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Old City Take Out

54 Prideaux Street, Nanaimo, British Columbia V9R 2M5, Canada
(250) 753-5454
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Ranked #27 of 184 restaurants in Nanaimo
Price range: S$11 - S$23
Cuisines: American, Hamburgers, Seafood, Canadian
Good for: Outdoor seating
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Good for: Outdoor seating
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Nanaimo, Canada
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20 reviews 20 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

This is the best takeout in Nanaimo. The prices are higher, but you get what you pay for. The owners are really friendly as well. It's also great to be supporting Nanaimo's amazing downtown.

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Nanaimo, Canada
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18 restaurant reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2013

We had the cod dinner and a burger and fries. The batter on the fish was still a little doughy. The fries, although fresh made, were a little bland. The hamburger and fixin's were tasty, but sat on a tasteless whole wheat kaiser. Overall, ok, but not great. And definitely not cheap! This meal (with no drinks) was $25.

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Vancouver Island, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2013

Best halibut & chips! I'm also a fan of the burgers. Pretty much all items on the menu are a hit with me.

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Nanaimo, Canada
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48 restaurant reviews
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 September 2012

A good place just off the downtown area for takeout, fish and chips, burgers etc. Located on Prideaux, just south of Comox Road, about a block west of Tim Hortons. Street parking available. One can choose to eat on picnic tables outside the cook area or take out. Staff is friendly and down to earth. Try the halibut more expensive... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 September 2012

Having looked all over Nanaimo for really great Fish and Chips - have found them at this take out/patio restaurant in Nanaimo. The couple running this business are great, with friendly service, the lady even jumped up to put our meals on without finishing her own meal. Very popular with the local people. Do try the homemade ice tea, it... More

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Nanaimo, Canada
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15 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 September 2012

We have been eating the burgers and fish and chips from Old City Takeout for the past eight months. Jim and Mary are consistent and take great pride in their food and service. Not only do they have the best bacon cheddar burger in Nanaimo, but it is one of the best burgers we have ever had. Their fish and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 August 2012

The fish is cooked to perfection and the batter is light and not a bit greasy. The chips are cooked to just the perfect crispness and again, not a bit greasy. Coleslaw is crisp and fresh and super delicious. Haven't tried to burgers yet because I can't resist the fish and chips. The people who own the business are super... More

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Nanaimo, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 August 2012

Best Fish and Chips in Nanaimo. Large portions, Halibut melts in your mouth and the chips are very delicious served with malt vinegar and a fresh slice of lemon all wrapped in newspaper just like at home. We haven't tried anything else on the menu as we keep going back for more fish and chips.

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Nanaimo, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 August 2012

If your looking for a quick. home cooked meal, served up by some super friendly people than the old city takeout is the place to go. The burgers are devine, the fries are the best I've ever eaten and they make the most amazing home made ice tea. The menu is small but everything on it is awesome, which is... More

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Lacombe, Alberta, Canada
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 July 2012 via mobile

I read reviews saying this was the best fish and chips ever. We had fish and chips often on our maritime trip last summer and these were just good. Not awesome. It is a couple blocks off the main drag but nt hard ti get to. Menu is very limited but food is good. It is a take out so... More

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