Seafood is our passion;
teamwork and respect for our legacy are the tools;
respectful service is our practice;
profitability and success are the goals.

Mama Ghio’s rich tradition lives on in the third generation. Mama’s grandchildren, Beverly Mascari, Rick Ghio and Craig Ghio now run the family’s restaurant enterprise. Anthony’s Fish Grotto has grown to include a variety of restaurants, as well as serving our food in PETCO Park! As we continue to improve, we will always stress the value of the original recipes, quality seafood and our excellent customer service.

Our Retail Fish Market (located inside the La Mesa Grotto Restaurant) allows our guests to take home the tastes of our kitchen. Retail items sold include fresh seafood, seafood spreads, sauces, dressings, flavored basting butters, breadings, and our famous chowders.

This diversification of our company is a crucial part of our continued success.

We are committed to providing an environment where each of our team members can fully engage each one another and our guests. Living in the moment is how we are able to create a moment of magic.

Our Values

1. We’re all about great seafood, great environments and great service.
2. We believe in dignity, respect and teamwork.
3. We believe each division must be financially profitable. 4. We are accountable for our actions.
5. We share our risks and rewards.
6. We practice open, clear, honest and timely communication.

We clearly value our team members; here are a few of them and what they think of Anthony’s.