Feast on Australia's finest with these award-winning seafood spots you need to try!

Australia is a nation surrounded by pristine waters, offering a bounty of seafood that's both fresh and delicious.

It's no wonder that fish and chips have become a quintessential Aussie dish enjoyed by the seaside, in the comfort of one's home, or as a quick meal.

With so many options to choose from, where can one find the best fish and chips in The Land Down Under?


Look no further than the picturesque shores of Albany, Western Australia, where this restaurant has been crowned as the nation's top spot for this classic dish.

Hooked on Middleton Beach isn't just another shop; it's a family-owned gem that reeled in the title of Australia's best takeaway fish and chips twice.

Recently lauded at the 2024 National Seafood Industry Awards, they also won the 2018 National Fish and Chips Awards.


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Hooked on Middleton Beach also serves feast meals perfect for large groups and families. Image Credit: Instagram/Hooked on Middleton Beach


These accolades are a testament to their commitment to excellence as they consistently serve quality seafood.

Since opening its doors in 2016, Hooked on Middleton Beach has become more than a place to grab a bite.

The humble restaurant eventually became an institution that prides itself on offering an experience that goes beyond the ordinary.


Owners Hayley and Jeremy Lutley, alongside Hayley's parents, Shane and Janine Vale, poured their hearts into the business.

'We are so honoured to receive this award and are proud to be able to showcase the quality WA seafood we have access to on the amazing south coast of Albany,' the team expressed.

They extended their gratitude to their dedicated staff, customers, and the local fishermen who supply them with the freshest and finest local fish.

The small, family-run business made a big splash in the industry over the past eight years, and their journey is a story of hard work, dedication, and a love for the ocean's bounty.


Fish and chips aside, Hursey Seafoods bagged the best seafood restaurant title during the 2024 National Seafood Industry Awards.

South Australia's Coorong Wild Seafood took home the best seafood experience award, as they showcased the diverse and high-quality seafood offerings across the country.

For those who appreciate the finer things in life, including a good plate of fish and chips, Hooked on Middleton Beach is a destination worth visiting.

Whether you're a local or planning a trip across the country, this award-winning spot promises a taste of the sea that's as fresh as the ocean breeze.

We celebrate the achievements of local businesses that showcase quality Australian seafood.
Key Takeaways

  • Albany's Hooked on Middleton Beach was named Australia's best fish and chips spot at the 2024 National Seafood Industry Awards.
  • This is the second time the family-owned business received this prestigious accolade, demonstrating excellence in offering quality seafood.
  • Hooked on Middleton Beach previously won the National Fish and Chips Awards in 2018.
  • Hooked on Middleton Beach's owners expressed their gratitude for the recognition, attributing their success to their dedicated staff, customers, and local fishermen.
Do you have a local fish and chips spot you would recommend to other readers? Perhaps you have a fish and chips recipe you would like to share with us. Let us know in the comments below!
 
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Oh my goodness! You are asking for a heart attack both theses fats are so bad.
My brother-in-law loved his bread and dripping ate it everyday and thats what killed him.
Dying is all part of the deal NONE of us ever signed up for.

Eating tasty stuff is living. A diet consisting of a limp lettuce leaf once every third Tuesday of the month is NOT living.
 
Yep vinegar is/was an essential extra for fish and chips and a few pieces of lemon.
I remember walking home with mates after going to the pictures on a Saturday afternoon when I was about 10 and we walked past a fish and chip shop every time....back in the day threepence would buy you a big serve for kids our age and we always ripped open the top of the newspaper wrapping and literally doused the chips with vinegar....the walk home approx. 2 miles was just the best.
Most UK chippies use non-brewed condiment. It tastes vinegary.
 
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Oh i just remembered the pickled onion as well and the bag of greasy crispy bits that were floating in the fat that got scooped out that we got as well.😋
Hell yeah Littleboy8....pickled onions from the jar on top of the shop store bench and those tasty little bits in the frying tank were just the best. And lest we forget the potato cakes/ scallops...yummy. Used to love some flake too...even with those damn little bones.🤔😋😂
 
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I remember fish and chips the old style back in the UK in the early 60's cooked fresh and wrapped in newspaper. We would tear at the top and dig in, walking along the footpath enjoying fish and chips MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM yum
 
Hell yeah Littleboy8....pickled onions from the jar on top of the shop store bench and those tasty little bits in the frying tank were just the best. And lest we forget the potato cakes/ scallops...yummy. Used to love some flake too...even with those damn little bones.🤔😋😂

Scallop in the UK are totally different and we were disappointed when we tried some here and found they were not made from potato Love pickled onions mustard pickles
 
I remember fish and chips the old style back in the UK in the early 60's cooked fresh and wrapped in newspaper. We would tear at the top and dig in, walking along the footpath enjoying fish and chips MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM yum
The best I ever had were from a wooden beach kiosk at South Shields, near Newcastle Upon Tyle. As the song goes: I DID have my fishy, albeit in a paper dishy!!!

The whole lot was cooked to perfection and my mouth is watering now at the memory of it. The chips were crunchy outside and fluffy and full of flavour inside. The cod (real Atlantic cod) was tasty, soft and flaky, while the batter was crispy, crunchy, yet melt-in-the-mouth delicious!
 
Yep vinegar is/was an essential extra for fish and chips and a few pieces of lemon.
I remember walking home with mates after going to the pictures on a Saturday afternoon when I was about 10 and we walked past a fish and chip shop every time....back in the day threepence would buy you a big serve for kids our age and we always ripped open the top of the newspaper wrapping and literally doused the chips with vinegar....the walk home approx. 2 miles was just the best.
Do you remember the childrens matinees every saturday? l can't remember how much it cost to get in . There was always a cowboy movie on some comedy and a black and white episode of Superman which had you going back each week to see what happened.
Did you ever listen to Dick Barton Special Agent every day on the radio 6-45 to 7-00 ? l remember being glued to the radio not wanting to miss a single word and Julie Andrew singing with her father at fourteen same age as me. Might not have had it in your village.Where were you from?
 
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The best I ever had were from a wooden beach kiosk at South Shields, near Newcastle Upon Tyle. As the song goes: I DID have my fishy, albeit in a paper dishy!!!

The whole lot was cooked to perfection and my mouth is watering now at the memory of it. The chips were crunchy outside and fluffy and full of flavour inside. The cod (real Atlantic cod) was tasty, soft and flaky, while the batter was crispy, crunchy, yet melt-in-the-mouth delicious!
We had cod too but l think they pass shark off as cod here l could be wrong
 

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