Business Details
16 Years
experience
Welcome to Coddy Shack - Seafood Restaurant & Takeaway in Looe
Established in 2010, Coddy Shack has become a beloved culinary destination in Looe, Cornwall. Our journey began in 1966 when Colin's parents opened a local chip shop, laying the foundation for our passion for seafood. Over the years, we've evolved from a modest takeaway in a former pig sty to a 60-seater restaurant and live music venue, maintaining our commitment to quality and community. Despite a devastating fire in 2023, we rebuilt with resilience, introducing state-of-the-art facilities while preserving our signature laid-back atmosphere. Today, we serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week, offering fresh, sustainable Cornish seafood prepared with expertise honed over decades.Our team, including Colin's business partner Jason and dedicated staff Hannah and Emma, continues to train local talent, ensuring our legacy of excellence endures. With a focus on casual dining, live music nights, and a well-stocked bar, we cater to both locals and visitors seeking exceptional food and vibrant experiences. Our accolades, including a five-star rating for both cuisine and service, reflect our unwavering dedication to customer satisfaction. From our rustic setting to our legendary fish and chips, every aspect of Coddy Shack embodies our love for the fryer and the community we serve.
Services
Fish & Chips
Seafood Restaurant
Takeaway
Breakfast
Live Music Venue
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer sustainably sourced Cornish seafood with decades of frying expertise
- Our team includes trained local talent and industry veterans like Colin the Cod
- We rebuilt with modern facilities after a 2023 fire while preserving our heritage
- We serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week with live music nights
- We maintain a five-star rating for both food quality and exceptional service
What people say
Five-star rating
Exceptional fish and chips
Wonderful staff
Helpful manner
Memorable visit
Services
Fish & Chips
Our signature fish and chips combine sustainably sourced Cornish seafood with a perfected frying technique developed over decades. Using state-of-the-art equipment, we deliver crispy, golden results while maintaining traditional quality. This core offering remains the foundation of our reputation as Cornwall's best seafood shack.
Seafood Restaurant
The 60-seater restaurant provides a relaxed atmosphere for enjoying premium seafood dishes. Our menu features both classic and contemporary preparations, complemented by live music nights and a licensed bar. The rustic setting maintains our 'shed' character while offering modern comforts.
Takeaway
Our takeaway service offers the same high-quality seafood in convenient portions for on-the-go enjoyment. Originally established in 2010, this service remains popular with beachgoers and locals seeking authentic Cornish fish and chips in a casual setting.
Breakfast
We serve breakfast daily from 9am-11:30am featuring hearty options like our Captain's Breakfast and lighter choices including smashed avocado. All dishes use locally sourced ingredients, maintaining our commitment to quality while expanding our service hours.
Live Music Venue
As a dual-purpose venue, we host regular live music events alongside our dining service. This unique offering creates a vibrant atmosphere while maintaining our focus on seafood excellence, making us a cultural hub in Looe's countryside setting.
People
Colin
Founder
Known as Colin the Cod, he has operated in Looe's seafood industry since 1966. After rebuilding Coddy Shack post-2023 fire, he continues frying excellence while mentoring local talent.
Jason
Business Partner
Originally trained by Colin, Jason now co-owns the business. He maintains the original frying standards while helping modernise operations after the 2023 rebuild.
Hannah
Team Member
Part of the core team since the 2010 launch, Hannah contributes to daily operations and customer service excellence in this family-run establishment.
Emma
Team Member
A key team member since establishment, Emma helps maintain the Coddy Shack's reputation for exceptional service and quality seafood preparation.
Questions
What makes The Coddy Shack unique?
We combine a rustic 'shed' atmosphere with premium Cornish seafood, live music nights, and a history dating to 1966, now featuring modern facilities after our 2023 rebuild.
Do you offer breakfast options?
Yes, we serve breakfast daily from 9am-11:30am including traditional full English and lighter options like smashed avocado on sourdough.
Can I book a table?
Reservations can be made by calling the restaurant directly. We recommend booking for dinner service, especially during live music events.
Are there payment options?
Please contact the restaurant directly for current payment methods as this information isn't specified in our materials.
What happened after the 2023 fire?
We rebuilt with state-of-the-art fryers and modern kitchen facilities while maintaining our original rustic charm and friendly atmosphere.
Reviews (5)
Chloe Reeves
Dec 19, 2021
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Last Saturday I had the most amazing fish and chips takeaway. I had the haddock and large chips and could not fault it. The chips are just on point, fish is lovely and fresh too. The service was brilliant, lovely and smiley staff. I will be coming back and sitting in next time!
Megan Donovan
Nov 26, 2021
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It's amazing. Me and parents stopped off to get some fish and chips before continuing to Looe. But the food was amazing! The fish was soft, the batter was not greasy at all. My dad went inside and he said it looks amazing. There is a restaurant inside and a bar. You can go inside and have a meal and go to the bar for drinks.
Nicky Balch
Nov 06, 2021
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We visited here on recommendation and having read the reviews. We were not disappointed. The staff were friendly, polite and welcoming to us and our dog. The menu is quite extensive which was surprising and would suit all tastes. I opted for Cod & Chips and my partner, the Mussles. Our food came out looking, and tasting, amazing and they even provided a sausage for our dog. Although the restaurant was almost empty due to being November, it had its own atmosphere however I can imagine its immensely busy in the summer months. There is a takeaway attached which was also consistently busy but not having
Hannah Mckay
Oct 13, 2021
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I love it here. Delicious food fab service and great to.see them doing so well. Will return when next in Cornwall
Jonathan Verby
Sep 27, 2021
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Enjoyed a nice lunch with my wife. Friendly staff, lovely menu and food was quick and arrived hot. Would recommend.
