About Captain John Donlands Fish & Chips

If you are searching for a relaxed seafood spot in East York, Captain John Donlands Fish & Chips is the kind of place that quickly grabs your attention. Located on Donlands Avenue, this local seafood restaurant has built a reputation for serving comforting fish and chips in a simple, welcoming setting. The atmosphere feels casual and easygoing, which makes it a great option for lunch, dinner, or even a quick bite during a busy day. Whether you are stopping by alone or bringing friends and family, the restaurant has a friendly neighborhood feel that keeps people coming back.

One thing that stands out about Captain John Donlands Fish & Chips is how convenient the dining experience is. Some visitors prefer to sit down and enjoy a freshly prepared meal in the dine-in area, while others like using the takeout or delivery options when they want seafood at home. The service is usually quick, so it works well for anyone craving something filling without waiting too long. Because of that, the restaurant appeals to both regular locals and first-time visitors exploring East York.

The menu focuses on classic seafood favorites, giving customers the kind of hearty comfort food they expect from a traditional fish and chips restaurant. Crispy battered fish paired with golden fries creates the perfect balance of texture and flavor. At the same time, the laid-back vibe makes the experience feel unpretentious and enjoyable. Captain John Donlands Fish & Chips offers a reliable spot for seafood lovers who appreciate simple meals made for casual dining and quick, satisfying bites.

Many people also appreciate the convenient location at 373 Donlands Ave, making it easy to reach whether you live nearby or are passing through the area. The combination of approachable service, comforting seafood dishes, and flexible service options gives the restaurant a welcoming charm that feels genuinely local.

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Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Delivery

+ Onsite services

+ Takeout

+ Dine-in

Popular for

Popular for

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair accessible entrance

Offerings

Offerings

+ Quick bite

Dining options

Dining options

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

Amenities

Amenities

+ Restroom

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

Payments

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

Children

Children

+ Good for kids

Parking

Parking

+ Free street parking

+ Paid street parking

+ Parking

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Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 11:30 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 11:30 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Thursday: 11:30 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Friday: 11:30 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Saturday: 11:30 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
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+1 416-422-3474

373 Donlands Ave, East York, ON M4J 3S2, Canada

Reviews

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We have fish & chips once in a while, and this quaint retro place has been around for some years. We enjoyed a reasonably price platter. Quick friendly service, thank you.

- S. K. Lee -

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I'm very pleased and happy that I ordered a mouth watering delicacy of fish and chips for my mother and I at this prestigious restaurant!!! I appreciate firstly and foremostly the way everything was packed so neatly, clean and tidy, edible and safely... Secondly, I was surprised to find that the portions were heavily packed and generous in the offerings ... Mom and I ate half of our fish and chips each, the haddock with the fries, coleslaw and tarter sauce... I also very much appreciate the cutlery, stapled paperbag marked (8lbs) knowing I'm getting more than enough and for the Uber driver to handle with care due to the weight which he did... The meal was special, tasty, tantalizing our taste buds, while we watched a Michael Jackson documentary... A spectacular feast... Could serve 4 persons instead of 2 or like mom and I we will have the rest tomorrow again for dinner ... Thank you so much for treating your customers with significant care and acknowledgement. I really appreciate your time, service and delicious fish dinner that was delivered to us in a timely manner... Being a satisfied customer I will recommend your business and surely will shop again in the future another night when I'm craving Captain John Donland's Fish & chips . Sincerely, Carol and Ebony

- Miss Ebony N. N. Bridges -

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Love this place! I've been here twice for takeout already (and attached photos from each order). Got the 5 piece halibut family pack with fish, chips, housemade tartar sauce and coleslaw the first time, and got the 10 piece haddock family pack (fish, chips, sauce and coleslaw) and some onion rings the second time. If you don't know your fish (like me), halibut is more firm, haddock is more flaky. Both were absolutely delicious! Light, crispy batter, great quality fish. Each time, we walked over, ordered there and then walked around until it was ready, and then walked back with our food. Even after a 20minute walk in snow, wind and -11°C weather, food was still hot and crispy when we got home! Their housemade tartar sauce and coleslaw are so good, we're definitely going to grab extra next time. There was a bit of a wait each time to pick up around rush hour since there's usually only 2 people working hard frying, packing and taking orders. But the owners are super friendly and considering the line out the door from locals and 3rd party delivery, it really says something about the quality of the food.

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