Best Fish and Chip Shops in Portrush

How to order like a local

“Fish supper”, not “fish and chips” — ask for the latter and you’ll be pegged as a tourist immediately.
“Chip” is singular in Northern Ireland: a “gravy chip” is chips with gravy, a “curry chip” is chips with curry sauce.
Cod is standard; haddock is the slightly more sustainable option if it’s on the menu.
Traditionally comes with salt and vinegar, and a side of mushy peas if you want to go full local.

Kraken Chip Shop — locally sourced fish, known for the “Kraken special.”
Chequers Chip Shop — a short walk from the beaches, generous portions.
Mr Chip — a no-frills, long-standing local institution; also does burgers and battered sausages.
The Dolphin — near the harbour, about 10 minutes’ walk from Royal Portrush Golf Club.
Shanty — a newer spot near the harbour with a broader menu (seafood chowder, fish tacos) alongside the classics.

The Prom Chippy — on the promenade with Atlantic views, vegetarian options available.
Chipmongers — a more modern take, including loaded fries and specialty burgers.
Superfry — family-run, fish sourced fresh daily.

Flash in the Pan, Bushmills — a good stop after visiting the distillery; there’s a wall by the river behind the shop that’s a genuinely nice spot to eat.
Morton’s, Ballycastle — right on the marina, well known across Northern Ireland for the quality of its fish.