IS ANSTRUTHER FISH BAR STILL THE BEST FISH & CHIPS IN THE UK? | FOOD REVIEW CLUB

[@johncorrall1739]

This bloke is not exaggerating,that’s the finest fish and chips on earth. I lived in fife back in the 90’s,often went through to anstruther for a fish supper,such a wonderful treat. I’ve worked all over Britain,eaten fish and chips the length and breadth of the country. This fish and chips is far,far above any I’ve ever tasted.

[@SuperMuzz88]

Nonsense chat, been twice first was good, second time was a joke one measly bit of fish,and average amount of chips. Tail end in St Andrews was just as good if not better. At weekends there obvs cutting portions down and taking same money. Wouldn’t rush back

[@Farquad76.547]

@@SuperMuzz88 not necessarily, just a difference of opinion

[@cambel12]

@@SuperMuzz88 couldn’t agree more

[@sarahsmith4234]

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[@SuperMuzz88]

@@cambel12 I fell into trap twice, there won’t be a third will be at the other chippy next time 🕰️

[@nomoretax]

There's no one else that can connect with our love of good food like you. The emotion is from the soul. Hope Jess and the Bambino are doing well.

[@FoodReviewClubUK]

Thank you really glad you feel that way! They are both doing amazingly well thank you my friend ❤️

[@stevepinder8596]

“If this was human it would have been knighted “ this has to be the best comment ever in a food review brilliant! Keep up the superb reviews Matt & Cal ❤👍

[@jay-lm4we]

I need to convince my wife that Scotland is a good holiday destination this summer 🇮🇪👍

[@jamesbonar3092]

It is mate, believe me, I'm Scottish, I'm 63 years old and have lived here my whole life, and even i haven't seen all of Scotland. Like every other country it has its good and bad, ugly and beautiful, the area of Fife where this guy is is beautiful, St Andrews, Crail, St Monans, Pittenweem, and Anstruther are all just minutes from each other, and the guy tells no lies, the fish and chips from the chippy on the sea front is to die for.

[@blackbob3358]

Aye jay, take a camera with ya, ken, ya'll get a monster portion.

[@fandangobrandango7864]

I'm going Dominican Republic for new years this year for two week, fk Scotland lol

[@24magiccarrot]

If your wife likes nice scenic views and throw in a historic tour of Edinburgh then Scotland is an easy sell.

[@hmu05366]

@@blackbob3358 what?

[@northernise]

Scotland is truly beautiful!

[@richardminto1878]

Aye, we know

[@mikegoodsoul1104]

So pleased for you when you have moments like this! I’ve said it before about your love for food is like my love for music. There are moments when it just transcends to a different level. Thank you for sharing your passion!

[@amreeksingh4448]

Beautiful country 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 beautiful food and people 👊

[@joffff]

I saw the title and had my doubts but after seeing the quality of that fish I'm now sold!

[@andrewccochrane8052]

you should have no doubts my friend iam going to punn this comment by saying the proof of the pudding is in the eating so you should make a special trip to the place this fish is not from a freezer it is landed every morning 4am and distributed to delivery vans and the local fish shops it is the fresheness and cooking methods what wins the awards everything is top quality and unbeatible food go try it

[@galatians22122]

I was just there in November 2023 and having tried many other fish and chips this was THE BEST! 2nd Time watching this and again with every bite tears are welling up in my eyes, because I know what he is experiencing!

[@raycarter4030]

sir, you are a wonderful, wonderful representation of our British culture. Keep up the good work.

[@FoodReviewClubUK]

Thank you so much Ray I hope you have a great day ❤️

[@paulbaker9434]

We travelled from Glasgow to get this fish and chips,and yes was worth it, outrageous,and you my sir,do it so much justice,love it

[@roddyscott9498]

Sensational Review Mate - Big Fan of the Anstruther Fish Bar since I was let in on the secret back in 2014. When ever I am in Scotland I go. Newcastle, NSW, AU

[@reissjohnston2623]

Wee free promo in the background for donaldson, glad you love this Matt we used to have a holiday home (caravan) in anstruther around the corner from the shop spent half of my childhood there wholesome review loved every minute

[@LizzieMc]

It’s only 11.05 am and I am soooooooo jealous and you’ve made me starving hungry. If only all fish and chip shops had this much pride and dedication to their food 🙈🇬🇧👏👏👏

[@pauldavis983]

Agreed, tried many fish & chip shops up and down the country, found some really good ones, but Anstruther is in a different league to them all.

[@TheRealSimpsons1]

It is brilliant and it's a toss up between them and Frankies in the Shetland Islands. Love both. ❤

[@terryboy1235]

After your 1st visit I travelled up to try there fish and chips out for myself & they were the finest fish & chips I have ever had in my life! I might travel up there again in the next couple of weeks! Great review of the best chippy on this planet!⭐️🤗

[@mickhend1916]

Best chippy in the world . I travel from Glasgow every now and then and it’s mind blowing. Never had a bad fish from there . God bless lads 👏🏻👏🏻

[@FoodReviewClubUK]

Couldn't agree more!

[@c0mbat15]

I started watching you after you review of Flout because I love pizza and live in Belfast now. I'm so glad to see you now review Anstruther because its also been our pinnacle of fish and chips for about 15 years. We've lived in New Zealand and Australia for the past 10 years and all fish and chips since leaving Edinburgh have been benchmarked against Anstruther. I can't wait to go when we visit Scotland in April.

[@jotk9440]

Where's the best fish and chip places in Australia and New Zealand?

[@johnythomp8995]

Next time your there you need to try the wee chippy which is just along the road towards the hill you drive down to the harbour. Compare both Chippy’s. Might very well be the top two you will have tried

[@brok328]

Last time we went to Anstruther, we were trying to see the humpback whale that was out in the Firth at the time. Didn't see it, but why waste an 80 minute drive from Edinburgh. Then to the famous chippy. No joke, we were expecting an hour long queue, but, the queue went up a lane and continued up the street we managed to park in, the last time we came, when the queue was only a couple of meters from the shop door. Short story, we went to the wee chippy described above. It was also a great fish supper. I'd love to do a comparison. Pretty hard with these queues though. Maybe a top notch chippy comparison website could do just that? You might need a panel though. I could be available :)

[@hammyh1165]

Wee chippy is far better , Anstruther chippy is for the tourists.

[@andrewlee8967]

Consistency is everything in food, when a place delivers its best whatever it may be, again and again, it wins

[@alastair9377]

Spot on!

[@michaeloneill6453]

I love going to Anstruther for fish and chips. You can't beat it for the fish and the great wee harbour across the road from the chip shop is stunning

[@markolphert5460]

Can't wait to travel to Scotland to get a taste of this. Absolutely amazing thank you mate

[@chouselle1]

Loved your description of the Fish n Chips 👏🏿😋."Cheers everyone this is my North star "🌟

[@Watfordfc71]

My other half is from lochore fife and she always tells me this is the best full stop , next time we’re in Scotland we shall go 😊

[@bhobbybhoy6244]

Without doubt the best review FRC has ever done those fish n chips looked absolutely outstanding I’m definitely driving up there at the weekend to get some , fantastic review 👍🏻

[@alanna4858]

Loved this review!! Loved your passion for this place! Yaaas

[@andrewangus3461]

IF you decide on a 3rd visit, try the monk fish. Stunning

[@dandaze4345]

Monk fish is unreal

[@24magiccarrot]

That's def a shout. I've been to this fish n chip shop multiple times, but the Monk fish is next level.

[@mac148]

Been going there for 40 years and it has always been the best chippy it used to be a 100 yards away next to the pub and the old guy with the fish stood outside not been for a few years now I'm going to take a run up at the weekend😁

[@Harvskyz1993]

im scottish ive heard people go on about this place but never been, does look good mate!

[@24magiccarrot]

I'm Scottish, been there multiple times, and honestly it's a good thing it's not my local chippy cause I'd be double the size I am now. Without question the best chippy I've ever been to.

[@ajbeckett-longstaff9693]

I went there 12 years ago and it still looks the same . The batter is amazing and the curry sauce is second to none

[@GusMac6129]

Anstruther Fish Bar is definitely in my top 3. The Bay in Stonehaven is another excellent chipper. With Fochabers Fish Bar another great feast. The best in England i have ever had was in Porthleven, in Cornwall.

[@brigadeerez8060]

I have been there numerous times, and i have to agree no other fish and chips come close! Great video lads

[@domeski2366]

This is 10 minutes from where I live. Blessed and proud to have Anstruther Fish & chips whenever I want. An establishment that will never be beaten.

[@Rydonittelo]

As a nation we have been conditioned to accept very poor standards of fish and chips. My local chippy has a ☆☆☆☆ star rating and the batter is mush and falls away from the fish every time and this is common everywhere. It's nice to see there is still good places out there.

[@G4RY1159]

Place in Hamilton used to be awesome, Equi's - last time I went in the batter was really poor, it was bitter, the lady owner came over and asked if we liked our meal ? I said it was rotten, I gestured for her to try the fish I had left, she did and I could see she was annoyed, it was like they had put in baking powder and really messed it up. She told me when we were leaving to go around and get a cone for my daughter ''on the house'' never did as I was pissed off at such a poor fish & chips, never been back since.

[@Ben-ks5bm]

Usually the Asian run ones are terrible, avoid like the plague

[@adamkane7513]

​@@Ben-ks5bm Asian as in Oriental or Indian sub-continent?

[@rajkhunt1]

We go there everytime we do a St Andrews tour (only 9 miles up the road). Hands down, best chippy in Scotland!

[@01klaatu]

Originally from Fife, we still come here for our fish and chips at least twice a month. Never disappoints. Should also try the haggis - amazing as well.

[@blackbob3358]

Of course it is, klaatu..get tae. The amount of people that have "been there", must 24 hr, ken .

[@01klaatu]

@@blackbob3358 Leven born and bred BB. Stay further west for my sins now. Outlaws stay near Glenrothes so trips back to the great Kingdom are many.

[@stonemarten1400]

Got to love a haggis supper, very close second to good fish and chips.

[@Mr_Gixxer]

I go there often, and am usually very happy. Went there a few weeks ago now, and must have caught them on an off day as it was "okay" at best, 3/5. (Usually it is 5/5 as the review suggests). However, a couple days ago I went to the chippy in Juniper Green (Edinburgh), wasn't expecting anything out the ordinary, and had my socks blown clean off! It was easily as good as Anstruther on a good day. Will be keeping my eye on that place to see if lightning strikes twice, as the other chippies in that general area are all sub-par.

[@MrMiller1987]

I was here three years ago and still here to see you go back there today love it 💪🏻

[@kieranmccann94]

We used to take day trips to Ansturther regularly when we were kids and always went to this chip shop, and yes on weekends people were queued out the door and it hasn't changed. looks the same as it did 20+ years ago. I'm never felt emotion over someone else eating food before but today i was. You're welcome back to Scotland anytime.

[@lovegar]

Facing that chippy, if you go down the road to the left there is another chippy, believe it or not the locals say is even better, its called The Wee Chippy on Shore Road. Maybe next time you are up it might a good video to do a back to back comparison?

[@geoffdundee]

Graham Love .......ive tried both and Anstruther Fish Bar is best ..............Never come to Dundee for a chippy as they are all crap compared to Anstruther (and you get smaller fish too)

[@johnythomp8995]

Wee chippy is just as good and can get served in half the time.

[@bu5ha112]

Fantastic review boys. I’ve had the pleasure of visiting Anstruther Fish Bar - and it is every you describe. Enjoy!

[@hardgainer6663]

Definitely is a different level mate ,you can’t beat the freshness of the fish and the way they cook it 👍

[@stonemarten1400]

I’m here in Fife and it is really excellent that place, worth queuing for in my experience.

[@Martyboy_Glasgow]

new subscriber from near Glasgow! I swam in three nearby tidal pools and finished with a Fish Supper at this amazing spot, absolutely outstanding (easiest pronunciation is ANNstrutha)..... whereas Irn Bru, emphasis on the BRU. Cracking vid, genuine passion for what you do is clear to see

[@KiNgLeOnIDaStHeGrEaT]

100% YES 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@Slickster-rh3mn]

Had a lot of caravan holidays in Anstruther when I was a kid, and the chippies were always a highlight.

[@therealisation5500]

I'm coming through next month and it's definitely one of our first stops just watching making my mouth water

[@smithyc2051]

I once drove 300 miles just to experience this place and it didn’t disappoint truly the best fish an chips in the world.

[@weepair2]

I live 8 miles away from this chip shop. I can assure you the queues of excited customers confirm the quality of this shop.

[@michaelobrien9825]

You ought to see the queues at this shop during the summer, you sometimes have to wait at least an hour or more to get served, the people come for miles away to eat fish and chips 🍟.

[@ryanwatterson4038]

First time I've never seen the queue up the street around and up the next street too 😂

[@stonemarten1400]

I’m live here in Fife and it is really good that place, worth queuing or even a day off work to visit in quieter times, mid-week off-season.

[@scotthendry473]

Nothing comes close. Tried it for the 1st time last year. It’s unbelievable

[@stephenbutler463]

good review Matt.

[@billybeveridge9172]

Brian blessed gettin excited about fish and chips

[@c-dawg1985]

‘Ainster’ fish bar is amazing! Live South England now but grew up in Fife and had family in Anstruther so many great memories eating at that chippy. Now I hope you nipped up to St Andrews to Fisher & Donaldson for another Fudge Donut review 😜. Keep up the content lad love your energy! 💪🏻

[@Cpt962]

So emotive, pure entertainment :)

[@corsaircaptain666]

You inspired me! I want to have that one too. Well done Matt and Cal

[@CrusheryCS]

Love these dudes

[@johndunsmore430]

I have fond memories of going here with my parents as a wee boy.picking Wilkes and mussels on the beach with my dad brother and sister. Then we got to sit on the wall at harbour sharing a big fish supper. I'm an hour and a half away and every time I'm up golfing it's followed by a drive to the chippy a walk on the beach and a wee sit on the wall with my fish and chips.and a wink to my da

[@FoodReviewClubUK]

Love this so much thanks for sharing John ❤️

[@GsCConcrete123]

I wish IRELAND had the same FISH & CHIPS.

[@drrevenant4621]

Love visiting this place used to go every weekend with the lass, glad you enjoy it mate made me Want one now

[@FoodReviewClubUK]

Do you live locally then?

[@drrevenant4621]

@@FoodReviewClubUK I live in Kirkcaldy 30 min drive away, ever since I watched the video I’ve been nagging for us to go lmao

[@JackGallagher2014]

Simply Outstanding

[@6171tara]

Been to that fish and chip shop hundreds of times and your correct, it has to be the best chippy in the uk, normally in the summer months you'll queue for at least an hour to get severed.

[@gareth85522]

I reckon this place is matts true spirit animal 😮, looks so unique, I keep recommending Godfreys in Harpenden, and that’s great but this place is ultra elite!

[@wildheart1973]

Been many times, he's telling the truth it really is that good.

[@380Scania]

I’m a Fifer and folks travel for miles to that beautiful harbour and the fish and chips are out of this world. Nice in the summer when its warm the bikers are out with their beautiful machines all lined up down the road.

[@user-dm84]

I live in England now but I'm from a town very close to Anstruther, and I still wax lyrical about this fish bar. I visit everytime I'm home, it really is unparalleled.

[@ajsdiychannel4308]

Would love to visit UK one day. The food, the beer and football 😍

[@craigstewart6073]

Don't wait lad, get ur arse on a plane and enjoy it. It's some place

[@markwoods7570]

Amazing bro. Very very blessed lucky dude. Keep up the awesome work bro. Mean that ❤️

[@davidnm21]

I’ve been to Scotland many times and I can honestly say they are the finest fish & chips I’ve had ever. Nice vlog boys😉👍

[@colindarroch4022]

The best fish and chips in the UK miss them now living in Cyprus. Brilliant vlog.

[@christimms102]

Living in Fife , I can concur with this 25 mins in car from were I live, it is no exaggeration it is the best I've ever tasted. Once a month trip to Ainster ( scottish slang for Anstruther) If your up here its a mush try and avoid weekends its busy as **** Cheers

[@mrschurchill2998]

I live in West Lothian - it’s 100% worth the 1.5hr drive for dinner by the seaside! You’ll never get a better chippy and that’s just a fact.

[@FoodReviewClubUK]

Come on 🙌🏻

[@andrewcharles1420]

Love this place, definitely some of the best Fish and Chips I've had.

[@CagedPaps]

I know everyone raves about their fish, but... There's not a huge amount of places in Fife and really none in Edinburgh who sell red pudding. A red pudding supper is where it's at.

[@catalin4831]

Should come to Godfrey's fish& chips in Harpenden to see the masterpiece of a f&c

[@ONeill1421]

Why if hes tried the best

[@Jharries1971]

Should be a 10 ⭐️ if it’s so good. Time for a Super Elite category for the exceptional.

[@Martyboy_Glasgow]

maybe a champions league?

[@adrianwiuk]

I think the two up the road in St Andrews - Cromars and Tail End - are both better, although these are still good. And you should check out Colemans in South Shields on your way home. Probably my favourite in England

[@FoodReviewClubUK]

Thanks Adrian!

[@pmac2597]

Wow that is a real fish supper Need to try it & watch your other vids 👍

[@palace1439]

Still an absolute banger!

[@mikehunt4018]

Looks 🔥 🎉 good price too

[@rob3462]

Wonder how they get the batter so light and crisp. It's like they do some Heston Blumenthal type sh*t and aerate it somehow. Or maybe a different flour like potato or rice flour?

[@uksunshinekid992]

I have had the pleasure of eating there a few times. They are amazing. We sit in with a cup of sweet tea and bread and butter. Locals say that the fish & chip shop around the corner from there is just as good. 😮

[@rmclaren83]

Not sure if anyone else has mentioned this but next time you're up that way you should also try Crail Fish Bar, 10 mins up the coast. Outstanding.

[@steeshyboy]

It’s exceptional.

[@bmclaughlin01]

I’ve been there, he’s not joking, best and chips ever. Nearest I’ve had was in Mevagissey, Cornwall, No 1 and 2 in the UK.

[@FoodReviewClubUK]

Big up Billy ❤️

[@Collwila]

I like viewing whisky reviewers and you wax lyrical about the fish supper the same as those guys describe malt whisky. Great job

[@hulk2891]

The Wee Chippy along the other end 2023 winner

[@BigWolfie1]

Welcome back to Scotland guys...

[@ryankenmore1082]

Great energy love it

[@carltwidle9046]

I live in New Zealand. Being a Commonwealth country we are a nation of fish and chips eaters. Having fish and chips was a treat as child. Back in the 1960s they were wrapped in newspaper. What you bought there looks yummy.

[@oliverlewis9080]

I know it would be rude not to have an Irn Bru in Scotland but as a kid, when we'd get a chippy on a Friday, i'd always have Irn Bru or Vimto, maybe a Lilt because at other takeaways or cafes w/e, you'd have a choice of like Coke/Pepsi, Fanta/Tango or Sprite/7up so chippy was always exciting because of something as mundane as that

[@stevenmarinello6478]

Use to get here from Edinburgh often for a treat and a car journey with the lads..great chippy full of photos of royals and celebrities who frequently visit

[@FoodReviewClubUK]

Love that Steven 🙌🏻

[@archangel0891]

I live just outside glasgow and everyone including myself thats been to that chippie say the same. Its the best fish supper money kin buy. Its the ONLY chippie that does chippie chips that are CRUNCHY and fluffy inside. The fish aswell is outstanding. Crispy and meaty inside with no grease. Every chippie, ye get greasy shitey chips and a ratty greasy bita fish. Hands doon best supper money kin buy🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@archangel0891]

@@hmu05366 how aboot naw ya arseh*le 🖕🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@FoodReviewClubUK]

I couldn't agree more!!!

[@weemark67]

I used to go here once a month on my motorbike from Aberdeen, fantastic. My late uncle George, allways said that the the Wee Chippy, just along the road is better.

[@robertryan6782]

Loved this big English guy falling in love with the Fish and Chips, will need to go as a Scot myself. Will be subscribed from today, I liked the big man's way and manner - came across well.

[@hmu05366]

You’re just saying that because you liked what he was saying coz you’re a scot

[@normanmart7933]

Can't argue as we're not far away and it's chippy heaven and the perfect spot to sit out and eat it. Glad it was as good as you remembered as it's not the easiest place to get to.

[@Butchyboysadventures]

Subscribed buddy class love a good fish shop I adventure the UK alot and this is nice to know I must try thanks for sharing 👍

[@rabmcnair4488]

Not been to this one but have heard its very good, so will pop in the next time I am in the area. The one at Largs and Troon are also top notch.

[@FoodReviewClubUK]

Let us know what you think when you go!

[@daviddodds5965]

Looks like I'm going to chippy tonight for tea now 🤣

[@neiloldfield8661]

Smashing it matt