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5 Best Fish and Chips in London (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Thorne Savarin
By Thorne Savarin, Culinary Explorer · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

London runs on fish and chips the way other cities run on pizza, and the shops on this page prove it: together they've logged nearly 57,000 Google reviews, more than most restaurants in the city ever see in a lifetime. Every one of them sits at 4.7 or 4.8 stars, so the gap that actually separates them is what's on the side, gluten-free batter, a Billingsgate-sourced fish list, or a classic sit-down room near the West End.

Short answer: The Seafood Bar leads with 12,733 reviews at 4.8 stars, the most of any fish and chips spot in London, with Fishoria Fish and Chips close behind at 4.8 stars across 12,277 reviews. A typical meal runs £20-30 per person, and several of these shops specialize in gluten-free batter.
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London's Fish and Chips, Compared

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 The Seafood Bar 4.8 ★ 12,733 Full seafood menu View ›
2 Fishoria Fish and Chips 4.8 ★ 12,277 Gluten-free / dietary needs View ›
3 Hobson's Fish & Chips Charing Cross 4.7 ★ 11,692 Classic sit-down meal View ›
4 Ben’s Traditional Fish & Chips 4.8 ★ 9,477 Late-night / theatre district View ›
5 Hobson`s Fish & Chips soho 4.7 ★ 10,570 Soho location View ›
5 Best Fish and Chips in London (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

The Seafood Bar logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

The Seafood Bar

4.812,733 Google reviews

The Seafood Bar is a family-run seafood restaurant with roots going back to a fish shop opened in Helmond in 1984, now with a Soho location alongside its original Amsterdam and Utrecht sites. It runs a wide seafood menu beyond fish and chips, including mussels, octopus, and a Fruits de Mer platter, sourced with an emphasis on sustainable fisheries. It carries the largest review base of any fish and chips option on this page.

What people praise

  • Full seafood menu beyond fish and chips, including mussels and octopus
  • Sustainable sourcing that reviewers and press coverage both highlight
  • Generous portions on the fish and chips specifically
  • Attentive, name-checked service across many reviews

Worth knowing

  • A few dishes outside the fish and chips, like the lobster soup, drew mixed feedback
  • Pricier than a straightforward chip shop given the full seafood menu
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume12,733 · 98th
Confidencevery high
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown89% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The most-reviewed name on this list and a strong pick if you want proper seafood alongside your fish and chips rather than a takeaway-style meal.

Website+442045250733 Directions

77 Dean St, London W1D 3SH

Fishoria Fish and Chips logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days

Fishoria Fish and Chips

4.812,277 Google reviews

Fishoria Fish and Chips sits near Oxford Street and Covent Garden, sourcing its fish daily from Billingsgate Market and running a menu that includes gluten-free and vegan fish and chips options. It positions itself as a go-to for visitors combining a meal with nearby attractions like the British Museum, and it takes group reservations, though online booking currently caps at four per table. Its rating ties for the highest on this list.

What people praise

  • Genuine gluten-free fish and chips that celiac reviewers specifically praise
  • Vegan fish and chips option, unusual for the category
  • Fast service even with large groups split across tables
  • Central location convenient for a pre-theatre meal

Worth knowing

  • Online booking system only allows groups of up to four at a time
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume12,277 · 93th
Confidencevery high
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown89% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The clear pick if anyone in your group needs gluten-free or vegan options, reviewers who rarely trust a fish and chips shop with dietary restrictions consistently vouch for it here.

Website Book now+442074361731 Directions

52-54 New Oxford St, London WC1A 1ES

Hobson's Fish & Chips Charing Cross logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days

Hobson's Fish & Chips Charing Cross

4.711,692 Google reviews

Hobson's Fish & Chips Charing Cross is part of a family business with 25 years in the trade across England, running on a policy of daily fish deliveries from Billingsgate and hand-cut British potatoes. The Charing Cross location fries fish and chips separately in pure vegetable oil, and the menu includes a broader pub-style spread like steak and ale pie alongside the classic dish. It draws a large volume of reviews for a single-location shop.

What people praise

  • Fish reviewers repeatedly call some of the best in central London
  • Broader menu beyond fish and chips, including pies and sides
  • Warm, attentive staff mentioned by name across many reviews
  • Fast service even during a full dining room

Worth knowing

  • Reviewers note the dining room gets loud during busy periods
  • Can be a wait to get seated without a reservation at peak times
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume11,692 · 88th
Confidencevery high
Recency8 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown78% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A dependable, classic sit-down choice near Trafalgar Square. Book ahead if you're going at a typical dinner hour.

Website Book now+442081432098 Directions

13-15 Villiers St, London WC2N 6ND

Ben’s Traditional Fish & Chips logo
#4🕑 Open 7 days

Ben’s Traditional Fish & Chips

4.89,477 Google reviews

Ben's Traditional Fish & Chips serves classic British fish and chips in the heart of the West End, staying open until 11pm most nights, useful for a meal before or after a show. It keeps the format simple: fresh fish, hand-cut chips, and straightforward recipes without much else on the menu. It's rated among the highest on this page despite operating in one of London's busiest tourist corridors.

What people praise

  • Open until 11pm, handy for a post-theatre meal
  • Haddock specifically called out by reviewers as better than the cod option
  • Friendly, efficient service even with walk-in tourist traffic
  • Outdoor seating available when the weather allows

Worth knowing

  • Prices run a little higher, reflecting the prime tourist location
  • One reviewer found the sausage side underwhelming compared to the fish
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume9,477 · 73th
Confidencevery high
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown86% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A solid, no-frills option if you need dinner near a Shaftesbury Avenue show and don't want to wander far. Stick to the fish rather than the sides.

Website+447507242462 Directions

200 Shaftesbury Ave, London WC2H 8JL

Hobson`s Fish & Chips soho logo
#5🕑 Open 7 days

Hobson`s Fish & Chips soho

4.710,570 Google reviews

Hobson's Fish & Chips Soho is the sister location to the Charing Cross branch, running the same family recipe and daily Billingsgate fish sourcing in a Soho spot near St Anne's Court. It offers both dine-in and takeaway, with a menu that mirrors the Charing Cross site while serving a slightly different, more local Soho crowd. It holds a strong review base in its own right, distinct from its Charing Cross sibling.

What people praise

  • Same trusted recipe and sourcing as the Charing Cross branch
  • Convenient Soho location, a short walk from Oxford Street
  • Reviewers highlight consistent quality across visits
  • Takeaway option for a faster, on-the-go meal

Worth knowing

  • Smaller footprint than some of the sit-down-focused competitors on this list
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume10,570 · 83th
Confidencevery high
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown79% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: If you're in Soho rather than Charing Cross, this branch delivers the same reliable fish and chips without the walk across town.

Website Book now+442072873704 Directions

27 St Anne's Ct, London W1F 0BN

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How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown, not opinion or payment. Rating is the shop’s live Google star average. Review volume shows how many customers have rated it, measured against the other London fish and chips shops here. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.8 from thousands of reviewers counts more than a 4.8 from a few hundred. Recency reflects how recently people are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much do fish and chips cost in London? (2026)

Reviewer price-per-person notes across these shops mostly landed between £10 and £30 for a straightforward meal, with sit-down restaurant settings and add-ons like starters or drinks pushing the total higher.

Serving central London

The fish and chips shops above cluster around Soho, Covent Garden, and Charing Cross, all within easy walking distance of the West End’s main theatres and shopping streets. Searching for fish and chips near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and address so you can check hours before you go.

What to ask before you order fish and chips

  • Is there a gluten-free or vegan batter option available?
  • Which fish is fresh today, cod or haddock?
  • Do you take reservations for groups larger than four?
  • Is takeaway priced differently from eating in?
  • What time does the kitchen close?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these fish and chips shops?

We started from fish and chips restaurants in London with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (July 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Which London fish and chips shop is best for gluten-free diets?

Fishoria Fish and Chips has the strongest reputation on this list for genuine gluten-free and vegan fish and chips, according to reviewers with celiac disease.

Is fish and chips in London expensive?

Expect roughly £10 to £30 per person depending on the shop and whether you add sides or drinks. Sit-down restaurant settings like The Seafood Bar run toward the higher end.

The bottom line

The Seafood Bar is the safe default if you want the deepest track record and a full seafood menu, while Fishoria is the clear call for gluten-free or vegan needs. Either way, book ahead if you’re going around a West End show.

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