Perfect Mussels

 A hearty helping of steamed mussels nestled in a bowl of savory broth is one of my favorite meals when dining out. I have enjoyed this succulent repast in restaurants in San Diego, New York City, Boston and other cities whenever possible.  In Paris I usually find my way to one of the many Léon de Bruxelles locations or a local bistro that has it on its menu.   After enjoying many, many such delicious bowlfuls of these tender morsels of the sea I can safely say that I have now found perfectly prepared mussels in Providence, Rhode Island. 

To achieve their optimum taste consistency mussels should be steamed in wine or broth to the point of “just cooked”, or about medium rare.  Cooking them beyond this point toughens the mussels and they become chewy; losing the delicate juices that otherwise titillates our palates.   Prepared to the point of “near-done” they are always moist and tender, transforming a simple bowl of unpretentious seafood into a memorable taste experience. 

Steamed PEI Mussels

Without exceptions, one of the finest examples of perfectly prepared mussels is thankfully right here in Providence Rhode Island at the Waterman Grille. I have relished their offering of steamed mussels on several occasions now.  Each and every time they are cooked to absolute perfection—tender and juicy!  Not only are their mussels a delight to savor, the presentation is as appealing as they are delicious.  Carefully arranged on a white oval platter, the black shells with their shimmering morsels exposed lay waiting to be savored. Topped with grilled herb bread to absorb the succulent white wine-butter broth, the Waterman Grille’s steamed mussels are a joy to behold.   

Chef Kevin

This is not to say that only the steamed mussels at the Waterman Grille are perfectly prepared.  Quite the contrary; their crispy calamari, tender Hanger Steak, the flavor-rich Waterman Burger and all of their offerings are always consistently prepared to perfection and presented in an attractive, appetizing fashion.  Our many visits to the Waterman Grille have spoiled us to the point that we now expect perfection every time we dine there and we have never been disappointed.

Waterman Grille

Four Richmond Square

Providence, RI 02906

 (401) 521-9229

www.watermangrille.com