Aquagrill
New York, NY 10012-3601
Phone: (212) 274-0505
- Price:
- $$$
- Cross Street:
- 6th Avenue
- Directions:
- C, E at Spring St
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 12pm-3pm, 6pm-10:45pm, Fri 12pm-3pm, 6pm-11:45pm, Sat 12pm-3:45pm, 6pm-11:45pm, Sun 12pm-3:45pm, 6pm-10:30pm
Editorial Review for Aquagrill – by Dana Bowen
The Scene
Since it flung open its floor-to-ceiling windows in 1996, this sophisticated corner seafood spot has been one of Soho's quintessential neighborhood restaurants. Its pillow-strewn lounge is perpetually packed with unwinding professionals; the long bar manned by oyster shuckers and friendly bartenders; and the elegant (though clamorous) dining room, managed by a smart set of attentive servers.
The Food
When it comes to inventive seafood and stellar oysters, this international and surprisingly affordable menu is one of the city's most popular. Signatures like falafel-crusted salmon and sweet stone crab claws with jicama-jalapeno slaw are buoyed by seasonally changing dishes. Start with meaty, flash-fried soft-shell crab simply paired with citrus vinaigrette, or super-fresh raw sea bass wrapped around wasabi-slathered avocado. For entree fish, pick your own roasted or grilled, or rest assured in creative compositions, like rich John Dory offset with sweet-corn risotto. The house-made chocolate truffles are an ideal denouement.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasOn any given day, the oyster list features dozens of international offerings, from New Zealand Coromandels to British Columbia Malaspinas.
What to DrinkThe wine list has plenty of bargains, indicated as "specials." Pinot blancs and reislings pair beautifully with the food.
Where to SitThe outdoor terrazzo tables are preferred during warm weather, especially at brunch, and smoking is permitted.
User Reviews for Aquagrill
10/04/2008 Posted by JElliotF
The food here is fantastic! The freshest seafood and so generous with the portions. We had the Seafood Plateau and it was a huge bucket. We also ordered the oysters that were so fresh and yummy. We had Warm Octopus Salad it was perfect.. Love places like this where the focus is on the quality of the food and not the decor. Very unpretentious, service is great, prices are excellent and you can't beat the freshness of the seafood. Definitely a fan and a returning customer!
Pros: server,food
08/22/2008 Posted by adross1
The Oyster selection is extensive and the entrees are very tasty interpretations of fish we've all eaten a million times before (halibut, cod, tuna, etc). The restaurant is nosiy and crowded at dinnertime but no one seemed to care. Not overly expensive, with most entrees under $30. The most amazing seafood I've ever eaten? Nah. But it is very good. And chicks dig Soho.
Pros: Good food, Extensive Oyster Selection, Good Wine List
Cons: Small & Crowded
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