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Effies Takeaway

38A Mayfair Dr, West Wodonga VIC 3690, Australia

Recommended by 59 people

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38A Mayfair Dr, West Wodonga VIC 3690, Australia

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+61 2 6059 7223
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Effies Takeaway

Effies Takeaway nails the classic Aussie milk bar with hot-from-the-fryer crumbed fish, stacked burgers, and generous potato chips. Everything drops fresh to order behind the counter—no heat lamps or soggy shortcuts. Highway drivers detour here for fish souvlaki rolled tight for long drives, while regulars load up on nostalgic counter staples like battered savs and fried dim sims. Big portions anchor dinner with oversized chicken schnitzels and rich gravy ladled over clean, salted chips.

  • Cooked Fresh to Order: Orders fry fresh on demand rather than sitting under holding lamps, keeping fried fish, dim sims, and chips crisp.
  • Generous Feeds: Portions run big, from oversized chicken schnitzels and stacked burgers to abundant parcels of chips and gravy.
  • Milk-Bar Classics: The counter delivers nostalgic Australian milk-bar staples alongside fish and chips, including crunchy battered savs and souvlakis.
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Why Choose Effies Takeaway

Why locals and travelers rely on Effies Takeaway for hearty, fresh meals.

  • Freshly Cooked to Order

    Hot meals like burgers, souvlakis, and schnitzels are freshly prepared on demand rather than held under heat lamps.

    Food always cooked to order and made to absolute perfection.

    Don Griffin

  • Generous, Substantial Portions

    Plentiful chip servings, oversized chicken schnitzels, and substantial burgers deliver filling takeaway feeds for hungry diners.

    What really stood out to me was the sheer quantity of food you get for the price

    Naga Upadhyayula

  • Warm Community Presence

    Effie and the team foster a welcoming neighbourhood atmosphere, making customers feel genuinely appreciated and supported.

    So amazing I really appreciate having your store in the neighbourhood!

    Jonathan Crowe

  • Dedicated Family Ownership

    The dedicated family operators build loyal connections and show authentic care that encourages diners to rally behind them.

    Hard working family owned business with a huge menu with plenty of variety to choose from.

    Steve

  • Nostalgic Milk-Bar Classics

    The expansive menu features classic takeaway favorites like battered savs and fried dim sims reminiscent of traditional milk bars.

    chips are amazing same with the battered savs the savs remind me of the school canteen ones I used to love.

    DjMustardBoi

  • Traditional Fish & Chip Variety

    A broad selection of crumbed fish, souvlakis, burgers, and classic snacks ensures satisfying choices from decades-old takeaway traditions.

    The range available is fantastic. Just like good fish and chips from decades ago when I was a child.

    Kitty G

Hearty, freshly prepared takeaway classics that satisfy big appetites

  • Hamburgers

    Their burgers are some of the best I've ever had

    Naga Upadhyayula

  • Crumbed fish

    Highly recommended their crumbed fish also, idk what is in that crumb but i’ve been eating it for years and its got to be one of my faves!

    Taylah Jayne

  • Fish souvlaki

    I got a fish souvlaki here to give me the energy to drive back to Melbourne. I asked the guy to cut it in half as I wasn't so hungry. He did so and even put it into two separate bags for me. Well, once I started eating could I stop at half? Uh Uh, I had to eat the whole thing because it was so delicious and fresh.

    Phillipa Baulch

  • Chicken schnitys

    the chicken schnitys were huge!

    Reece

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful personal hospitality and attentive customer care that exceed expectations.

  • Roadside Assistance and Refreshments

    When a stranded customer's vehicle failed on Boxing Day, the owners actively attempted to jump-start the car and provided cold drinks while awaiting roadside assistance.

  • Individual Split Packaging for Travel

    Accommodates travelers by halving hot souvlakis and packaging them into separate individual bags for effortless portioning during highway trips.

  • Proactive Order Follow-Up Call

    Staff proactively phone customers shortly after departure if an item is missed, offering an immediate refund and make-good rather than waiting for customer complaints.

  • Custom-Fried Nostalgic Counter Classics

    Prepares classic takeaway snacks like battered savs and dim sims freshly fried to order to match nostalgic childhood milk-bar crunch.

Before you head over

Practical advice for ordering fresh takeaway and planning your visit

  • Expect Meals Cooked Fresh to Order

    Every order is made fresh from scratch rather than held under lamps, so allow a few extra minutes while your meal is prepared.

  • Plan for Substantial Portion Sizes

    Portions for items like schnitzels, burgers, and chips are notably large and filling, so consider ordering moderately if you have a lighter appetite.

  • Convenient Stop for Long-Distance Travellers

    If you are travelling between Melbourne and regional hubs or Canberra, this makes a hearty, easy pit stop with travel-friendly split packaging upon request.

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