The best 15 fish and chip shops in Scotland

The best 15 fish and chip shops in Scotland


Food/Health

The dish, commonly called "fish & chips", can be enjoyed in the pub or on the go and consists of a large piece of fish fillet, cod or haddock, - covered with a thick layer of dough, before serving. to be immersed in boiling oil.

Fish and chips, a love story

Fish and chips  are a national insitution , Churchill called them « the good companions". During the two mondial wars, they helped to contribued to britains industrial prime. Many restaurant propose this meal, we will give you our favorites places.

1.Cromars. St Andrews, Fife. 

Established in 2013, Cromars won Best Fish and Chip Shop in the 2018 National Fish and Chip Shop Awards in Scotland.

2. Catch. Griffnock, Glasgow.

Stylish interior, sit-down restaurant and takeaway options with a menu more extensive than your regular fish and chip shop. Their homemade tartare sauce helps Catch stand out from its competitors.

3. The Chippy. Portree, Skye. 

Ideal for an affordable and tasty dinner, The Chippy offers outside picnic tables so you can enjoy a wonderful view whilst enjoying your fish supper.

4. The Bay Fish and Chips. Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire. 

One of many independent shops owned by a former UK Young Fish Frier of the Year Award. A modern shop offering baked or griddled fish in addition to the traditionally fried, battered fish for a healthier option.

5. L'Alba D'oro, Edinburgh. 

Opened in 1975, L'Alba D'oro is still run by the original owners and their son and has become a firm favourite with locals and tourists alike. 

6. The Plaice to Be. Pitlochry, Perthshire.

Offering a range of healthier grilled options, as well as a gluten-free menu The Plaice to Be is one of the favourite shops in Scotland.

7. Peppo's Harbour Chip Bar. Arbroath. 

Large portions, and wrapped in newspaper for the traditional fish supper, Peppo's makes number seven on the list.

8. The Fish Works, Largs. 

Established in 2017, The Fish-Works has rapidly become a favourite as a gastro-chippy overlooking the Largs promenade. Sustainably sourced ingredients are cooked to order.

9. Frankie's Fish and Chips, Shetland. 

The most northerly fish and chip shop in the British Isles, the fish is sourced from the waters surrounding Shetland, offering incredibly fresh food that is cooked to order.

10. Fochabers Fish Bar, Moray. 

Big portions and reasonable prices. Fochabers makes the list for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere in addition to great food.

11. Atlantic Fast Food, Coatbridge. 

A family-run traditional chip shop with a menu to reflect modern tastes including gluten-free and halal options.

12. Il Vicolo, Stirling. 

Opened in 1984, Il Vicolo offers traditional fish suppers as well as homemade pizzas, kebabs and pasta.

13. Moore's Fish and Chip Shop, Castle Douglas. 

Cooked to order, the menu includes traditional fish as well as smoked sausage, scampi, and pies from the local butcher to make it one of the top shops in Scotland.

14. The Plaice to Be, Kilmarnock. 

Fresh, non-greasy fish served with a smile. The light and fluffy chips see's the second Plaice to Be shop on the list.

15. The Wee Kelpie, Helensburgh. 

A traditional shop in Scotland that also offers calamari, scallops, mussels and haggis. Eat overlooking the nearby quay overlooking the beautiful Clyde.

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