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    Britain Britain's best fish and chip shops have been announced - did your favourite win a trophy?

    By Siobhan McFadyen - The Mirror




    Industry bosses rolled out the red carpet for the ‘Oscars’ of the fish frying industry in London this week.

    The National Fish & Chip Awards judges cast their net far and wide having trawled the nation for the last year to find the most delicious dishes in Britain.

    And they've picked their top friers from around the country following the bash at the Lancaster London Hotel.

    Fish and chips are by far one of the nation's favourite meals with millions of families picking up the treat every week - even Prime Minister David Cameron is a fan.

    But did your fish and chip shop come up trumps?


    Firm favourite: David Cameron dines in style down the chippy

    National Award National Winners

    1st Place: Simpsons Fish & Chips



    The nation's favourite hails from Cheltenham is loved by locals who give it top ratings on trip advisor.

    They even do a gluten free menu.

    One happy customer called Simon H said: "Bought fish and chips for the family before embarking on a healthy January.

    "Fish was well cooked with great batter.

    "Chips were just right not soggy and the nut oil gives a great taste.

    "Not the cheapest but you get what you pay for.

    "Would highly recommend."

    Their Prime Fillet of Cod with chips costs £9.00 while menu offerings include the homemade pea fritter and whole langoustine tails.

    2nd Place: Kingfisher Fish & Chips



    Based at Chaddlewood Shopping Centre in Plympton, Devon Kingfisher Fish & Chips keeps their customers coming back for more thanks in part to their responsible fishing.

    As customer Trevor S says: "Well worth their awards.

    "Responsible fishing and great service.

    "Friendly and somewhere to sit when waiting for your food."

    A Kingfisher Cod with chips will set you back £4.95 while they offer cheese and onion fritters, beans and onion rings on the side.

    3rd Place National: The Cod’s Scallops



    This Nottingham based chippy is loved by locals and travellers alike.

    And it's not just a take-away with room to sit down.

    Their fish is delivered daily and they do their best to take from sustainable supplies.

    The Cod's Scallops buy direct from Brixham on the Devon coast, Cromer on the East, Filey on the North East coast and Fraserborough, Scotland where some of the best fish in the world is landed.

    Emma H thinks they're amazing, she said: "This place really does do the best fish and chips in Nottingham.

    "Sat in on a Friday night.

    "Quick service, beautiful fish in lovely batter.

    "Such a treat!"


    British fish and chips

    Regional Winning Shops

    Region: Scotland - St Andrews - Cromars



    This St Andrews staple came top north of the border, and their menu says 'Where fish meets friend' and they are most certainly rolling out the red carpet for customers getting top ratings from their loyal clientelle.

    An 11oz jumbo haddock and chips supper costs £10.50 and is perfect for sharing.

    If you're still feeling peckish then the Amity scallops or their crispy whitebait which goes down a treat.

    As customer Amyizzy11 says: "Fish supper was delicious and the tartar sauce was the best I've tasted.

    "You do have to wait a bit but it's worth it to have nice fresh cooked fish.

    "A bit pricier than my local chippy but you get what you pay for."

    Region: Wales - Hikary's Fish Bar



    Hikary's Fish Bar in Neath Port Talbot aims to deliver top quality hand prepared food on site from locally sourced produce.

    And as a family business they pride themselves in serving up delicious freshly prepared fish & chips, high standards of service and food.

    And it seems that it is a family favourite particularly for Justine J who goes after "fat club," she says: "My family have fish and chips from here every Wednesday, they are absolutely amazing, I used to go to a rival down the road but changed to Hikarys after them winning best chippy in Wales, I wouldn't go anywhere else now."

    A large cod costs £3.90 and you can add chips for £1, better still if you're in a hurry you can call up and order in advance.

    Region: Northern Ireland - The Dolphin Takeaway



    Described as having some of the tastiest fish and chips in Northern Ireland it's no wonder The Dolphin Takeaway in Dungannon took the top prize. The County Tyrone based chippy has a developed quite the following and their customers are definitely happy.

    Roisin K describes it at excellent and says: "First class service.

    "Cod fish supper to die for!

    "Nothing to say other than well worth a visit and you will find the food delicious."

    Region: North East England - Mister C’s



    Mister C’s first opened in 1981 but became so successful they upgraded to a new location on Micklegate in 1986.

    The family-run business still uses the same batter recipe they used on the day they opened, 35 years ago.

    Their Icelandic fish is frozen within four hours of being caught and is served up with the finest potatoes Yorkshire and Lincolnshire have.

    Paul D on trip advisor says: "Great fish and chips at a great price.

    "You always get great service in here and the fact that people are queuing out of the door most nights says that it's great!"

    Look out for Mister C’s Large Haddock which costs £4.40 and look out for their very own 'special sauce.'

    Region: North West England - Hodgson’s Chippy



    Run by Nigel Hodgson and his wife Linda since 1988 who have been serving up delicious treats in Lancaster for two decades.

    The pair even had to sell their house and move about the shop to make their dreams come true.

    Hodgson's Fish and Chips are prepared fresh daily, they source their fish responsibly from sustainable stocks and use potatoes from the fields of Pilling.

    Trip advisor user Lovestoeat93 is a fan, they say: "The staff at Hodgsons were impeccable and I have never tasted better quality fish!

    "The customer service was fab and they really went the extra mile to give me a good experience.

    "I could taste the quality, A must try!!!"

    Region: Midlands - Simpsons Fish & Chips



    Fish and chips have run in the Simpson family for nearly 40 years - which is probably why they are Britain's best!

    They say that: "Fish and chips should consist of good old, no nonsense natural ingredients... fish, potato and batter - thats it!"

    Their batter has no MSG, salt or bulking agents and no artificial colours or flavouring.

    Which is why their customers always go back for more.

    Region: Eastern England - The Cod’s Scallops



    Run by John Molnar in Wollaton, The Cod's Scallops is a multi award winning restaurant.

    Alongside classic fish and chips cooked in real beef dripping, their menu includes the freshest fish deep fried in their own secret recipe batter.

    They also offer home-made pies, sausages and seasonal specials include braised lamb shanks, faggots and onion gravy and “posh fish pie”.

    Region: London & South East England - Papa's Barn



    Papa's Barn in Ditton, Kent is not only a state of the art fish and chippy where you can even wash your meal down with a libation - but it's also been on TV.

    This licensed chip shop offers up a mouth watering menu using Maris Piper Potatoes and fish bought daily from trawlers off Peterhead and from Billingsgate Market.

    A large cod costs £5.60 while a fish burger is a snip at £2.80 and it's a great family hang out according to Ben3711 on trip advisor, he says: "Brilliant lunch today.

    "I took my great grandma who's just turned 100 along with my sister and niece.

    "Fantastic food all round, portion sizes great for us all.

    "Saved room for cheesecake, and it was delicious as ever.

    "Also waitress attentive even though the restaurant was full!

    "Unfortunately didn't catch her name, but we all will return!"

    Region: Central & South England - Cox's of Letchworth



    This chippy is a big draw in Letchworth offering a warm welcome to customers old and new.

    And not only is their shop one of the most popular in the region they deliver piping hot food to events too!

    A regular haddock costs £4.20 and cod roe is a bargain at £1.80.

    Tony V says: "An excellent Chippy with fresh fish and quality varied menu if standard cod isn't your thing.

    "The food is always freshly cooked and the owner has carved himself an enviable reputation as being a man of pride in his food

    "Consistency excellent and queue outside of the door on Winter Friday's is a sign of a good venue!

    Region: South & West England - Kingfisher Fish & Chips



    Plympton based Kingfisher came runner up in the overall competition and it's no wonder customers like them with their ratings being top notch on trip advisor.

    But their real claim is fame is that they hold the record for the most sustainable seafood menu in the world, by having 12 MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) seafood species on their menu.

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    I love fish and chips, so simple yet so delicious

    One of the few things I miss about living near the ocean, the seafood

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    not a big fan myself

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    Quote Originally Posted by redred View Post
    not a big fan myself

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    Quote Originally Posted by Teh One Who Knocks View Post
    I love fish and chips, so simple yet so delicious

    One of the few things I miss about living near the ocean, the seafood
    Ditto, can't beat a good fish supper There's an Italian chippy in Perth that does awesome fish................... and now i'm hungry................ might have to pay them a visit after work tonight

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    You need to go to the winner from the Scotland region

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    Quote Originally Posted by Teh One Who Knocks View Post
    You need to go to the winner from the Scotland region
    The two best ones in Scotland are Valente's in Kircaldy and the Anstruther Fish Bar, not some upmarket pish in St.Andrews, that's for the tourists

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    They didn't win any award

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    Quote Originally Posted by Teh One Who Knocks View Post
    They didn't win any award
    Won plenty over the years

    http://www.anstrutherfishbar.co.uk/awards.html

    Valente's don't have a webpage but i've seen the dozens of awards on their walls and tasted their fish

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    I'm fucking starving now

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    Quote Originally Posted by Goofy View Post
    Valente's don't have a webpage but i've seen the dozens of awards on their walls and tasted their fish
    Hearsay, it's not admissible in a court of law

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    Quote Originally Posted by Goofy View Post
    I'm fucking starving now
    Head on up to St. Andrews then

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    Quote Originally Posted by Teh One Who Knocks View Post
    Hearsay, it's not admissible in a court of law
    Ask any Scotsman

    Quote Originally Posted by Teh One Who Knocks View Post
    Head on up to St. Andrews then
    Im not a tourist

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    Go to St. Andrews!

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    Im getting fish and chips for lunch now I think






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