Albania 🇦🇱 Seafood paradise for just £25/ppl

Visited Tirana on a seafood pilgrimage and I was absolutely floored by how delicious, high‑end, and unbelievably affordable dining here can be. Tirana may be landlocked, but a seafood meal is something you shouldn’t miss. Many seafood dinners—even at chic spots—cost a fraction of what you'd pay in Italy or Greece. The mild Mediterranean climate, coastal catch flown daily, and generous local hospitality converge: think elegant plating and refined flavors at prices locals call “surprisingly reasonable”. One unforgettable evening I tried was a grilled whole sea bass, seafood salad and oyster served in a sleek setting just steps from Skanderbeg Square—flavorful, simple, and exquisite. The chef’s focus was clearly on celebrating pure seafood taste—no heavy sauces, just olive oil, lemon, garlic, and herbs. I enjoyed a crisp white local wine alongside, and the bill hardly nudged £25 for a full plate plus wine and service. Locals often head to seafood restaurants like FishShop, Bati Seafood, or Pireu, where cold crudo platters, grilled octopus, and fresh mussels are showcased in minimalist yet inviting spaces. One Redditor praised FishShop as a go‑to for seafood and pasta equally, while others rated Bati and Pireu as top quality spots—even in a non‑coastal capital. #seafoodlover