This review is based on my personal experience as a customer of this restaurant on 12/10/2025. This location has not moved. It was renovated and renamed. The new name is Le Bistroquet. Why doesn't Yelp just rename this listing from BXL Zoute to Le Bistroquet to keep all the followers and content. It's still the same owner and most of the same staff and menu. The vibe is the same as always: great Belgian beer, wonderful food and pleasant company. Seems like Yelp always does things the hard way, loosing value for themselves and their customer in the process. read more

BXL Zoute - Le Bistroquet - Belgian Near Me - New York, New York

I came here because I miss Belgium And I left feeling... Belgian and slightly judged The beer is great, no surprises there The food slaps - probably the most authentic steak bernaise in town It looks like a fancy tavern where Hercule Poirot might sip a Chimay and solve a murder But the staff acts like you committed the murder They're not rude exactly, just... French adjacent Like they took a workshop on "How Not to Smile" and passed with honors I'd go again, but I'd emotionally prepare And maybe bring a Belgian flag to earn their trust read more

BXL Zoute - Belgian Near Me - New York, New York

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Was in the neighborhood and decided to stop in for dinner. Had no problem getting a good seat for 2 on a Saturday night. Service was top notch, I loved the attentiveness of the waitress. Such a good hidden gem. Decorated so nicely and had exposed brick. I had the steak frites and my boyfriend had the mussels and fries. I got truffle fries but they tasted regular so I'd skip that next time. Steak was good in the sauce they gave me on the side. I was nervous about not getting a beer at a Belgium place but our Drinks were good & well balanced. Waffle with ice cream was good but the waffle was a little on the hard/ crispy side. read more

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Solid authentic Belgian food in a lively and fun environment. This place is known for their classic Moules Frites (which is basically just a bucket of mussels), so I had to order it - I got the Provençale Moules Frites ($34) which had some tomato, garlic, and basil in there. It was good but really nothing that special - just mussels with a bit of seasoning. I suppose the price is okay though considering the amount of mussels (2 lb bucket). They also come with fries on the side which were standard quality. I also tried the Hanger Steak, which was cooked to a nice medium and pretty tender. There was just the right amount of salt on there too. Not a very big portion size though for $34. The string beans and mashed potatoes that came with the steak were decent. For dessert, I got the BXL Waffle ($14), which was a satisfying end to the meal, as the waffle itself was drizzled with chocolate sauce and came with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. They have a wide variety of beers and drinks, but I opted for a pear cider, which was actually delicious - very light and fruit if you are into that kind of drink. The inside of the restaurant has a cool atmosphere, with a bunch of blinking lights along the ceiling, upbeat music playing, TVs by the bar area showing European sports, and a chill European kind of vibe. It was actually somewhat empty on a Saturday night so no issues whatsoever getting a table. The staff are friendly, albeit a bit too attentive with checking up on us. There was a little mishap though, as our waitress accidentally threw away half of our mussels that we were sharing, thinking that they were empty shells. Thankfully, she handled the situation with grace and promptly asked the kitchen to prepare more mussels for us. Overall, I would give the food here 3.5 stars, but the environment boosts the rating up a bit to a solid 4 stars. If you are interested in trying some authentic Belgian cuisine with a fun atmosphere, then I would recommend BXL Zoute. read more

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Very good choice for a fun dinner out. The music is loud, leading to a party-like atmosphere. The drinks are well-crafted, and the food is excellent. Service is quick and efficient, but can slow down a bit when they get busy. I recommend the steak frites (of course!), cooked to perfection, and the salmon roti, served in a red wine sauce with leek & potatoes. Finish the evening with profiteroles, and you'll leave very satisfied indeed! read more

11/30/23: When you decide to visit a spot from an IG post. Worth it. From warmly greeted to amazing food and drinks this was one of the best last minute decisions. From the IG real I wanted that beef stew and fries. Folks it did not disappoint. What I envisioned came to fruition. OMG the dessert please ask for the dessert menu. The Belgium waffle with ice cream and whipped cream, you will thank me Great experience I would definitely return. Suggest reservations. It was as busy on Thursday night. Lively bar scene. Food , drinks Staff vibes A+ all around. read more

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Early this week I had lunch here as I was craving for moules frites. BXL Zoute opened ten years ago and has become a neighborhood spot. There was a prix fixe which I skipped for the 2 pound kettle of mussels with endives and cream. The endives had been sliced thin. The mussels were ample but I was disappointed with the fries as they were ordinary ones. I far prefer shoestring fries which are tastier. For dessert I ordered the light and crispy Gauffre BXL (waffle) with a side of whipped cream but was given the one with the added berries Gauffre de Liège. Both were the same price of $13. Service here was friendly and quick. Quite a few regular customers dropped in to have beer on tap or a glass of wine. The atmosphere is convivial. The interior of this restaurant is quite large with flowers dotted here and there. Outdoor seating is in a covered area in front of the restaurant. read more

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A tasteful, classic bistro in a very convenient location. We had mussels (comme il faut) and steak frites, and everything was exactly as it should be. Pretty quiet at lunch time - It just started day service again recently, and the crowds have not yet filled in. read more

I came here on a Sunday evening with a party of 7. They have a AYCE mussel pot, comes with one order of fries, and a small beer, for $35! The AYCE mussel allows you to select any type of the 7 mussel flavor pots they have. Your first order is 2lb and each subsequent order is 1lb per order. It is worth noting that this AYCE is for Sunday and Mondays only. Conveniently we had 7 people and there were 7 diff flavor pot, so we did a "speed tasting" of all the flavors with each other. Afterwards, we each ordered our own mussel pot with the one we liked the best. My favorite two pots were the Grand-Mère (cream, bacon, onion), and the Provençale (tomato, garlic, basil). I liked the mussel pots for the most part. I loved the idea of the AYCE. The fries unfortunately were very salty. Luckily it wasn't the main star of the meal. Ambience was average. It was rather quiet when we went on a Sunday Evening. I think there 1-2 more other tables. Service was average too. They would check in once every so often. I'd come back here with friends who fancy the AYCE belgian mussels! read more

BXL Zoute - a bowl of mussels and fries - Belgian Near Me - New York, New York

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They know what good food should taste like. You'll find yourself describing these foods later. The place has a nice feel. Staff members serve customers well. I recommend it read more

They deserve credit for maintaining high standards. Their dishes are reliably wonderful and the setting is carefully designed. This place has an atmosphere worth noting. The meal presentation and worker assistance satisfied us. Amazing meals and incredibly kind assistance. read more

Every major city in the US needs more Belgian restaurants. Luckily, NYC has a few and both BXL Cafe (in Times Square) and BXL Zoute (in Flatiron) are great choices to fill your frites/moules/steak/amazing beer craving. We walked in just around 7:00 on a Saturday night after while wandering around Flatiron. The soft lighting and exposed brick walls added a charming atmosphere; the menu featuring classic Belgian dishes. We split an order of bitterballen (ragout filled fritters with spicy mustard) to start: each of those tiny balls were tasty and satisfying. Her filet mignon with garlicky green beans and truffle fries was incredibly flavourful and tender, while my carbonade flamande (chunks of beef in a rich beer based stew) chased away the bitter cold. A dense Liege waffle topped with whipped cream and berries marked a great end to the meal. The beer list isn't to be missed, though service was fairly relaxed. read more

BXL Zoute - Carbonade flamande with frites - Belgian Near Me - New York, New York

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I am a total beer snob and this place does a good job catering to my interest - all the beer glasses match the beer - they had all sorts of beer on tap that are normally in a cab like delirium, chimay and duvel beer (which apparently not many places in the city have this Belgium beer on tap) So the stars are for the beer options and wonderful service at the bar. The food is awful. I had the Belgium fries or Pommo Fries - and they were soggy. It was sad and disappointing. read more

Enjoyed a great bottle of wine, steak frites, and a delicious Caesar with my BFF after visiting galleries in Chelsea. The ambience was mellow, the music perfect, the bartender friendly yet unobtrusive. Other diners came and went; we were pleased that no one tried to hurry us out. A lovely, lovely place. read more

BXL Zoute - Belgian Near Me - New York, New York

This is a fantastic Belgium restaurant. First off, know where you go. I tired to ask for bread after ordering the mussels. In Belgium, they eat the soup at the bottom of the kettle with fries. The French eat it with bread. Don't make the same mistake I did. My fav mussels are the Thai ones. Coconut rich and epic deliciousness. The Cabernet is a great pairing with this dish. Also the croquettes are amazing, not what I thought but surprisingly delicious. Lastly I had the skirt steak with mounds of garlic chimichurri. Amazingly cooked. Love the vibe of the place. Euro dub step and euro house were the themes of the night. All in all good eats and affordable. Cheers! read more

2 stars for management, but 5 stars for food and service. Always loved the unique beers and delicious menu! This time was told they're soon closing for part of August to renovate, so forgive the old menus and old bathrooms. But at the start of our meal I reported directly to the manager that the one restroom available needed attention. An hour and a half later, after we ate while seeing the manager sitting with friends, still not stocked in the bathroom? The manager blamed the staff, who were busy taking care of us all while he was sitting? And then the loud, pounding music selected under this manament was really uncomfortable for dining. Fingers crossed that the rumored reopening probably September will bring forward the old authentic atmosphere and staff and leave behind any posers. read more

We had a large party (13) and we arrived at opening. They took great care of us, we did not feel rushed and we enjoyed a long lunch/dessert/drinks. Food was delicious as always and can't get enough of the fries! read more

Wonderful food and friendly staff. Had imported Petrus sour passion fruit beer on tap which made the whole meal (thai style Moules-frites and Escargot app) amazing. read more

The Food Drink Service and Ambiance are fantastic. You can come here dressed up or casually dressed. It's a very welcoming environment . read more

The service, ambiance, and pear cider (poiré) were all great. The food, not so much. It was the ides of March, so I started with a Ceasar salad. It was a very generous portion, but the dressing lacked the tang of Ceasar dressing. In addition, the bread cubes that were supposed to be croutons, were not at all crunchy. Just small cubes of white bread. The onion soup was a disappointment. The beef broth was tasty, but they used very thickly sliced red onions which weren't caramelized. Half of the bread on top of the soup wasn't toasted, and I don't think the cheese on top of the bread was Gruyère, but it was beautifully melted. The mussels, which are quintessential Belgian fair were even more disappointing. Again there was red onion. The traditional recipe calls for shallots. There was thyme in the broth but the broth was whiter than when I make moules marinières. Only about half of the mussels in the pot were edible. They either didn't open, or the shells were empty. There were only a few free-floating mussels compared to the number of empty shells. The fries were really top notch and the side of mayonnaise was totally Belgian, but unfortunately, the mayonnaise was very bland and not worth eating. read more

Every time I visit NYC, I go to BXL Zoute. A phenomenal selection of all the great Belgian beers combined with traditional Belgian food. They have a multiple selection of mussels (2 lbs) that will fit any taste. On my last visit I did the steak frites. Perfectly cooked. I love this place! read more

Second time for lunch, the food is very good, the ambiance is nice, however on both occasions the restaiurant was not busy and the service once the order was taken service was extremely slow. read more

Homestyle restaurant with very flavorful food. Both the mussels in white wine and beef carbonnade (both with fries) were excellent, shrimp croquettes (decent), and the liege waffles were excellent (and we added chocolate and ice cream). The only critique was the waitress was very preoccupied, even though it wasn't that crowded. However, the service was very friendly. Will definitely be back! read more

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We love this place! Good Food! We liked the Carbonade Flamande, Moules Frites the most! Comes with yummy salad or veggies and fries too! Also has good cocktails and beers, coffee, desserts and more! read more

This place is the greatest hidden gem in Gramercy. Music is perfect and matches the food. The service is on point and reminds me of old school charm. read more

Sundays = AYCE mussels ($29)! (I believe Mondays too based on others people's reviews) The first one I got Thailandaise, which I was worried would be too creamy/curry-ish but the flavor and broth was the perfect proportion of cream:water. The first pot you order is definitely the biggest. I noticed the next two I ordered were half the size. BXL one was good too and I loved finishing it off with the mariniere since it's the lightest in flavor and I was stuffed! Order comes with Stella and fries- so so good, especially when it's hot. Service was great. Our waitress was filling our water cups regularly and waiters/bus boys were cleaning up our mussel shells as soon as they filled up! read more

BXL Zoute - Thailandaise - Belgian Near Me - New York, New York

Fantastic service and excellent food! I ate at the bar and manager and bar tender were on point! Mussels and frites were direct from Belgium ! read more

My bf and I have never had Belgium food, so we branched out on Sunday to try this restaurant. The staff was amazing and I love the ambiance inside. There's a lot more space than what it appears to be on the outside. We ordered mussels frites and a Belgium version of a pot pie. The food was light enough that we did not feel like crashing afterwards, but filling enough to be content. Definitely check out this place!!! read more

I ate here quite a few months ago and enjoyed it. Recently went back. I ordered the mussels in shallots and wine. These were the worst mussels I have ever had. They were small and did not seem particularly fresh. I won't say bad or I wouldn't have eaten them, but I was starving and they had a slight fishy smell/taste. They were tasteless. I actually had to add salt to the sauce because it was so bland, and I generally don't salt my food much at all. But cooking without spices leaves food bland. Then I realized, the sauce was onion, not shallot. So the sauce I ordered was not the sauce I got. The fries that come with them were all pretty poorly prepared. Totally soggy rather than crisp. Total disappointment. I told the waiter I was not happy with the dish and that onions had been substituted for shallots which makes this a totally different dish. He said, yeah well that happens! later, a lovely waitress stopped by and asked how our meal was. I told her. She listened and apologized. Then suddenly after that encounter, the waiter comes back very apologetic. The music and noise level was so loud you couldn't hear yourself speak. My friend and I thought we had found a lovely little Belgian restaurant. But I won't be going back here! read more

The ambiance was nice, food was great! Service was splendid! Didn't wait too long to be served or tended to. Will definitely return. I has just stumbled upon here. read more

BXL Zoute - Creme Brûlée was amazing! - Belgian Near Me - New York, New York

Great beer selection, food, and service! I'm a big fan of Belgian beers and there aren't many other spots like this in the City. read more

BXL Zoute - Belgian Near Me - New York, New York

I've been here a few times, but only recently stopped by during this accursed slow-burning pandemic. Sadly, they've downsized the menu a bit due to COVID restrictions, needing to follow the KISS principal. I was really looking forward to the bone marrow, which is just what it sounds like; bit honking bones with some bone marrow in the middle, you have a little spoon and spoon it onto crackers. The first time I had it, being clueless on how to eat it, I just asked the people next to me who were eating it. That stuff is DIVINE and I sincerely hope it comes back after COVID-19 is dealt with. Same for the steak tartar; now I'm hungry just thinking about those two. The last time I was here, I had a lobster roll with a half order of fries, but then I once again was reminded "Oh right, I'm 6'6" (198 cm) and I need to eat more than your average person." I upgraded the fries to a full order. The lobster roll was delicious, did not skimp on the lobster, and the fries made McDonalds fries seem like soggy steak fries at a poor public school. My friend got the steak frites the last time I was here and.... it was a steak with fries. He devoured it without complaints. We've also gotten the mussels here before too, which come in your choice of broth. The beer selection here is also quite good, featuring some tasty beers from... well, Belgium. This isn't Budweiser or other still so you might to keep an eye on your tab. read more

BXL Zoute - Lobster roll with half-sized fries. - Belgian Near Me - New York, New York

After a different Belgian place I frequented closed, I was looking for another to get croquette du fromage and mussels. Happened to pass this place about a week before my parents' anniversary so we decided to come here. I made a reservation on open table and put in the special notes part that I'd like there to be a dessert with happy anniversary written on it. We get there and it's a really nice space. It opens up to the front so the ventilation is nice, not too loud, and a nice vibe. One note though, the ceilings may be a little low for people over 6'3. To start we go oysters, the avocado salads, and the croquettes I wanted. All were so amazing. And on sundays and Mondays for dinner they have all you can eat mussels! They have maybe 6 different broths to choose from. We got the classic and the wine and cream ones. The mussels were all fairly large - no disappointment there. At last for dessert the waiter gave me a little wink, acknowledging that he knew what was up. And so we got the waffles with strawberries with a nice congrats written on it! The service was so perfect. Our waitress was also very nice with one of the best smiles I've ever seen. So glad to have found a new Belgian place to frequent. read more

Cute neighborhood gem. We had the beet salad and French onion soup as appetizers and the Provençale mussels and Hawaiian croque-monsieur as mains and everything was delicious. Large portions for everything. We sat at the bar and the staff was attentive. Perfect cozy, laid-back date-night spot. read more

BXL Zoute - Beet salad - dirty martini - Belgian Near Me - New York, New York

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I didn't get to eat at the restaurant. The night before my reservation the manager called and said they were having a private event and he was canceling my reservation. I had made it on open table several weeks ago. I received a confirmation from the restaurant earlier in the day. I was shocked they called. Very bad management. The person blamed the hostess which was a poor excuse. He offered to buy me a glass of wine if I should dine there. Not much. I now have to try to make a reservation in the area which is difficult given it's Wednesday with matinees. Mistakes happen but this was a big screw up and the manager should have owned up to it and offered diner to my wife and I at another time. We eat out a lot and I really try not to write things unless I have a positive experience. In this instance it felt I was treated very poorly. read more

My boyfriend is French so he knows good mussels and we order them quite frequently when dining out. After trying a mediocre place, we decided to come here after he heard good things about he mussels. They're served up the authentic Belgian way - in a big 'ol pot with fries and mayo on the side. We each ordered a Belgian beer (I let him pick since I know nothing about this) and a pot of mussels each. I went with the tomato and basil mussels since I can't have cream-based sauces, and he chose another. Mine was a home run. Perfectly seasoned, topped with fennel, and a HUGE portion. I felt like I kept eating and eating and the mussels were still there. Totally worth the price. I tried one from his order too and they were great, but I loved the tomato basil and was really happy I ordered that one. The mussels, in general, were amazing. Perfectly plump, good quality, and not over cooked so you know they were fresh. I'll have trust issues getting mussels from anywhere else now. The ambiance here was charming too. We came while the World Cup games were still on so they had replays up on the big TV screens. I think this would be a cool date spot too if your date isn't afraid to dive into a huge cauldron of mussels and massive pile of fries. Can't wait to come back and try some other items, but the mussels are a must! read more

BXL Zoute - Belgian Near Me - New York, New York

Pork chop special was phenomenal. Came with candied-esque carrots on top and roasted potatoes. Sauce glazed over had a fruity tone to it which complimented the dish well. Definitely recommend and great selection of beer, wine and cocktails. Octopus appetizer was a bit too charred for my liking, but if you're into that, then go for it. Food was great overall. read more

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I have enjoyed this place for many years - until recently. At lunch time there were fewer than 6 customers inside. Having spent a career in the hospitalitty business, I offered to sit outside, figuring it would make the place look more popular. I gave my order to a waitress. That was the last time I saw her look at my table. I was never given a glass of water, she never asked what I wanted to drink (there goes another lost profit, as I always order a Martini). The busboy (or, "runner"), who has worked there many years, brought me a lovely bowl of fresh clam chowder and a house salad. A young lady with four dogs came by and sat at a table near me. The long-lost waitress came outside, greeted her effusively and immediately asked her if she would like to bring all the dogs inside the restaurant, which she did. Still I was completely ignored. There was no offer of dessert or coffee (there goes more profit, as I usually have dessert and cappuchino). Tired of waiting for the waitress, I walked inside and sat at the bar, intending to pay and leave. FINALLY the waitress stopped paying attention to the four dogs and brought me a check. I signed the voucher, and where it said "Tip" I wrote "Il n'y avait pas de service. La serveuse consacrait son temps aux chiens au lieu de s'occuper du client." But the food was delicious. read more

I can't say anything more than my partner and I WILL be back! It was phenomenal. Brennan, our bartender gave us a tour of the menu and the Filet Mingon Steak Tartare was to DIE for! Plus - every Monday is all you can eat mussels. They were so tender and delicious - especially the Thai curry mussels. The ambiance was lovely and not too loud so we could have a proper conversation. read more

Such a sweet, good energy spot! I was headed to the vegan place By Chloe but once I got inside it was filled with those holier than thou vegan nazi types, which rub me the wrong way since I've been eating that way since about 16 when it was super uncool. All this attitude now with plant based eaters is ridiculous. I could not stay in that horrid energy and turned right around to Zoute's lovely French style patio filled with gorgeous plants and nice well mannered and good energy patrons - a very European, civilized ambience. It was Sunday brunch and the selection was simply perfect. I opted for a Caesar with salmon and turned away the bread and wine only because I was full from indulging the previous day. On other tables I saw mussels, pastas and omelettes - everything looked fantastic. The servers were also very pleasant and attentive. Truly, a lovely experience. The wine list looked great as did the extensive beer options and I will partake in dessert in the future. Too bad this place wasn't there when I lived in Chelsea - at the start of the gentrification - as it is simply the perfect neighborhood spot. I do highly recommend as it was lovely. Romantic even if you are dining solo. read more

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