5 Norfolk fish and chip shops nationally recognised in 2024

Here are five standout fish and chip shops that made waves in 2024 as "high fryers".

1. Fishers of Hunstanton

Fishers of Hunstanton (Image: Fishers of Hunstanton)

The Times scoured the nation to compile its list of the best spots for a fish supper and Fishers of Hunstanton proudly secured a place.

This shop, located on the Green with a stunning view of the Wash, has been rattling the pans since the 1950s.

Adding to its accolades, in November Fishers earned a prestigious Blue Ribbon in the 2024/2025 Good Food Awards.

2. Mary Janes, Cromer

Mary Janes in Cromer (Image: Newsquest)

Mary Janes in Cromer was another Norfolk chippy awarded a coveted Blue Ribbon in the Good Food Awards 2024/25.

The Blue Ribbon shines a spotlight on establishments with high customer ratings and votes.

Located in the heart of the town, Mary Janes has been serving fish and chips from Garden Street since 1977 and is just a short walk from Cromer Pier. 

3. French's Fish Shop, Wells

Marcus, managing director of French's Fish Shop, with daughter Alanna (Image: Newsquest) French’s Fish Shop in Wells scooped a prize at the National Fish and Chip Awards in February.

The event, which celebrates "the best of the best" chippies across the country, saw the business win the Quality Accreditation Champion category.

According to The National Federation of Fish Friers, the award "celebrates businesses throughout the UK that serve the highest quality fish and chips, demonstrate excellent working practices, and continually strive for the best".

French's was also named in The Times' 23 best picks for a fish supper.

4. No1 Cromer

The team at No1 fish and chip takeaway and restaurant in Cromer (Image: Supplied by Austen Dack @ Chippy Chat)

No1 Cromer is owned by renowned chef Galton Blackiston, who also operates the Michelin-starred Morston Hall, alongside business partners Spencer Gray and Tracy Blackiston.

Offering a variety of dining experiences including a takeaway, the ground-floor fish and chip restaurant and the first-floor Upstairs at No1 which specialises in seafood dishes and holds an AA Rosette for culinary excellence.

The restaurant has earned recognition as one of The Observer's top 20 chip shops in the UK and has been named as a finalist in the 'Restaurant of the Year' category at the 2025 National Fish and Chip Awards.

5. The Fish Inn, Bradwell

The Fish Inn at Bradwell (Image: NFFF) Another Blue Ribbon winner at the 2024/25 Good Food Awards, The Fish Inn in Bradwell also bagged a Quality Accreditation from the National Federation of Fish Friers (NFFF) this year. 

The NFFF is the trade body that represents the nation’s fish and chip shops and runs the scheme as a way of raising standards within and enhancing the profile of the fish and chip industry.

NFFF President Andrew Crook said: "The Fish Inn Bradwell clearly takes pride in where it sources its fish and potatoes from."