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Alex's Fish and Chips and Take Away Food

11 Ford Rd, Altona VIC 3018, Australia

Recommended by 24 people

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Find Alex's Fish and Chips and Take Away Food

11 Ford Rd, Altona VIC 3018, Australia

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+61 3 9398 4267
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Alex's Fish and Chips and Take Away Food

Skip the freezer-bag shortcuts—this Altona fixture still slices whole spuds by hand and wraps hot flake in butchers paper. Operates strictly cash-only, straight out of the 1980s. Alex and Lia work the fryers side-by-side, frequently sliding a crisp potato cake across the counter while your batch bubbles. It is unpretentious beachside parcel food, fried to order and eaten straight from the steaming paper wrapping.

  • Hand-Cut Chips: Potatoes are cut in-house daily rather than poured from frozen bags, delivering classic thick-cut chips.
  • Counter Hospitality: The longtime husband-and-wife owners frequently slide hot, complimentary potato cakes across the counter while orders cook.
  • Cash-Only Takeaway: The venue operates strictly on cash payments without card facilities.
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Reasons to Visit Alex's Fish and Chips

Why Altona locals and nostalgic food lovers choose Alex's Fish and Chips

  • In-House Hand-Cut Chips

    Potatoes are sliced in-house rather than poured from commercial frozen bags, creating crispy, golden chips cooked in clean oil.

    None of that frozen crap, this guy cuts his own

    George Savile

  • Crispy Battered Seafood Parcels

    Battered flake, crisp whiting, and potato cakes are cooked fresh and wrapped in classic paper parcels with generous portions.

    The fish was crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside, and the chips were spot on. Generous portions too

    Bianca Cassano

  • Complimentary Treats While You Wait

    Patrons are welcomed like family by Alex and Lia, frequently being offered warm potato cakes and snacks straight across the counter while their food cooks.

    The owner even gave us free potato cakes while we were waiting and even gave us extras packed in our order.

    Brenda Seow

  • Heartwarming Community Care

    Unchanged decades of neighborhood care leave diners with a deep sense of personal comfort and genuine community connection.

    Walked away with a very happy tummy and a heart that's filled with warmth.

    A L

  • Time-Machine Retro Atmosphere

    Stepping inside feels like entering an authentic vintage neighborhood takeaway from the 1970s and 1980s, preserving traditional layouts and classic methods.

    it's like a time machine when you walk in

    Lexgreen

  • Authentic Cash-Only Tradition

    Bypassing modern POS systems and commercial shortcuts, the shop's cash-only policy reinforces its preserved vintage character.

    Just a heads up, this place is cash only, which makes it 100% authentic.

    The Old Fossicker

Time-honored fish and chips shop favorites fried fresh to order

  • Hand-Cut Chips

    The chips were absolutely amazing—the best I've had since the 1980s. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and full of flavour.

    Sharon

  • Flake

    The batter on the flake to crispy golden

    J. V.

  • Potato Cakes

    Alex and Lia were incredibly welcoming, chatting with the kids and even throwing in a few extra potato cakes, which instantly brought back memories of classic family fish & chip nights.

    Tanya Husnu

  • Hamburgers

    The burgers have seasoning in them and have plenty of flavour.

    Daniel Cromer

Other favorites

Classic takeaway sides, battered treats, and hot grill sandwiches

  • Dim Sims

    I loved that they had dim sims from South Melbourne Market

    J. V.

  • Hot Dogs in Batter

    Love the hotdogs potatoes cakes and Alex and his wife are the nicest people.

    Marie Te Whare

  • Battered Prawns

    Proper old school fish and chip! And battered prawns 🤤 So tasty, definitely new favourite!!

    Liga Sinica

  • Steak Sandwiches

    This place has amazing g hamburgers and steak sandwiches on top of all your seafood needs- all fresh and made in store.

    The Old Fossicker

Beyond the menu

Unsolicited hospitality and personal gestures that make waiting feel like family

  • Complimentary Counter Snacks While Waiting

    Alex and Lia routinely place freshly fried potato cakes, scallops, or roasted potatoes on the counter for guests to eat while their food cooks.

  • Surprise Extras Tucked into Parcels

    Orders are frequently packed with unbilled bonus pieces of flake or additional potato cakes tucked into the paper parcel.

  • Bertie Beetle Treats for Visiting Kids

    Children visiting the counter are looked after with nostalgic chocolate treats stored beneath the counter.

  • Personal Counterside Chats and Off-Menu Tastings

    Alex takes time to converse with waiting patrons, share jokes, and even fire up the grill to offer fresh fish tastings on the house.

Before you head over

Practical tips on ordering, payment, and timing for your takeaway order

  • Bring Cash for Payment

    Bring physical bills and coins before arriving, as the counter operates strictly without electronic payment or card facilities.

  • Call Ahead During Peak Times

    Call ahead to place your order if visiting around peak periods or beach runs, as made-to-order cooking on limited fryers can take up to 20–50 minutes.

  • Eat Fresh or Head Straight to the Beach

    Traditional paper-wrapped parcels are best unwrapped and enjoyed immediately while steaming hot, whether right in your car or on a short drive down to Altona Beach.

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