Business owners cash in their chips

One of Queenstown's most popular hospo businesses has hit the market.

Erik’s Fish & Chips is on sale after almost a decade serving customers from its premises in Earl Street downtown, near Queenstown Bay.

Established by owners Anna and Erik Arndt, the outlet is thought to be the only 100% gluten-free fish and chip shop in the world. It also serves some unique dishes, including deep-fried kiwi fruit and deep-fried cheese rolls.

"It's time for us to retire," Anna says. "We've got six grandchildren and we want to spend time with them and just enjoy life.

"We've had a great run and it's been a fantastic business. We started back in December 2015, and must have served tens of thousands of portions over those nine-and-a-half years.

"Covid was tough, it was difficult for everyone wasn't it, but generally people just love fish and chips, so it's been successful.

"We've got a great spot near the beach and have always lived by our core values to enjoy the lifestyle and make sure our staff can too. If they want to ski in winter, we work the roster around that, so they can get in as much as possible.

"It pays back because they look after you in the long run."

 

The Arndts toured the country tasting the fish and chips to perfect their recipes before launching the business and it's paid off, creating a profitable operation.

Anna says the business is all set up for new owners to step in. It's currently fully managed but can also suit an owner-operator. Operating from kitchen and dining trailers opposite the Novotel Hotel, it has potential for expansion, such as more outlets, food trucks or franchising.

"We're just hoping to pass it on to someone who's passionate and wants to be part of the community, because it's a great community.

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