Where to eat fresh seafood in Batumi?

There are also critical opinions about the fish market: it's located far from the city center, and the restaurants there are pricey. According to a local fisherman, the fish quality is often mediocre — not spoiled, but not worth the price and hype it gets.

There aren't many dedicated seafood restaurants in Batumi itself — basically one in the city called Ukha, while Fishlandia separately focuses specifically on fish and seafood.

A seafood restaurant right on the shore stands out because everything is cooked fresh from the day's catch, and the menu is more varied than typical cafes: besides red mullet and trout, they have garfish, flounder, seasonal whiting, and mussels prepared several ways. Sunset views included.

Regular city cafes usually only offer red mullet and trout — for a wider seafood selection, go to specialized fish spots rather than general Georgian-cuisine restaurants.

After visiting the botanical garden, it's worth stopping at the fish market for lunch — a filling, tasty meal of fresh fish.

The fish market is considered a must for tourists: you pick your own fish and spot, and it's cooked right there — tastier than in a regular restaurant. Even kids rated it as the best part of their day.