The 5 Best Seafood Shops in Adelaide

The business packaged its own and third party seafood, then operated as a wholesaler to Brisbane, the Sydney Fish Markets, Adelaide, and internationally. “They gutted the seafood industry and now we are importing 40 per cent of seafoods, and that will grow. Little Market Chefs is back for Seafood + Sounds, with a fun, hands-on cooking class designed for young food lovers. Kids will learn simple kitchen skills while creating a delicious seafood-inspired recipe using fresh ingredients sourced from the Market. Join home cook Geoff Staples for a seafood masterclass, packed with tips and tricks to use in your everyday cooking.
The offering will depend on what’s hauled in – everything from garfish, King George whiting, mulloway and red emperor to lesser-known hussar. Two dry-agers are currently home to some Ora King salmon, samson fish, kingfish, rainbow trout and barramundi. At The Fish Factory, we believe that seafood is more than just a meal; it's an experience, a connection to the ocean, and a celebration of the hard work and dedication of our local fishermen. That's why we're committed to providing the absolute freshest seafood possible, fish market adelaide straight from the boat to our factory, ensuring that every bite is bursting with flavour and vitality. We're not about fancy presentations or inflated prices; we're about delivering honest, high-quality seafood that reflects the true essence of Australia's coastal bounty. From takeaway fish and chips to fine dining, Mr Mario’s and Louca’s have you covered.

From the entrees to desserts, every dish served achieves a refined balance of sweet, salty and sour. Treat yourself to 1kg of fresh South Australian mussels in a white wine, chilli and tomato broth or go big with their worldly seafood platter. The menu boasts delectable servings of raw and cooked seafood, meats and delicacies, plus sweet treats to end your meal on a high. A shift of focus onto seafood sustainability has encouraged restaurants to reconsider our relationship with the sea.
With menus highlighting regional specialities like kingfish crudo and prawns from Spencer Gulf, SA snapper and their signature King George Whiting, you’re guaranteed the freshest, tastiest seafood feasts. Stashed behind the iconic Louca’s, Mr Mario’s serves up real-deal, restaurant-quality grub, with a fish sando under $13. For more of a treat, sit in and savour a classic and modern take on seafood dishes at Louca’s, with mains around $45. We're proud to continue our legacy of supplying South Australians with the biggest and freshest range of seafood on the market. From the iconic King George Whiting to the succulent Southern Rock Lobster, our selection is a testament to the diversity and abundance of our local waters. We’re not afraid to say that we have the best range you will find.
'", Mitchell said to Sonya, Jules & Rory McClaren. "If it is, they won't buy it". Since the South Australian algal bloom arose in March, there has been a steady downturn in seafood sales. It seems that all of our Adelaide friends (irrespective of culture) discuss food and where to eat, and there was one place that almost everyone seem to recommend. It is in The Adelaide Central Market, and the stall called Fair Seafood and it deals with sustainable seafood.

If you don’t see what you need, just ask and we will source it for you. This transparency and authenticity align perfectly with Dinko Seafoods’ values. As one of Australia’s most trusted Southern Bluefin Tuna wholesalers, and widely recognised as a pioneer of the global bluefin tuna farming industry, Dinko has built its reputation on quality, innovation and sustainability. "We encourage everyone involved in public debate to do their bit to support SA’s seafood industry by sharing science-based advice," they said. Seafood retailers in SA say they are still seeing a downturn in demand, despite products not coming from areas affected by the algal bloom.
To deliver exceptional, curated products to food enthusiasts who value superior quality and exquisite flavours. The recently renovated park offers plenty of shaded picnic areas and fun play equipment for children. There were four of us who ate at Fair Food last year and we had such a great meal that I was determined to go back, this time with some new friends to share the experience. The food was just as amazing as I remembered, and their menu has expanded even more since my last visit.

Government health advice states that all commercially available seafood from South Australian waters is safe to eat. "I've been eating seafood once a week … I don't have a third arm, I don't have an extra leg, I don't feel like I'm going to be sick at any time." He said it was important people knew there were many fisheries completely unaffected by the bloom. "It's up to the industry and individual businesses to try and get that message out there.
Adelaide Seafood has two physical locations where we show off our quality lobster products as we have been for the past 45 years. If you need to find us, we are located in both Stepney and Marion for fresh lobster near you. Lobster is widely considered to be the best of the best when it comes to seafood, but did you know that freshness and quality make all the difference? Sometimes, the most expensive lobster does not necessarily mean that it will be the best lobster you can access. Instead, you should prioritise purchasing your lobster from sources that prioritise freshness and quality above all else.
Experience the taste of the sea with our carefully selected and expertly handled seafood collection at SA Live Seafood. We have retail outlets all over SA, one in the Adelaide Central Market, Golden Grove, Glenunga and Burnside Village which allow us to offer a huge variety of fine seafood, poultry and game to the community. Apart from sustainably fished South Australian varieties of fish they also source fish from other places in Australia,  but I was also very pleased to see salmon from New Zealand (King salmon) on the menu. I live in Melbourne and have been buying this salmon at the Queen Victoria Market. Tasmanian salmon has been off my menu for many years; their farmed salmon industry has attracted significant criticism for its continued expansion and alleged environmental impact. Naturally, the dine-in menu changes constantly too, but you should always be able to get dry-aged sashimi and fish and chips (with “Heston-style” hand-cut potatoes and Coopers beer batter).

Over 75% of seafood consumed in Australia is imported from overseas. As an added pleasure, they have a wine licence – so we paired our meal with some new to me, South Australian wines. In Victoria we don’t have access to many wines from the less known regions and wineries from South Australia, so I feel very pleased to have the opportunity to try new wines. The personnel is very well informative and happy to share information and to tase the wine.