On a tour of New Brunswick and passed through, I picked this restaurant based on google reviews. Even with GPS I did find this a bit hard to find.
It looks like maybe an old motel, and from the parking lot there is no sign indicating where to enter or what it is. I headed for the doors on the side of the building and chose the door on the right at random.
I felt like I was in an episode of Seinfeld maritime edition of the Soup Shop episode. As I entered a large man popped his head through a small window in the hall. "what can I get you" he barked. I ordered the fish and chips I had been craving and took a few steps to the left down a paneled hallway toward the cash register, hoping not to upset the "Fish Nazi" and get banned for one year.
Now I've had fish and chips a couple hundred times in my life, spanning several provinces.. This was hands down the yummiest battered fish I've ever had. Cooked perfectly. The fries were fresh cut but not quite as crispy as I like., but I dont get fish and chips for the chips.
Luckily I had cash on hand, as they do not take debit or credit. There is no sit down eating here, get your fish and get out. And I suggest ordering a couple extra ketchup's, one was not enough.
I am extremely please with my meal, and the experience. Next time I'm in New Brunswick I will drive 6 hours out of my way if I have to to get more of this outstanding culinary masterpiece.
Thank you Estey's for a good eat and an awesome story.
Update 3 years later....
Couldn't stop myself from heading to my favorite fish and chips shack again while I'm in the area. Still an amazing crispy batter and perfectly cooked fish.
This visit I learned if you want to get fish when they open, you can phone in an order 30 mins before they open to jump the queue when you arrive.
Thanks again Estys, see you again soon.