Purkis family shop – Walthamstow 1908.
A long tradition in fishmongering
WalterPurkis2024-09-07T15:43:14+01:00
Sardine Pasta Recipe
Sardine pasta is a great way to use the fantastic fresh specimens we have in the shop. You can use whole sardines or the fillets
WalterPurkis2024-09-02T10:54:23+01:00
Gurnard Recipes
Find out more about Gurnard, they have become increasing popular in recent times. Follow the link below for some tasty cooking ideas.
WalterPurkis2024-08-12T19:05:10+01:00
August Bank Holiday Shop Hours 2024
It’s Summer Bank Holiday time so a slight change to our opening hours next week.
Google Reviews
John L
08:03 03 Aug 24
Fish stock is good, knowledgeable staff.Zero sustainability credibility.If they they improve this (not just referencing 'seasonal' but genuinely... stock the right fish at the right times) this could be 5 star.read more
David Doyle
23:16 03 May 24
This is by far the best place in London for buying fresh fish the dover sole and king scallops and halibut are amazing i got from here last Saturday... I will be back for moreread more
Manuel Perazzoli
14:52 21 Jul 23
5 stars for the quality of their fish. 3 stars for their opening times. Impossible to get there in time if you have a job.
Nana Ng
18:49 26 May 23
Crab is delicious. octopus salad mixed with vegetable salad. Hope can buy sea urchin next time.
Natty B
16:30 02 Dec 22
Have been shopping here for 20 plus years ....great fish shop .... lovely staff ....younger generation now taking over they are great....one taught... me how to open my oysters today ...thank you so much ....opened my first ones this afternoon....fish is so fresh .... support small business....you get better service ...better product....and you get a history of knowledge....thank you guys xread more
Zelia vitorino
19:56 28 Oct 21
Amazing great fish, a lot of choices, staff always attentive and arrange fish perfectly. price is a bit high but I think you pay for what you get,... and here is good. The other shop is the same quality.read more
Hubert D'Souza
18:44 19 Oct 21
The selection off fresh fish yes worth every penny keep up the good work guys clean an gut ur fish just brilliant thanks
Irakli
17:31 23 Aug 21
The best salmon and cod you can put on your pan or in an oven. Fresh, tender, tasty.
Andy
00:31 21 May 21
Excellent selection of very fresh fish. Well priced. Helpful staff. A very good fishmongers.
ann wax
17:42 20 Mar 21
Excellent fresh fish. Fantastic selection. This popular local Muswell Hill shop has been here for years and deservedly has a marvellous reputation.
Alon Bader
09:36 08 Mar 21
Very very fresh fish! A bit pricey but always can find good fish for mid range prices...
Raja Singh Bawa
00:42 11 Sep 20
Salmon was amazing however slightly disappointed when i got home the scales were not fully removed when I had requested this.
Eugene Lyushenko
21:00 24 Dec 19
Always fresh seafood and lovely staff. My #1 place for prawns, fish, and scallops 😋
Kay Thomson
11:41 22 Nov 19
The best of the best fishmongers. They have their own smoker for smoked haddock. Mr Purkis showed it to me. Amazing. Best choice of all kinds of fish.
Paul Shanley
17:24 29 Jul 19
Best fishmonger in London. Very friendly and knowledgeable service. Great quality fish and a lovely range. I wouldn't buy fish from anywhere else.
Harry Walton
14:01 02 Jul 19
You won't want to buy supermarket fish again once you've tried Walter Purkis. Totally delicious and fresh