Scotland’s finest fish and chip shops were celebrated in style at the Scottish Fish & Chip Awards in Glasgow last night.
Judges for the awards travelled the length and breadth of Scotland, from Dumfries to Shetland, making unannounced visits to sample the fish suppers of entrants. Each shop was evaluated on everything from the quality of their fish, to taste, freshness, value, authenticity, innovation, and more.
One of the night’s highlights was a head-to-head live fry-off among the best fish friers, held just before the evening awards ceremony. The ultimate winner was Peter’s Fish and Chicken Bar in Dumfries.
Awards were presented by chef Aldo Zilli for a host of categories including Best Newcomer, Best Team, Best Family Business and Best Mobile Fish & Chip Business. Recipients from across Scotland included Bertie’s in Edinburgh (Best Dine in Restaurant), Frankie’s in Shetland (Best Chip Shop, North), Carron Fish Bar in Stonehaven (Best Fish Supper, North-East) and The Garioch Fish Bar in Inverurie (Best Team ).
The Scottish Fish and Chip Awards are organised by Paramount Creative in association with wholesaler T. Quality. Paramount’s CEO, Warren Paul, commented: “Each year we celebrate the very best in what has always been the classic takeaway – fish and chips. We bring together entrants from all over Scotland, showcasing those who strive for quality by using top ingredients and going the extra mile to provide the very best food to their customers.
“We evaluate fish and chip shops in tiny villages and bustling cities alike, sending judges to every single entrant, whether they’re just two minutes away from our office or hours away by ferry on a remote island. Our rigorous judging criteria ensure fairness and consistency, giving us full confidence that our winners truly are the best. A win or even a highly recommended nod from us is a seal of approval you can trust – our winners’ success speaks for itself year after year. Try their food for yourself, and let us know what you think!”
The full list of winners are:
Best Newcomer – The Principal Cafe
Best Fish Tea – Hayston Golf Club
Best Family Business – Buon Appetito
Best Customer Service – Valerio’s Lanark
Best Fish Supper (North-East) – Carron Fish Bar
Best Fish Supper (North-West) – Deli-ca-sea Fish and Chip Shop.
Best Fish Supper (Ayrshire) – Barassie Chippy
Best Fish Supper (Central) – Vincenzo’s Fish and Chips
Best Fish Supper (East) – The Wee Chippy
Best Fish Supper (North) – Highland Haddy
Best Fish Supper (West) – Tonys Chipshop Shawhead
Best Dine in Restaurant – Bertie’s Restaurant & Bar
Best Menu – Quayside Gourdon
Best Mobile Fish & Chips – The Angry Seagull Fish + Chips
Best Pizza – Quintiliani’s Fast Food
Best Team – Garioch Fish Bar
Best Chip Shop (Ayrshire) – The Principal Cafe
Best Chip Shop (Central) – Vincenzo’s Fish and Chips
Best Chip Shop (East) – East Coast
Best Chip Shop (North-East) – McKays Fish & Chip Shop
Best Chip Shop (North-West) – The Seaforth
Best Chip Shop (North) – Frankies Fish and Chips Brae Shetland
Best Chip Shop (South) – Alfonso’s Takeaway
Best Chip Shop (West) – Kraken Chippy – East Kilbride
Best Fish Fryer – Peter’s Fish and Chicken Bar
People’s Choice Award – Anstruther Fish Bar
