Haven

What a gem. Brian and his team are incredibly professional and thoughtful; we had the best time. Whether you’re looking for a place to eat dinner or host an event, your wants and needs will be met and exceeded. We had our after-wedding dinner at Haven and the entire planning process was a breeze. We felt welcome, at home, and will 100% be back anytime we are in the city. Food- delicious. Ambiance- impeccable. Service- what you can only hope for when you go out for a beautiful dinner. Thank you Haven!

Haven is a true gem of the Upper West Side. The inside is really beautiful, and is able to host quite a few guests. We sat at the bar and had the pleasure of meeting Keith, an uber-talented bartender that makes the BEST creative cocktails. I ordered the Miss B Haven, which was both smooth and complex, offering flavors of spiciness, smokiness, and just a touch of sweet. He also made us his signature Lavender Haze (a lil bit of a secret menu item hehe), one of my fave drinks in NYC. We got quite a few appetizers to try - French Onion Stuffed Mushrooms, Reuben Flatbread, Onion dip and chips, Bacon Wrapped Dates, and complementary hummus and veggies. Everything was good, but our clear favorites were the dates and flatbread, they were next level. Not pictured, we also got a pizookie with ice cream to take home - sooooo delicious 🤤 Love coming back to Haven again and again, it’s definitely one of my faves in the city!

Jacob was the best! We had an exceptional experience celebrating our 17th anniversary at this restaurant. The service was attentive and welcoming, creating the perfect atmosphere for a special occasion. The food was outstanding — the steak was tender and flavorful, the fries were perfectly crisp, and the butternut squash soup was rich and well-balanced. The salmon was also cooked to perfection, moist and full of flavor. Overall, it was a memorable dining experience from start to finish. Highly recommended for anyone looking for excellent food and a warm, elegant setting.

This place is amazing! They close the kitchen around 10 but when I walked in hungry the chef offered to make me dinner. Definitely made me want to come back! Super cute in the back too. Keith and Angel were so sweet and the tuna was great. Get the passion fruit drink and you can’t go wrong :)

Great restaurant. Cool fusion menu with a unique spin on dishes you’re most likely familiar with. Killer cocktails. Awesome atmosphere inside. Some great menu features are the General Tso’s Chicken Lollipops, Sweet Potato Gnocchi, Falafel Burgers, and BBQ Lasagna. If you’re a fan of kugel, get it here!

We had a wonderful experience at Haven. Our server, Karen, was absolutely fantastic. They were kind, attentive & quick. We ordered smaller bites to share. We ordered the General Tso Lolipop chicken, Miso & Matzo ball soup, and split the Wild Mushroom Medley. Everything came out quickly. The food was amazing. The chicken was by far our favorite dish! Just overall, a great place for dinner.

The food here is delicious. We had the kale cesar, tuna crispy rice (I'm still thinking about it), gnocchi and fries. The service was excellent and friendly. It's also beautiful inside. This is an amazing edition to the neighborhood. If you're thinking about it, just go!

Haven is a great addition to West 79th Street and to the UWS. First and foremost, the food is excellent. The owner, Brian Staub, was there to welcome us… and we felt there were extra touches along the way that made us truly feel like guests. My cocktail - the Mezcal pineapple combo (It had a great name, too… but I cannot remember what it was called) was amazing. We started with the complimentary white bean dip and veggies (yum!), chicken lollipops - yummy and juicy, ricotta toast - delish! and Haven salad. All tasted perfect. Next, we had the burger (outstanding - and even more outstanding because it has an Orwasher’s bun😊) and chicken paillard - a lighter choice that was also delicious. . We were full… But how could we pass up the Babka dessert with vanilla ice cream? It was quite possibly the best dessert I’ve had all year (& I’ve eaten a lot this month!). Just when we feel we were finished… they brought us outrageously, soft and warm, salted chocolate chip cookies that sealed the deal. Can’t wait to go back… And maybe Brian will morph the front room into a jazzy bar for later night hours…that would be cool.

Visiting New York this weekend we met some friends at Haven UWS. Brian and team did not disappoint. We started with the General Tsos chicken lollipops, tuna crispy rice and stuffed mushrooms. Each of these were amazing. In fact we ended up ordering a second round of the tuna for the table. For the entree I ordered the seared tuna which was also excellent. I will definitely be returning next time I'm in New York.

Came here because my friend worked with the owner in a past life and we really enjoyed the meal. He needs to build up is wine list (he was out of Cabs) but we had a fabulous meal and at least the waitress gave us some good red cab by the glass. We started with a great salad, had the skirt steak (initially mine was a little well done they redid right away) and we had the gnoochi on the side which was the real big winner. I normally am not that big of a fan but wow the was like an explosion in your mouth. My buddy finished his plate and said "we need more of that" and we ordered another round! Highly recommended and it will be worth the walk up from mid-town when I come back to NYC in the future.

Made a reservation for one of the free times they had left figuring it might be busy on a Friday night during the holiday week. There were quite a few empty tables when we got there. This might have been intentional as they're not prepared to handle a full house yet. We were seated in the back (main) dining room. Even with half the tables empty it was very loud when we were first seated. Once a few tables left you could hear the music playing. We ordered three plates to share and were glad we didn't order more because of how long it took and because we weren't impressed with them. You're given a white bean dip to start. It was very bland. Definitely need to add something to white beans to give them some flavor. The first dish that came out was the general Tso's chicken lollipops. These were the best. Nicely cooked, crispy skin! Then came the Sheep's Meadow salad. This just seemed like a bunch of random ingredients thrown together. The lettuce choice might not have been the best. There was barely any dressing so it was a bit dry. The candied walnuts were good. The roasted cauliflower head was last. This needed to be roasted some more; it was too raw. There was too much going on with the seasoning. Despite the slow delivery of food, our server, Christian, was excellent. He continually checked on us. He knew what dishes we were still waiting for. When he took our order he was very thorough with his recommendation and describing the dishes. There's definitely some room for improvement so that hopefully they more consistently receive positive reviews. Towards the end of our meal the table behind us commented on what a disaster their meal was and then a table up front was talking about how delicious everything was. Seems hit or miss right now!

Always excited to try a new spot on the UWS so we popped in here on a whim. The bar area is cute and welcoming. The dining room in the back was lacking any ambiance whatsoever. Just dimming the lights and adding some table top candles/lighting would enhance the vibe tremendously. Otherwise it presents itself as a diner. The food is actually very good! Things were presented nicely and had great flavors. We had the Sheep's Meadow salad, the Reuben flatbread and the General Tso's chicken lollipops and we really liked all of them a lot. They are definitely trying so I recommend the place and only hope they give the dining room a little attention.

Brian and team prepared a wonderful dinner for our group's year-end celebration - thank you!! Hosting large groups can be tough even for established restaurants; the Haven crew did an awesome job. They served a ton of delicious dishes, and planned the menu with us ahead of time to ensure smooth service on the day. Loved getting the chance to finally try the stuffed mushrooms and the seared tuna recommended by my colleagues. And the cookies were a yummy way to end a great evening.

Great new spot on the UWS! The sweet potato gnocchi was the best I have ever had, and the chocolate chip cookies were to die for. Warm and cozy, it is hip enough for a date but also definitely manageable with a family. Worth a visit!

Had an incredible dining experience at Haven - from the food, to the drinks, to the service, to the ambience! Ambience -Such a lovely place with LIGHTING!! Can you believe I found a place in NYC where I could actually see and hear the person I was dining with and could look at the menu without having to use my phone flashlight?! The restaurant is gorgeous, inviting and makes you feel at home. Food and Drinks -TO DIE FOR! Amazing, amazing food and drinks. We had the chicken lollipops and spicy tuna bites which were absolute must haves. To drink I had 2 floral palmers (because they were that good) and the JC Seabreeze - both were excellent. I was headed to a party directly after so I didn't want to fill up too much but so looking forward to going back and trying more menu items! Service -We had a reservation for 6:30 on a Saturday night and were greeted by a sweet host who sat us immediately. Our service was absolutely excellent! Super accommodating, checked in at all the right times and was very attentive. Overall, my experience at Haven was nothing short of amazing and I cannot wait to be back!! Cheers to a great new spot!

We recently attended a party at Haven and enjoyed it so much that we came back for dinner a couple of nights later. Between the two nights we sampled the following, all delicious: General Tso's Chicken Lollipops French Onion Soup Stuffed Mushrooms Tuna Tartare Over Crisped Rice Goat's Meadow Salad Heirloom Tomato & Watermelon Salad Sweet Potato Gnocchi Chicken Paillard Grilled Skirt Steak Grandma Sylvia's Noodle Kugel Hand Cut French Fries Chocolate Babka Ice Cream Sundae Chocolate Chip Cookies It would be hard to pick a favorite item from them all, but it may very well be the gnocchi! The presentation of the drinks at the party was festive and contributed to the celebratory ambiance. And the coffee we had at dinner was especially flavorful. Brian and his staff are very welcoming and friendly and there's a really nice neighborhood vibe here. We look forward to returning to try the rest of the items on the menu.

The service was great and ambience was nice. The food taste ranged from great to nice. The problem was the portion. A 38$ skirt steak was about 4''x 3''. With a ton of arugula to fill the plate. Not cool. Similar with the chicken paillard. Unfortunately, even with today's prices, these were ridiculous.

I ate here last night for the first time and loved it. There was a lively buzz, yet at the same time it was cozy and a great place to catch up with a friend. We ordered the miso matzah ball soup and French onion soup mushrooms to start. Both were great. The mushrooms were unlike anything I've ever had before. I highly recommend. Then we shared the falafel burger and tuna. The portions were large. The tuna was so fresh. We loved the falafel and didn't want to eat all the fries, but they were so delicious we couldn't stop! All in all a great dining experience. I'll definitely be back!

Stopped in to try the new addition the UWS and they did not disappoint. We tried all the appetizers and are perfect for sharing at a great price point. The bacon chop was definitely a standout for us! I got the falafel burger which was delicious and the chocolate chip cookies was the best way to end the meal. We will definitely be back. The wait staff was also so attentive and made our night!

Fantastic food, great experience, warm and cozy atmosphere the Chicken paillard is out of this world

We went for Father's Day. Even though we had a reservation for three, we were offered a couple of two tops inside which we declined. We were shown to the back room where we were instructed to wait while they cleaned off a four top. We waited 5 minutes at least. When we were finally seated, service was extremely slow. We had 4 different people come to the table so I'm not sure who our server was. Of the few menu items, they were already out of one of them (at Lunch!) We ordered items that didn't require cooking but still took a awhile and the one item that did require cooking we were told after the fact was now burned and wouldn't be available. We then ordered another item that never came. The food was average but the service is why I won't waste another dining experience here.

Haven was amazing! Attentive service and delicious food. Highlights were the tuna crispy rice and the ricotta toast appetizers, the skirt steak and the everything tuna entrees, and the noodle kugel side dish! Definitely go try this neighborhood gem!

This was my first time at Haven UWS it was amazing. The Tuna crispy rice and Chicken Paillard with Brussels sprouts/hazelnuts was outstanding. To top it off the chocolate chip cookies were on point delicious and warm. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming loved the hanging plants and little touches throughout.

What an adorable place! This gem recently opened on the UWS and my roommate and I heard a bunch of great reviews about it. We decided to check it out on a Friday night, and the place was packed! Despite the establishment being quite busy, we were seated relatively quickly. Makada wound up being our server. It was very impressive how she handled a full bar, while not compromising service. She was very friendly and has a lovely personality. The food was absolutely delicious! We started off with the matzoh ball soup, that had an interesting, very flavorful miso broth. The fusion was unique but it worked well! Would highly recommend! For the main dish we had the Bronzino, and it was incredibly flavorful! The sauce was delicious and the quality of the fish was fantastic. Will definitely come back here! Hats off to the chefs and the staff, they made it a great dining experience for us.

Something for everyone!! We were a group of 9 with multiple allergies & dietary needs and Haven handled all of our needs from start to finish with the utmost care & never skimped on taste! For the vegans in the group- the mushroom farro side along with the falafel burgers were all delicious. We added the white bean dip to the burgers and they were next level! The rest of the group LOVED the General Tso's Chicken Lollipops and Tuna Crispy Rice- both standouts and should not be missed. Skirt steak was tender and flavorful and the fries were so good- perfectly hot & crispy with just the right amount of salt that we ordered an extra side and not one fry was left! And for a little nostalgia we shared Grandma Sylvia's noodle kugel- now we know why her recipe has stood the test of time! Last but certainly not least we indulged our sweet tooth and tried all 3 desserts-- and they were all SO good. We inhaled the amazing chocolate chip cookies- just the right amount of chips & sweetness and MUST try Chocolate Babka French Toast. If you are a rice pudding aficionado you will not want to miss the Butterscotch Risotto! We can't wait to come back for lobster Taco Tuesday! Haven is a great addition to UWS.

An amazing addition to the UWS. The service, food, and ambiance is great. Cannot recommend more; highly recommend the steak and seared tuna.

This new and cozy spot hosted a 14 person celebratory dinner for us last week. The food was perfectly cooked and punctually brought out from appetizers to desserts. Everything was delicious but 'fan favorites' were the sweet potatoes (we fought over the last spoonful) and steak! The wait staff were friendly and helpful and the desserts were simple and delicious. If you're looking for a great atmosphere to host a dinner or brunch, Haven is a wonderful choice!

2/10/24. This restaurant is mismanaged and a 100% shit show! The owner/manager Brian is way out of his element and should steer far from being in the service business. The kitchen was sending out dishes to the wrong tables and it took over an hour to get our first course. When we approached the owner he was unapologetic and this mayhem seems to be the norm. We were impressed with the fun menu but it was downhill from there. Food was not good and presentation was sad. Good fries though. Even the QR code bill didn't work properly and again Brian was unapologetic with everything. He didn't seem to care. Not worth a visit at this dump! We actually gave the server the full 20% in cash since we knew this owner is not to be trusted. His reply is a complete lie and I'm eager for other disappointed diners to share their view. I always want to see success for a small neighborhood business however this owner is crooked and can't run a small operation that's not even busy. What a shame of an investment

A welcome newcomer to the neighborhood! Such a relaxed vibe, delicious food, and a great bar. Their cookies for dessert are warm and amazing! It's my new regular spot!

As a long-time Upper West Sider, I'm always excited to try new neighborhood places. After walking past the empty storefront for years, I was thrilled when I learned Haven would be opening at the end of last year. The food is amazing (the whipped ricotta and crispy tuna appetizers are MUSTS! as is the sweet potato gnocchi...), it's a fun and casual atmosphere and friendly service. It also has a really nice bar which will be perfect to grab a drink before heading the The Beacon for a show. I'm so happy to have a new spot to add to my UWS rotation!

Decided to try out this new restaurant in the neighborhood and wasn't impressed. The ambiance is nice and the staff is friendly but we waited over an hour for our food and the dishes weren't anything special for a pretty hefty price. $24 for a burger and fries and $25+ for a salad with protein. Our food was also room temperature which was disappointing

I am a die-hard Upper West Sider and there is nothing more welcome than a new and unique restaurant in our hood. While it has only been open a little over 2 weeks, I have eaten there a few times and it keeps getting better. The front windows are welcoming and you clearly get the vibe once you enter the space, which is filled with awesome music and friendly staff. I ate a few times in the back room and once in the 6-top up front and was just as happy in either room. I would consider myself a low key "foodie" so I was really intrigued with just about everything on the menu: favs so far are the french onion soup mushrooms, crispy rice with tuna and absolutely LOVED the italian salad - omg the dressing!!! God only knows what they put on the Haven burger, but it's amazing! (*My teens by far favored the burger but happily ate just about everything else we ordered too!) The skirt steak is topped with a magical chimichurri and the sliced tuna was just delicious. I have never loved sweet potato anything but their sweet potato gnocchi is quite special which oozes with a yummy sauce. One night I sat next to a couple who said Haven's kugel was better than her own "Killer Kugel" and we ended up sharing kugel recipes which only added to the warm and cozy vibe of Haven. I actually saw a lot of those conversations happen across tables. This place has a community feel that I haven't felt in a neighborhood restaurant...maybe ever. I ended up drinking Haven's sauvignon blanc each time which was priced well and tasted delicious. My husband is an avid beer drinker and has loved the Talea on tap. The wait staff has been super friendly and I am pretty sure a few know me by name, which is also something I have longed for living on the upper west for over 20 years. While Haven is new and, as with any new restaurant, still working out some kinks, I am looking forward to many more meals there and many drinks at their very cool bar too!

I almost don't want to share the secret because once everyone really knows how amazing this place is.....we will never get a reservation again! From the warm modern vibe inside to the wonderful staff and charming owner! Every dish seems to be made with love and was brought onto the menu from his own family recipes. This restaurant is a keeper!

I enjoyed Have last night for the second time some it opened a few months ago. I love the eclectic, manageable, menu. My party and I enjoyed the Reuben Flatbread, Spicy Tube Crispy Rice and Miso Soup & Matzoh Balls to start. All were excellent. The miso soup isn't your run-of-the-mill miso you get free with your sushi dinner. It was deeply flavorful. The other two appetizer delivered strongly. For dinner the party had chicken paillard, tuna and cheeseburger. I didn't taste the tuna but the other dishes were great. The chicken paillard was definitely a standout for entrees. Big dish which unexpectedly added hazelnuts as an amazing compliment. Too full for dessert but the owner graciously brought out chocolate chip cookies with sea salt which were hot, gooey and amazing. Very fun night!!

This was my second time at the Haven, and both experiences have been great. It has the charm of a downtown restaurant but the warmth of the UWS. I am GF and found great options on the menu. My favs have been the tuna and the steak. The rice pudding dessert is also unique, my friend loved it so much she said she could have happily had it as her entire meal. I will def be back, and I would consider dropping in to eat at the bar.

We wandered into Haven last minute; a friend had reservations and we walked over with her and luckily they were able to accommodate an extra two people in the bar area. We had Steak, Cauliflower and Fish and it was all delicious! The owner is friendly and busses tables himself and really cares about his customers. Wine is good. We would 100% go back. Also, it's a place where you can casually hang, eat dinner with a friend, eat at the bar, or also go with your parents for a family dinner, an overall great new spot!

Service was non-existent. Took an hour to place an order. They ran out of biscuits and left out a key ingredient on the salad I ordered. I tried to order a drink and they brought me the wrong one and then never brought the correct one. Salad was not worth $20. Worst dining experience I've had in NYC.

Outstanding and delicious food. You must try the tuna crispy rice appetizer, the General Tso's chicken lollipops, and Grandma Sylvia's kugel! Very creative drinks. My favorite's the Apthorp Spritz. Extra friendly staff and servers. The decor is modern and cozy. The UWS definitely needs a place like this, which is perfect for families or date nights, too. Looking forward to going back later this month!

Extremely creative menu, and everything was delicious! The service was great too! You do not want to miss this awesome new restaurant!

A great addition to the neighborhood. Really nice space with a nice vibe, excellent food and nice people. Interesting menu with good vegetarian options. The onion soup mushrooms were really great, as were the tuna and chicken entrees. Looking forward to trying the rest of the menu...we'll definitely be back.

Haven is the BEST addition to the Upper West Side I have seen in years. You walk in and immediately feel welcomed and at home. It has a buzzy downtime vibe, although conveniently located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. I have been about 7 times since it opened 6 weeks ago! My favorite menu items are the skirt steak, the Sheeps Meadow salad, the crispy tuna rice, the Chicken Paillard, the Everything Seared Tuna, and The Haven Cheeseburger. The Broccolini is delicous too. I am usually not a dessert person, but think Haven has the best dessert items including the warm chocolate chip cookies and Babka servced with your choice of ice cream. Everything is delcious, will be back next week!!!

I'm obsessed with this place. Such an incredible addition to the neighborhood. The food is beyond amazing and the menu is full of creative twists on everyone's favorites, so you want to come back five nights in a row to try everything. The desserts are all mind-blowing. The babka and chocolate chip cookies are literally the best desserts I have ever tasted in my life. The staff is so warm and nice. And the vibe is perfect - cozy, beautiful decor, great energy. This will definitely be our go to place from now on. Absolutely loved it.

Haven UWS is my favorite restuarant. I can attest to the consistently amazing quality of the food. Each visit is a culinary adventure, with new flavors to discover. Whether you're stopping by for a quick bite or settling in for a leisurely meal, Haven UWS never disappoints. It's no wonder why I find myself returning week after week - the food truly is exceptional. Haven has truly captured my heart with its impeccable cuisine and inviting ambiance, making it a cherished part of my weekly routine.

Always excited for a new place in the neighborhood. Tried really hard to eat here, but sadly it was not to be. This place really does not have its act together. We showed up to check in, but puzzlingly no host was there to check anyone in. There were 3 other parties also waiting. And lots of empty tables. After multiple requests over 10 minutes, someone finally came. He was not friendly and took his time seating each party and making the rest continue to wait. He was not apologetic, nor warm or welcoming. We were finally seated, and then the waiting continued as no one brought water, came to greet us, or even acknowledged our existence. After waiting unsuccessfully for 15 minutes where literally no one came to our table, we put on our coats and left. No one seemed to care or notice that we walked out the door. This experience was such a waste of our time and so sad. Do better Haven!

The food is incredible! We had the ricotta toast, the sweet potato gnocchi, farro, & cheeseburger. Everything was so delicious. The service was great too. Haven is a beautiful space.

Tried this new American restaurant recently on the UWS - and I loved it! The food was American with "a twist". Every dish was absolutely delicious, but loved that they had originality - miso matzo ball soup, roasted cauliflower, skirt steak and tuna were my favorites. So tasty. Location couldn't be better - centrally located on the UWS. Cocktails were delicious as well and cleverly named (which gave me a smile). Warm wait staff. Loved the decor. Just happy to have a place to go to that is delicious and reasonably priced. Definitely will be back and can't wait for them to start lunch and breakfast service. A welcomed addition to the UWS!

I was excited to try a new restaurant in the neighborhood. Staff was friendly. They didn't have a very big menu and they were out of the daily special and two of the other things we tried to order. we ended up having the French onion soup mushrooms. And the tuna on crispy rice. Honestly, we wound up leaving and went to finish dinner at another restaurant. Food took a really long time to come out. I was really surprised at how not good it was. I've never left a restaurant before and gone somewhere else to have dinner. I'm sorry to write this review, but this place really needs a lot of work. Both appetizers were not good. Completely underwhelming.

Wanted to support a local new establishment but was underwhelmed. Arrived for our reservation and was seated next to a rather inconsiderate couple who did not move his coat which was literally on my seat (row bench). I had to scoot around his coat into my seat. We were told that the daily special and some appetizers were not available and this was an early dinner reservation. We ordered the stuff mushrooms which were about the size of a quarter ( 5 mini servings) so you can visualize how much stuffing can be in it?! The roasted cauliflower was also small for the price, uncut and barely roasted. Then we waited over and hour to get our main courses, not once did the wait staff tell us why it was taking so long, leading me to think either it's the norm or they don't really care. Finally when the bill arrived, I really was not in the mood to tip 20% but the payment app does not allow tipping less than 20%! I tried hitting the 15% option multiple times but it kept bouncing back to 20%.