Leeds loves fish and chips, and the city is spoiled for choice when it comes to excellent chippies serving the nation’s favourite.
We asked our readers on Facebook, “ If you could only get fish and chips from one place in Leeds for the rest of your life it would be _______” - and received more than 400 answers.
Here are 15 of the most popular chippies in Leeds, as chosen by YEP readers:
1. Mermaid Fish Bar, Harehills
Mermaid Fish Bar in Harehills was one of the most popular choices, with Minnie Ali declaring: “Mermaid Harehills the best". Karen Allen praised its dinner-time special, saying it offered “Great fish” and a regular portion. | Google
2. Oceans, Cross Gates
Oceans in Cross Gates proved a popular choice with YEP readers. Bryan Heaton said: “Ocean's at Crossgates is the best I have had, and their fishcakes are amazing.” | Google Street View
3. Ritz Fisheries, Wortley
Ritz Fisheries in Wortley picked up plenty of support, with Russell Jaques writing: “nuff said - drops mic". Darren Binks said his family had been going there for “at least 40 years if not more” and that he still visits today. | Google
4. Murgatroyds, Yeadon
Murgatroyds in Yeadon was another firm favourite, with readers including Paul Fraser and Irene Cluderay naming the well-known chippy. Amy Elizabeth Rattray named “Billy Murgs (Murgatroyds)” as her first choice, with Little Fisherman as her back-up. | YEP
5. Ideal Fisheries, Tong Road
Ideal Fisheries on Tong Road attracted several votes, with Tanya Colley saying: “can't beat their fish & chips!” Ian Davidson couldn't choose between Ideal and PJs, writing: “PJs Tingley or Ideal Armley...” | Google
6. Coe's Fish and Chips, Cross Gates
Coe's in Cross Gates was another popular choice, with one reader writing: “Coes in crossgates in leeds.” Karen Linstrum said Coe's was her choice but added that she is now gluten intolerant and has fewer options. | Google Street View