23-06-2025
Cumbria chippy crowned the best in the region
CARLISLE'S own The Dante's Fish & Chips, Pizza & Kebab Grill House has been crowned by News & Star readers as the region's Best Chippy 2025.
The chippy, which is located on Shady Grove Road in Carlisle, celebrated its 15th birthday in April.
The chip shop and kebab takeaway offer everything from pizzas to burgers and of course, fish and chips.
Helin Sonmez, the manager was on hand to express his delight at the announcement.
He said: 'We would like to thank all of our customers for making winning the best chippy 2025 award possible! We are very overwhelmed and proud and we would like to thank everyone who voted for us as this wouldn't be possible without your continued support.
'We are incredibly humbled, receiving this award recognises the hard work of our staff and the consistency of the food we serve."
Helin added: 'Given the current economy we are thankful business is well. Our most popular item off the menu would be our renowned fish and chips followed by our chicken kebab.'
Dante's, which sits in the middle of Raffles, sees many regular customers however some travel from further afield to pick up their takeaway.
The team are currently working hard to open their new Turkish restaurant inside the former Black Lion in Durdar.
Helin said: 'We hope to see you all soon for the opening of our new venture DORA.'
Dante's is open from 11am until 10pm, Monday to Friday and 3pm until 10pm on Sunday.
