7 of the best places for fish and chips on the coast in Yorkshire - according to TripAdvisor

Here are some of the best fish and chip shops in Yorkshire to visit during a bank holiday trip to the seaside.

By Abi Whistance

Published 9th Apr 2023, 11:45 BST

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From oceanside eateries serving up fresh fish and chips daily to shops tucked away beside a seafront arcade, there are plenty of fish and chip shops to visit on the coast during the bank holiday weekend.

Here are seven of the best rated fish and chip shops on the Yorkshire coast, as listed on Tripadvisor.

Lifeboat Fish Bar in Scarborough is rated 5 stars on Tripadvisor, and won a Traveller's Choice Award in 2022. Visitors said: "We found out today why it’s the No 1 restaurant in Scarborough. Everything about it was as described in other reviews. Absolutely brilliant & I don’t usually do reviews!"

1. Lifeboat Fish Bar

Lifeboat Fish Bar in Scarborough is rated 5 stars on Tripadvisor, and won a Traveller's Choice Award in 2022. Visitors said: "We found out today why it’s the No 1 restaurant in Scarborough. Everything about it was as described in other reviews. Absolutely brilliant & I don’t usually do reviews!" Photo: richard ponter

Inghams Fish and Chip Shop in Filey is rated 4 stars out of five on Tripadvisor, and won a Traveller's Choice Award in 2022. Visitors said: "One of our first stops every time we come back to Filey and not without reason. Fresh fish, generous portions and good service help to make this a great choice for the family."

2. Inghams Fish and Chip Shop

Inghams Fish and Chip Shop in Filey is rated 4 stars out of five on Tripadvisor, and won a Traveller's Choice Award in 2022. Visitors said: "One of our first stops every time we come back to Filey and not without reason. Fresh fish, generous portions and good service help to make this a great choice for the family." Photo: richard ponter

Trenchers in Whitby is rated 4.5 stars out of five on Tripadvisor, and won a Traveller's Choice Award in 2022. Visitors said: "The best fish and chips we have ever had! Delicious haddock and cod in batter with freshly cooked crispy chips."

3. Trenchers

Trenchers in Whitby is rated 4.5 stars out of five on Tripadvisor, and won a Traveller's Choice Award in 2022. Visitors said: "The best fish and chips we have ever had! Delicious haddock and cod in batter with freshly cooked crispy chips." Photo: Ceri Oakes

The Magpie Cafe in Whitby is rated 4.5 stars out of five on Tripadvisor, and won a Traveller's Choice Award in 2022. Visitors said: "Glad to see it's as good as ever. They have had a bit of a refurbishment since we last visited which has only enhanced the experience. The fish is as good as ever served by typically friendly and efficient staff."

4. The Magpie Cafe

The Magpie Cafe in Whitby is rated 4.5 stars out of five on Tripadvisor, and won a Traveller's Choice Award in 2022. Visitors said: "Glad to see it's as good as ever. They have had a bit of a refurbishment since we last visited which has only enhanced the experience. The fish is as good as ever served by typically friendly and efficient staff." Photo: Duncan Atkins

The Brown Room in Filey is rated 4.5 stars out of five on Tripadvisor, and won a Traveller's Choice Award in 2022. Visitors said: "The best Fish and Chip shop in Filey, either sit in or takeaway, always amazing. Great quality at a great price. Jason and his staff are always friendly and helpful."

5. The Brown Room

The Brown Room in Filey is rated 4.5 stars out of five on Tripadvisor, and won a Traveller's Choice Award in 2022. Visitors said: "The best Fish and Chip shop in Filey, either sit in or takeaway, always amazing. Great quality at a great price. Jason and his staff are always friendly and helpful." Photo: Google

C.J.'s Fish and Chips in Filey is rated 4 stars out of five on Tripadvisor, and won a Traveller's Choice Award in 2022. Visitors said: "What a gem! We looked up dog friendly fish and chip restaurants in Filey and this was listed. We visited on a beautiful sunny day and the town was filling up fast. "

6. C.J.'s Fish and Chips

C.J.'s Fish and Chips in Filey is rated 4 stars out of five on Tripadvisor, and won a Traveller's Choice Award in 2022. Visitors said: "What a gem! We looked up dog friendly fish and chip restaurants in Filey and this was listed. We visited on a beautiful sunny day and the town was filling up fast. " Photo: Google

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