Phoenix's 3 best spots for affordable fish and chips

Maryln's Fish & Chips. | Photo: Mark R./Yelp

Need more fish and chips in your life?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable fish and chips spots in Phoenix, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best places to venture next time you're on the hunt.

1. Papa Joe's Fish-N-Que

Topping the list is Papa Joe's Fish-N-Que. Located at 2019 W. Bethany Home Road in Alhambra, the fried food and barbecue spot is the highest-rated budget-friendly fish and chips eatery in Phoenix, boasting 4.5 stars out of 289 reviews on Yelp.

Yelper Jason G., who reviewed Papa Joe's Fish-N-Que on Jan. 9, wrote, "This an authentic Southern-style restaurant. ... All food is made to order."

And Paola M. wrote, "So glad to have found this little gem with delicious spicy catfish and shrimp!"

You'll also find burgers, pork or beef ribs and a variety of sandwiches on the menu.

2. Maryln's Fish & Chips

Next up is South Mountain's Maryln's Fish & Chips, situated at 5436 S. Central Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 197 reviews on Yelp, the eatery has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a cheap option.

The family-owned eatery serves fish and chips, burgers, Philly cheesesteak sandwiches and chicken wings, as well as Southern sides such as coleslaw, potato salad, onion rings and hush puppies.

3. WTFEXP

Central City's WTFEXP, located at 1024 E. Buckeye Road, Suite 180, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the cheap spot four stars out of 228 reviews.

As to what the business is known for, "The WTF Experience is a movement, a trend, a promise to change food forever," it states on Yelp in the section about specialties. "With never frozen, angus certified meat, fresh delivered bread baked daily, home made sauces, a fresh salad bar, it's a foodies paradise. You're one stop shop for every craving."

Menu highlights, besides the fish & chips, include Philly cheesesteaks, flavored french fries and burgers.

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