Have I ever mentioned that I love reader recommendations? I probably have and one of my readers that has taken the time out to recommend to me a few places is Wayfarer. I jot the recommendations down in my Moleskine and I do try to get to as many as possible-when timing, friends and budgets permit. Fine Fish was one of those places that shouldn’t have taken me long to get to. In neighbouring Neutral Bay, it is a mere 10 minute drive away and I do love a good fish and chips.
One Friday night Mr NQN and I find ourselves standing in front of the Fish Counter (the restaurant is upstairs). There are specials updated daily on the website so I know what’s on offer but I have a hankering for good old fashioned fish and chips and a grilled salmon burger. Making my order at the counter we sit back and wait for the kitchen to cook our food. The staff are busy as they also cook the food for the restaurant upstairs and I take the chance to walk around and see what else in on offer. In the freezer there are all manner of items from fish stock, Canadian lobster tails, scallops, Balmain bug tail meat etc and on the shelves there are dips and sauces as well as tins of Petrossian Caviar on display. In the front counter are super fresh looking pieces of fish that you can get them to cook for you for the price of the fish plus $2 per 100g and I’m interested to see Patagonian Toothfish (Chilean Seabass).
Patagoanian Toothfish, called “The White Gold of the Southern Ocean” was a fish that was aggressively hunted in the 1980s which ended up threatening the species. It’s said to be a very richly flavoured fish which goes well with lighter Asian flavours (as opposed to rich French style butter based sauces). The owner is friendly and chats easily about his produce.
Salmon Burger $9.95
Our number is called and I collect our goodies. I try the salmon burger and it is delicious with a nice fresh bun and salad. Full of just salmon and herbs and without filler it tastes like a grilled salmon fillet on a burger.
Fish and Chips $9.95
I open up our fish and chips and there is a large piece of fish and golden chips. The tartare is fantastic and before long I’ve finished the container we’ve been given so we buy a bigger tub for $3.50. The fish is good although it possibly isn’t quite as juicy as I’ve had but the chips are good and the whole thing is downed quickly with the delicious tartare.
And if you have any other reader recommendations for places to eat at or things to try, please feel free to leave them as a comment! 
Finefish
75 Grosvenor Lane, Neutral Bay NSW
(rear of 188 Military Road)
Telephone: (02) 9908 4448
Finefish counter & takeaway
Monday – Saturday: 10am – 8pm
Finefish restaurant
Lunch Tuesday – Friday: 12pm-3pm
Dinner Monday – Saturday: 5.30pm-9pm
http://finefish.com.au
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They have salmon burgers? Why wasn’t I ever informed?
And you are correct. Every hero is based on Ben, each in a different way.
We’d love to taste some authentic fish and chips. Great inexpensive meal.
Wow you must have so many places jotted down in your moleskin! The salmon burger looks tasty, and it’s good it doesn’t have filler. Pity the fish wasn’t super juicy, but the skin looks so crunchy, it reminds me of watching Heston Blumenthal making his perfect fish and chips
-Talking about reader recommendations… you absolutely HAVE to take a trip to the lower Blue Mountains and visit Restaurant Como in Blaxland. It has amazing contemporary food, fabulous service and we always feel like we’re VIP’s whenever we visit. It’s an absolute must for all foodies!
I’m craving fush n chups now! why must I be stuck at work! wahhh =( hehe
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I wish I lived in your area! that salmon burger is calling my name…
I’m in desperate need of recommendations of good restaurants in my area! I keep getting misses!
The salmon burger looks so good. And the fish looks so crispy, luckily it was saved by the tartare sauce!
Note to myself: Salmon burger, a must try. Neutral Bay, not far from where I live. Reader recommendation: Chez Maurice et Linda at Balgowlah. Classic bistro style French cuisine. Won’t break your bank. 3 course set meal for $60. Deco nothing to shout about, old (60-70s) and dreadful but fantastic classic french food. Maurice is the chef and Linda, his Malaysian wife serves the tables. Don’t expect excellent service. Go there for the food. Need to call in advance for weekends booking. Very popular among locals.
Never tried salmon burgers before-looks yummy
Looks yum, it’s great when you find a good fish place as the bad ones are so so so bad!
It is a beautiful place and the food looks fantastic! Now I want fish and chips and a salmon burger! Lucky you to have found such a great place only 10 minutes away!
The tartare must have been good to go back for a new tub! Sounds like it was much better quality than ordinary fish and chips.
It’s nice that the owner was friendly. What did he say about the toothfish?
My favourite place to eat is at Tan Viet in Cabramatta (John St). They have the famous “Criskin” Chicken. It is so yummy and so cheap too
Quite close to where I live so I’ll definitely have to drop by here.
Have heard of Toothfish before though never tried it.
I went here tonight on your rec. It was excellent, thank you very much!
Oohhh the salmon burger looks great and I love crispy batter on fish n chips
Hi Blond Duck-Haha I don’t know! But htey were great
Ahhh cool, and that’s the way it should be!
Hi The Duo Dishes-Yes it was and such a nice intro to the weekend too
Hi Steph-I do!
Yes it was like eating a fillet and you can always taste filler can’t you, especially in a fish burger.
Ooh I would have loved to have seen that!
Hi Kirgibg-Cool, thankyou so much! I love going to the BMountains
Hi Iron Chef Shellie -Oh no, on a Saturday too! You poor thing!
Hi Sophia-Yes it was very good indeed. I could for another one for lunch today! Aww no, are there any bloggers in your area?
Hi Betty-Oh yes that tartare is amazing!
Hi Ellie-Interesting, thanks for the rec! There’s always a certain charm about a place that serves great food in an
inauspicious setting!
Hi Sweta-It was delicious and very recommended if you have the chance
Hi Gab*-I know, bad fish and chips is a terrible thing indeed!
Hi Jamie-I know, I was so happy about that! It’s always good to have somewhere local that’s easy and quick
Hi Arwen-It was! I said to hubby, PLEASE get me another tub! I can’t finish this without it! He explained about how it was better with Asian flavours than French flavours
Hi Amystar-Oooh Criskin chicken sounds fantastic, thankyou!
Hi Bill-Excellent! You can buy it there and they’ll cook it for you
Hi Mike-Fantastic! So glad that you liked it
Hi foodie-central-It was great! So happy I don’t have to travel far to get good fish and chips
Another great seafood place to recommend is “The Sardine Room” at Potts Point. Awesome seafood dishes (especially the squid ink linguine with crab, asparagus and salmon roe), great service (owner sits down and goes through everything on the menu with you) and lovely value for what you get
Glad you enjoyed the recommendation, I’m a sucker for their smoked salmon dip…to the point where I can’t drive through Neutral Bay without picking up a tub.
It’s nice to deal with people that are enthusiastic about their product, I was a regular when I lived in Neutral Bay – thankfully the parent company Martin Seafood has started doing retail trade from their wholesale site in Balmain which is closer to me now.
Hi Daxiuyi-Yes I’ve been to the Sardine Room (and blogged about it)!
Hi Wayfarer-Thanks for the recommendation! I didn’t get a chance to try that (I forgot actually) but will give it a try. They do take their seafood seriously and are happy to talk about it which is really nice. Good to know that you don’t have to travel very far for your fish fix!
Mmmmmmm fish & chips.
I’m so jealous that you have this nice place in your neighbourhood!
Hi Yas-Hehe and I’m so silly for waiting so long to get here!
oh i do crave a good fish and chips every monday evening strange enough. been dying to cross the bridge for ryo’s noodles or to check out this place but haven’t got around to getting an e-tag! i should really get one..i miss food across the bridge
yum yum yum! I love fish and chips!
I have a sudden craving for crispy fish and chips now!
Whilst you’re in Neutral Bay, have you tried the little cafe Thelma and Louise? I went there last weekend and even though it was raining it was completely packed! Another one for your moleskin?
Hi Mei-Ah interesting! Every Monday evening? Oh yes a few visits across the bridge are definitely a good idea for some good food
Hi ArtemisIII-hehe cool! Me too
Hi Carolyn-Hehe cool!
I haven’t seen that place but it’s closeby. Definitely one for the Moleskine! 
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