Beachside beauties
Relive your childhood memories and add some sand for extra crunchy fish and chips. Seaview Takeaways in Lyall Bay is a seaside dairy established in 1991. The menu includes Indian and Chinese cuisine, complemented by an impressive drinks and ice cream range. The highlights, however, are the crumbed chicken burger and classic fish and chips. Kudos to them; the batter doesn’t overwhelm the generous hunk of fish.
On the nearby Miramar Peninsula, Huckle & Co might win the prize for the biggest fish burger in the country. Fish of the day options could include trevally, moki, snapper, and hāpuku. Take your order down to Seatoun Beach, but watch out for seagulls eyeing up the golden batter. The Chippery in Mount Victoria is a long-time favourite thanks to hand-cut chips and fresh fish that feels a little bit fancy. Choose your fish, fries, and batter from the mix and match menu, then dig in at nearby Oriental Bay.