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Hav & Mar

Name: Hav & Mar
Address: 245 11th Ave, New York, NY, United States, 10001
Telephone: (212) 328-8041
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

$30 and under

Seafood

245 11th Ave, New York, NY 10001

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2 people

Jul 29, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 54 times today

About this restaurant

Innovative
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

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 Semifinalist2023
MICHELIN Plate2023

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, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Mon 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 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 | 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, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

MAR TEENY MARTINI$13.00
vodka & gin, pickled red onion, blue cheese olive
LEMON DROP MARTINI$12.00
ketel one peach & grapefruit vodka, lemon
WHISKEY SOUR$13.00
bourbon, earl grey-vanilla, lemon
APPLE SIDECAR$12.00
cognac, apple brandy, lemon
BOULEVARDIER$13.00
rye, spiced pear, vermouths, campari
MEZCAL OLD FASHIONED$13.00
mezcal, vanilla, mole bitters

WINE

Ask about our rotation of featured wine
- glass$12.00
- bottle$50.00

What 704 people are saying

Hav & Mar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Manhattan
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Hav & Mar delights with a unique blend of Swedish and Ethiopian cuisine in a beautifully decorated space, described as "a must-visit spot in NYC." Guests rave about dishes like the "havatini 2.0" and "crudo trio," while chef Marcus Samuelsson's personal touch and attentive staff enhance the experience.

704 Reviews

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Robyn VIP
New York City14 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I went here based on my experience with Red Rooster and Chef Samuelsson’s food. I had no idea! Hubby and I shared the salmon and the half chicken as well as the auntie Green’s and the french fries. Every single bite, put a glorious new taste in my mouth. The mixes of the spices and the sauces was sooo good. Hav & Mar is a must do!
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Syane
New Orleans / Louisiana1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is like none other, the service impeccable and the ambiance truly embodies the mix of culture that is that cuisine. My new favorite restaurant for sure!
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John
Montreal / Quebec2 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing. Marcus Samuelsson was a gracious host and talked with everyone in the restaurant. Great food and service.
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Alec VIP
New York City25 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The bread basket is a must. The tuna tartare was amazing. The striped bass incredible. And the Ethiopian Black Forest cake was one of the best desserts I’ve had in a long time. The cocktails and the service were also wonderful. It’s a favorite place.
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Nikhil
Atlanta2 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Overall the food was amazing - unique flavors ... we enjoyed the appetizers including the Octopus and Ceviche. The cornbread is to die for, and the Havatini is out of this world! Service was friendly and reliable. It was humbling and inspiring that Chef Samuelson did the rounds himself and went out of his way to greet all guests. The music however was a tad too loud, and we have to speak at a high volume barely to listen to each other and have a conversation. We were also seated right behind the hostess desk in a high traffic area despite there being a ton of private space and open tables. Overall highly recommend!
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Alana VIP
New York City9 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the flavors here. Everything is really tasty and creative. I wish the banana wrapped snapper was still on the menu but the two fish dishes we had were excellent. Everyone raves about the bread basket . I have to say, that’s the one thing I don’t get. It’s fine - but not rave worthy (to me). I’d skip that and save room for more of the other yummy things on the menu.
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Britney VIP
Chicago / Illinois3 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent dining experience. Cannot recommend this place enough!!
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Jordan
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on July 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dining experience overall. Food was great the ceviche dish was exceptional and the fish just melted in my mouth. Only thing was it was a little cold by the window.
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Jeff
New York City18 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service excellent. My only complaint as I am a Bourbon lover, their shot price points are ridiculously high. I recently bought an entire bottle of Buffalo Trace for $22. They charge $24 for a 2 oz shot, ridiculous
Hav & MarResponded on July 11, 2025
Thank you for the review, Jeff. We are very happy that you enjoyed both the food and service - both of those are very important to us. We appreciate your candid feedback about the bourbon pricing. That is something we can definitely discuss with our team. We look forward to welcoming you back! Cheers, The Hav & Mar Team
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Brigid
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Innovative delicious food in a beautiful setting. Octopus was outstanding, fun cocktails! Easy to find, highly recommend!!
Hav & MarResponded on July 11, 2025
Thank you for the kind words, Brigid! We are so glad that you enjoyed everything, from the food and drinks to the atmosphere. We are so grateful for your recommendation - it means a lot to us! Cheers, The Hav & Mar Team
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FAQs

Hav & Mar is rated 4.7 stars by 704 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 29, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 54 times today

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 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Cocktail Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
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, Wheelchair Access, 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

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About this restaurant

Why they're an Icon

Staff spotlight

Fariyal Abdullahi

Executive Chef

Additional information

Popular dishes

WILD MUSHROOM CURRY

BLUE CORNBREAD

TUNA TARTARE

Menu

Hav & Mar's Mermaid Happy Hour

Hav & Mar's Mermaid Happy Hour

BITES

INJERA MEZZE$12.00

CRAB SPRING ROLL$10.00

SHRIMP COCKTAIL$12.00

COCKTAILS

MAR TEENY MARTINI$13.00

LEMON DROP MARTINI$12.00

WHISKEY SOUR$13.00

APPLE SIDECAR$12.00

BOULEVARDIER$13.00

MEZCAL OLD FASHIONED$13.00

WINE

Ask about our rotation of featured wine

What 704 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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