Mollusca

Welcome to Mollusca, a hidden gem in the heart of Chelsea that offers a unique dining experience combining Italian cuisine, cocktail bars, and fresh seafood. Located at 1 Little W 12th St in New York City, Mollusca is the perfect spot for a romantic date night or a gathering with friends.

The ambiance at Mollusca is described as dark, romantic, and upscale, making it the ideal setting for a memorable dining experience. The restaurant offers a variety of amenities, including reservations, waiter service, and a full bar, ensuring that every guest is well taken care of.

One of the highlights of Mollusca is their extensive menu of seafood dishes, with a particular emphasis on mussels. Customers rave about the mussels and fries, which come with a wide selection of sauces to choose from. From classic flavors like garlic and oil to unique options like condensed milk Wasabi and salted caramel & popcorn, there is something for every palate.

In addition to the mussels, guests also recommend trying the raw oysters, truffle pasta, gyoza, fried calamari, lobster roll, and ceviche misto. The diverse menu at Mollusca ensures that there is something for everyone to enjoy.

While some customers have noted minor issues with service, the overall consensus is overwhelmingly positive when it comes to the food and ambiance at Mollusca. Whether you're a seafood lover, a fan of Italian cuisine, or simply looking for a unique dining experience in NYC, Mollusca is a must-visit destination that is sure to impress.

Mollusca Menu

Location

Address: 1 Little W 12th St New York, NY 10014
Phone: (212) 970-1818

🕓 Work Hours
MON Closed
TUE Closed
WED 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
THU 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)
FRI 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM (Next day)
SAT 4:00 PM - 1:00 AM (Next day)
SUN 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Business info

  • Takes Reservations
    Yes
  • Intimate, Romantic, Upscale
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Best nights on Saturday
    Yes
  • Full Bar
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Jennifer L.

    03 October 2023

    Absolutely love this spot in Chelsea for a late night drink and quick bite. The ambiance is dark and romantic, servers are quick and attentive, and the mussels + fries with a wide variety of sauces to choose from are a must-get.

  • Author: Angel H.

    19 June 2023

    Parking is absolutely terrible but food is worth it! The raw oysters are absolutely phenomenal, so fresh and sweet with the perfect amount of brine. The mussels are a must get. There's like a million sauces you can choose from. We also got the truffle pasta which was amazing. Every bite was super rich and creamy. Will definitely come back again.

  • Author: Laura Z.

    05 June 2023

    TLDR: really great food and ambiance but just OK service We came to Mollusca for a team celebration and the ambiance of this place is 10/10. The interior is impeccably decorated and so beautiful! The service was decent for the most part, except our server forgot and lost our mains order (which added another 40-50 minutes to our wait time). In terms of food, everything was great. My favorites were the calamari (so crispy and light) and the burrata (can never go wrong - so delish)

  • Author: Keia H.

    07 April 2023

    I don't even know where to start... delicious seafood, the amazing waiter, or the live jazz music?!? I have had my eye on this place for a while after coming across a video on IG. Being a lover of French styled mussels and frites, also a huge jazz fan... I found my way to Mollusca after securing a reservation. The waiter, who goes by L.V... his actual initials, was extremely knowledgeable about the menu and pairings. We ordered the ceviche, coconut curry mussels, and the branzino. 10s across the board!!!! The band had just set up and began its set when we received our first glass of wine and was in a full swing of scatting and improvising by the time our mussels touched the table. If you like great ambiance, music, and delicious seafood... don't walk...run!

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