Tony's Chip Shop, a family-run fish and chip takeaway on Berwick Street in Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire, has been named the Daily Record's Chippy of the Week. The award-winning establishment has earned multiple accolades, including Best Fish and Chip in Scotland at the 2023 Scottish Italian Awards and Best Fish Supper in the West at the 2025 Scottish Fish and Chip Awards.
Owner Hugh Innes and the Secret to the Batter
Owner Hugh Innes, who has garnered individual awards alongside his shop, previously appeared on BBC Two's Britain's Top Takeaways. He revealed that the secret to Tony's batter lies in using ice-cold Scottish water, a technique that ensures a light, crispy coating.
Menu Highlights and Customer Favorites
The menu features battered or breaded fish, scampi, hamburgers, sausage, smoked sausage, king rib, haggis, steak and Scotch pies, southern fried chicken, chicken nuggets, pizzas, pizza crunches, and light bites. Meal deals include the 'Mega Fish Box' with breaded or battered fish, large chips, three pickles, and sauces, as well as children's meals with hamburger, sausage, nuggets, or pizza crunch.
Mobile Food Van Expands Reach
According to Glasgow Live, Innes purchased a state-of-the-art food van earlier this year to serve customers outside Coatbridge. The van tours Lanarkshire, with a mobile tracker allowing customers to check its location.
Customer Reviews and Ratings
Tony's Chip Shop holds a 4.7 out of 5 average rating on Google from 318 reviews. Customers praise the friendly staff and tasty, unique menu. One reviewer said: "This was our first visit to this chippy but it won't be the last! Superb. I had the two fish supper (battered and breaded) both lovely, fresh and crisp. Also tried the spicy haggis and it was the best I have ever had." Another added: "I travelled all the way from Tasmania, Australia to try this chippy and I definitely wasn't disappointed. The fish supper was to die for... you won't be disappointed with the food nor the price!"
