Café Angus’ Bistro

258 West 44th Street

(between 7th and 8th Avenues)

If you are looking for a non-touristy spot for a meal in the Theater District, Café Angus’ Bistro is a wonderful gem of a choice.

Located next to John’s Pizzeria, there is a secret alleyway entrance along with a main entrance.

The menu is a mix of Belgian bistro meets Scottish fare.

We started off with Scotch Eggs—egg yolks wrapped in sausage. Hearty fare, indeed!

 

Along with Ratatouille Bianco. Interesting . . .

 

And in a Belgian bistro a must-order dish is the steamed mussels. Café Angus prepares its mussels with white wine, cream, peas, and bacon. Sauce was absolutely delicious.

 

Of course we ordered a side of their truffle fries (drizzled with truffle oil)

And regular fries to dip in the yummy mussel sauce.

The truffle fries absolutely put the regular fries to shame.

Pros:

Easily one of the best steamed mussels in the city.

Truffle fries!!!

Cons:

Service seemed a bit overwhelmed—we arrived after a matinee show around pre-dinner time—but the crowds arrived early and they were understaffed.

Final Thoughts

Would definitely return for the fries and mussels if in the neighborhood.