- Anchor Restaurant – With an idyllic location on the shore of Herastrau Lake, Anchora is a landmark of the Bucharest marine cuisine. Driven by Chef Florin Ivan, the place offers fish and ultra-fresh seafood, cooked impeccably. Recommended preparation: the generous set of seafood at the stove, with calamari, octopus, Black Tiger shrimp and alioli sauce – perfect to split. Prices: ~ 80-150 lei main dish. The atmosphere is elegant, relaxed, with special evenings in which the cooks cook live the catch of the day on the grill, right in front of the guests – a memorable experience. An enthusiastic review summarizes perfectly: “Felt wonderful – pleasant atmosphere, excellent food (sea wolf and extremely good salmon) and irreproachable service.” Anchor manages to combine refinement with the spirit of a genuine kerhanal.
- Mesogios – A luxury restaurant in the north (Spring), considered by many as the seafood standard in Bucharest. Recognised by the Gault & Millau guide as the “best seafood and fish restaurant” in the city, Mesogios impresses through his fresh fish window, from which you can choose what to cook. Recommended preparation: Grilled, tender and flavoured octopus, served with garlic crushed potatoes. Prices: ~ 100-200 lei per person (fine dining experience). The service is careful and the Mediterranean menu – impeccable in its simplicity and flavor. “Fresh seafood, mostly grilled, without sophisticated recipes, based on the quality of ingredients” appreciated the reputable critic George Butunoiu. A client adds: “The presentation on the ice bed allows you to choose what you want and how you want to cook, and the service is excellent. Certainly a place to return for quality seafood ‘- warm recommendation from a happy guest.
- The Fish Rayon – Located in the Dorobenti / Floreasca area, this urban bistro was born from a gourmet fishery and offers a premium cassual experience. Fish Ray boasts creative dishes, from mussels in wine sauce to creamy seafood risotto, in a modern and friendly setting. Recommended preparation: mussels in white wine sauce with garlic and herbs, served with toast – a simple delight but full of flavor. Prices: ~ 60-120 lei main dish. The atmosphere is animated, with the fresh fish display in sight and staff that help you choose. The guest can enjoy local Danube fish or Mediterranean delicacies, all cooked correctly. “The incredibly tasty food, and the atmosphere and staff have made everything even better,” says a customer. The district manages to combine the concept of fish market with the concept of chic restaurant, for a unique experience in Bucharest.
- Dancing Lobster – A little piece of Portugal in Bucharest, Dancing Lobster (Floreasca) is famous for its weekly seafood delivered by Atlantic plane. The elegant interior and menu designed by Portuguese chefs make it a special place. Recommended preparation: shrimp in garlic sauce (Gambasal al ajillo) as a starter, followed by a lush Lobster Bisque or Linguine with lobster – special preparations, loaded with authentic maritime flavors. Prices: ~ 100-200 lei per person. Here you will also find the living lobster aquariums, which you can personally choose to be cooked on the spot. “Fresh fish and seafood are exposed in the window and become the protagonists of a perfect taste” notes a presentation of the restaurant. Dancing Lobster offers a Portuguese culinary journey with irreproachable services and lusitane wines to match, ideal for an evening of fine dining with oceanic iz.
- Fish House – An intimate restaurant in Floreasca area, Fish House boasts the stated ambition of serving the best catch fish in Bucharest. The little bistro has an elegant and refined setting, and its chef puts emphasis on seasonal ingredients and simple recipes that let the marine taste shine. Recommended preparation: “Buzara” with shrimp – a reinterpreted Croatian dish, with shrimp cooked in a rich ginger sauce, lemongrass, lime and wine. Prices: ~ 80-130 lei main dish. The menu changes depending on the available catch, but the quality remains constant. A review confirms: “Very good food every time! Nice atmosphere and welcoming and kind employees!” At Fish House you will find a culinary refuge for fish lovers – fine dishes, elegant plating and a careful selection of wines that perfectly compliment marine flavors.
This article is an English translation and adaptation of the original Romanian article on Lista Scurtă. Read the Romanian version.
