[[Image:fishchip.jpg|right|250px|thumb|A portion of fish and chips]]
[[Image:fishchip.jpg|right|250px|thumb|A portion of fish and chips]]
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A '''chip shop''', or '''chipper''' (British slang, shortened from '''fish’n’chip shop'''), is a traditional fast food establishment in the [[United Kingdom]], [[Ireland]], [[Australia]] and [[North America]]. The main speciality is deep fried battered [[fish]] such as [[cod]], haddock and plaice served with chipped potatoes. Other items such as [[pie]]s and [[sausage]]s (also usually battered and deep fried) are usually sold.
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A '''chip shop''', also known as a '''chippy''' (UK-wide slang) or '''chipper''' (mainly Scottish and Irish slang), is a traditional fast food establishment in the [[United Kingdom]], [[Ireland]], [[Australia]] and [[North America]]. The main speciality is deep fried battered [[fish]] such as [[cod]], haddock and plaice served with chipped potatoes. Other items such as [[pie]]s and [[sausage]]s (also usually battered and deep fried) are usually sold.
The most popular accompaniment are mushy [[pea]]s, a mild and sweet curry sauce and baked beans.
The most popular accompaniment are mushy [[pea]]s, a mild and sweet curry sauce and baked beans.