Thimmes Fish Shack

Was in the neighborhood dropping off supplies, so figured since I've had Thimmes bookmarked for years, mind as well grab some lunch. Plenty of parking. Oldies music playing low. Lunch time on a Friday, school wasn't out for summer yet, so other customers were older retired folks. Inside's small but very fitting for Lancaster. Offerings are printed out on regular printer paper and taped on the wall. Everything's basic here, ambience isn't an issue, if you're into that. The older gal running FOH (wife?) was very sweet; guessing perhaps her husband mans the kitchen? I got the fish sandwich with cheese and tartar sauce and a side of shoestring fries. Both came fresh hot out of the fryer. The breading is thin - cornmeal, I'm assuming - didn't overpower the protein, the fish tasted good; no oil taste, a big bonus. Standard fries, very good. I passed on the bun, didn't want to fill up on plain bread. All in all, a very good lunch for cheap - you get what you pay for in the best way possible.

Thimmes Fish Shack continues to be my "go to" place for delicious fish sandwiches, best battered deep fried oysters with cocktail sauce (my preferred method of finishing off THE TASTE ) Top it off with crispy French Fries. I maybe wrong but they look and taste homemade. The service would challenge any fast food delivery. By far faster than Mickey D's. Ambiance reminds me of their previous small building their parents served many years of great food across from North School . I don't have a picture th

Nice friendly place with great cooked to order fish, shrimp,clams, oysters and more. Service was quick.

An old school, Mom and Pop, fried seafood restaurant. Everything fresh, mostly home prepared. Coke products in cans. No fancy platters. Everything alacarte and they put it on paper plates for dine in, or to go containers. Good seating, good parking, kid or family friendly, very friendly, cordial,service and ambiance. Like me, most of the customers were seniors. You order at the counter and sit until they bring your meal to you. I had cooked to order fried oysters, fantail shrimp, a piece of fish, fresh made Cole-slaw, and a can of Diet Coke. None of the pieces were huge, nor to tiny. The batter was a bit " poofie" , almost like a pancake batter, but tasty. If you like old school, basic, no pressure, restaurant comfort this is great. I'd have no problem going most anytime.,

Good food, service and prices!Love the fish deluxe sandwich!Friendly family ran business.

Friday night of Lent, decided to grab a meal at Thimmes'. Did not disappoint! Walked into order and placing an order was a breeze despite how busy they were. Very friendly staff and helpful. Food was absolutely delicious! We ordered the Deluxe fish sandwich, cole slaw, clam strips, and mozzarella sticks. Cole slaw was creamy but a bit overwhelming in the cabbage taste department. Clam strips, Deluxe fish sandwich, and mozzarella sticks are a must do! Will definitely go back!

Very plain old school restaurant. Like a lot of the other reviews, I have driven past this place for 12 years and have never visited. Today I decided to change that. The interior is plain with the daily specials posted on the wall. What is unique is the restroom is located on the exterior of the building, like old gas stations used to be. I'm not a Lancaster native, so maybe this location was a gas station in a previous life? My canned coke had a weird flavor to it for some reason. My seafood platter meal was good, but nothing to write home about. Unless someone I'm with wants to eat here, it isn't going to be high on my list to return with the other dining options in the area.

Look my reviews are for what the restaurant is. This place us known for its fried fish, well fried everything ar a great price. Family owned for over 50 years and very friendlyYou cant go wrong with the fried fish sandwich, fried mushrooms and bean soup under 8 bucks. Came back for a visit and tasted like it did from 25 years ago!!!

Old school fried seafood shack with good quality and value. I will definitely go back when I'm in the area. This is not a central Ohio 'seafood restaurant' with pretensions and cocktails. It's a paper plate fried seafood shack you may encounter on the NC shore.

Fish and fries delicious but small portions. The prices on online menu were not at all accurate. When i said it was so much less than the accurate price they said it was impossible to change the ad. Bet they dont get too many repeat customers.