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    Flex Mussels

    4.1 (1.3k reviews)
    PriceySeafood, Desserts
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Lindsey J.

    Was recommended this place on our recent trip to NYC. Located on the Upper East Side this is a must for you seafood lovers! Come for lunch, brunch or dinner and you won't be disappointed. Decked out in sea side decor there is plenty of indoor space and covered outdoor space for colder weather. Highly recommend reservations! Oysters, mussels, lobster, breakfast items, fish entrees and salads. There is something for everyone! Wine, beer, cocktails and mocktails there's a drink for everyone. And while we didn't get a chance for dessert, we saw some delicious looking plates go by. Friendly staff greeted us, our waiter was very knowledgeable in the mussel selections. Portions are generous and you'll go away happy! I will be back on my next NYC trip.

    New England clam chowder mussels
    Jessica Y.

    Flex mussels is consistently always good! We started our meal with the scallop special which was served over a butternut squash puree which was delicious. For mains, we had the fra diavolo, classic, and New England clam chowder mussels. We've never tried the clam chowder mussels and they were packed with flavor! We obviously also had to get fries which always pairs well with mussels. If you're a mussels lover, this place is a must try! You also have to go for happy hour as they have such good deals!

    Sliders
    Caitlyn F.

    Came here randomly for happy hour and everything was really good! I had my dog so we were able to sit outside to eat. Standouts were the truffle parm fries (good truffle flavor pulls through, but not too strong) and the sauce the mussels were in were very flavorful. Donuts were yum as well, they were warm and airy! Would come back again for happy hour as I believe the mussel & fries combo was only $25. Service could be a bit more friendly - our server seemed like they didn't want to be there/were annoyed with us.

    Inside
    Sonali P.

    Walking into Flex Mussels on a Friday night at about 9:30. It's busy with lots of people, but they were still able to seat us immediately. There was an option of indoor or outdoor, but the whole restaurant was open air. Their late night happy hour starts at 9 and has a great $25 mussels and fries deal. The mussels were fresh and have a few options of sauces. We went with the classic white wine garlic which came with crusty bread to dip in. Overall, had a great time and would love to come again. The happy hour prices were really good

    Gumbo Mussels
    Alex F.

    This restaurant is quite a find. My in-laws from the south were in from out of town and wanted to try this place out. There is an option to dine outside, but we ended up going inside. The decor gave the place a homey feel. The mussels here were out of this world. I ordered the seafood boil which had a hearty serving of mussels, shrimp and crawfish. The seasoning was great which went well with the bread that was served alongside it. I recommend the fries as a nice side, though they came out a little slow.

    FISH TACOS  crispy hake, avocado, slaw, pickled fresno, chipotle aioli
    Emily S.

    Wow. 11 years ago you could get a meal for $60 + tip. Flex Mussels was one of my favorite restaurants on the UES and going back tonight I can confidently say that the quality of the food is still there. The space I previously visited is now Hoexter's, and this version of Flex Mussels is much bigger with an outdoor space, large interior, and upstairs area. The service is still good by all accounts, but because of how many tables people are covering, it's not what it once was and that's why we're at 4-stars now. Back in 2014, the second your bread basket ran out there'd be a new one being placed down. While it may not be the best decision to put away multiple buckets of that delicious bread with whatever your mussels have taken a bath in, it was still awesome. To that point, the size of the restaurant made it so once the food was placed down, it was harder to really monitor your bread needs and by the time our waiter checked on us, we felt finished with the meal (the mussels were gone, the broth had cooled, and our fries had disappeared). This lost star is no shade to the waitstaff - they're really great. It's just that Flex Mussels is no longer that vibey hole-in-the-wall feeling restaurant it once was and that's ok. The food is still as good as I remember and that dessert was something I missed (truly one of my favorite desserts of all time). It's gotten *way* more expensive, but I suppose everything has.

    Lobster Bisque
    Marina C.

    It was really busy on the weekend but I didn't have reservations since I wasn't sure if we were going to dine here. 20 min est. wait wasn't that bad. We were seated upstairs.. l think it's comfier than the main floor. The tables on the main are incredibly close to each other. We got a few drinks plus sparkling water. I ordered the Lobster Bisque mussels and L always gets a lobster roll at seafood restaurants. He thought it was a lil too acidic but I took a bite and it was fine. Maybe a lil too saucy. It came with a good amount of fries. I liked it but I preferred my mussels. These mussels were really tasty. L doesn't care for them but he said the mussels at FM were really good. Broth wasn't too strong. These were cooked perfectly. The bread was soft but really cold and salty. I had some sips of the broth but left most of it. We were really full. We actually ate somewhere else just before heading to FM or I would've ordered more drinks. We did order the 6 donuts in several flavors. We only had room to try 2 and took the rest home. Definitely better at the restaurant... the donuts are really just okay; it was good to try once. The drinks were good. Our servers were very nice. Would come back again for muss

    Little Flex
    Oscar L.

    Overall, the mussels were fantastic. Would highly recommend the Parma and the Thai mussels. A bit on the saltier side, but the bread helps tone it down. However, the Little Flex from the raw bar was not satisfying for $42. You only got six oysters and two shrimp cocktail with some smoked fish dip. Service was fantastic. The restaurant had dim lighting, perfect for a date night or dinner with friends.

    Classic Mussels
    Richelle G.

    This right here is something I've really gotten one too many times lol. This is My guilty pleasure as they aren't always nice to me in here but that happy hour mussels and fries combo... smh. THE best! $27 for a FILLING, Fresh & Tasty meal. Always. They are consistent with two things: great food and crappy service. lol I've tried all of the flavors except the Parma, and would recommend every single one.

    Christina L.

    Kids friendly, Happy hours! The restaurant offers $8 small martini and $10 spritz. If you love to drink, you can go here all the time. Cheeseburger sliders, fish tacos, and and creamy mussels were very yummy. They have plenty of spaces on the ground level and second floor which I both visited. I see small kids all the time here!

    Parma mussels
    Ha An N.

    Great neighborhood spot! We went to dinner on a weekday and it was pretty chill. We got half a dozen oysters, and just told our waiter to pick some for us. We ended up getting 2 oyster types: Montauk and Irish point. We don't normally love oysters, these were fine. We got 3 pots of mussels and fries. They were quite a bit of food. All the mussels were so good!! The fries were small matchstick, very crunchy. The mussels comes with bread that was tasty, and you can get more bread as well. Overall, we had a great time. The happy hour menu looks so good, we would totally come back for happy hour another time!

    Lobster
    Angelina Z.

    Whenever I am in New York I try to come here at least once. It's no longer a secret, Flex is fire and it's always busy and full of locals, including the park avenue crew. I recommend any of the mussel dishes, the Parma style are my favorite. The branzino is among the best I've had in nyc, and my boyfriend loves the roasted half chicken, for those who are more into turf. Do not leave without dessert, their homemade doughnuts are a surprisingly pleasant way to end a meal, small little gooey blissful puff balls.

    Don't
    Nate L.

    TLDR: great service, fresh seafood and amazing flavors. MUST GET-- fungi mussels, San Danielle mussels, whipped ricotta and broccolini Came here for dinner with some friends and it did not disappoint. Servers were attentive, food was great and vibes were just amazing. Each bucket of mussel comes with bread (not sure if it's unlimited but I definitely dipped a lot in the broths... Rating the mussels from best to worst: San Danielle: prosciutto was a nice touch and made this dish extremely aromatic. The broth was perfect for the bread Fungi: a generous amount of mushrooms, mixed with the extremely flavorful smoked bacon all tied together with a rich cream sauce. Had the perfect amount of richness that was not too overwhelming Thai: not the worst but definitely lacking in some flavor profiles. Probably would avoid ordering this in the future Dijon: after reading some reviews, this seemed to be the dish to get but was very disappointed. There was little to no flavor and the broth wasn't that good... Other dishes: Branzino: two different sauces that provided two different flavor profiles. I want a huge fan of the green sauce but that wouldn't stop me from ordering it again. Cooked perfectly. Whipped ricotta: this was an amazing dish. Wish I would've asked for more bread sooner... Fries: they were okay.... Broccolini: was a nice addition to the meal, especially with the breadcrumbs

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    Do they have mussel options without garlic or onion?

    What is unlimited mussels?

    They have a huge selection of mussels - like an unlimited selection of styles, from Cajun to Thai to Lemon Garlic etc... It's the broths they are steamed in.. As good as soups. But each one is served as an entree... You don't get "unlimited mussels"… 

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    $$

    This place is something else. I came with my dad, husband, and sister, and we had an absolute blast…read morefrom start to finish. My dad is Egyptian, so food like this carries real meaning for our family, and Sabrys delivered in every way. The moment we walked in, we were met with the kind of warmth and hospitality that makes you feel like a guest of honor. They treat everyone that way, which makes it even more special. The meal began with fresh housemade bread, incredible hummus, baba ganoush, and salad, and then came the fish. Honestly, the best fish I've ever had, and we've dined at wonderful restaurants all over the country. We ordered the grilled platter with calamari, shrimp, and salmon, plus a fried combo that was light and perfectly done. Not greasy, just real home cooking, like your Egyptian grandmother made it. The branzino was outstanding, and the rice brought me straight back to childhood. Every dish tasted like it was made with genuine love and care, because it was. If you want to eat somewhere that feeds your soul as much as your stomach, come here. We'll be back every chance we get.

    Cuisine: 8 Service: 7…read moreDecor: 6 Value: 7 Overall: 8 I'm updating this review because I had such an enjoyable meal last night at this long standing palace of seafood, and I wanted to share the experience to remind everyone why we all should continue supporting this wonderful establishment. Being honest, it's been a while since I have returned because I have favored Hamido Seafood lately, right after a previous love affair with Abuqir Seafood two doors down. Then there is the old reliable Astoria Seafood and the new kid on the block, Le Petite Pecheur, which I really enjoy as well. However, once again, Sabry's proves again that they have the best pitas in the business. A full basket comes with fluffy and chewy goodness that none of their competitors can match. I do wish their dips (babaganoush, humus, tahini) were better as I have mentioned, but they are all solid 7's. Onto the seafood. What an excellent version of Grilled Octopus (9/10), with maybe the best crispy char I have tasted in recent memory. I do wish the sauce had a touch of vinegar. Not a big deal. Another near perfect dish was their Grilled Sea Scallops (9/10). They were extra large, super tender, sitting in a pool of delicious tangy sauce (reminiscent of NoLa style BBQ shrimp sauce). The Grilled Shrimps (7/10) were slightly overcooked, while the Taojine Mixed (7/10) was somewhat watery and a bit too dill forward. Lastly, the broth of the Seafood Soup (7/10) was clean and light. The calamri and clams were still tender, but the shrimps were a tad overcooked once again. Clearly after this meal, I have to add Sabry's back into my rotation of pick your own seafood type of restaurants. This was the place where I had my first experience with Egyptian style seafood and it is still one of the best after all these years.

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    Anassa Taverna Astoria

    Anassa Taverna Astoria

    4.5
    (314 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$$

    This place is an absolute gem. I love the whole team here --…read moreeveryone is welcoming and positive. The food is amazing: everything comes out fast, tastes great, and feels super fresh. My favorite is the salad -- incredibly tasty, with very fresh vegetables. The bartenders deserve a special shoutout too: always friendly, smiling, and great vibes overall. Highly recommend to everyone. Definitely a spot I'll keep coming back to.

    Dinner at Annasa Taverna the day before Mother's Day -- no reservations, but I really appreciated…read morethat they still welcomed us in. The whole vibe felt warm and made it a really nice family dinner. My grandma and mom both seemed happy and enjoyed everything, which honestly mattered most. We ordered two Greek salads (definitely could've gotten away with just one -- they're huge and very shareable). We also had the Mediterranean spreads: tzatziki, eggplant, and a spicy spread. Everything was solid and great for sharing. We also got grilled octopus as an appetizer -- super tender and really well done. For my main, I had the grilled deboned red snapper -- absolutely delicious. It came with a creamy lemon sauce on the side that you can pour over the fish, plus oregano fries and grilled vegetables. The veggies were amazing, especially the grilled onions that just melted in your mouth. We also ordered takeout: kefte kebab with fries, which was maybe smaller portion but it was good flavor. For dessert we had a baklava float (I think that was the name) with coffees to finish. Very happy with the whole meal overall. Drinks at the bar beforehand were also a highlight -- sangria and a gin, lavender, elderflower, cucumber cocktail that my grandma actually loved.

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    Taverna Kyclades

    Taverna Kyclades

    4.2
    (3k reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$$

    I came here a bit ago and have been thinking of it ever since as I am not from New York. I was here…read moreon a bachelorette trip and this was the last restaurant we stopped at. I'm so glad we did. It was wonderful. Some of the best greek food i've ever had. The service was lovely. Thank you to Daniel. My friends and I ordered a bunch of stuff on the menu and it was absolutely wonderful. There is also very delicious complementary dessert. It is a small restaurant so it's very tight. Everyone is kind of crushed together. The food is a bit on the expensive side but absolutely worth it. I can't wait to come back one day. Amazing experience with wonderful food and service!

    I came on a Saturday night and it was BUSY! We were only a party of 2, and luckily there was a…read moreseating available at the bar with full menu service. If we wanted to get a table in the main dining room, the wait was estimated to be over 2 hours (we went around 8pm), so I highly recommend making a reservation if you plan to go. The staff were very quick with service and very friendly. We were offered toasty bread with some lemon and an olive spread while we waited for our food (which also came out super quick!). We ordered the octopus and lamb chops. The octopus was incredibly tender, the meat was very soft - I personally would've preferred a little more bite to it, but it still tasted good. The lamb chops were flavorful. The medium here is on par with medium rare at most other places, and one of our pieces was borderline rare. At the end of the meal we were also offered complementary desert, which was a pleasant surprise. We enjoyed our meal overall, but just know that it's a little on the pricey. The octopus and lamb chops came out to $80~ pre-tax and tip. Would recommend if you're a fan of seafood!

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