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Hav & Mar Chelsea NYC Seafood Restaurant - Hav & Mar, New York, NY
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Hav & Mar

$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 46 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Lively
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

  • Award icon

    JAMES BEARD Semifinalist

    2023

  • Award icon

    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 2:00 pm–8:30 pm Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 328-8041
  • 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.
  • Award-winning
    1. JAMES BEARD 2023
    2. MICHELIN Plate 2023
  • Neighbourhood
    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 | 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

    US$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.
    MS+West Elm Hav & Mar Dining Experience photo

What 551 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

NoiseModerate

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.

551 Reviews
  1. Sara

    VIP

    New York City

    59 reviews

    4.0

    59 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food; solid drinks. Portions on the delicate side, but most flavors worked well. Service was oddly paced. A promised delivery of jam/butter for our bread plate never arrived.

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  2. David

    VIP

    New York City

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first time here. The flavors were amazing. Really loved everything we ordered. The service, however, was not good. After being seated, we waited for at least 10 minutes for someone to come over to the table, and they just offered water. Eventually we stopped someone and asked if we had a waiter. He looked confused and then said he could take our drink order. Then another 10 minutes went by and we asked someone walking by if we had a waiter. A guy showed up and didn't introduce himself and we had to ask him if he was our waiter, because we were confused. He said yes but looked unsure himself. Anyway, he was fine. We never learned his name. He spoke too quietly for us to hear him describe the dishes. All went ok after that but he was not very attentive. We always had to look for him and tell him what we wanted. But again, the food was amazing and I would recommend it so long as you don't expect to get top tier service.

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  3. Nick

    Richmond

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was terrific! This restaurant has set the bar high for the rest of our trip and we’re just getting started. Plates are shareable and sized just right. The staff was friendly overall. I loved our waiter telling us he’ll give us a bit of time to enjoy the bread basket before placing our order so we don’t feel rushed. Everything fell in line just right. We got the break basket, havatini 2.0, crab fried rice, and the seasonal mango sorbet. This restaurant falls in my top five favorite restaurants. Will be back and recommend it to anybody who asks me for a NYC restaurant.

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  4. Lee

    VIP

    New York City

    23 reviews

    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 7 days 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.
    Hav & MarResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Lee, Thank you for being our guest, and we are so glad you enjoyed the food. We apologize for the disappointment caused by the timing policy. While we strive to accommodate all guests fairly, we could have handled the situation more thoughtfully. Your feedback is important to us, and we appreciate you sharing it. We hope to have the opportunity to make it up to you on your next visit. Have a wonderful holiday season. Warmly, The Hav & Mar Team

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  5. Christina

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days 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!
    Hav & MarResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Christina! We're thrilled you enjoyed our spectacular food and unique space, as well as our passionate, knowledgeable team. It's wonderful to hear your server made your experience so memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back the next time you're in the neighborhood—whether with family, a date, or a group. Have a wonderful holiday season. Best Wishes, The Hav & Mar Chelsea Restaurant Team

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  6. Nora

    Montana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    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!
    Hav & MarResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Nora! Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed our unique flavors and found our dishes perfectly cooked. It's also wonderful to know how much you appreciated our warm hospitality and comfortable atmosphere. Please join us again on your next visit to NYC. Wishing you a wonderful holiday season. All the best, The Hav & Mar Restaurant Team

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  7. David

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing food. Shania was awesome and took great care of our group of 5. Kudos and thank you.
    Hav & MarResponded 6 days ago
    We're so happy you enjoyed everything, David! We're thrilled Shania took such great care of your group. We'll be sure to share your kudos with her. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Have a wonderful holiday season! Best Wishes, The Hav & Mar Restaurant Team

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  8. dean

    VIP

    West Palm Beach

    28 reviews

    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    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 7 days 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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  9. Mark

    VIP

    New York City

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food, service and design style of the restaurant are great.
    Hav & MarResponded on December 9, 2024
    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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  10. Tiffany

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 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 on December 9, 2024
    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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FAQs

Hav & Mar is rated 4.7 stars by 551 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 46 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Hav & Mar

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
  • Neighbourhood
    Chelsea
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue 2:00 pm–8:30 pm Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 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
  • 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.
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