Fresh Seafood & Fish and Chips on the Wharf

The Wharf combines fresh seafood, delicious fish and chips, bait and bulk salt ice, and a fully licenced café overlooking the water. Enjoy great food, great coffee and stunning views right on historic Shortland Wharf.

We Offer The Best For You

Fresh seafood, quality takeaways, waterfront dining, and everything you need for a great day on the wharf.

Fresh Fish & Seafood Fillets

Fresh locally sourced fish fillets and a wide range of seafood products including oysters, mussels, kina, smoked fish and more.

Fish & Chips Takeaway

Crispy fish and chips cooked fresh to order and enjoyed overlooking the marina and waterfront.

Bait & Bulk Salt Ice

Convenient bait and bulk salt ice available for fishing trips and marine activities.

Licensed Café with Water Views

Enjoy coffee, cabinet food, fish and chips, beer or wine while taking in Thames’ only waterfront café views.

Seafood

The Wharf Fish Shop has been a Thames icon for over 15 years, offering fresh seafood, premium fish fillets and delicious fish and chips from its historic waterfront location.

Oper Hours

Licensed Café

Enjoy fresh fish and chips, great coffee, cabinet food and drinks while overlooking the water at Thames' only waterfront café.

Serving Thames for Over 13 Years

The Wharf has proudly served locals and visitors to Thames for more than 13 years. Located on historic Shortland Wharf, we offer fresh seafood, fish and chips, bait, salt ice and a unique licenced café experience overlooking the water. Whether you’re stopping in for lunch, fresh fish for dinner or a coffee by the marina, The Wharf is a destination worth visiting.
From freshly prepared fish and chips to premium seafood products, great coffee and cabinet food, our team is committed to providing quality food and friendly service every day. Enjoy your meal indoors, under our covered outdoor area or at the iconic BBQ tables on the wharf.

~ Gordon Ramsay

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Prime Wharf Location

Serving Fresh Dishes Every day

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Words from Our Customers

People Rated Our Dishes

Rated 5 out of 5
Average rating 5 / 5

The best fish and chip we have ever eaten in New Zealand. Fish cooked to perfection and even the batter was nice to eat. Great coffee and matcha latte.

Joanne L

Fresh fish,crispy batter,yummy chips,great service couldn't ask for better

Renee Mcgrath

Best Fish n' Chips EVER!! Excellent value for money! Nice seating Areal by the seafront. The make good Cappuccinos and cakes too! Friendly staff. Free parking. What can you ask more

Teddy Crismon

Customer

Your Questions, Answered

Yes. We stock a wide range of fresh seafood products including fish fillets, oysters, mussels, kina, smoked fish and seasonal seafood selections.