We love a chippy tea here in Yorkshire, so it’s no surprise that two chippies are named in the top 10 shortlist. The National Awards are the fish & chips Oscars, and the winner and two runners-up get the chance to be taken away to an exploration of the Icelandic seafood industry, courtesy of Seafood from Iceland.
Two of Yorkshire’s chippies have been shortlisted. One is the popular fish and chip restaurant in Whitby, Trenchers on New Quay Road, known and loved by locals and tourists alike. It is an icon of the seaside town, and it is sure to be a strong contender.
Another chippy is Whitby’s Restaurant & Take Away, in Rotherham, a former winner of the award back in 2019, and which also has a sister venue in Doncaster. If you’re in South Yorkshire, we recommend you head over to either of these venues.
But what are they judged on? Things such as amazing food, passion for the sector, quality and high-level commitment to serving customers are a few of the things that will be judged. The winner will be announced on the 25th February 25 at the awards ceremony at the Park Plaza, Westminster Bridge, in London.
This year, the winner and two runners-up will be invited on an exploration of the Icelandic seafood industry, courtesy of Seafood from Iceland.
Andrew Crook, president of the National Federation of Fish Friers (NFFF), which runs the flagship event, says: “Small businesses are the lifeblood of the UK high street, and they provide the kind of opportunity, variety and individuality that boosts economies and brings us all together, and we are taking this opportunity to champion this year’s standout restaurants.
“The shortlisted 10 are making long-lasting contributions to uphold the great British institution of fish and chips, whether it’s with a traditional take or elevated to fine dining status. Sitting down at the table with family or friends to enjoy a fantastic meal is where memories are made and it’s wonderful to see these restaurants creating shared experiences across multi-generations with great precision. I have a feeling that Restaurant of Year is going to be a tough one to separate the winner – all the best to our contenders!”
The full list of the 10 restaurants up for the 2026 awards can be found below:
Bristol
Noah’s
Devon
Squires Fish Restaurant & Take Away, Braunton
Lincolnshire
Linfords Traditional Fish and Chips, Market Deeping
London
Golden Union, Soho
Seashell of Lisson Grove, Marylebone
Norfolk
No1 Cromer
Nottinghamshire
The Cod’s Scallops, Nottingham
Somerset
Tuckers Fish & Chips, Cheddar
Yorkshire
Trenchers of Whitby
Whitby’s Restaurant & Take Away, Rotherham
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Feature Image Credit: Trenchers
