Kosta's Takeaway Circular Quay
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Mike Chen
About
Kosta's Takeaway is a popular spot in Sydney's Central Business District, known for its generous and high-quality fish sandwiches. The shop has gained a reputation among locals and visitors for its fresh ingredients and signature crispy fish fillet, often praised as one of the best in the city.
The Visit
The reviewer’s first meal in Sydney is at Kosta's Takeaway, where the standout is a massive, crispy fish sandwich. The experience is marked by the sandwich’s impressive size, flaky ling fish, airy breading, and harmonious blend of flavors. The addition of chilies and tartar sauce elevates the taste, making it a memorable and euphoric introduction to Sydney’s food scene. The reviewer is unequivocal in their praise, calling it the best fish sandwich ever.
What They Ate
Quotes
"I was told to get this, the biggest fish sandwich I've ever seen in my life. And it looks and smells wonderful."
"This is without a doubt, in my opinion, the best fish sandwich on this planet. And it's not even a close call."
"Every single bite of this is just pure euphoria. From the airy buns to the delicate fish, to that wonderful mesmerizing crunch, all work so well together."
"The meat of the fish tastes so clean and is able to absorb the delicious flavor of the chili sauce."
Our Reflection
The fish sandwich earns its "best on this planet, not even a close call" declaration through pure-succulent-tenderness ling cod and symphony-of-flavors execution deserving Opera-House performance. Triple-Filet-O-Fish size (thanks to McDonald's shrinking) delivering pure-euphoria every bite—flaky white meat contrasting beautiful airy breading elevating fish sweetness, mesmerizing crunch balanced by lettuce/capers cutting oil richness. Chili sauce strong enough to burn but not覆盖 natural sweetness, clean fish meat absorbing delicious heat. Absolute must-try 10/10. Banh mi "banging" at $6—succulent tender pork, savory-sweet-crunchy combination with pate's organic umami, though tiny-bit-stale from afternoon timing (wish-tried-original-location sentiment). Only downside: bread slight staleness, chilies hurting a bit. Little-alley CBD location with bunch-of-restaurants setting perfect first-Sydney-bite. Fish sandwich meeting Filet-O-Fish in alley = lunch-money-and-fries surrender.
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