Highly-rated fish and chip shops in Essex draw praise

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 24 Oct, 06:09 · Archive

Oldham's Fish Restaurant in Southend and Dr Chippy's in Colchester are the highest-rated fish and chip shops in their respective towns.

Oldham's Fish Restaurant in Westcliff is the highest-rated fish and chip shop in Southend, with a 4.5 out of 5 rating on Tripadvisor from more than 430 reviews, including 300 rated 'excellent'. On Google Reviews, it scores 4.7 out of 5 from more than 940 reviews. The family-run business has operated since 1967 and offers a range of meals including cod, haddock, plaice, scampi and chicken.

Dr Chippy's on St Botolph's Street in Colchester is the highest-rated fish and chip shop in its town, with a 4.8 out of 5 Tripadvisor rating from over 900 reviews, 800 of which are rated 'excellent'. On Google Reviews, it has a 4.5 rating from over 700 reviews. The shop promises freshly cooked food with 'fantastic' portions at low prices and offers a wide menu including fish, pies, sausages, burgers and vegetarian options.

Customers at both establishments praise their quality and service. A Tripadvisor reviewer of Oldham's described 'excellent quality and unbeatable value with the specials' and 'attentive and prompt service'. A visitor to Dr Chippy's said the meal was 'delicious', the environment 'very clean and welcoming', and the owner 'exceptionally friendly, kind and hospitable'.

How it is being reported

• The highest rated fish and chip shop in Colchester that is 'absolutely delicious'Dr Chippy's is the highest rated fish and chip shop in Colchester and guests have called it 'absolutely delicious'Colchester Gazette · 24 Oct, 05:00
• The highest rated fish and chip shop in Southend that's 'outstanding' and 'excellent'Oldham's Fish Restaurant is the highest rated fish and chip shop in Southend. Find out why.Echo (Basildon) · 24 Oct, 04:00

In this story: Oldham's Fish Restaurant · Southend · Dr Chippy's · Colchester · Westcliff

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