Words by Coco Chittleborough and Danika Zalac
Think seafood wholesalers are just for restaurants? Think again. From fresh South Australian catches and live seafood to bulk boxes of prawns and restaurant-quality fillets, there are plenty of Adelaide wholesalers opening their doors to the public. Whether you’re stocking up for a dinner party, getting ready for a Christmas feast, or simply looking to score fresher seafood at a better price and bring restaurant-quality catches to your weekly dinner rotation, here’s where to shop.
Atlanta Oysters & Seafood – Thebarton
Been around since 1989, Atlanta Oysters & Seafood’s mission is to provide Adelaide chefs with the finest and freshest seafood products. They source from all over Australia depending on seasonal changes and availability, with a focus on sustainability and ethical sourcing.
They have everything from trout, tuna, blue swimmer crabs and kingfish to sardines, prawns, lobster, salmon and, of course, oysters.
Where: 5 Ronald Street. Thebarton, SA 5031
When: Monday to Friday, 7am to 2pm, Saturday, 9am to 12pm
For more information, click here.
Kirkbright Seafood Co. – Unley
Kirkbright Seafood Co. is a family-owned business who have deep roots across South Australia’s Far West Coast, Eyre Peninsula and Yorke Peninsula. Their longstanding relationships with local fishermen and growers allow them to source fresh, high-quality and sustainable seafood, including crayfish, oysters and locally caught fish.
Where: 11 Duthy St, Unley SA 5061
When: Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 5:30pm, Saturday, 8:00am to 3:00pm
For more information, click here.
Mark Lee Fish Farm – Waterloo Corner
Forget paddock-to-plate; this is farm-to-plate seafood. Mark Lee Fish Farm oversees the full journey, from aquaculture and fish production at its Waterloo Corner facility through to processing, wholesale and direct-to-consumer sales under its Madam Seafood brand, giving Adelaide shoppers the chance to get closer to the source. The fish factory is particularly known for its South Australian Premium Barramundi, alongside a range of live seafood products. And with orders available through its website and social media channels, getting your hands on premium seafood has never been easier.
Where: 58 St Kilda Road, Waterloo Corner SA 5110
When: Monday to Sunday, 9am to 5pm
For more information, click here.
Parissos Seafood – Port Adelaide
Whether you’re planning a big seafood feast or simply want more than a supermarket-sized packet, Parissos Seafoods is worth a visit. The Port Adelaide wholesaler stocks everything from whole fish and oysters to prawns, crayfish, squid and other shellfish, with larger quantity boxes available for those looking to really stock up. And with an online shop offering pre-orders, you can browse the range and lock in your seafood before you even make the trip.
Where: Tuesday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm, and Saturday, 9am to 3pm
When: 68 Langham Place, Port Adelaide
For more information, click here.
Samtass Seafoods – Richmond
Samtass Seafoods is an Australian family-owned seafood processing and distribution business, supplying fresh and frozen seafood to customers across South Australia and beyond. Its Richmond retail store is open seven days a week, while its wholesale operation supplies restaurants, hotels and cafes throughout the state. The business works with fishermen from across Australia and also distributes seafood to wholesalers and retailers around the country. It also has a Seafood Lovers Club with more than 4,000 members, offering rewards with every purchase.
Where: 201-203 Richmond Rd, Richmond SA 5033
When: Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 6pm, Saturday, 7:30am to 4pm, Sunday, 10am to 4pm
For more information, click here.
The Fish Factory – Athol Park
Boasting what it describes as the ‘biggest range of seafood in the country’, The Fish Factory in Athol Park operates as both a seafood wholesaler and retailer, bringing in daily catches from favourite fish to live exports, all at wholesale prices – no minimum order required. The team can even clean and prepare your picks for you, making it easy to go from factory to plate, ASAP! Their range changes daily, but shoppers can typically expect everything from whole fish and fillets to prawns, oysters, squid, mussels, Southern Rock Lobster, King George Whiting and more.
Where: 248/250 Grand Jct Rd, Athol Park SA 5012, Australia
When: Monday to Saturday, 8 am to 5pm.
For more information, click here.
