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Take-out
British
Gluten-free
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Fish and chips shop which uses a separate fryer for vegan and gluten free items. Fried vegan options include tofish (tofu in batter), scallops and chips and all sides including curry sauce and gravy are vegan and gluten free. One of a few branches. Open Mon 10:30-22:30, Tue-Sat 11:30-22:30. Closed Sun.
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Added by MichelleSandham on 25 Oct 2021
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24 Reviews
First Review by MichelleSandham
Bintuwrongen
Points +32
Papa but not daddy - Edit
Nice to see a vegan option and the curry sauce was good but not really what we were hoping for.
Read moreMaybe we were there on a bad day but the vibes were a bit off and they told us it was shut when it wasn't
Updated from previous review on 2025-10-19
Guest
BradBlake
Points +50
Great food but long waits - Edit
We had tofish and chips with beans, mushy peas and a slice of bread with no butter. Plus apple juice and water.
Read moreThe other vegan option was a cauliflower pie (which we didn't get).
The tofish was great and chips were beautiful. Mushy peas were dry and apple juice was 100% watered down!
Overall, it was quite expensive and the service was very poor... over an hour wait for food. But, when it came, the tofish and chips were great.
Would visit again.
Pros: Tofish and chips, Location
Cons: Long wait time
Guest
LoVe20
Points +2062
Yay for chippy chips! - Edit
So nice to have a couple of vegan main options on the menu, plus some of the sides clearly labelled, too.
Read moreHad the tofish and chips with a side of mushy peas. This was very nice.
A little pricey, I thought for what it was, but I was still happy to pay it for a vegan chippy option when in town for the theatre/special occasion.
Shame they don't have any vegan desserts, though!
A strange little observation, normally I use a lot of vinegar on my chips, so much so that you can feel it in your eyeballs 🤣 but I did put a lot on and it wasn't very strong!
Guest
MarkGillatt
Points +93
Great Chippy Option - Edit
Bang on the Central Promenade and obviously take their vegan options seriously. Everyone mentions the Tofish but consider the Cauliflower pie too. Sides of peas, beans, mushy peas and curry all marked vegan too.
Read morePros: The Tofish, Clearly marked Vegan and Vegetarian options, Over 60s discount
Cons: Could do with a vegan pudding. Ice Cream maybe?, Over 60s discount not on vegan options. Haggle!
Guest
sleepyeyesack
Points +32
My first tofu fish, would go again! - Edit
Has a decent amount of vegan options, the tofish is amazing, chips could be a little better but the vegan sauces more than make up for it; yum!
Read morePros: Tofish!, Fresh food, Cozy atmosphere
Guest
theresamk
Points +39
Great vegan chippy option! - Edit
Had Tofuish and chips with mushy peas from the takeaway bar at the side to go eat on the promenade. The chips and batter were great and traditional chippy style. The tofu was bland, previously I've had fake fish where there is a layer of seaweed in there too which would have worked well. Not the cheapest place either but overall was happy with what I had, would go again!
Read morePros: Great chips , Great batter, Pretty quick service
Cons: Lack of flavour with tofu , Slightly high price
Guest
DaveNu
Points +177
First time, won't be the last - Edit
Delicious Tofish and chips with mushy peas. Daughter had chips & curry sauce. Washed down with a pint of Guinness. Great service and a reasonable price.
Read moreThey also had a vegan pie on the menu.
Will go again 👍
Updated from previous review on 2024-09-06
Cons: Tofish could be wrapped in seaweed
Guest
Asha_Nat
Points +46
Poor Service - Edit
Very poor service. They got the order wrong, then served the mushy peas and curry sauce ages after the tofish and chips. The mushy peas were cold and when they were sent back they were not replaced. When I later asked for them the waitress tutted loudly, and rolled her eyes as if I was the problem. It's a shame the service was so poor because the food itself was pretty good.
Read moreCons: Poor service, Cold Food
Guest
Clclapham24
Points +560
Solid vegan option(s) - Edit
We had the tofuish and chips, with curry sauce, and it was the real deal. Proper ‘fish’ and chips - and the place was dog friendly too! It was £33 for two mains, two sides, and two soft drinks. They also had a cauliflower & spinach pie which was vegan.
Read morePros: Dog friendly, Clean, Friendly staff
Guest
Jenzibar
Points +1219
Tofish and chips - Edit
Really enjoyed the tofish. Batter was lovely and crispy. Chips were chunky traditional chippy chips. I ordered mushy peas and curry sauce too and they were really tasty. The curry sauce had a rich fruitiness to it. It was great to be able to have an equalivalent dish to my Omni friend. I'd definitely recommend Papa's to anyone visiting Blackpool 👌
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Sanwin
Points +395
Vegan tofish - Edit
So yes they had a vegan option. But it wasn't the best. If I went again I'd just get beans & chips and save a fortune.
Read moreCons: Served on a cold plate, Garden peas served in water
Guest
gongonindisguise
Points +43
Amazing service, and a great vegan option! - Edit
I am so impressed with Papa's. First of all, the service was absolutely incredible, the staff were incredibly friendly and efficient. Even though it was a busy Saturday night, they maintained a great, helpful attitude.
Read moreA lot of reviews I have seen were unsure on the vegan "Tofish and Chips" and honestly, again, it was amazing.
The batter of the tofu was amazing, while the tofu itself wasn't seasoned I don't think it needed it, the batter brought enough flavour and was really crispy, the chips were also great.
If you're iffy about tofu then maybe it's not for you, but I'd recommend trying it anyway even just for the batter.
Would really recommend the place, the only thing stopping me from a 5 star is price and the tofu could have been brought up with a layer of seaweed.
Guest
amandacapitals
Points +373
Great option in Blackpool - Edit
Nice to be able to have a chippy with my family and not just have chips. Staff were friendly, was really busy but didn’t wait long for food and it was delicious!
Read moreI got the tofish and chips with a side of curry sauce and mushy peas - yum yum 😋
Think there was a vegan pie as well
Pros: Nice food, Friendly staff
Guest
Hevva
Points +25
Staff don't know menu - Edit
I went to the takeaway bit rather than the restaurant. There was no menu. Asked him if he had Tofish. He said yes and asked me if I would like gluten free chips as well. I said no.. he looked a bit surprised. Paid and checked receipt - it clearly stated Tofish.
Read moreHe handed me over a box with chips and what looked like battered fish on top. I double checked with him if it was Tofish and he looked down at it and assured me it was and was cooked in a separate fryer. These days things that are vegan look more and more like the real thing so I accepted what he said as what more could I ask?
Well, I should have made it clear I wanted battered Tofu. Because lo and behold it was fish. I think he thought Tofish was just gluten free fish? Was odd.
He clearly knew I had asked for Tofish as he put it on the receipt. If it was a case of him picking up the wrong dish, then that's still an issue.
Pros: Staff were friendly at least
Cons: Did not give me a vegan option which I ordered
Guest
MissCazmataz
Points +57
Vegan Fish & Chips by the sea - Edit
Nice to find a vegan option and easy to read allergens menu showing a lot of sides are vegan too. Also do Halloumi for veggies. Now just needs a vegan dessert!
Read moreGuest
eskelding
Points +289
Tofish and Chips!! - Edit
Battered tofu and chips with mushy peas, gravy and curry sauce (all vegan and gluten free), pretty good and nice to have a seaside tea 🌊😊 long queues and waited a while for takeaway as they go and make the tofu dish fresh. Be prepared it is just batter and tofu - I enjoyed it but if tofu isn’t your thing then you’ll think it’s plain
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-10-16
Pros: Good vegan option, Sauces , Yum
Cons: Expensive, Long wait
Guest
tizpot
Points +131
Avoid unless only option - Edit
Reviews led me to believe this was a good choice. Food took an hour to arrive and sides were not included until asked for.
Read morePoor hygiene (hair with chips)
However, the 'tofish' option was tofu battered and fried with no attempt to make it 'fishy' as most other restaurants do.
If it is your only option then it is edible but overall I would not recommend it.
Pros: A vegan option
Cons: Poor service, Poor hygiene, Unappetising
Guest
DangerMolotow-Anjach
Points +87
Ok - Edit
We went there and had the tofish and chips. All in all everything was nice. Staff really friendly, place modern an tidy. Price totally ok. Size of servings really good. But the Tofish was literally cutted plain Tofu pieces in batter. We had to ad a lot of salt lemon and Ketchup. But nice kind of basic fastfood.
Read moreGuest
olivia123
Points +309
Delicious tofish - Edit
Lovely chips and good vegan options!
Read morePros: Gluten free and vegan options , Lovely staff, Takeaway and eat in choices
Cons: Side portions could be bigger , Cleaner tables outside
Guest
sparky_vegan269
Points +243
Disappointment - Edit
I was looking forward to visiting this place as they had the option of vegan fish and chips.
Read moreThe menu listed Tofish and chips.
The service was great and the place was clean and well presented.
The food arrived, which I had tofish, chips, gravy and mushy peas.
The tofish was just cubes of silken tofu deep fried in batter. And as all vegans will understand, unless tofu is prepared and flavoured, the tofu is rather bland and tasteless. Which in this case, it was.
The chips are vegan friendly as they do fry separately from meat and fish products. And the gravy is also vegan friendly.
elvegato
I was just about to head there and order the tofish but silken tofu makes me really sick so I’m glad I saw this review! Thank you
Read moreGuest
FrancescaBarnes
Points +152
Nice - Edit
Tofish & chips was very nice. Good portion with included side salad. Friendly staff and clean toilets.
Read moreGuest
ElaineThomas
Points +26
Perfect! - Edit
Really lovely attentive staff, so helpful and reassuring. I had the vegan pie with chippy chips and peas, it was delicious.
Read moreI would highly recommend and can’t wait to go back!
Pros: Delicious food, Staff, Big portions
Cons: None
Guest
andygoodhandUK
Points +13
Papas Fish and chips amazing quality for vegan and vegetarian. - Edit
I was surprised that find that they have introduced a new vegan options to their menu,
Read moreA spiced cauliflower, lentil and spinach pie with chips and garden peas
Tasted amazing too 😋 #Veganuary
Pros: New vegan options including a pie, Separate cooking area for vegan food, Team are amazing and friendly
Cons: Can get very busy
Guest
MichelleSandham
Points +28
Best vegan and gluten free 'tofish' and chips in Blackpool - Edit
We noticed this place be chance when passing and tried the takeaway. The staff were very helpful and explained that all the sides were vegan and gluten free and they use separate fryers. The chips were delicious so we returned the following week to try the restaurant. Again, very friendly staff. The portion size was great, four pieces of battered tofu and a large portion of chips and the sides (curry, gravy and mushy peas) were delicious. There is plenty of gluten free options also which was a bonus for me, and even the vinegar is gluten free.
Read morePros: Tasty melt in the mouth tofish , Gluten free and separate fryers, All sides are vegan
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