And often we fall back on Google or TripAdvisor reviews to choose where to head to next.
So we have rounded up 15 of the best-rated fish and chip shops in Leeds that also boast impressive food hygiene rating scores from the Food Standards Agency.
Each top-rated chippy has been visited by the agency in either 2023 or 2024.
Here are 15 of the cities’ best fish and chip shops in Leeds. Where do you visit for your fix of the British dish?
13. Skyliner
The Skyliner, in Austhorpe View, Whitkirk, has a rating of 4.3 stars from 1,375 Google reviews. It also has a 5-star food hygiene rating. A customer said: “This was the first time I came here. Staff were friendly and attentive. Fish and chips were perfectly cooked and delicious. The place was very clean. Definitely deserve their reputation as the best in Leeds. Will be back again soon!” | Jonathan Gawthorpe Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
14. Fryday's
Fryday's, in Street Lane, Roundhay, has a rating of 4.4 stars from 489 Google reviews as well as a 5-star food hygiene rating. A customer said: “Absolutely magic. Really good fish and chips. Fish was fresh, flaky and nicely cooked. Batter was just right, crispy lite and not soggy. Mushy peas and chips are great. Staff were super nice.... It's also very clean and modern inside, so we decided to eat in. Really recommend this place.” | Tony Johnson Photo: Tony Johnson
15. Wetherby Whaler
Wetherby Whaler, in Market Place, has a rating of 4.5 stars from 1,907 Google reviews. It also has a 5-star food hygiene rating. A customer said: “Great fish and chips. Perfect service from the girl who served us. You simply can't ask for more.” | Google Photo: Google