Erik's Fish and Chips

Erik’s Fish and Chips in Queenstown is definitely worth a visit if you’re craving classic fish and chips done right. We stopped by for a quick meal and although the wait was about 15 minutes, it was well worth it. Everything is made fresh to order, and you can really taste the difference in the quality. The fish was beautifully cooked, fresh, flaky, and coated in a light, crispy batter that wasn’t too oily. It tasted clean and satisfying, just how proper fish and chips should be. A standout for us were the potato cakes. Unlike the ones you often get in Australia, which can be overly floury and bland, Erik’s version had a perfect texture with real potato inside and a golden crisp outside. They were seriously delicious and felt like a treat rather than filler. The location is easy to find, and there's a casual, welcoming vibe. Staff were friendly and efficient, managing the queue well despite it being busy. It’s a great spot for a relaxed bite, especially if you want to enjoy your food by the lake. Overall, Erik’s delivers on both taste and quality, a top choice for fish and chip lovers in Queenstown.

We spent a Thursday night and a Tuesday night in Queenstown and bought a meal deal through bookme for each night. Great value and an easy process. Fish was perfectly cooked and chips were great. Really economical option especially if you can sit on your hotel balcony and look at the view. Highly recommend.

I had the monkfish and it was absolutely delicious—perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The only downside was the French fries, which were a bit too oily for my taste. They were soaked in oil, and I prefer fries that are more dry and crisp, without so much oil inside. On a positive note, I also tried the deep-fried kiwi, and it was a real treat! I really enjoyed the warm, sweet flavor—such a unique and tasty experience. Overall, it was a great meal with some standout flavors, especially the monkfish and the fried kiwi.

I had three fish and chips during my New Zealand trip and Eric‘s fish and chips definitely stands out as the best one! Fried monk fish is quite special and I like the firm texture. Fried hoki fish tastes nice too. Both of the fried fish are fresh and delicious. My friends strongly recommend the calamari here. They said it’s very fresh and also the best they had during the trip. It’s sad that I didn’t get the chance to try it. My dear Google friends, please try the calamari for me! There are both indoor and outdoor seats. You may order at either the kiosk or the counter.

I’m obsessed with Erik’s. Having grown up in the UK I would have bet my life that the best fish and chip shop was somewhere on our isles. But in recent years the fish and chips never seem to live up to the fond, nostalgic, memories I have of hand cut triple cooked chips. Little did I know; the best fish and chips are in-fact on another island; the opposite side of the world. Yes I’m a snob about my chips. And I like to think I know what’s good or not. These are the best I’ve ever had.

I saw their fried kiwi and was curious so I’ve tried them and to my surprise it was really delicious. And a big thank you to the staff who gave me fish and chips for free because they did one to much. The fish was soooo good and the chips seasoned well. Cute little place to stop by and get a great meal for a fear price.

It wasn’t difficult to locate the stall. Plenty of parking nearby but parking here is not free. Portion is quite generous. Drinks and sauce sold separately even though we bought the meal deal. You gotta eat with your hands cos no cutlery was provided. There’s a washroom inside the stall though. That’s a bonus. Good halal option for Muslim travelers visiting Queenstown. It’s a pity the branch in Wanaka is no longer operating.

Love their fish and chips. Standard of the fish n chips remains the same after 3 years. We had the monkfish which I feel is tastier than the hoki fillet. No cutlery provided, but there is plenty of napkins and a toilet w basin to wash your hands. The sitting area is in a container opposite the counter. It is nice and warm just that you will need to clean the table before and after use. Will be back again when I am in Queenstown.

Loved their Fish and Chips! We tried everything - from the Cod to the Calamari - each was flaky and crisp and flavorful. Delicious! HIGHLY recommend.

One of the things I really wanted to have while traveling to New Zealand was fish and chips because of the strong British influence. There actually wasn't an abundance of choices as I thought, and the best option was Erik's Fish and Chips located in the Queenstown Mall, near Queenstown Bay Beach. This is a small food shack with outdoor and indoor seating that also has a restroom. Order at the counter, pick up, and sit wherever you want. What brought me here was the selection of different fishes (hoki, monk, and blue cod), and even different type of chips (regular, Erik's homemade, and Kumara). There's also other seafood selections, fried vegetable and dessert items, and chicken tenders. I ordered the Fish and Chips Meal Deal. There's a lot of upgrade options, and sauces cost money too! Yes, it is priced for tourists! The price of the fish are PER piece, which is about 120 grams, and all sourced from the South Island. The Fried Monk Fish was good. Moist, tender, meaty, flaky with a mild sweetness. Erik's Homemade Chips were good. A bit too much salt for me, but the chips were really crispy and soft inside. Keeping the skin made it better! Added a Blue Cod. This was similar to the monk fish, but more tender, delicate, flaky, and sweet. Both fishes were not seasoned, so be sure to sprinkle some chicken salt with a splash of vinegar. The way it was battered was messy and uneven, so you don't get the full crispiness. Overall, the fish and chips were good. No, it's not the same as in England, but it's New Zealand's version, and definitely acceptable. Yes, it's pricey, but that's just being in the heart of Queenstown. The fish were prepared well, fresh, and does not have that frozen taste. The staff there were very friendly and nice. I'd order from here again.

Located in a food truck like structure. Very good fish and chips. Came out hot and crispy. There are a few tables inside and some picnic tables outside. Service was good. You order at the window and they'll call your number when food is ready.

I was on a walkabout in Qtown near the end of April 2024. The fried Blue Cod tasted OK. Nothing special. 15 NZD for the DINKY portion in the picture. POOR VALUE for the money. LONG wait for my order, but there were only 2 employees. I had higher expectations based upon the YELP reviews. I walked away DISAPPOINTED. Walk up counter service only, order and wait. Picnic tables out back. No restrooms.

I'll be back in an hour hahaha it's that good.! Food here it's outstanding! I love this place!

Rated as the top f & c in Queenstown, chips were dried out and shriveled, asked for lemon and chicken salt, both were missing even after checking before we left with it takeaway. Fish was good, calamari was over battered. Nothing on f & c in Australia I'm sorry to say. Wildly disappointing.

Delicious fish and definitely go for the home style chips. Very friendly service also. Thanks!

You can order and pay online and set the time then go in for pick up! Highly recommended! Definitely upgrade and go for the blue cod. You can't go wrong. The fish is so good and very meaty. My son's "kids fish and chips" barely had fish, mostly breading. I forgot all the pricing, but see pictures for pricing, sorry some got cut off by the light. The location is tucked away in a little shopping area. When we went at night, almost everything was closed so it's very easy to miss. If you're coming from the heart of the town along the water, turn left by Bottswana Butchery. It's behind that area.

Delicious fish and great service! Perfect for a quick bite. Fish was perfectly fried.

Fish was a tad bland, and the fried cauliflower and onions were super oily. I would pass on this

I had to come here after all the great reviews and it was not a disappointment! The fish was served hot and crispy - delicious with vinegar! I wanted more! Free parking for visitors

I absolutely love this place! First, make sure to order for takeaway. Then grab your tasty lunch when your number is called and head over to the lake for scenic views. The lunch special here is $10 for fish, chips, and a drink. Batter was light and not too greasy. Fish was meaty and good. Instead of regular chips, I upgraded to kumara chips for $4 more. They are massive and filling. You're with someone else, I suggest one person upgrading and the other person getting regular chips, and then sharing! This place definitely hit the spot on my lunch stopover to Queenstown. A wonderful meal that is just the right amount of food for the right price.

This place serves some of the best fish and chips I've ever had in my life. We had several meals here during our stay in Queenstown. I recommend the blue cod and chips with a side of aioli. The fish is juicy and mild, and the batter is crisp and light. I also suggest getting the cauliflower bites, which were absolutely delicious. The portions are massive and enough to share. Everything is freshly made. They have a small dining area that is enclosed. Most people place orders to go, but we opted to eat there and each time we did we left satiated and happy.

My wife and I visited Erik's Fish & Chips for a quick dinner on a recent trip to Queenstown. We ordered the Hoki and Blue Cod with a side of Erik's Homemade Chips. The fish was flakey and meaty with a crisp breading. The chips were crisp on the outside and soft on the inside and paired with a sweet creamy aioli for dipping. These were some of the best fish and chips I have had and a must try when in Queenstown.

So Good. Across the street from the Novotel so that was super convenient for us. It was also raining but all good because they have a separate trailer for dining. Now THESE are fish and chips. Everything is cooked to order. The batter is tasty. Even the kids meals are larger than expected. We ordered the $10 meal and a kids meal to split. I'm a fan of the Hoki which came with the $10 meal because its not as fishy in taste. My husband enjoyed the Dory which definitely was a lot more fish tasting. I wish we could've ordered more--- like the oysters or poutine -- but this was plenty to fill us! Definitely go here if you are in Queenstown!

Yes it really is excellent. Pipping hot and lots of options. I ordered the Dory fish. It is the middle priced fish option and is cheaper than the cod. It was fresh and delicious. Had it with fried cauliflower instead of chips. Very good but not outstanding. I really should not eat fries (chips) and these were a nice alternative. Price and service were very good. Much less expensive than some of the sit down restaurants. Limited outside seating. Recommended.

Friendly and efficient service. Reasonable prices Great food! Try the Cod and spring rolls! Don't miss the mushy peas!

Great fish n' chips in Queenstown near the lake! It's a nice little corner between shops & service was very friendly, took about 15 minutes for the $10 deal (hoki and small fries). They have salt and vinegar on the side, and a couple tables to sit and eat.

4 stars for me. Solidly good fish and chips with a nice breading and crunch. Had I not eaten at Correlli's fish and chips in Devonport a few days earlier (hint: their breading is fantastic) and this may be near the tops for all the various fish and chip places I tried in New Zealand. Liked that they have a variety of fish types and are located across from the Novotel where I was staying.

No ambiance but great food at a good price. It's a "food cart" set up but with a small indoor adjacent room with tables. If the weather is nice most patrons take their food to the lakeside park only a few steps away. We ordered blue cod and chunky fries. With two sodas added, cost was $30. If we had ordered the cheaper fish cost would have been only $20. They don't cook your food until you order so it was hot and crispy.

What? I walked up at 8:40. Nobody was there but I was turned away saying they had closed everything. Why say you are open until 9 if you are going to turn people away at 8:40?

Best fish and chips that I had in all of NZ. Anna and her staff were wonderful too. I preferred the aioli over the sweet pepper sauce but both were good. I tried the hoki and dory but not the halibut. Both great! Battered perfect on each of three occasions. I also really, really enjoyed the calamari.

We didn't get a chance to actually eat the fish and chips. We found a deal on the desserts which some were okay and others were Great. We were already so full by the time we made it here. But the food did smell awesome and we wanted to have some. Next time we are in Queenstown we will stop for the full meal.

Easy fast and reasonable fish and chips. Several different types of Fish to choose from. All lightly fried golden crispy. Great sides as well including mushy peas potatoes spirals curry cheese and chips. Also very unique desserts with deep fried kiwi fruit and pineapple rings. BYOK. Bring your own ketchup otherwise they will charge you.

Erik's Fish & Chips was amazing!! My husband (whose name is also Erik!) and I ate a lot of Fish & Chips while in New Zealand and this was our favorite. While this is a food truck restaurant, an ambience was created through the use of fake grass and cute, round tables. We enjoyed sitting outside, eating our food. The deep fried kiwi was a new, delicious find that I highly recommend! Definitely going to find this place again when we next visit Queenstown.

Good, fast and tasty. Perfect for a snack or a meal.