After visiting Antwerp, Belgium, Vincent from Brasserie den Antigoon told me to visit a bar in New York City called BXL Café. So when I got back home, I made it a point to go. BXL Café has such a great vibe. It’s got that cool dive bar feel but with the charm and energy of a real Belgian spot. The space feels cozy and laid-back, the kind of place where you can just relax and hang out for a while without feeling rushed.
We came for the Monday night unlimited mussels special, which they also do on Sundays, and it did not disappoint. The special was $40 and worth every penny. The food was really good, and the mussels just kept coming. The beers were just as impressive. I had a few that brought me right back to Belgium, the same kind of flavors and vibe I got when I visited Brasserie den Antigoon in Antwerp.
The staff here made the whole experience even better. I met one of the managers and the bartender, and they were both awesome. Super friendly, easygoing, and full of laughs. It was one of those nights where you just sit back, have a good drink, laugh a lot, and forget about the stress of the day. I’ll definitely be back. 🍻🇧🇪
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I Troyanovsky (investigator)
Love this Place! Delicious food and nice service! Recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sabrina Hersom
They charged us for a meal we didn’t get!’I asked for a beyond burger with cheese and they were out so I ordered the gnocchi. They not only charged us for the burger they charged us for the cheese as well!. Someone else in my party paid for the bill so they didn’t look at the receipt until they got home. I tried calling the number on the receipt and it’s a phone number to no where!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Terixo Smitix
The kitchen delivers consistent quality with every order. This spot has a memorable feel. The staff demonstrated consistent warmth. The meal sizes exceed expectations. BXL Cafe offers the perfect intimate venue.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Van Firth
If you ignore the English being spoken, you feel like you’re in a brown cafe in Brugge. A crowd of regulars, some of the best bitterballen you’ll find in the US, authentic moules frites (marinière is the traditional), and Hoegaarden on tap - the complete experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jude Jhons
This spot has earned my complete trust over time. We got our food when expected. A good place nearby with delicious offerings. Their staff treats customers with respect. I support this restaurant.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Lauren
This is a hidden gem in the heart of Times Square! Food was great and service was fantastic! The perfect place to grab a meal before a show!
inge
We love BXL, the food is excellent, best mussels outside of France/Brussels. Fries with mayonnaise, YES. And the staff is knowledgeable, efficient and so nice and welcoming. We can highly recommend!
Shelley Harrison
The experience here represents perfection on a plate. Every worker shows patience and understanding. This spot has visual impact. Their food tastes better with fresh components. This restaurant provided quality throughout.
Great spot to duck away from Times square have a snack and a bite.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Coleman
Good food, beer, service, authentic Belgian ambience. On a busy Saturday night, it was much too LOUD. The problem was not the guests, but all the hard surfaces—walls, floor, ceiling, etc. It needs more sound-absorbing surfaces and fewer sound-reflecting surfaces.
Richard
Great fun and great food at BXL with friends. The service/hospitality was excellent and the food delicious. I travel to Belgium frequently and I thought the food was very authentic. Super convenient for pre-show dinner for Town Hall events.
Jon Wyatt
The frites were incredible
Food: 5
Service: 5
Veri
Very nice, speedy servers, reasonably priced, and theater-going convenience make for a good choice for the area. Excellent fries.
Best beer and banter
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
After visiting Antwerp, Belgium, Vincent from Brasserie den Antigoon told me to visit a bar in New York City called BXL Café. So when I got back home, I made it a point to go. BXL Café has such a great vibe. It’s got that cool dive bar feel but with the charm and energy of a real Belgian spot. The space feels cozy and laid-back, the kind of place where you can just relax and hang out for a while without feeling rushed.
We came for the Monday night unlimited mussels special, which they also do on Sundays, and it did not disappoint. The special was $40 and worth every penny. The food was really good, and the mussels just kept coming. The beers were just as impressive. I had a few that brought me right back to Belgium, the same kind of flavors and vibe I got when I visited Brasserie den Antigoon in Antwerp.
The staff here made the whole experience even better. I met one of the managers and the bartender, and they were both awesome. Super friendly, easygoing, and full of laughs. It was one of those nights where you just sit back, have a good drink, laugh a lot, and forget about the stress of the day. I’ll definitely be back. 🍻🇧🇪
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this Place! Delicious food and nice service!
Recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
They charged us for a meal we didn’t get!’I asked for a beyond burger with cheese and they were out so I ordered the gnocchi. They not only charged us for the burger they charged us for the cheese as well!. Someone else in my party paid for the bill so they didn’t look at the receipt until they got home. I tried calling the number on the receipt and it’s a phone number to no where!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The kitchen delivers consistent quality with every order. This spot has a memorable feel. The staff demonstrated consistent warmth. The meal sizes exceed expectations. BXL Cafe offers the perfect intimate venue.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If you ignore the English being spoken, you feel like you’re in a brown cafe in Brugge. A crowd of regulars, some of the best bitterballen you’ll find in the US, authentic moules frites (marinière is the traditional), and Hoegaarden on tap - the complete experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This spot has earned my complete trust over time. We got our food when expected. A good place nearby with delicious offerings. Their staff treats customers with respect. I support this restaurant.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
This is a hidden gem in the heart of Times Square! Food was great and service was fantastic! The perfect place to grab a meal before a show!
We love BXL, the food is excellent, best mussels outside of France/Brussels. Fries with mayonnaise, YES. And the staff is knowledgeable, efficient and so nice and welcoming. We can highly recommend!
The experience here represents perfection on a plate. Every worker shows patience and understanding. This spot has visual impact. Their food tastes better with fresh components. This restaurant provided quality throughout.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
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Great spot to duck away from Times square have a snack and a bite.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good food, beer, service, authentic Belgian ambience. On a busy Saturday night, it was much too LOUD. The problem was not the guests, but all the hard surfaces—walls, floor, ceiling, etc. It needs more sound-absorbing surfaces and fewer sound-reflecting surfaces.
Great fun and great food at BXL with friends. The service/hospitality was excellent and the food delicious. I travel to Belgium frequently and I thought the food was very authentic. Super convenient for pre-show dinner for Town Hall events.
The frites were incredible
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very nice, speedy servers, reasonably priced, and theater-going convenience make for a good choice for the area. Excellent fries.
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