Aquavit
New York, USA
⭐2 Stars
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
No detail goes unnoticed at this contemporary Swedish beauty, sporting a sleek bar and open kitchen with Chef Emma Bengtsson at the helm. Enjoy the eponymous infused spirit along with bites from one of two dinner tasting menus. Expect glazed earthenware, slate platters and wooden boxes cradling the likes of a medallion of North Sea cod, torched ever so slightly, and accompanied by a light-textured mussel foam and petite wedges of roasted red endive. Lean and tender duck breast sided by a petite block of compressed leg meat is dressed tableside with a beet sauce enriched with duck jus. The meal may end with a composition of green apple and fennel featuring rye cake, apple ice, bitter caramel and whipped, smoked crème fraîche.
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
1. Nordic Cuisine with a Twist: Aquavit is known for its creative takes on traditional Nordic cuisine, using new techniques and ingredients to transform the classic dishes. 2. Extensive Wine List and Aquavit Infusion Program: The restaurant has an extensive wine list as well as an aquavit infusion and cocktail program, offering guests a unique drinking experience. 3. Private Dining Spaces for Social and Corporate Gatherings: Aquavit offers private dining spaces that can accommodate groups of up to 100 people, making it an ideal location for special occasions and corporate events.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
["herring","Swedish Sausage","Norwegian Sandefjord sauce"]
Menu & Pricing
Current Offerings & Prices
The menu at Aquavit includes a variety of dishes such as Klädesholmen Matjes Herring ($26), Poached Blue Egg ($27), Charred Venison ($26), Icelandic Cod ($45), Wild Striped Bass ($44), and Duck And Cauliflower ($47). The restaurant also offers a selection of champagnes, sparkling wines, whites, reds, and desserts. Prices vary for each dish.
In The Media
Aquavit - Fine Dining Lovers
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Restaurant Review: Aquavit in Midtown - The New York Times
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