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Very fresh mussels and recommend to have a taste.Extra mussel is $2 each. We only ordered half dozen, should have ordered the whole dozen. Love them, the staff are very friendly and nice too. The chowder is very creamy and rich.We came back again fo next day,tried another restaurant called “Mussel Pot” decided to come back, I do recommend Mills Bay , best grilled mussels in town. View all feedback.
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We went to 12 and had the broken cuddles and garlic butterms, they came with chips and mayo. many outdoor seating and directly over the street is a few picnic b...
read moreSuper friendly staff, good mood. tried the clam plated, thought it would be good . . . . . it was excellent!
Fantastic mussel tasting for two, full taste and tastes very fresh. wanted to try the mussel-chowder, but we were too full!
Good food and friendly service . Reasonable price and good sized portions! Lovely fresh crusty bread served with mussels! Nice salad. Mum enjoyed her fish and c...
read moreTasting platter $38 filled the two of us up. Grilled w breadcrumbs was the best.
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read moreNestled by a picturesque marina, Mills Bay has quickly emerged as a must-visit destination for mussel aficionados. Renowned for its incredibly fresh mussels, the restaurant offers a delectable tasting platter alongside grilled varieties, with standout flavors like garlic butter and Thai curry. Visitors rave about the creamy chowder and the friendly, attentive service, making it an inviting spot for locals and tourists alike. Although some diners noted limited and uncomfortable seating, the vibrant atmosphere and exceptional food more than compensate. For those exploring Havelock, a stop at Mills Bay promises a memorable culinary experience that truly shines in the mussel capital of the world.
This is a must if you’re a mussel lover like me, tried a few other places in Havelock but this one outshines them all in our experience! The battered fish was d...
read moreGreat friendly service. Never had a mussel pie before... wow best pie ever!! Highly recommended stop if you're looking for a tasty meal. I will visit again on m...
read moreYet another top score spot for Chasing a Plate. This place has stunning food. What a beautiful lunch in the sun. By far the way best mussels in Havelock (the mu...
read moreAbsolutely the best mussels in the South Island !You have to try the steamed or grilled !
Everything was fantastic. We had steamed mussels and the garlic crusted ones. The fries and salad were excellent too. I only wish I could have had a beer : We w...
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read moreThe food at this restaurant is fantastic. The chowder was amazing, the garlic mussels were delicious, and the staff was delightful. It was so nice to sit outsid...
read moreThe mussels at Mills Bay are incredibly fresh and highly recommended. An extra mussel can be added for $2 each. We initially ordered only half a dozen but wishe...
read moreThe service, location, and food at this restaurant were excellent! I loved the mussel tasting platter and would highly recommend anyone passing through Havelock...
read moreVery nice local mussels, it almost makes you feel like eating seafood overseas. Just too expensive, considering 12 mussels (1kg) for $22 (which used to be $18.5...
read moreAbsolutely mind blowing experience, the mussels are so fresh and so good, I actually changed my opinion on mussel in general, it made me enjoy and love eating m...
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