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Bread arrives as a dense, seed-studded round of fresh rye, and that commitment to doing the Nordic thing properly runs through every course of Aquavit's tasting menu. Emma Bengtsson grew up in a Swedish fishing village, and the kitchen reflects it, precise and abundant rather than austere. Two Michelin stars and an AAA Five Diamond make the case before you even sit down. Midtown, jackets optional but effort appreciated.
The awards strongest first
- AAA Five Diamonds
- Michelin Guide 2 Stars
- The New York Times 2015 · 3 stars · Restaurant Review
- James Beard Awards 2024 · Semifinalist · Outstanding Chef · Emma Bengtsson
- The New York Times #8 · The 100 Best Restaurants in New York City
- Eater The Best Restaurants in Midtown
One number, weighted & current 95
How we scoreThe dishes from the writeups
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Arctic bird's nest
“Emma Bengtsson’s Arctic Bird’s Nest — a stunningly realistic-looking creation incorporating a honey nest, chocolate twigs, freeze-dried raspberries, brownie dirt, and shredded halvah — is worth the trip on its own.”
Eater, 2026 -
Kladdkaka
The New York Times, 2026 -
Duck breast
“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.”
Michelin Guide
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