Frankies Fish and Chips at Brae

Frankies Fish and Chips at Brae

Frankies Fish and Chips at Brae, 2025/26 Good Food Award winner – Gold Seal.

Frankie’s Fish & Chips in Brae is the UK’s most northerly chippie—and one of its most celebrated. Perched on the rugged coast of Shetland, Frankie’s Fish & Chips is more than just a takeaway—it’s a national treasure. With its purpose-built, modern premises and commitment to sustainability, Frankie’s sets the standard for what a great chippie should be.

The restaurant’s ethos centres around fresh, locally sourced seafood, environmental responsibility, and community engagement. The menu features classic favourites like battered haddock and chips, panko-breaded scampi, and mussels in honey and chilli, all cooked to perfection and served with homemade tartare sauce. Vegetarian options and gluten-free batter are also available, ensuring inclusivity without compromise.

Frankie’s offers both indoor and outdoor seating, with views of the surrounding coastline that add to the experience. Despite its remote location, the café is consistently busy—proof that quality and reputation travel far. The team also runs educational programmes and beach clean-ups, reinforcing their commitment to marine conservation and local pride.

Customer reviews highlight the “exceptional quality”, “friendly service”, and “reasonable prices”, with many calling it the best fish and chips they’ve ever had. The venue has earned a Travellers’ Choice award from Tripadvisor, placing it among the top 10% of restaurants in the UK.

Frankie’s is open seven days a week and offers takeaway, dine-in, and catering services. The business is proudly Shetland-based, and its success has helped put the region on the culinary map.

In a country where fish and chips are a beloved tradition, Frankie’s Fish & Chips stands out for its excellence, ethics, and island charm. Its recognition by the Good Food Awards is a testament to its dedication—not only to great food, but to the values that make independent hospitality truly special.

Our Good Food Awards recognise the hard-working teams who strive for excellence within their field. Chosen for their food quality, service and value, our highly revered Gold Seal, is bestowed upon those achieving consistently high customer ratings/votes over three years, making our Gold Seal a marque of distinction. Read more about us and our awards.

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Frankie’s Fish & Chips, Brae, Shetland, ZE2 9QJ