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Hav & Mar

$30 and under

Seafood

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 48 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Charming

Hav & Mar is a vibrant seafood house from Chef Marcus Samuelsson located in the renowned arts district of Chelsea, NYC. The stunning dining room and dazzling bar, a mix of contemporary and classical design, features original work throughout by award-winning artist Derrick Adams. Chef Samuelsson and Executive Chef Fariyal Abdullahi's energetic and globally inspired menu focuses on thoughtfully sourced seafood and seasonal greenmarket produce. Gracious hospitality, show-stopping cocktails, and a groundbreaking wine list spotlighting BIPOC and female producers contribute to Hav & Mar's convivial and festive atmosphere. Among many accolades, Hav & Mar holds two stars from The New York Times.

Why they're an Icon

JAMES BEARD Semifinalist
2023
MICHELIN Plate
2023

From the OpenTable editors: Combining his Swedish upbringing and Ethiopian heritage, celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson gives New Yorkers an innovative, seafood-forward fusion spot that could only come from him. The two cuisines blend beautifully in dishes like berbere-cured salmon served with apple water and avocado that earned this Chelsea hotspot two stars from the NY Times. It's all served in a vibrant space with sculptures from famed artist and restaurant partner Derrick Adams on the walls.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu 1:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 328-8041
Website
https://www.havandmar.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Located in the landmark Starrett-Lehigh building at the corner of 26th Street and 11th Avenue in Chelsea, steps south of Hudson Yards, Hav & Mar offers vibrant private and semi-private event spaces appropriate for any occasion, accommodating groups as intimate as 6 and as grand as 250.

Location
245 11th Ave, New York, NY 10001
Award-winning
1. JAMES BEARD 2023
2. MICHELIN Plate 2023
Neighborhood
Chelsea
Cross street
NW corner of W. 26th and 11th Ave
Parking details
Nearby Garages: 550 W. 25th Street 555 West 24th Street
Public transit
7 train stops at 34th St Hudson Yards | C and E trains stop at 23rd St | 1 train stops at 23rd & 28th St | <br />R and W trains stop at 28th St | A, C, E, 1, 2, and 3 trains stop at 34th Street Penn Station
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

MS+West Elm Hav & Mar Dining Experience
$85.00 per person
Nov 2, 2024 - Dec 28, 2024
To celebrate chef Marcus’s debut collection in collaboration with West Elm, you’re invited to a limited-time dining experience at Hav & Mar, exclusively bookable on OpenTable from November 1 through December 31, 2024. The three-course, family-style menu will be served using items from the collection, and will highlight the inspirations behind both the food and designs: Marcus’s Ethiopian heritage, Swedish upbringing and New York City home base. And there's always a chance that Marcus might swing by your table to say hi. Available for parties of 4-8 ppl. See above the photos above for the menu.Please email info@havandmar.com with any questions.
Thanksgiving Jubilee Feast
$110.00 per person
Nov 28, 2024 only
Buffet Style Celebration Featuring A Market Table of Culinary Delights from Chefs Fariyal Abdullahi & Marcus Samuelsson 1:00 PM-8:00 PM Adults $110 | Kids 6-13 $55 | Kids 5 & Under Free Please see our website for our offerings

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What 525 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Hav & Mar offers a vibrant dining experience with "phenomenal" food, a "unique" blend of Swedish and Ethiopian flavors, and a lively atmosphere. The "great service" and innovative cocktails complement the creative menu. While some service hiccups are noted, the restaurant remains a "must-visit" for NYC dining enthusiasts.

526 Reviews

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Anita
New York City
60 reviews
vip
5.0
60 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We ordered breadbasket tuna tartare and salmon for the table. All excellent! We also loved our main dishes- pasta fish and mushroom curry. Our waiter Axel took great care of us!! Interesting food in an interesting space!!
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Heather
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The menu was ecclectic. Highly recommend the blue cornbread, tuna tartare and the wild mushroom curry. We tried several of their cocktails. Favourites were Express Yourself and Hav & Martini. For a large restaurant, it was surprisingly quiet. Servers were attentive. Definitely recommend.
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Karen
New York City
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Elegant venue, professional and friendly staff, amazing food! We will be back!
Hav & MarResponded 1 day ago
Hi Karen, Thank you very much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our elegant venue, friendly team, and amazing food ~ this makes our hearts so happy. We strive to provide a memorable experience for all our guests, and it's wonderful to know we hit the mark with you. We look forward to welcoming you back to Hav & Mar next time you are in Chelsea. Best regards, The Hav & Mar Team
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Robert
Phoenix
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Great food, courteous but excruciatingly slow service.
Hav & MarResponded 2 days ago
Dear Robert, Thank you for being our guest. We appreciate your feedback and sincerely apologize for your disappointing experience. We wanted your visit to be memorable, with delicious flavors and excellent service, and we missed the mark. Your comments are taken to heart and will help us correct our missteps in the future. Please know that we contacted you privately and hope to hear from you soon. We hope you will give us a second chance and allow us to show you our best. Warmly, The Hav & Mar Team
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David
New York City
69 reviews
vip
5.0
69 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very good food. Great environment/vibe and service.
Hav & MarResponded 2 days ago
Hi David, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food, atmosphere, and service at Hav & Mar. It’s always our goal to create a memorable dining experience, and your feedback truly means a lot to our team. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another wonderful experience! Best, The Hav & Mar Team
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Larry
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is spectacular -- a true hidden gem. My wife and I honestly didn't know what to expect from Swedish/Ethiopian fusion (!), but we were intrigued enough to try it. Now we can't wait to come back. The flavors were amazing and unique. We shared cornbread, BBQ cauliflower, mushroom curry and a very generously-sized half chicken. Everything was cooked to perfection and we savored every bite. The service was excellent -- friendly and attentive. The ambiance is fun, modern, upbeat, comfortable and not at all pretentious. Prices are very reasonable for NY. Hav & Mar isn't just our favorite Swedish/Ethiopian restaurant, it has become our favorite restaurant in NY.
Hav & MarResponded on November 12, 2024
Wow, Larry, thank you so much. We’re thrilled you and your wife took a chance on us and left excited to return. It’s wonderful that each dish brought such unique and memorable flavors to your table. Your kind words about our service truly mean a lot. Knowing Hav & Mar has become your favorite restaurant in NY is the highest compliment we could ask for. We can’t wait to welcome you back! All the best, The Hav & Mar Chelsea Team
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JenniferR
New York City
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Delicious, creative food. One dish came cold and was quickly and apologetically replaced. Cocktails were exceptional too. Loved it!
Hav & MarResponded on November 12, 2024
Dear Jennifer, We're delighted you enjoyed our creative menu and exceptional cocktails. Thank you for your understanding with the cold dish, and we are glad our team could quickly rectify the issue. We hope to see you again the next time you're in the neighborhood. Warmly, The Hav & Mar Team
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Tom
Greater Boston
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great and creative food, attentive and friendly service, lively (but not overly loud) atmosphere in a beautiful room. Highly recommend
Hav & MarResponded on November 12, 2024
Thanks so much, Tom! We truly appreciate your amazing feedback and your being our guest. We hope to see you again soon. All the best, The Hav & Mar Restaurant Team
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Peter
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. We really enjoyed the evening
Hav & MarResponded on November 10, 2024
Thank you so much for letting us know, Peter. We are thrilled you had an enjoyable evening and hope you will join us again soon. Warmly, The Hav & Mar Team
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Frederick
New York City
102 reviews
vip
5.0
102 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful! Great service, terrific food. Got to meet the chef
Hav & MarResponded on November 9, 2024
Hi Frederick, We are thrilled you had a terrific dinner with us at Hav & Mar! It’s fantastic to know that our team exceeded your expectations. It was a pleasure to host you, and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Until we see you again, take care! Best regards, The Hav & Mar Restaurant Team
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FAQs

Hav & Mar is rated 4.6 stars by 525 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 48 times today

Experiences are available.

245 11th Ave, New York, NY 10001

Additional information

Award-winning
1. JAMES BEARD 2023
2. MICHELIN Plate 2023
Cross street
NW corner of W. 26th and 11th Ave
Neighborhood
Chelsea
Hours of operation
Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu 1:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Nearby Garages: 550 W. 25th Street 555 West 24th Street
Public transit
7 train stops at 34th St Hudson Yards | C and E trains stop at 23rd St | 1 train stops at 23rd & 28th St | R and W trains stop at 28th St | A, C, E, 1, 2, and 3 trains stop at 34th Street Penn Station
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
https://www.havandmar.com/
Phone number
(212) 328-8041
Private party facilities
Located in the landmark Starrett-Lehigh building at the corner of 26th Street and 11th Avenue in Chelsea, steps south of Hudson Yards, Hav & Mar offers vibrant private and semi-private event spaces appropriate for any occasion, accommodating groups as intimate as 6 and as grand as 250.

Hav & Mar

Make a reservation

Why they're an Icon

JAMES BEARD Semifinalist

MICHELIN Plate

Staff spotlight

Fariyal Abdullahi

Executive Chef

Additional information

MS+West Elm Hav & Mar Dining Experience

Thanksgiving Jubilee Feast

WILD MUSHROOM CURRY

BLUE CORNBREAD

TUNA TARTARE

Thanksgiving Jubilee Feast

Thanksgiving Jubilee Feast

Starters

Tomato & Grilled Corn Salad

Baby Gem Salad

Corn Bread

Teff biscuits

Mains

Red chermoula turkey

Curry Pot

Jerk Short Rib

Miso Glazed Snapper

Sides

Pomme puree

Sweet potato casserole

7 aunties greens

Desserts

Teff pumpkin donuts

Bunna banana

Yuzu tart

Semla

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