The Anchor Bexley Named Winner in Fry Awards 2025
The Anchor in Bexley has been recognized as a top fish and chip takeaway in the UK, winning a prestigious Fry Award.
Bexley, UK, Fish and Chips, Fry Awards, Ozan Bakic, Golden Cod
Bexley: The Anchor has made quite a splash by being named one of the best fish and chip spots in the UK. It’s part of the Fry’s 50 Best Fish & Chip Takeaways and 10 Best Fish & Chip Restaurants for 2025.
This year marks the 13th anniversary of these awards, which celebrate everything from mobile units to sit-down restaurants. The competition was fierce, with 50 businesses in the running.
Ozan Bakic, the owner, started this venture with his wife while juggling a job as an electrician. They had no food experience but turned The Anchor into a multi-award-winning success.
Ozan, who goes by @snvbae on Instagram, has cleverly used social media to promote his business, teaming up with local food influencers to reach a wider audience.
The menu is a fun mix of traditional and modern dishes. You can find classic fish and chips alongside unique options like squid chunks and crab claws, with prices ranging from £3.50 to £10.50.
One of the standout items is the Golden Cod, a fish fillet wrapped in 24-carat gold leaf. Inspired by the famous chef Salt Bae, this dish went viral, racking up millions of views online.
Ozan shared that they started with a loyal older crowd but wanted to attract younger customers. So, they launched social media campaigns to broaden their appeal.
This latest award adds to their growing list of accolades, including a Blue Ribbon at the Good Food Awards and Best in England at the England Business Awards last year.
The winners were chosen after a rigorous judging process, with mystery diners evaluating everything from food quality to cleanliness. This year, all finalists scored above 96 percent, with some hitting a perfect 100.
Ozan expressed his gratitude, saying it’s amazing to see their hard work recognized. He emphasized the importance of maintaining high standards and thanked his team and suppliers for their dedication.
He also extended a heartfelt thanks to their customers for their ongoing support.