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Melbourne’s Best Fish & Chips: 11 Spots Worth Crossing Town For
From bayside icons to cult neighbourhood gems, Melbourne’s best fish and chip shops deliver golden crunch, fresh seafood and nostalgic charm. Here’s where to find the city’s finest catches.
There are few pleasures as simple — or as satisfying — as a paper-wrapped pack of fish and chips. Golden, crunchy and best enjoyed with salt on your fingers, it’s Melbourne comfort at its most reliable. This city does it exceptionally well, balancing old-school charm with modern seafood sensibilities.
From bayside icons to northside cult favourites and hidden suburban gems, these are the fish and chip shops serving the city’s finest catch — hot chips, crisp batter and all.
Northern Soul
Run by a Mancunian duo, Northern Soul has become the unofficial headquarters for British expats seeking “proper” fish and chips. Think tender fillets encased in a golden, glassy batter, proper malt vinegar, real chippy gravy and “tato scallops” that taste like home. A few steps from the foreshore, it’s the perfect grab-and-go for a beachside feast — seagulls permitting.
It’s: UK-style charm, Melbourne beach.
6 Inkerman Street, St Kilda
The Original Greek Fish & Chip Shop
A true Brighton staple, this long-running Greek fish-and-chop shop brings a lighter Mediterranean touch to the classic fry-up. Think delicately seasoned fish, crisp chips with just the right snap, grilled seafood for the non-battered crowd and warm, old-school hospitality.
155A Martin Street, Brighton
Edita’s Fish & Chips
A Tongan–Samoan sibling-run gem bringing serious freshness and flavour. Fish is delivered daily, battered to order and served with triple-cooked Heston-style chips — ultra-crunchy and wildly addictive. Their Filet-O-Fish–coded burger has gone viral, and the menu’s island touches (hello, Samoan chop-suey dim sims) make this spot feel truly special.
It’s: Pacific Island heart meets classic Northside vibes.
382 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North
D’Lish Fish
A longtime bayside favourite serving exactly what you want after a swim or a sunset walk. Light, flaky fish, generously portioned chips and all the old-school extras — plus soft-serve for dessert. Unwrap it across the road at the beach and watch Port Phillip Bay glow.
It’s: Classic, generous, beach-adjacent bliss
3/105 Beach Street, Port Melbourne
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Oakleigh Fish & Chippery
An unpretentious local treasure where the fish is fresh, the batter always golden, and the chips cut daily. Add your pick of four chip seasonings and settle into the kind of nostalgic, no-fuss feed that never goes out of fashion.
It’s: Old-school and absolutely faultless.
45 Chester Street, Oakleigh
Scalable Fish-op
A sustainability-led chippie reinventing the fish-and-chip formula without losing the nostalgia. Expect impossibly crisp batter, beautifully fresh fish and inventive cuts like fried fish wings (trust us, divine). The potato cakes alone are worth the trip — huge, blistered, golden.
It’s: Future-friendly fish and chips with crunchy perfection.
1041 Mt Alexander Road, Essendon
Northcote Fish & Chips
A High Street icon beloved by locals, this spot nails the classics and caters brilliantly to plant-based diners. Their vegan “fish” — golden, flaky and impressively close to the real thing — has earned cult status, alongside vegan calamari, potato cakes and more, all cooked in a dedicated fryer. Add reliably crisp chips and friendly service, and you’ve got one of Melbourne’s most inclusive chippies.
It’s: A standout vegan fish-and-chips experience that doesn’t feel like a compromise.
341 High Street, Northcote
Alex’s Fish & Chips
Family-run since 1982, Alex’s is pure, old-school joy. Fish filleted in-house daily, chips and potato cakes cut fresh, batter light and crisp — exactly how it should be. Locals treat it like a treasure, and after one visit, you will too.
It’s: A westside institution with decades of heart.
11 Ford Road, Altona
Fish by Moonlite
One of Victoria’s most respected chippies, known for elevating the simple with chef-level skill. The fish is perfectly cooked, the batter whisper-thin and crisp, and the legendary potato cakes are sliced, blanched with bay and fried fresh. A coastal pilgrimage for purists.
It’s: A Great Ocean Road icon worth the drive.
Shop 4, Anglesea Shopping Village, 87/89 Great Ocean Road, Anglesea
Carlisle Seafood
A neighbourhood favourite just off bustling Carlisle Street, Carlisle Seafood delivers the kind of no-nonsense fish and chips locals rely on. It’s all about generous portions, fresh fillets grilled or battered to order, and classic chips done right. All in all, the definition of a suburban staple: unfussy, consistent, and ideal for a quick, comforting weeknight fix after a wander through Balaclava’s village-like strip.
It’s: Classic Melbourne fish and chips done simply and well.
286 Carlisle Street, Balaclava
Blu by Australian Seafood Fish & Chippery
Don’t let its warehouse-fringe location fool you — Blu dishes up some of the most satisfying fried seafood in Melbourne. Expect gigantic calamari rings, thick-cut chips and perfectly battered fish. Generous portions and a lively atmosphere keep regulars coming back.
It’s: Industrial-side gem with a cult following.
146 Gaffney Street, Coburg North
In a city spoiled for exceptional seafood, these Melbourne fish and chip shops stand out for their craft, charm and consistency. Consider this your go-to shortlist whenever you’re craving something golden, salty and reliably delicious. For more tasty inspiration, explore our guides to Melbourne’s best pizza and burger spots.
