Indeed, fish and chips are easy to come by in Wellington. Although, it can be hard to pinpoint the best locations that serve top-quality fish and chips portions in Wellington. Here are six of our favourite places to get a delicious batch this summer season.
1. Wellington Trawling
With rave reviews, you can’t miss the fish and chips at this place on Cuba Street. Think heavenly chips, smothered in vinegars and salts, topped with juicy fish. Additionally, they cater a mean breakfast fish n chips dish like the one above.
📍 220 Cuba Street, Te Aro, 6011
2. Thorndon Chippery
A firm favourite of the Wellington fish and chips scene. It’s artistically simple. Some great looking and tasting portions served with beers on taps. What is not to like? From fish burgers to battered cod to fish finger sandwiches to beer-battered oysters. There’s something for all over at the Thorndon Chippery.
📍 10 Murphy Street, Thorndon, 6011
3. Huckle & Co.
Another irresistible choice for some delicious fish and chips in Wellington. Here, you’ll find some generous portions to nuzzle at on a windy day by the beach. Exactly the way the first fish and chips consumers intended!
📍 31A Dundas Street, Seatoun, 6022
4. Plimmerton Fish Supply
Grab the ultimate takeaway combo of fish and chips, and head over the road to tuck into your portion at the beach. Think large fresh portions of fish that appeals to the tastebuds.
📍2 Beach Road, Plimmerton, Porirua 5026, New Zealand
5. Fidel’s Cafe
Best known for the greatest breakfasts and brunches in Wellington, their seafood dishes are well-hidden. With a mean fish and chips, you won’t be disappointed.
📍 234 Cuba Street, Wellington
6. Seaview Takeaway
This lovely number in Lyall Bay is adored by locals. Indeed, fish and chips by the beach is a truly unbeatable activity in life. As suggested by the name, that’s exactly what you’ll get at Seaview Takeaway. Plus, the food is top quality with some very generous portions to go around.
📍 92 Lyall Parade, Lyall Bay, Wellington