SKÁL
(Now Closed)Scandinavian Restaurant, New American Restaurant, and Cocktail Bar$$$$
Chinatown, New York
Has a stamp of approval from The New Yorker and Eater
35 Tips and reviews
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EaterDecember 5, 2013Critics and foodies are buzzing about the inspired New Nordic fare from chef Ben Spiegel. Highlights include beef tartare, the confit duck wings, and the hanger steak.
Leo SumulongJanuary 3, 2015The menu changes with the season, but their meat and seafood dishes are great -- nice complex flavors, well balanced and with accessible New Nordic touches. I loved the pork belly & scallops.
The New YorkerNovember 26, 2013“Dinner at Skál…can feel surreal. The owner, Oli Bjorn Stephensen, designed the place to evoke a baðstofa, the communal living-and-sleeping room in the grass-covered cottages of his native Iceland.” Read more
- April WallogaNovember 2, 2013Such a gem. Loved the buttery monkfish, sous vide Berkshire pork, fried smelt, and insanely delish celery dessert. Do not leave the building without trying the broccoli (crispy, saucy, salty).
- Lauren SmithFebruary 19, 2015Was looking for a place to celebrate an Iceland trip reunion and this fit the bill perfectly. ++Delicious food - particularly scallops and pork belly. -- Wow, they are slow. Prepare to settle in.
Benjamin PalmerJuly 5, 2014This place is delicious, clever casual Scandinavian food. Go heavy on apps like charred broccoli, waygu, octopus. Great summer spot
YJ HanOctober 7, 2013Fantastic Icelandic food! Unique, special and lovely food + nice service. If you haven't try Celery ice-cream, try it-!
Serious EatsNovember 10, 2013Hip Scandinavian bar and restaurant undone by underwhelming food and poor service. But solid drinks at the bar—where the bartenders are friendly—has some appeal. Open until 3 or 4 a.m.
Probably definitely one of the best meals I've ever consumed. Raw beef. Lamb tongue sandwich. Monkfish. BEET ROOT DESSERT.
Christina - Event DetailsAugust 22, 2013Love the outdoor seating. And the owner's dog, Super Max, is super cute and owns the sidewalk. ;)
Great spot to come for a late night drink, sitting at the open-air bar.
Definitely try the drink "Gurka" meaning cucumber in most Nordic countries. Refreshing and lovely
Jeni BulcockMarch 1, 2015Get the octopus starter. I could have eaten two of these and skipped the main.
Jill OngSeptember 18, 2013The service is good. But unfortunately the food is underwhelming. Small portions, high prices. I went home n still had to eat chips.
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SKÁL is a modern restaurant and cocktail bar in New York on the Lower East Side. Open till 3-4 AM every day and wonderful brunch on weekends.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Wed, Sun
- Noon–2:00 AM
- Thu
- 5:30 PM–3:00 AM
- Fri
- 5:30 PM–4:00 AM
- Sat
- Noon–4:00 AM
(212) 777-7518
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert
Drinks
Wine, Cocktails
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"A beautifully designed restaurant with impeccable service. Check out their daily bar specials – we like the Oysters & Champagne or the Sliders & Beer."
The Corcoran Group - 9.0
"Tried smorebrod with smoked salmon and with herring - both taste delicious, highly recommend the place."
Alexander Chegrenets - 7.3
"Nice scandinavian ambiance, good for a relaxing night... bergen seafood chowder highly recommended!"
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- 8.9
"Great DJ on Sat night. Crowded, but really fun vibe. Hidden gem"
Streeter - 8.7
"Don’t let the funky vibe fool you. Food is excellent. Breakfast tacos and the pulled pork cubano."
Eddy Badrina - 8.6
"Great spot for a boozy time. Nawlins atmosphere, eclectic music and late night snacks. Try the pork dumplings and butterfly shrimp. They've got a pool table in the back."
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