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London's Cheapest Fish & Chips: A Dying Breed?
13 Feb
Summary
- Fish and chips, once affordable, are becoming a luxury.
- A London shop owner fears for the future of the dish.
- Customers note the rising cost of traditional takeaways.
Fish and chips, long considered an affordable British indulgence, are rapidly transforming into a luxury food item. This shift is largely attributed to the current cost of living squeeze, which has driven up prices for many essential and once-budget-friendly meals.
A content creator known for analysing street food visited Knights Fish Bar in Norwood, London, reportedly the city's cheapest fish and chip shop. The owner, who has operated the establishment for over 40 years, expressed deep concern about the future of the dish, noting that it is becoming too expensive for the average person.
The shop offers a lunchtime special with cod and chips for £6.50 and chicken and chips for £5. However, even at these prices, the owner fears that fish and chips will soon be exclusively for the wealthy. This sentiment is echoed by customers, some of whom are actively seeking out traditional chip shops before they disappear entirely.
