These carryout joints run on bubbling oil, local loyalty, and the unshakable belief that great fish doesn’t need a dining room.

1. Ed’s Fish & Chips

Thick, golden batter meets perfectly flaky fish at this Avondale gem that’s been frying up happiness for years.

Ed’s Fish & Chips at 306 N Central Ave has mastered the balance between crunch and tenderness, wrapping each piece in a coating so satisfying you’ll hear the crackle before you even take a bite.

The fries here deserve their own fan club. Extra-crunchy on the outside and fluffy inside, they complement the fish without stealing the spotlight…

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