Golden Union

Fish & chips restaurant · Soho

Golden Union

Fish & chips restaurant · Soho

38 Poland St, London W1F 7LY, United Kingdom

Highlights

Traditional-style, licensed chippy with retro decor, serving fish and chips and selection of beers.

38 Poland St, London W1F 7LY, United Kingdom Get directions

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"Golden Union is a quintessential London chippy. Homemade mushy peas? Check. Battered sausage? Yes. Cod the size of a horse’s head? Absolutely. Golden Union is a very solid spot to spend an hour. The chairs are comfy, the tables most definitely aren’t made from the remnants of a child’s slide, and there are even some of those ultra cool neon signs to appease your inner Tracey Emin fan. For under £20 you can have some tasty fish and chips, or the battered king prawns if you’re feeling adventurous/treasonous, plus a cup of tea. Lovely." - Oliver Feldman, Heidi Lauth Beasley, Jake Oliver, Rianne Shlebak

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"Your order: Fish bites and chips - £9.50 Purists will say that fish and chips is best enjoyed out of the bag on foot. Professionals will politely disagree and suggest they park themselves on the nearest corner and let their digestive system come to terms with what’s ahead of them. We’d recommend you do the same after swinging by Golden Union fish bar. Whether it’s for a scoop of chips, a jumbo sausage, or a weapon-sized bit of battered fish. It’s a rare example of a consistently good hotspot chippy in a consistently hectic area." - jake missing

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@infatuation

"Golden Union is a quintessential London chippy. Homemade mushy peas? Check. Battered sausage? Check. Cod the size of a horse’s head? Absolutely. Golden Union is a very solid spot to spend an hour. The chairs are comfy, the tables most definitely aren’t made from the remnants of a child’s slide, and there’s even some of those ultra cool neon signs, to appease your inner Tracey Emin fan. For fifteen quid you can have some tasty fish and chips, the battered king prawns if you’re feeling adventurous/treasonous, plus a cup of tea. Lovely." - Heidi Lauth Beasley

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Katie Boudreau

Google

One of the best fish and chips meals I’ve ever had. I was craving fish and chips and saw this place was near our hotel, so figured I’d pop in. I ordered the cod and chips, and it was delicious! It was made to order so it was super duper hot and fresh when I got it. The batter was nice and crisp and had a nice flavor to it. Fish was nice and white, soft, and melt in your mouth. This place got super busy, so service to check out was a little slow, but overall it was a good experience.

Safiya Tyebally

Google

Loved my food here! My partner and I shared the Cod Fish and Chips. The portion is very generous, unfortunately I only remembered to take a picture halfway.😅 The fish was cooked beautifully, very tender and with the perfect ratio of batter to fish. And I was glad to get a good amount of protein (despite sharing)! The fries were also really good, not too oily and the potato tasted great. Our server, Betty, was amazing! She was attentive throughout our meal, patiently explaining the different types of fish on the menu, which really helped us make our choice. When we spilled some water and used our napkin to clean it up, she quickly brought us a fresh one without us even asking. Betty checked in on us just the right amount to ensure we were comfortable, without being intrusive. Her friendly and professional demeanor truly enhanced our dining experience. Thank you, Betty!

La'Ban A Wade II

Google

Stopped by here for dinner on a Sunday during my trip to London. We kept seeing fish and chips on restaurant menus and felt it was a must while in the city. We found this place online as we were having drinks in SOHO. We made a good choice. When you walk in, it's there take away area. Continue to the back and you will be seated by their staff. I ordered the "Old Jamaica Ginger Beer" it was really good. Something I hadn't tried before and it was worth it. I ordered the Haddock & Chips. honey had the Scampi & Chips. The Haddock was really fresh, fried with a thin batter and crispy and less flaky. Paired with the tater sauce it was really good. I enjoyed the scampi too. It was battered just right and if I return, I will definitely order that. They have a juke box, but the selection of Beyonce music made the restaurant a vibe. Overall a great place for a quick bite of you're in the SOHO area.

Boon Sun Tan

Google

Fish & chips is great. Good service. Will recommend. Just that the sit in area has poor ventilation. Maybe better to do a take out.

Yusuf T

Google

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Golden Union Fish & Chips in London is a fantastic spot for classic fish and chips! 🐟🍟 The food was delicious, with crispy batter and perfectly cooked fish, not to mention the thick-cut chips that were golden and tasty. The portions were generous, and everything tasted fresh and well-prepared. The cozy, traditional atmosphere made it even more enjoyable. The staff were friendly and attentive, making sure we had a great experience. If you're craving authentic fish and chips in London, this is the place to go! 🌟

Jason Hiak

Google

This quaint spot offers two main dishes: haddock and cod, both of which are equally delicious. The cod has a satisfyingly chewy texture, while the haddock is wonderfully flaky—I personally prefer the cod. The only downside was the fries; they were a bit too thick for my taste, as I lean towards thinner, skinnier cuts.

Steveo 88

Google

There are various fish options, including cod and haddock, all perfectly battered and fried to crispy perfection. Each bite reveals tender, flaky fish that's full of flavor. The generous portions and golden, chunky chips make for a satisfying meal. The casual, retro ambiance adds to the overall charm.

L Ali

Google

Exceptional service! No A/C but if seated in the back, great ventilation. Many female singles dropping in after shopping and enjoying a solitary lunch. One WC. We had a cod platter and a haddock platter, each accompanied by chips, lemon and tartar sauce. Both were MORE than enough for 2 adults and 2 tweens. We added extra chips (unnecessary). Table accompaniments were salt, vinegar, ketchup. The fish was very, very fresh. Each bite felt incredibly creamy. We don't often do fried foods, so this felt just a little greasier than we'd expected. You can pay by both credit card and cash. Front entry had a full takeaway counter. There is room to park strollers.