New map shows 11 best fish and chip shops across UK's seaside towns (2025)

Find the nearest and greatest chippies, as a new map has revealed the top 11 seaside fish and chips shops in the UK - with one location having six must-try spots that you shouldn't miss out on

Fish and chips are a staple in the UK, with a chippy tea at the end of the week is a tradition for many. There isn’t anything that can top a warm plate of delicious cod or haddock, French fries and mushy peas. Even better if it is by the seaside.

The National Federation of Fish Friers released the Top 40 Fish and Chip Shops around the country, The Mirror reported. Andrew Crook, president of the National Federation of Fish Friers, said: “Making the top 40 fish and chip Takeaway of the Year list is a huge achievement for these outlets that have all worked extremely hard to make it on there and all of which have had to go through a rigorous judging process by a panel of fish and chip experts.”

“Each and every one will be dishing up delicious portions of the finest fish and chips so if you’re lucky enough to live locally to one of the shops mentioned or are keen to visit one, then it’s 100% worth it.”

According to the reports, the best place to enjoy the highest quality fish and chips is located in the coastal town of Stonehaven in Aberdeenshire, hence the number of fish and chips restaurants and takeaway shops in the area.

Kellaway’s Fish and Chips in Truro ranked third on the list of the best 40 fish and chips takeaways in the UK. With a rating of 3.9 stars on TripAdvisor and 90% of satisfaction on their Facebook profile, one happy customer wrote: "Gave it a go as it's our local chippy. Delicious food & polite staff. Have been going there for our fish & chips cravings ever since. Can't knock it. I think it's reasonably priced too for a family treat. App is a lifesaver when you have your hungry little terrors with you. Thanks!"

Another reviewer said: "Absolutely the best chippy! Super crispy batter and delicious chips and batter bits if you ask for them. I wouldn’t go anywhere else. The staff are always pleasant and helpful and the food is cooked to order so it’s always super fresh. 100% recommend."

Best eaten by the seaside and praised for their quality, here’s the list of the 11 best fish and chip shops across the UK’s seaside towns.

Cornwall

• Kellaway’s Fish and Chips, Truro

Devon

• Taffs Fish and Chips, Torrington

Somerset

• The Oyster Shell, Bath

Kent

• Newington Fish Bar, Ramsgate

Norfolk

• French’s Fish Shop, Wells-next-the-sea

Lincolnshire

• Elite on the Bail, Lincoln

Aberdeenshire

• Carron Fish Bar, Stonehaven
• Garioch Fish Bar, Inverurie
• Lows Traditional Fish & Chips (Berryden), Aberdeen
• Mike’s Famous Fish & Chips (Blackburn), Aberdeen
• Redclock Fish Bar, Stonehaven
• Sea Salt + Sole, Aberdeen

Ayrshire

• The Fish Works, Largs

Fife

• The Wee Chippy, Anstruther

Inverness-shire

• Hilton Chip Shop, Inverness

Glamorgan

• Posh Fish and Chips (Llandaff), Cardiff
• Zero Plus Fish & Chips, Cardiff