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tuna salmon tartare black caviar - Mollusca, New York, NY

Mollusca

4.5
4.5
124 Reviews
$50 and over
Seafood
Welcome to Mollusca, Meatpacking's newest premier seafood restaurant! Featuring 35 signature mussel varieties from acclaimed Chef Gianmaria Sapia, hailing from the Liguria region of Italy. The extensive raw bar led by Chef Christian Bonilla, greets you upon entering the chic dining room. With an entire wall of retractable glass doors, diners are immersed in the beauty of the historic, brick-laid Gansevoort Street. Relax and enjoy our extensive menu consisting of caviar, oysters & mussels, a japanese raw bar, and a collection of exquisite fish entrées, as well as our handmade pastas. A full wine & cocktail bar complete the experience, leaving our guests in a world of ecstasy.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Asian, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Fri 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Wed 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (212) 970-1818
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Gianmaria Sapia
  • Neighborhood
    Meatpacking District
  • Cross street
    Hudson St, Gansevoort St
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    14th St A,C,E,L subway lines
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 124 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on all time ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

124 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    Do not waste your money. This is the type of place that thinks expensive items make good food (ie gold flakes on some unidentifiable paste). Food was so bad we left mid meal and ran to a bar to do shots to disinfect our stomachs. Service was terrible we got our cocktails after our main course arrived. They practically threw the food at us. The staff was not rude they just sucked. Never again there are many good places nearby.

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  2. cooper

    New York Area

    20 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    Lovely staff but inexperienced. There was a big problem with two simple entrees being cooked with the wrong ingredients. It was not corrected and we were charged for 1 of the 2. They should not have charged us for either, they did not check on us after the entrees arrived for a while and one was eaten. The lobster was fishy, not sweet and fresh in the lobster roll. The salads were great but too much finishing salt. Beautiful space and presentation needs staff training especially at these prices.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Muy ruidoso La comida no sorprendió para los valores.

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  4. JMLJr

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Overall enjoyed our visit to the restaurant. We came for unique culinary options, which we had, and enjoyed the overall atmosphere, and the DJ was definitely helping to create the vibe. Their scallops and paella were delectable!

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  5. DAVIDM

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 16, 2023

    overall1food2service2ambience1
    Food was okay. Noise was intolerable. DJ playing "YMCA" for Dinner at 7pm? WTF? Place is trying so hard to be hip and cool it's pathetic. 4 skimpy plates will set you back $150+tip. As a bonus, you'll leave with a migraine. Have fun. For us, never again.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. AlexandraB

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 12, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    We love this place but found that the prices are now double from what it used to be. Not sure we will go back.

    2 people found this helpful

  7. LordBrut

    New York Area

    70 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Always amazing. Food is superb and setting is very classy.

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  8. JulissaE

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mollusca was such a cute experience. All of the staff was attentive and friendly. The live Jazz band was amazing as well

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  9. Lamentfromalocal

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, service and ambiance. We have had many wonderful meals there. They can do better with pricing their wine list which I believe is overpriced.

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  10. KristinaJ

    Dallas

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience5
    Disappointing experience! The interior and the ambiance are absolutely stunning. However, the service we received was quite poor, considering how much we paid. Our server would ignore us when we tried to get their attention; she was rude at times. We noticed that it happened to other guests and not just us. The food was good - it wasn't anything special. My main course was about 40 minutes delayed and they comped a glass of prosecco. Overall, sadly wasn't impressed!

    1 person found this helpful

  11. eatwell35

    New York Area

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great sushi sashimi selections and wonderful ambiance combined with live music. Definitely returning.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Food, ambiance and vibe was very good. However only drawback was that we had 8pm reservations and weren’t seated until 9:15pm.

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  13. jfs2665

    Greater Boston

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The waffle with popcorn shrimp and hot honey was terrific, but was equaled by the Tagliatelle and lobster. Both were excellent!!

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  14. Fran

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall3food1service3ambience3
    Not worth the $$. Tiny portions and astronomical prices

    1 person found this helpful

  15. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food2service4ambience4
    The wash rooms were clean, the service was great and ambience was lovely. The music was a tad louder than I thought it would be but I was expecting the live music going into my dinner. Unfortunately the food/drinks was not worth the price point. I don’t think I would’ve enjoyed the food even if it was cheaper.

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  16. MarciaN

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Loved the tagliatelle and the salmon rolls!! The ambiance was fun and energetic! Definitely recommend.

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  17. MiroslavaL

    New York Area

    23 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience3
    I never leave bad reviews, but this was 0-3. Food was below average. Petite seafood platter was missing half of the items. Service was worse than the food. T is was a Red lobster experience for the price of fine dining.

    1 person found this helpful

  18. AbdelB

    Miami

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience and very tasty food - followed some of the house recommendations and was not disappointed. Generous mussels portions and the Salmon & Tuna tartare is a must-try. Highly recommend and will surely be back. Great service too!

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Drinks were great! Stared at the bar while waiting for our table and the last guest of our party to join us. We had 8pm reservations on a Saturday night. We got to the bar at 8:10 and finally sat at our booth (large, comfortable for 5+people) at 9:30! The table was not cleaned off when we sat down. The wait was a turn off but the food was great. The staff was busy and a bit rushed. We ordered another round, but it didn’t come. So our server kindly offered us a round of champagne while the drinks were rushed. Curry coconut mussels ***** the sauce was amazing. Empanadas were great too. Occasion: celebrating my mom’s birthday. Party size:4 Loud and energetic music; sexy dark lighting; good food; great drinks.

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  20. DonJ

    Miami

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Going to Mollusca for the first time was a great experience. I showed up five minute late to my RSVP (still had 10 extra minutes grace period) and they greeted me with smiles and great energy! I was brought over to the bar as i was waiting for my other guest and for a table and the Bartenders were amazing, friendly and tentative, Some thing pretty hard to accomplish at a HIGH ENERGY, full bar, lux place like this place. Once I got to the table I was greeted immediately to a friendly face and had great service from the service assistance. My only complaint was the serving size and pricing for the Branzino, I'm used to being served a full sized for a Branzino but for Mollusca, they did serve me a Fillet. The portion wasn't an appetizer size buuut I don't think I would call it an entrée. Overall, the cocktails and food were great, beautiful space! Great for dates and/or special occasion.

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  21. Nishaluxury

    New York Area

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Had a great experience at Mollusca went for brunch the service and the ambiance is amazing the decor is nice the drinks are great we had the white wine/garlic mussels, & calamari for appetizers and it was delicious for entree we had the Japanese pancakes (a little overcooked but still good) & the popcorn shrimp Belgian waffles…only downside to this is it does not come with syrup but hot honey they do not have syrup at all not sure who’s eating waffles with hot honey… we enjoyed the appetizers better than the entree

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful place, service and great food. I loved 🥰 this restaurant

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome spot for a date night. Open rolls are amazing, the lobster tagliatelle were beyond my expectations. Definitely will be back

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  24. Raymond1

    New York Area

    64 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was excellent. The service was superb . The food was amazing and the ambiance was truly luxurious. The young lady performed which added to the most enjoyable evening. I will definitely return!

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  25. Sahark

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great ambiance and perfect spot for a date night w/ causal live music. The clams were mouth watering. Would go back again!

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The bartender Anastasia was such a gem. Beautiful restaurant

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall1food5service1ambience5
    This was our 4th time at this restaurant. Everything had been perfect until tonight.. The restaurant was nearly empty and it took forever to get our Bar drink. Then we received no food at all for 25 minutes.. Once we started complaining things started to appear.. the meal was ruined and we will not return. Prior visits were so great.. they dropped the ball tonight.

    1 person found this helpful

  28. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday drinks for wife! Excellent customer service, ambience and photo opportunities. We will be back!

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  29. Elizabeth

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The place is beautiful, the good is delicious and great service. We enjoyed

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  30. EllenM

    Chicago

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The mussels and all of the sauces were great. Try the dessert mussels - they looked odd but were delicious. Complimentary Prosecco with lunch that was a nice touch. We were there for Saturday lunch and the music was way too loud for noon. It was hard to hear one another. It started at a reasonable level and then got amped up - no thanks. The restaurant itself is a beautiful space. Very elegant.

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  31. VeraY

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    Fun place! Modern. While the menu is nice the food is only okay. Expected better based on the rest of the place being so trendy.

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  32. MargotL

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience3
    Service was very slow and inattentive. Food is good, though.

    1 person found this helpful

  33. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mussels arabista where delicious

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience4
    Poor service with expensive food for a sub-par experience

    2 people found this helpful

  35. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just perfect

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Expected so much more. Food for restaurant week was average. Wait for a good and drink was very loooong. The only good thing was limoncello spritz, oysters and crème brûlée

    1 person found this helpful

  37. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience1
    This is the worst service experience I have had in my adult life. We were seated 30 minutes late, we never got our appetizers. IT WAS TERRIBLE!!!

    2 people found this helpful

  38. WaHaTom

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    Something went seriously sideways with reservations and took forever to get a table even though we had a reservation. Big problems with the food - they are doing unique and different things which is great. But these were probably the sandiest mussels I’ve ever had - downright gritty. The raw fish plates were interesting but just didnt work - there’s a reason spicy tuna is hidden inside of a roll and not piped on top of a rice cracker.

    2 people found this helpful

  39. Findingfood

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience2
    Food was delicious and beautifully presented. We were there on a Friday night with a live DJ so it was a bit loud.

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  40. LeopoldoGout

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Loveley staff Wonderful people Food solid but the staff was what was the best

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Mollusca does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Mollusca is rated 4.5 stars by 124 OpenTable diners.

Not bookable

This restaurant is temporarily offline. Please contact the restaurant directly or check back shortly for availability.

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Google Map for Mollusca

1 Little W 12th St, New York, NY 10014-1302

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Hudson St, Gansevoort St
  • Neighborhood
    Meatpacking District
  • Hours of operation
    Fri 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Wed 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Asian, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    14th St A,C,E,L subway lines
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Gianmaria Sapia
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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