Whether you get them wrapped up to go, or do a proper sit-down meal – these are the best fish & chips in Leeds.
Drenched in salt and vinegar? Paired with a pot of mushy peas? Or swimming in curry sauce? However you like your fish & chips, we all know the only right way to eat them is hot and fresh out the frier. So, we’ve rounded up the best fisheries from across Leeds, perfect for a Friday treat – or any other day of the week for that matter.
Quick picks: The best fish & chips in Leeds
Mother Hubbard’s
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The generous portions and freshly-cooked fare at Mother Hubbard’s will keep you coming back for more. Pop in and try their traditional menu, which combines crispy battered fish with golden chips and all the usual sides and sauces, from curry sauce to mushy peas.
You can even go all out the old school way a classic tea cake and a nice cup of tea – those were the days. And the throwback wrapped-in-newspaper decor is a fitting testament to the British classic, but none of it overshadows the food here.
Best for: An old-school chippy tea.
When it’s open: 11am to 9:30pm daily.
Find it: Mother Hubbard’s, 52 Harehills Road, Harehills, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS8 5PB.
Wetherby Whaler
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With chip shops in Wetherby, Guiseley and Pudsey, the Wetherby Whaler must be doing something right. They serve up some of the freshest fish & chips in Leeds every day of the week. If you’re gluten-free, rest assured their gluten-free batter tastes just as good as the real thing.
With a full drinks menu on offer, why not pair their battered goods with a Black Sheep ale or glass of French Sauvignon Blanc? Just because you can – it’s not a bad thing to elevate your chippy tea, not the way Wetherby Whaler do it.
Best for: Elevating your fish & chips with their stacked drinks menu.
When it’s open: 11:30pm to 8pm Monday to Thursday, 11:30am to 8:30pm Friday and Saturday, and 12pm to 8pm Sunday.
Find it: Wetherby Whaler, 18 Market Place, Wetherby, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS22 6NE & White Cross, Otley Road, Guiseley, West Yorkshire, LS20 8LZ & 32 Lowtown, Pudsey, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS28 7AA.
Croft Street Fisheries
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Sustainably-sourced haddock fried in beef dripping batter with mounds of chips and homemade mushy peas. Need we say more? Croft Street Fisheries has gained a reputation as one of the best fish & chips restaurants in Leeds.
They have the awards to prove it too – they won the Good Food Award gold seal in 2022, as voted by customers. Meal for one? Their lighter meal deal for £8.50 will sort you with regular fish and small chips for a bargain chippy tea.
Best for: Deliciously affordable meal deals to keep everyone happy.
When it’s open 11:30am to 1:45 pm then 4:15pm to 8pm Monday to Thursday, 11:30am to 8pm Friday, and 11:30am to 7pm Saturday. Closed Sunday.
Find it: Croft Street Fisheries, 2 Croft Street, Farsley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS28 5HA.
The Bearded Sailor
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Pudsey locals have an award-winning chippy on their doorstep. The Bearded Sailor is a traditional fish & chip shop with a modern attitude – what’s more, they’ve landed a place on the Fry Awards 50 best fish & chip takeaways list for the last few years running.
They use ethically-sourced fish and all-natural ingredients for their chippy dinners, which you can enjoy at home. Go for the classic haddock and chips or cut the calories with their Skinny Sailor, a lighter, smaller version of a chippy tea.
Best for: Ethically sourced, award-winning fish suppers.
When it’s open: 11:30am to 8pm Monday to Saturday. Closed Sunday.
Find it: The Bearded Sailor, 1 Robin Lane, Pudsey, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS28 7BN.
The Skyliner
Wild haddock, cooked in a secret recipe batter and paired with fresh, hot chips fried in beef dripping. If that doesn’t make your mouth water, nothing will. The Skyliner fish & chips shop is a firm favourite among locals, whether eating in or on the go.
They’ve been cooking their delicious fish dinners for over 50 years, so you know they’re going to be good. Their menu is firmly up to date, with plaice fillets alongside mac n’ cheese bites and salt & pepper squid.
Best for: A real local gem with a unique menu.
When it’s open: 11:30am to 8:30pm Monday to Wednesday, 11:30am to 9pm Thursday to Saturday, and 12pm to 8pm Sunday.
Find it: The Skyliner, 15 Austhorpe View, Austhorpe, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS15 8NN.
The Fisherman’s Wife
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Did you know there’s a fish & chips stall in Leeds Kirkgate Market? Just follow the oh-so-delicious smell through the rows and you’ll find The Fisherman’s Wife. You can fill up on huge portions of Icelandic fish and golden chips, because why wouldn’t you?
But if you do like to live life on the edge, why not mix it up with whole-tail scampi, battered sausage or a classic chip butty? It’s smack bang in the middle of Leeds, so you can get it to go and explore the city, fish and chips in hand.
Best for: Getting your fish & chip fix in the city centre.
When it’s open: 10:30am to 4pm Monday to Saturday. Closed Sunday.
Find it: The Fisherman’s Wife, Leeds Kirkgate Market, 34 George Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7HY.
Woodside Fisheries
Hidden away on the corner of Low Lane in Horsforth is one of Leeds’ best-kept secrets. Woodside Fisheries is a proper chippy with quite the enticing menu. Whether you prefer haddock or scampi, pop in for enormous portions and a welcoming atmosphere.
If you don’t fancy fish for once, pick up one of their famous homemade steak pies or a fresh chip butty for a tasty treat that’s easy to eat. It’s all freshly cooked, with exceptional chips ready to be doused in salt and vinegar.
Best for: Shaking up your order with delicious homemade steak pies.
When it’s open: 11am to 7:30pm Wednesday, 11am to 8pm Thursday and Friday, and 11am to 2pm Saturday. Closed Sunday to Tuesday.
Find it: Woodside Fisheries, 274 Low Lane, Horsforth, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS18 5DN.
Ritz Fisheries
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Ritz Fisheries has been run by the same family for over 20 years, and you can feel the history in every bite. This Wortley hole-in-the-wall chippy might look somewhat plain from the outside, but trust us, it serves up proper fish & chips that can compete with the very best in Leeds.
Pop along to grab a generous portion of deep-fried haddock, piled high with scraps and your choice of peas, gravy and curry, and see what all the fuss is about. Top tip – get down early at the weekends, it gets busy, and rightly so!
Best for: Generous portions that really hit the spot.
When it’s open: 11:15am to 2pm then 4pm to 7pm Monday to Friday, and 11:15am to 6:30pm Saturday. Closed Sunday.
Find it: Ritz Fisheries, 2 Lower Wortley Road, Wortley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS12 4TE.
Maypole Fisheries
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Locally-grown potatoes, responsibly-sourced fish and freshly-prepared mushy peas make Maypole Fisheries one of the finest family-run chippies in Leeds. The fish is sizzled to crispy golden perfection in beef dripping – they even do a gluten-free version with the same quality taste.
But if that’s not enough to tempt you, their rich pie and meaty gravy surely will. If reviews are anything to go by, they offer some of the best customer service in town, friendly and personable, it’s the attentive staff that have earned this place local gem status.
Best for: Quality grub with a super friendly service.
When it’s open: 4:30pm to 9pm Monday, and 11:30am to 2pm then 4:30pm to 9pm Tuesday to Saturday. Closed Sunday.
Find it: Maypole Fisheries, 28 Cross Green, Otley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS21 1HD.
Murgatroyds
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With fresh Icelandic fish fried in a crisp batter, Murgatroyds in Yeadon has been serving up outstanding chippy teas for over 20 years. They do a mean fish & chips, but it’s not the only thing on the menu, so if you fancy something different, you’re in luck.
You can tuck into a wide selection of fishcakes, burgers and house specials, from haddock Italiano with a tomato sauce to ocean pie with creamy mash and cheese gratin. That being said, our favourite is the Sizzle & Sea Combo – you get fish and a jumbo sausage with chips – yum!
Best for: A dine-in experience that will keep everyone happy.
When it’s open: 11:30am to 9pm daily.
Find it: Murgatroyds, Harrogate Road, Yeadon, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS19 7BN.
Fish Out
A wide-ranging menu and city centre location make Fish Out one of Leeds’ favourite chippies. Keep things simple with fresh fish coated in a light and crispy batter with perfectly golden chips, or dare to try some of their new and exciting inventions, from lemon & black pepper batter to halloumi bites.
But that’s not the only thing that sets them apart. They like to go the extra mile so they also offer gluten-free batter and only fry in vegetable oil – if you’re looking for a lighter option, this is the place to go.
Best for: Gluten-free and veggie options.
When they’re open: 11:30am to 3pm then 4pm to 7:30pm Tuesday to Friday. Closed Saturday to Monday.
Find it: Fish Out, 27 Wellington Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4EA.
The Mermaid Fish Restaurant
Ever-popular with Morley locals, The Mermaid serves up fish that is ethically sourced and bordering on legendary. Choose from Icelandic cod or haddock, fried in beef dripping or vegetable oil (upon request), served with chunky chips and your choice of garnish.
Will it be mushy peas or gravy that takes your fancy? If you’re not feeling fish, go for their tasty battered sausage instead. Dine in and you’ll have an endless flow of tea or coffee to wash it down with.
Best for: A classic chippy menu with a dine-in option.
When it’s open: 11:30am to 9pm daily.
Find it: The Mermaid Fish Restaurant, Britannia Road, Morley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS27 0DT.
Hillycroft Fisheries
Hillycroft is an award-winning suburban Leeds fish & chips shop with a more modern feel than some. Succulent, Marine Stewardship Council-certified haddock is dipped in their own-recipe batter and fried in only the finest of beef dripping.
Enjoy yours with golden chips and homemade mushy peas, curry sauce or gravy. Stop by at midday for lunch time steals, like their fish butty box meal with a portion of chips and side of your choice thrown in.
Best for: Treating yourself to a delicious lunchtime deal.
When it’s open: 11:30am to 8pm Monday to Saturday. Closed Sunday.
Find it: Hillycroft Fisheries, Bruntcliffe Lane, Morley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS27 9LP.
Hunslet Carr Fisheries
Established in 1991, family-run Hunslet Carr Fisheries has become a staple in the local community. Their fish is sourced from sustainable local fishing grounds and the potatoes carefully selected, so you can trust you’re getting top quality fare.
Freshly prepared in-house every day, the fish is coated in their homemade batter and fried in beef dripping the traditional way. If you’re extra hungry, take on ‘The Special’ – you’ll get more fish for your buck!
Best for: Traditional, sustainable and freshly prepared meals.
When it’s open: 11:30am to 1:30pm then 4pm to 9pm Monday to Friday, and 11:30am to 2:30pm Saturday. Closed Sunday.
Find it: Hunslet Carr, 2 Belle Isle Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS10 2DJ.
Oceans
A proud local Leeds chip shop, Oceans has been trusted by the families of Crossgates for generations. Offering great value-for-money favourites, you can take away or sit in, but whatever you decide on, you’re guaranteed to leave with a full tummy.
Tuck into the likes of haddock, fishcake, scampi and fish bites with fluffy thick-cut chips, or skip the knife and fork with a good old scallop butty. Heck, you could even go all non-traditional with a spam fritter.
Best for: Classic fish & chips that deliver flavour and value for money.
Best for: 11am to 8:30pm Tuesday to Thursday, 11am to 9pm Friday, and 11am to 8pm Saturday. Closed Sunday.
Find it: Oceans, 44-46 Austhorpe Road, Cross Gates, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS15 8DX.
Kirby’s
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Kirby’s is a must-visit for a fish and chip supper, with shops in Horsforth and Meanwood. All their food is cooked to order and freshly prepared. Captain of the ship is Andy Cromblehome, who has 20 years of industry experience under his belt.
He even led Kirby’s to be named amongst the very best in the annual Fry Awards. Take a bite of their MSC-approved Haddock, coated in a secret, special recipe batter with a portion of oh-so-fluffy chips to accompany.
Best for: Special batter and fluffy chips cooked to order.
When it’s open: 11:15am to 8pm Monday to Thursday, 11:15am to 9pm Friday, and 11:15am to 8pm Saturday. Closed Sunday.
Find it: Kirby’s, 28 Stonegate Road, Meanwood, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 4HY & 24-26 Long Row, Horsforth, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS18 5AA.
