The story
Two Steps Fish and Chips, located on Sharrow Vale Road in Sheffield, is reputed to be the oldest fish and chip shop in the UK, and local food creator Only Scrans calls it a “legendary spot.” The owner, Laggy, is described as a true character, and the shop’s no-frills, traditional vibe has earned it a 4.5-star rating. “Sheffield's food scene is absolutely UNBELIEVABLE,” Scrans notes, and this takeaway is a key part of that scene, offering what he considers wholesome and fulfilling fare.
What sets Two Steps apart are its unique Yorkshire snacks, particularly the fishcake in a breadcake and the mushy pea fritter. These distinctive items, highlighted by Scrans as local specialties, embody the shop’s historic, neighborhood‑favorite status. It’s a place where comfort meets character, drawing both regulars and curious visitors.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2025.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 2 dish mentions say about the food
The mushy pea fritter is the standout star, earning singular praise for its crisp, savory charm. Overall, the vibe is one of simple, satisfying comfort, with humble ingredients elevated to delicious heights.
“If you love mushy peas, this is brilliant. It's like someone took Shrek's jizz, froze it, made it into a square, and deep fried it. It's really good. The texture is crispy on the outside, soft on the inside.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Two Steps Fish and Chips. Most active: Only Scrans
The oldest fish and chip shop in the UK, Two Steps in Sheffield is a legendary spot with unique Yorkshire snacks like the fishcake in a breadcake and mushy pea fritter. The owner Laggy is a true character, and the food is wholesome and fulfilling.
Dishes mentioned
Fishcake in a Breadcake
This is a potato cake, fish, potato cake inside a bread cake, with curry sauce. What an incredible feat of culinary engineering. The curry sauce is fantastic, really nice and fruity. It's just about as wholesome and fulfilling as any meal you could think of. I don't want to overdo it at the first place, but it's really really nice.
Mushy Pea Fritter
If you love mushy peas, this is brilliant. It's like someone took Shrek's jizz, froze it, made it into a square, and deep fried it. It's really good. The texture is crispy on the outside, soft on the inside.
