Hollywood Fish Bar

This busy neighbourhood chippy is a Hollywood institution, frying classic British fish and chips for the village and the surrounding Worcestershire countryside just south of Birmingham. The draw is simplicity done well: fresh fillets in light, crisp batter, mountains of chips and the full line-up of chip-shop sides. Fans single out the wonderfully fresh Cod and Chips, cooked to order and handed over piping hot, with cheerful service that keeps locals coming back for more.

Alongside the fish you will find sausages, pies, kebabs and the usual mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy for those who like it. The shop carries a top Food Hygiene Rating of 5 (Very Good), and it scores an impressive 4.7/5 from more than 200 reviews on one popular restaurant guide, a sign of just how consistent the frying is. Whether it is a quick lunch or an easy family supper, it remains a reliable go-to in this corner of the West Midlands.