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POLPO MARIO

Via XXV Aprile 163, 16039 Sestri Levante, Italy
0185 480203
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Price range: $27 - $67
Cuisines: Sushi, Italian, Chowder
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
Restaurant details
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
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Lorgues, france
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2013

This was like stepping back in time, but in a good way. Excellent service and food and a very good wine list.

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Monkey Island
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32 reviews 32 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 4, 2012

We spotted this restaurant whilst strolling around and thought it looked worth a visit. Every table was full early evening and the food being served looked and smelt fantastic. We booked a table in advance and so were disappointed to find on arrival that it was inside, not outside as we had requested. However, the staff responded well to this... More

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Hampshire, United Kingdom
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84 reviews 84 reviews
69 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 31, 2012

Visited here with two colleagues for dinner. The atmosphere was warm and friendly, even off season, and the restaurant had quite a few tables filled which we took as a good sign. We ordered some good wines (circa 28 euros a bottle) so the bill was not cheap, but was well worth the money in the main. Small things like... More

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Lisburn, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 7, 2012

The menu here is excellent. If you like seafood there is an amazing choice all cooked and served beautifully by the very talented chef and served by very friendly and efficient front of house staff. Do make time to try this restaurant.

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York, United Kingdom
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44 reviews 44 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 3, 2012

I ate the carpaccio (excellent), followed by a mixed fish dish, then a desert which was a mix between pannacotta and chessecake, and was superb. Even the house wine was superb. This is a restaurant not to be missed.

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Clayton le Woods, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 29, 2012

The food was lovely and it was nice to dine on local specialities. The staff were very helpful with the choices of wine. We also noticed that there were lots of locals eating there so it must be good!

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Denver, Colorado
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23 reviews 23 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed July 26, 2012

I had pasta which was good. My husband decided to try the fried sardines or anchovies which is a specialty of the region. We just couldn't get used to the all the bones in them. I kept choking on the little bones. It was definitely different.

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Sacramento, California, USA
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89 reviews 89 reviews
38 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 47 cities Reviews in 47 cities
84 helpful votes 84 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 4, 2012

This restaurant is legendary in this seaside town -- for good reason. Fresh seafood of all kinds, excellent preparation, wonderful and efficient service, and a bustling atmosphere. Our friend who lives here recommended it highly, helping us wade through an extensive menu of specials and delicacies I didn't see on too many other menus in town. Nice outdoor seating, though... More

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Ajijic
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 3, 2012

We had a very nice meal here. The service was good and the value was very good. It was very busy so it is very popular, but I think we enjoyed Mario's Sister's & Brother's restaurant down the street more than this one. See my review at La Cantina Del Polpo.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2012 via mobile

There was a queue at night so we went instead for lunch and while the restaurant was again full, we didn't need to wait long for a table. The service was excellent, waiters were friendly, efficient and attentive. A vibrant atmosphere with oysters so fresh you can see them being shucked at the front of the restaurant day and night.... More

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