Now Open: Beachside Beauty Pipi's Kiosk Pops Up in Fitzroy, Bringing its Signature Seafood Service to the North for the Summer

This Just in: Beachside beauty Pipi's Kiosk is setting up a second outpost this summer; however, it's not sticking around for long. Open now until the end of February, Pipi's North is bringing the team's signature seafood offering all the way to Fitzroy.

Pipi's Kiosk is a hidden gem along Melbourne's generally underutilised foreshore. The picturesque restaurant, which sits unassumingly on the Albert Park waterfront adjacent to Kerferd Road Pier, is changing the way Melburnians perceive seaside dining — for the better. Self-described as a contemporary Australian Kiosk, the refined beachside diner is the work of co-owners Jordan Clay and Tom Hunter, both with decades of hospitality experience.

Now Hunter (Director and Head Sommelier) and Clay (Executive Chef) will take over the former Alta Trattoria site on Brunswick Street, bringing a taste of the seaside to the North. Inspired by the sun-soaked tapas bars of the Basque Coast, the relaxed space will serve snacky bites made for easygoing sharing.

Pipi's Kiosk Head Chef will join the pop-up, bringing with him his sensible approach to sustainable Australian seafood. The seafood-focused sharing menu features a few of Pipi's favourites, including the flatbread and salt-and-pepper squid. You'll also find moreish mouthfuls, such as mini crab crumpets, prawn tempura, and swordfish belly skewers, alongside more substantial offerings, such as a fresh seafood tower.

While seafood may take centre stage, drinks are certainly no afterthought. Hunter has curated a concise, approachable list of small-batch Australian producers. Don't miss the Salty Sips special, which includes 30ml samples of coastal-inspired delights such as Laphroaig and oyster shots, tomato leaf spirit, and Pipi's Seaside Salad Gin with Fino sherry.

Head to the pop-up for its Half Shucked Happy Hour, available from 4 to 6pm daily, featuring $4 oysters, $16 Melbourne Bitter long necks, and $50 half bottles of wine. "We're looking to bring some seaside vibes north of the river over summertime – hot nights, cold drinks and lots of fresh seafood. Pipis North is relaxed, fun and very much about popping in for a drink and a bite – whether that's a quick skewer and oyster or settling in for the night."

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Pipi's North will run from Saturday, January 17, until the end of February. It will be open from Wednesday to Friday from 4pm until late, and from Midday on the weekends. Check out the best seafood restaurants in Melbourne while the sun is still shining.

Published on January 23, 2026 by Jade Solomon

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