The Mussel Pot — Restaurant in Melbourne

The Mussel Pot is an absolute gem tucked away in the charming A Shed laneway off Queen Street. If you're a fan of fresh and delicious mussels, this place is an absolute must-visit. During my two visits, I had the pleasure of trying different flavours, and each time was a delightful experience. The Chilli Coconut, White Wine with Cream, and Grilled 1/2 Dozens were all absolutely fantastic! However, my personal favourite has to be the Chilli Coconut - it had the perfect balance of flavours and just the right amount of kick to make it unforgettable. The Mussel Pot has become my go-to spot, especially when visiting the Victoria Market. It's the perfect place to warm up on a chilly morning with its comforting mussels. The grilled garlic butter and breadcrumbs mussels and the steamed Chilli mussels were exceptional and left me craving more. The freshness of the mussels here is evident, and the selection of flavours they offer is impressive. Waiting in line is definitely worth it, as you won't find mussels like these elsewhere in town. The combination of flavours and the way they are cooked is truly outstanding. If you haven't tried the Chilli Coconut Cream, you're missing out - it's a flavour explosion that will leave your taste buds dancing! The Mussel Pot has won me over with its top-notch service, cozy atmosphere, and most importantly, its unbeatable mussels. Whether you're a seafood enthusiast or just looking to try something new, make sure to stop by this culinary delight. A visit to Queen Victoria's Market wouldn't be complete without savouring the delights of The Mussel Pot. Highly...

After visiting three times over the past few years to indulge in my favorite mussels, I’m happy to say the quality has remained consistently excellent. I first discovered this gem back in November 2021, right after the pandemic, tucked into a cozy corner of Queen Victoria Market. It’s a charming setup — almost like a street-style pull cart where the mussels are cooked fresh. Though there’s usually a short queue, the wait is only about 5–10 minutes.

Seating is self-service, so it’s best to come with a friend — one can grab a table while the other queues for food. The menu offers several sauce options, and after trying most of them, I’d say the white wine version is my top pick — it brings out the natural flavor of the mussels beautifully. It is plump and juicy. The cheese option comes next, though it can be a bit rich. The spicy coconut cream base is perfect if you’re in the mood for something with an Asian twist. I found the red wine and chili base to be just average, while the steamed mussels were decent as well. The familiar auntie who was there only last 2 visits were not there today.

Each pot is priced between $14–$19 and comes with one or two slices of bread. It’s a simple yet satisfying experience, especially if you grab a drink from one of the nearby stalls to enjoy alongside your mussels. Always a pleasure...

One of the best mussels place in Melbourne. Located right at Queen Victoria market along the small vegetable stalls. A mussel like shaped store with teny tiny chairs and tables around for sitting, with small flower pot around the bench. This has been one of my favourite go to for mussels for the past 4 years. Weekend gets busier and so during the weekdays. Over the years, the service and taste remained the same if anything, better than so many other places. Every time I go there I always order the chilli mussels hot hot hot 🔥 as I like it that way and Mr. Mussels makes it with a bright smile.

They also have cheese and coconut and other options, which are fairly good. Good food and amazing ambience 👏

Will definitely recommend this if you are visiting Queen Victoria Marlet.

Update: over the years there has been some changes. Looks like they employed some new staff. The mussel isn’t the same as before. Recent experience left me sore taste in my mouth. Requested the regular and it was nothing like the ones it used to be. Chillies was nothing like chillies mussel and the quantity is lesser than before and very less soup ( last pic is the...