The couple were holidaying in Greece when they ordered a delicious fish meal at a restaurant – but when the bill finally arrived, something almost had them "crying"10:50, 11 Sep 2026With many people booking last-minute holidays before the winter, tourists are spoilt with choosing either underrated travel destinations or even the 'Hawaii of Europe' in search of cheap pints and beaches.‌Hotspots like Spain, France and Portugal remain fairly popular all year round, especially for foodies. And just recently one couple decided to travel to Greece for sun, sea and sand, plus a lot of delicious dishes. Typically the Greek cuisine features a lot of fresh Mediterranean meals that highlight olive oil, vegetables, feta cheese, grilled meats and, of course, fish. Keen to try some of the local produce, one couple ordered white fish – but couldn't believe their eyes once the meal was done.‌In a clip showing the chef deboning the fish, the pair are sat patiently waiting for their meal.‌But in the caption on the video, it read: "Almost crying because we realised the fish was actually €60 per kg not just €60 (it was actually €300 in total)."Horrified with the cost of the meal, Katty wrote in the caption: "Yummy," without saying much else. Whether she was speechless or trying to forget the entire situation, it wasn't long until others shared their reaction at the awkward blunder.One said: "Hahaha omg looks delicious though." While another added: "Oh God, I hope it was lovely. You are worth €300 of yummy food."‌Someone else pointed out: "In Croatia would probably be double." And a fourth chimed in: "This happened to me on my 22nd birthday in Sounio. The one fish ended up being €200."Content cannot be displayed without consentHow much does food cost in Greece?Food in Greece is generally very affordable, with a typical traveller spending between €20 and €70 per day depending on their dining style.‌How much you spend can depend on whether you choose local street food, sit-down neighbourhood tavernas or high-end coastal restaurants.The cost of fish in Greece varies depending on the type, whether it is farmed or wild, and where you buy it. It's likely the couple ordered a premium wild/first class fish, perhaps wild sea bass, red mullet, or grouper, which can cost between €55-€85.Tips for ordering fish at a restaurant:Always ask them to weigh it first: It's normal to go to the restaurant's display fridge where you can point out a fish and ask the waiter to weigh it. They can tell you the exact price before cooking.Article continues belowPortion sizing: Keep in mind a whole fish loses roughly half its weight to head and bones. A good baseline is 400g-500g of raw whole fish per person.