Anthony's Fish Grotto (La Mesa Lunch)(again)

Thanks for stopping to read mmm-yoso!!! while Kirk is on vacation.  Cathy is writing today.

Barely six months ago, I wrote about a few meals at Anthonys, a San Diego mainstay since 1946.  The Mister and I stopped for a celebratory lunch a few weeks ago.  We decided to eat indoors instead of enjoying the outdoor seating.

 Here is the current Lunch Menu. When you are seated, warm ciabatta rolls are served with a whipped tomato butter.  A wonderful treat.
 We decided to share the appetizer calamari plate ($15.95).  Lightly breaded with a herbed 'Italian style' mix, lightly fried to a delicate crisp and topped with Parmesan, the soft-as-butter squid (served with tartar sauce and warm marinara) could be a meal.  But, we shared. 
 The Mister had a craving for fried items and ordered the Quick Catch Fish & Shrimp plate ($15.50).  The five plump, classic-batter fried shrimp along with the piece of classic-battered cod along with the Krab 'n Mac salad was a plentiful meal and flavor-filled in every bite.
 I really wanted the classic New England clam chowder that is made here, but not the bread bowl it is usually served in, so I ordered the 'Salad with Chowder Combo' ($14.75), requesting no bread bowl and chose the wedge salad (could have had a House Salad or Caesar salad...and also could have chosen the Red Fisherman Chowder).  As always, the fresh, cream based soup, highlighted with clam pieces, diced potato and celery was the star of my plate.  Next time, I might ask for the Wedge with the house-made Louie dressing..I'm wild and crazy sometimes.

Another Covid-19 survivor and favorite special meal spot.

Anthony's Fish Grotto 9530 Murray Drive La Mesa, CA 91942 (619)463-0368 Website Mon-Thurs 11:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m., Fri-Sat 11:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Sunday (brunch!) 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m.

Comments

[kat]

what a nice way to celebrate

[Cathy]

Anthony's is such a 'traditional' sit-down seafood restaurant, kat. We really enjoy our meals here.

[Soo]

I love the fish and chips.

[Cathy]

The fish and chips here are just wonderful, Soo. A basic that is done so well.