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Scales Seafoods Tweed Heads

47 Kennedy Dr, Tweed Heads NSW 2485, Australia

Recommended by 64 people

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Find Scales Seafoods Tweed Heads

47 Kennedy Dr, Tweed Heads NSW 2485, Australia

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+61 7 5536 6937
HoursMonday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Scales Seafoods Tweed Heads

Pick your own fresh catch straight from the wet-market counter and have it fried to order—hot, crisp, and drained clean. Locals bypass the standard fryer packs to haul parcels of battered flake, crumbed oysters, and thick chips across the road, setting up lunch on the Tweed River turf. Staff will even clean and portion live mud crabs for home cooks, packing them on ice with clear cooking tips.

  • Market counter to fryer: Choose fresh fillets, prawns, or oysters directly from the wet counter to be custom-cooked on the spot.
  • Tweed River picnic spot: Pick up warm parcels and take them directly across Kennedy Drive to the riverfront park benches.
  • Custom crab butchery: The counter crew cleans, sections, and provides cooking guidance for fresh mud crabs.
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What's On at Scales Seafoods Tweed Heads

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Why Diners Choose Scales Seafoods Tweed Heads

Fresh-caught market selection, waterside park dining, and genuine hospitality along the Tweed River.

  • Custom Cooked Straight from the Market Case

    Select whole or filleted fresh catches directly from the market counter and have the kitchen cook them to order your preferred way.

    Loved picking what we wanted and then having it cooked the way we like.

    Michael Williams

  • Full-Service Butchery and Preparation Guidance

    Get specialized counter service for live and whole raw seafood, complete with expert cleaning, butchering, and personalized cooking advice.

    They even cleaned and cut it up for us, which made preparation so easy.

    Casey on the Coast

  • Riverfront Dining in Tweed River Parkland

    Enjoy fresh takeaway right across the road at riverside picnic tables overlooking the Tweed River.

    Enjoy your fish at a lovely park across the road overlooking the water.

    K M

  • Scenic Outdoor Picnic Destination

    Take advantage of a relaxed waterside setup with convenient park benches and nearby public facilities for outdoor seafood meals.

    Fantastic location with nice views. Beautiful park near by the fish shop.

    ASHMAN

  • Clean, Non-Greasy Crisp Quality

    Savor freshly cooked seafood fried with care so the batter stays light and crisp without any heavy, greasy feeling.

    I like the fact they drain your food well so it's not oily and doesn't make you feel sick.

    Michelle Anderson

  • Warm, Above-and-Beyond Customer Care

    Experience genuinely thoughtful hospitality where the crew actively goes out of their way to care for every customer.

    The staff came out and cooked me a new order it was not their fault I just was not as good at juggling as I thought.

    Elizabeth Smith

Fresh market catches cooked to order and local seafood favorites

  • fish and chips

    I had the Best fish and chips i have had in ten years, friendly, clean and amazing service.

    Ivan Ordonez

  • calamari

    We had a mixture of fresh cold seafood, chips and calamari, and everything was unreal.

    Daniel Rutten

  • mud crab

    The mud crab was incredibly fresh and absolutely delicious.

    Casey on the Coast

  • King Prawn cutlet

    King Prawn cutlet is amazing.

    Michelle Anderson

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and market-style counter services that elevate a classic takeaway visit.

  • Custom Display-to-Fryer Cooking

    Select any raw fish or seafood from the wet market display counter and have the kitchen cook it on the spot to your exact preference.

  • Bespoke Mud Crab Butchery & Guidance

    Counter staff clean, break down, and cut up raw whole mud crabs for you, accompanied by personalized cooking instructions for home preparation.

  • No-Fault Meal Remakes

    When accidental drops or delays occur outside, staff step in to remake entire orders fresh without charging replacement costs.

  • Thorough Oil Draining for Park Dining

    Kitchen staff deliberately drain fried seafood thoroughly, ensuring crisp batter that stays crunchy across the road at Tweed River picnic tables without feeling oily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you choose fresh seafood from the counter to be cooked?

You can select raw fish and seafood directly from the fresh counter display and have it cooked to order on the spot.

Where can you sit and eat your meal?

Customers frequently take their takeaway meals across the street to eat at the picnic tables and open green spaces in the park overlooking the Tweed River, though some outside seating is also available by the shop.

Should you expect a queue or wait time?

Scales is popular with locals and visitors, so queues can form during busy periods. However, service is well-staffed and meals are typically prepared promptly, with waits around 15 to 20 minutes reported during peak times.

What is the parking situation?

Street and lot parking options are available in the surrounding area, though spots nearby can be difficult to find at peak times.

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