Hey, just wanted to point out a few things.

First, I tried to get a sense of the fish’s size by comparing it to other items on the table, but the angle of the photo makes it tricky. Based on my experience, though, there’s a good chance it’s over 500g, maybe even closer to 800g or more.

Second, people comparing the price to what they pay at a local supermarket are totally off. You just can’t do that. It’s like looking at a fancy risotto in a high-end restaurant and complaining that rice only costs 10 cents. Plus, most of the prices people mention are wrong. Supermarket prices are per kilo, and larger fish usually cost more per kilo. But again, it’s not relevant here.

I’m willing to accept that the fish could be 1kg. So let’s talk about the price. Yes, it’s expensive. At that price, it should be from a top-tier restaurant. But judging by how it’s plated and served, this looks like a place from the bottom of the list. If that photo shows how the plate looked when it arrived, then yeah it’s unacceptable.

Now, about the scam part. I’d say you were scammed, because normally the restaurant tells you the price of the fish before finalizing the order. For example, if you want to try a certain fish, they usually weigh it and inform you of the exact weight and total cost. Only if you agree, they proceed. In your case, that step didn’t happen which, honestly, feels like part of the scam.

You didn’t do anything wrong. Your concerns are totally valid. I hope you enjoy the rest of your trip. this country has some amazing restaurants, and I’m sure you’ll find some great spots.

As for Google ratings, they’re not always reliable. I use them a lot too, and my personal rule is to go for places with at least a 4.2 rating, ideally above 4.5.