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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

Dec 12, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 44 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.

Staff spotlight

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Tue, Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 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.

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

SMALL PLATES

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

ENTREES

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

SIDES FOR THE TABLE

7 AUNTIES GREENS$14.00
andouille sausage, toasted pumpkin seed
CRAB FRIED RICE$16.00
onsen egg, tobiko
HAV FRIES$12.00
crispy yucca, sweet potato, shiro hummus, awaze
BBQ CAULIFLOWER$14.00
grilled bok choy, shiro hummus, house rub
BRUSSELS SPROUTS$14.00
soy-honey glaze, parsley
OKRA THREE WAYS$12.00
fried, grilled & charred okra, olive, pickled onions

CAN'T DECIDE?

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

What 542 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.

542 Reviews

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Mark
New York City
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined 3 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 3 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 4 days ago
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 3 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 4 days ago
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 3 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 6 days ago
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 3 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 6 days ago
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 3 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 December 4, 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 7 days ago
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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Philip
New York City
34 reviews
vip
4.0
34 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Snapper was very good! Chicken was okay, autumn salad was good!
Hav & MarResponded 7 days ago
Thank you, Philip. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed our banana leaf snapper and autumn salad. However, we regret to learn that our chicken dish missed the mark. Your honest feedback is invaluable to us, and we hope you will visit us again the next time you’re in Chelsea so we can provide you with a perfect experience. Wishing you a wonderful holiday season, The Hav & Mar Team
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peter
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
There was a mix up and delay in the kitchen re our entrees, but apologies were offered and accepted.
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Jennifer
Rhode Island
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our waiter Claudio was fabulous. He made great suggestions for the table and everything we ordered was delicious. Portions were very good too. I will definitely be back.
Hav & MarResponded 7 days ago
Hi Jennifer, Thank you for being our guest and for your wonderful feedback! We're so glad Claudio took such great care of you and helped make your Hav & Mar dining experience memorable. It's fantastic to hear you enjoyed everything you ordered, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for more delicious meals and excellent service! Have a great holiday season, The Hav & Mar Team
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Charles
Columbus
159 reviews
vip
5.0
159 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Excellent restaurant. The food and drinks are exceptional. I decided to do the chef’s selection and was disappointed in the selections offered. I understand you cannot have everything but should really think about offerings. I have done numerous chef tasting menus, this was the least inclusive. For example, a bread basket that allowed the table to sample biscuits and blue cornbread would have been logical. Additionally, long waits between courses. In short, Food great but would have been better off ordering 4 entrees.
Hav & MarResponded on December 2, 2024
Dear Charles, Thank you for sharing your thoughtful feedback and for your kind words about our food and drinks. We’re delighted you enjoyed the overall experience, but we’re truly sorry that the chef’s selection did not meet your expectations. We understand how important variety and pacing are to a tasting menu, and we regret that we fell short of delivering the exceptional experience we aim for. Your suggestions are incredibly valuable, and we’ll use them to refine our offerings. We hope you’ll give us another chance to impress you, and we’d love to welcome you back soon for a more seamless and satisfying dining experience. Warmly, The Hav & Mar Team
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FAQs

Hav & Mar is rated 4.7 stars by 542 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 reservation

2 people

Dec 12, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 44 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
Tue, Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 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

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

OUR BREADS

BLUE CORNBREAD$12.00

HAV BREAD BASKET$19.00

RAW & CURED

EAST & WEST*

HAMACHI WITH BLACK CEVICHE*$22.00

SWEDIOPIAN*$21.00

TUNA TARTARE*$24.00

CRUDO TRIO*$64.00

BLACK MERMAID TOWER*$135.00

SMALL PLATES

AUTUMN SALAD$19.00

MUSHROOM FLATBREAD$23.00

SCALLOP$26.00

OCTOPUS A LA PLANCHA$24.00

ENTREES

BANANA LEAF SNAPPER$37.00

PIRI PIRI HAKE$35.00

WILD MUSHROOM CURRY$28.00

HAVATINI 2.0$37.00

ADDIS YORK*$33.00

RED CHERMOULA HALF CHICKEN$39.00

WHOLE BLACKENED FISH$72.00

QUEEN'S RIBEYE$58.00

GRAND JUBILEE$105.00

SIDES FOR THE TABLE

7 AUNTIES GREENS$14.00

CRAB FRIED RICE$16.00

HAV FRIES$12.00

BBQ CAULIFLOWER$14.00

BRUSSELS SPROUTS$14.00

OKRA THREE WAYS$12.00

CAN'T DECIDE?

LET OUR CHEF CHOOSE FOR YOU$95.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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