Aquarelle Brings the European Seaside to Avenue B
Baris Koroglu, an owner of this new luxuriously appointed
East Village spot, is serving a European take on seafood,with dishes like fluke crudo with blood orange, scallopsspiced with piri piri, branzino with Meyer lemon, and salt-baked red snapper with herbs and olive oil. It pays to notethat the stoves stay lit until midnight for that restorativelobster pasta with heirloom tomatoes before you call it anight. Source.
47 Avenue B (East Fourth Street), aquarellenyc.com.
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This East Village Newcomer Feels Like Dining Inside A Luxe Submarine–& It Serves Some Of The City’s Freshest Seafood
Living by the sea has nothing on dining under the sea, and that’s what we New
Yorkers are now able to do thanks to NYC newcomer Aquarelle, the latest
seafood-inspired restaurant and lounge to open its doors in the East Village.
Aquarelle feels like you’re taking a dip in the crystal clear waters of the
Mediterranean, with its meticulously designed interior that evokes the
sensation of being inside a luxurious submarine and a stunning menu focused
around seafood and raw bites to match.
That’s to say the space is enveloped in soft marine hues, shimmering
mermaids subtly integrated amidst gilded fish, custom mirrors crafted to
resemble the textured surface of barnacles, and captivating octopus murals
adorning the walls. The centerpiece of the lower lounge is a bar meticulously
designed to resemble the interior of a submarine, while a marble raw bar
offers a tantalizing display of the day’s fresh catch. Source.
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East Village: Aquarelle opens in what had been Le Souk, according to a spokesperson. 25-year hospitality vet Marcus Andrew is behind the flip to a seafood bar and cocktail lounge. Baris Koroglu joins him in the project. It’s open late. 47 Avenue B, at East Fourth Street. Source.
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In a cavernous space that looks like a submarine moonlighting as a nightclub, Aquarelle replaces Lamia’s Fish Market, a similar concept. They serve squid ink linguine with crab meat, a $74 surf-and-turf steak and lobster combo, and more glitzy seafood in the East Village. Source.
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In the East Village, where New York’s electric past meets its ever-evolving present, a new chapter begins with Aquarelle, a seafood bar and cocktail lounge that channels the rhythm of the ocean and the soul of late-night Manhattan. Located at 47 Avenue B, the newly opened restaurant invites guests into a transportive dining experience that feels both fresh and timeless. Source.
Aquarelle Takes The East Village Under The Sea
Located at 47 Avenue B, the newly opened Aquarelle invites guests into a transportive dining experience that feels both fresh and timeless.
The brainchild of hospitality veterans Marcus Andrew, of Le Souk and Lamia
Fish Market, and Baris Koroglu, of The Lullaby and Paradise Club, Aquarelle is
more than just a restaurant; it’s a revival.
Designed to bring back the warmth and spontaneity of old New York, the
space glows with marine-inspired hues, natural textures and candlelight,
evoking a coastal European retreat right in the heart of Manhattan. Source.
Aquarelle Brings the European Seaside to Avenue B
Baris Koroglu, an owner of this new luxuriously appointed East Village spot, is serving a European take on seafood, with dishes like fluke crudo with blood orange, scallops spiced with piri piri, branzino with Meyer lemon, and salt-baked red snapper with herbs and olive oil. It pays to note that the stoves stay lit until midnight for that restorative lobster pasta with heirloom tomatoes before you call it a night. Source.
47 Avenue B (East Fourth Street), aquarellenyc.com.
Aquarelle Brings the European Seaside to Avenue B
Baris Koroglu, an owner of this new luxuriously appointed
East Village spot, is serving a European take on seafood,
with dishes like fluke crudo with blood orange, scallops
spiced with piri piri, branzino with Meyer lemon, and saltbaked
red snapper with herbs and olive oil. It pays to note
that the stoves stay lit until midnight for that restorative
lobster pasta with heirloom tomatoes before you call it a
night. Source.
47 Avenue B (East Fourth Street), aquarellenyc.com.
Aquarelle Opens in the East Village: A Seafood Bar & Cocktail Lounge That Feels Like a Vacation in the Heart of Manhattan on June 26, 2025
In a city that never sleeps, Aquarelle invites you to slow down and savor
the moment while staying true to the vibrant spirit of New York dining.
Opening this June at 47 Avenue B in Manhattan’s East Village, Aquarelle
is a seafood bar and cocktail lounge designed for escape.
Bringing old New York Back, the kitchen is open to midnight six days a
week, making it the destination you can always count on for some of the
freshest seafood in town, a welcoming and friendly environment, and an
elevated dining experience that revives the spirit of late-night
Manhattan. Source.
Aquarelle Brings Back the Spirit of Old New York: A Seafood Bar and Cocktail Lounge Where Late Nights Still Matter
In a city that prides itself on never sleeping, Aquarelle aims to offer
New Yorkers and those who appreciate the city’s unique energy a
reason to stay out, linger, and enjoy the ambiance of the night.
Opening June 26, 2025, at 47 Avenue B in the heart of the East
Village, Aquarelle presents itself as more than just a restaurant. It
strives to be a nod to the New York that many remember: a city
where kitchens stayed open late, neighborhood spots felt
welcoming, and diners could often count on warm hospitality and
elevated food well into the night. Source.
Indulge at Aquarelle: The East Village’s New Seafood Bar & Cocktail Lounge Offering a Taste of Paradise in Manhattan
As a devoted foodie in a city that never sleeps, I’m eagerly anticipating the grand opening of an extraordinary new restaurant in my cherished East Village, where I’ve spent five years of my life in a small studio overlooking the famous Katz’s Delicatessen at the corner of East Houston and Essex. Those years were filled with unforgettable moments, living as an artist in the vibrant heart of the arts scene, just across from the bustling Remedy Diner and right above a lively nightclub. It was a whirlwind of creativity and excitement – an experience like no other!
On Thursday, June 26th, starting at 7 PM, Aquarelle will open its doors at 47 Avenue B, New York, NY 10009, bringing a taste of paradise to the neighborhood.
Bringing old New York Back, the kitchen is open to midnight six days a week, making it the destination you can always count on for some of the freshest seafood in town, a welcoming and friendly environment, and an elevated dining experience that revives the spirit of late-night Manhattan.
Created by global hospitality veterans Marcus Andrew and Baris Koroglu, Aquarelle brings back the magic of old New York — where kitchens stay open late, neighborhood spots feel like home, and diners can always count on an honest, elevated experience. Source.
From Velvet Ropes to Neighborhood Tables How Aquarelle Revives an East Village Icon
In the heart of the East Village, a familiar address is being reborn. The building at 47 Avenue B, once home to the legendary Le Souk and Lamia Fish Market, has reopened its doors as Aquarelle, a seafood bar and cocktail lounge that feels like both a return and a reinvention. For Marcus Andrew, the restaurateur who first brought Le Souk to life over two decades ago, the transformation is deeply personal.
“This space has always been about bringing people together,” says Andrew. “Back then, it was music, mezze, energy. Today, it’s candlelight, conversation, and a menu rooted in the sea. But the intention hasn’t changed, it’s still about connection.”
Andrew, who helped define the downtown nightlife era of the early 2000s, is reentering the scene with a new mindset and a new partner: Baris Koroglu, a hospitality powerhouse whose roots stretch from the kitchens of Cappadocia to Manhattan’s buzziest venues. With experience at The Lullaby, Paradise Club, and 9 Jones, Koroglu has helped shape some of the city’s most creative and culturally rich nightlife experiences. But like Andrew, his focus has shifted.
“We’re not trying to recreate what was,” Koroglu says. “We’re building what’s missing, places that stay open late, feel like home, and deliver warmth with elegance.” Source.
Aquarelle Anchors the Coastal European Dining Wave in the East Village
https://nyweekly.com/lifestyle/aquarelle-anchors-the-coastal-european-dining-wave-in-the-east-village/Lately, New York City has felt just a little more like the Côte d’Azur. From Amalfi-inspired interiors to seafood towers and lavender spritzes, a new wave of restaurants is channeling the laid-back elegance of coastal Europe. This summer, the East Village welcomes its own breezy escape in the form of Aquarelle, a seafood bar and cocktail lounge that invites you to linger, sip, and savor, just like they do in St. Tropez.
The restaurant just opened at 47 Avenue B, Aquarelle is the latest venture from hospitality veterans Marcus Andrew and Baris Koroglu. But it’s also something more: a love letter to a slower, more sensual kind of dining, where Mediterranean charm meets New York edge. “We wanted to create a place that transports you,” says Koroglu, who previously brought his vision to life at The Lullaby and Paradise Club. “Aquarelle is inspired by coastal towns where you eat late, drink slowly, and never feel rushed.”
The location has its own history. Once home to Le Souk, the famed Moroccan lounge that helped define early-2000s nightlife downtown, the space has been reimagined since it was last open as Lamia Fish Market. The soft marine tones, natural textures, and flickering candlelight give the feeling that you’ve stumbled into a seaside villa, without ever leaving the East Village. Aquarelle isn’t alone in this shift. Across downtown Manhattan, a growing number of restaurants are embracing the Mediterranean model with seafood-forward menus and design that nods to the Riviera. New Yorkers are trading fast and casual dining for something warmer, more elegant, and more relaxed. Still, Aquarelle stands out. Source.
NYC's Best Seafood Restaurant to Try Now
I just found the most stunning seafood bar in NYC — and yes, you’re literally sitting next to the oysters they serve you. It’s giving raw bar fantasy. The vibe? Art gallery meets lowkey party. The food? Out of control. Oysters from both coasts, trio tartare, a lobster that deserves its own spotlight… even the salad and mocktails hit. Seafood lovers, this is your moment. Tag your foodie crew.
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A new seafood and Mediterranean restaurant just opened that feels like summer on the coast of Greece, and it’s right here on the East Village.
@aquarellenyc is a sexy upscale spot dripping in seaside vibes with a different theme for each room you enter.
Aquarelle / 47 Avenue B, New York City
- Deluxe Tower (Clams, Shrimp, Oysters and Ceviche)
- Seafood pasta
- Aquamelon watermelon salad
- Crab cakes
- Lava Cake
- Love Potion Cocktail + mocktails
My favorite items were the watermelon salad, snapper with lemon and capers, and the oysters but you honestly can’t go wrong with anything we ordered!
This is truly a seafood lovers paradise. Whether you’re pulling up for date night, a birthday, or just craving some fresh seafood, I recommend making a reservation.
Run, Don't Walk
Seafood lovers run don’t walk to @aquarellenyc !!!! my menu must haves are the grilled octy and the deluxe seafood tower which comes with shrimp cocktail, ceviche, clams, oysters, salmon tartare, and 1/2 a lobster
Aquarelle NYC RESTAURANT
Aquarelle (@aquarellenyc) is a vibrant seafood bar and cocktail lounge that transports guests to a coastal European escape right in the heart of Manhattan’s East Village.
Founded by hospitality pros Marcus Andrew (@marcus_47_) & Baris Koroglu (@bariskorg), Aquarelle revives the magic of old New York—where kitchens stay open late and the dining experience feels like home. Open till midnight six days a week, the spot serves some of the freshest seafood in the city, complemented by botanical-forward cocktails and a warm, inviting atmosphere.
With soft marine hues, natural textures, and candlelight, Aquarelle’s ambiance exudes Mediterranean charm with a touch of NYC energy. Whether you’re stopping by for a late-night bite or a relaxing evening, Aquarelle promises an elevated, yet approachable, dining experience. Source.
Aquarelle (@aquarellenyc)
47 Avenue B, East Village
