From cod and chips to mushy peas, a great British day out isn’t complete without a traditional fish supper – we pick 5 of the best places to enjoy a fresh fish meal from Weston to Congresbury

North Somerset Times: Grab a deck chair on the beach and tuck into some fish and chips. (Image by Timothy Large, Getty Images/iStockphoto)Grab a deck chair on the beach and tuck into some fish and chips. (Image by Timothy Large, Getty Images/iStockphoto) (Image: Archant)

Papa’s

20 Waterloo Street, Weston-super-Mare

Established in 1966, the award-winning restaurant has a reputation as one of the best fish and chips in the area. Winners of many local awards, Papas serve up a top haddock and chips – perfect to eat while soaking up the sunshine along the Grand Pier.

Oldfields

The Precinct, Brinsea Road, Congresbury

Oldfields Fish and chips is a family run business based in the heart of Congresbury. Recommended for its large portions and extensive menu that includes freshly cooked fish, sausages, chicken, burgers and pies. Plus, if you don’t fancy cooking the roast dinner at the weekend they even offer a Sunday carvery.

Yatton Fish Bar

45 High Street, Yatton

A traditional village fish and chip shop located in the heart of Yatton serving up a splendid fish and chips. If you regularly give in to fish and chip cravings then Yatton Fish Bar’s loyalty card could be the answer - gain a stamp each time you visit and once there are six stamps you get your seventh meal free!

Winscombe Fish Bar

1 Sandford Road, Winscombe

With a somewhat legendary local reputation, Winscombe Fish Bar are repeatedly praised for service that goes the extra mile in addition to the tasty food. Food is freshly cooked to order and its worth phoning ahead – the popularity of their fish and chips means this place can get busy. 01934 843666

Atlantic

69 Meadow Street, Weston-super-Mare

At Atlantic you can opt for either the traditional battered fish, or try your fresh fish cooked on their charcoal grill with choice of cajun rub or citrus and chilli marinade. Atlantic run a weekly gluten-free day every Sunday – so no one has to miss out on their fish-and-chip fix! Using sustainably sourced fish and home-made mushy peas and sauces.

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