Royal Fish & Chips, located at 67 Gowthorpe in Selby, is a standout destination for lovers of classic British fish and chips. This charming restaurant celebrates the traditional seaside favourite with a menu that emphasizes quality, generous portions, and authentic flavours that are sure to satisfy any craving.
The star of the menu is undoubtedly their Haddock & Chips, available in various sizes to suit every appetite—from a Small Haddock & Chips priced at a very reasonable £8.25 to a Large Haddock & Chips for those truly hungry at £14.19. The batter is consistently praised for being beautifully light and incredibly crispy, never soggy, perfectly enveloping flaky, tender fish that melts in your mouth. Accompanying the fish, the chips are golden, hearty, and deliciously crispy, providing the ideal textural contrast.
Beyond the classic fish and chips, Royal Fish & Chips offers a delightful range of sundries that add an extra layer of comfort and flavour. The Cheese and Chips with gravy or curry options are particularly popular, priced at just £6.49, delivering rich, indulgent tastes that perfectly complement the main dishes. For those with a taste for something different, the Spam Fritter (£3.19) and Fish Butty with regular haddock (£8.69) offer satisfying alternatives that maintain the same high standard of fresh, tasty ingredients.
Many customers rave about the authenticity and quality of the food. Lisa Forsyth noted the meal was "really, really nice like seaside nice," highlighting the light, crispy batter and perfectly cooked fish and chips. Lynne Firth praised the "massive fishcake" and "super crispy batter," along with the rich, flavourful curry sauce that elevates the meal. Frequent diner Arron Dennis hailed Royal Fish & Chips as "the new king of Fish & Chips in Selby," appreciating both the generous portions and the traditional touch of cooking in beef dripping, which adds a depth of flavour that true fish and chip connoisseurs crave.
The dining atmosphere at Royal Fish & Chips reflects the warm, welcoming vibe of a genuine neighbourhood chippy. Staff like Charlye and Adele receive special mentions for their friendly, helpful service, enhancing the overall experience and making every visit feel personal and thoughtful.
Value is another key highlight for Royal Fish & Chips. The meal deals are competitively priced, making it an excellent choice for families, couples, or solo diners who want hearty, satisfying meals without overspending. David Fermor praised the outlet for its "excellent value," freshly cooked meals served hot and ready to enjoy.
For those in and around Selby seeking the perfect blend of tradition, quality, and friendly hospitality, Royal Fish & Chips is a must-visit. Whether you’re craving a classic Haddock & Chips, an indulgent Curry and Chips, or simply a well-crafted beloved staple, this delightful spot promises a memorable meal that embodies the best of British comfort food.
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Lisa Forsyth
14/10/2025
So fancied fish n chips tonight so thought we'd give these a try we was not disappointed! They were really, really nice like sea side nice the batter light & crispy, not soggy, fish was melting in mouth ,chips perfect and tasty and Irish curry sauce was delicious we got meal deal which was good value for money but thought delivery was bit pricey but delivery driver was friendly & polite and food was piping hot! Definitely will buy again! Give them a try if you haven't already! Highly recommended!
Lynne Firth
30/09/2025
Absolutely fabulous food. Massive fishcake, the batter on the fish was super crispy and not soggy at all, the chips were lovely and crispy as well. The curry sauce tasted amazing. Generous portions and well worth the money. Would highly recommend this fish shop to anyone.
Arron Dennis
28/09/2025
All hail the new king of Fish & Chips in Selby! Gave this place a try today as they’re only a few days old and… wow! This is exactly how I like my fish and chips! Fried in beef dripping, chips golden and tasty and the fish was thick and had crispy (non soggy) batter… and the portions are huge! I couldn’t even finish my chips. Staff are lovely and friendly too. My wife never finishes her fish and chips, but she cleaned the plate and told me “Best fish and chips I’ve ever had”… which shocked the hell out of me I’ve always been a real fish and chips snob, but these were belting! Don’t even second guess and get down there when you’re next craving them. Well done guys!
David Fermor
26/09/2025
Tried this outlet tonight and was pleasantly surprised. Excellent value, freshly cooked and was hot. Would recommend without hesitation. Very good value for money.
Steph Cooke
28/08/2025
Absolutely beautiful food! Massive portions for the money, really good meal deal prices compared to the rest of Selby chippies! So nice to have fish and chips not DRIPPING in grease when you get them! Charlye and Adele were so helpful and friendly and I couldn’t recommend Royal any more!
MML Reviews
18/08/2025
Finally got round to trying this place after hearing a lot of positive feedback. Got a small fish inside a scollop butty. Thick fish (as seen in the picture) Crunchy and tasty batter, moist fish. Cousin got a large fish and chips which was very big. Chips was very nice.