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    Blue Mussel Cafe

    4.3 (409 reviews)
    PriceySeafood, Salad, Cafes
    Closed 11:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    BLUE MUSSEL CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    David J.

    Best meal we had in PEI! Fresh food, fantastic service and amazing view. We really enjoyed the bar area as we were waiting for our table. 1/2 oysters and a glass of wine was glorious.

    Kathy S.

    Both my husband and I had the mussels and we shared a Caesar salad. The salad was different but very good. It had bacon, which I now know is a Canadian thing. The mussels tasted good but they weren't as good as I expected. For several days after, my system was upset. Was it an allergic reaction?

    Michel C.

    Outstanding ad always. I just heard they're moving their location. Too bad, you can't beat the views and food. You must start with the seafood chowder. Amazing.

    Mussels!
    Phil M.

    Worth the Drive!! This place is amazing. We had the mussels and they were amazing. Great service too!

    PEI oysters
    Elizabeth H.

    Scenic views waterfront location , fabulous oysters, delicious mussels and great lobster dip. Service was exceptional and Sam was very attentive. Overall great lunch and will definitely be back if I get to PEI again.

    Halibut

    Food was fantastic, loved the halibut & the pecan tart is a must! Lovely to watch the ocean while enjoying incredibly fresh seafood from the area.

    This is going to be epic!!!

    Food and service is amazing. We go several times a year. Picturesque setting overlooking the water.

    Lobster Thermidor
    Risa H.

    Quite possibly the best lobster I have ever eaten in my life! The waiters are all super friendly here and the vibe is just perfect with the lighting. I had a glass of white wine with the Lobster Thermidor, and I enjoyed every single bite! This meal was definitely the highlight of my trip to Prince Edward Island - a good tip is to get on the waitlist through Yelp before heading over, as it can be pretty crowded.

    Seafood Bubbly
    Cin C.

    One of our top restaurants that we still remember from our trip this year. The weather was dismal and rainy all day, but the restaurant was absolutely charming and lifted our spirits. I loved the decor in the dining area, as it is in a large enclosed patio that is rustic and nautical. The staff are friendly and the food was amazing. After days of eating fried food, we were so grateful to find out that they don't fry their seafood here. Their pan fried haddock is batter but not deep fried, so the amazing flavors of the batter stays on the fish but isn't greasy at all. I also had the Seafood bubbly bake which was so creamy and delicious. We got a pack of their seafood seasoning to bring home so we could extend the 'visit' later. I would definitely come back to eat here again. Reservations highly recommended as they are popular with both locals and tourists alike.

    Blue mussel cafe
    Kim P.

    Ben at the Anne of green gables bookstore told us to try Blue mussel cafe at North Rustico. Great advice. We sat at the bar in the back. Had a great view of the Harbour. Loved the bartenders. So much fun watching them multi task and put out great cocktails. Wonderful seafood bubbly !!! Perfect afternoon on PEI. Even bought a shirt which we never do.

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    Kim L.

    Dined here after golfing in the area. Great service! They were able to accommodate a large group. Delicious cocktails to start. Food was fresh and flavorful. Halibut is a must. Wish I had taken a picture. Nice views and relaxed atmosphere.

    Mussels...we've eaten some, tons left.  Yum.
    Dawn M.

    Kept coming across this, and, after biking much of the National Park, this was just down the hill, and sounded perfect. It was. Got there around 3p, so between lunch and dinner crowds. Waitress was willing to give advice, always appreciated. Ended up with mussels, classic prep. Delicious, perfectly cooked. It was a generous serving. Halibut was fresh caught that morning, and recommended by the waitress. It was amazing, like eating a perfectly cooked (fish) steak. The salad that came with it was equal to the fish with wonderful colour and a delicious dressing. This meal was a standout!

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    4 months ago

    Everything was excellent here, apparently they're moving to a new locale, look forward to it.

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    9 months ago

    LOVE this place! It never disappoints. Great staff (Carla rocks!) and amazing food. Charming dining area and fast service.

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    10 months ago

    My go to PEI restaurant. It is a local favourite and it certainly is mine. Order the lobster dip!!

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    11 months ago

    We had a wonderful lunch at Blue Mussel Cafe. The food, service, and environment were all excellent.

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    8 months ago

    Food and service were fantastic. Worth the drive from Vancouver! Had the haddock and cheeses fish casserole.

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    Island Favorites - Lobster roll (greenhorn)

    Island Favorites

    4.5(33 reviews)
    11.3 km
    $$

    We arrived in town today and started looking for a restaurant. This was a great find. As others…read morehave said, it is a family owned business. Our server Brooklyn was wonderful. The food was delicious esp the chowder, lobster rolls, coleslaw, potato salad - wait- that's everything we ate. All wonderful! We are looking forward to returning!

    Chose the place based on average reviews. I was not overly impressed. The service seemed to care…read moremore about their convenience than serving the customer. Our group ended up having to sit separately because the waitress was concerned about not being able to walk around a larger table, which seemed unfounded and a concern that was waitress centered rather than customer centered. When asked about closing a window because cold air was affecting some in our party, same waitress said it was not possible because the kitchen needed the air... Well... five minutes later, the customers that took the table near the window simply closed the window to avoid the cold wind... Two for two! Not a great beginning. Ordered seafood chowder and fish and chips. What would you expect? Yes... seafood chowder is served first and once customers are done with it ... you bring the fish and chips. Logical, right? Not here. They brought everything together, which meant the fish and chips got cold while we had the chowder. Third strike... Anything else? Let me say this, the fried fish, in my opinion, was not great. First, you could taste "stale" oil (old oil). This alone turned me off. Second, there was little fish and a lot of breading, I'd say 70% breading 30% fish. So, if you combine oil taste with very thick breading you get what I got. To eat the fish I had to take the breading apart. On a positive note, the seafood chowder was excellent. As Luc B. review pointed out, it is a very basic family and kid friendly setting.

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