The 21 best fish and chip shops in Scotland - according to The Scotsman readers

By Rosalind Erskine

The Scotsman Food and Drink Editor

Published 7th Mar 2025, 13:41 BST

Updated 7th Mar 2025, 13:52 BST

Scotland is home to thousands of fish and chip shops, but which ones are worth visiting?

With the National Fish and Chip Awards taking place last month, we asked our readers where their favourite chippies are.

From coastal fish and chip shops to city takeaways, here are the best fish and chip shops in Scotland according to Scotland readers.

Abbeyhill Fish & Chips, Edinburgh

1. Best fish and chip shops in Scotland

Abbeyhill Fish & Chips, Edinburgh | Abbeyhill Fish & Chips

Allan's Traditional Fish and Chip Restaurant and Takeaway, Paisley

2. Best fish and chip shops in Scotland

Allan's Traditional Fish and Chip Restaurant and Takeaway, Paisley | Allan's Traditional Fish and Chip Restaurant and Takeaway

Anstruther Fish Bar, Anstruther

3. Best fish and chip shops in Scotland

Anstruther Fish Bar, Anstruther | Anstruther Fish Bar

Cafe Palazzo, Ardrossan

4. Best fish and chip shops in Scotland

Cafe Palazzo, Ardrossan | Cafe Palazzo

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