UK Takeaway Awards 2026 Shortlist Revealed

5 sourcesUpdated Aug 11, 2026

The Upper Coast People’s Choice Awards on the northern Sunshine Coast invite locals to vote for their favorite local businesses, with winners announced this fall and prizes for voters. In the UK, The Independent highlighted 25 top fish and chip shops, giving a nod to Ship Deck in Trethomas, Caerphilly, and detailing the Hughes family’s long-running dedication and multiple national awards. Deptford’s Cantina Boccone is spotlighted as a chic spot blending Italian and Portuguese heritage, praised for its gordal olives, wine recommendations, and buzzy atmosphere under founder Shuli. The Nations Takeaway Awards 2026 shortlist has been unveiled, with a ceremony on August 24 in Wolverhampton, and Oceanic Awards praising the finalists for quality and service. CharlotteFive readers contributed to a list of the best sandwiches in Charlotte, underscoring a thriving local sandwich scene. Together, the stories illustrate how communities celebrate local food and small businesses across the UK and North America through awards, recommendations, and tastings.

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