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Serves meat, vegan options available. Chip shop cafe. Menu has separate section listing the vegetarian and vegan options. The chips and veg options are fried separately. For vegans there are veggie sausages, falafels, kebab, humus with salad, chips, pita, jacket potatoes, toast with beans, vegan apple crumble & ice cream, chocolate and vanilla sundae. Roast lunches, full breakfasts. Soya milk and dairy free spreads options. Open Mon-Sat 10:30-20:00, Sun 10:30-19:00.
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112 Reviews
First Review by jon active
til_death_darling
Points +88
Delicious and lots of choices! - Edit
Amazing little find! Tons of vegan options for mains and dessert. It was delicious too with great sizes portions! Only negative is the drinks aren't cheap and they fill the glass full of ice so you barley get anything, so ask for no ice or only a couple of pieces to avoid feeling over charged!
Read morePros: Lots of options, Delicious, Eat in it take out
Cons: Drinks are expensive
Guest
bad*vegan
Points +114
Vegan or gluten free? - Edit
Vegan options, but not what you'd hope for from a seaside chippy. But meat options also more than a typical chippy.
Read moreOrdered bread roll with vegan spread, we're told a vegan roll was not available, but vegan bread was, and it arrived with butter, and seeded slightly crumbly bread. We asked for vegan spread, which was delivered, but we think they got confused about the veganism. Which then makes us think do they know the difference?
Chips were good though.
Updated from previous review on 2025-10-28
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waxpoetic
Points +30
Beware ordering the vegan curry - Edit
I wanted to love this place. We came because of the glowing reviews, but had a disappointing time.
Read moreWe ordered the vegan ‘chicken’ tikka masala and the veg hotpot between us.
The food arrived and the hotpot was really lovely, nice and tasty, hot and good portion - my parters meal arrived and we were instantly skeptical…
After some inspection, we were served real chicken and we’d ate some too which put a real downer on everything. We called over one of the staff and they instantly apologised and offered to change it, mistakes do happen and they did try and correct it but ultimately it’s not great being served meat for a place with such good options and we’d eaten some of it unknowingly.
It was upsetting and spoiled having the rest of the curry. Upon paying the bill we politely asked to take the curry off the bill and we pay the rest but was met with some passive aggressive tone from the manager about how she just follows what’s on a sheet and her daughter is ‘vegan’, as if that makes it better. Her tone was disgusting and made it out like we were the ones in the wrong. It just made us feel really upset which is such a shame, everything else about this place was great, but that encounter at the end just ruined it.
Pros: Veg hotpot was nice, Chips were good, Servers were very polite
Cons: Manager was very rude, Mistakes likely to happen
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ElectroNatasha
Points +16
Always great - Edit
Good choice and they are really helpful and care about the vegan clients
Read morePros: Choice, Chips, Care
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Sugerg
Points +33
First ever fish n chips - Edit
The vegan fish fillet and chips was very good. Fillet was crispy and comes with choose of vegan sauce- vegan mayo was good. Chips good as well.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-06-24
Pros: Vegan variety, Staff knowledgeable , Taste good
Cons: Vegan “Milkshake” more like just milk
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lawriecorner
Points +592
Great find! - Edit
In a panic after the place I thoroughly researched had closed their kitchen early, I quickly found this place via Happy Cow. Absolutely fantastic find! Has its own vegan menu. The staff were a delight and removed my anxiety by constantly saying vegan when talking to me about my order. The battered sausages were small but delicious (so order extra). Chips weren't the best chippy chips but certainly not a disappointment either.
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KatieGill123
Points +650
What a gem! - Edit
Stumbled on this place, expected just to get chips, but they have a whole seperate vegan menu! Sausage and chips was an absolute steal at £4.40. Chips weren't the best chippy chips I've ever had but sausage was amazing. Friendly staff, I'd come here again.
Read morePros: Tasty food & lots of options, Good value, Friendly staff
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bethracklyeft
Points +110
Seaside chippy with good vegan options - Edit
Popped in on a recommendation from a friend & we weren’t disappointed. We ate in the restaurant & I had their Moving Mountains hotdog with chips & curry sauce and my husband had their ‘chicken’ tikka. All in all a pretty decent meal!
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ChrisNicol
Points +37
Classic chippy w/great vegan options - Edit
Lots of greasy spoon options for vegans. I had the hot dog and chips and it was exactly what I was hoping for. Lots of desert options for vegans too.
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Drosophila
Points +96
Not exactly what we expected. - Edit
Extensive vegan menu. Chatty staff. Falafel particularly underwhelming: deep fried falafel balls on chips. No hummus (contrary to menu). Veggie buger ok. Veggie lasagne was nice, as was vegan hotpot with sliced potato.
Read morePros: Staff pleasant, Veggie lasgne, Impressive menu
Cons: Disappointing falafel, Chips were tasteless
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Neferure
Points +250
Brilliant chippy with large vegan and GF menu. - Edit
Oh, how i have long missed out on the chippy experience since my local stopped doing vegan things. This was everything you could wish for to fulfil that seaside chippy need.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-04-16
Pros: Menu, Price, Local beers
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Kwacky
Points +517
Extensive vegan menu! - Edit
I wasn’t expecting such a range of vegan options but there is a full page for the vegan menu as well as a separate dessert section 😱🤩
Read moreI had the hot dog with curry sauce and vegan garlic mayo. Portion size was big, the chips were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, the hot dog was a moving mountains hot dog and the brioche and fried onions were delicious too. The curry sauce was very nice to go with everything!
I always love finding vegan chippy options (I don’t tend to have unless I’m on holiday now where there’s more options) Barnacles did not disappoint!
Unfortunately didn’t have room for dessert 🥲
Pros: Choices, Dessert choices, Portion sizes & taste
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Slotheeneedscoffee
Points +318
Vegan fish and chips + the best curry sauce! - Edit
Thought we'd only be able to get chips as a vegan option, was blown away by the choice and separate vegan menu! We got the fishless fingers and chips, curry sauce, and onion rings. So delicious and the onion rings were freshly made rather than the mashed ones fish and chip places often serve. The curry sauce was one of the best we've had. Would love to come back and try the other vegan options!💗
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-03-17
Pros: Delicious, Great curry sauce
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FinnersFinnegan
Points +169
I would eat here every day if I could - Edit
Had fishless fingers and chips the first day, and hot dog and chips the second, followed by raspberry and frangipan tart.
Read moreIt's a chippy restaurant, with chippy through adjoining doors. Lots of historic pics of Llandudno on the walls, but the youthful staff keep it fresh. They can't do enough for you.
Vegan menu has its own page which is SO mucg easier, and so much choice!!
Loos for customers aren't wheelchair friendly, and the entrance is a bit tight if you're on wheels too, but they do have outside seating.
I just love Barnacles!
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LottiePlotty
Points +523
Fishless fingers & chips - Edit
The place caters for vegans and acknowledges we exist, good for them.
Read moreI decided to take away this time, to eat by the sea. Nice chippy chips!
Pros: Choice, Friendly staff
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gempon
Points +892
What a find! - Edit
Discovered Barnacles after recently moving to the area and have been back twice since. They have a whole vegan menu and genuinely the best veggie/ vegan chip shop chips I've ever had. My absolute fave in Llandudno. Lovely staff and speedy service too.
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ayoung15
Points +2131
Wish I could go back - Edit
I was amazed by the separate vegan menu they had. Couldn’t believe it. They were very knowledgeable too about the vegan options and I am not 100% sure but it seemed they cooked it separately.
Read moreWe got a battered sausage and chips. They apologised for the sausage being small but we were so happy they had something for us we didn’t bother. Chips were lovely and so was the things we tried on the menu.
I will definitely visit again when I am back to Llandudno!
Guest
ffigan
Points +7337
Extremely Vegan Friendly Chippy! - Edit
Note: Visited 15.09.24. Updated review 08.11.24 to correct grammar mistakes.
Read moreBarnacles are infamous among vegans in North Wales as they make a real effort to cater to vegans. The chippy is divided into a restaurant and takeaway, and during my visit, I decided to sit in. There are variations between menus, so please check both before visiting. Menus can be found on Happy Cow and Google. I have attached pictures of the restaurant menu in this post.
The vegan menu is contained within the menu booklet handed to me by an incredibly lovely waiter (I didn't catch her name, but she deserves a special mention) and there was also a vegan special on during my visit. There is no separate vegan drinks menu, but within the standard drinks menu, vegan drinks are labelled (such as milkshakes and wines). I had the Chocolate Milkshake, which was honestly pretty poor as it had not blended with any ice cream. To eat, I had the Falafel with Chips, Onion Rings, and Vegan Garlic Mayo as a dip. The portions were good, and I really enjoyed the food. I was surprised by how nice the falafel was, considering we were in a fish and chip shop, and the onion rings, although not much to look at, were very tasty! I was too stuffed for dessert, but they had a good selection, and I will perhaps have something the next time I sit in. I am also keen to try some things from their takeaway menu; especially their battered sausages!
Barnacles is a great spot for vegans who are after a chippy with a large selection and respect for their lifestyle. Get yourself down there to enjoy a warm welcome in a laid-back atmosphere!
Updated from previous review on 2024-11-08
Pros: Loads of Vegan Options, Seperate Vegan Fryer, Vegan Mains, Sides, Specials, Desserts and Drinks, Lovely Staff, Non Chippy Vegan Options Too
Cons: Milkshake Could Be Better
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KasiaMalBoro
Points +78
Nice traditional cafe - Edit
Great spot for traditional chippy lunch. It won’t knock your socks off, but it’s perfectly fine for a filling meal after a Beachwalk. They have plenty of vegan options in their vegan menu.
Read moreAlso options for children.
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Luu&Add
Points +632
Really impressed - Edit
I was really impressed to see a full vegan menu and a seperate gluten free menu! It's rare to find , especially in places like a chippy. The chips were really good too! Definitely would visit again, next time we're in Llandudno.
Read morePros: Full vegan menu, Friendly staff, Good food
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LettuceMuncher
Points +2044
Never judge a book by it's cover! - Edit
I went in here on spec and was amazed to see a dedicated vegan menu. I ordered the lentil and red pepper soup which comes with bread & butter. Unfortunately the butter was dairy and there was no vegan alternative. However the soup was delicious.
Read moreThis isn't the sort of cafe I would usually call into but I saw outside the sign which said vegan and vegetarian options. What a delightful surprise to discover a good choice of vegan options.
There is outdoor seating available, although it's on the pavement with plenty of passes by so not particularly pleasant unless it's a quiet sunny day. But it is Llandudno so beware of the seagulls!
Updated from previous review on 2024-10-21
Pros: Dedicated vegan menu
Guest
MartinCroft
Points +112
Great vegan options - Edit
Have a seperate Vegan menu with lots of choices. Nice to find a chippy with so many options. Chips were really great as well.
Read morePros: Choices , Food
Cons: Not the cheapest to sit in
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Stuart_Ullman
Points +16
Awesome vegan chippy - Edit
Amazing vegan menu.
Read moreStaff very helpful.
Recommended
Pros: Great menu, Friendly staff, Good location
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jochad
Points +70
Great chip and battered sausage with curry sauce - Edit
Chips cooked separately
Read morecan eat in or take out
Also do burgers and hotdogs have a small vegan meal 😁
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Zogga
Points +66
Disappointing - Edit
I think I must have caught Barnacles on a bad day after seeing all the good reviews here. I had a vegan burger, which was dry and tasteless. The chips weren't great either. I appreciate that they have a separate vegan section, but it didn't taste good for me, I'm afraid.
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Amyyyyy
Points +4298
Vegan - Edit
Great options! Vegan food is cooked to order so let them know at the start that you want vegan food. Hot, fresh & tasty food. Staff are brill.
Read moreThe pickled onions and gherkins are not worth the price!
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KayParry
Points +682
Favourite chippy - Edit
The staff are lovely when you eat in or take away, plenty of vegan options to choose from, and the curry sauce is 👌🏼definitely recommend! They also serve doggy ice cream
Read morePros: Variety within the menu, Dog friendly , Staff are brill!
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