Harbour Lights in Lawe Road has a 4.9* rating from 464 reviews. A Tripadvisor reviewer said: “Came here as we dropped our son off for an event and wanted a bite to eat. Warm welcome, excellent service and the food was amazing. I had the Chicken Kiev, the chicken was succulent and perfectly cooked, the homemade chips are delicious! My husband had the fish and chips and it was fantastic! Would 100% recommend! Thank you!”placeholder image
Harbour Lights in Lawe Road has a 4.9* rating from 464 reviews. A Tripadvisor reviewer said: “Came here as we dropped our son off for an event and wanted a bite to eat. Warm welcome, excellent service and the food was amazing. I had the Chicken Kiev, the chicken was succulent and perfectly cooked, the homemade chips are delicious! My husband had the fish and chips and it was fantastic! Would 100% recommend! Thank you!” | Google Maps

10 of the best-rated places for fish and chips in South Shields - according to customers

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A meal of fish and chips is one of Britain's most popular and traditional dishes, and is still loved by many in the UK to this day.

Our beautiful seaside town of South Shields has become known for its fish and chips scene, with plenty of excellent establishments serving up the iconic dish.

Here are 10 places for fish and chips in the town with a Tripadvisor rating of 4* or higher, and why customers love them.

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