Seafood lovers in Brisbane’s east won’t need to travel far to join in this year’s National Barramundi Day celebrations, with The Fish Factory Bistro in Morningside hosting a special three-day event.
From 17 to 19 October, the local favourite is serving up a taste of one of Australia’s most iconic fish with “Barra for Days”, a celebration featuring barramundi meal specials, grilled barra tastings, and exclusive deals designed to showcase the flavour, freshness, and versatility of sustainably farmed Australian barramundi.
The event coincides with National Barramundi Day on Friday, 17 October, an annual celebration that highlights the cultural and culinary significance of the native fish. This year’s ambassadors, MasterChef contestants and real-life couple Sarah Todd and Declan Cleary, have created three new recipes — from zesty tacos to delicate en papillote — to help Australians discover just how simple and delicious cooking with barramundi can be at home.
“Barramundi is more than a fish — it’s a national icon,” says Declan Cleary. “I grew up fishing with my grandfather, and it’s a fish that’s always been part of my life — and part of Australia too.”
For locals, though, there’s no need to fire up the oven. The Fish Factory Bistro is one of more than 150 restaurants, cafés and pubs across Australia taking part in the nationwide celebration, giving Morningside residents a chance to enjoy the freshest barramundi prepared by professionals, right on their doorstep.
Sarah Todd says the day is about more than food — it’s about connection.
“National Barramundi Day is about celebrating food, culture and connection,” she says. “Barramundi is fresh, healthy and so simple to cook. It’s the kind of ingredient every Aussie can fall in love with.”
The Australian Barramundi Farmers Association (ABFA), which represents leading producers from Queensland, the Northern Territory and beyond, says the day is about more than food — it’s about connection, sustainability and celebrating a uniquely Australian product.
Whether you’re a long-time barra enthusiast or trying it for the first time, “Barra for Days” at The Fish Factory Bistro is the perfect opportunity to celebrate a beloved local fish in the heart of Morningside.
📍 The Fish Factory Bistro
363 Lytton Road, Morningside
🗓️ 17–19 October 2025
🔗 Fish Factory on Facebook
Published 14-Oct-2025
