THESE days, many people enjoy a chippy tea on Good Friday, even if they’re not religious.
It’s the perfect way to kick off the long bank holiday weekend - be it classic battered cod and chips, or a sausage if that’s more your thing.
Luckily, Basingstoke is home to some cracking chippies, and we’ve rounded them up below.
Here are the top four according to readers:
Oliver's
Oliver's at 39 London Road in Old Basing is a proper sit-down chippy with all the trimmings - table service, wine, beer, free Wi-Fi, and even wheelchair access. Open seven days a week. it's a step above your average takeaway. Reviewers frequently praise the cod.
Youngs Fish Bar
Youngs Fish Bar is a Chinese takeaway in Popley, Basingstoke, that serves a diverse range of Chinese dishes. It also has a traditional fish and chips menu.
Peter's Fish Bar and Chinese Takeaway
Tucked away at Fair Isle House on Lindisfarne Close, Peter's punches well above its quiet residential setting. Ranked 19th out of 69 quick bites in Basingstoke on TripAdvisor, it serves both British and Chinese menus to a loyal local following. Customers rave about the generous portions and excellent value, calling it their favourite in the area.
Fishnchickn
Fishnchickn at 2 Brighton Hill is a straightforward, no-frills chippy serving the Brighton Hill estate six days a week from 11.30am. Reviewers call it "unbeatable" for hot, well-cooked fish and chips, and the curry sauce gets its own dedicated fan following on the menu.
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