Best Fun Restaurants in New Haven

33 restaurants available nearby

1. ZINC New Haven

4.7

Exceptional(2768)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • New Haven

Booked 31 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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2. The Luke Brasserie Bar & Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(137)

$$$$

• Contemporary French / American • New Haven

Booked 13 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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3. Heirloom - New Haven

4.3

Awesome(1393)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • New Haven

Booked 12 times today

A Farm Coastal Restaurant located inside the Study at Yale Hotel on Chapel Street at the heart of Yale University Campus in New Haven, CT. Our friends, farmers & growers in Connecticut, New England & beyond supply us with heritage ingredients showcasing the farm & coastal bounty, integral to American Heirloom Cooking. Our wine collection includes wines from Italy, Spain, France, Australia, Germany, South Africa and the United States. Our wine choices are eclectic and distinctive with a focus on value and boutique labels as well as Sustainable, Organic and Bio dynamic selections. Inviting warmth and hospitality, local-heartfelt fare; eclectic wines and cocktails and a commitment to honest service and value are paramount to the Heirloom experience.

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4. Ordinary - New Haven

4.7

Exceptional(113)

$$$$

• Comfort Food • New Haven

Booked 19 times today

New Haven's Oldest Bar, located in the heart of the Historic Downtown Area. Comfort Food paired with Craft Cocktails. Due to COVID Regulations we are operating limited schedule open Thursday - Saturday 4:00 - 11:00. Take a look at our menu at https://ordinarynewhaven.com/menus/We hope to see you soon!

5. Elm City Social

4.2

Awesome(210)

$$$$

• American • New Haven

Booked 17 times today

Voted Connecticut’s Best New RestaurantElm City Social evokes the spirit of the 1920s, bringing back to life the craftwork of cocktails that has been lost until now. In the kitchen, Chef John Brennan draws you in with seasonally inspired menus that can only be described as “comfort food with a flavorful twist.” People love our style; we were even named one of the Best New Restaurants this year by Connecticut Magazine.We’re located inside the historic building that once housed Kasey's Restaurant in the early 1900's. By the corner of Chapel and College Streets, we're situated across the street from the famed Shubert Theater and just off the New Haven Green. Join us today.

6. The Anchor Spa

4.2

Awesome(49)

$$$$

• Caribbean • New Haven

Booked 2 times today

*Please note: Outside Seating is on a first come, first served basis. You may request Outside Seating with your reservation and we will do our best to accomodate it, however, we cannot guarantee it.*Named after the Milford, Connecticut beach where it first opened during Prohibition, in its halcyon days The Anchor became a favorite watering hole for actors, artists, poets, writers, and Yalies, and the after-work boîte for bartenders and staff from other bars. Relaunching in 2016, The Anchor effortlessly aligned with a revitalized Downtown New Haven, in the vibrant midst of Yale University. The bar and eatery simultaneously honors, embraces, and reflects the City’s economic, social and intellectual diversity—representing a cultural cocktail of town and gown immediacy of a deadline. The Anchor’s new owner, Yale alumnus Karl Franz Williams’ plan is to preserve the best and most recognizable aspects of the restaurant’s former incarnation and create something evocative and timeless.

7. Villa Lulu

4.4

Awesome(355)

$$$$

• Italian • New Haven

Booked 17 times today

Italian old-school classics in a contemporary yet homey setting.

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8. 80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar

4.0

Excellent(83)

$$$$

• American • New Haven

Booked 9 times today

80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar is a modern twist on classic fare with a focus on shareable plates, elevated bar food & approachable craft cocktails in a vibrant atmosphere with two bars, a large private patio, and multiple options for private dining and events. Chef Sonia Salazar of Te Amo Tequila Bar & Barracuda Bistro & Bar delivers another delicious menu to the area. menu highlights include lobster mac n cheese, champagne oysters, watermelon feta salad, short rib sliders topped with kimchi, wonton nachos with tuna tartar, seaweed salad, pickled red onions with spicy mayo and wasabi cream sauce and the specialty drink menu features a seasonal selection of delicious summer cocktails with ingredients such as vodka, bourbon and gin with fresh watermelon, blackberries, basil & mint.

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9. Te Amo Tequila Bar & Tacos

4.5

Awesome(288)

$$$$

• Mexican • New Haven

Booked 45 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.Not finding your available time? Check out our sister location 80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar (also on Open Table) or Barracuda Bistro & Bar (accepting walk-ins only)

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10. Encore by Goodfellas

4.3

Awesome(50)

$$$$

• Italian • New Haven

Booked 18 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.

Best Fun Restaurants in New Haven

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33 restaurants available nearby

1. ZINC New Haven

2. The Luke Brasserie Bar & Cafe

3. Heirloom - New Haven

4. Ordinary - New Haven

5. Elm City Social

6. The Anchor Spa

7. Villa Lulu

8. 80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar

9. Te Amo Tequila Bar & Tacos

10. Encore by Goodfellas

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