Restaurant

Fairway Fish & Chips

84 Somerville Rd, Hampton Park VIC 3976, Australia

Recommended by 68 people

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84 Somerville Rd, Hampton Park VIC 3976, Australia

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HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Fairway Fish & Chips

Fairway Fish & Chips dishes up proper neighborhood takeaway—crunchy battered fish and thick cuts that comfortably feed a hungry crew on pocket change. The draw is the old-school fry profile: crisp, golden batter clinging tight to steaming fish, paired with hand-cut potato cakes shaped in-house rather than pulled from a standard freezer box. Regulars skip fast-food drive-throughs for wrapped paper parcels packed with piping-hot chips and crunchy fried dim sims.

  • In-House Potato Cakes: Irregularly shaped, thick-cut potato slices battered and fried in-house instead of mass-produced frozen patties.
  • Old-School Batter: Golden, crunchy traditional batter recipe reminiscent of classic neighborhood milk bar fish and chips.
  • Pocket-Friendly Feeds: Substantial chip parcels and fried fish bundles that satisfy full families on a tight budget.

What's On at Fairway Fish & Chips

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Why Choose Fairway Fish & Chips

Discover why locals rely on Fairway Fish & Chips for nostalgic flavors, hearty feeds, and great value.

  • Generous Value for Family Feeds

    Generous group portions provide exceptional value, comfortably satisfying entire households for dinner at a fraction of chain takeaway costs.

    satisfied 5 people in under $30

    Joanna Sun
  • House-Cut Fresh Potato Cakes

    Handcrafted potato cakes cut fresh in-house deliver an authentic homemade texture far superior to mass-produced frozen discs.

    the potato cakes are the best thing on the menu

    GoyUM33
  • Traditional Nostalgic Batter

    The signature crispy batter recreates genuine neighborhood chip shop flavors that evoke fond childhood memories.

    They do something with their batter that reminds me of the old school fish n chips I used to get as a child.

    M Canbolat
  • Authentic Old-Fashioned Takeaway

    Time-honored frying techniques ensure golden battered fish and piping hot chips cooked with classic neighborhood quality.

    Genuine old fashioned fish & chips

    Tony Bunce
  • Effortless Weeknight Dinner Solution

    A hassle-free takeaway solution when you need a hearty, budget-friendly meal without having to cook from scratch.

    This is where you go when you don’t know what to cook for dinner and/or budget is too tight for maccas or kfc.

    deisha tuarae
  • Convenient Pick-Up Post Travel

    Front-door parking and swift service make picking up a warm, satisfying feed quick and convenient after hours on the road.

    we all very satisfied after a long trip

    X Y

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the menu standouts to order?

Patrons highlight the shop's traditional, old-school batter on fried fish and recommend trying the freshly made in-house potato cakes. Beyond classic fish and chips, hamburgers, fried chicken wings, and snack packs are also popular orders. Note that some reviewers have experienced dry or tough fish and mixed results with grilled options or lamb HSPs.

How are the portion sizes and value for money?

Customers frequently note that the shop offers generous portions at reasonable prices, making it a reliable option for feeding multiple people on a modest budget (with groups reporting feeding five people for under $30).

Can you dine in, or is it takeout only?

Fairway Fish & Chips operates strictly for takeout and delivery, with no dine-in seating available.

Is parking easily available out front?

Yes, there is convenient free parking available directly in front of the shop.

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