The Hungry Hound

A genuine neighbourhood institution in the Rathcoole area of Newtownabbey, this busy chippy has earned a reputation as one of the best for fish suppers for miles around. The counter moves fast and the queue is part of the fun, with locals turning up for a proper Cod Supper fried in beef dripping and a mountain of chips that few manage to finish. Alongside the fish there are burgers, pasties and other hot favourites, all served quick and without fuss.

It is genuinely well regarded, holding a 4.4/5 rating from more than 140 Google reviews, with customers praising the freshness of the fish, the generous portions and the unbeatable value. This is takeaway food done the traditional way: hot, hearty and made to be eaten straight from the paper on the walk home. If you want to taste why this corner of Newtownabbey is so proud of its local chippy, the fish and chips are the obvious place to start.