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Daily Record
2 days ago
- Daily Record
The Scottish seaside chippy perfect for National Fish and Chip Day takeaway
The popular eatery has won numerous awards over the years. Friday, June 6 marks National Fish and Chip Day. As the name suggests, the annual holiday is all about celebrating fish and chips. There is no wrong time of year to enjoy a fish supper. However, with National Fish and Chip Day falling at the start of summer, now seems like the perfect opportunity to enjoy a quality takeaway. Unsurprisingly, you have plenty of options when it comes to chippies in Scotland. Whether you live in a tiny village or a major city, there likely won't be a fish and chip shop too far away. However, if you are looking to truly celebrate National Fish and Chip Day in style, there are a few takeaways that are a cut above the rest. The Daily Record recently rounded up 10 of the best fish and chip shops across Scotland perfect for a summer chippy. One chippy that combines top-quality food and spectacular surroundings is the Anstruther Fish Bar. Situated in the lovely fishing village of Anstruther in the East Neuk of Fife, the eatery makes for a great day-trip destination. The Anstruther Fish Bar is a family-owned business that has long delighted both locals and holidaymakers. All of its seafood is locally caught and landed, while every dish is freshly prepared to order. The chippy serves up a wide selection of fish, including haddock, lemon sole, and hake. Also available are Pittenweem prawns and a 'Catch of the Day'. According to the Anstruther Fish Bar website, its light and crispy batter comes from a "secret recipe". The eatery claims that only four fryers know the method. Additionally, customers can also enjoy various chippy classics such as sausages in batter, haggis, and beef steak pie. Also available are pizzas, burgers, and even curry. The restaurant and takeaway offers both indoor and outdoor seating. When the sun is shining, its outside area is the perfect spot to soak in the stunning coastal views while eating. Over the years, the Anstruther Fish Bar has won a large number of awards. These include the Seafish Fish and Chip Shop of the Year, Food Awards Scotland's Takeaway of the Year Award, and Scottish Fish & Chip Awards' People's Choice Award. In addition to its numerous accolades, the Anstruther Fish Bar has earned highly positive feedback from customers. At the moment, the chippy has an overall rating of 4.5 out of five on Google based on 7,262 reviews. One recent visitor shared: "Excellent food freshly cooked to order. Busy restaurant and takeaway but worth it. "Very friendly staff. Will be back when in the area again. Keep up the good work." Another posted: "Absolutely incredible. Best chippy I've ever had. "They say original is best and that shines through with this chippy. Perfectly crispy batter and perfectly cooked fish. "Chips were done really well, and the curry sauce was phenomenal. "We sat outside on the flat granite stones outside which absorb a bit of the sun so very nice. Seating options outside and a ramp for wheelchair users inside."
Daily Record
16-05-2025
- Daily Record
The Scottish seaside village home to two of the country's top fish and chip shops
The chippies have earned rave reviews from critics and customers alike. Scotland's many seaside towns and villages are a great place to head when the temperature warms up. They all have something unique to offer, but if it is good fish and chips you are after then one place stands above the rest. Anstruther is a coastal village in Fife, around an hour and a half out of Edinburgh by car. The fishing village, which is situated in the East Neuk of Fife along the Fife Coastal Path, is home to a population of around 4,000 people. A popular destination among day-trippers and holidaymakers alike, top sights in Anstruther include its historic harbour and the Scottish Fisheries Museum. The village is also just a short distance from a number of fabulous sandy beaches. What Anstruther is arguably most famous for, however, is its world-class fish and chip shops. Two chippies in particular have earned acclaim from both critics and visitors. The Anstruther Fish Bar is tucked along Anstruther's scenic harbour-front and is a family-owned business that serves up fish suppers that customers often eat at the picturesque seating area opposite the shop. Only four people in the world are said to know the secret recipe for the restaurant and takeaway's renowned light and crispy batter. The eatery has a huge and varied menu that includes everything from Scottish haddock deep fried in batter to lemon sole in breadcrumbs. It also offers pizzas and burgers, and even home-made curry. The Anstruther Fish Bar has won many awards throughout the years. It has been named Seafish Fish and Chip Shop of the Year, Takeaway of the Year and more. As we previously reported, the Anstruther Fish Bar was also praised by a top online reviewer as "perfect". Danny Malin from the YouTube channel Rate My Takeaway, who reviews takeaways all across the UK, described the food at the chippy as "full of flavour" and "absolutely fantastic". It isn't just critics that the Anstruther Fish Bar is popular with. The takeaway currently has an average rating of 4.5 out of five based on 7,218 reviews on Google. One happy customer shared: "Food was delicious, so fresh and not greasy. Smoked fishcakes were very nice too. "I've cream conveniently placed for a cheeky wee scoop on departure. Only downside is a queue and a long wait but the taste is worth it." Another positive review reads: "Always the best fish and chips In beautiful surroundings. From first bite to last, they are simply the best." Elsewhere, Anstruther is also home to The Wee Chippy takeaway. The family-owned business prides itself on its fresh produce, with its local seafood supplier "delivering fish second to none" according to The Wee Chippy website. The takeaway fries to order in vegetable oil utilising a "tried and tested method". As a result, the takeaway's batter is known by visitors for being light and crispy. The Wee Chippy's takeaway menu includes classics such as battered or breaded haddock suppers, fishcakes, and wholetail scampi. It also offers a gluten and dairy-free menu. Similar to the Anstruther Fish Bar, it has been recognised with a range of awards. The eatery has received prizes from The Food Awards Scotland, The Scottish Takeaway Awards, and the Scottish Fish and Chip Awards. Also like The Anstruther Fish Bar, The Wee Chippy has an overall score of 4.5 out of five on Google. It has received 1,627 reviews from customers. One posted: "Heard great things about here and was very excited to try it. After a 10 to 15 minute wait I wasn't disappointed. "Easily up there with the best fish supper I've tasted. Chips were spot on, batter not too hard or soft and the fish very fresh and tasty. Can't recommend enough." Another echoed: "Other chippies may be available, but this one came recommended by locals and did not disappoint. We had a fish cake supper and a haggis supper. Freshly cooked, beautifully flavoured, not greasy, and great value."
