Seven of the best chip shops to try this National Fish and Chips Day
The region is somewhat of a jewel in the crown in the nation's many, many fish and chip shops, all of which will be inundated today with fish and chip lovers marking National Fish and Chip Day.
National Fish and Chip Day falls on the first Friday of June every year, and this year, we asked you, our dedicated readers, where your favourite spot is to indulge in that delicious golden battered cod.
Here are seven local haunts, recommended by you, that would make a fine way to celebrate a day dedicated to a beloved British staple:
Stourbridge Fish Bar
Coventry Street, Stourbridge
Pensnett Fish Bar
High Street, Pensnett
(Image: Google Earth)Oldswinfrod Fish and Chips
Hagley Road, Oldswinford
(Image: Google Earth)
Crispy Cod
Bradford Road, Dudley
(Image: Handout) Fun fact: Crispy Cod was named named Fish & Chips Bar of the Year by the English Chippie Awards back in January.
Netherton Fish Bar
Cinder Bank, Netherton
(Image: Google Earth)Nemo's Fish and Chips
Lake Street, Gornal
Portway Fish Bar
Portway Road, Rowley Regis
(Image: Google Earth)We are sorry if we missed your favourite spot! Please drop your favourite local chippy in the comments.
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