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Best fish and chips in Newcastle: 8 local favourites

Sit down by the harbour, take it to the sand at Bar Beach, or buy it straight from the fishermen's co-op. What to order and when each one opens, built from what locals say in their reviews.

By the Made in Newy deskChecked 13 October 20268 places, sit down or takeaway

Each tip comes from what reviewers mention most, read in October 2026. Within each group, places run from the most Google reviews down.

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Sit down by the water

Proper plates and a table, two of them looking at the harbour.

1Scratchleys

4.0(2,011)Newcastle

65 of the latest 300 Google reviews mention the fish and chips

A seafood restaurant on the Wharf Road waterfront, with floor-to-ceiling windows over the harbour.

What locals say

"Great spot on the water, food was exceptional and staff were super friendly.Oysters were very fresh.. thanks"

Five-star Google review

"Great location on the water and an interesting menu. Yellow fish curry a standout."

Five-star Google review

What locals order most

  • Fish and chips65 reviews
  • Oysters29 reviews
  • Calamari27 reviews
Address
200 Wharf Rd, Newcastle
Hours
Mon and Tue 11.30am to 2pm5.30pm to 7.30pmWed 11.30am to 2pm5.30pm to midnightThu 11.30am to 1.30pm5.30pm to 7.30pmFri 11.30am to 2pm5.30pm to 7.30pmSat 11.30am to 2pm5pm to 8pmSun 11.30am to 2.30pm
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2The Kingfish

4.2(1,506)Newcastle

64 of the latest 300 Google reviews mention the seafood platter

A family-owned casual seafood spot on the Honeysuckle waterfront, best known for its seafood platters.

What locals say

"This place is amazing!!! Highly recommend the seafood basket and the lobster mornay. Both come with hand cut golden chips, which makes the meal extra special."

Five-star Google review

"Great seafood selection! Staff were friendly and accommodating! Irish served us well during our lunch"

Five-star Google review

What locals order most

  • Seafood platter64 reviews
  • Gelato43 reviews
  • Scallops26 reviews
Address
Unit 19/15/17 Honeysuckle Dr, Newcastle
Hours
Mon and Tue closedWed to Fri 11.30am to 10pmSat and Sun 11am to 10pm
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3Scottie's

4.3(834)Newcastle East

123 of the latest 300 Google reviews mention the fish and chips

A seafood eatery on Scott Street in the East End, with tables under palm trees and fish and chips the most-mentioned order by far.

What locals say

"Simply put: One of the best fish restaurants in the country. The food, the service, the location. I take friends from out of town here to show off"

Five-star Google review

"Great atmosphere, picnic blankets, kids, dogs, good music. Excellent fish and chips and friendly staff. Thanks Scotties."

Five-star Google review

What locals order most

  • Fish and chips123 reviews
  • Calamari53 reviews
  • Seafood43 reviews
Address
36 Scott St, Newcastle East
Hours
Mon and Tue closedWed and Thu 5pm to 8.30pmFri and Sat noon to 8.30pmSun noon to 7.30pm
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Takeaway to eat by the water

Grab it and find a spot on the sand or the wharf.

4Swell Kiosk

4.0(1,256)Bar Beach

58 of the latest 300 Google reviews mention the fish and chips

A beach kiosk at Bar Beach doing burgers, fish and chips and tacos, with the ocean in front of you.

What locals say

"Amazing service beautiful coffee and food and prime spot perfection......."

Five-star Google review

"Nice place to sit at the beach & enjoy a great coffee."

Five-star Google review

What locals order most

  • Coffee257 reviews
  • Burgers67 reviews
  • Fish and chips58 reviews
Address
1 Memorial Dr, Bar Beach
Hours
Every day 6.30am to 4pm
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5Fishermen's Co-op

4.4(970)Wickham

60 of the latest 300 Google reviews mention the prawns

The fishermen's co-op on Hannell Street in Wickham, for fresh local seafood and cooked prawns to take home.

What locals say

"Best seafood in Newcastle. Travel from the central coast for it. Scallops kilpatrick are sensational."

Five-star Google review

"I have no idea about fish and ol' mate was super helpful. Will be going back again"

Five-star Google review

What locals order most

  • Prawns60 reviews
  • Seafood variety27 reviews
  • Scallops in the shell10 reviews
Address
97 Hannell St, Wickham
Hours
Mon to Fri 9am to 5pmSat 9am to 3pmSun 10am to 2pm
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6Flatfish Cafe

4.2(113)Wickham

The cafe at the fishermen's co-op in Wickham, frying hand-battered and crumbed fish, calamari and prawns.

What locals say

"The service was great, the ladies were super friendly Bacon egg roll and coffee was great overlooking the water"

Five-star Google review

"Best fish and chips. Fresh and delicious. Outdoor table set up overlooking fishing trawlers."

Five-star Google review

What locals order most

  • Salt and pepper squid8 reviews
  • Beer batter fish4 reviews
  • Bacon egg roll4 reviews
Address
97 Hannell St, Wickham
Hours
Mon and Tue 7am to 2pmWed to Fri 7am to 2.30pmSat and Sun 8am to 2.30pm
WebsiteDirections

The local fish and chip shop

Old-school suburban takeaways.

7Harbourside Takeaway

4.6(297)Wickham

10 of its 297 Google reviews mention the cocktail fish

An old-style, family-run Wickham fish and chip shop, where the cocktail fish and potato scallops get the most mentions.

What locals say

"Great fish and chips. Delicious potato scallops. Great service."

Five-star Google review

"Best potato scallops I've ever had. Fresh and crispy- perfect. Thank you, I'll be back."

Five-star Google review

What locals order most

  • Cocktail fish10 reviews
  • Potato scallops9 reviews
  • Calamari7 reviews
Address
76 Hannell St, Wickham
Hours
Mon to Fri 8.30am to 7pmSat 8.30am to 3pmSun closed
Directions

8The Avenue Takeaway

4.0(267)Hamilton South

42 of its 267 Google reviews mention the fish and chips

A Hamilton South fish and chip shop where the burgers are as popular as the fish.

What locals say

"Great effient service reminds me of old days they cook fish themselves"

Five-star Google review

"What a gem, hand cut chips, house battered scallops, refreshing find in the heart of the city"

Five-star Google review

What locals order most

  • Burgers54 reviews
  • Fish and chips42 reviews
  • Scallops14 reviews
Address
59B Stewart Ave, Hamilton South
Hours
Mon to Thu 8.30am to 7.30pmFri 8am to 7.30pmSat and Sun 8.30am to 7.30pm
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Every pick on one map

Street map of Best fish and chips in Newcastle: 8 local favourites, with each numbered pick marked

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Questions people ask

Where are the best fish and chips in Newcastle?

Scottie's in the East End is the most-reviewed for fish and chips. For takeaway by the water, Swell Kiosk at Bar Beach or the Flatfish Cafe at the fishermen's co-op in Wickham.

Where can I eat fish and chips by the water in Newcastle?

Scratchleys and The Kingfish sit on the harbour, and Swell Kiosk is right on Bar Beach.

Where can I buy fresh seafood in Newcastle?

The Commercial Fishermen's Co-operative at 97 Hannell Street, Wickham. Prawns come up in more of its Google reviews than anything else.

How we made this guide

We started from the places that come up in Google Maps searches for fish and chips in Newcastle, chose 8, and read each one's Google listing and its latest 300 Google reviews on 13 October 2026: what reviewers mention most and opening hours. Ratings and hours change, so check before you go. We have not been paid by anyone in this guide. If something has changed, tell us.

Sources (8)
  1. Google Maps listings and reviews for each place (read 13 October 2026)
  2. Commercial Fishermen's Co-operative Newcastle
  3. Flatfish Café
  4. The Kingfish
  5. Scottie's
  6. Scratchleys on the Wharf
  7. Swell Kiosk Bar Beach
  8. The Avenue Takeaway

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