Polegate Fish Bar

Polegate Fish Bar is a proper traditional chippy near the heart of the town, where everything is cooked fresh to order rather than left sitting under the lights. The batter comes out perfectly golden and crisp, and the Haddock and Chips draws particular praise from regulars, alongside the usual chip-shop favourites done properly. There is a thoughtful touch for coeliacs too, with gluten-free frying offered on selected days, so more people can enjoy a classic fish supper.

Welcoming staff and consistently hot, timely deliveries have earned it a strong local reputation, reflected in a 4.5 out of 5 rating from around 80 reviews. Whether you eat in, collect or have it brought to your door across the neighbourhood, it is the kind of dependable, no-nonsense fish-and-chip shop that locals are quietly proud of. For a comforting British takeaway staple in the area, it is hard to beat.