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Cirencester chippy among best in the UK

Malt and Anchor in Castle Street, Cirencester, has been named as one of the UK's 50 Best Fish & Chip Takeaways 2025 - the only chippy in the county to make the prestigious list.

It follows two rounds of mystery dining visits by leading trade publication Fry Magazine in which judges meticulously inspected aspects including food quality, premises cleanliness, staff expertise, value for money, ease of ordering, and social media presence.

With the pass mark set high at 96%, Malt & Anchor scored an impressive 98% with the mystery diner particularly praising the friendly staff and cooked to order fish and chips.

"The chips were perfect, crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside as proper chips should be," was just one of the positive comments, alongside customer service with the mystery diner noting: "The staff were friendly and efficient in their service."

Ellie Bartlett, of Malt & Anchor, said: "We're thrilled to be recognised as one of the top takeaways in the UK! It's a proud moment for the team, reminding everyone we are more than just a restaurant - we bring great food straight to your door."

Reece Head, competition organiser, said: "It is with great pleasure that we congratulate Malt & Anchor on being one of the UK's 50 Best Fish & Chip Takeaways.

"Another year has passed and, once again, these shops have shown resilience, adapting to today's challenges with remarkable dedication. At a time when inflationary pressures are being felt, these businesses continue to stay positive and prioritise their customers, maintain exceptional standards, and find innovative ways to keep fish and chips affordable.

"Starting the year as award winners is a fantastic way for fish and chip shops to kick off 2025, setting the tone for a successful year ahead."

Fry Magazine's 50 Best Fish & Chip Takeaways is in its 13th year.

Previous wins under Malt & Anchor's belt include :

  • 2017 Best newcomer - National Fish and Chip Awards
  • 2020 Best Fish and Chip Shop - ITV Food and Drink Awards with Rick Stein
  • 2023 Best Fish and Chip Restaurant in England - National Fish and Chip Awards

On February 27, 2025, staff head to London as they are finalists for the best Fish and Chip Restaurant in the UK 2025 at the National Fish and Chip Awards.

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