If you need an excuse for a chippy tea tonight, it’s National Fish and Chip day.
The traditional British fish and chips is an institution loved by many people across the country.
And as Oldham is the – somewhat disputed – birthplace of fish and chips, there are plenty of excellent chippies to try out this Friday.
We’ve had a look at some of the highest-rated fish and chip shops in Oldham. Here are some to look out for.
Diggle Chippy
Where: 152 Huddersfield Rd, OL3 5PF
Rating: 4.8/5 on Google (228 review), 4.6/5 on TripAdvisor (108 review)
Millie Johnson wrote on Google: “Absolutely love this place! The staff are always lovely and welcoming, and the food is great quality every time. There’s a really good variety on the menu, so there’s something for everyone. Definitely a must-visit if you haven’t tried it already.”
Darren Wright said: “Fantastic little English chippy. The food tastes great. I would move over here just for this chippy. Oh and there is a pub across the road too, what more do you want!!”
The Old Plough Chippy
Where: 436 Huddersfield Road, OL4 2EX
Rating: 4.7/5 (425 reviews) on Google, 4.6/5 on TripAdvisor (28 reviews)
Drew Thomas wrote on Google: “First visit tonight: excellent fish, really fluffy and crispy chips (the best chip shop chips for many years) and lovely and kind staff. Great place and looking forward to a weekly visit whilst we have a temporary stay in the area. Highly recommended.”
Jackie Bird wrote: “After reading all the excellent reviews, have now been! As a coeliac it's always worrying to try somewhere new, but I would definitely recommend coming here for sure. The gluten free food is amazing, lovely chips, super sized portions and a friendly service too. Thank you! Will be back.”
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Levers Fish & Chip Shop
Where: Tommyfield Market
Rating: 4.5 (367 reviews) on Google, 4.1 on TripAdvisor (82 reviews)
Looby Loo said: “Good old fashioned fish and chip shop. Great options but chose the fish and chips special, they let me swap my tea out for herbal tea. Food was fab and the fish was gorgeous on a butty. Staff very friendly and very chilled atmosphere.”
Sandra Rigby said: “Went here for dinner while shopping in Oldham, really enjoyed it, just the right amount of chips with the lovely fish, boyfriend had pudding chips and gravy and he too enjoyed it, the young girl who served us was very pleasant, will definitely be there again, thank you.”
The Village Chippy
Where: 47 Ashton Rd E, Failsworth, M35 9PN
Rating: 4.5 (277 reviews) on Google, shortlisted for best chippy in the North West at the English Fish and Chip Awards 2026.
Simon Brooks said: “Perfect food as always. Lovely friendly staff and click and collect worked like clockwork. Highly recommend.
Lynne Murphy: “Wow this chippy is amazing. Best chippy in the whole of Manchester/Oldham. Staff are brilliant, especially Janette and Charlie.”
Delph Fish and Chip Shop
Where: 25 King St, Delph, OL3 5DH
Rating: 4.6 (128 reviews) on Google,4.5 (35 reviews) on TripAdvisor
Joshua Brierley said: “Only ever experienced this place twice but god damn the food is excellent. Bit pricey but you pay for what you get. Staff are lovely location is a bit awkward for parking but highly recommend giving this place a try.”
Edoardo Piano said: “Best fish and chips in Saddleworth. I travel there from Mossley as it's worth it. Crisp and tasty fish. Chips good enough. And cheese and onion pie is five stars too.”
Simply Fish & Chips
Where: 99 Denton Ln, Chadderton, OL9 9DG
Ratings: 4.5 (392 reviews) on Google, 4.4 (20 reviews) on TripAdvisor
Paul Crossan said: “Ordered fish which was freshly fried, nice big piece perfect batter. Homemade cheese n onion pie was great too! Superb chippy!”
Thomas Guilfoyle said: “Ordered fish and chips. Even when delivered the food was piping hot. Fish was amazing quality and was perfectly cooked, and wonderful crispy batter. Chips were cooked perfectly and were still piping hot when I received my order. Best chippy in Manchester. Would definitely recommend.”
Reel Fish and Chips
Where: 189 Lees Rd, OL4 1JP
Ratings: 4.5 (221 reviews) on Google, 4.1 (600 reviews) on UberEats
Forhad Hussain: “Went with my family, decided to eat in. Lovely clean place! Great food! Quick service and very polite and accommodating staff! Would highly recommend the spicy dipped fish. Would definitely revisit, my new go-to for fish and chips.”
Wendy Duplessis said: “Fish fresh. Well cooked. Large portions. Staff super friendly.”
Have we missed your favourite? Let us know in the comment section below.
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