In a fish shop, everything revolves around freshness, quality and speed. Customers pick up a portion of kibbeling for the road, take a fried fish fillet home or order a complete meal with chips and sauce.

That calls for packaging that is practical, sturdy and ensures every order is handed over neatly. But which types of packaging are essential for a fish shop? In this blog, we list them for you.

Which trays should you use for kibbeling and fried fish?

For hot fish dishes such as kibbeling, fried fish fillets and prawns, snack trays and fish trays are a good starting point. They are easy to use and allow you to serve or pack fish neatly.

When choosing a tray, pay close attention to the size of your portions. If the tray is too small, the contents can quickly become cramped, while a small portion in an oversized tray may look less appealing. With the right size, every order looks neat and well presented.

When should you choose wrapping sheets or snack bags?

Not every order needs to be packed in a tray. For herring, a single fried fish fillet or a smaller portion of fish, wrapping sheets and snack bags are often a practical choice.

Grease-resistant wrapping sheets help prevent grease and moisture from soaking through the paper. Snack bags are especially convenient when you want to pack and hand over orders quickly. This can make a real difference during busy periods at the counter.

Which sauce cups are suitable for fish dishes?

For many customers, kibbeling and other fried fish dishes would not be complete without a sauce. Think of ravigote sauce, remoulade, garlic sauce or cocktail sauce.

Serving the sauce separately helps keep the fish crispy for longer and allows customers to decide how much sauce they want to use. For takeaway orders, choose a sauce cup with a properly fitting lid. This keeps the sauce inside the cup rather than at the bottom of the bag.

Sauce cups are available in different materials and sizes, allowing you to match the capacity to the portion and type of sauce you serve.

How do you package larger portions of kibbeling or fish?

Do you regularly sell larger portions of kibbeling or other fish dishes for sharing? Food buckets are a practical option. Their taller shape keeps the contents together and makes the order easy for customers to carry.

Food buckets are available in different sizes. This makes them suitable for an order for two people as well as larger orders for families or groups..

Which paper bags are useful for a fish shop?

Many customers take their order home or eat it while they are out and about. A sturdy paper carrier bag makes it easy to keep trays, sauces and napkins together.

Paper carrier bags are available in various sizes. A compact bag is often sufficient for a small order, while several meals require a larger size. You can also choose from different colours and styles, such as kraft, white or a custom-printed version.

This allows you to choose a bag that suits not only the order, but also the look and feel of your fish shop.

Which napkins and snack forks do you need?

Napkins are practically essential with a portion of kibbeling or fried fish, especially when customers eat their order outside or on the go.

Snack forks and food picks are also useful to include. They may be small items, but they allow customers to eat their order straight away without needing to bring their own cutlery.

Keeping napkins and snack forks in a fixed place near the serving area also helps your team work quickly during busy periods.

Which packaging should you use for fresh and chilled fish?

In addition to hot fish dishes, fish shops often sell fresh fish, smoked fish, salads and other chilled products. These products have different packaging requirements.

For chilled and moist products, it is important to choose packaging that closes securely and is resistant to moisture. Transparent packaging can be useful when you want the contents to remain clearly visible. This allows customers to immediately see what is inside.

Again, make sure you choose the right size. This helps prevent products from moving around during transport and keeps the presentation neat.

Which hygiene products are useful in a fish shop?

Hygiene plays an important role in a fish shop every day. In addition to packaging, you therefore need various products to keep the workplace clean and comfortable.

Examples include disposable gloves, foil, cleaning rolls and waste bags. The exact products you use will depend on your activities and the layout of your shop.

By replenishing these everyday consumables on time, you can avoid running out during a busy working day.

How do you choose packaging that suits your product range?

Every fish shop is different. Some mainly sell fresh fish, while others focus more on kibbeling, fried fish and complete takeaway meals.

That is why you should consider not only the size of the packaging, but also the material and how the order will be handed over. Cardboard and sugarcane are suitable for many hot dishes. Plastic can be useful for products that are moist, need to close securely or should remain visible.

Also consider how long the order will be in transit. For food that is eaten straight away, a simple tray may be sufficient. If the order is being taken home, sturdiness and secure closure become more important.

By choosing packaging that suits your dishes and the way you work, you make things easier for both your team and your customers.

Packaging for your fish shop

From snack trays abd wrapping sheets to sauce cups, food buckets, paper bags and napkins, TakeAware offers everything you need for your fish shop. 

Browse our range for fish shops and make sure you are prepared for every order.

Author: Manon Schram