Bristol fish and chip restaurant named as one of the best in the UK

The best fish and chip businesses were honoured this week at the National Fish and Chip Awards in London, which was hosted by comedian Rob Beckett.

Noah’s, which opened under the flyover at Cumberland Basin in May 2023 was third in the coveted Restaurant of the Year category, narrowly missing out to Knight’s in Glastonbury in the winning spot, with Pier Point in Torquay, the runner up.

“For Joie and me, it hasn’t really sunk in yet how big an achievement it is to place in these awards considering we’ve only been open 10 months,” says Dan Rosser, chef and co-owner of the popular harbourside restaurant. “We’re incredibly proud of our team and so thankful for how hard they’ve worked to get us to this point. It’s a brilliant benchmark for us as we come into spring and summer – we’re excited to keep pushing hard with new development plans and see what Noah’s can grow into.”

The awards celebrate excellence throughout the fish and chip industry, and over the last few months, businesses have been ‘plaice-d’ under a microscope: applicants have been grilled with interviews and skills tests by sector specialists. Industry knowledge and sustainable practices have been pored over and unannounced mystery visits were made but the hard work has paid off and the winners are reeling in the rewards. 

Speaking about the event, awards organiser and President of the National Federation of Fish Friers Andrew Crook says: “The National Fish and Chip Awards 2024 has been a remarkable experience to be part of. Our winners and finalists have put their all into making their fish and chip businesses stand-out for all the right reasons.

“It’s no secret that the sector has been hit hard by economic hardship, yet we have seen firsthand how chippies up and down the country, and overseas, are thinking fast on their feet to defy the odds without compromising on ethical standpoints, quality and most importantly, great tasting fish and chips.

“We are bursting with pride for our winners and other contenders. It’s a privilege to be able to support and encourage them further and they should all be proud of what they’ve achieved. Fish and chip teams rarely have a moment to pause but we hope everyone takes some time to enjoy the celebrations ahead of getting back to what they do best.”

For more information and bits on the National Fish and Chip Awards, please visit: www.thefishandchipawards.com.