Hunky Dory Fish & Chips South Melbourne

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Closed nowOpens 10:45amSunday: 10:45am - 9:30pm
252 Clarendon St, South Melbourne VIC 3205

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A South Melbourne fish and chip institution near the market, prized for fresh batter and grilled fish options.

A bright, casual counter-service dining room with an ample indoor seating area plus outdoor tables, walking distance from South Melbourne Market. clean and colourful, though it can feel cramped and rushed during the Sunday-dinner and weekday-lunch peaks.

Catering for private and corporate events, a build-your-own grilled 'Hunky Bowl' over brown rice, and an African-style sauce option alongside the classic tartare.

A straightforward Australian fish-and-chip-shop tradition rather than a specific heritage cuisine, with reviewers valuing the classic format over any particular lineage.

Budget-friendly grilled fish bowls from around $16.50-$18.50 that most reviewers call good value, though a few call recent price rises and large family orders steep for takeaway.

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252 Clarendon St, South Melbourne VIC 3205

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South Melbourne

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