EFC – A Live Fish Restaurant (rebranded as Elite Live Fish Restaurant) is a pioneer of the “Live Fish” dining concept in Cox’s Bazar. Located along the scenic Marine Drive, away from the city’s hustle, it offers a unique culinary adventure where the menu isn’t just a list of items—it’s a row of glass tanks filled with live seafood. It is a favorite stop for tourists visiting Inani Beach who want to ensure their seafood is 100% fresh by choosing it themselves.
Why Eat Here?
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The “Live” Experience: The restaurant’s main attraction is its wall of aquariums. Guests can point to the specific fish, crab, or lobster they want to eat. It is then caught, weighed in front of you, and sent to the kitchen.
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Customized Cooking: You dictate how your catch is cooked. Whether you want your Red Snapper grilled (BBQ), your crab in a spicy masala (Bhuna), or your lobster steamed with garlic butter, the chef prepares it to your preference.
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Marine Drive Atmosphere: Situated in the Shonar Para area (near Inani), the restaurant offers a spacious, open-air environment with views of the hills and the sea breeze, making it a relaxing lunch or dinner spot during a day trip.
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Trust & Transparency: Since you see the fish alive before it is cooked, there is zero doubt about the freshness of the meat—a major selling point for seafood lovers.
On The Menu
The menu is dominated by fresh catches sold by weight, supplemented by regular sides:
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Live BBQ Fish: Red Coral (Vetki), Grouper (Koral), and Red Snapper grilled to perfection with smoky spices.
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Crab & Lobster: Live mud crabs prepared in a spicy “Bhuna” gravy or grilled. Large lobsters are available for special feasts.
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Fried Delicacies: Crispy Loitta Fish Fry and Calamari (Squid) fry are popular appetizers.
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Sides: Mixed Fried Rice, Chinese Vegetables, and traditional distinct spicy sauces.
Facilities & Services
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Live Fish Tanks (Display & Selection area)
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Large Car Parking (Ample space for Jeeps/Cars on Marine Drive)
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Family Cabins/Seating
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Clean Washrooms
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Prayer Area
Location
Address: Marine Drive Road, Shonar Para (After Rizu Khal Bridge), Ukhia, Cox’s Bazar.
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Distance: Approx. 30-40 minutes drive from the main Cox’s Bazar town.
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Note on Name: While popularly known as “EFC Live Fish,” the physical signboard may read “Elite Live Fish Restaurant” following a rebranding, though the management and concept remain the same.
Contact Information
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Phone: +880 1747-394802
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Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
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Social: Facebook Page
