Seaway Fishbar

Tucked into the parade of shops serving Shard End, Seaway Fishbar is a proper family-run chippy where regulars know the owners, Paul and Sue, by name. The fryers turn out fish that arrives crisp rather than greasy, paired with chips that locals describe as fluffy and melt-in-the-mouth. It is the kind of unfussy neighbourhood spot east Birmingham does so well, and the loyalty shows in the numbers: it is rated 4.5/5 from 71 Google reviews, with even warmer scores on the delivery apps.

While the Large Fish And Chips remains the star of the menu, there is plenty here for those after something different, from kebabs and burgers to wraps and traditional pies. Portions are generous and the welcome is friendly, making it an easy choice for a relaxed teatime supper or a treat eaten straight from the paper. If you want honest, freshly fried British seaside food without leaving this corner of Shard End, Seaway is a dependable local favourite.