The Mussel and Steak Bar

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  Melissa Hau

  ·1 month ago

  “We had an amazing time here! The food was fantastic, and came with complimentary oysters upon sitting! I'd ordered the White Peach Sour mocktail but asked if it could be made fizzy and they kindly accommodated my request! We'd ordered the kilo pot of mussels in white wine, shallots and cream and it was everything we were looking for for our must- have mussels dish in Edinburgh 😍 The whole experience was lovely, especially the friendliness of the staff! I'd definitely come again!”

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  Andie V

  ·2 months ago

  “Love that they had non alcoholic beverages that still tasted artfully crafted! The Cullen Skink was a well balanced chowder, and the king scallops beautifully prepared - clean and cooked just right. They were a little bland for my taste, but just added some salt to bring out more flavor. Keep in mind there’s a service charge of 10%.”

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  Faozia m

  ·2 months ago

  “Absolutely delicious food! Everything was full of flavour, the service was fast, and the staff were really friendly and welcoming. I genuinely enjoyed my meal and will definitely be coming back next time I’m in Edinburgh. Highly recommended!”

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  Nicholas Martino

  ·3 months ago

  “If you're looking for a memorable meal in Edinburgh, Mussel & Steak Bar delivers on all fronts. The oysters were impressively large, exceptionally fresh, and disappeared from the plate far too quickly. The drinks arrived perfectly chilled and poured with the kind of precision that inspires confidence before the first sip. A special mention goes to our server, Ciarán, who was outstanding throughout the evening. He was knowledgeable, attentive, genuinely kind, and guided us through the menu with ease. His service struck the perfect balance between professionalism and friendliness, making us feel well looked after without ever feeling rushed. The ribeye steak was slightly smaller than expected, but what it lacked in size it more than made up for in flavor. It was cooked exactly as ordered and was absolutely delicious. The fillet was equally impressive, generously sized, beautifully prepared, and tender enough to make a steak lover smile. The mussels were excellent as well, packed with flavor and a must order for anyone visiting a restaurant with “mussel” in its name. And then there was the Oyster Bloody Mary Shot. It was approached with a healthy amount of enthusiasm. But they like it it and all left as believers. They claim it was surprisingly delicious and one of the most memorable parts of the meal. Overall, Mussel & Steak Bar combines excellent food, outstanding service, and a welcoming atmosphere. The only difficult decision you'll face is whether to order another round of oysters—or admit that your family was right about the Bloody Mary shot.”

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  Veronica Rodriguez

  ·3 months ago

  “We had the white wine and the whisky mussels , and both were absolutely delicious. The food was outstanding from start to finish, and the bread was particularly memorable—fresh, flavorful, and impossible to stop eating with the mussel broth. As a lovely gesture, we were also served complimentary oysters to start our meal. The service was wonderful throughout: attentive, warm, and genuinely welcoming. A fantastic dining experience that we would happily recommend.”

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  Felix Riechelmann

  ·5 months ago

  “Food was okay. Really liked the mussels. The rib eye was nothing special tbh. The restaurant is located in an area with alooooot of tourists (us included hehe). So expect a non stop come-and-go feeling. For us it was okay, but can be a bit of a rushy atmosphere for some.”

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  sharareh Rostampour

  ·5 months ago

  “Mussel & stake Bar : Just had dinner at this place . Very friendly and welcoming staff who made the experience even more enjoyable. The food was absolutely fantastic 😋 and exceeded expectations. I would strongly recommend everyone to visit during their stay in Edinburgh.”

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  Steve Pang

  ·5 months ago

  “Our hotel attendant advised us to visit Mussel and Steak Bar. This restaurant is simply excellent. Their service is superb and their food is delicious. Their welcoming gesture was fresh oysters from the house. We took the Mussel & Steak Surf & Turf, Seafood Linguini, Grilled King Scallops and for kids they have great options with smaller portions of mussels and other seafood.”

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  Wizjp

  ·5 months ago

  “Stopped at the mussel and steak bar on a whim. Menu looked awesome we made a reservation while we were there for later in the day and they were kind enough to accommodate us. Artur was our server, ( did an exceptional job) and was kind enough to offer us a couple of oysters on the half shell as a welcome, and they were very good. Menu was varied, a lot of seafood, steak and traditional options. The Cullen skink was exceptional, The haggis Wellington was a nice contemporary take on the traditional haggis with whiskey sauce and was as good as expected. Very unusual but quite good side salad. Nice traditional cider. Relaxed comfortable meal with interplay with the waiters and owners as they came through. Excellent dining experience.”

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  Carol Spiring

  ·5 months ago

  “I’d pre-booked a table here for my first night in beautiful Edinburgh and what a start to the trip. For one, it’s in a great spot on Grassmarket - very easy to find. For two, the food was excellent. For three, the staff were absolutely brilliant. As a solo diner, I was made to feel welcome, attended to and cared for. It’s clear to see that this restaurant really prides itself on customer care, it was an absolute pleasure to listen to them going about their work. I had mussels, bread and a delicious glass of wine and could not fault anything. I’ll definitely revisit if I’m ever in Edinburgh. Thank you so much for a pretty perfect dining experience.”

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