History | Anthony's Fish Grotto

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1946
The wife of a fisherman, Catherine “Mama” Ghio uses her own secret recipes to satisfy a hungry, growing city. Together with family, Mama Ghio fulfills a life-long dream and opens Anthony’s.
1950
Planning begins on landmark east county location
1960
The landmark Anthony’s San Diego Bay location opens.
1970
The popular Red Fisherman Chowder is joined by white New England clam chowder. Both sell out on a regular basis.
1986
Anthony’s celebrates its fortieth anniversary and lines stretch down the Embarcadero for signature chowders, fish & chips and gallons of famous tartar sauces fly out the door.
1990
Fresh Mahi Mahi makes an appearance and is an immediate hit.
2000
We stay true to the traditions that made us San Diego’s most iconic seafood restaurant.
2016
Anthony’s celebrates it’s 70th Anniversary
2017
Sadly, Anthony’s closes its San Diego Bay location, but customers find the same great seafood at our La Mesa location.