Larrie's
A casual takeaway spot with a fun, surf-inspired atmosphere, serving modern takes on Aussie classics near Merewether Beach.
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Larrie's
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Must-see attractions
A casual takeaway spot with a fun, surf-inspired atmosphere, serving modern takes on Aussie classics near Merewether Beach.
"Great atmosphere and wonderful food; definitely coming back next time I'm in town!"
Try the Fish Burger
Customers rave about the fish burger, calling it delicious and a must-try.
Service is Quick When Not Busy
Visit during off-peak hours to potentially avoid long wait times.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Australian Takeaway
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+61 2 4963 1574
Address
Lower Ground, 99 Frederick St, Merewether NSW 2291, Australia
Website
larries.com.au/Highlights
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Modern Aussie Takeaway
Enjoy classic cornerstore dishes with a contemporary twist, perfect for a beachside meal.
Fun, Surf-Inspired Atmosphere
Relaxed vibe with surf photographs adorning the walls, reminiscent of old milk bars.
Delicious Fish Burgers
A standout item, the fish burger is highly recommended for its great flavor.
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Try the Fish Burger
Customers rave about the fish burger, calling it delicious and a must-try.
Service is Quick When Not Busy
Visit during off-peak hours to potentially avoid long wait times.
Quality Concerns Noted
Some reviews mention issues with flathead or fried chicken quality.
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Try the Fish Burger
Customers rave about the fish burger, calling it delicious and a must-try.
Service is Quick When Not Busy
Visit during off-peak hours to potentially avoid long wait times.
Quality Concerns Noted
Some reviews mention issues with flathead or fried chicken quality.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Larrie's offers a fun, surf-inspired atmosphere and modern Aussie takeaway classics, with many praising the fish burgers and chips. However, some diners have noted inconsistency in food quality, with specific dishes like flathead and fried chicken receiving negative feedback regarding batter-to-fish ratio and overcooking. The service is generally quick when not busy, and the decor is a definite highlight.
"First time at Larrie’s and loved it! Gorgeous flavour at a good price. The fish pieces were very small more batter than fish but that would be my only complaint.
Look forward to trying more on the menu!"
Farrah Towers
"After having visited previously, we came for dinner tonight - fish and chips. We were recommended the flathead.
The fish was terrible - more batter and oil than fish. Small portion.
The calamari rings were the same - wads of fried oily batter and hardly any calamari. We felt sick afterwards - not to mention the fact that we paid $39 for a very underwhelming meal.
This is usually one of the best places for fish and chips in Newcastle - not sure what's going on? Recommend some review of processes and systems are needed to ensure improvement of the quality.
Atmosphere is great. Service is friendly and quick."
S S
"I’ve eaten here before and had the same chicken burger. This time I had it delivered and the fried chicken was tiny and so burnt and dry that I couldn’t get through it. Food quality seems to have dropped dramatically. Regretfully spent my money on something inedible."
LaShay Bland
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Frequently Asked Questions
Larrie's is known for its modern takes on Aussie takeaway classics, especially its fish burgers and chips, all served in a fun, surf-inspired atmosphere.
The menu indicates gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free options are available for some dishes.
Specific hours are not provided, but it's recommended to visit during off-peak times to avoid long waits.
Yes, takeout is available, and one review mentioned ordering via Uber Eats.
As it is located near Merewether Beach, street parking is likely available in the vicinity.
The atmosphere is described as fun and relaxed, with surf-inspired decor reminiscent of old milk bars.
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Speaking of seafood near the water, last year Merewether’s Beach Hotel opened Larrie’s, a takeaway shop inspired by milk bars from a time when pinball was more popular than Pokemon. Old surf photographs line the walls, and the menu sports cornerstore classics such as battered snapper, pineapple fritters and prawn sangas, plus sashimi, tuna bowls and barbecued squid. Unlike the fancier section of the pub upstairs (recently relaunched as Peregrin restaurant), footwear is optional, and there’s a “little larrikins” menu spruiking chip butties and cocktail fish.
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Larrie's is all about modern takes on Aussie takeaway classics, and we reckon its fish and chips are definitely up to scratch. Eat them across the road at Merewether Beach and with some cold drinks and you have yourself an ideal summer feed.Where: 99 Frederick St, Merewether
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The first of the renovations has seen the opening of ‘Larrie’s’, a hole-in-the-wall beachside kiosk styled to replicate a local milk bar from the 70s and 80s, serving up honest Aussie beach staples with a twist.
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