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You’ll be hard-pressed to find anywhere in Sydney that commits to its seafood theme as hard as Mister Grotto does. At this diner from the team behind the next-door Continental Deli, deep-blue panelling wraps the walls, a row of pendant lights sways, and every nook is filled with nautical knick-knacks – from antique ship plaques to old fishing rods.
The 30-seater’s menu is just as dedicated to marine life. Head chef Mans Engberg (ex-Saint Peter, Kiln and Paris’s Au Passage) has designed a thoughtful line-up of dishes which maximises the use of the whole fish.
Snacky plates include fried peppers stuffed with tuna sausage and nori-salted crisps doused in bottarga. For something larger, opt for a bowl of meaty pipis with cornbread or a whole deboned fish fillet. There’s also a raw menu, and a well-priced set menu option.
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Website: paisanoanddaughters.com.au
Updated: March 12th, 2025
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