There is nothing that says a classic British meal quite like a fish supper but where are the best places for a chippy in Southend?

Whether you’re adding mushy peas or tartare sauce, we've got you covered with a round-up of the best places for fish and chips on your doorstep.

Sit in or takeaway, tucking into a fish supper is the ultimate way to spend your bank holiday weekend.

Each place has at least a 4.0 rating according to Tripadvisor's rankings and customer reviews.


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Best fish and chips in Southend

Oldham's Fish Restaurant

Where: 13 West Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea SS0 9AU

TripAdvisor rating: 4.5/5

Whether you are eating in or taking away Oldham's Fish Restaurant delivers, and has earnt high praise from its customers.

Out of its 405 reviews, 277 were rated as 'Excellent' on its TripAdvisor page.

One reviewer wrote: "The best Fish n Chips, I love visiting this place. Friendly service, great food, reasonable prices for the qaulity of food and pleasent atmosphere. Leave with a full belly and a smile."

Oliver's On The Beach

Echo: Fish and chips at Oliver's On The Beach (TripAdvisor)Fish and chips at Oliver's On The Beach (TripAdvisor)

Where: 12-14 Western Esplanade Kiosk 6, Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea SS1 1DL

TripAdvisor rating: 4.5/5

Oliver's On The Beach is a popular place on the Western Esplanade, and offers lots of other dishes aside from its well-regarded fish ans chips.

Out of its 584 reviews, 414 were rated as 'Excellent' on its TripAdvisor page.

One reviewer wrote: "We were in Southend wanted fish and chips. Very crowded so had a takeaway. The fish and chips were lovely and hot and of good quality. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Would return."

Van Looy's Fish & Chips

Echo: Fish and chips from Van Looy's (TripAdvisor)Fish and chips from Van Looy's (TripAdvisor)

Where: 16 Clifftown Road Opposite Southend Central C2C Train Station, Southend-on-Sea SS1 1AB

TripAdvisor rating: 4.5/5

Van Looy's has become a well-received establishment for its fish and chips in the Southend area, with some reviewers saying they go out of their area to visit it specifically.

Out of its 210 reviews, 145 were rated as 'Excellent' on its TripAdvisor page.

One reviewer wrote: "Excellent freshly cooked fish and chips as always. It’s worth visiting this restaurant which is away from the seafront opposite Southend Central Station. The food is much better and it’s freshly cooked. It’s not a tourist trap and I always come here when I go to Southend. Very well run family restaurant."

Cafe Rebecca

Where: Pier West Cafe Western Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea SS1 1EE

TripAdvisor rating: 4.5/5

Another option on the Western Esplanade that has received lots of praise for its fish and chips is Cafe Rebecca, which has been commended for its reasonable pricing.

Out of its 169 reviews, 120 were rated as 'Excellent' on its TripAdvisor page.

One reviewer wrote: "Fish and chips excellent. The family that runs this places cares. All shows through. Immaculately clean throughout. The small fish would be enough and is excellent value. However the full size version is very nice..!"

Oyster Court Sports Bar & Brasserie

Echo: Fish and chips from Oyster Court Sports Bar & Brasserie (TripAdvisor)Fish and chips from Oyster Court Sports Bar & Brasserie (TripAdvisor)

Where: 1 Richmond Avenue 1 Richmond Court, Southend-on-Sea SS1 1JE

TripAdvisor rating: 4.5/5

The fish and chips at Oyster Court Sports Bar & Brasserie have been well-received along with its "polite" service.

Out of its 208 reviews, 154 were rated as 'Excellent' on its TripAdvisor page.

One reviewer wrote: "We were visiting Southend on Sea and found this great place last night. Food plentiful, good value and tasty. Staff were very friendful. Would definitely return when we next visit."