Best Mussel Dishes in Chicago
3 restaurants compared
Price range: $22.00 – $22.00
Avg recommendation: 91%
Top 3 Mussel Dishes in Chicago (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 3 restaurants:
- White Curry Noodles at Valhalla, (Wicker Park)
- Scallop with Sherry Butter and Mussel Bagna Cauda at Feld, (Ukrainian Village)
- Mussels & Frites at Hopleaf Bar — 91% recommended, $22.00 (Andersonville)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 3 Mussel Dishes
#1
White Curry Noodles
ValhallaWicker Park·$$$$
Silky noodles in a coconut-based curry broth topped with grilled mussels.
Tip: This course exemplifies the restaurant's philosophy — Indian technique applied to high-quality seafood with Nordic restraint.
#2
Scallop with Sherry Butter and Mussel Bagna Cauda
FeldUkrainian Village·$$$$
Seared scallop with brown butter, sherry, and mussel-infused anchovy sauce.
Tip: This dish showcases why the chef trained in France — technique is refined but never showy, and ingredients are treated with respect.
#391% recommend
Mussels & Frites
Hopleaf BarAndersonville·$$
$22.00
Atlantic mussels from Prince Edward Island cooked in Belgian ale, served with hand-cut fries and aioli.
Tip: Ask your server which Belgian ale they're cooking with today—it changes seasonally and affects the flavor profile. Pair it with the same beer for maximum effect.