Eat & Drink · Eat & drink
The Magpie Café
Whitby & the Coast
Whitby's best-known plate of fish and chips, harbour side.
Why go?
A black and white house on the harbour with a queue that tells you most of what you need to know. Fish is landed locally; the menu goes well past the fryer if you want it to.
Folkshire says
Eat late lunch rather than one o'clock and you will spend less of the day in the queue.
What to order
- Haddock and chips
- Crab sandwich
- A pot of tea, obviously
Good to know
- Queues are normal in season.
- Check the café's own channels for opening days before travelling.
Pair it with
Make a day of it
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Source: Folkshire editorial (demo) · last checked 2026-09-01. Opening times and prices change — confirm with the venue before travelling.