Leeds is home to some of the country’s finest fish and chip shops, regularly appearing on prestigious lists and earning accolades.
Today, we’ve listed 10 fish and chip shops in Leeds that have made waves in recent years.
We’ve included chippies that have won awards, reached the finals, or been featured on Fry Magazine’s list of the UK’s 50 best fish and chip shops.
1. The Fish Bank - Sherburn in Elmet
The Fish Bank has enjoyed several years of national recognition, being named among the country's best by the National Fish & Chip Awards in 2024 and 2025. It was also included in FRY Magazine's 50 Best Fish & Chip Takeaways in 2026. | c
2. Kirby's of Horsforth - Horsforth
Kirby's of Horsforth has been named among FRY Magazine's 50 Best Fish & Chip Takeaways in both 2025 and 2026. It was also a finalist in the 2026 English Fish & Chip Awards' Best Fish & Chip Shop in Yorkshire and the Humber category. | Google
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3. Kirby's of Meanwood - Meanwood
The Meanwood branch has also earned places in FRY Magazine's 50 Best Fish & Chip Takeaways in 2025 and 2026. It was also a finalist in the Best Fish & Chips in Yorkshire and the Humber category at the 2026 English Fish & Chip Awards. | Vicki Crombleholme / Google
4. Portside Fish & Chips - Kirkstall
Portside on Kirkstall Road was named among FRY Magazine's 50 Best Fish & Chip Takeaways in 2025 and 2026. It was also a finalist in the Best Fish & Chips in Yorkshire and the Humber category at the 2026 English Fish & Chip Awards. | Yorkshire Evening Post Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
5. The Bearded Sailor - Pudsey
The Bearded Sailor has picked up several national accolades, featuring in FRY Magazine's 50 Best Fish & Chip Takeaways in 2025 and receiving Highly Recommended recognition in the Best Newcomer category at the 2026 English Fish & Chip Awards. It was also a finalist for Best Fish & Chips in Yorkshire and the Humber in 2026. | Yorkshire Evening Post Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
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6. Marlows British Kitchen - Moortown
Marlows British Kitchen picked up two Highly Recommended accolades at the 2026 English Fish & Chip Awards. It was recognised in both the Best Fish & Chip Shop in Yorkshire and the Humber and Best Menu categories. | Dilawer Khan / Google