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1. Lockworks Tavern
4.4
Awesome(111)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Branford
Booked 3 times today
Lockworks Tavern isn't just your neighborhood tavern; it's an experience unto itself, a destination for those seeking something beyond the ordinary. Situated at the crossroads of tradition and innovation, the tavern captivates with a blend of rustic charm and modern flair. Here, conversations flow freely and your glass is always full.
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2. HOME
4.7
Exceptional(228)
Price: Moderate
• American • Branford
Booked 1 time today
What does home feel like? In our welcoming space, we craft a variety of delicious comfort food dishes to give you that feeling every time you visit. Comfort foods with a twist and nothing but local support is our specialty!
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3. Consiglio's - New Haven
4.8
Exceptional(622)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • New Haven
Booked 8 times today
Consiglio's Restaurant: A True Taste of Italy in the Heart of New Haven's Little Italy District
Consiglio's Restaurant has been a staple of the Little Italy district in New Haven for over 80 years. Founded in 1938, this third-generation, family-owned establishment offers a romantic and comfortable atmosphere and uses old-world, family-inspired recipes to create delicious dishes.Consiglio's menu is focused on delivering affordable, delectable food for guests to enjoy any day of the week. Start your meal with an appetizer like the cauliflower with truffle oil, eggplant rollatini, or the fried calamari. For the main course, indulge in popular dishes like the Lobster Ravioli, Homemade Cavatelli and Braciole, or their award-winning Lasagna, which recently took home the title of "Best Pasta in the State."
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4. Te Amo Tequila Bar & Tacos
4.5
Awesome(369)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • New Haven
Booked 10 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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5. ZINC New Haven
4.8
Exceptional(3004)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • New Haven
Booked 4 times 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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6. Cast Iron Chef Chop House & Oyster Bar
4.6
Exceptional(1255)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • New Haven
Booked 23 times today
We are a New York steakhouse with a twist. Our Executive Chef is the only one in Southern Connecticut to use the old world technique of skillet cooking; producing the most perfectly cooked steak. Besides our steak entrees, we also offer the freshest seafood, lamb and duck entrees, as well as daily specials prepared to perfection by our master chefs. All of our beef is perfectly aged and hand cut on the premises. We use only the finest ingredients, the freshest seafood and Prime Angus beef; each presented with simple elegance. Enjoy our homemade specialty breads and desserts.***On Sunday, June 15, Father's Day, we will NOT be serving our brunch menu. We will be serving our regular menu without burgers. Thank you for your understanding.
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7. Villa Lulu
4.3
Awesome(575)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • New Haven
Booked 5 times today
Located on “Restaurant Row” in historic downtown New Haven at The Shops at Yale, Villa Lulu’s bi-level space is a multi-sensory experience filled with eclectic artwork, vibrant textiles, an open kitchen, and lively bar scene. The menu is a bold and seasonal illustration of exceptional Italian cuisine, from market fresh and prime meat, to Neapolitan style pizza and al dente pasta dishes. Enjoy a beautiful selection of Italian wine varietals. Mixology comes in the form of creative interpretations of the classics and the use of premium spirits, house-made tinctures, syrups, purees, and infusions. Come check out why Villa Lulu was named in the New York Times 52 Best Places to Visit in 2023!
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8. Harvest Wine Bar and Restaurant - New Haven
4.5
Awesome(314)
Price: Expensive
• American • New Haven
Booked 3 times today
Delight in the taste of customary American cuisine with a twist at Harvest Wine Bar. Harvest's menu features dishes, such as grilled calamari and lobster macaroni and cheese. Some of its main entrées range between seared sea scallops, as well as filet mignon with truffle mashed potatoes and roasted brussels sprouts with red wine demi-glace. At Harvest, guests can also enjoy different drinks for every course of the meal. It is also a great place for date night.$25 lunch 2 course pre fixe Live Jazz every Thursday 7-9PMWeekend Brunch Sat & Sun 11:30-3PMWine Specials Sunday & Wednesday
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9. Chacra Peruvian Cuisine - New Haven
4.1
Excellent(108)
Price: Moderate
• Peruvian • New Haven
Patio Seating Now Available!Chacra celebrates the rich culinary diversity of Peru and brings an exciting exploration of this multicultural cuisine to New Haven. Chacra honors Peru’s deeply rooted and diverse heritage, including its native Criollo, Chinese Chifa and Japanese Nikkei cuisines; its name a tribute to Peru’s famous farming fields and its popular national drink “Pisco” Chacra welcomes you to discover our unique take on contemporary Peruvian cuisine, an intriguing blend of authentic and innovative dishes that are, in a word, unforgettable. Bold flavors, exotic aromas, unique cocktails and a vast selection of local and international beers, that will take you on an amazing journey that is anything but everyday BUEN PROVECHO!!!We are happy to announce that Chacra pisco-bar has been honored the Best Latin Restaurant & the Best Late Night statewide as well Best Peruvian, Best Brunch, Best lunch in New Haven County by Connecticut Magazine for their BEST OF CONNECTICUT 2024.
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10. Steakhouse at Millpond Gathering
4.8
Exceptional(430)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • North Haven
Booked 4 times today
At Millpond Gatherings, we are an all encompassing hospitality center where you can eat, celebrate, shop, and stay with us here in the quaint town of Northford, Connecticut. The Millpond Steakhouse, run by Executive Chef Pedro Avila, is a farm-to-table modern American steakhouse with a fine dining flare. Our dry-aged grass fed beef is sourced from our own cattle farm just 2 miles up the road, and accompanied with local produce from our surrounding farmers. Downstairs in the Tavern we encompass the spirit of historic New England with a cozy laid back atmosphere and weekly live music on Thursdays and Sundays. Millpond Events is our venue hall located adjacent to the restaurant. This rustic charming space will harvest many special memories and celebrations.

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  • Shayne
    Connecticut •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 27, 2025
    Great apps, good entree portions, great wait staff!
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    Union KitchenPrice: Expensive• American• Hartford
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    4.6
  • Fred
    Philadelphia County •6 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Jun 22, 2025
    Delicious food, but I expected more variety of Aussie beers. Dining room is an open space leading to higher noise level. Service was excellent.
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    Flinders Lane Kitchen and BarPrice: Expensive• Australian• Stamford
    •
    4.5
  • Diana
    Tampa / Central Florida West •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 15, 2025
    La Buena Vida food was amazing! We were a party of three, had appetizers, entrees and desserts. None of the courses disappointed. Our waitress, Anna, was adorable. She was personable and made us feel as if we were dining in her home. She patiently answered all our questions and request. The menu was pricey but worth the cost for a celebratory dinner. They do have a Sangria Sunday special but it is every other weekend. You may want to check which weekend if you want the sangria and save a few dollars. I highly recommend La Buena Vida for that special celebration.
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    La Buena VidaPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Center Moriches
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    4.6

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