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Hav & Mar

$30 and under

Seafood

Hav & Mar

4.7

$30 and under

Seafood

Chelsea

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2 people

16 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 54 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
Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 17:00–21:00
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
Area
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
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

MS+West Elm Hav & Mar Dining Experience
US$85.00 per person
2 Nov 2024 - 28 Dec 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.

Popular dishes

EAST & WEST*
oysters on the half shell, mignonette, awaze, lemon
- half dozenUS$24.00
- dozenUS$48.00
HAMACHI WITH BLACK CEVICHE*US$22.00
cippolini onions, granny smith apples, fennel
SWEDIOPIAN*US$21.00
berbere-cured salmon, cucumber, avocado
TUNA TARTARE*US$24.00
miso, injera, walnut
CRUDO TRIO*US$64.00
swediopian, tuna tartare, hamachi ceviche
BLACK MERMAID TOWER*US$135.00
poached lobster, blue shrimp, marinated mussels, little neck clams, tuna tartare, hamachi ceviche, swediopian

SMALL PLATES

AUTUMN SALADUS$19.00
delicata squash, baby gem, endive, truffle
MUSHROOM FLATBREADUS$23.00
Peat's sustainable mushroom medley, black garlic, crispy shallot
SCALLOPUS$26.00
celeriac, turmeric, pickled fresno
OCTOPUS A LA PLANCHAUS$24.00
octopus, merguez, cannellini

ENTREES

BANANA LEAF SNAPPERUS$37.00
crispy coconut rice, dill salsa verde, scallion
PIRI PIRI HAKEUS$35.00
lentils, okra, sweet potato
WILD MUSHROOM CURRYUS$28.00
Peat's sustainable mushroom medley, autumn vegetables, coconut rice, cilantro
HAVATINI 2.0US$37.00
campanelle, shrimp, crab, uni butter
ADDIS YORK*US$33.00
doro wot, ayib, fried chicken, soft-boiled egg
RED CHERMOULA HALF CHICKENUS$39.00
confit heirloom carrots, grapes, preserved lemon
WHOLE BLACKENED FISHUS$72.00
house-made sambal, cilantro
QUEEN'S RIBEYEUS$58.00
12 oz porcini crusted ribeye, bone marrow butter, smoked herbs
GRAND JUBILEEUS$105.00
(feeds 2 - 4) crab fried rice, grilled lobster, fried fish, marinated shrimp, mussels

SIDES FOR THE TABLE

7 AUNTIES GREENSUS$14.00
andouille sausage, toasted pumpkin seed
CRAB FRIED RICEUS$16.00
onsen egg, tobiko
HAV FRIESUS$12.00
crispy yucca, sweet potato, shiro hummus, awaze
BBQ CAULIFLOWERUS$14.00
grilled bok choy, shiro hummus, house rub
BRUSSELS SPROUTSUS$14.00
soy-honey glaze, parsley
OKRA THREE WAYSUS$12.00
fried, grilled & charred okra, olive, pickled onions

CAN'T DECIDE?

LET OUR CHEF CHOOSE FOR YOUUS$95.00
entire table must participate // served family style

What 547 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Hav & Mar offers a creative fusion of Ethiopian and Swedish cuisines, delivering "amazing flavor combinations" and "exceptional service" in a stylish setting. Diners rave about the "phenomenal food," attentive staff, and lively atmosphere. While some note service hiccups, most experiences are marked by inventive dishes and a welcoming vibe.

547 Reviews

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Lee
New York City
23 reviews
vip
4.0
23 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food. Could have done without the warning that we must be done by a certain time when people were late because of traffic and there were empty tables.
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Christina
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
Spectacular food, very cool well designed space and the friendliest most knowledgeable staff. Food is incredible and unique and it was helpful to have a fabulous server who was clearly passionate about the menu and made our dining experience complete. Great spot for family, dates and groups!
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Nora
Montana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Unique and delicious flavors, perfectly cooked to perfection. Strongly recommend the octopus a la planche and the crisp trio! Impeccable service and comfortable atmosphere. A must do after a day exploring the city!
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dean
West Palm Beach
28 reviews
vip
4.0
28 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Every dish was delish. The unique use of spices makes this as well as how well prepared the cuisine is delightful. Just fantastic. One and only drawback was our waiter. While vey nice and pleasant to interact with, his attentiveness was scare. Very long stretches where he never checked on us and we couldn’t spot him either. Regardless, highly recommended, you will not be disappointed.
Hav & MarResponded 1 day ago
Dear Dean, Thank you for being our guest and for sharing your feedback. We strive to make every visit memorable with unique flavors and outstanding service. We are deeply sorry to have missed the mark during your visit. Although we are thrilled you loved our amazing food, we apologize for the less-than-attentive service. We want all our guests to enjoy every aspect of their time with us, and your input is very helpful - thank you! Wishing you a wonderful holiday season. Warmly, The Hav & Mar Team
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Mark
New York City
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food, service and design style of the restaurant are great.
Hav & MarResponded 7 days ago
Dear Mark, Thank you for being our guest and for your review. We sincerely appreciate your support and hope you will return one day soon. Have a lovely holiday season. All the best, The Hav & Mar Chelsea Restaurant Team
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Tiffany
New York City
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We all agreed that this was, quite possibly, the best meal we’ve ever had in life. No one in our party can say that they’ve ever tasted better food than what we experienced at Hav & Mar last night.
Hav & MarResponded 7 days ago
Dear Tiffany, Thank you for such an incredible compliment! We are truly honored to hear that your meal at Hav & Mar was possibly the best you’ve ever had. Knowing that every member of your party felt the same way means the world to us. Our team pours their heart into creating memorable dining experiences, and your kind words inspire us to keep striving for excellence. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable evening! Wishing you a wonderful holiday season. All the best, The Hav & Mar Chelsea Restaurant Team
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George
New York City
18 reviews
3.0
18 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
The space is sterile, no comparison to Red Rooster. The service gets 5 stars for friendliness, but was no more than a 3, because it took forever for the main courses to arrive. The food was too similar to Red Rooster, where I love it, but I was expecting a fresh experience and a stronger Scandinavian element, since half the restaurant’s name is Swedish. Also, most of the dishes were exceedingly spicy. Maybe that represented the Ethiopian half, in which case Ethiopia conquered the place outright.
Hav & MarResponded 7 days ago
Dear George, Thank you for being our guest and for sharing your candid feedback. We are sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. While we’re glad to know our hospitality stood out, we regret that the pace of service and the culinary aspects fell short for you. Our goal is to provide a unique dining experience that balances the diverse influences on our menu, and it seems we missed the mark. Your comments are valuable, and we will share them with our team as we continuously strive to improve. We hope you’ll consider giving us another opportunity to provide a more enjoyable and distinctive experience. Warmly, The Hav & Mar Team
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Rebecca
Greater Boston
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was one of the best meals we have had in a very long time. Superb!
Hav & MarResponded 7 days ago
Hi Rebecca! Thank you for being our guest and for your fantastic review. We sincerely appreciate your support and hope you will return to our restaurant for another outstanding experience one day soon. Wishing you a wonderful holiday season. All the best, The Hav & Mar Chelsea Team
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Freddy
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The place is gorgeous, with fantastic food and great service. However, it can get a bit noisy at times.
Hav & MarResponded 7 days ago
Hi Freddy! It is great that you enjoyed our yummy food and excellent service. However, we're sorry to read that the restaurant was a bit too loud when you dined with us. Our goal is to create an exciting environment, and it appears we missed the mark. Please accept our sincerest apologies. We hope this does not deter you from joining us again. Warmly, The Hav & Mar Team
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Amy
Orange County
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on 4 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter was fantastic! Food was incredible and an overall great experience
Hav & MarResponded on 5 December 2024
We appreciate your being our guest, Amy. Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had a fantastic experience with great service and delicious food. We hope to welcome you back soon and wish you a wonderful holiday season! Best regards, The Hav & Mar Team
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FAQs

Hav & Mar is rated 4.7 stars by 547 OpenTable diners.

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

Hav & Mar

4.7

$30 and under

Seafood

Chelsea

Make a booking

2 people

16 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 54 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
Area
Chelsea
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 17:00–21:00
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
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

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

Hav & Mar

Make a booking

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

WILD MUSHROOM CURRY

BLUE CORNBREAD

TUNA TARTARE

OUR BREADS

BLUE CORNBREADUS$12.00

HAV BREAD BASKETUS$19.00

RAW & CURED

EAST & WEST*

HAMACHI WITH BLACK CEVICHE*US$22.00

SWEDIOPIAN*US$21.00

TUNA TARTARE*US$24.00

CRUDO TRIO*US$64.00

BLACK MERMAID TOWER*US$135.00

SMALL PLATES

AUTUMN SALADUS$19.00

MUSHROOM FLATBREADUS$23.00

SCALLOPUS$26.00

OCTOPUS A LA PLANCHAUS$24.00

ENTREES

BANANA LEAF SNAPPERUS$37.00

PIRI PIRI HAKEUS$35.00

WILD MUSHROOM CURRYUS$28.00

HAVATINI 2.0US$37.00

ADDIS YORK*US$33.00

RED CHERMOULA HALF CHICKENUS$39.00

WHOLE BLACKENED FISHUS$72.00

QUEEN'S RIBEYEUS$58.00

GRAND JUBILEEUS$105.00

SIDES FOR THE TABLE

7 AUNTIES GREENSUS$14.00

CRAB FRIED RICEUS$16.00

HAV FRIESUS$12.00

BBQ CAULIFLOWERUS$14.00

BRUSSELS SPROUTSUS$14.00

OKRA THREE WAYSUS$12.00

CAN'T DECIDE?

LET OUR CHEF CHOOSE FOR YOUUS$95.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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