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Something Fishy in Penshurst

14 Penshurst St, Penshurst NSW 2222, Australia

Recommended by 33 people

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14 Penshurst St, Penshurst NSW 2222, Australia

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+61 2 9579 1212
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Something Fishy in Penshurst

This three-generation Penshurst fisho pairs classic crisp fish and chips with traditional Greek-style grilled seafood. Regulars skip the fryer for marinated calamari, grilled octopus, and a proper feta-heavy Greek salad. Service runs on first names and genuine neighborhood warmth, right down to meticulous grill clean-downs for diners managing severe allergies. Bring cash, order ahead during Friday rushes, and grab a tub of homemade coleslaw with your charred fillet.

  • Greek-Style Grilled Seafood: Tender marinated octopus and calamari charred to order alongside crisp battered fillets.
  • Generational Family Service: Run by three generations who know locals by name and accommodate severe allergies with full grill clean-downs.
  • Cash-Only Neighborhood Takeaway: Counter service operates on cash only, with phone orders recommended to bypass the Friday dinner queues.
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Why Customers Choose Something Fishy in Penshurst

Why locals rely on Something Fishy for fresh takeaway, authentic grilled seafood, and genuine family care

  • Crispy, Non-Greasy Traditional Fish and Chips

    Consistently fresh seafood prepared with clean, golden batter and crisp chips without excessive oiliness.

    The fish is always remarkably fresh, perfectly cooked with a light and golden crispy batter that is never greasy, and the chips are hot, crunchy, and well-seasoned every single time.

    Raihan Toha

  • Greek-Style Marinated and Grilled Seafood

    Authentic Mediterranean preparation featuring tender marinated octopus, fish, and calamari grilled to order.

    The marinated fish is amazing, they grill it perfectly. They even grill marinated calamari to perfection.

    Michael Neary

  • Multi-Generational Community Compassion

    Staff treat patrons like family, offering dedicated care, assistance, and familiarity to elderly and vulnerable neighbors.

    My dad Doug used to go here every Friday and they were so kind to him especially as he got older and his dementia worsened. They knew his name, helped him with his order.

    Trudy Arnold

  • Village-Style Neighborly Hospitality

    Owners and staff go above and beyond for local families, including curb-side delivery for parents in need.

    Jeff has gone above and beyond once when he delivered my lunch to my car parked up the road as I was trapped with a sleeping baby and could not go in person.

    Charlene Su

  • Reassuring Atmosphere and Thoughtful Service

    A comforting, relaxed local counter atmosphere that relieves daily customer stress with genuine hospitality.

    I'd had a stressful 24 hours, and the service here was so great they calmed me down.

    Stuart Kidd

  • Complete Peace of Mind for Dietary Allergies

    Parents gain total trust through meticulous grill cleaning and compassionate care for severe anaphylactic allergies.

    As a parent, this means so much to us and to him

    Renate Culleton

Signature fresh seafood and takeaway classics perfected by Penshurst's favorite local fisho.

  • Fish and Chips

    The fish is always remarkably fresh, perfectly cooked with a light and golden crispy batter that is never greasy, and the chips are hot, crunchy, and well-seasoned every single time.

    Raihan Toha

  • Calamari

    Best calamari you can find in Sydney.

    Charlene Su

  • Grilled Octopus

    amazing grilled octopus

    AD Lee

  • Beef Burger

    Couldn't fault my beef burger and chips, the chips were crisp.

    Stuart Kidd

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality gestures that set this local seafood shop apart

  • Dedicated Grill Clean-Downs for Severe Allergies

    For customers with severe egg and dairy allergies, staff consistently clean down the entire grill without hesitation so they can safely enjoy grilled seafood.

  • Curbside Car Delivery for Sleeping Infants

    When a parent was trapped in their car with a sleeping infant down the street, staff hand-delivered the lunch order directly to the car.

  • Attentive Support for Vulnerable Regulars

    Staff provided gentle, patient assistance to an elderly regular patron living with worsening dementia, recognizing him by name and helping him place his Friday order.

  • Compassionate Pay-Later Care

    When a patron arrived distressed during a stressful day, staff offered a calming environment and extended an impromptu pay-later courtesy while they ate.

Before you head over

Practical advice on payments, peak timing, and ordering safely at Penshurst's local seafood counter.

  • Bring Cash for In-Store Orders

    Bring physical currency when you visit to order hot takeaway, as the shop operates on a strict cash-only policy.

  • Phone Ahead to Skip Friday Queues

    Dinner peak periods and Friday evenings draw large crowds; call ahead to place your order and secure easy street parking for a quick pickup.

  • Request a Grill Clean-Down for Allergies

    If dining with severe dairy or egg allergies, staff are willing to thoroughly clean down the grill to safely prepare fresh grilled fish.

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