Home to the oldest Chinese community in Europe, Liverpool is believed to be the birthplace of the gastronomic phenomenon that is salt and pepper chips.
It is believed the delicacy was invented by the owner of a Chinese fish and chip shop in Liverpool back in the 1960s, when he decided to stir-fry onions, peppers, chilli, black pepper, five spice and garlic with chippy chips.
Since then, the city has become known for its salt and pepper offerings, from chips and chicken to burgers and hot dogs. But, which restaurants and takeaways offer best salt and pepper chips in Liverpool?
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Whether you’re after thin, crispy fries, chunky chippy-style salt and pepper chips or even curly fries, there’s certainly no shortage of delicious offerings in the city and we believe we have found some of the tastiest.
Here are some of the best places for proper salt and pepper chips in Liverpool, including our personal favourites and recommendations from locals...
Since then, the city has become known for its salt and pepper offerings, from chips and chicken to burgers and hot dogs. But, which restaurants and takeaways offer best salt and pepper chips in Liverpool?
9. The Lobster Pot, Whitechapel, Liverpool L1
The Lobster Pot has two branches in Liverpool city centre, and is known as a popular place for night out chips. But, did you know they offer salt and pepper items too? According to one of our readers, the chips at the Whitechapel branch are 'full of flavour' and not greasy. 📍 Whitechapel, Liverpool L1 6DZ Photo: The Lobster Pot
10. Big Bowl Noodle Bar, Berry Street, Liverpool L1
Big Bowl is a much-loved noodle bar and takeaway, in the heart of Liverpool city centre. The restaurant has been open for around two decades and continues to be popular - with locals loving the salt and pepper chips. 📍 Berry Street, Liverpool L1 4JF Photo: Google Street View