Seafood · Walthamstow
Bonners Fish Bar on Northcote Road is a proper Walthamstow chippy, beloved locally for its hand-cut chips and freshly fried cod in a light, crispy batter — with saveloy, mushy peas, and curry sauce all going down a treat too. Fridays get busy and the dining area is quite snug, so most families tend to take away rather than eat in, though you can bring a buggy in without trouble and there's a kids' menu for little ones. They also cater for vegan diners, card payments are accepted (minimum £10), and staff are known for being genuinely friendly — worth asking them what's good that day.
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