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The Fish Tank

129 Queen St, Southport QLD 4215, Australia

Recommended by 11 people

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129 Queen St, Southport QLD 4215, Australia

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+61 483 801 495
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Fish Tank

Southport seafood lovers skip the usual greasy takeaway shacks for this contemporary sit-down spot serving colossal, crisp catches. The dining room pairs clean design with warm loft music, while floor staff catch falling cutlery before it hits the tile. Diners notice the difference on the plate: thick-cut calamari, flaky cod in a light batter that stays crisp without feeling heavy, and grilled snapper glazed in garlic butter. Seafood platters arrive stacked with fresh prawns, oysters, and roe-on scallops, flanked by complimentary sauces and house-made tartar plated in an oyster shell.

  • Massive, Clean Portions: Generously sized battered cod, thick calamari rings, and grilled fillets leave diners full without heavy post-meal grease.
  • Attentive Floor Service: Floor staff anticipate dining needs in seconds, whether rearranging tables for big groups or swiftly replacing dropped cutlery.
  • Thoughtful Saucing: House-made tartar arrives in an oyster shell alongside complimentary sauces, vinegar, and hot sauce.
  • Abundant Seafood Platters: Multi-item platters arrive stacked with fresh prawns, oysters, crisp chips, and scallops served with the roe intact.
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Why Diners Choose The Fish Tank

Generous portions of crisp seafood, sharing platters, and thoughtful extras in Southport

  • Crisp, Clean Batter Without Grease

    Fresh fillets and calamari are prepared with an ultra-light, golden batter that provides clean, crispy crunch without leaving greasy residue.

    Batter was crispy and not oily

    Calvin Teah

  • Authentic Roe-On Scallops

    Scallops are served with the roe intact to deliver richer, authentic coastal depth and flavor in every portion.

    The Scallops were tasty and had the roe on which is the only way to go.

    BBQ Dan

  • Complimentary House Sauces and Condiments

    Accompaniments like house-made tartar sauce, hot sauce, and malt vinegar are provided with meals without extra condiment fees.

    Loved that the sauces were at no extra cost and they even had hot sauce snd vinegar!

    Melissa Jackson

  • Hearty Angus Beef and Chicken Burgers

    The kitchen serves juicy Angus beef and crispy chicken burgers so groups with varied cravings are easily satisfied.

    Hamburgers were nicely put together and well balanced with sauces, juicy Angus beef patties and the rest of ingredients.

    Yelena Bogdanoff

  • Abundant Hot Seafood Sharing Platters

    Abundant seafood platters let family and large tour groups easily share generous, perfectly timed hot seafood spreads together.

    The hot seafood platter for two was superb! The quantity and quality of the food far exceeded our expectations.

    Adriano Mastoy

  • Accommodating Large Group Gatherings

    The spacious dining area easily accommodates large parties and family gatherings with swift table arrangements.

    We had a group of 17 people and they were happy to move tables to accommodate us.

    Kendall Thompson

Signature seafood favourites and hearty mains beloved by guests

  • Hot Seafood Platter

    The hot seafood platter for two was superb! The quantity and quality of the food far exceeded our expectations.

    Adriano Mastoy

  • Calamari

    The calamari pieces were big, thick, tender, and absolutely delicious.

    Marron Australia

  • Scallops

    The Scallops were tasty and had the roe on which is the only way to go.

    BBQ Dan

  • Classic Hamburger

    Hamburgers were nicely put together and well balanced with sauces, juicy Angus beef patties and the rest of ingredients.

    Yelena Bogdanoff

Other favorites

Sides and house-made accompaniments to complete your seafood feast

  • Chips

    The chips were some of the best we have ever had. Not oily, yet fried to the perfect crispiness.

    BBQ Dan

  • Homemade Tartar Sauce

    Calamari was delicious as was the cod and home made tartar sauce. Loved that the sauces were at no extra cost and they even had hot sauce snd vinegar!

    Melissa Jackson

  • Brown Rice

    the brown rice was seasoned with soy sauce, which made it really easy to eat — almost like fried rice!

    Marron Australia

  • Potato Scallops

    Best potato scallops I've had in a long time.

    I. H.

Frequently Asked Questions

How large are the portion sizes, and are meals easy to share?

Portions are notably generous. Diners frequently share combinations like fish and chips, seafood platters, or calamari with sides, and takeaway containers are available if you order too much.

What options are available if someone in our group doesn't want seafood?

Yes. While famous for fresh battered and grilled seafood, the kitchen also serves Angus beef burgers and crispy chicken burgers with chips and dipping sauces.

Can The Fish Tank accommodate large groups?

Yes. The venue accommodates dining groups, and the floor team can rearrange tables to seat parties comfortably.

Where can visitors park when visiting?

Undercover parking is available nearby, including two hours of free parking across at Queen Street Village as well as paid building parking.

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