Arriving in Bury just as all the shops and cafes were closing for the day, and needing something to eat before going to the theatre in the evening, I wandered aimlessly around the centre of a town I have scant knowledge in the hope of finding somewhere to rest my weary legs awhile and sustain the inner man. I don't and won't entertain fast food joints (McDonald's/KFC etc) and none of the pubs looked particularly welcoming, and as I was beginning to become disheartened, I came upon the inobtrusive and unprepossessing frontage of Tompson's Fish and Chip restaurant. I went in and was extremely glad I did! It is a traditional fish and chip shop with counter out front, but they also have a small dining area behind, which is light, airy, and exceptionally clean, and their menu for table service boasts prawns, salmon, scampi, hake, haddock, as well as the "old faithfuls" of plaice and cod. There are pies, sausages, puddings, burgers and children's and gluten free options too. There is a small dessert menu and they even offer wine with your meal!
I opted for something I believe I have never eaten before, a rag pudding. And for those who are unfamiliar with this, it is a dish that was invented in Oldham which consists of minced meat and onions in a suet pastry, and originally cooked in a rag - hence the name! It was absolutely delicious! It was served with chips, and I have to say that in all honesty, these were the finest chip-shop chips I think I have ever eaten.
With pleasant and prompt service, reasonable prices, and hearty traditional fayre, this place comes highly recommended.
REVIEWER - Alastair Zyggu
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