Best fish and chip shops by the sea in UK named – Scottish chippy takes crown

If you’re yearning for a saveloy and mushy peas on your next seaside outing, Betway has highlighted the top 12 fish and chip spots you should visit in the UK.

The ranking of these eateries was determined using a specialised index score, which took into account Instagram hashtags and views, as well as Tripadvisor ratings. The lower the index score, the higher the shop’s rank.

Topping the list is Oban Seafood Hut in Oban, Scotland. Renowned for its exceptional seafood from the West Coast, it’s no surprise this popular spot, known for its quick-selling fish and chips, secured first place.

The East Coast chippy, another quaint Scottish gem, followed closely behind in third.

Coming in second is Sole Bay Fish Company in Southwold, Norwich. This well-loved establishment is celebrated for its fresh, premium, and sustainably sourced seafood.

Trenchers, located in the charming seaside town of Whitby, took fourth place, with its local popularity and proximity to the scenic North York Moors.

Another Whitby favourite, Magpie Café, is also noted for its renowned fish and chips throughout Yorkshire.

Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar in Penzance also shared fourth place, offering highly recommended seafood in one of Cornwall’s most frequented fishing villages.

Noah’s in Bristol also features on the list, providing delightful riverside views with a superb meal.

Here are the top 12 fish and chip shops in the UK, ranked based on a composite index score from Google ratings, Tripadvisor, and Instagram:

Best fish and chip shops in the UK 

1. Oban Seafood Hut, Oban

2. Sole Bay Fish Company, Southwold

3. East Coast, Musselburgh, Scotland

4. Trenchers, Whitby

Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar, Penzance

5. Frankie’s Fish & Chips, Brae, Scotland

6. Jacksons, Newton Abbot, Devon

7. Magpie Café, Whitby

8. The Royal George, Appledore

Crab Shed Salcombe, Salcombe

9. The Proper Fish and Chips Co, Exmouth

10. Samphire, Whitstable

Fishtales, Bournemouth

11. Smithson’s Fish & Chips, Bournemouth

Noah’s, Bristol

12. Rockfish, Dartmouth