Fish and chips are a British staple, often considered the UK’s national dish.
While most Brits have their favourite local chippy, the common unspoken rule is usually that fish and chips taste the best when they’re served with a sea view.
But that may not actually be the case.
The 13th annual Fry Awards has announced the UK’s 50 best fish and chip takeaways.
And, surprisingly, just 14 of the locations are by the coast, with spots in Leeds, Essex and South East London making the cut.
The results follow months of judging, during which, takeaways, restaurants, and mobile units were secretly assessed by mystery diners on a range of aspects, including food quality, premises cleanliness, staff expertise, value for money, ease of ordering, and social media presence.
Only the operators with the highest scores earn an award. The pass mark this year for both the takeaway and restaurant categories was 96 per cent and above, although several were successful in gaining the full 100 per cent.
Read on to find out the top 50 fish and chip takeaways, named in alphabetical order…
While most Brits have their favourite local chippy, the common unspoken rule is usually that fish and chips taste the best when they’re served with a sea view
Ainsworth’s Fish & Chips, Caernarfon
In the royal town of Caernarfon in North Wales, Ainsworth’s has been delighting customers for 30 years with its cooked-to-order cod and haddock. Prepare for queues on Fridays.
Angel Lane Chippie, Penrith, Cumbria
Pictured: Angel Lane Chippie, Penrith, Cumbria
Run by father and son Dan and Dave Harding, this Lake District chippy has been a fish and chip shop since 1928. All the classics are here, with home-cooked curries, chillis and lasagne also on the menu.
Angell’s Fisheries, Newark, Nottinghamshire
Angell’s Fisheries in Newark, Nottinghamshire, is pictured
No need to queue, this Newark chippy has its own app. Diners praise the crispy batter that encases the fish – and love the homemade pies also on offer.
Batterfly Fish & Chips, Surbiton, Surrey
A trendy eat-in fish and chip restaurant that feels like a diner. Batterfly, in the Surrey town of Surbiton, is a newcomer but has impressed both the Fry judges and diners with its generous portion sizes.
Batterfly, in the Surrey town of Surbiton, is a newcomer but has impressed both the Fry judges and diners with its generous portion sizes
Bredon Village Fish and Chip Shop, Bredon, Worcestershire
Bredon Village Fish and Chip Shop in Bredon, Worcestershire, is pictured
Golden, light and packed with flavour, this village chippy also sells crispy beer battered fish
A portion of cod and chips costs £10 at this Worcestershire favourite. What else is on the menu? Everything from kebabs and battered halloumi to Oreo milkshakes.
Callaway’s Fish & Chips, Dorchester, Dorset
Pictured: Callaway’s Fish & Chips in Dorchester
In a cute brick house in historic Dorchester, this traditional chippy does the basics well, and has some sophisticated alternatives to cod too, including tempura prawns, salt and pepper squid and mozzarella sticks.
Churchill’s Fish & Chips, Langney, Eastbourne, East Sussex
Churchill’s Fish and Chips is pictured
A shining star in the Churchill’s chain of fish and chip shops, which has been operating since 1923. You can click and collect, or get your supper delivered to your door.
Farnham’s at Fontygary, Rhoose, Vale Of Glamorgan
In Gavin and Stacey country, Farnhams Fish & Chips has regular specials, including faggots with mushy peas, gravy and a ‘scoop of chips’ – a pensioner’s special cod and chips is £7.50.
Fiddlers Elbow, Leintwardine, Herefordshire
Fiddlers Elbow Fish & Chips is an award-winning fish and chip shop in Leintwardine, Herefordshire
In the heart of the Roman village of Leintwardine, this chippy has customers from three counties, Herefordshire, Shropshire and Powys, such is its border location. A standard cod is £9.80, while chips are £3.35.
Fintans Fish & Chip Co., Llanishen, Cardiff
Fintans Fish & Chip Co. in Llanishen is pictured
Open since 1989, Welsh wonder Fintans has three locations and opens until 8:30pm daily except Sundays. The ‘golden chips’ are the highlight but look out for rotisserie chicken too.
Fishnchickn, Hutton, Brentwood, Essex
Fishnchickn in Hutton, Brentwood, claimed one of the coveted spots, proving that exceptional fish and chips aren’t limited to seaside locations.
They support local, British farmers and source all their ingredients locally.
French’s Fish Shop, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk
Pictured: French’s Fish Shop, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk
A true seaside chippy, French’s in Wells-next-the-Sea, has been serving freshly-caught fish for more than 100 years.
With panoramic views of the Quay, it is a popular spot for visitors and locals alike.
Garioch Fish Bar, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire
In the historic market town of Inverurie in Aberdeenshire, the multi-award-winning Garioch Fish Bar claimed its spot in Fry Magazine’s top 50 list.
Greg & Lou’s, Redruth, Cornwall
Once known as Mack’s, Greg & Lou’s in Redruth has been serving up fresh Cornish fish and supporting local fishermen for more than 23 years.
Henley’s of Wivenhoe, Colchester, Essex
In Colchester, Essex, Henley’s of Wivenhoe offers a unique wet fish display where customers can see the different species and the quality of all the fish and have it cooked in front of their eyes.
Hiks, Brynhyfryd, Swansea
Offering authentic Welsh rissole (a fried patty, typically made from corned beef and mashed potato mixed with onion), Hiks in Brynhyfryd, Swansea, frequently has queues out of the door.
Hirds Family Fisheries, Halifax, West Yorkshire
Offering a range of gluten-free options, Hirds Family Fisheries in Halifax was named a winner on the BBC’s Britain’s Top Takeaways in 2022 before claiming its spot in Fry Magazine’s Top 50 list.
Howe & Co 55, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Fish and chip vans from Howe & Co. have been serving up some of the finest fish and chips since 1930.
They visit more than 100 towns and villages surrounding Little Horwood and also cater events.
Joe’s Traditional Fish and Chips, Strabane, County Tyrone
In Northern Ireland, Joe’s Traditional Fish and Chips has more than 400 Google reviews with an average rating of 4.4 stars, making it a worthy spot on the list.
Kellaway’s Fish and Chips, Truro, Cornwall
Kellaway’s Fish and Chips not only features in the Fry Awards list, but it also won third place in the National Fish & Chip Awards 2025.
Kirbys of Horsforth, Horsforth, Leeds
Kirbys of Horsforth is a new chippy, five miles northwest of Leeds city centre, and secured its place on the list – despite being far from the coast.
Kirbys of Meanwood, Meanwood, Leeds
Also part of the Kirbys chain, Meanwood is a suburb and former village in north-west Leeds.
Kirbys prides itself on cooking hot fish on demand with a focus on sustainability.
Lighthouse Fisheries Of Flamborough, Flamborough, East Yorkshire
Pictured: Lighthouse Fisheries Of Flamborough, Flamborough, East Yorkshire
A classic spot on the Yorkshire coast, Lighthouse Fisheries of Flamborough is an award-winning, traditional fish and chip shop, where you can eat piping hot fish and chips while watching the sea waves.
Malt and Anchor, Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Malt & Anchor is an award-winning British restaurant and takeaway situated in the heart of the Cotswolds.
A traditional ‘chippy’ menu with a twist, it offers speciality fish and chips, panko-coated calamari and locally sourced award-winning pies.
Malt & Anchor is an award-winning British restaurant and takeaway situated in the heart of the Cotswolds serving fish and chips ‘with a twist’
Moore’s Fish & Chips, Castle Douglas, Dumfries & Galloway
Based in the picturesque ‘Food Town’ of Castle Douglas, Moore’s Fish and Chip Shop has been serving the community for more than 35 years using the highest quality produce, sourced from Scotland’s leading suppliers.
Oysters Fish & Chips, Lightwater, Surrey
Also named one of the UK’s 50 Best Fish & Chip Takeaways, Oysters in Lightwater, Surrey, ranks in the Top 50 for the Fry Awards.
Oysters Fish & Chips, Marlow Bottom, Buckinghamshire
Oysters Award-Winning Fish & Chips has been providing quality fish and chips for more than 20 years.
Independently owned and run, the team here make fresh chips on site daily and only purchases premium fish from the sustainable fishing grounds of Norway and the Faroe Islands.
Pennington Plaice, Leigh, Greater Manchester
Leigh’s Pennington Plaice is one of just four in Greater Manchester to make it on to this year’s Fry Magazine’s 50 Best Fish & Chip Takeaways list.
It offers freshly prepared fish and chips, securing its spot among the country’s top 50 chippies.
Pier Point, Torquay, Devon
Pictured: Pier Point in Torquay, a Devonshire coastal town and popular seaside resort
Situated adjacent to Torquay’s marina, Pier Point offers piping hot, locally sourced fish and chips with spectacular views out to the Bay.
Pisces, Fleetwood, Lancashire
Serving quality fish and chips for 22 years, Pisces in Fleetwood, Lancashire, offers the best quality produce with fish from sustainable waters and locally harvested potatoes.
Portside Fish & Chips, South Elmsall, Leeds
Portside has three fish and chip shops across the Leeds area, including two that made the Fry Awards list.
Its takeaway shops offer fresh fish and chips from the North West coast of England, caught and then cooked on the premises in Leeds and South Elmsall, Pontefract.
Portside Fish & Chips, Kirkstall Road, Leeds
The second Portside location to make the list was Kirkstall Road. The spot has a Google rating of 4.7 stars based on 252 Google reviews.
Quintiliani’s Fast Food, Hamilton, Larkhall, South Lanarkshire
Quintiliani’s in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, is a multi-award-winning fish and chip shop known for its long family history and quality food.
The business was established in 1971 by Fortunato (‘Lacky’) and Delifina Quintiliani after they arrived in Scotland in 1968. It is now run by their daughter, Rosaria (Rosie) and her husband, Joe D’Ambrosio, continuing the family legacy.
Redcloak Fish Bar, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire
Stonehaven, on the Aberdeenshire coast, is known as the birthplace of the legendary battered Mars Bar.
The award-winning Redcloak Fish Bar is nestled away from the famous harbour and offers fresh, local fish and chips.
Sea Blue Fisheries, Clowne, Derbyshire
Despite being a relatively new business, Sea Blue Fisheries, in Clowne, Derbyshire, earned its spot on the Fry Awards list.
With a high pass mark set at 96 per cent, Sea Blue Fisheries scored an impressive 98 per cent.
Sea Salt + Sole, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire
Using fresh ingredients from sustainable suppliers, Sea Salt + Sole in Aberdeen serves up North-East specialities such as scampi and rock turbot landed from reputable local fishermen.
Seafront Chippy, Hornsea, East Yorkshire
Another gem on the Yorkshire coast, Seafront Chippy in Hornsea, is an award-winning fish and chip takeaway with an ice cream kiosk on the seafront.
With more than 1,000 Google reviews, it has an overall rating of 4.4 stars.
Shappy Wheels, Shap, Cumbria
Established in 2004, Shappy Wheels is a mobile fish and chip service that operates around the Eden Valley in Cumbria.
It is also available for private hire, meaning you can enjoy fresh fish and chips whatever the season.
Shaws Fish And Chips, Dodworth, Barnsley, South Yorkshire
Shaws Fish And Chips in Dodworth, Barnsley, claims to have been serving the ‘finest and most delicious’ traditional fish and chips in the land for over 30 years.
Attracting loyal local customers, the chippy is known for its crispy fish, perfectly cooked chips, generous portions and friendly service.
Squires, Braunton, Devon
In the heart of the village of Braunton in Devon, the Squire family has spent over 50 years establishing a reputation for serving award-winning fish and chips.
Sykes Fish and Chips, Manchester
Serving local produce and reliably caught fish, Sykes Fish and Chips has been serving customers for years. The spot is rated 4.6 stars on Google based on 624 reviews.
The Anchor, Bexley, South East London
The Anchor in Bexley is named in the Fry’s 50 Best Fish & Chip Takeaways and also the 10 Best Fish & Chip Restaurants 2025
London’s tradition of fish and chips originated in the East End in the 1860s, combining Jewish-style fried fish with French-style fried potatoes.
The Anchor in Bexley is named in the Fry’s 50 Best Fish & Chip Takeaways and also the 10 Best Fish & Chip Restaurants 2025.
The Bearded Sailor, Pudsey, Leeds, West Yorkshire
Rated the top spot for quick bites in Pudsey on TripAdvisor, The Bearded Sailor website reads: ‘Our clever shipmate suppliers work hard to source the best quality potatoes available from different farms around the country.
‘We’re also proud that all of our haddock is responsibly sourced from sustainable fisheries.’
The Cafe Royal, Annan, Dumfries and Galloway
Built on the spot where Robert Burns wrote the ‘diels awa’ wi the exciseman’, the Cafe Royal is a very popular spot in Dumfries and Galloway.
Opened in 1967, it has more than 900 Google reviews and an average rating of 4.5 stars.
Opened in 1967, The Cafe Royal has more than 900 Google reviews and an average rating of 4.5 stars
The Chippie Van, Penrith, Cumbria
Serving the villages in the Eden Valley and south Carlisle for more than 15 years, The Chippie Van has won plenty of awards over the years and also caters weddings.
The Codfather, Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Aside from the amusing name, this chippy is serious about quality fish and chips.
The Codfather in Wakefield serves fresh, sustainably sourced fish wrapped in crisp batter, served with golden chips, a sprinkle of salt and vinegar and a portion of their homemade mushy peas.
The Fish at Goose Green, Wigan, Greater Manchester
Established in April 2019, The Fish at Goose Green is a multi-award-winning traditional fish and chip shop based in Wigan.
Customers praise its large portion sizes and variety of British comfort foods.
The Fish Bank, Sherburn in Elmet, North Yorkshire
Pictured: The Fish Bank, Sherburn in Elmet, North Yorkshire
Located in a former bank in the heart of Yorkshire, Fish Bank Sherburn proudly serves quality, sustainable and locally sourced fish and chips.
The Friary, Carrickfergus, Co Antrim
A Northern Irish takeaway called The Friary in Carrickfergus has been named as one of the top chip and fish outlets in the UK.
It prides itself on using only the finest and freshest ingredients to create food that will ‘fill your belly and warm your heart’.
The Hook of Clacton, Clacton on Sea, Essex
Overlooking the sea and Clacton Beach, this award-winning fish and chip shop has over 20 years of experience in the industry and hundreds of gushing reviews online.
The Oyster Shell, Bath, Somerset
A family-run business by a husband-and-wife team, The Oyster Shell is open five days a week for lunch and dinner, and describes itself as a ‘traditional chippy’.
Pictured: The Oyster Shell in Bath, Somerset
The Village Fish & Chips, Petts Wood, Orpington, Kent
Open six days a week, the restaurant and takeaway serves up freshly cut chips that are prepped in the kitchen daily, and offers a range of treats including cod, haddock, chicken bites, scampi and more.
Town Street Fryer, Marple Bridge, Stockport, Cheshire
Curry sauce or gravy? It’s your pick at Town Street Fryer in Cheshire
The award-winning Town Street Fryer can be found in a characterful, old brick building and offers a range of fish, chips and homemade pies.
Two Gates Fisheries, Shafton, Barnsley, South Yorkshire
This chippy has been around since 1935 and prides itself on offering good food sustainably, with solar panels and electric vehicles helping to provide Barnsley with impressive fish and chips.
Reece Head, competition organiser, said: ‘Another year has passed and, once again, these shops have shown resilience, adapting to today’s challenges with remarkable dedication. At a time when inflationary pressures are being felt, these businesses continue to stay positive and prioritise their customers, maintain exceptional standards, and find innovative ways to keep fish and chips affordable.’
