Piggy In The Middle in West Somerset

Best fish & chips my wife and I have had in a while. Perfect potion size, fresh flaky fish with a thin crispy batter and a friendly service.

Staying a week near Porlock, we planned one day where we would have a fish and chips meal. So after our 11 mile walk along the coast, called in to order our meals. We parked outside the shop and despite arriving an hour after the time they open, the door was locked with no-one in site. Looking through the window, all I could see were a collection of paintings, priced for sale. So I phoned the number on the door to see what was going on, as there was no explanation on the door. The lady that answered the phone, said they had just got back from a holiday with no apology for being closed without any indication at the door. What a way to treat your customers!!So we returned to our accommodation for our sandwich supper. Incredible.

The quality of food is very good but you must remember to phone your order through in advance. It's not your traditional chippy but more a restaurant that does take away. The quoted opening times are when you collect and pay (cash only) for your order. You agree the pickup time when you place your order. There's no parking but there is a car park not too far away that is free after 6pm. Oh, did I mention the food is very good? Will definitely order again.

Very friendly staff , ordered our food for 8.40pm and was greeted with a smile , prices were very good considering the quality of the food , 2 large fish n chips , pie n chips ,large sausage in batter n chips two peas and curry , just over 30£. Have to say there was no waste , one of the best fish n chips iv had , would 100% recommend .

Terrible service, rude answer service,We had the award winning pies, I’m not sure how it’s award winning as we had bad tummy’s from them the next day. I wouldn’t call this a fish and chip shop it’s Barbara doing her best at a fish and chips shop in the back of a shop. Service with no smile at all!

We're holidaying in Porlock and saw the excellent reviews for Piggy in the middle. We went to order at 8.35 pm knowing it closed at 9pm. We were rudely told that we couldn't have any food as they were too busy and we should have ordered earlier. We are a party of five adults.As a customer service specialist I feel the front of house attitude was appalling and the manager of the establishment should address customer service excellence training for the staff.

By far the best fish and chips I have ever had in my life. I’m a huge fan of a good fish and chips and in my 31 years of eating them I’ve journeyed from north to south of the UK dining on the good and the bad. Piggy in the Middle stands out as the best I’ve had. I ordered a large cod and chips, with a seafood basket. Each batter was different in flavour, marrying the prawn, squid or fish it was delicately coating. The cod was fresh, melting in your mouth and the decadent batter was the perfect accompaniment. The chips weren’t soggy but had the perfect texture. It’s clear they know the art of cooking fish and chips and have perfected it over their 30 year history. I wish I could go back. Thanks again

So excited to find gluten free pies and a wide choice. Had beef and red wine, husband had steak and stout. Both really good. Ordered by phone, was ready at the time we were given

Very nice little restaurant in Porlock. They have different fish and chips and lots of pie! They also have vegan/gluten free version. The restaurant welcomes around 20 people only but they do take away. I saw many people coming to order and collect take away while I was eating there. Looks like it has a good reputation in the area!

This intimate, cosy, family run restaurant has been going for over 35 years. It's food has become a staple in the area and is ranked in the top 13 Fish and Chip restaurants across the South West.Admittedly, I've become a bit of a regular over the years (my wife likes to remind me) and have tried the majority of their some 40 plus hand made pies, which cater for vegans, vegetarians and people who are gluten free.If it's your first time though, go straight for the freshly cooked fish and chips... This amalgamation of magic - borderline witchcraft - puts most chippys I've stumbled upon before, to shame.You could tell the fish was perfectly cooked by the way the flakes of the fish just melted apart, and the batter super light and crispy.This is the first time I've eaten a large cod and not felt a sense of shame from all that grease and oil.IT'S SEASONAL. Yes folks, due to the restaurant being located in a tiny village in Somerset it's very seasonal meaning that after October their hours slow down and the owners close the restaurant for a few weeks. People don't always realise this and come at unusual times during the winter months and expect it to be open all year around. This has been the case for the 35 years they've been open.I'd recommend calling in advance, earlier the better as Friday and Saturdays become extremely busy and the locals always place their orders early to receive a time to come and pick their orders up.Can't recommend this place enough, it's charming, warm, inviting and puts out the best comfort food in the area (in my humble opinion).