Hav & Mar

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   Lucia

   New York City11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was my second time at Hav & Mar and my family and I had a memorable time. Exceptional food and excellent service. Keep it up!
   

   Hav & MarResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! We will pass your kind words along!
   

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   Glenn VIP

   Chicago8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Cornbread was incredible and I’m convinced the seafood cavatelli is one of the best pasta dishes you’ll find anywhere. A lot to explore on the menu - I’ll definitely be back.
   

   Hav & MarResponded 3 days ago

   Hi Glenn! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food so much - our team takes great pride in crafting delicious dishes with high-quality ingredients. Your kind words mean a lot, and we appreciate you highlighting some of your favorite items. We'd love to welcome you back again the next time you're in Chelsea. Best regards, The Hav & Mar Restaurant Team
   

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   Anna VIP

   Central Coast25 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delightful flavors, unusual combinations! Well worth a visit for foodies.
   

   Hav & MarResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you so much, Anna! We hope to see you again soon. 😊
   

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   Jennifer VIP

   Chicago7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Never do reviews but honestly- Hav & Mar is the BEST vibe that you never knew you needed. Parking was easy with spot hero. The second you walk in your senses are enveloped with a hug of beauty, sophistication, and exquisite ambience. The sleek velvet couches, juxtaposed by earthy wood, and sexy mood lighting create the prefect date night, friend hang or celebrations. The playlist was energetic and lively at the perfect volume. In an unexpected delight Marcus was eating at the center high top and was so genuinely kind, friendly and as vibrant as his restaurant. We were taken care of by our server, J who was on top of her game with recommendations and the way they explained the dishes - you wanted to order everything on the menu. For drinks old fashions did not disappoint. We landed on the Hav Bread Basket (just do it - every piece is distinct and you do really need to explore them all!), the Swediopian (Swedish Ethiopian Berbere- cured salmon) was chef’s kiss amazing- our experience the seasoning, broth, and cucumber and avocado were perfection, unexpected and innovative. Our expectations were high and not disappointed with what followed. The mushroom curry was exquisite, beautifully portioned unexpected sweet from the coconut and savory from what ever magic was used to prepare! The biriyani crab rice was so aromatic, and flavorful, fluffy with hidden pieces of crispy rice. Finally last but not least BBQ broccolini - sophisticated complex flavors that tickle all of your tastebuds. We did not make it to dessert but will be back in May and will bring friends to experience more of the insanely curated symphony of flavors so carefully considered. Thank you to the amazing chefs that clearly poured so much love into the preparation. The staff was so friendly and funny! Marcus continues to make exceptional food accessible all over the world and we are so fortunate to experience the artistry and passion he pours into all of his restaurants.
   

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   Hav & MarResponded 3 days ago

   Dear Jennifer, Thank you! Your kind words and appreciation for our vibrant ambiance, innovative cuisine, and exceptional service truly made our day. It's wonderful to hear how our velvet seating, cozy lighting, and carefully curated flavors created the perfect backdrop for your celebration. We're overjoyed that our team provided attentive care and ensured every detail exceeded your expectations. We'd be honored to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience soon. Best regards, The Hav & Mar Chelsea Restaurant Team
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Atlanta1 review

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing, we went knowing nothing about this restaurant and we’re so impressed by the food. It’s also encompassed the amazing NY vibe we all secretly look for. Putting it in our rotation!
   

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   Dan VIP

   New York City4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Chef Samuelson showed up and chatted with the patrons. Enough said! That guy is so cool. But even without that, the food was fantastic. Really thoughtful and well curated menu. The place has an open spacious field, even when all the tables are full. The high bar seats were very cool since we could see the kitchen. A great destination for foodies .
   

   Hav & MarResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you for dining with us, Dan! It's wonderful that you enjoyed your experience with Chef Samuelson's visit and the thoughtfully curated menu. We'd love to welcome you back soon. Best regards, The Hav & Mar Restaurant Team
   

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   Derrick

   New York City18 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 11, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had friends visiting from Richmond, VA. They loved the food and atmosphere! We love the consistency of the quality food and experience. Thank you!
   

   Hav & MarResponded on March 12, 2025

   Thank you for joining us again, Derrick, and allowing Hav & Mar to be your arm candy while entertaining out-of-town friends. It was our sincere pleasure to host you, and we look forward to seeing you again the next time you are near our Chelsea neighborhood. Warmly, The Hav & Mar Team
   

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   Alix

   San Francisco4 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on March 11, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 5

   Lovely space, great menu ideas. Food seemed pre made, bread basketballs great, collards standard, salmon dishes meh, mushrooms meh, ceviche ok. Drinks meh. Service - surface sweet, delivery sub par. I've eaten at all Marcus Samuelson restaurants, my son worked for him in one San Francisco spot. Was excited to try this. An expensive miss I'm sorry to say.
   

   Hav & MarResponded on March 13, 2025

   Hi Alix, Thank you for being our guest and sharing your candid feedback. We are deeply sorry to read your review regarding your underwhelming experience. We would have appreciated the opportunity to know about your disappointment while you were with us, therefore allowing us to provide a more enjoyable replacement. We never want our guests to leave unhappy, and it appears we were unsuccessful during your recent visit. Our apologies. Please trust that we wanted you to love everything about your experience, and we hope you will join us again and allow us to restore your faith in our restaurant. Warmly, The Hav & Mar Team
   

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   Ted VIP

   New York City13 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   An AMAZING experience and meal! The ambience, the vibe, the service, the food - all 10/10. Shout out to our server Claudio. Amazing job! Go here - you won’t regret it!
   

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    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Excellent food and excellent service! Would recommend!
    

    Hav & MarResponded 5 days ago

    Thank you!
    

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