’t changed a bit! Even the lady at the counter has been there as long as I can remember (and still wears her make-​up exactly the same LOL)!!
The fish is always crispy on the outside and moist on the inside, though, I wouldn’t eat here if you have cholesterol issues. It’s artery-​clogging goodness!
I’ll always come back to Ducky’s, as my family calls it, and my children have been raised on their food as well, starting a 4^th generation off right :)
Eat in and have the bread and butter. It’s always been a favourite with us :)