The Fish & Chip Co is a South African takeaway chain serving fried hake, chips, Russians, calamari, buddy meals and family shares. This guide covers current Waterfall Mall delivery prices reviewed on 29 September 2026. Willows Crossing shows the same main meal prices and provides a useful cross-check.
Branch and delivery prices can differ. Regional examples are clearly labelled and should not be applied to Waterfall Mall automatically. Confirm the live store, food subtotal and fees before paying.
Fish & Chip Co price overview
| Section | Reviewed range |
|---|---|
| Value meals | R52.90-R130.90 |
| Double-up meals | R86.90-R108.90 |
| Buddy meals | R181.90-R246.90 |
| Family meals | R275.90-R420.90 |
| Extras | R12.90-R23.90 |
| Regional calamari | R59.90-R109.90 |
A one-person meal begins at R52.90. Two-person combinations start at R86.90, while buddy meals provide more food from R181.90. Family meals with four hake portions and 1.2kg chips begin at R275.90.
Waterfall value meals prices
| Item | Delivery price |
|---|---|
| Russian & Chip Roll | R52.90 |
| Small Russian & Mini Chips 200g | R52.90 |
| Small Hake & Mini Chips 200g | R62.90 |
| Footlong Russian & Small Chips 320g | R100.90 |
| Medium Hake & Small Chips 320g | R105.90 |
| Snoek & Small Chips 320g | R108.90 |
| Large Hake & Small Chips 320g | R130.90 |
Russian and Chip Roll or Small Russian with Mini Chips are the lowest-priced meals. Small Hake with Mini Chips costs R10 more and provides fish instead of sausage. Larger hake and snoek combinations cost more because of fish size and portion specification.
The listed gram amount generally refers to chips or the meal specification used by the branch. Check the product description before comparing. A footlong Russian meal is filling but very different from hake, so protein preference should decide.
Waterfall double up prices
| Item | Delivery price |
|---|---|
| 2 Small Russians & Small Chips 320g | R86.90 |
| Small Russian, Small Hake & Small Chips 320g | R97.90 |
| 2 Small Hake & Small Chips 320g | R108.90 |
Double-up meals suit a large appetite or two light eaters. Two Russians cost R86.90, the mixed fish-and-Russian meal R97.90 and two hake R108.90. The R22 spread makes the protein mix the main decision.
All three use small chips in the reviewed listing. Two diners may want a second side, but add it only after judging the 320g portion. A mixed meal provides variety without buying two full meals.
Waterfall buddy meals prices
| Item | Delivery price |
|---|---|
| Value Buddie: 2 hake, 2 small Russians, medium chips | R181.90 |
| Mad Buddie: 2 hake, 2 large Russians, medium chips | R198.90 |
| Big Buddie: 2 hake, 2 footlong Russians, medium chips | R246.90 |
Value Buddie combines two hake and two small Russians. Mad Buddie replaces those sausages with large Russians, while Big Buddie uses footlong Russians. Every version includes medium chips.
Divide the price by two for a simple per-person estimate: about R90.95, R99.45 or R123.45 before fees. The meal suits two people who both eat fish and sausage. Separate orders are better for different preferences.
Waterfall family meals prices
| Item | Delivery price |
|---|---|
| Value Share: 4 hake, village chips 1.2kg | R275.90 |
| Village Share: 4 hake, 4 small Russians, 4 rolls, village chips | R392.90 |
| Issabig Share: 4 hake, 4 large Russians, village chips | R420.90 |
Value Share is the fish-focused family option with four small hake and 1.2kg chips. Village Share adds four small Russians and four rolls. Issabig replaces those with large Russians and omits rolls in the reviewed description.
Value Share works out to about R68.98 per person for four. Village Share is about R98.23 and Issabig about R105.23. These divisions assume equal appetites and do not include drinks or delivery fees.
Waterfall extras prices
| Item | Delivery price |
|---|---|
| Portuguese Roll | R12.90 |
| Atchar | R14.90 |
| Prego Sauce | R14.90 |
| Chillinaise | R14.90 |
| Fish Cake | R18.90 |
| Onion Rings | R23.90 |
A roll is the lowest extra. Atchar, prego sauce and chillinaise cost R14.90 each, fish cake R18.90 and onion rings R23.90. Small additions can materially change a low-cost meal.
Choose atchar for tang and spice, prego for savoury heat and chillinaise for creamy chilli. Ask about allergens and keep sauces separate during delivery. One roll per diner is enough for a family share that already contains bread.
Regional standalone items prices
| Item | Delivery price |
|---|---|
| Small Hake, Brooklyn reference | R37.90 |
| Mini Chips 200g, Parkdene | R36.90 |
| Small Chips 320g, Parkdene | R50.90 |
| Medium Chips 470g, Parkdene | R68.90 |
| Large Chips 750g, Parkdene | R101.90 |
| Village Chips 1.2kg, Parkdene | R134.90 |
| Half Calamari 125g, Kingsburgh | R59.90 |
| Full Calamari 250g, Kingsburgh | R109.90 |
Standalone fish, chips and calamari examples come from other named branches. They explain portion sizes but do not set Waterfall Mall prices. Parkdene lists chips from 200g to 1.2kg, while Kingsburgh lists calamari by weight.
Use the serving branch checkout for exact figures. A regional price difference can be large because of franchise decisions, local costs, promotions and delivery markups.
Choosing hake size
Small hake suits a light meal or family share. Medium and large fillets cost more and are better for a single diner who wants fish to be the centre of the plate. Compare the amount of chips included as well as the fish label.
Fish size can vary naturally. A menu category gives a useful expectation but not an exact shape. Ask whether the branch can grill fish if fried food is unsuitable; preparation options differ.
Hake versus snoek
Hake has a mild flavour and flaky texture. Snoek has a stronger South African identity and a different texture and bone profile. At Waterfall Mall, Snoek with Small Chips costs R108.90, only R3 more than Medium Hake.
Choose by flavour rather than the small price gap. Ask about bones and preparation. Children and cautious eaters should have fish checked carefully before eating, even when sold as a fillet.
Russians and sausage sizes
The menu uses small, large and footlong Russian sizes. Bigger does not only mean a longer sausage; the meal price and balance with chips also change. Value, Mad and Big Buddy meals make the size progression clear.
Ask what meat is used when pork, beef or religious dietary restrictions matter. Cheese Russians and jalapeño variants may be available at some branches, but current local availability should be confirmed.
Chip portion guide
Regional listings use mini 200g, small 320g, medium 470g, large 750g and village 1.2kg portions. This helps groups estimate quantity. The family share uses village chips, while buddy meals use medium chips.
A rough weight comparison is more useful than names such as large. Four people receiving 1.2kg share about 300g each before waste. Smaller children may eat less, while hungry adults may want more.
Meal near R60
Russian Roll, Small Russian with Mini Chips and Small Hake with Mini Chips all sit between R52.90 and R62.90. These are the most practical choices for a limited one-person budget.
Add a sauce only when needed. One R14.90 sauce moves the Small Hake meal to R77.80. Water or a drink at home keeps the purchased total lower. Delivery fees can still push the checkout above the planned amount.
Meal near R100
Double Russians cost R86.90, mixed fish and Russian R97.90, and Footlong Russian meal R100.90. These options provide more food or variety than the entry meals.
For one person, the mixed meal may produce leftovers. For two light eaters, it may be enough. Compare with two entry meals, which give more separate packaging and can make sharing clearer.
Two-person ordering
Value Buddie is designed around two hake, two Russians and medium chips. It is the clearest two-person complete order. Mad and Big versions increase sausage size without changing fish count or chip size.
If one diner does not eat sausage, two hake with chips at R108.90 may be a better base, with another fish or side added. A purpose-built buddy meal only offers value when both people want every component.
Family ordering
Value Share provides four fish portions and a large chip quantity without sausage or bread. It suits a fish-focused family. Village and Issabig provide more variety and can feed larger appetites.
Count adults and children, then decide whether four hake portions are enough. Add rolls, fish cakes or salad only after checking the base meal. A 2-litre drink may be cheaper than individual cans where available.
Ordering for children
Small hake and mini chips is a simple child-sized starting point, but portion needs vary. Fish cakes, rolls and small chips can also create a smaller meal. Avoid very hot sauces and check fish for bones.
Fried food can be extremely hot inside. Let it cool and cut it into safe pieces. Ask about shared fryers and ingredients for allergies. A fruit drink or water may be preferable to an energy drink.
Calamari ordering
Regional examples list 125g and 250g calamari portions. The full portion costs less per gram than two half portions at the Kingsburgh prices. Availability and pricing at Waterfall Mall require confirmation.
Calamari texture deteriorates during a long delivery and can become chewy. Eat it promptly. Shellfish or mollusc allergies require direct branch guidance, including shared fryer questions.
Fish cakes and extras
Fish Cake at R18.90 can supplement a small meal without buying another fillet. Onion rings offer a non-fish fried side. Rolls help divide a family meal or create a fish sandwich.
Extras are easy to over-order. Four rolls and four sauces add more than R100. Choose shared sauces and count the rolls already included in Village Share before adding them.
Sauce choices
Atchar adds acidic spice, prego provides a cooked chilli flavour and chillinaise combines chilli with a creamy base. Tartar-style sauce may appear with seafood at some branches.
Keep sauce containers closed until serving. Dairy, egg or other allergens can appear in creamy sauces. A medical allergy needs confirmation from the exact kitchen, not assumptions from the sauce name.
Delivery versus collection
Delivery is convenient for family meals but chips and batter soften during travel. Collection gives more control over pickup time and may cost less. Arrive when the order is ready rather than leaving it under a warmer.
For delivery, choose the nearest branch, watch tracking and meet the driver promptly. Keep cold drinks separate from hot food. Confirm all bags before the handover ends.
Keeping fish crisp
Steam is the main enemy of crisp batter and chips. Open packaging briefly after arrival if condensation has built up, taking care to keep the food warm. Serve on plates rather than leaving everything in a crowded box.
Do not cover hot fried food tightly for long. If reheating, use an oven or air fryer when appropriate rather than adding more oil. Follow safe temperature guidance for leftover fish.
Food safety
Fish and calamari should not remain warm for a long period. Refrigerate leftovers promptly in clean containers. Reheat until properly hot and avoid reheating the same portion several times.
Discard food with an uncertain temperature history, unusual smell or texture. Keep sauces refrigerated when required. Children, older adults and pregnant diners need particular care with seafood leftovers.
Allergy questions
Fish & Chip Co kitchens handle fish, molluscs, wheat, egg and dairy, often in shared frying equipment. A fish meal can contain batter ingredients, and sauces may contain egg or dairy. Rolls contain gluten unless confirmed otherwise.
Contact the serving branch for serious allergies. Delivery notes may not be enough. Ask about ingredients, oil and cross-contact before placing the order.
Branch price differences
Waterfall Mall and Willows Crossing show matching headline meals, but other regions can be much cheaper or use promotions. Kingsburgh listings, for example, show lower family figures. Promotional pricing can also distort a comparison.
Compare products within the same branch and channel. Do not treat a screenshot from another province as a price promise. The checkout for the selected address is the final reference.
Ways to spend less
Choose Small Hake with Mini Chips for a simple fish meal. Use Double Up or Buddy meals only when every component is wanted. Value Share gives the lowest cost per person among the Waterfall family options.
Skip individual drinks when a household already has beverages. Share one sauce. Compare collection with delivery after fees. Avoid ordering extra chips until the included weight is clear.
Checking the order
Count fish pieces, Russians, rolls, chip boxes, sauces and drinks before distributing food. Family shares have several similar items and are easy to miscount. Check that the correct sausage size was supplied for Mad or Big Buddy.
Photograph missing items and report them promptly. For collection, inspect the bags before leaving. Keep the receipt until any refund or replacement is complete.
Frequently asked questions
At Waterfall Mall, Small Hake with Mini Chips costs R62.90, Medium Hake with Small Chips R105.90 and Large Hake meal R130.90. Value Buddy costs R181.90 and Value Share R275.90.
Village Share costs R392.90 and Issabig Share R420.90. Extras cost R12.90-R23.90. Branch prices differ, so confirm the live store.
Final ordering advice
Select the correct branch and decide whether the meal is for one, two or four people. Compare fish count, Russian size and chip weight. Add sauces and rolls only after checking what is already included.
Review the final basket and fees. This Waterfall Mall snapshot gives a current planning guide, while the serving branch controls the final price and availability.
Understanding value by portion
A low total does not always mean the lowest price per person. Value Share costs R275.90 and includes four hake portions, while two Value Buddy meals cost R363.80 and add four Russians with less total chips.
Choose Value Share for a fish-focused group and Buddy meals when sausages matter. The right value depends on what will be eaten, not only the number of components written in the description.
Planning an office lunch
Collect orders before checkout and use exact item names. Small Hake with Mini Chips and Medium Hake with Small Chips sound similar but differ greatly in price. Label sauces and special requests.
One large family order can be easier to deliver, but individual meals simplify distribution and dietary tracking. Schedule ahead during lunch rush and have someone ready at reception.
Comparing the three buddy meals
Value Buddy and Mad Buddy differ by R17, while Big Buddy is R48 above Mad. Every option keeps two hake and medium chips; the sausage size changes. This makes the comparison easier than meals where every component changes.
Choose Value for ordinary appetites, Mad when larger Russians are wanted and Big when the footlong size is the main attraction. Two diners who care more about fish than sausage should consider two-hake Double Up and add a side only if required.
Comparing the family shares
Value Share is R117 below Village Share and R145 below Issabig. Village adds four small Russians and four rolls. Issabig adds four large Russians but the reviewed description does not include rolls.
A family that already has bread or vegetables at home may find Value Share sufficient. A group wanting fish and sausage variety can justify Village or Issabig. Divide the added price by four to see the extra cost per diner before choosing.
Adding drinks to a family meal
Drinks were not fully listed in the primary Waterfall price set, so check the current branch before calculating the total. Individual cans often cost more for four people than a large bottle, but a family bottle may not suit everyone.
Water at home is the lowest-cost option for delivery. At collection, check whether a current meal promotion includes a drink. Do not add four individual drinks automatically when the selected bundle already includes a beverage.
Salt, seasoning and sauces
Fish and chips can arrive heavily seasoned, lightly seasoned or with salt packed separately. Request lighter salt when needed, especially for children or diners limiting sodium. Add vinegar only when ready to eat because it softens batter and chips.
Use sauces sparingly during delivery. Prego and chillinaise add flavour but can hide the taste of fish. One shared container may be enough for two people. Keep unopened sauce portions refrigerated according to their packaging.
Choosing grilled or fried fish
The core menu focuses on fried fish, but some branches may offer grilled preparation. Grilled fish avoids batter and can feel lighter, while fried fish provides the classic crisp coating. Price and availability may differ.
Ask whether grilled fish uses butter, seasoning or a shared surface. It may still contain allergens or added fat. A grilled option also travels differently and can dry out if delivery is delayed, so eat it promptly.
Portioning a family meal
Place all fish and sausages on separate serving plates, then divide chips into bowls or plates. This lets everyone see the available quantity and helps children receive suitable portions. Keep sauces on the side rather than coating the whole meal.
Serve a smaller first portion and allow seconds. This reduces waste and keeps untouched leftovers easier to refrigerate. Count rolls before distributing them so every diner receives one when the meal includes four.
What to do if an item is unavailable
If snoek, calamari or a particular Russian is unavailable, compare the replacement's portion and price before accepting it. A different fish or smaller sausage is not an equal substitute merely because it fits the same meal category.
For delivery, the app may issue a refund or ask the branch to replace the item. Keep notifications on and answer promptly. For collection, confirm substitutions before travelling so the order remains suitable for the group.
A quick checkout checklist
Verify branch, meal name, fish count, sausage size, chip weight, rolls, sauces and drinks. Check quantities carefully because one accidental extra family meal creates a large charge. Review service and delivery fees after discounts.
Save the order confirmation until the meal is checked. On arrival, match the bags to the receipt before serving. A two-minute check is easier than resolving a missing fish portion after everyone has started eating.
Choosing the simplest order
When the full menu feels confusing, begin with the number of diners. One person can choose Small Hake and Mini Chips. Two people can compare Double Up with Value Buddy. Four people can begin with Value Share and add only the extras they genuinely need.
This method avoids paying for unwanted Russians, rolls or oversized chips. Select sauces last, check the final quantity and stop once each diner has a suitable fish or sausage portion plus enough chips. Simple baskets are also easier for the branch to pack correctly.
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