People Will Drive From All Over Arizona To Pete's Fish & Chips For The Nostalgia Alone
By Katie Lawrence|Published July 01, 2022
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
It’s rare for a restaurant to stand the test of time, which is precisely what makes Pete’s Fish & Chips in Arizona so special. Since 1947, this family-owned, cash-only joint has been dishing out some of the best fried fish in the Valley, with friendly service and unbeatable prices. Whether you’ve frequented Pete’s since childhood or it’s your first time, the experience is always a memorable one.
There's always a line out the door at Pete's Fish & Chips, a local chain with eight locations in the Valley.
Family-owned and operated since 1947, this humble, cash-only joint got its start in Mesa. The restaurant's origin story is inspiring: Peter McLane Grant Jr. became ill while performing his duties as a PT Boat Skipper in WWII, so his doctors advised him to move to a hot and dry climate to recover.
Grant had always dreamed of owning a fish and chips restaurant after seeing them on practically every corner in Europe - and thus, Pete's was born. The drive-thru outpost has remained true to its values of quality and prompt service over the years - although we wish the fish and chips were still 35 cents!
If you prefer your fish between buns, sandwiches are also available. You have several options: plain or with cheese, sauce, and/or slaw. It's love at first bite! Other seafood items include shrimp, crab bites, and scallops.
Pete's has expanded their menu quite a bit since the 1940s. Now, it also features chicken tenders and nuggets, corn dogs, deep-fried burritos, and combo meals.
Almost as famous as the fish and chips are the "Monster Burgers," served with special sauce, onions, and pickles. Make it a double or triple if you're extra hungry!
Have you ever been to Pete’s Fish & Chips in Arizona? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience. Tell us in the comments! Don’t forget to check out our previous article for another nostalgic place in Arizona that has stood the test of time.
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