AQUAGRILL

I typically only order mild fish so I had the Sole for lunch it was fantastic. My guests tasted it too. The Lobster roll was a favorite at our table. Of course you should go for the oyster selection. A small restaurant but a great find! Now one of my favorites! Pros: fantastic seafood, outdoor seating, lots o' oysters Cons: small restaurant more

I've eaten here several times, and as a seafood snob, I can say I've never had fresher fish on the east coast. The service isn't always great (especially for larger groups) but it's never been rude, either. The oyster selection is perhaps the best in the city, and they usually have one or two very unusual fish selections as well, which are always worth trying. I strongly recommend the restaurant. Pros: Fresh, fresh fish, Not TOO expensive Cons: So-so service more

One of the few places in the city that has fresh herring from Holland few the few weeks in early summer. Wonderful food and service whether at a table with a group or at the bar when eating alone. Pros: lively atmosphere, relaxed, food always fresh Cons: a bit pricey more

Great oysters, service was nice, food was fresh, ambiance - decor nice too. Pros: good variety, service Cons: pricey cockails more

You can't go wrong with the selection of oysters here. great wine list and the right atmosphere. Food is good for price. Enjoy a drink at the bar over fresh shucked oysters. Pros: Fresh seafood, wine list Cons: parking more

I love aquagrill during the summer. I get my hair cut right across the street and as soon as I'm done I always sit at the bar at Aquagrill slurping down some super-fresh oysters. It's a bit pricey, sure... but it really makes for a good experience. more

Somehow, the ratings for my review, ""Sour Grapes"", posted on 05/16/2002 and erroneously credited to ""Anonymous"" are missing from the site. Here they are now. In addition, the chef, Jeremy Marshall, will prepare his fresh fish any way you want - they will happily prepare for your dietary restrictions. ChefARA. Pros: al fresco dining, best oysters, great wine list Cons: on street parking more

In a couple of visits, I've found the food to be first rate, especially considering the price. The fish is fresh, with emphasis on unusual options, like white salmon. The preparations are creative, although they prepare most fish simply, too, if you'd prefer. They had outstanding raw bar selections, too. There's no comparison to Blue Water. The food here is far superior, although it's nowhere near as big a scene. more

If youre going for great seafood, you cant get any better than Aquagrill in SOHO area. Prompt seating (less than 15 minutes without reservation) and very friendly service. My only problem is our waiter makes a mistake in our order (computer error) , but I can live with it. Pros: Prompt seating, Great service, Excellent food Cons: need better service more

THe food was terrific, except for some overdone Tuna. The ambiance was terrific and everyone was very nice until we sat down at our table. Our waiter never poured a glass of wine, took the bottle of wine away before we were finished, took plates away before we were finished and then gave me a bad look when he got a tip that he deserved. There are to many reteraunts with food of that quality to say that I will be sorry to not go back. Pros: Food, Ambiance Cons: Service more

My husband (a hard-core seafood lover) and I (not a big fan of seafood) dined at AquaGrill last Saturday night on their terrace. I often find seafood dishes either bland or greasy --not at AquaGrill. I had the tuna w/jasmine rice cakes in peanut sauce that was mouthwateringly delicious. My husband had the cod w/ mushroom sauce that was amazing! Our French waitress was the sweetest and most knowledgeable server I have ever encountered. Delightful! The manager (in pigtails w/ribbons) was also very helpful and charming but not overly solicitous. She suggested a creme brule w/armangnac prunes, ""I know it sounds odd but it's very sophisticated."" Sophisticated it was and incredible! My husband has dragged me to Le Bernadin (bland w/snooty service) and Duck's (Red Lobster?) and Blue Water Grill (loud) but now I'LL be the one suggesting we go out for seafood --only at Aquagrill! Pros: amazing food, amazing service, comfortable decor Cons: 6th ave can be loud, n/a, n/a more

Why does it take so long to be helped? Doesn't it matter that you are paying? Apparently, not - was what I got without any apologies. Food, of course, is always great but at a price of rude service. It just isn't worth it. If the manager apologized that would help somewhat but no apologies - whatever! more