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Fremantle, with its charming vintage vibe, is a place that begs to be captured on Instagram. During my second visit to Kailis Fishmarket Cafe, I discovered some noteworthy aspects that are worth sharing. First and foremost, making a reservation beforehand is advisable, as the lunchtime rush can be quite crowded. If you prefer a more relaxed dining experience, arriving after 2pm for a walk-in might be a better option. To my surprise, even as someone who generally dislikes fresh oysters, I found the ones at Kailis Fishmarket Cafe to be exceptionally fresh. The initial taste was sweet, buttery, and reminiscent of the sea. However, the aftertaste had a slightly fishy quality to it, which might not be to everyone's liking. The service provided by the staff was delightful and friendly, adding to the overall positive experience. I particularly relished their grilled lobsters and prawns, which were flavorful and succulent. The grilled fish skewers also impressed with their tastiness and freshness. On the other hand, I tried their salmon sashimi, and while it was fresh, it didn't quite meet the standards of traditional Japanese-style sashimi. The slicing technique fell short of the precision found in authentic Japanese preparations. Not to be overlooked, their fish & chips were simply delicious, satisfying cravings for a classic seafood delight. Without a doubt, Kailis Fishmarket Cafe has become my favorite dining spot in Fremantle. Their fresh seafood offerings, particularly the grilled lobsters, prawns, and fish skewers, left a lasting impression. Although the salmon sashimi didn't quite match Japanese standards, it was still enjoyable. Don't miss the chance to indulge in their delightful fish & chips. Highly recommended for a memorable dining experience while exploring the vintage charm of Fremantle!
Kim Jun HongKim Jun Hong
20
Very popular seafood restaurant. They have limited indoor seating and when the weather is bad (like when I wad there), we had some problem finding seats . Warning : Their fish and chips and Platter Tray comes with Lots of Chips. We tried their Seafood platter, which comes with white fish, prawns, scallop ,Calamari, chilli mussels and fresh salads. A good choice if you dont know what to order. Overall, their deep fried seafood was not bad. But can't say it was something to crave for. The seafood chowdar in a bread roll was quite interesting. Lots of clam and cream in the chowder and the top is toasted as a garlic bread. I liked their sashimi salmon. Presentation (for a sashimi dish) was ib my opinion very poor, but the fish was fresh and firm. I loved their grilled scallops and garlic fried prawns. I think they are must try. Overall, a nice decent place to get your seafood fix, and i guess if weather permits, a great outdoor seating space to watch the fishing boats and seagulls as you enjoy your meal and wine.
John ChongJohn Chong
00
Have been going to this place in the past years a lot but since 2019 has been going less. Seen a few changes around the place including the price and the food. Specifically the family meal with 4 fish and chips has gone up and the type of chips is a thinner compared to previous. The increase in price is expected from inflation and maybe thr change of chips. The place also had some renovation a while back which would also change the prices. The fishes are still good probably still better than cicerellos and Joe's. Went here for dinner which had the dimmer lights which I am not fond of and should be much brighter. There are plenty of seats indoor if cold and outdoor for summer. There are a variety of ice cream flavours to choose from which is quiet nice. Overall good fish and chips restaurant. Plenty of parking around but tickets only and $2 gets about an hour.
ExtrosophExtrosoph
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We made our way to Fremantle after a long trek in the city. Stopped by this place for our late, late lunch. We were all ravenous by this point. The food arrived pretty quickly and we were glad we didn't have to wait long to tuck in. The food were delicious. A special shout out to the really good seafood chowder served in a crusty bread bowl - one of the best I have had so far. The seafood platter was good as well. I had especially liked the scallops. It was done so well and the texture was springy and light. I washed down all the good food with a refreshing glass of apple cider (made locally I think). One of the interesting part of dining here are the seagulls. If you are seated outside, they will flock down and settled themselves around your table and once you leave, they will lunge at the leftover food very aggressively.
gevsgevs
10
We ordered grilled fish and chips instead the normal fried fish. Also ordered one seafood chowder. The fish and chips was great. We were hoping that our stomach have additional space for the fried fish, so that we could order more! Maybe we could but because of the seafood chowder, we opt not too. Seafood chowder was great to me at least. My wife have some reservation about it, but she said not because of the taste, she probably dont like all food mush up together. But the ingredient inside the chowder is just alot and good. Above her expectation. We seated outside. One seagull managed to steal one of the fries from my wife hand. She was adjusting her hair when that happen with a fries on her finger. I found this fascinating while trying to protect my fries. Cant come here without enjoying the environment!
Anthony LiewAnthony Liew
00
My family always go to kailis every time we visit freo. We were quite happy with the fresh bbq seafood kailis used to serve. My kid likes your tender juicy bbq fish and chips. However, for today, my wife and my kid were very disappointed with the cooking. For my kid, bbq local snapper and chips($26). The fish was overcooked, dry out of all juices, Plus tasteless. Wife ordered Mixed grill plate($35) and half dozen of live oysters($18). The fish kebab was overcooked as well, extremely dry, plus no taste, basic salt missing. Cuttlefish was rubbery, prawns no taste. Slaw? Chopping skill was missing, need a spoon. With a total around $85 lunch for two people, today’s lunch was extremely under expectations. One star for the very good service people, very welcoming and nice.
xiaowei hu (Frank)xiaowei hu (Frank)
10
Nearby Attractions Of Kailis Fishmarket Cafe
Fremantle Markets
Little Creatures Brewery, Fremantle
WA Maritime Museum
Esplanade Park
WA Shipwrecks Museum
The Round House
Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour
E Shed Markets
Rottnest Express B Shed Ferry Terminal
SeaLink Rottnest Island

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Little Creatures Brewery, Fremantle
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WA Maritime Museum
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Esplanade Park
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Cicerello's Fremantle
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TheCray Seafood & Grill Restaurant Fremantle
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Emily Taylor Bar & Kitchen
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Basic Info
Address
46 Mews Rd, Fremantle WA 6160, Australia
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+61 8 9335 7755
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Website
kailisfremantle.com
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4.2
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Fish 'n' chips, seafood BBQ and imaginative gelato at a popular waterfront eatery open since 1928.
attractions: Fremantle Markets, Little Creatures Brewery, Fremantle, WA Maritime Museum, Esplanade Park, WA Shipwrecks Museum, The Round House, Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour, E Shed Markets, Rottnest Express B Shed Ferry Terminal, SeaLink Rottnest Island, restaurants: Cicerello's Fremantle, Emily Taylor Bar & Kitchen, Bathers Beach House, Sail and Anchor, Bread in Common, Tonic + Ginger, Gage Roads Freo Brewery, Moore & Moore Cafe, TheCray Seafood & Grill Restaurant Fremantle, Benny's Bar & Cafe
