Best Trendy Seafood Restaurants in Chelsea
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Cull & Pistol Oyster Bar
Raw‑bar depth and fresh seafood from a top NYC market.
Notable Picks
8.5
A raw‑bar‑focused seafood hall inside Chelsea Market serving dozens of oyster varieties, lobster rolls, and seasonal seafood in a lively, casual‑elegant setting. Locals and visitors choose it for fresh catch and reliable execution. The menu balances approachable dishes (fish & chips) and premium items (uni, diver scallops).
Must-Try Dishes:
Dozen East Coast Oysters, Connecticut-style Lobster Roll, Live Diver Scallops
What Makes it Special: Raw‑bar depth and fresh seafood from a top NYC market.
#2
Hav & Mar
8.4
Marcus Samuelsson’s seafood-forward Chelsea room blends Swedish and Ethiopian cues into confident, market-driven cooking. The kitchen shines with bright crudo, cleanly cooked whole fish, and spice-lifted sauces that keep plates lively rather than heavy. A Michelin-recognized spot with a stylish bar cadence, it’s one of 10001’s most reliable seafood dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Brown Butter Scallops, Banana Leaf Snapper, Hamachi with Black Ceviche
What Makes it Special: Global seafood cooking anchored by Samuelsson’s flavor play.
Worthy Picks
7.8
Bright, beach‑inspired spot offering sustainable seafood — from fish tacos to lobster rolls — with a casual, friendly vibe ideal for lunch or informal dinner. The menu caters to varied dietary preferences while keeping seafood fresh and portioned well. It’s a go‑to for affordable, fresh seafood without pretense.
Must-Try Dishes:
Montauk Fish Tacos, Maine Lobster Roll, Blackened Monkfish Sandwich
What Makes it Special: Sustainable seafood with relaxed coastal vibe in Chelsea.