Came here since I was a kid love this place can’t ever go wrong having this for lunch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Diana Chang
Penguin Fish & Chips is a true local gem!
We came for the seafood and left OBSESSED. This spot has been around for decades and you can feel the old-school charm the moment you walk in. The interior is clean, cozy, and no-frills — exactly what you’d expect from a longtime neighborhood favorite. There’s a nostalgic diner vibe, with friendly staff and steady regulars grabbing their go-to orders.
We went big with the COMBO platter and it did not disappoint: 🔥 5 crispy fish fillets — each piece golden, flaky, and piping hot 🦪 1 giant jar oyster — tender, briny, and fried to perfection 🦐 6 jumbo shrimp — juicy, snappy, and delicious 🌊 2 golden scallops — buttery and lightly crisp on the outside
And the sides? A throwback dream — creamy coleslaw, classic potato salad, and nostalgic macaroni salad that tastes like summer picnics.
If you’re craving classic, no-nonsense seafood done right, Penguin is the spot. Come hungry and bring a friend — the portions are huge!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brookell Barber
They have the best fried fish in Los Angeles hands down. I’m not too happy that they have raised the prices but like I said they have the best fried fish and shrimp and I’ve tried so many places. They do need to renovate the inside for diners.
This place is very consistent with the food. The food is delicious either without salt or not overly salted with salt. Prices are fair for the economy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
London LUCAS
Great fish 🐟
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Jeanell VanDusen
I ordered the Red Snapper dinner via Doordash, and damn, that was delicious!
Food: 5
E O
Fish either has too much seasoning or not enough seasoning
Norman TinMan Robinson
The fish n chips were pretty good from this location. I'll take photos next time. The sweet potato pie was solid as well.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish, Hush Puppies, French Fries
Eva S
Great service, awesome people and man, I do love the seasoning on the fresh fish. Thank you guys!! 🥳 now go and get us some red drum or red snappers to fry it whole sir.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish, French Fries
Mr Fiu
It’s what you want in a fish and chip shop. Well priced, volume, fresh and a vibe. Jumbo shrimp, fries and red snapper are gas (must order). Staff are great! If you’re looking for a fancy spot, expand your horizons. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Red Snapper Shrimp Combo, Jumbo Shrimp Dinner, Red Snapper, Fish, French Fries
Food was good. Red snapper and Shrimp served with lits if fries. One order is enough for two and a cat too. Service was good. Ambiance is one star.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Red Snapper Shrimp Combo, Red Snapper
WILL JOHNSON
Large portions and great tasting food. Friendly staff and reasonable prices.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Red Snapper Shrimp Combo, Scallops, Red Snapper, 3pc Red Snapper Meal w 3 Medium Shrimp Meal, Fish, Filet of Sole
Bryan Lasane
It's an ok place but honestly Charlie's down the street is better
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
Lanitra Williams
Consistently delicious and great service too!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Red Snapper Shrimp Combo
Darlene “Dee” Villareal
So I found out about this spot by my co-worker Kathy. She's been eating here since the place opened. I have been here twice and it's yummy. They are friendly and clean. Fast service and it's fresh.
Came here since I was a kid love this place can’t ever go wrong having this for lunch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Penguin Fish & Chips is a true local gem!
We came for the seafood and left OBSESSED. This spot has been around for decades and you can feel the old-school charm the moment you walk in. The interior is clean, cozy, and no-frills — exactly what you’d expect from a longtime neighborhood favorite. There’s a nostalgic diner vibe, with friendly staff and steady regulars grabbing their go-to orders.
We went big with the COMBO platter and it did not disappoint:
🔥 5 crispy fish fillets — each piece golden, flaky, and piping hot
🦪 1 giant jar oyster — tender, briny, and fried to perfection
🦐 6 jumbo shrimp — juicy, snappy, and delicious
🌊 2 golden scallops — buttery and lightly crisp on the outside
And the sides? A throwback dream — creamy coleslaw, classic potato salad, and nostalgic macaroni salad that tastes like summer picnics.
If you’re craving classic, no-nonsense seafood done right, Penguin is the spot. Come hungry and bring a friend — the portions are huge!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
They have the best fried fish in Los Angeles hands down. I’m not too happy that they have raised the prices but like I said they have the best fried fish and shrimp and I’ve tried so many places. They do need to renovate the inside for diners.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish, Hush Puppies, Orange Roughy, Fried Shrimp, French Fries, Jumbo Shrimp Dinner, pcs Jumbo Shrimp, Catfish and Fries, Filet Whiting Lunch
This place is very consistent with the food. The food is delicious either without salt or not overly salted with salt. Prices are fair for the economy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great fish 🐟
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
I ordered the Red Snapper dinner via Doordash, and damn, that was delicious!
Food: 5
Fish either has too much seasoning or not enough seasoning
The fish n chips were pretty good from this location. I'll take photos next time. The sweet potato pie was solid as well.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish, Hush Puppies, French Fries
Great service, awesome people and man, I do love the seasoning on the fresh fish. Thank you guys!! 🥳 now go and get us some red drum or red snappers to fry it whole sir.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish, French Fries
It’s what you want in a fish and chip shop. Well priced, volume, fresh and a vibe. Jumbo shrimp, fries and red snapper are gas (must order). Staff are great! If you’re looking for a fancy spot, expand your horizons. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Red Snapper Shrimp Combo, Jumbo Shrimp Dinner, Red Snapper, Fish, French Fries
Restaurantji Recommends
Food was good. Red snapper and Shrimp served with lits if fries. One order is enough for two and a cat too. Service was good. Ambiance is one star.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Red Snapper Shrimp Combo, Red Snapper
Large portions and great tasting food. Friendly staff and reasonable prices.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Red Snapper Shrimp Combo, Scallops, Red Snapper, 3pc Red Snapper Meal w 3 Medium Shrimp Meal, Fish, Filet of Sole
It's an ok place but honestly Charlie's down the street is better
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
Consistently delicious and great service too!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Red Snapper Shrimp Combo
So I found out about this spot by my co-worker Kathy. She's been eating here since the place opened. I have been here twice and it's yummy. They are friendly and clean. Fast service and it's fresh.
Parking: Parking is across from them
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Red Snapper, Fish
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