Cock Bowl Belgian Bistro - OCCOQUAN

If you like mussels, this is a great place to go! They have a huge variety of mussel pots, and it's even better if you go with other people and try the different flavors of mussels that they have. They give you great portions, and the broth at the end is delicious enough to drink right out of the pot (though they do offer bread for dipping). The Merguez (harissa and lamb) was flavorful, but was surprisingly not as spicy as I thought it was going to be. The Brew-ha-ha was probably the best of all three that we ordered. The smoked salmon appetizer was very good too, and was a perfect starter to our seafood dinner. Next time I want to try the steak because it looked delicious when other people ordered it. They have a great variety of Belgian beers, including sour and funky beers if that's your thing. The staff was very nice and accommodating. My only wish is that it was a bigger restaurant, because at peak time all the tables were full and it was very crowded and loud in there. However, I understand that it's in Occoquan which is small itself, so space can be hard to come by. Recommend making reservations so that you ensure a seat in the restaurant.

Nice place tucked into a protected area of Occoquan. It has a great seating area outside with shade. Food was good and different. I had muscles with sausage and potato, served in a pot with fries on the side. Good selection of Belgian beers on the menu but they seemed to be out of several. Wish they had some on tap instead of just can/bottle. I will visit again. Food: 4

Ordered the Chicken and Steak sandwiches. The meat on both was under seasoned if seasoned at all. The steak was however very tender. Otherwise the food was quite average. My favorite part was actually the Dijon vinaigrette lol. The mussels looked and smelled amazing at other tables so this may be the thing to order here. Servers were nice but not attentive. Had to get our own menus after not being greeted for a long time. Patio area is nice.

We go back time and time again ... love the mussels, the music, the service, the owner it's all good and if the weather's good, sitting outside is an added bonus. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $20–30

If you are in Occoquan, you must eat at this quaint Belgian bistro! Delightful place...the French onion soup and the salads were wonderful. The mussels bowl was perfectly done and outstanding. The service was attentive and efficient a special shout out to Heather our excellent waitresse! : The outdoor patio was a wonderful dining experience!!! Service: Dine in