Fish and chips is one of the nation's favourite dishes, and in Carmarthenshire there is no shortage of fantastic chippies to choose from if you fancy grabbing a bite to eat.

Last week saw Wales celebrating its tradition of fine fish and chips, with Ship Deck in Caerphilly winning Takeaway of the Year at the National Fish and Chip Awards.

No matter where you go, you are not too far away from one of our many independent takeaways offering cod and chips, fish cakes, curry sauce or any other of our fish and chip favourites.

If you are wondering which Carmarthenshire chippies are the most popular, then this list will have you covered, with a number of fantastic takeaways that cover all corners of the county that come highly recommended.

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Each of the following locations have ratings of either four and a half or four out of five on TripAdvisor, meaning the chances of you having a bad meal in them is slim, to say the least.

Here are the top ten fish and chip shops in Carmarthenshire, according to the locals, along with their TripAdvisor citations:

1) Morgan's Traditional Chippy, Carmarthen

South Wales Guardian:

Generous portions of fish and chips, featuring perfectly cooked flavors and a selection of vegetarian options, define this casual dining spot.

Morgan's Traditional Chippy is open from 11.30am until 2pm and from 4.30pm until 7.30pm from Wednesday to Saturday and has an average rating of 4.5/5 from 261 reviews.

2) Migels Fish Bar, Llanelli

Best chippy in Llanelli. Good friendly service, food always first class. Plenty of variety and home made pies.

Migel's Fish Bar is open from midday until 8.30pm from Monday until Saturday and has an average rating of 4.5/5 from 153 reviews.

3) West End Fish and Chips, Carmarthen

Famed for fish and chips with crispy batter and chunky chips, this eatery offers a hearty menu in a relaxed setting, including a praised curry sauce. Takeaway service available.

West End Fish and Chips is open from 11.30am until 9pm from Monday to Saturday and has an average rating of 4.5/5 from 70 reviews.

4) Coracle Fish Bar, Carmarthen

South Wales Guardian:

"Fantastic food. Fantastic Service. Warm welcome every time. My waistline won't let me go too often. Looking forward to going back."

Coracle Fish Bar is open from 11.30am until 8.30pm from Monday to Saturday and has an average rating of 4.5/5 from 31 reviews.

5) Mermaid Fish Bar, Llandybie

"Ordered online, food ready on arrival. Massive portions of well cooked and delicious food. Great value for money"

Mermaid Fish Bar is open seven days a week and has an average rating of 4.5/5 from 30 reviews.

6) Castle View Fish Bar and Restaurant, Laugharne

Traditional fish and chips feature on the menu at this casual spot, complemented by Welsh Cawl. Set near a historic castle, the eatery is known for its family-friendly vibe and pet-friendly policy.

Castle View Fish Bar and Restaurant is open from midday until 2pm and from 5pm until 7.30pm from Monday to Saturday and has an average rating of 4/5 from 300 reviews.

7) Joseph's Fish Bar and Cafe, Burry Port

Culinary spot serving hearty portions of classic fish & chips and savory rissoles. Dishes feature crispy batter and fresh ingredients, complemented by a selection of pies in a straightforward setting.

Joseph's Fish Bar is open from midday until 8pm from Monday to Saturday and has an average rating of 4/5 from 145 reviews.

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8) Florries Fish & Chips, Llansteffan

"Perfectly reasonable fish and chips in a good location next to the beach in Llansteffan. Friendly, efficient service."

Florries Fish & Chips has an average rating of 4/5 from 132 reviews.

9) Ocean Blue Fish Bar & Restaurant, Ammanford

"I enjoyed my meal here. The sausages were well cooked. The chips crisp and enjoyable with beans added. I will visit again."

Ocean Blue Fish Bar & Restaurant is open from 4pm until 8.30pm from Monday to Thursday and from midday until 8.30pm on Fridays and Saturdays and has an average rating of 4/5 from 100 reviews.

10) Queens Fish and Chips, Llanelli

Generous portions of fish and chips, alongside clean kebabs and a noteworthy gravy, define this local takeaway. Enjoy thick-cut chippy chips and non-greasy options in a casual setting.

Queens Fish and Chips is open seven days a week and has an average rating of 4/5 from 39 reviews.