23rd May 2002

When a fire destroyed Headington's well-loved chippy (the Mediterranean) there was uncertainty as to whether the eatery would re-open. Last week saw the re-branding of the restaurant when Posh Fish opened for business. The portions are as huge as ever, and you need a reinforced carrier bag to take home a large serving of chips. The usual takeaway favourites are available including curry sauce, beans and mushy peas as well as ice-cold drinks. A novel twist with Posh Fish are the continental touches: Greek Baklava is on sale next to brownies, cookies and millionaire's shortbread.

Having been a customer of the erstwhile Mediterranean for ten years, it is good to see the same customer-friendly team re-open Posh Fish. The décor is contemporary, with sharp mirrors and blue tiling, and the premises are so clean that the surfaces shine. There is chrome furniture on the pavement for you to sit on and enjoy their thick frothy cappucinos and hot chocolates on a balmy evening. Waiter service is available at the back of the restaurant in a light airy space. Meals come with an optional Greek-style salad complete with black olives and a lemon wedge. The fish has a crispy batter and is piping hot and the chips are thick and juicy. Fish and chips costs around a fiver, snacks such as jacket potatoes and vegetarian burgers are also available. If you have a serious attack of the munchies then Posh Fish is the place for you.

Lita Doolan