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All reviews fish and chips scallops butterfish salad cooked to perfection bay seagulls takeaway fisherman waterfront venue oil winter
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Reviewed 27 October 2023

A very below average, overpriced seafood platter. For $49, we got minimal seafood, some salad and lots of chips the seagull were given to enjoy. The building looks 1970s inside. Could do with fresh paint. Toilets downstairs. No, we would most certainly NOT go back...again.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 20 October 2023 via mobile

Was expecting a really good takeaway meal but was disappointed. Potato cakes were flowery and dry. Asked for calamari and was told that it was only processed rings. The best part of my meal was the scallops. Will try another takeaway next time.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 5 July 2023 via mobile

Before I visited my friend in Geelong I searched best fish and chips in Geelong in trip advisor. When I was in Geelong I went and bought lunch from there and we really enjoyed the taste and price highly recommended

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 3 July 2023 via mobile

We came across this place while looking for a fish and chip shop. The outside looks like old and run down but the food was amazing! Best potato cakes iv had in a long time! Husband and kids enjoyed the battered fish. I did think...it was a little expensive thou.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 13 March 2023 via mobile

Surrounded by the bay you would think the flake served would be bigger than a tadpole - unfortunately not. Some of the least appetising fish & chips I’ve had :(

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 25 January 2023

We arrived just before they closed but were able to get the Seafood Feast for 2 and took it away to eat in our car which was parked facing the waterfront. Good quality seafood cooked to perfection and chunky chips as well. Pleasantly surprised at...how enjoyable it was and we didn't have to endure the swoop of a seagull while we consumed it. Did not have a recommendation for this place but happy to give one now. Great spot for casual dining and if you want to have the experience of seafood by the sea. Service was quick and although we didn't eat in the venue has a nice overview of the bay.More

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 13 January 2023 via mobile

Good quality fish and chips. Chunky chips and generous serving. A fisherman’s basket at $23 has two pieces of fish, a scallop, a fish stick, two piece of fried squid and one prawn. Ample serving of chips to go with it. There were ample dining...space in the shed where you can enjoy your meal with soft breeze and no seagulls! Definitely a great place for a chill lunch or for families. There are also dining space on the outside decking both covered and otherwise.More

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 2 September 2022 via mobile

We ordered the $40 pack for 2 and it was some of the best fish and chips we have eaten. The calmari, prawns and scallops we cooked perfectly

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 9 August 2022 via mobile

We ordered on site from a well-priced menu. Butterfish and chips (2) and butterfish, “no salt please” and salad, takeaway. We didn’t wait long. Very nice service. All freshly cooked. Very tasty.

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed 4 August 2022

Visiting from the other side of the bay bought the seafood basket. The barra was excellent, well cooked in fresh oil with a light crispy batter, though a little oily, but then it is fish and chips after all. The chips were plentifull but could...have been cooked a little more for my liking. All in all a good cheap meal. Would definitely go back again.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed 1 May 2022

Nothing special, but really fresh seafood. Stunning location - space inside and outside. Very friendly service

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed 1 November 2021

Great location, and service is amazing. We have always had a great experience whenever we visit the Boat House. The service is quick and friendly, and the location couldn't be better.

Date of visit: October 2021
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Reviewed 3 April 2021

After months of Covid19 confinement my wife and I decided to go for a drive to the Geelong Foreshore area. We stopped for lunch at “The Geelong Boat House” which had a 15% surcharge because it was Easter Saturday. It was busy and there was...a delay to provide the food. We chose to eat outside on the upstairs terrace where there was a light breeze and sunny with panoramic views, photo enclosed. The food exceeded our expectations. The chips and potato cakes (also called potato fritter, scallop or potato pancakes) were crunchy and full of flavour, the fried blue grenadier was finger licking good and the dim sims were also excellent. I am always prepared to pay for quality but I felt $8.05 for two bottles of water was too high. After lunch, in beautiful weather with a light wind, we walked along Western Beach road past the skate park, ferris wheel etc..More

Date of visit: April 2021
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Reviewed 14 March 2021 via mobile

Had lunch here on the decking with my husband on a gorgeous sunny afternoon. This place is always well worth a visit. Great food and the perfect setting for some delicious fish and chips.

Date of visit: March 2021
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Reviewed 22 January 2021 via mobile

If you like over greasy fish and chips this place is for you!!! Scollops were 90% roe. Over priced for greasy food that just slips thru your hand

Date of visit: January 2021
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Rebecca W
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Response from Russet R | Reviewed this property |
On the fish and chip menu, there is potato cakes, chips and a Greek salad. I'd stick to the chips and potato cakes though, as the Greek salad, is not very Greek, more green ! And I'd stay away from the seafood as well, as it... More
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Response from fionah961 | Reviewed this property |
The boat house is on the park that runs along the Geelong foreshore . There were plenty of dogs (on leads) along the foreshore. We have a dog, and simply ordered take away and then sat in the park. There are benches to... More
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Yes, Geelong Boat House Fish and Chips offers takeaway services.

Geelong Boat House Fish and Chips is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4