I award my The Chippy Tour recommended sticker to fish and chip shops that truly impress, achieving a rating of 5 stars in my reviews. This accolade is a mark of excellence, signifying that the establishment meets and often exceeds food quality, service, atmosphere, and overall dining experience expectations.
However, it's essential to understand that this recommendation is based on my experience during the review. The dynamic nature of the hospitality industry means that changes can occur – sometimes rapidly. The Chippy Tour Award reflects the month of the review, a snapshot in time.
I'll be in stealth mode so that no chippy will be forwarned of my visit. This is important to get the usual portions and service, as well as no favourable treatment and special portion sizes. Stealth mode might include sending someone else into the chippies to make the purchase. I will not be filming in the chippies, as that might only encourage the owners to treat me differently, and we can't have that.
I believe chip shops' primary focus should be frying fish and chips and other popular chippy items, with other offerings being secondary. I understand that, in these challenging times, many chip shops are expanding their menus to sustain their businesses. Having managed several businesses myself, I empathise with those needing to diversify. I fully support them in doing what they can to continue to operate and serve top-quality chip shop fare.
Reviews Simplified:
5 Stars - "Worth the Journey": So exceptional, you'd gladly journey beyond city limits for this culinary adventure.
4 Stars - "Citywide Appeal": Impressively delightful, worth traversing the urban landscape to indulge.
3 Stars - "Neighbourhood Nibble": Decently satisfying for those nearby craving a casual meal.
2 Stars - "Desperation Diner": Only if your kitchen is barren and your stomach's protests can't be ignored.
1 Star - "Strictly No Wheels": Best to stay put. This fare doesn't merit moving an inch.
The Chippy Tour Awards sent thus far:
February 2024
Dollington's Fish Bar
20 Dudley Street
Warrington
Cheshire
England
WA2 7BQ
Murgatroyds Fish & Chip Restaurant
Harrogate Road
Yeadon
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS19 7BN
Website: https://www.murgatroyds.co.uk/
The Trawlerman Fish & Chip Shop
6 Woodhouse Drive
Wigan
WN6 7NT
March 2024
Holly Tree Fish & Chips
Holly Tree
6 Pinewood
Blackburn
BB2 5AD
Website: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064194780514
Green Lane Chippy
507, 509 Holden Road
Leigh
WN7 2JJ
Website: https://www.greenlanechippy.co.uk/
The Good Catch
Montegue Mews
Formby
Freshfield
L37 5EB
The Green Hut
Pasture Road
Moreton
Wirral
CH46 4TH
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/thegreenhutms/
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