For seafood lovers across Brisbane, Good Friday is the perfect excuse to pile a plate high with prawns and there’s dozens of spots to secure Brisbane’s best catch. It may mean you’re in a line with an esky in hand but the results are always worth it!
We’ve narrowed down a few of the best spots from every corner of Brisbane to make things easier for you. The hot tip is to order ahead, Good Friday is one of the busiest days of the year for seafood merchants.
Northside Favourite: Clayfield Seafood Markets (Clayfield)
Clayfield Seafood is a northside institution, especially on Good Friday when locals flock in for their famous prawn and bug platters, fresh snapper, oysters, and everything in between.
- Online pre-orders available
- Cooked and raw seafood options
- Excellent fish & chips if you’re after something hot
823 Sandgate Rd, Clayfield
Super Fresh: Shorncliffe Trawlers (Shorncliffe)
Want prawns so fresh they’re practically still doing laps? Head down to the trawlers at Shorncliffe. Local fishing boats dock at the jetty to sell their catch straight from the esky — no middleman, no fuss. Just you, the sea breeze, and a few kilos of sweet Queensland prawns.
- Straight from the boat
- Best in the early morning (get in quick!)
- Perfect for prawn-lovers and bargain-hunters alike
Sinbad St, Shorncliffe (near the Shorncliffe Pier)
Often from 6–7am until sold out on Good Friday
Southside Star: The Fish Factory (Morningside)
Southsiders swear by The Fish Factory, and for good reason — it’s part fresh seafood market, part casual eatery, and 100% buzzing on Good Friday. Their seafood platters are loaded and the oysters are top notch.
- Massive selection of local seafood
- Great dine-in or takeaway options
- Hot seafood bar if you want no prep at all
363 Lytton Rd, Morningside
fishfactory.com.au
Bayside Go-To: Triton Seafood Market (Wynnum)
Located outside Wynnum Plaza, the reviews speak for themselves. Serving up fresh seafood and hot fish and chips.
- Fresh and Cooked Seafood available
- Pre-order
- Great reviews
2/2021 Wynnum Rd, Wynnum West
tritonseafood.yumbojumbo.com.au
City Slicker Pick: Reef Seafood & Sushi (Newstead)
For something a little bit fancy, head to Reef in Newstead. Think sushi-grade sashimi, chilled Moreton Bay bugs, oysters, and even lobster — all beautifully presented. It’s seafood with a side of style.
- Premium seafood options
- Platters available to pre-order
- Perfect for inner-city seafood lovers
Gasworks Plaza, Newstead
www.reefgasworks.com
Bonus Round: Samie’s Girl (Hamilton)
Tucked near the river at Hamilton, Samie’s Girl is a top spot for those chasing restaurant-quality seafood with a great reputation. Their Good Friday trade is huge — and their seafood platters are legendary. A well known hotspot since 1984 in Brisbane.
- Great online ordering
- High-end selection of fresh and cooked seafood
- Popular with both locals and chefs
37A Harbour Rd, Hamilton
samiesgirl.com.au
Good Friday seafood sells out fast so get your pre-orders in early. Most places offer online ordering — and if you’re heading to the trawlers, don’t forget to set your alarm. It’s worth it, we promise.
Whether you’re going full-prawn-platter or just grabbing some snapper for the barbie, Brisbane’s seafood scene has you sorted. All you need now is lemon, a picnic table, and maybe a sneaky glass of something chilled.
