Larrie's

Larrie’s is a Merewether takeaway and bottle shop built around familiar Australian beach food with a modern, coastal edge. The menu covers plenty of ground, from hot chips, potato scallops and burgers to tacos, pizza, seafood, salads, soft serve and milkshakes. There is also a selection of local brews and icy colas to take away, making it a practical stop for food and drinks in Newcastle.

The seafood range is a strong feature. Depending on what you feel like, you can choose natural or Kilpatrick oysters, Australian tiger prawns, grilled barramundi, BBQ squid, calamari, battered fish and chips, or fish tacos. The Beach Buns section adds several burger styles, including the Fish Burger, Beaches Fried Chicken, Smashed Cheese Burger and Classic Beef Burger, while the more elaborate Boujee Burgers include options such as Double Beef & Bacon, Aloha and Cajun Prawn. The menu also includes Larrie’s Snack Pack, corn ribs, Asian and Greek salads, and a range of pizzas such as Margherita, Ocean Bounty and The Buffalo Chicken.

For something sweet, soft serve is available in flavours including classic vanilla, salted caramel and milk chocolate, with optional toppings. Milkshakes and thickshakes round out the dessert and drink options. Weekly specials give the menu a regular rhythm, with offers including soft serve in the afternoon, burger night, taco night, a bonus item on orders over $30, and a family night featuring Little Larrikins meals. These deals are listed on the venue’s website and may be worth checking before ordering.

The name comes from “larrikin” — a mischievous, unconventional but likeable character — which reflects the venue’s playful identity. Larrie’s describes its food as a meeting point between nostalgic suburban milk-bar flavours and the coastal character of Merewether, using locally sourced produce and sustainably caught seafood. A playlist called “Larrie’s Tunes” is intended to keep you entertained while you wait. With kids’ meals, family packs, burger bundles and shareable seafood and snack options, it suits families and groups, while the takeaway format also works for a solo meal or an easy beachside feed.