City’s best fish and chip shops – see who came out on top

But finding a good takeaway can be hard – so we wanted to help. 

We have put together a handy guide of the best chip shops in our city, according to Tripadvisor.

Your personal favourite might not have made the list – give it a shout-out in the comments below.

Bath Road Chippy was also included but sadly closed for good last week.

5. Crispy Cod

CHIP SHOP: The Crispy Cod (Image: Google)

The Crispy Cod in Pinkett Street comes 5th in the list with a 4-star rating out of 5 based on 40 reviews. 

Of the 40, 30 rated it excellent with one reviewer commenting: “We’ve tried a few places locally for fish and chips and nowhere comes close.

“Everything about this place is great – the people are so friendly, it’s beautifully clean and the fish and chips is fresh and delicious – as good as in any restaurant.”

4. Lyppards Fryer

CHIPPY: Lyppards Fryer (Image: Google)

Moving into fourth on the list is Lyppards Fryer with four stars out of 72 reviews.

A reviewer of the Ankerage Green chip shop said: “Absolutely excellent fish and chip meal, really pleasant service.

“Really tasty meals. Really nicely presented.”

3. Rainbow Hill Chippy

TAKEAWAY: Rainbow Hill Chippy (Image: Google)

In third place once again is Rainbow Hill Chippy.

The chip shop has a solid rating of 4 1/2 stars from 46 reviews – 39 of them rating the Astwood Road-based chip shop as excellent.

A reviewer earlier this month said: “An order for 17, take away, pre-ordered. All ready bang on time, excellently presented, beautiful fish with crunchy batter, chips lovely.

“Pies and sausages met with everybody’s approval.” 

2. Donnellys Fish & Chip Shop

RUNNER UP: Donnelly Fish and Chip Shop (Image: Google)

Narrowly the runner-up again is Donnellys in Bromwich Road.

It has a 4 1/2 rating, the same as the top spot, but only missing out due to the number of reviews at 92. 

TripAdviser were full of praise for the chippy, one writing: “These are best fish and chips I have ever tasted.

“You can always rely on the quality of the freshly cooked fish.”

1. Ambleside Fish Bar

NUMBER 1: Ambleside Fish Bar (Image: Google)

Remaining at the top of the list is Ambleside Fish Bar.

With a solid 4 1/2 stars from 354 reviews, the Ambleside Drive-based chippy remains the undisputed king.

A reviewer wrote earlier this month: “Omg the best.

“Do they even know what the meaning of small is – make sure you have an appetite but you won’t be disappointed.”