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| - This place is a gem - a throwback to cozy dining establishments of the 60s that really delivered some seriously good food.
The decor is amusingly eclectic (the owner obviously has a thing for big breasts) but it definitely adds to the atmosphere.
Service is friendly and very professional.
This place is all about seafood served fresh, served Mediterranean style - as simply as possible to allow the natural flavours to shine. Before ordering we were presented with a platter of the days' fresh fish options to help us choose - beats a tiny picture on a menu! We started with the adria salad, which is a nice, light version of the classic house salad. Then we had the Octopus Schiavona, which might have been the best dish of the night - fantastic! Tender octopus, steamed with capers, olives and celery to enhance the beautiful flavour, this was perfectly reminiscent of dishes from my childhood. Then we had the clams, mussels and shrimp buzara - really nice, simple dish so you can taste the seafood in all its glory. The grilled calamari was also terrific - perfectly cooked, nicely seasoned to enhance and not overpower the natural squid flavour. On the side we had the stewed vegetables, which was a curious and tasty kind of Croatian ratatouille.
The wine list is small but very well thought out so you will find your match there.
My only regret is not having the space to order more!
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