Aquavit NYC

Aquavit NYC Awarded two stars by the 2020 Michelin Guide, Aquavit celebrates the cornerstones of Sweden's 500-ye
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A pioneer on the American dining scene, Aquavit opened to immediate success in midtown Manhattan in 1987. More than two decades later, we continue bringing thoughtful, seasonal, and distinctive nordic cuisine to our dining room and lounge.

06/09/2026

Elysian Fields lamb is paired with white asparagus, nettle purée, fermented black currant gel, and a light lamb sauce. Rich and savory, with fresh spring flavors and a touch of brightness from the black currant, the dish feels balanced, comforting, and seasonal.

Swedish Midsummer is almost here, which means strawberry season is finally at its peak. For our Midsummer lunch, dessert...
06/09/2026

Swedish Midsummer is almost here, which means strawberry season is finally at its peak.

For our Midsummer lunch, dessert will be a strawberry vacherin with crème fraîche sorbet, mint, and currants — a celebration of the season at its sweetest.

Our Midsummer lunch will be on Saturday, June 20th from 12-2pm. And if you can’t make it in, we will have our Midsummer Kit or Smorgastarta available to go.

Atlantic cod is paired with a smooth potato and spring onion purée, seared green asparagus, and a classic Sandefjord sau...
06/04/2026

Atlantic cod is paired with a smooth potato and spring onion purée, seared green asparagus, and a classic Sandefjord sauce. Light and comforting at once, it moves between delicate sweetness, gentle richness, and a clean, coastal freshness that feels quietly composed.

We are making a limited quantity of Smörgåstårta (Sandwich Cake) for your Midsummer Weekend, available for pickup on Fri...
06/02/2026

We are making a limited quantity of Smörgåstårta (Sandwich Cake) for your Midsummer Weekend, available for pickup on Friday 6/19.

The cake will include layers of shrimp skagen, cold smoked salmon and ham, decorated with gravlax, löjrom, egg, asparagus, matjes herring and cheese. Be the star of your Midsummer weekend and order your cake today!

05/29/2026

Iberico pork is served with fava beans and green strawberry, finished with a mustard sauce that brings a gentle kick and ties everything together. It’s rich without feeling heavy, with fresh, slightly sweet notes and a bit of sharpness that keeps it feeling bright and easy to enjoy.

05/27/2026

Our beloved Kroppkakor, gets a spring makeover, filled with ramps and spring vegetables. Accompanied by sauteed spinach,broccolini, pickled green strawberries, and ramp oil. A bright seasonal take on a Swedish classic.

Every graduate deserves a cap worthy of the occasion. Flourless chocolate cake rolled with black currant jam and marzipa...
05/25/2026

Every graduate deserves a cap worthy of the occasion. Flourless chocolate cake rolled with black currant jam and marzipan, finished with a touch of gold foil brings a subtle sweetness to the celebration — smooth, bittersweet, and playfully elegant, for marking the moment around the table. 🎓✨

Sweden’s National Day is just a few weeks away, which means our beloved Strawberry Cake is making its return — just in t...
05/22/2026

Sweden’s National Day is just a few weeks away, which means our beloved Strawberry Cake is making its return — just in time for the celebration.

Available June 4th–June 6th for takeout or by the slice in the Bar Room.

Order your whole cake today or reserve your Bar Room table and celebrate with us over a slice!

Swedish Midsummer is one of Sweden’s most beloved celebrations, marking the arrival of summer with long daylight hours, ...
05/20/2026

Swedish Midsummer is one of Sweden’s most beloved celebrations, marking the arrival of summer with long daylight hours, flowers, music, and seasonal dishes centered around fresh produce like strawberries, new potatoes, and herbs.

Our annual celebration returns on Saturday, June 20th with a special three-course Midsummer lunch from 12–2pm.

Enjoy all your favorite herrings, cold seafood preparations, and cheese pie prepared especially for the occasion, followed by your choice of main course and dessert.

Join us as we celebrate one of our favorite traditions of the year.

Delicate branzino paired with a lemon beurre blanc, sweet peas, and marble potatoes. Bright, light, and balanced, the di...
05/18/2026

Delicate branzino paired with a lemon beurre blanc, sweet peas, and marble potatoes. Bright, light, and balanced, the dish brings together citrus, sweetness, and subtle richness in a way that feels perfectly suited for the season.

Address

65 E 55th Street
New York, NY
10022

Opening Hours

Monday 11:45am - 2:30pm
5:30pm - 10pm
Tuesday 11:45am - 2:30pm
5:30pm - 10pm
Wednesday 11:45am - 2:30pm
5:30pm - 10pm
Thursday 11:45am - 10pm
Friday 11:45am - 2:30pm
5:30pm - 10pm
Saturday 5:30pm - 10pm

Telephone

+1 212-307-7311

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