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Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Daily Mirror
Tiny Scottish town that's home to two of the UK's best fish and chip shops
Stonehaven, on the Aberdeenshire coast, has a population of 11,000 but boasts four chippies, two of which have been named among the best in the UK by a prestigious industry body For lovers of fish and chips in Scotland, Stonehaven on the stunning Aberdeenshire coast is the ultimate destination. This town, known as the birthplace of the legendary battered Mars Bar, has secured its place in British culinary history. Despite its modest population of just over 11,000, Stonehaven boasts four chip shops catering to locals, tourists, and day-trippers alike. Impressively, two of these were named among the UK's top 40 by the National Federation of Fish Friers, as reported by the Scottish Daily Express. Redcloak Fish Bar and Carron Fish Bar both earned spots on the list, with customers praising the quality of their fare. Redcloak, nestled away from the famous harbour, is famed for its particularly tasty fish, while the Carron claims to be the birthplace of the legendary deep-fried Mars bar, although it was known as Haven Chip Bar at the time, according to the Daily Record. Google reviews suggest that the Carron shares the top spot in the town with Bay Fish and Chips, a firm local favourite that has collected more than 90 awards over the years. However, it is John Davie, the owner of the Carron, who is credited with first frying a Mars Bar there in 1992, reports the Express. Even Meyden, the lesser-known chippie, boasts an impressive 4.2-star rating with numerous glowing five-star reviews. Aberdeenshire is a haven for chip shops, boasting six of Scotland's top ten establishments as ranked by the National Federation, all nestled in or near Aberdeen. Stonehaven isn't just famed for its excellent fish and chips. Its beach, a blend of sand and pebble, was honoured with a Keep Scotland Beautiful award earlier this year for its cleanliness, facilities, and accessibility. The lively harbour invites visitors to enjoy a leisurely stroll to burn off those extra calories, while the Stonehaven Tolbooth Museum on the waterfront provides a glimpse into the town's history. Just a stone's throw away, the dramatic ruins of Dunnotter Castle perch atop a 160-foot rock, creating one of Scotland's most iconic views. The cliffs surrounding Stonehaven are home to tens of thousands of seabirds, and the town becomes a hive of activity during the famous Stonehaven Fireballs event, which rings in the New Year with a fiery spectacle. Located about 15 miles south of Aberdeen, Stonehaven can be reached by car from Glasgow or Edinburgh in roughly two and a half hours. In other news, Scotland's favourite fish and chip shop was recently revealed in the eagerly awaited Deliveroo Restaurant Awards. Sea Salt and Sole, with four outlets across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, in Dyce, Bridge of Don, Cove, and Ellon, scooped the title of Best Fish and Chips in Scotland 2025. Famed for its use of fresh, locally caught fish and ingredients sourced from the surrounding area, Sea Salt and Sole has become a favourite among food enthusiasts thanks to its signature double-cooked chips that perfectly complement a variety of dishes. The menu is seasonally adjusted, with careful consideration given to every detail, from the type of potatoes used to the precise frying temperatures.
Scottish Sun
28-05-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Fish and chip shop crowned best in Scotland, with super fresh haddock & unique chips
Scroll down to see what the judges said FRYING HIGH Fish and chip shop crowned best in Scotland, with super fresh haddock & unique chips Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SCOTLAND'S best fish and chip shop has been crowned in this year's annual takeaway awards. A total of 65 titles up were up for grabs from independent restaurant to the top kebab. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Sea Salt and Sole is known for its fresh haddock and unique chips 2 Luke Littler handed out one of the awards Over 160,000 votes were cast by loyal Deliveroo fans over three weeks to crown no less than 50 regional cuisine-led winners in the delivery giant's Restaurant Awards 2025. And coming out top in the fish and chip category was Sea Salt and Sole in Aberdeen. The takeaway, which has four locations in the city and surrounding area, commits to sourcing its haddock daily to provide ycustomes with a fresh, delicious fish supper from sustainable suppliers. Meanwhile, the chips are just as important. The Deliveroo team said: "Implementing an alternative approach to fish and chips using freshly caught fish and locally sourced ingredients, they are well known for their double-cooked chips, which come with many of their dishes. "As the seasons change, so do their recipes – everything from potato varieties to precise frying temperatures will vary." Rikki Pirie, Director at Sea Salt and Sole, said: "Wow, we've won! It's incredible to be named Deliveroo's Best Fish & Chips in Scotland. "Huge thanks to everyone who voted – your support means everything. We're looking forward to serving up our award-winning fish and chips to Aberdeen locals for a long time to come." The Luke Littler x Deliveroo Kebab Award, fronted by the UK darts champion himself, saw a shortlist of ten Littler-approved restaurants go head-to-head in a public vote to crown the nation's best kebab spot, Sqew Shawarma Bar from Leeds has won the title after securing backing from local kebab fans in just two weeks. Meanwhile, Deliveroo's Independent Restaurant of the Year 2025 has been won by CRUNCH from London after the five regional finalists, including Big Mannys' Pizza from Scotland, battled it out at a cook-off held at Deliveroo Editions in London. How many calories are in your favourite fish and chip shop order It was judged by Deliveroo's CEO and founder, Will Shu, returning judge, food critic and journalist Jimi Famurewa and the awards' youngest ever judge, TV Chef and personality, Tilly Ramsay. Competing finalists had 45 minutes to cook their most popular Deliveroo main dish to the panels' discerning taste buds. CRUNCH's most popular Deliveroo dish, the "Patty Melt", dazzled judges with its "next level" flavours. Jimi Famurewa, food critic and Deliveroo restaurant awards judge, said: "Each finalist brought something unique and delicious to the table, making the final decision incredibly tough for us. "However, CRUNCH from London stood out amongst the fierce competition, showcasing immense creativity, fine dining-level technique and mindblowing flavour that impressed us all."
