Wetherby Whaler, Guiseley, named one of UK's top ten fish and chip restaurants

The Wetherby Whaler in Guiseley has received the rating from industry publication Fry Magazine following a visit from a mystery diner who marked the restaurant on more than 40 different aspects, including food quality, customer service, cleanliness and value for money.

It is the second year running the restaurant has made the list.

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Caroline Murphy, director of Wetherby Whaler, said: “We are delighted and proud that our Guiseley restaurant has been recognised again for its quality and service.

“As always, the bar for achieving this accolade and appearing on Fry’s list is set incredibly high and the judging process is very intense.

“Our Guiseley restaurant has continued to grow in popularity, which is testament to the commitment and dedication of our staff. Hopefully we can build on this latest success by appearing on Fry’s Top 10 list for a third year in a row in 2020!”

Wetherby Whaler also has a restaurant in Pudsey.

Reece Head, competition organiser, added: “The eating out market is more competitive than ever, and you can no longer just open your doors and expect a regular trade; the focus has to be on offering a quality product that’s consistent, accompanied by exceptional customer service in clean, inviting surroundings.

“Our 10 Best Fish & Chip Restaurants hit the mark on all these aspects day in, day out by buying the best ingredients, filtering their oil every day, sourcing the right packaging, training their staff and investing back into their premises.

“This all comes at a price, but these shops see the value it adds, and it was makes them stand out.

“We are proud of all the winners and the efforts they go to not only to raise standards in our industry but to set new ones too.

“The industry is so much more professional than it ever has been because of shops like those in our 10 Best who go the extra mile.”