Mussel Bar & Grille - Arlington

Welcome to Mussel Bar & Grille - Arlington, a must-visit seafood restaurant located at 800 N Glebe Rd in Arlington, VA. This trendy establishment offers a unique blend of pizza, seafood, and bar options, making it a versatile dining destination for food enthusiasts.

With a focus on providing exceptional customer service, Mussel Bar & Grille takes reservations and offers delivery and takeout options. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible and accepts credit cards and Apple Pay for convenience. Additionally, they have outdoor seating, free Wi-Fi, and a full bar, creating a welcoming atmosphere for gatherings with friends and family.

One of the standout features of Mussel Bar & Grille is their diverse menu, which includes many vegetarian options to cater to different dietary preferences. Customers rave about the French Onion Soup, Andalusian Gaspacho, Mussels with Merguez Sausage, Linguini Bolognese, Hazelnut Mousse, and Basque Cheesecake, highlighting the restaurant's commitment to quality and flavor.

Guests praise the attentive service provided by the staff, particularly mentioning server Gina for her helpful recommendations and welcoming demeanor. The cozy bar area offers a perfect setting to enjoy a delicious meal while taking in the vibrant ambiance of Ballston.

Whether you're craving fresh oysters, flavorful mussels, or delectable seafood dishes, Mussel Bar & Grille - Arlington is the place to be. With happy hour specials, a dog-friendly policy, and a range of amenities, this restaurant promises a memorable dining experience that will leave you coming back for more.

Mussel Bar & Grille - Arlington Menu

Location

Address: 800 N Glebe Rd Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: (703) 841-2337

🕓 Work Hours
MON 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
TUE 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
WED 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
THU 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
FRI 11:30 AM - 11:30 PM
SAT 10:30 AM - 11:30 PM
SUN 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Business info

  • Takes Reservations
    Yes
  • Offers Delivery
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Many Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    No
  • Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Trendy
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good For Kids
    Yes
  • Good for Dinner
    Yes
  • Garage Parking, Street Parking, Validated Parking
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Free Wi-Fi
    Yes
  • Best nights on Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
    Yes
  • Happy Hour Specials
    Yes
  • Full Bar
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TV
    Yes
  • Open to All
    Yes
  • Not Good For Dancing
    No
  • Pool Table
    No
  • Smoking
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Daniel M.

    19 August 2024

    Visited Mussel Bar & Grille on N. Glebe Road in Ballston on a Sunday for lunch. Our server was Gina and she was extremely helpful and welcoming on our first visit. She provided sound guidance on appetizers, entrees and dessert--almost forgot the beer! We sat in the cool bar area in a booth with a nice view of hectic Ballston. We started with French Onion Soup and Andalusian Gaspacho. No disappointments here, but the French Onion was a world beater! For our first entree we had a half order of the Mussels, Mediterranean w/ Merguez Sausage, Goat Cheese, Smoked Tomato, Harissa Aioli & Cilantro. I was not familiar with the Merguez Sausage and it was a bit over the top spicy wise for my palette (my fault of course for not knowing). But the Goat Cheese addition was a real pleaser. Our second entree was the incredible LInguini Bolonese, which includes Heritage Pork, Beef, & Veal, San Marzano Tomatoes, Herbs, and Rocca Cheese. Flavor extraordinare! Desserts were Hazelnut Mouse and Basque Cheesecake. Love the Mouse and the Cheesecake was much lighter and gooey than the New York version. Kudos to Gina for making our visit fun and entertaining. Go see our new friends at Mussel Bar & Grille--you will not regret it!

  • Author: Richard L.

    16 August 2024

    Don't know why the reviews here are so low but granted whenever we come here we ONLY get the mussels. The mussels however are always delicious. After the first time we realized that 1/2 pot was enough per person (plus an appetizer) so we always sit at the bar to take advantage of the cheaper prices. I've been here 3 times and have never had a bad mussel in my batch so that in of itself deserves some kudos. Overall if we're craving mussels, will definitely be back!

  • Author: Elaine C.

    06 August 2024

    Checked this place out for national oyster day!! They had some great deals, like $1 oysters and $8 oyster shooters. We ordered 1.5 dozen oysters. They were super refreshing and had zero complaints for the price. Also tried out the blue crab dip (SO yummy--ended up asking for more bread), the classic white wine mussels (good sauce but some mussels had sand in them), and the seared scallops (SO tender, and cauliflower mash was delicious). I need to give a shoutout to the sweet potato fries--I could not stop eating them! They are European style and come with mayo-based dips. Perfect for sweet & savory lovers. Cute bar concept with bottles as decor. The only thing I would knock half a star off for was service and bathroom cleanliness. Our hostess and food runner were both great, but our server was not the easiest to find. It wasn't the busiest, either...our server could have been a bit more attentive. A bit on the pricier side but understandable for a seafood bar. Overall a satiating dining experience, especially for the soul! Would love to come back for happy hour sometime. Great food, great vibes. Highly recommend.

  • Author: Rebecca H.

    24 July 2024

    The oysters I had here tasted fresh and delicious. The delirium tremens beer was good too. I would definitely come back for the oysters and would also want to try the mussels next time.

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