Traditional Fish and Chips

If you have ever been to Portobello beach you will know this place. Its the place you walk by on your way to the beach house for a posh hot drink, you know, that chippy with the yellow sign, all run down. the place you have thought to yourself every time you see it «you wouldnt catch me dead in there» It looks rough, gritty, greasy. Know the one? Well I did the norm and walked by to go to the beach house (great spot!) it was full. no tables. and the kids needed to get out of the cold so I thought «what the hey, Ill poke my nose in the chippy and warm up». Its as run down inside as it is out. I has an authentic feel to it. one that says «get out». But the guy was nice so I thought Id give it a try. knowing Id regret it. but it was cold outside and the beach house was full. this place was empty. The Kids soon found the toys in the corner. «that’s thoughtful», I thought. The menus came out and there were 4 choices of fresh fish! That was a surprise. The friendly waitress explained the dishes. fish and chips! Whats to explain. well lots it turns out. I made my choice and in good time my order came. only the best fish and chips in Edinburgh! As I ate. astonished with every mouthfull, the owner came to my table to check how the food was! Is this a fish and chips shop or a fancy restaurant? He gave me a welcome and explained he was the new owner and had big plans for the place once some money/​customers come in. I finished the meal and he came over to see if I wanted more. I got the impression he was offering more for free but I was stuffed. I just got a coffee. The coffee was great, not as nice as the beach house but it was half the price. The kids packed up the toys and the owner gave them a free ice cream! each. I was so wrong about this place. its not what it seems. its really nice! I recommend trying it.