Noah’s Bristol makes it into the Top 10 Fish & Chip Restaurants of the Year 2024

Noah’s, a new family-run restaurant tucked under the flyover at Cumberland Basin, has been shortlisted, putting it in with a chance of getting through to the next stage of the prestigious competition.

The 10 finalists were selected following a panel of judges reviewing each business for their environmental standards, sustainability best practice methods, customer service and knowledge of the fish and chip industry.

Dan Rosser, who opened Noah’s in May this year with his wife Joie, said: “When Joie and I set out on opening Noah’s, we dreamt of creating an informal restaurant where everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the best fish & chips and freshest British seafood with a waterside view. It’s always been our goal to showcase just how good fish & chips can be when kept simple and sourcing incredible quality produce from the daily UK markets. 

“It hasn’t all been plain sailing in the current climate, but to make it to the Top 10 Fish & Chip Restaurants when we’ve been open less than six months is a massive achievement for us.

“Getting this far is a credit to all our team, amazing suppliers and our customers who support us. Now that we have the chance to move forward in this competition is a bonus. We can’t wait to see what’s next!”

Awards organiser and president of the National Federation of Fish Friers Andrew Crook says the category has welcomed many fantastic entries. “While the challenges facing the fish and chip industry have been prominent in the headlines, the judges at the National Fish and Chip Awards are seeing how hard businesses are working to ensure the experience of coming into their restaurants remains second to none.

“We’re proud of how they are going above and beyond to continue serving this British classic and it’s an honour to be able to champion the entrants.”

Renowned names from the industry will continue further inspections of the shortlist, including mystery visits to each, which will see the 10 scaled down to five competitors. Crunch time will be on 28 February 2024, when the winner is announced at the awards ceremony at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London.

Noah’s is open Tuesday – Sunday for lunch, and Tuesday – Saturday for dinner. The daily changing menu is informed by the best of British fish and seafood landed at the South West coastal markets and the freshest shellfish sourced from the icy waters of Scotland, all served alongside local, seasonal produce. Diners can take advantage of their Lock Keeper’s Lunch special for £12.95, served from 12-3pm daily, or try their new Match Day Menu, featuring a choice of à la carte mains with a beer or house wine for £15, to coincide with evening games at Ashton Gate Stadium.