A new sashimi bar called Get Sashimi is set to open in Coogee, bringing over 70 types of sushi and 20 varieties of fresh sashimi to local seafood lovers in the eastern suburbs.
The highly anticipated Get Sashimi Coogee location will open on 15 September 2024, offering both dine-in and takeaway options. The two-level restaurant will feature a 10-metre wall-to-wall sashimi bar, with seating for up to 50 people upstairs. The venue has been described by the owner, Antonio Muollo, as a “seafood heaven” catering to Coogee’s family-friendly, health-conscious community.
Mr Muollo explained that the decision to expand into Coogee was an easy one. The area’s laid-back beachside vibe and focus on healthy living made it the perfect next step after the success of the first Get Sashimi location in Bondi. He said the new restaurant would offer locals a fresh, fast, and healthy dining option, adding excitement to the neighbourhood’s food scene.
Antonio Muollo’s Seafood Empire
At just 25, Mr Muollo is no stranger to the seafood business. He started his first company, Get Fish, at the age of 18, skipping university to pursue a career in an industry he had grown up in.
Mr Muollo’s father worked at the Sydney Fish Market, where Antonio began learning the trade at a young age. By the time he was a teenager, Muollo identified a gap in the market for home-delivered fresh seafood in Sydney. His seafood delivery service quickly took off, evolving into a business that now turns over $30 million a year and includes not only delivery but also wholesale operations and a dedicated fishing fleet.
The Get Sashimi Bondi location opened last year and became an instant hit. Mr Muollo said the restaurant’s focus on providing healthy, high-quality seafood in a quick and convenient format appealed to locals, leading to the decision to expand to a second location.
Bestsellers
The Coogee location is expected to offer a similar menu to its Bondi counterpart, where some of the most popular items have made it a seafood destination.
At Bondi, the toro (tuna belly) sashimi is a standout bestseller, prized for its rich, buttery texture that melts in your mouth. Other top choices include the luxurious Ora King salmon and Hokkaido scallops, known for their fresh, delicate flavours.
For those seeking something more unique, the Paradise prawns and inventive sushi creations like the salmon gunkan topped with raspberry or strawberry offer exciting twists on traditional sushi. These selections, alongside poke bowls and hand rolls, are sure to make waves in Coogee, appealing to both casual diners and seafood aficionados.
Expansion Plans
With the new Coogee store about to open, Muollo has big plans for the future. He has already hinted at further expansion for Get Sashimi, with more locations planned for 2025, including the Northern Beaches.
Mr Muollo explained that his goal is to keep the restaurants both accessible and affordable while maintaining the quality that has become a hallmark of his brand. He acknowledged that while running a seafood empire is a challenge, he is confident Sydney’s love of fresh fish and sashimi will continue to drive the business forward.
Get Sashimi Coogee is located at 252 Coogee Bay Road. Follow them on Instagram.
