Tall Boy Fish & Chips and Seafood

So flakey and fresh! The fries were a liittle salty for my taste, but I still cleaned my plate. Appreciate the mayo-free slaw to balance the fried foods nicely. I had never noticed this cart tucked away in the corner, but it’s the best fish and chips I’ve tried in Portland so far, will definitely be coming back :)

Best fried fish on the west coast. No hyperbole

I worked at one of the highest rated chippies in New England back in the ‘80s. The cod and chips I had from Tall Boy was the best I’ve ever had. Perfect batter. Perfect cook on the fish. The fries held up underneath. A decent tartar on the side. Fish and chips does not get better than that

Want a true UK experience? Get your Tall Boy meal, head out the side exit of the Asylum, down the block to Away Days and order a pint of Bus Stop bitter. You’ll be living the life they could only pretend to on Ted Lasso

Always perfect fried fish and chips. Fresh and simple. Wish they had clam chowder on a regular basis, as theirs was so good when I tried it. In a big cart pod so everyone has a choice.

HANDS DOWN, THE BEST FISH AND CHIPS IN PORTLAND!!! Are you looking for perfectly seasoned and battered fish? Hoping the fries are crunchy and delicious? Wishing the tartar sauce is tasty AF?! Look no further! I was introduced to this fantastic food cart today, and I know I will be back OFTEN. It's worth a drive from the west side... And I mean deep west side (Beaverton). The staff couldn't have been nicer, the portion couldn't have filled me up more perfectly... And the jalapeño Lemonade was incredibly refreshing. DEFINITELY give this place a try. You won't be disappointed.

Delicious fish. I ordered the rock fish. Amazing. 2 pieces of fish and chips for 13$ including so delicious fries and a tangy remoulade.
Great and fast service. They gave me
A ringer as I walked around the asylum.

I would recommend 3 pieces for 18$ if you’re going.
Super flaky fish. Non greasy feel. Crispy batter. Soft fish inside. Yumm just yumm

They’re outdoor seating and was able to snag a table under heated lamps.

Great fish and chips here, freshly fried and very crispy. I really enjoyed the clam chowder and little piece of bread that it came with. They have several options of fish for the fish and chips which rotate depending on their supply and the current fishing season. I got the pacific cod. I would definitely eat here again as it was a great warm meal for a cold night and I would get it again.

Might be my favorite food cart in the Asylum food truck pod. The seafood is always fresh. The halibut was flavorful and crispy. Fries and tatar sauce are the cherry on top

Absolutely perfect Oregon rockfish and chips. Crispy, flavorful. Stands up well for takeout with a 15 minute drive. Highly recommend.

Tucked back against the best tables with overhead heaters and rain shields, music playing overhead. I love the vibe here. Came for what has already been called out: FRESH Pacific seafood! No complaints. Just delicious.

Very nice fish and chips place in Cartopia! Tasty tarter sauce, fish tastes fresh, and the presentation is nice.

Best fish and chips, the value is insane too! Fresh tasting, not greasy. Friendly service. Say no more!!!!

Fresh, in-house baked bread, tender clams, non-mayo coleslaw, perfection! This was not my first visit, nor will it be my last. The picture says it all!

My partner had a cup of Clam Chowder with a grilled crust (toast) and 2 pc Cod & Fries. I had 3 pc Fish n chips with slaw. Both dinners included lemon wedges and tartar sauce.

There were plenty of clams in the creamy chowder. My partner has eaten a lot of chowder to compare this to. He says it is fresh and the best he has had in quite a long time. He didn't even add salt, which he always does. Not that it was salty; it just didn't need it. The Cod pieces were 2 inches thick, steamy, flaky, fresh & moist. The light batter was thick and crisp, not saugy. Superior to fish we've enjoyed from other places that boast about being the best in the Pacific Northwest. The slaw was not of a creamy variety and not overpowering with vinegar or seasoning, just fresh with flavor.

6 o'clock on a Friday night at Hawthorne Asylum was full of hungry people, but seating was available without a hassle.

Staff at Tall Boy were friendly, even in the frenzy of the dinner rush. Only a 20 minute wait which we didn't mind. I'm not sure what it is like around there when it is raining, seems to be enough coverage to stay dry while eating.

Had to park 2 blocks away and walking was well lighted. Traffic lights and crosswalks at every corner made us feel safer than some venues where you cross lanes of traffic at your own risk.

Hope to return soon to try some of the other varied menus of the other food carts there.

The guy working here was really cool! The food is absolutely amazing come here and try everyone ! He definitely deserves fat tips for the awesome food and great customer service!Thank you so much! Worth every penny!!!

Delicious gluten-free breading option available, fresh and moist fish, bright and clean slaw to lighten up that fried food feeling, good fries, and delish milk-free tartar sauce. Perfect.

The best fish and chips I've had for awhile. I had the Alaskan Halibut. It was very tender and the seasoning was perfect. The fries were exceptional. Skin on fries with perfect salt. The only thing I didn't care for was the coleslaw. I'm pretty picky about coleslaw. I would highly recommend this cart. Ask for what fish is the freshest. 😋

Best fish and chips I have ever had. Better than the fish and chips I ate in England which, according to my friends who live there, was "the best fish and chips in England". Hard to describe how absolutely delicious this place is. We live nearby and this cart is now #1 on our list to take friends & family that visit. Also, you HAVE to get the jalapeño lemonade - pairs perfectly. Doesn't hurt that everyone who works here is incredibly nice.

Such a yummy fish and chips shop!! If you’re gluten free - the cod is amazing! (They do use a shared fryer for the fish so not celiac safe) but the fries!!!! Oh man!!! The Fries are celiac safe - they have their own fryer and are delectable!! The staff are incredibly sweet and hospitable! This place couldn’t have exceeded our expectations any more. If I lived here in Portland I would be eating here happily very regularly.

This fish is so good I can’t even pace myself... we’ve only gotten to-go orders, and within 7 minutes of delivery they’re already gone, and I’m left craving more. I should put them on auto delivery each week haha! Great quality fish (I get the gluten free)- not at all fishy. Sauce is amazing. Chips are just okay because they’re kinda soggy, and I like crispy (wish they had sweet potato fries, though I know that’s not the norm). I also wish they had more sides... the coleslaw is the smallest size on the planet but is the only other option besides potato.

omg
absolutely perfect fish and chips!!!
i have had two perfect fish & chip experiences of my life.
this (tall boy fish & chips and seafood) cart at the asylum- near cartopia also, was one of those top 2 experiences in my life with fish & chips.
fish = perfect
batter = perfect
fries = perfect
so go go go !!!!!!! you will be very happy that you did

my only regret was not seeing that they made clam chowder and i did not try it with my meal. i have high hopes though that it will also be amazing.