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15 of the best fish & chip shops in Scotland
Scotland is the perfect place for a fish supper by the sea on a beautiful summer’s night. We’ve found you 15 spots to enjoy the best fish and chips in Scotland.
The following list was created by VisitScotland to showcase a range of experiences. It isn’t ranked in any specific order.
- 1
Fish & Chips on The Waterfront
Fife
Fish and Chips on The Waterfront
Why Fish & Chips on The Waterfront?
- Serve sustainable Scottish haddock as well as an array of chip shop delicacies
- Food available to order via Facebook
Before and after your fish & chips:
- Enjoy the sea breeze at Billow Ness beach
- Find your next favourite tipple at Aeble Cider Shop
- 2
Anstruther Fish Bar
Fife
Anstruther Fish Bar, Fife
Why the Anstruther Fish Bar?
- Multi award-winning
- Finest quality seafood sustainably sourced every morning
- Extensive seafood menu including Scottish haddock, halibut, hake, lemon sole, crab and lobster
Before your fish & chips:
- Explore the Scottish Fisheries Museum
- Take a boat trip to the Isle of May
- 3
The Fish Works
Largs, Ayrshire
The Fish Works
Why The Fish Works?
- Amazing views from the promenade of Cumbrae, Arran and Bute
- Fresh food, handmade and expertly cooked in a traditional way
- Dedicated to sustainability, using biodegradable packaging, paper bags and wooden forks
Before and after your fish & chips:
- Take the ferry over to Cumbrae
- Enjoy the traditional Waverley paddlesteamer during the summer
- 4
Cromars
St Andrews, Fife
Cromars Fish & Chips
Why Cromars?
- High quality fresh produce
- Outdoor seating area with canopy and heaters
- Also serve local beers and ales
Before your fish & chips:
- Check out the famous Old Course at St Andrews
- Enjoy a bracing walk along the West Sands beach
- 5
The Fishmarket
Edinburgh
Royal Yacht Britannia
Why The Fishmarket?
- Menu includes fish & chips, oysters, langoustines and local beer
- View looks out over fishing boats and a lighthouse to the Forth bridges
Before your fish & chips:
- Take a tour of nearby Royal Yacht Britannia
- Hop on and off the The Regal Bus Tour which stops nearby
- 6
Tailend
St Andrews, Fife and Dundee
V&A Dundee
© VisitScotland / Kenny Lam
Why Tailend?
- Award-winning seafood restaurant with casual dining
- Family-run business for over four generations
- Also offer local delicacy, Arbroath Smokies
Before your fish & chips:
- Visit the V&A Dundee and waterfront area
- Explore Dundee Science Centre
- 7
The Bay
Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire
The Bay Fish and Chip shop, Stonehaven
Why The Bay?
- Recommended in Lonely Planet’s Ultimate Eatlist
- Focus on local food and sustainable produce
- Try the award-winning fishcakes
Before your fish & chips:
- Explore the stunning Dunnottar Castle
- Check out our Aberdeenshire Coastal Trail itinerary
- 8
Frankie's Fish & Chips
Brae, Shetland
The Eshaness Cliffs
Why Frankie's?
- Best fish and chip shop in the UK 2015
- Premium and sustainable Shetland seafood
Before and after your fish & chips:
- Take a short walk to Isleburgh chambered cairn or along the dramatic cliffs at Eshaness
- If conditions are right, you might even be able to catch the Northern Lights
- 9
Fochabers Fish Bar
Moray
East Beach is found in Lossiemouth, a seaside town in Moray Speyside
Why Fochabers Fish Bar?
- Best fish and chip shop in Scotland 2017
- Family-run traditional shop
- Highest quality produce cooked fresh to order
Before and after your fish & chips:
- Walk the Speyside Way, a long-distance route from Aviemore to Buckie
- 10
Giacopazzi's
Eyemouth
Two children eating fish and chips at Giacopazzi's
© VisitScotland / Gareth Easton
Why Giacopazzi's?
- Multi award-winning
- Offers both fish and chips and ice cream
- Gluten free fish and chicken available
Before and after your fish & chips:
- Highlights of Eyemouth’s calendar include the Herring Queen Festival in July and the Lifeboat Weekend in August
- The popular Berwickshire Coastal Path passes through Eyemouth en-route from Berwick to St Abbs
- 11
Oban Fish & Chip Shop
Argyll
Oban Harbour and Pulpit Hill seen from McCaigs Tower at dawn
Why the Oban Fish & Chip Shop?
- Family-run business in the town centre
- Recommended by Rick Stein
- Specialities include locally caught squat lobsters, house fish pie and salt and pepper squid
Before and after your fish & chips:
- The town itself is home to Oban Distillery and Oban Chocolate Company
- Catch one of the ferries out to the islands for the day
- 12
The Chippy
Portree, Isle of Skye
Portree harbour
© VisitScotland / Kenny Lam
Why The Chippy?
- Right on the harbour with beautiful views
Before and after your fish & chips:
- Portree itself is a busy town with plenty of shops and boat cruises
- 13
Tobermory Fish & Chip Van
Tobermory, Isle of Mull
Tobermory, Isle of Mull
© VisitScotland / John Duncan
Why the Fish & Chip Van?
- Only the best quality seafood supplied daily
- Specialities include fresh king scallops
- Once visited by Prince Charles!
Before your fish & chips:
- Tobermory Distillery is just a two minute walk away
- 14
Catch Fish & Chips
Glasgow
Glasgow
Why Catch?
- Three locations in the city – Giffnock, Netherlee and the West End
- Described as posh modern day neighbourhood fish and chip shop
- Menu includes lobster, halibut and langoustine tails
Before and after your fish & chips:
- Explore Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum near the West End shop
- Take a walk in Rouken Glen Country Park near the Giffnock shop
- Visit Linn Park, nature reserve and waterfall, near the Netherlee shop
- 15
The Real Food Café
Tyndrum
The Real Food Café
Why The Real Food Café?
- Award-winning café
- Uses sustainably sourced fish
- Also offer gluten-free fish & chips
Before and after your fish & chips:
- Walk the West Highland Way which passes through Tyndrum
- Tyndrum is an important transport hub in the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park
Key facilities- Accessible Parking Or Drop-off Point
- Level access to dining room, cafe or restaurant
- Level Access
- Accessible toilets
- Parking
- Pets Welcome
- WiFi
- Vegetarian/Vegan
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