Whitstone's Traditional Fish & Chips

Out on the eastern edge of Shepton Mallet, near the Charlton crossroads, Whitstone's has built a loyal following as both a sit-down restaurant and a proper traditional chippy. Frying is done to order, and regulars rave about the freshly battered fish, the chunky chips and the lighter cod bites that disappear fast on a busy evening. It is a licensed spot too, so you can settle in with a drink, and there is a tidy range beyond the fryer for anyone who fancies a change from the classics.

The kitchen leans on quality sourcing, with a Prime Fillet of Cod that comes through crisp rather than greasy, alongside hand-pressed steak burgers and rotisserie chicken for bigger appetites. Sweet tooths are looked after with locally made puddings and award-winning ice cream in flavours that rotate through the year. Rated 4.2 out of 5 on Tripadvisor, it is the kind of dependable family favourite worth the short drive out of the town centre when you want your fish and chips done properly.