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1. L'Orcio
4.8
Exceptional(2299)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • New Haven
Booked 20 times today
RESERVATIONS:Garden Tables - Outdoor DiningStandard Tables- Indoor DiningL'Orcio is an upscale dining establishment serving Contemporary Italian Cuisine. In house made specialty pastas like Ricotta Gnocchi, Papparedelle and Ravioli are only part of the L'Orcio experience. Chef d'Amuri, an Italian native, also works his magic grilling whole fish and juicy steaks and offers a variety of meat and fish dishes daily. Desserts like Tiramisu', Charlotte agli Amaretti and Lemon Tart are also prepared in house. A relaxing and elegant ambiance with a European flair is the perfect backdrop for lunch, dinner or spirits. Located in a refurbished historical home the restaurant offers a unique space their guests. Family owned and operated with an eye for detail L'Orcio has a lot to offer. Come in for a meal, a drink or just to say Ciao.
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2. Encore by Goodfellas
4.7
Exceptional(446)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • New Haven
Booked 31 times today
Goodfellas Restaurant is proud to present our newest venture, ENCORE by GOODFELLAS! New Haven’s most anticipated, fine dining establishment. With a combined 50 years in the restaurant industry, we bring a modern interpretation of an era when dining and entertainment went hand and hand; a space where eating and drinking and performances come alive in a luxury setting with exceptional service. Our newly renovated space boasts upper and lower level dining, a modern 40 seat bar and live entertainment every night. As always, our main commitment is on our award winning, well-rounded cuisine coupled with outstanding service. Our mission is to give our guests the ultimate night out with the highest quality food, wine, drink, service and entertainment.
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3. ZINC New Haven
4.8
Exceptional(2996)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • New Haven
Booked 1 time today
Across from the historic New Haven Green, ZINC offers an innovative seed-to-plate menu that celebrates the surrounding community. Sustainable food has been the focus of ZINC since opening its doors in 1999 and has helped earn our place as a fixture in the downtown landscape. Our modern interpretation of “American Food” is local market inspired and globally infused with a focus on sustainable food, offering a dining experience fit for the most enthusiastic of foodies. ZINC offers a Wine Spectator award-winning wine menu.
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4. Olives and Oil
4.5
Awesome(246)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • New Haven
Booked 9 times today
Brought to you by the team at Elm City Social, Olives and Oil explores Chef John Brennan's modern take on rustic Italian cuisine, wine, and life in a vintage setting.What you'll find inside: fresh ingredients, small plates, brick oven-fired pizza, and a delicious raw bar.Serving lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch! **Please note that most of the seating in our restaurant is at High-Top tables, bar height tables. If you or someone in your party requires a low/dining height table please contact us directly as we are unable to guarantee those limited tables without advance planning.**
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5. Pacifico - New Haven, CT
4.6
Exceptional(1440)
Price: Moderate
• Latin / Spanish • New Haven
Booked 8 times today
We are located in the heart of downtown New Haven NY times, Zagat, Hartford Courant rated, featuring extraordinary Nuevo-Latino cuisine. Along with traditional tapas, some of our signature dishes include Seafood Paella, Skirt Steak with Chino-Latino stir fried rice, Caramelized Salmon and Dulce de Leche Cheesecake. Among some other favorites are our Sangria and award winning Mojitos (Best Mojito – CT Magazine) which will surely liven your day.
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6. The Luke Brasserie Bar & Cafe
4.8
Exceptional(391)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary French / American • New Haven
Booked 12 times today
Chef Vincent is excited to bring a dynamic contemporary brasserie experience to New Haven.Chef Vincent has worked with such culinary giants as: Charlie Trotter, Daniel Boloud, Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Marcus Samuellson, Rocco Dispirito, Georges Blanc, Paul Bocuse, Michel Geurard, and Stephen Starr.
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7. The Library Wine Bar & Bistro
4.6
Exceptional(728)
Price: Expensive
• American • Wallingford
Booked 6 times today
The Library Wine Bar & Bistro is a special place for any occasion. The reviews are filled with praises for the beautiful ambiance, excellent service, and delicious food. It's been mentioned as a great spot for anniversaries, brunches, and even birthday celebrations. The fact that it's a historic place just adds to its charm. Whether you're looking for a quaint dinner or a lively event, The Library Wine Bar & Bistro is a fantastic choice.
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8. Te Amo Tequila Bar & Tacos
4.4
Awesome(368)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • New Haven
Booked 14 times today
Te Amo Tequila Bar & Tacos ( translation: I Love Tequila) is a modern Mexican restaurant and tequila bar featuring delicious tequila cocktails, and a completely unique taco experience. Whether you are going out for happy hour, date night or late night partying, the sophisticated atmosphere combined with two fully stocked bars & open kitchen will have you loving Te Amo. Located adjacent to the New Haven green, across from the Omni Hotel and through the plaza from the Shubert Theater.Noteworthy: Margaritas flights, flaming queso, one of a kind tacos, summer terrasse diningNot finding your available time? Check out our sister locations Barracuda Bistro & Bar & 80 PROOF American Kitchen & Bar (also on open table)
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9. Tre Scalini Ristorante - CT
4.7
Exceptional(240)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • New Haven
Booked 14 times today
If you are looking for the warmth and inviting ambiance of an elegant, yet affordable Italian restaurant, look no further than Tre Scalini Ristorante in Tariffville. Diners can gaze out onto the ever popular Wooster Street as they enjoy their meal thanks to the many windows along the restaurant’s front. An upper balcony area offers seating that overlooks the main dining floor and features chandelier lighting for an added touch of elegance and romance. Dishes you are sure to enjoy at Tre Scalini Ristorante include the calamaretti fritti, gnocchi saporiti, spaghetti carbonara and the salmone alla brace. With so many pasta, seafood, poultry and beef menu items to choose from, you are sure to find something that is pleasing for everyone at Tre Scalini Ristorante.
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10. John Davenport's at the Top of the Park - Omni New Haven
4.3
Awesome(429)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • New Haven
Booked 6 times today
John Davenports is a 19th floor restaurant and bar that offers contemporary, approachable, coastal New England fare with the best views of New Haven.Our Executive Chef strives to resource sustainable, seasonal ingredients from local farmers, while taking pride in products made in house. His culinary team highlights the Atlantic coastline and its abundant offering from the sea. Floor-to-ceiling windows bring the most captivating, panoramic views of the city, Long Island Sound, and Yale University to our community.
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