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London fish and chip shop shortlisted for top UK award

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Yadav, N. (2026, October 14). London fish and chip shop shortlisted for top UK award. Evening Standard. https://www.standard.co.uk/going-out/foodanddrink/fish-chips-london-chippy-soho-golden-union-b1300756.html

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Golden Union, a fish and chip shop in London's Soho district, has been shortlisted for the National Fish and Chip Awards 2027. Opened since 2008, Golden Union serves not only traditional fish and chips but also homemade pies and battered gherkins. The restaurant is among ten finalists nationwide competing for the title of top UK fish and chip shop. Andrew Crook, president of the National Federation of Fish Friers, praised the finalists for their culinary skill and commitment to excellence in customer service and business management.

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Golden Union, a London fish and chip shop, has been shortlisted for the Restaurant of the Year award in the National Fish and Chip Awards 2027. The competition includes other notable establishments such as The Crab & Lobster Fish Shack from South Queensferry, Scotland, and Ocean Fish Platter in Ipswich. Andrew Crook, president of the National Federation of Fish Friers (NFFF), praised this year's participants for their "remarkable skill, commitment, and innovation." Golden Union, which has been open since 2008, offers specialties like homemade pies, battered gherkins, and fish butties, and is known for its "exceptional food, friendly service, and value for money."

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The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. asserted

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When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. uncertain

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A London fish and chip shop has been shortlisted in the National Fish and Chip Awards 2027. asserted

shop → shortlist → Awards

Other specialties include homemade pies, battered gherkins, and fish butties. asserted

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The restaurant has been open since 2008 and prides itself on “exceptional food, friendly service, and value for money.” asserted

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Golden Union will now face off against chippies around the UK, from The Crab & Lobster Fish Shack in South Queensferry, Scotland, to the Ocean Fish Platter in Ipswich. asserted

Union → face → Ipswich

This includes Chipping Wharf Fish & Chips in Bow, Fish! Kitchen in Southwark and Skipjacks in Harrow. asserted

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Andrew Crook, president of the National Federation of Fish Friers (NFFF), which organises the event, said: “Choosing our top 10 Restaurant of the Year shortlist is one of the most rewarding parts of the competition, and this year’s participants are showcasing remarkable skill, commitment and innovation. asserted

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“Their achievements highlight the excellent standards being set by businesses that continue to raise the bar. asserted

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“Their success is not only a testament to their hard work but also highlights the incredible opportunities available for people looking to build rewarding careers. asserted

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“The National Fish & Chip Awards is proud to celebrate the businesses, teams and individuals who make our industry so dynamic, while shining a light on the varied roles that underpin their success. asserted

that → celebrate → success

“From developing culinary skills and customer service expertise to building careers in business management and leadership, these restaurants offer an exciting future for the next generation of talent.” asserted

restaurants → develop → talent

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