A modest fish-and-chip shop on Sydney’s western fringe has drawn widespread attention after a social media video praised its chips, potato scallops and battered fish, prompting customers to travel across the city for the meal.
Fish Fish, which operates outlets in Penrith and Edmondson Park about 45 minutes from the Sydney central business district, was highlighted in a now-viral Instagram clip by food creator Annie Nguyen of Annie’s Bucket List, who declared, "I think these are the best fish and chips in Western Sydney." The clip and accompanying posts have attracted further customers and discussion among local food lovers.
Nguyen returned to Fish Fish for a second visit and ordered a family pack priced at $54.90. The meal, as described by the vendor and shown in the video, included two pieces of battered fish, four fish cocktails, four calamari rings, four potato scallops and a large serving of chips. Nguyen singled out the potato scallops and the seasoning, saying, "I got the potato scallops last time and they were so good. I love the chicken salt that they put on them." Customers and commenters have also praised the shop’s crunchy scallops, tender fish and the tartare sauce served alongside the meal.
Patrons have reportedly travelled from across Sydney to try the shop’s offerings, and local food accounts have shared images and reviews that contributed to the venue’s growing profile. The surge in attention reflects a pattern in which short-form videos and food influencers prompt rapid increases in patronage for small, independent eateries.
Fish and chip shops have a long history in Australian food culture as affordable, casual dining options, and regional favourites often draw devoted followings. In recent years, social media platforms have amplified that local enthusiasm and turned neighborhood staples into wider attractions when content from creators reaches large audiences.
Neither Fish Fish management nor Nguyen provided additional comment to media beyond the posts and video that circulated online. The popularity of the clip underscores the continuing influence of food-focused social media on dining choices and on the fortunes of small food businesses in suburban areas.