Judges have named the 50 best fish and chip takeaways across the country - and several of them are in Leeds.
The Fry Awards see judges go into chippies across the country secretly to judge the food, venue cleanliness, staff, money value, social media and more. To be featured, judges must award a takeaway 95% or more.
For the 2022/2023 awards, six fish and chip takeaways in Leeds triumphed. Judges gave comments such as 'excellent service' and 'good value portions', and were very keen on innovations like ability to order online.
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The six Leeds fish and chip takeaways celebrated are as follows:
- Croft Street Fisheries - Farsley
- Hillycroft Fisheries - Morley
- Kirbys of Horsforth - Horsforth
- Kirbys of Meanwood - Meanwood
- Portside Fish & Chips - Harrogate Road
- The Bearded Sailor - Pudsey
Reece Head, competition organiser, said: “Once again we’ve had another year where it’s simply got harder to operate a fish and chip business, with rising energy, labour and ingredient costs taking a heavy toll. It’s not easy but operators are working harder and smarter, staying ahead of changing tastes and behaviours and adapting accordingly.
“Although the profits might not be in fish and chips like they have in years gone by, the passion certainly is. And our awards are a testament to the hard work, dedication and commitment these operators put into running successful businesses.
"We’re seeing shops introduce vegan and gluten free options to appeal to a wider customer base, install self-serve kiosks and develop online ordering apps to make serving easier, invest in new frying equipment to produce better quality fish and chips, and embrace social media to engage with and reach more customers. The businesses that make up our 50 Best Fish & Chip Takeaways and 10 Best Fish & Chip Restaurants represent the best in the industry.
"They are pushing forwards while not losing sight of what makes the chippy so engrained in British culture - high quality, value for money food with great customer service and inviting surroundings.”
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