Michele and Robbie outside the Foreshore Café

A Little Fried to Operate the Foreshore Café Pod

The wait is nearly over, with Whyalla City Council pleased to announce local business A Little Fried as the preferred operator of the Foreshore Café Pod.

A Little Fried Owners Michele Dix and Robbie Rigg said they had been providing a service to the Whyalla community at several locations around the city and were now looking forward to further expanding their business.

“It’s exciting to have been given this opportunity - we can’t wait to open the beachside café and provide great food and service to the community and visitors,” Ms Dix said.

“We’ll be offering everyone’s favourite seaside café offerings – barista-made coffee; fish and chips; steak sandwiches; burgers; freshly made sandwiches, rolls and salads; cakes and ice-cream just to name a few!”

City of Whyalla Mayor Clare McLaughlin congratulated A Little Fried on being selected after numerous submissions were received throughout the tender process.

“We are really looking forward to seeing the Foreshore Café Pod doors open, with the community and visitors alike back enjoying food and beverages down at our stunning foreshore,” Mayor McLaughlin said.

Michele and Robbie are aiming to open the facility from 7am to 7pm seven days a week, with the capacity to open extended hours for peak times and events.

“As well as utilising our wonderful team of skilled staff who currently service our other businesses, we will also aim to employ new locals to join our team, including a fully qualified chef,” Ms Dix said.

Council will now work with A Little Fried to finalise and implement the fit-out of the pod, aiming to prioritise local tradespeople. Dependent on contractor availability, it’s anticipated the facility will be opened to the public in time for summer.

Council will continue to provide updates on the progress of the refurbishment over the coming months.