British Comfort Food Shop Opened in Spokane
Owners Mark Twigg and Maureen Torphy launched Twiggy's Fish and Chips in June 2026 to bring northern English cuisine to the city.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Comfort Food
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Located on the corner of Ash and Maxwell in West Central Spokane, Twiggy's Fish and Chips first opened its doors in June 2026. The restaurant specializes in traditional comfort food, including Pacific cod sourced from Anchorage, Alaska.
Why it matters
The business was created to offer residents of Spokane a taste of the traditional comfort food that owners Mark Twigg and Maureen Torphy enjoyed in their home in northern England.
The shop offers small fish portions weighing 4 to 5 ounces and large portions between 8 to 10 ounces. It operates with a limited seating capacity of 14 people.
The players
Mark Twigg
He is a co-owner of the fish and chip shop who moved to Spokane from northern England.
Maureen Torphy
She co-founded the restaurant in 2026 to bring traditional British comfort food to the local area.
The details
The owners prepare their menu by coating Pacific cod in a light, airy batter and processing fresh potatoes peeled on-site. The shop also serves sausages sourced from Crown Foods alongside sides like curry sauce and mushy peas.
Timeline
The couple settled in West Central Spokane in 2023.
Twiggy's Fish and Chips opened in June 2026.
The business expanded its operating hours in October 2026.
Culture Shift
This opening reflects the broader trend of independent restaurateurs bringing specific, hyper-local international cuisines to the Pacific Northwest. It highlights how immigrant-led small businesses are diversifying the local culinary landscape beyond traditional regional staples.
Residents in West Central Spokane can now access traditional British-style fish and chips including imported cod and specialized sides. The restaurant offers both dine-in and take-out options for those looking to experience this specific style of comfort food.
The takeaway
The shop provides a specific dining alternative for those interested in traditional English-style fried fish and chips. Customers should note the limited seating capacity when planning to dine at the Ash and Maxwell location.
Further reading
Explore the local culinary scene on the Comfort Food page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Spokesman Review.
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