In Great Britain, the 40 best fish and chips have been named: the complete list of establishments.

40 best fish and chips in Great Britain announced

According to The Sun: Recently, the 40 best places to enjoy fish and chips in Great Britain were revealed. This is your only chance to check if your favorite establishment is on the list.

These establishments participate in the annual National Fish and Chips competition, which is considered one of the most prestigious in the country.

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The award ceremony will take place in February 2026, and in the meantime, a shortlist of 40 establishments has been presented.

The battle for the award

This competition has 14 categories, but the main focus is on the most prestigious award – “Fast Food of the Year”.

Establishments from the list will compete for the title against the current holder – Yarm Road Fish & Chips from Darlington, County Durham.

“Winning the award in 2025 was the proudest moment of our business life,” said co-owner and manager Will Burrell.

“We transformed from a busy shop into a wildly popular spot overnight – and it doesn’t look like it will slow down anytime soon!”

“We will be sad to pass on the trophy, but we can’t wait to see the incredible fish and chips that will showcase our wonderful industry and continue to develop it!”

Expert evaluation

Experts will evaluate each establishment across the country based on food quality, hygiene, environmental and operational sustainability, customer service, and industry knowledge.

The President of the National Federation of Fish Friers (NFFF), which organizes the awards, noted: “We received a fantastic collection of applications for Fast Food of the Year – it is a badge of honor that many in the industry strive for, and we are very excited to see new names on the list.”

He also added that this will be “an unforgettable experience for the new top 40 fast foods,” which, according to him, will feature “an impressive showcase of skill, tradition, and innovation.”

The list will be narrowed down to 20 for the semifinals before the awards take place next year. The final will reduce this list to 10 before the winner is announced next February.

Did your favorite make the list?

This year, the shortlist includes establishments from all corners of the country – from coastal regions to rural areas and large cities.

London is represented by two top establishments: Stones Fish & Chips in Acton and Brockley’s Rock in Brockley. The southwest has several establishments, from Kellaway’s Fish and Chips in Truro to Henbury Fryer in Bristol.

Four establishments from Yorkshire will compete against each other, including The Fish Bank in Sherburn-in-Elmet and Shaw’s Fish and Chips from Dodworth in Barnsley.

In the northwest, there are three establishments, including Portland’s Fish & Chips in Liverpool.

Establishments from Wales and Scotland are also strong contenders: from Hilton Chip Shop in Iwonne to 'O My Cod in Bridgend. And Northern Ireland is represented by The Merchant Fish and Chips in Ballymena.

These are just a few of the best in Britain this year, with dozens more competing for the title of best in 2026.

Complete list of the best fish and chips in Great Britain:

Henbury Fryer, Bristol

Kellaway’s Fish and Chips, Truro

Bells Fish and Chips, Durham

Grandpa’s Fish Bar, Durham

Alan’s Fish and Chips, Cullompton

Emerald Fish Bar, Newton Abbott

Taffs Fish and Chips, Torrington

The Fish Inn, Clacton-on-Sea

Taylors, Stockport

Mister Pink’s, Lymington

Mike’s Traditional Fish & Chips, Eastleigh

Lewis’s Fish and Grill, Maidstone

Newington Fish Bar, Ramsgate

Westend Fish and Chips, Oswaldtwistle

Catch 22, Tattershall

Hunters Fish and Chips, Louth

Brockley’s Rock, Brockley

Stones Fish and Chips, Acton

Portland’s Fish & Chips, Liverpool

Harrison’s Fish & Chip Co., Oxford

Knights Fish Restaurant, Glastonbury

Orwell Fish & Chips, Felixstowe

Tulula’s Fish & Chips, Halesworth

Seafare Guildford

Harbury Catch, Warwick

Hawthorn Fish Bar, Birmingham

Mister C’s, Selby

Shaws Fish and Chips of Dodworth, Barnsley

The Fish Bank, Sherburn-in-Elmet

The Scrap Box, York

Finney’s Fish and Chips, Benllech

O’ My Cod, Bridgend

Zero Plus Fish & Chips, Cardiff

Dolphin Fish and Chips, The Parrog Goodwick

The Merchant Fish & Chips, Ballymena

Garioch Fish Bar, Inverurie

Lows Traditional Fish & Chips (Berryden), Aberdeen

The Fish Works, Largs

The Wee Chippy, Anstruther

Hilton Chip Shop, Inverness.

It is worth noting that the annual National Fish and Chips competition showcases not only traditional flavors of British cuisine but also the diversity of establishments striving for high standards of service and product quality. Developments in this industry can be followed during the semifinals and finals, which will take place soon, so it’s worth staying tuned for further news.