The Tele has launched a competition to find the best fish and chip shop in and around Dundee.
We have selected six of the best in the local area. All you have to do is vote for your favourite in the form below.
To help you decide, the owners of each chippie have written a profile below.
“Opened in December 2013, Frankie’s is a family-run business based on a passion for food and excellent service.
“Our brother and sister team support experienced staff and customer feedback ensures we are continually striving to achieve excellent results.
“We offer a full range of chip shop options with the twist that we use tempura-style batter and fry with vegetable oil, so it’s a healthier option.
“Our menu ranges from tempura style fish and chips to succulent authentic Italian style pizzas; healthy option salads and rolls to award-winning Porrelli’s ice cream. Sit in and/or take away… the choice is yours.”
65 Balfield Rd, Dundee DD3 6AG
01382 825231
“At Fresh & Chips we’re true to our name, always striving to produce the highest quality food using only the best and most fresh ingredients we can find. All of our food is cooked fresh for the customer.
“All the team here are genuine foodies and we have a strong passion for what we do. We love experimenting, diving into the science and many techniques behind our food. We are the original creators of very popular dishes such as our spicy fish and battered Arbroath Smokies.
“We have many years of experience under our belt and are proud members of the National Federation of Fish Friers. This has given us great opportunities to work with and learn from some of the best in the industry including 2018 National Fish & Chip shop award winners Millers.”
Lothian Crescent, Dundee DD4 0SD
01382 699148
“With more than 35 years experience in the industry, AnnaMaria and her daughter, Nadia, have carried on the family tradition started by her father.
“Mario opened his first ‘Mario’s Blue Grotto’ in Happyhillock in 1967 and now the tradition has been passed on with the most recent opening in Panmurefield Village.
“Along with their friendly team of staff, they pride themselves on serving traditional fish and chip fayre using the finest local fish and produce available.
“There is a wide range of options for lunchtimes including filled rolls and baguettes, fresh soups and lots more, not to forget a selection of Rizza’s Italian Ice Creams for dessert.”
140 Lawers Drive, Panmurefield Village, Broughty Ferry, Dundee DD5 3TZ
01382 698181
“The Tailend is a family run business which has been in the fish industry for four generations.
“All of the fish we serve is supplied by our own fish house in Arbroath, G&A Spink Fish Merchants.
“Our fish is ethically caught by MSC Registered Boats from the North Sea and we then process 95% of our fish ourselves.
“We pride ourselves on serving the best quality locally-caught seafood and supporting as many local independent businesses as we can.
“With a wide range of dishes on our menu, we are sure we have something for everyone.”
81 Nethergate, Dundee DD1 4DH
01382 229990
“Tony’s Takeaway puts the fun into fish, the cheers into chips. We’re one of the most popular chippers in the city, At Tony’s we don’t just serve the community, we’re part of it.
“We’ve got a reputation for amazing food and supporting local charities and good causes – and there’s always something new to look forward to
“Situated in Linfield Place, you can combine the very best of traditional fried fayre with a fresh, crisp, hand-prepared salad. There is also a choice of portion sizes for fish, haggis, fishcake and sausage which means you only buy as much as you want.
“Established by Graeme Squire, Tony’s is a family-run business that has been a massive hit thanks to the quality of the food and a popular home delivery service. Customers can phone in orders then pick them up or have them delivered – perfect for nippy nights when you can’t be bothered going out.”
1 Linfield Street, Dundee DD4 8LG
01382 500007
“We are a renowned Dundee based restaurant that has served plenty of connoisseurs and elevated their taste-buds.
“We are mostly well-known for preparing fish and chips takeaway menus. Our catalogue features plenty of food choice options that are worth your taste-buds. Not only do we serve delicious fish and chips menus but also we prepare several other recipes including pizza, sausages, and more.
“Each of our menus is prepared with the seasonal, best-quality, and locally-produced ingredients. Not only are these preparations tasty and delicious, but also they are prepared with top-notch quality ingredients.
“Open daily 4pm-10pm.”
AWARDS: Vote for your favourite chippie in the Tele’s fish and chip shop awards