Hav & Mar

8 Restaurants Putting Fusion Food Back on the Map

"An airy and elegant space in Chelsea—with a striking central bar, light wood décor, an open kitchen, and Black mermaid artworks by Derrick Adams—this seafood‑centric venture from Marcus Samuelsson and Executive Chef Fariyal Abdullahi plays with Ethiopian and other African flavors, peppered with Scandinavian touches. Standouts include the Swediopian, a salmon slice marinated in Ethiopian berbere and sprinkled with dill on rolled cucumber, and a grilled octopus set over ultra‑creamy white beans with tender carrot cubes, merguez sausage, crispy fried kale, and two strips of roasted red pepper; “I loved the octopus dish: the quality, execution, and flavors were flawless,” notes a MICHELIN Guide Inspector. Service is attentive, cocktails are expertly crafted, and the wine list highlights female and BIPOC producers." - The MICHELIN Guide