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Barra Fish & Chips

2 South Ave, Altona Meadows VIC 3028, Australia

Recommended by 9 people

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2 South Ave, Altona Meadows VIC 3028, Australia

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+61 3 9360 8368
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Barra Fish & Chips

Barra Fish & Chips delivers classic Aussie takeaway done right—clean frying oil, crackling golden batter, and generous scoops of chips that stay crunchy right to the beach. Tucked away on South Avenue, this neighborhood counter covers all the coastal fish-and-chip essentials alongside milk-bar staples. Regulars pair grilled or fried flake and tender flathead with thick-cut potato cakes and juicy steak sandwiches. For the hungry, the grill stacks hefty burgers with the lot, complete with bacon, cheese, and grilled onion.

  • Crisp Coastal Fryer Classics: Crispy-battered flake, flathead, and crunchy chips fried clean, served in generous takeaway portions.
  • Burgers With The Lot: Stacks juicy beef patties, bacon, and melted cheese alongside grilled steak sandwiches.
  • Advance Holiday Ordering: Takes pre-orders in advance to handle the massive Good Friday and holiday seafood rushes smoothly.
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Why Customers Choose Barra Fish & Chips

Freshly fried seafood, classic griddle burgers, and reliable service make this Altona Meadows shop a trusted local staple.

  • Crispy, Clean-Fried Seafood

    Fried to order in clean oil, the flake and flathead feature crisp, golden batter and fluffy, crunchy chips.

    The fish is super fresh, the batter is crispy not greasy and the chips are perfect crunchy outside, fluffy inside.

    abu

  • Generous Portions and Reliable Quality

    Locals rely on consistent portions, fair prices, and reliable cooking that makes regular takeaway dependable week after week.

    I've been coming here every week for the last year and their fish & chips are always fresh and delicious.

    Vincent T.

  • Warm, Welcoming Neighborhood Hospitality

    A family-owned counter creates an inviting neighborhood atmosphere where welcoming staff build genuine community ties.

    they are a loving family owned business and they always make you feel very welcome.

    Talia Bakri

  • Dependable Satisfaction That Justifies the Trip

    Patrons feel total confidence driving out of their way, assured that their fish and chips will never disappoint.

    Generous in all the food no stuff ups and amazing taste and service

    Carly G

  • Smooth Pre-Ordering on Busy Holidays

    A dedicated advance pre-ordering workflow smoothly navigates intense holiday volumes like Good Friday without compromise.

    We were able to pre order, which was great. The store was so busy, the staff managed it all so well.

    Menique S

  • Hot-Plate Griddle Classics for Mixed Cravings

    Beyond seafood, the kitchen satisfies diverse cravings with milk-bar style loaded burgers and juicy steak sandwiches.

    Oh, and let’s talk about the steak sandwiches — hands down, the best in Altona. Juicy, flavorful, and stacked just right.

    Michael

Local takeaway favorites from traditional battered flake to loaded hot-plate burgers

  • Fish and chips

    some of the BEST fish and chips I’ve had. Fish is always fresh, great tasting batter.

    Anthony Randello

  • Burgers with the lot

    Juicy beef patties grilled to perfection, topped with crispy bacon, melted cheese, fresh lettuce, ripe tomatoes, onions, and a dollop of tomato sauce , all sandwiched between a soft, toasted bun.

    Ivy Williamson

  • Grilled flake

    Grilled flake was perfect too.

    Steven Van Dorpe

  • Steak sandwiches

    hands down, the best in Altona. Juicy, flavorful, and stacked just right.

    Michael

Before you head over

Practical tips for ordering, busy holiday periods, and menu variety

  • Pre-order for holiday rush periods

    Place your order ahead of time during peak holiday periods like Good Friday to skip long wait times when the shop is at its busiest.

  • Explore the grill menu for non-seafood cravings

    If someone in your group prefers something other than seafood, take advantage of the full grill selection featuring steak sandwiches and burgers with the lot.

  • Keep takeaway chips wrapped until ready

    Keep hot chip orders wrapped tight in their paper takeaway bag until ready to eat so they stay hot, crisp, and fresh.

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