The best chip shops in London

From the traditional to the upmarket, the capital caters for all kinds of fish 'n' chips fans.

Fryer's Delight, 19 Theobald's Road, WC1 (020 7405 4114).
A Formica-clad treasure which churns out proper old-fashioned fish'n'chips; the kind that used to be doled out in newspaper. Dieters beware - everything is deep-fried in beef-dripping.

Rock and Sole Plaice, 47 Endell Street, WC2 (020 7836 3785).
London's oldest chippie is always packed, so book first. Homemade samosas are excellent, but leave room for sticky toffee pudding.

Olley's, 65-69 Norwood Road, SE24 (020 8671 8259).
Named after a fish'n'chip moment in Oliver Twist, this posh chippy offers 17 types of fried, grilled or steamed fish.

Sam's, 68-70 Golders Green Road, NW11 (020 8455 9898).
Billingsgate supplies this upmarket north London favourite. All dishes come with a hefty salad.

Sea Cow, Clapham High Street, East Dulwich or Stoke Newington (www.theseacow.co.uk).
Pick fish from the fresh counter and wait for it to be grilled or fried. Add chips and minted mushy peas. Eco-conscious, all three branches now use their waste oil to make bio-diesel.

Brady's, 513 Old York Road, SW18 (0871 3328664).
Traditional potted shrimps and rollmop herrings are great, as are the chunky chips and battered cod. Service is charming; be sure to ask for a pot of their aioli.