Fish Central has served seafood on Central Street since 1968, making it a long established part of the area between Clerkenwell and Shoreditch. Its approach joins the familiarity of a traditional London fish restaurant with flavours associated with the Mediterranean coast.
Fish remains the main attraction, with the restaurant built around straightforward cooking that allows the seafood to take centre stage. The classic menu is offered during evening service and throughout Saturday, giving diners an established choice for fish and seafood in a relaxed restaurant setting.
The restaurant describes its cooking as a meeting of tradition and innovation. That balance makes it suitable for diners wanting familiar British seafood dishes as well as those interested in broader Mediterranean influences, without moving away from the ingredients that have defined Fish Central for decades.
Weekday breakfast and lunch service adds another side to the restaurant, while the classic menu shapes the evening experience. Its King Square location, long history and dedicated seafood identity have helped Fish Central remain a recognisable independent restaurant in this part of London.
Address: 149–155 Central Street, King Square, London EC1V 8AP, United Kingdom
Fish Central Menu
LOBSTER & OYSTERS
SCOTTISH OR CANADIAN LOBSTER
grilled plain or brushed with a red chilli paste priced individually according to size and weight
LOBSTER SALAD
Half – 19.95 Large – 34.50
OYSTERS – MARKET
Each – £3.25 Twelve – £34.50
STARTERS
PRAWN COCKTAIL
CHARGRILLED SQUID
with chilli Thai dressing
BURRATA – CHERRY TOMATO BASIL
SARDINES
chargrilled with tomato and herb salsa
GRILLED GOATS CHEESE
with sun dried tomatoes, rocket and pine nuts
PAN FRIED SCALLOPS
served with a rocket salad and salsa verde
GREEK SALAD
served with feta cheese and black olives
MARINATED ANCHOVY BRUSCHETTA
NORFOLK SMOKED SCOTTISH SALMON
CLASSICS
COD
flaky, white fish, mild, soft texture
HADDOCK
same family as cod, not so flaky, soft texture
PLAICE
white fish, mild, soft texture
SKATE
WING – 15.95 MIDDLE – 17.95 white fish, firm, with soft bones
GRILLED WING OF SKATE
served with beurre noisette and capers
ROCK SALMON
rich in substance with a distinctive flavour
SCAMPI
white fish, slightly sweet flavour and a firm texture
ROAST COD
served with Mediterranean vegetables (20 minutes)
FROM THE CHARGRILL
DOVER SOLE
EMKT PRICE flat fish, distinctive flavour, flounder family
SEARED SCOTCH SALMON
pink colour, full of flavour
BUTCHERS PRIME
EMKT.PRICE cut of the day
FILLET STEAK (10 oz)
with pepper sauce and roasted new potatoes
SIDE ORDERS
FRESH MARKET VEGETABLES OF THE DAY
CHIPS
ONION RINGS
coated in a special batter
NEW POTATOES
CREAMED POTATOES
GARDEN PEAS
MUSHY PEAS
HERB RICE
MIXED SALAD
TOMATO AND ONION SALAD
ROCKET AND TOMATO SALAD
with Parmesan
HOMEMADE BREAD AND BUTTER
PICKLED ONIONS AND GHERKINS
CATCH OF THE DAY
PLEASE ASK YOUR WAITER / WAITRESS
ROSÉ WINE
DUBOEUF SYRAH, ROSÉ, PAYS D'OC, FRANCE
Glass (125ml) – 6.50 (175ml) – 7.50 light and delicate with soft crushed strawberry flavours
WHITE WINES
GEORGES DUBOEUF BLANC, FRANCE
Glass (125ml) – 6.25 (175ml) – 7.50 delicate, with clean elegant fruit flavours and crisp dry finish
VINA ECHEVERRIA, CHILEAN UNWOODED CHARDONNAY RESERVA 2023
Glass (125ml) – 6.75 (175ml) – 7.95 full bodied, exotic fruit flavours, easy drinking with a fresh crisp finish
PINOT GRIGIO (organic), VENEZIA DOC
Glass (125ml) – 6.75 (175ml) – 7.95 soft and harmonious, characteristic flavour, slightly fruity bouquet with a slight note of almonds
VINA ECHEVERRIA, SAUVIGNON BLANC RESERVE, CURICO VALLEY, CHILE
Glass (125ml) – 6.95 (175ml) – 8.45 fresh bright citrus and pear fruit, lively and flavourful
DOMAINE DE LA CHAUVINIERE, MUSCADET SEVRE ET MAINE SUR LIE AOC
Glass (125ml) – 7.95 (175ml) – 9.25 ripe melon and white apple alongside a hint of tropical sweetness, clean and fresh
FINCA OS CABOTAS, MONTERREI, GODELLO 2022
zesty citrus aromas combined with a mineral sensation and a crisp, dry finish
ALVARINHO, SUB-REGIAO DE MONCAO E MELGACO, PORTUGAL
rich in substance with a distinctive flavour
RIESLING GRAND CRU ROSACKER AOC
powerful and aromatic, aromas of lemon and orange peel, peach and white pear
CHABLIS JEAN MARC BROCARD
Half bottle – dry deeply refreshing style of Chablis
ALAIN GEOFFROY CHABLIS
elegant and refreshing, floral notes with a touch of lemon
ANDRÉ NEVEU 'CALCAIRE' SANCERRE LOIRE
mineral and herbaceous flavours, balanced with a touch of lemon
RED WINES
GEORGES DUBOEUF ROUGE, FRANCE
Glass (125ml) – 6.25 (175ml) – 7.50 light, soft and supple with plenty of fruit
PALACIO DE OTOÑO RIOJA TINTO DOC
Glass (125ml) – 6.25 (175ml) – 7.50 intense red fruit with warm spicy notes on the nose
VINA ECHEVERRIA, MERLOT RESERVA CURICO VALLEY, CHILE
Half bottle- 19.95 a medium bodied, sappy merlot, backed by undertones of black pepper and dried plum fruit
COTES DE RHONE (organic)
a fine balanced combination of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre creating a classic bouquet
RICKETY BRIDGE PINOTAGE, SOUTH AFRICA
black and blueberry flavours are backed by the light of black pepper and fresh fruit
ANNE GROS 50/50 MINERVOIS
gorgeous blend of Syrah, Carignan and Grenache, supple dark berried fruit, herbs and a chocolatey earthiness
CAMDEN HELLS LAGER PINT
STELLA ARTOIS LARGER PINT
GOOSE MIDWAY SESSION IPA DRAUGHT PINT
ALL BRANDED SPIRITS WITH MIXER
PREMIUM SPIRITS AND LIQUEURS
SPARKLING WINE & CHAMPAGNE
SAN MARTINO 'INDICI' PROSECCO DOC
Glass (125ml) – 6.95 a fresh prosecco made using the Charmat method where the fruit notes really stand out
HOUSE CHAMPAGNE
DRINKS
COFFEE
CAPPUCCINO
ESPRESSO
DOUBLE ESPRESSO
TEA
FRESH MINT TEA
MINERAL WATER
Large bottle
MINERAL WATER
Glass