Melbourne is known for its thriving food scene, in which fish and chips play a big part.
Whether you’re a local or a tourist, there’s nothing quite like the experience of enjoying a delicious serving of hot, fresh and crispy fish and chips on a sunny day, particularly if you are down by the beach.
But with so many options to choose from, it can be not only difficult to know, but also overwhelming to decide, where to go.
To help you make a choice, in this article, we’ll explore the best fish and chip shops in Melbourne. Covering everything from classic takeaway spots to trendy seafood restaurants that put a modern twist on this beloved dish, we’ll look at markedly different venues throughout The Settlement.
So, whether you prefer your fish battered, crumbed, or grilled, there’s a fish and chip shop in Melbourne, on this list, that’s sure to satisfy your cravings.
1. Captain Gummy’s Fish and Chips
Situated on Beach Street in Frankston, Captain Gummy’s Fish and Chips is something of an institution.
For over 25 years this family-run business has been serving up some of the best of these types of meals in Melbourne.
Much loved for its lovely service and delicious food, they are renowned in particular for the freshness of their fish. Which are always based on top-quality cuts.
Not to be overshadowed though, their chips have the kind of crispiness and crunchiness that will make your taste buds sing.
Address: 145 Beach Street, Frankston VIC 3199
Phone: +61 3 9770 1414
Hours: Tue – Sun 10 am – 9 pm
2. Archie’s Fish and Chips
Over in Mount Waverley, Archie’s Fish and Chips is known for its generous portion size and excellent affordability.
They are especially lauded for their fish menu which incorporates King George whiting and Tasmanian salmon to flake and blue grenadier. All of them are so fresh, you’ll think they have just plucked them out from the sea.
However, should you fancy something a bit different, their Beef Souvlaki and Chicken Schnitzel Roll
will not disappoint.
Address: 7 Barlyn Road, Mount Waverley VIC 3149
Phone: +61 3 9808 4003
Hours: Mon – Thu & Sat 11 am – 8 pm, Fri 11 am – 8:30 pm
3. Harry’s Fish & Chips – The Chip Professionals
Any business that brands itself as ‘the chip professionals’ needs to be taken very seriously.
Thankfully, Harry’s Fish & Chips delivers some of the best takeaway food in Melbourne.
Backed by over 40 years of industry experience, the team here are highly accomplished when it comes to serving up a delightful piece of battered, crumbed or grilled fish. Furthermore, their chips have the kind of feel-good factor that will have you repeatedly coming back from more.
Equally appealing are their burgers, which have the perfect amount of juiciness, as well as some of the most mouthwatering souvlaki you could ever wish to try.
Throw in a fabulous location in Blackburn South and very friendly service and it’s fair to say that Harry’s offers a total package.
Address: 104 Middleborough Road, Blackburn South VIC 3130
Phone: +61 3 9808 8055
Hours: Tue – Thu & Sat – Sun 11 am – 8:30 pm, Fri 11 am – 9 pm
4. Tommy Ruff Fish Bar
Over at Tommy Ruff Fish Bar in Windsor, they do things a bit differently when it comes to fish and chips. They actually allow customers to choose which fish they would like prepared for them!
This concept has been a masterstroke if the hordes of people who order from the venue every day are anything to go by.
However, allowing patrons to choose their fish and actually cooking it perfectly are two different things entirely. Thankfully the guys at Tommy have this skill down pat. So you can be sure you’ll be served something of very good quality.
Address: 121 Chapel Street, Windsor VIC 3181
Phone: 03 9521 7195
Hours: Sun – Wed 11:30 am – 9:30 pm, Thu – Sat 11:30 am – 10 pm
5. Fish on High
Fancy something a little different from the usual fish & chip classics? Then why not head on over to Fish on High in Thornbury?
While they do offer the usual suspects and present them exceptionally well. What sets this place apart from its competitors is its more innovative offerings of fresh grain or Greek salads and grilled salmon.
Therefore whether you fancy a real pig out on comfort food or you want to stick to your healthy eating principles, these guys have you covered.
Address: 844 High Street, Thornbury VIC 3071
Phone: +61 3 9480 4846
Hours: Sat – Thu 11 am – 8:30 pm, Fri 11 am – 9 pm
6. The Fish Market
With the likes of Flathead Tails, Tuna and Barramundi on the menu, The Fish Market delivers some of the freshest and best cuts of fish in Melbourne.
Available to eat at its pleasant restaurant, as well as via a takeaway, this venue is also popular for its fantastic potato cakes.
Situated in the heart of Richmond, this place is always busy. So you should be prepared for a wait if you do go there.
Address: 272 Bridge Road, Richmond VIC 3121
Phone: +61 3 9428 8574
Hours: Sun – Wed 11 am – 9 pm, Thu – Sat 11 am – 10 pm
7. Hooked Fish and Chipper
Many people think the British make the best fish and chips in the world and at Hooked Fish and Chipper, they strive to prove this correct.
Based across three locations in Melbourne – Fitzroy, Hawthorn and Windsor – this establishment is all about choice.
Overall, they offer a big range of menu options to cater for everyone. This includes those who have gluten-free dietary requirements, who in particular are well looked after when it comes to choice.
Best of all, if you are hungry and want to skip the queue, they even provide an online pickup option for those who want to order ahead.
Address: 384 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy VIC 3065
Phone: +61 3 9417 7740
Hours: Sun – Wed 11:30 am – 9 pm, Thu – Sat 11:30 am – 9:30 pm
Address: 669 Glenferrie Road Hawthorn VIC 3122
Phone: +61 3 9939 4412
Hours: Sun – Wed 11:30 am – 9 pm, Thu – Sat 11:30 am – 9:30 pm
Address: 172 Chapel St, Windsor VIC 3181
Phone: +61 3 9529 1075
Hours: Sun – Wed 11:30 am – 9 pm, Thu – Sat 11:30 am – 9:30 pm
8. Tank Fish and Chippery
It says much about the high regard in which Tank Fish and Chippery are held, that hungry people all over Melbourne specifically go there for a top-quality meal.
A stalwart on Lygon Street in Carlton, Tank Fish and Chippery are known for dishing up outstanding sustainably sourced seafood meals.
While the quality of their offerings is not in doubt, for those who want to cook a meal themselves they also allow customers to take home some fresh uncooked options as well.
If you are not in a fish mood, their burgers come highly recommended also.
Address: 149-151 Lygon Street, Carlton VIC 3053
Phone: +61 3 9020 4342
Hours: Sat – Wed 11 am – 6:30 pm, Thu – Fri 11 am – 8:30 pm
9. Oakleigh Fish & Chippery
For more than 30 years the Oakleigh Fish & Chippery has been the go-to place for many residents of Oakleigh and the surrounding suburbs.
Providing an authentic fish and chip experience, this traditional Greek, family-owned restaurant is the perfect place to go when you are craving a good meal.
The food is served quickly and piping hot, and the portion size is generous. The fish is also super fresh, while the hot chips are golden and crispy.
Best of all the food is cooked with so much love, it feels just like a warm hug.
Address: 45 Chester Street, Oakleigh VIC 3166
Phone: +61 3 9568 3868
Hours: Tue – Sat 11 am – 8 pm, Sun 4 pm – 8 pm
10. Blu Australian Seafood Group Fish & Chippery
Given that the suburb of Coburg is a bit on the industrial side and frankly, a little out of a way from the sea, you could easily miss the Blu Australian Seafood Group Fish & Chippery.
But that would be a real shame as it is undoubtedly one of the best venues in Melbourne to treat yourself to fish and chips.
There are several different types of fish on the menu, each of which is always cooked to perfection, while their chips are renowned for being crispy.
However, if you really want to treat your taste buds, look no further than their incredible calamari rings. Trust us when we say, once you try one, you won’t be able to stop.
Address:146 Gaffney Street, Coburg North VIC 3058
Phone: +61 3 9350 3200
Hours: Mon – Thu 9 am – 9 pm, Fri – Sun 9 am – 9:30 pm
11. Theo’s Fish Bar
If you are looking for an old-school type of no-frills place that lets the quality of the food do the talking, then Theo’s Fish Bar in Ivanhoe is a good place to go.
They don’t have gimmicks or too many flashing lights here, instead what they offer is takeaway fish and chips that showcase the best quality of ingredients they can source.
Focusing on technique, all the batter they use to cook the fish is gluten-free. The meals are also wrapped expertly at the very last minute to ensure they do not become soggy when you take them home. Which any regular consumer of fish and chips will tell you is very important!
Address: 165 Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe VIC 3079
Phone: +61 3 9497 3541
Hours: Tue – Thu 11:30 am – 8 pm, Fri – Sat 12 pm – 8:30 pm, Sun 12 pm – 8 pm
12. Richmond Oysters
You’ll probably get a fair indication from the name about what these guys are all about.
However, as well as delicious oysters that are live-shucked, they also offer a terrific range of other foods. This includes mouthwatering fish, delicious chips, as well as dim sum and potato cakes that stand up in quality to any other venue in Melbourne.
Offering both a takeaway option and seating this venue, the speed of service at this venue is very impressive too.
Address: 437 Church Street, Richmond VIC 3121
Phone: +61 3 9428 5121
Hours: Sun – Thu 7 am – 9:30 pm, Fri – Sat 7 am – 10 pm