Gordon Ramsay and royal big fans of 'UK's best seaside fish and chip shop'
Food and Travel Magazine named Riddle and Finns The Beach in Brighton as the 'very best' on their list of the '10 Best Seaside Fish and Chip Shops' in the UK. The restaurant is also a firm favourite of Gordon Ramsay and one other familiar face.
A coastal chippy is being hailed as a top-notch spot for the quintessential British summer delight, fish and chips, with patrons buzzing about their 'excellent experience'.
As the holiday season unfurls with balmy days stretching ahead, many Brits will be flocking to beloved seaside locales, undoubtedly craving the perennial beach favourite, fish and chips.
Despite its unassuming and friendly atmosphere, this fish and chip joint boasts a touch of sophistication, counting Gordon Ramsay and even royalty among its fans. Nestled in Brighton's narrow historic Lanes, Riddle and Finns The Beach is a seafood restaurant with deep roots in the area's fishing heritage.
Recently, Food and Travel Magazine crowned Riddle and Finns as the crème de la crème in their roundup of the '10 Best Seaside Fish and Chip Shops' in the UK. The publication praised the eatery as 'the very best', noting Gordon Ramsay was 'a happy customer'.
But this isn't your typical takeaway wrapped in paper; it's a full-blown dining experience to be relished alongside stunning views. Chef David Roy expertly prepares locally-sourced seafood, reports <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/lifestyle/food-drink/one-uks-best-seaside-fish-35595456" rel="Follow" target="_self">the Mirror</a>.
Local fishermen continue their work nearby, supplying fresh catch for Riddle and Finns' patrons to savour - from classic fish and chips to oysters, seabass or chowder - seafood enthusiasts will find all their cravings satisfied here.
Queen Camilla's son and food writer, Tom Parker Bowles, also counts himself as a fan of this charming establishment.
Penning his thoughts in the Daily Mail, he remarked: "There's a levelheaded confidence here, as well as natural, unforced charm, that you only wish could be spread across the entire service industry. Walking in, it feels like you're a guest at some top-secret feast, rather than mere punter in search of sustenance.
"Every coastal town deserves a Riddle and Finns, small, unpretentious and confident. No fuss or faffing about, just fresh fish, well cooked."
Latest online feedback highlights an 'overall excellent experience' with customers declaring they 'will be coming back'.
One glowing five-star TripAdvisor review mentions 'a wonderful mid-week dinner here as a walk-in'.
A separate diner branded the establishment 'a sophisticated seaside treat' following their visit last month (June 2025).
TripAdvisor user Matthew H penned: "On a blowy Brighton day, after an almost straight walk down from the train station, this pavilion offers a warm welcome and a sophisticated dining experience.
"Food – There is what you want here, whole fish, seafood, snacks. I went for the chowder to start – potato, a milky stock, carrots, smoky bacon, small clams and a basil oil drizzle, £10 EXCELLENT.
"Then a half lobster thermidor – cheesy, small but delicious. And fries – nicely cooked outer crunch and inner fluffiness."
Yet another patron praised the 'great location' after securing a balcony table boasting sea views.
They reported 'excellent food, great service' whilst highlighting how 'very welcoming' the team proved to be. In addition to the exquisite seafood, the wines and sparkling beverages also receive high praise for their quality.
Riddle and Finns boasts over 1800 five-star reviews on TripAdvisor, a testament to its consistent service since opening its doors in 2006.
