Fish and chips is one of Britain’s great institutions.

Whether eaten with salt and vinegar, open or wrapped, with fingers or fork, the dish is accepted as a compulsory delicacy when visiting seaside towns.

But should the favourite be on the menu at Deal Pier’s new restaurant when the refurbishments are complete?

Telegraph Chippie owner Jasin Kaplin, the new leasee, plans to serve his speciality when he opens the new establishment towards the end of the year.

But a number of you have written to the Mercury saying the restaurant’s menu should be more modern to reflect the new design at the end of the pier.

Now is the time to have your say. Are you in favour of an up market menu, or should the traditional seaside institution be upheld?

Join our Speak Out debate.