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Digby's Restaurant - Kanata

Restaurant Seafood restaurant

Specializing in fish 'n' chips, this casual eatery also offers burgers, wings & sandwiches. People often mention fish, chips, good, ordered, great, menu, fries, restaurant, recommend, nice,


Address

300 Earl Grey Dr, Kanata, ON K2T 1B6, Canada

Website

www.digbysrestaurant.com

Contact

+1 613-599-9800

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (436 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: 3 to 9:30 pm
  • Tuesday: 11 am to 3 pm
  • Wednesday: 11 am to 12 pm
  • Thursday: 11 am to 1 pm
  • Friday: 11 am to 3 pm
  • Saturday: 11 am to 2:30 pm
  • Sunday: 12 pm to 2 am

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: fish (38) chips (22) good (12) ordered (10) great (10) menu (10) fries (10) restaurant (10) recommend (9) nice (8)
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  • 5/5 Shakif 1 year ago on Google • 76 reviews
    Amazing food and lovely staff. Loved our experience there. The couple next to our table liked the fish and chip so much they ordered extra fish and ended up having 16 pieces of fish! Tip: ask the staff what kind of fish is the best for Fish and Chips they will recommend based on how fishy (smell and taste) you want it to be. The food is Halal as well.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kristi E. 2 years ago on Google
    I walked in, I ordered fish and chips meal. Within 5 minutes my order was ready to take away. The lady was very nice. The food was delicious except no fork.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Salman S. 4 years ago on Google • 84 reviews
    The place has a great ambience inside and a big seating area. Certainly family friendly. Staff is very pleasant and helpful as well. We had various items from the menu including haddock fish and chips, double burger and a couple of items from the kids menu. The fish and chips are nothing spectacular but it's certainly enjoyable; the batter is thin and crispy and not oily. The portion size of the kids menu is really for adults; kids eat free on Sundays by the way. All the items are served with fries so I would recommend changing the side options to avoid having a fries bonanza at the end. The popcorn shrimps and jalapeno poppers were amazing.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Nathalie V. 1 year ago on Google • 70 reviews
    This place has great food. Decor is a bit outdated but there is a beautiful ocean mural on the walls creating a nice atmosphere. The fish was very generously portioned. The club was slightly on the dry side, needs a bit more sauce.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aj M. 8 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    We have been here twice. Both times the haddock and chips have been spot on. My other half is more of a seafood fan then I am. The 1st time we were here she had shrimp and this time she had the whole tilapia. Destiny was very attentive. We will be back again.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chelsie 2 years ago on Google
    Went here with my mother, it is a very nice little restaurant. Food was delicious and the waitress was super nice. Would recommend and I would love to come back!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rushnan A. 5 months ago on Google • 8 reviews
    Just had their haddock club sandwich and shrimp sub with a side of wedges and sweet potato fries. Cannot complain. Food was too good.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anly 1 year ago on Google
    Fresh fish n chips. Delicious tasting cod with a perfect crisp. Fries very good too. We loved the popcorn shrimp and calamari, also. Definitely will be back to try other fish and other menu items. Lovely server. Funny enough I enjoyed watching reruns of There's Company while having lunch.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 johnathan w. 5 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    We've been eating digbys fish and chips for over two years. Had mainly positive experiences with them. However that all changed tonight. We ordered a 10 piece family meal of Cod. They told us to come pick up in 25 minutes and we ended up waiting an additional 20. We always get the cod so we know what to expect. All the pieces were cut in half which they never do. We had 13 half pieces which equals 6.5 full pieces. When we noticed my sister phoned which we only did because we ordered just enough food if they were full pieces. She asked to speak to a manager, who kept repeating they were full filets. As though we haven't ordered this 100 times and know what to expect. He said they always come like that and proceeded to argue with her. No offer to have us come pick up the remaining fish or any kind of acknowledgment or apology of any kind. Anyways you can judge for yourself by the picture if that's a full filet..
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lijenny Y. 6 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Food was amazing especially the salmon fish and chips which my son LOVED.The fries were really crispy also the onion rings. Also the chicken wing were really good and bursting with flavor if you add sauces.great restaurant. Should really recommend.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Fatema 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious food and great service! Portions were very generous. Our waiter was wonderful - thank you Destiny :)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Abdurahmaan S. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent restaurant. The lady at the front was polite and answered my questions concisely and helped me choose what I was going to eat. While I was waiting, one of the chefs named Dan came out to keep me company and we struck up a good conversation. He was extremely nice and offered to cook for me next time I was in. The food itself was stellar. Well worth it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Patricia M. 2 years ago on Google
    Being from Nova Scotia originally, I have had a difficult time finding a decent Fish and Chip place is Ontario. We have been disappointed many times. But those days are over! We ordered from Digbys in Kanata and although they are 36 Km’s from where we live, I will go no where else from now on. The haddock family pack was the perfect size for our family of 5. The Fish was crispy and delicious. Lots of fries. The coleslaw was not overburdened with mayo like some places, and the tartar was delightful. All in all we definitely give Digbys a 10 out of 10. I would have added a photo, but we were so happy with the meal that by the time we thought about, there was nothing left to photograph. Thanks Digbys. You made our day, with many more to come!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sami 10 months ago on Google
    Digby’s is a true gem for halal food enthusiasts, especially those craving mouthwatering fish and chips. The warm ambiance, friendly staff, and impeccable flavors make it a must-visit. The fish is perfectly cooked with a light and crispy batter, while the chips are golden and fluffy. Their commitment to halal cuisine without compromising taste is commendable. With affordable prices and a diverse/ customizable menu. If you’re ever in Ottawa, you must visit this place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 sahar s. 9 months ago on Google
    Always good food. Awesome fish and chips and more! It is now 4 months since my last review.We just brought home some fried chicken. The family meal. Oh my goodness! So crispy and good. Amazing and halal!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ian M. 10 months ago on Google
    Fish was incredible, had the salmon and Haddock and both were delicious. The chips were top shelf and the slaw did not disappoint either. Would definitely recommend and will definitely go back myself!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tanvir F. 3 months ago on Google • 16 reviews New
    Amazing place to get fish and chips. In my opinion, they are the best in town. I loved their fish and chips and the beef burger platter. And the wings are something out of this world. This is usually our go to place if we are craving for a quick bite but don’t have a preference. Servers are always friendly with a smile, and brother Ali is a great chef. You can give them a try!

  • 4/5 Sidra A. 3 months ago on Google • 7 reviews New
    The service was amazing there, and the food was very fresh! We went out for dinner to try mainly their fish & chips, but ended up getting a couple of other items too - some popcorn shrimp (it was alright), their grilled chicken with caesar salad (fell in love with this & the slightly charred pieces gave a touch of BBQ!) & also some chicken tenders (not our favorite - seemed a little overdone, but tasted fine). The manager there - Destiny, was very good at being able to accommodate us as we wanted some kind of a spicy sauce or powder that we can sprinkle onto our food. She was able to get us a spice mix & also some hot sauce which enhanced the taste of the fish & chips - we got haddock fish. They give you very large portions - we had leftovers for lunch the next day, & they are very generous overall. We were impressed & will probably be going back soon. What helps is that it is a completely halal restaurant, so no concerns of cross contamination here Al-humdulillah. And the cherry on top was that they had reruns of FRIENDS playing! We went back for round # 2 a couple weeks later for a snack & we delighted once again!

  • 5/5 W. S. 10 months ago on Google
    In a city where F and C restaurants have all but disappeared, (exception Red Lobster), Digby's is a gem. Quality of our haddock and fries was excellent. Freshly prepared, crispy, not oily. Small side of coleslaw typical. Server was friendly and timely. Lemon pie had to be made there as the crust was like home made. We live in south east Ottawa, but we'll return. Good value for money. Prices in line with quantity provided.

  • 4/5 Ric H. 2 years ago on Google
    Service : 5 stars. Wonderful waitress; I was very impressed with the service provided. Food: 4 stars. The fish was excellent, and portions are very generous. The fries were very good, but they were not chips. There is a difference and it is important when talking about fish and chips. The clam chowder tasted quite good but there were not a lot of clams. This is clam chowder so I am expecting to be overwhelmed by clams. Overall, an excellent meal, at very reasonable prices.

  • 5/5 Nabeel A. 2 years ago on Google
    I have ordered from this restaurant a couple of times a week. Everything so far that we have tried on the menu is amazing, but my favorite is the classic burger platter. I highly recommend for anyone to order or visit this gem.

  • 4/5 Val E. 2 years ago on Google
    Enjoyed a great fish 🐟 and chips lunch today at Digby's. It was piping hot🔥and generous sized portion. We opted for the haddock today but I love how they have numerous options of fish. Waitress was friendly and very attentive of us. We started with the clam chowder, it was a huge bowl but the broth was not flavorable enough for us and not a whole lot of clams but for the price, it still gets a 3/5 ✅ COVID PRECAUTIONS were followed properly and there were only three other patrons in the restaurant. Lots of pick ups for taking home. I was really surprised at the great prices throughout the menu... a $2.99 slice of 🍎 apple 🥧 pie!! Awesome! We will be back! 👍

  • 4/5 Sarah B. 1 year ago on Google
    Recommend paying $6 more to get cod instead of Alaskan pollock for your fish & chips, it's much nicer. Had classic fries and they were nice and crispy. Came with a slice of lemon, a side of coleslaw and +1 piece of fish The chicken sub with garlic sauce was good - for the price, I'd recommend just getting shawarma, but this is the closest thing in Kanata Centrum The pecan pie tasted good but didn't look like the menu photo. Glad I only ordered one to share There is no uniform here so staff are very casual in the summer. It has a diner vibe, so don't expect a fancy restaurant. Would have been nice if they kept all of the tables clean considering it wasn't busy (only two tables of customers when we arrived), but we just went to the first clean table Food came relatively quickly

  • 5/5 alia k. 1 year ago on Google
    Have been too this restaurant now about 6 times. About two years ago I had lunch at this restaurant and was not impressed with the food or the service. About 7 months ago I thought I would give it another try as I had read some positive reviews. I have been pleasantly surprised that the restaurant has been great. The haddock fish n chips (which I always order) have always been well prepared and not greasy and tough batter. You can also have other food than fish but I recommend that. You can also have other accompaniments with the fish if you don't want fries. (eg mashed potatoes, rice) Josie seems to be the lady that we have dealt with on most of our visits and a great woman, upbeat and pleasant. Will continue to go there

  • 4/5 Tanavush I. 1 year ago on Google
    All you can eat fish & chips. It was delicious. Found the fish a bit more oily. Overall taste was great. The staff is really friendly.

  • 5/5 Maryam 1 year ago on Google
    I dined in with my family tonight... we had a very lovely meal. We all really enjoyed the battered fish ! Very tasty fish with the perfect crispiness !!! Best part was that the menu was completely halal. The owner is very nice and our waitress, Destiny was extremely courteous! Perfect experience... we will definitely visit again !

  • 5/5 Robert s. 2 years ago on Google
    First time randomly walked in for lunch , ordered fish &. Chips with coleslaw, plus the poutine, and a fried jumbo shrimps. Taste really good! Also love the atmosphere there. Will be back there regularly.

  • 5/5 Maya 1 year ago on Google • 2 reviews
    I visited Digby’s for lunch and everything about the experience was fantastic! Our server was extremely friendly and attentive, and the food was delicious! I ordered cod fish and chips, the fish was perfectly cooked with just the right amount of crispiness and the french fries were also crispy and paired well with the fish. They have a large menu with lots of different options as well. Overall a 10/10 experience and I highly recommend Digby’s!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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