Fishalida — Restaurant in Municipality of Central Corfu and Diapontia Islands

Fishalida restaurant in Corfu offers an exceptional dining experience that truly stands out as the best in the region. From the moment you step in, the warm and inviting ambiance sets the stage for an unforgettable meal. The restaurant's attention to detail is evident in every aspect, making it a standout choice for those seeking a top-notch culinary adventure.

The waitstaff at Fishalida are not only friendly but also exceptionally professional. Their warm greetings and attentiveness create a welcoming atmosphere, making diners feel right at home. Whether you're a local or a tourist, the staff goes above and beyond to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience.

One of the highlights of Fishalida is the freshness of their food. The menu features an array of dishes prepared with the finest ingredients, showcasing the restaurant's commitment to quality. From succulent seafood to flavorful local produce, each dish is a testament to the chef's dedication to delivering an authentic and delightful taste of Corfu.

The seafood selection at Fishalida is particularly noteworthy. Every bite is a celebration of the region's rich maritime bounty. Whether you opt for grilled fish, seafood pasta, or a seafood platter, the flavors are vibrant, and the textures are perfectly executed. The chefs skillfully balance simplicity and complexity, allowing the natural flavors to shine through.

What truly sets Fishalida apart is the overall experience. The attention to detail extends beyond the culinary offerings to encompass the entire dining atmosphere. The restaurant's decor, lighting, and even the presentation of each dish contribute to a memorable evening. Whether you're seated indoors or in the charming outdoor area, the setting enhances the enjoyment of the delicious cuisine.

The overall experience at Fishalida is nothing short of amazing. It combines friendly and professional service, fresh and delectable food, and a captivating atmosphere. This restaurant has undoubtedly raised the bar for dining in Corfu, earning its reputation as the best in the region. If you're looking for a culinary adventure that ticks all the boxes, Fishalida is a must-visit...

The place is nice and cozy inside and, they have also tables outside. The food looks good overall, specially the fish but we didn't try it. We took spaghetti with seafood which are not their speciality, they are just below average, they lack shrimps and a proper sauce that enhances its flavour, they were tasteless and the only seafood there was a bit of octopus and a couple of mussels, tasteless and far below the average for the price, 16€. Black risotto was just a bit better, but they add too much milky/cheesy cream that is unnecessary for a black risotto as it takes away the flavour of the ink and the shrimps, it also didn't include calamari or cuttle fish (if there was some it was so few that was unnoticeable) that normally goes perfect with black risotto. To note also that they are VERY SLOW with their service, specially if you are not Italian (keep reading). We had to wait about 20 min to get the drinks after sitting (they took more than 15 min to ask for the drinks on a table of just 2 people) when we had already decided also for the food... but no, they brought the drinks and made us wait another 15 min (more than 30 min to get the food order!?), in the end we waited for about 1h for the food to come, this is not acceptable and the worst thing is that the waiters are just chilling and don't seem rushed at all. Funny thing that doesn't help it is that the man in charge spends most of his time trying to cheer and get to know any Italian person sitting in one of the tables with phrases like, "where are you from in Italy", "ohh che bella città", "mi piace Napoli", bla bla. That would be fine and even fun if he didn't make the other tables wait, but literally we were just seeing the guy going table after table with his few canned Italian phrases instead of...

The food: The food was good however the portions are not great, I don’t know why many reviews say that the portions are so big that they couldn’t even finish their meal? We ordered the salmon dish (nice but not much to it, it is just a salmon fillet with a bit of purée) and shrimp saganaki (very nice).

The service: The service was not great at all, do not expect a welcome or friendliness. Normally, I don’t mind so much if the service isn’t the best but some servers here seemed judgemental and it was uninviting and unwelcoming.

The atmosphere: The atmosphere was terrible, I really don’t know why most reviews do not talk about this! Our experience would have been totally different if the atmosphere was better but I can’t look past being sat basically on the road in the boiling heat with constant traffic next to me.

IMPORTANTLY: if you go here please RESERVE BEFOREHAND!! We did not know this when coming here, and I don’t know how you are supposed to even know beforehand because their website is completely in Greek with no English translations? This is because only people with reservations can sit inside - if you don’t make a reservation you will be sat outside practically on the road or down an alley. I was confused at this as well because the restaurant inside was empty when we came, yet they claimed it was “fully booked” and we could only sit outside, and throughout our meal and afterwards only one group turned up to eat inside, so we could have ate inside with time to spare?

All in all: good food, not the best service but if you reserve beforehand your experience will...