Fish and chips in Nottingham: 10 of the best takeaway & delivery shops, according to TripAdvisor reviews

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Nottingham has a selection of fish and chip shops that serve the traditional British dish to a high standard

Fish and chips is considered the ultimate classic British cuisine, with millions regularly heading to their local takeaways to indulge in the comfort food.

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But what makes a ‘chippy’ outstanding? Many foodies will agree that the perfect chips have to be golden on the outside, while light and fluffy on the inside. The fish needs to be flaky and succulent, with a light and crispy batter. A sprinkling of salt and vinegar is often crucial to finish off the indulgent feast.

If you’re looking for the best fish and chip shops in Nottingham, look no further, as we’ve compiled a list of the 10 best eateries in the area, according to Tripadvisor reviews.

Fish and chips is considered the ultimate classic British cuisine, pure indulgent comfort food. (Photo Credit: Adobe) Fish and chips is considered the ultimate classic British cuisine, pure indulgent comfort food. (Photo Credit: Adobe)
Fish and chips is considered the ultimate classic British cuisine, pure indulgent comfort food. (Photo Credit: Adobe) | Alena - stock.adobe.com

Top 10 best named fish and chip shops:

Oakdale Chippy 

Rating: 5 out of 5 - 200 reviews

Where: 106 Oakdale Rd, Nottingham, NG3 7EH

The Oakdale Chippy has been a family business for decades and has consistently been ranked first, thanks to its loyal customers. The chippy is regularly praised for their quality of food, friendly service and value for money.

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The shop, which is known for its big portions, gives customers the choice to make their order online and have the food delivered to their door. The Oakdale Chippy offers all the fan-favourite menu options, including a selection of pukka pies, kebabs, and sausages.

Oakdale’s popular 15in pizza box deal feeds a family of five, for just £25.19, and includes doner and chicken meat, chicken strips, hot wings, onion rings, popcorn chicken, chips, salad and two sauces.

One reviewer said: “Best fish and chips ever! - Wow, they did it again. It’s not just sourcing the best fish, cooking it just right makes all the difference. Chips were Devine too. Had curry sauce which, as always, was very tasty. Couldn’t fault it.”

Find out more about it on TripAdvisor.

The Cod’s Scallops

Rating: 4 out of 5 - 692 reviews

Where: 170 Bramcote Lane, Nottingham, NG8 2QP

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The Cod’s Scallops is a multi-award winning fish and chip shop, having won awards at the National Fish and Chip ceremony in 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2023.

The shop takes pride in serving quality, sustainable produce and offers over 20 species of fish daily, with everything cooked fresh to order. They also offer the option to have your fish served battered or baked in garlic, lemon and herbs for a gluten free, healthy alternative.

It’s more of a fine-dining fish shop experience, as you can customise every last detail of your meal. Firstly you can pick your choice of fish or shellfish, then choose exactly how you want it cooked and then select one of the many delicious sides on the menu.

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One reviewer said: “Best fish and chips ever! - I needed something quick as I was staying nearby, so I got a takeaway. It was one of the nicest meals I’ve ever had, and definitely the best fish and chips. Perfect in every way. I don’t often come to Nottingham, but if I return I will definitely eat here again.”

Find out more about it on TripAdvisor.

Moulin Rouge Nottingham

Rating: 4 out of 5 - 98 reviews

Where: 5 Trinity Square, Nottingham, NG1 4AF

Nottingham’s Moulin Rouge couldn’t be more different from the french cabaret club in Paris with the same name. The Parisian Moulin Rouge might be able to put on a spectacular performance, but it’s very unlikely that you’ll be able to tuck into your favourite takeaway there.

This fish and chips restaurant and takeaway has been a constant presence within the city for the last 40 years, thanks to its loyal local customers.

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Offering all the chippy favourites, including kebabs, mushy peas and pukka pies, the Moulin Rouge also offers takeaway mini meals for as little as £2.50.

One reviewer said: “The Best Fish & Chips in Nottingham City Centre! - The Fish & Chips meal deals are fantastic value for money at the Moulin Rouge, not only is the quality of the fish first class, but the crispy batter is one of the best I have ever tasted.”

Find out more about it on TripAdvisor.

Andy’s Fish & Chips

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 - 78 reviews

Where: 89 Bracebridge Drive, Nottingham, NG8 4PL

Andy’s Fish & Chips has been going strong for 28 years, serving high quality chips at affordable prices. Currently in its third generation, the owners Andy and Helen Kavalieros, have carried on the business after Helen’s grandfather originally started the business near Derby.

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The chip shop, till this day, is still making the gravy using the family’s secret recipe and even offers their homemade chicken curry on the menu too. Andy’s also has a gluten-free menu, for Monday and Thursdays, making it more accessible for those that need an alternative option.!

One reviewer said: “Absolutely Delicious! - Great service, great food and great value. Yes I know there are lots of fish and chip shops in the NG8 area, however this one is AMAZING.”

Find out more about it on TripAdvisor.

Carringtons Fish & Chips

Fish and Chips is a traditional British takeaway. Fish and Chips is a traditional British takeaway.
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Rating: 4.5 out of 5 - 78 reviews

Where: 89 Carrington Street, Nottingham, NG1 7FE

Carringtons is one of Nottingham’s premium fish and chips shops, and can be found within a few minutes walk from Nottingham railway station.

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This classic chippy is praised for its thick-cut chips, and wide selection of affordable meal deals and specials on offer. Whether it is the chicken kebab meal or the sausage and chips meal, the customers continue to sing Carringtons’ praises.

If you’re craving something after your chippy dinner, then why not try Carringtons only dessert option, the battered mars bar.

One reviewer said: “Best chip shop ever! - We get the train from Leicester to Nottingham, just to eat chips at Carringtons! Great service and amazing food. Fantastic portion sizes and properly cooked chips!!! Highly recommend this place!!! The train ticket over from Leicester is worth it!”

Find out more about it on TripAdvisor.

Wollaton Fish Bar

Rating: 4 out of 5 - 62 reviews

Where: 5 Russell Drive, Nottingham, NG8 2BA

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Wollaton Fish Bar is a family-run business that has been going strong since 1993, and its loyal customers have praised the shop for its light and crispy batter and moreish chips.

They offer all the traditional chippy favourites, from fish, pies and kebabs, to chicken, and burgers. As well as the essential mushy peas, gravy,  beans or curry sauce.

Countless customers at the Wollaton Fish bar have taken to TripAdvisor to write glowing reviews, with many referring to it as the “best chippy in the area.”

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One reviewer said: “Fish and chips at its finest! - Great food with good portions. The batter is done to perfection. Highly recommended for locals and visitors alike.”

Find out more about it on TripAdvisor.

Cod Fish and Chips

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 - 15 reviews

Where: 8-10 St. James’s Street, Nottingham, NG1 6FG

Cod Fish and Chips is a family run traditional fish and chip shop based in the heart of Nottingham city centre, and describe themselves as "an unpretentious fish and chips shop."

They strive to provide customers with a reasonably priced, high quality range of food, offering an extended menu including doner kebab and burgers.

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With a small fish and chips with sauce, for £3.80 and a doner meat, and salad in pitta bread for just £5.00 - you can’t go wrong!

One reviewer said: “Best chippy I’ve had in a longggg time! - Honestly the best chippy I’ve had in a long time! Fish and chips were quality, the chips were 10/10 really recommended! Had it with a bunch of mates, and we were all chuffed.”

Find out more about it on TripAdvisor.

Bridgford Fish Bar

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 - 15 reviews

Where: 39 Radcliffe Road West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 5FF

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Bridgford Fish Bar is known by locals for its quality food and good prices, situated on Radcliffe Road amongst a variety of other food eateries, the chippy definitely holds its own.

The area offers a range of varied cuisines on one road, with Indian and Greek restaurants, and fast food favourites McDonald and Domino’s pizza. However, Bridgford Fish Bar is the shop that locals can’t help but praise as they offer such great value, with large chips for just £3.50.

As well as the traditional chippy offerings of fish, pies, sausages, donner and chicken kebabs - the chippy also has southern fried chicken on the menu.

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One reviewer said: “First class chippy! - Was in the area for a weekend and came across this great chippy, the young man serving was really helpful and friendly, the homemade fishcakes were the best I’ve tasted! It was all very good.. wish they had chippy’s like this, where I come from!!! Would 100% recommend it.”

Find out more about it on TripAdvisor.

Nottingham has a selection of fish and chip shops that serve the traditional British dish to a high standard. (Photo Credit: Adobe)Nottingham has a selection of fish and chip shops that serve the traditional British dish to a high standard. (Photo Credit: Adobe)
Nottingham has a selection of fish and chip shops that serve the traditional British dish to a high standard. (Photo Credit: Adobe) | Ben - stock.adobe.com

Sea Fish

Rating: 4 out of 5 - 62 reviews

Where: 4 Brook Street MarketPlace, Sutton in Ashfield NG17 1AL

Sea Fish offers a straightforward, traditional takeaway shop, serving up all the favourites, including kebabs and burgers. It is renowned in the area not only for its quality but also its presentation of freshly-cooked food.

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The decor is definitely something that makes this chippy stand out, from the black and white striped detailing, to the nautical, fisherman features inside.

With the increasing prices of fish and chips due to the cost of living crisis, good value is more important than ever. Sea Fish is exactly that as they offer deals and specials, all less than £9.00.

One reviewer said: “Brill! - Every time we visit Sutton we have lunch in the restaurant of this fish & chip shop, approximately once a month. It never lets us down. The food is invariably excellent. That in itself deserves feedback.”

Find out more about it on Tripadvisor.

Apollo Fish Bar Carlton

Rating: 5 out of 5 - 12 reviews

Where: 114 Burton Road Carlton, Nottingham, NG4 3GP

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Apollo Fish Bar is a "traditional fish and chip shop" which serves homemade curries and rice, and has proven to be very popular amongst locals.

The venue was a success throughout the pandemic, and the owners, chef Dean Thraves and wife Liz, have since chosen to expand the kitchen.

Dean, who has worked in fish and chip shops for 21 years, believes that their success is due to the fact that they like to mix up the menu to ensure customers are happy.

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One reviewer said: “Fab little chippy - Since this chippy had new owners it’s excelled. The food is excellent, the staff are really friendly, it’s good value, and the chicken nuggets are the best quality I’ve found from a chippy. Can’t rate it highly enough.”

Find out more about it on TripAdvisor.

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