Parmigiana di cernia
This grouper parmigiana reinterprets the great Neapolitan classic of zucchini parmigiana in a seafood key, pairing grouper with vegetables to surprising effect.
Dining · Napoli (NA)
Neapolitan risto-pescheria with fresh seafood cuisine and take-away service
Eccellenza Italianacertificata 2026–2027
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The place
Il Re Dei Mari is an authentic risto-pescheria (fish restaurant and fishmonger) just steps from Naples' central station, where the Neapolitan tradition of fresh seafood is expressed with simplicity and passion. The kitchen offers specialities such as parmigiana di cernia (grouper parmigiana), paccheri allo scorfano (paccheri with scorpionfish), crispy frittura di paranza (mixed fried fish) and spaghetti ai frutti di mare (spaghetti with seafood). The atmosphere is informal and genuine, with take-away service and few seats available. The fish and seafood are selected daily and dishes are prepared to order.
At the table
Il Re Dei Mari is a risto-pescheria (fish restaurant and fishmonger) just steps from Naples' central station, where the Neapolitan tradition of seafood is expressed with authenticity.
Why you can trust it
Il Re Dei Mari is a member of the Eccellenze Italiane network. The mark is registered in Italy and abroad: every certified business has a unique identifier, which can be checked at any time.
Location
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Enter the mapIn the kitchen
This grouper parmigiana reinterprets the great Neapolitan classic of zucchini parmigiana in a seafood key, pairing grouper with vegetables to surprising effect.
Large-format paccheri pasta is paired with scorpionfish, a rock fish with white, flavourful flesh, in a first course that expresses Naples' seafood cuisine.
Spaghetti with seafood brings to the table the shellfish and molluscs of Neapolitan tradition, prepared according to the classic recipe.
This mixed fried small fish and squid follows the rule of light crispness, with small fish fried to order.
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What visitors say
«Fresh fish bought directly, extreme goodness and excellent quality. 2 starters, 2 first courses, 2 mains, 3 cans, total €41!!!»
«Fantastic, a hole-in-the-wall but with EXCEPTIONAL dishes. First and foremost the zucchini and fish parmigiana. They cook continuously so everything is always hot.»
«Unbeatable value for money. Excellent fried fish, very welcoming and kind staff!»
«Friendly and very attentive staff. Dishes with quality ingredients and surprising pairings. Excellent value for money.»
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In the making · The method
Fish is selected every day, guaranteeing freshness and quality of the seafood.
All dishes are prepared to order, with continuous cooking that ensures the ideal temperature when served.
The kitchen offers combinations that bring together Neapolitan tradition and the possibilities of fresh fish, with unexpected results such as the zucchini and fish parmigiana.