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Discover fresh, crispy fish and chips at Winkies, Brightlingsea’s top takeaway. Enjoy light batter, golden chips, friendly service, and great value. Try starters like breaded mushrooms and scampi, paired with select wines for a tasty fast food experience.
Introducing the Menu at Winkies
Winkies, located in Brightlingsea, Colchester, offers a quintessential British fish and chips experience with a menu brimming with classic fast-food delights. Their signature fish features a light, crispy batter that melts in your mouth without any greasiness, paired with golden chips crispy on the outside and fluffy within—an irresistible combination praised by many loyal customers.
The menu extends beyond fish and chips to include a variety of chicken options such as nuggets, strips, and chunks, alongside traditional British staples like sausage in batter and Pukka pies. Families will appreciate the thoughtfully curated children’s menu, including cod, fishfingers, and chicken nuggets, ensuring younger palates are well catered for.
For those seeking a sweet finish, Winkies offers tempting desserts like Knickerbocker Glory, Raspberry Pavlova, and Chocolate Surprise. Service is consistently friendly and attentive, contributing to a warm and inviting atmosphere. Winkies truly stands out for freshly cooked, flavorful food at good value—perfect for a satisfying, no-fuss meal.
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We ate in. Friendly helpful service. Food hot and delicious, batter thin and crispy, and chips golden and crisp outside with soft middle. Very good value. Restaurant (and toilets!) very clean.
Opening hours, the full address and the best way to get there are all on the restaurant page. Booking policies differ from place to place — so call ahead, or simply walk in.