7 Best Historic Restaurants in Shelton

7 restaurants available nearby

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A photo of Founders House Pub & Patio restaurant

1. Founders House Pub & Patio

4.6

Exceptional(652)

Price: Expensive

• American • Milford

Booked 11 times today

WELCOME TO FOUNDERS HOUSE PUB AND PATIO ON THE HISTORIC MILFORD GREEN

A photo of The Luke Brasserie Bar & Cafe restaurant

2. The Luke Brasserie Bar & Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(393)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary French / American • New Haven

Booked 4 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.

3. ZINC New Haven

4.8

Exceptional(2997)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • New Haven

Booked 16 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.

4. Villa Lulu

4.3

Awesome(572)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • New Haven

Booked 3 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!

5. Elm City Social

4.4

Awesome(320)

Price: Moderate

• American • New Haven

Booked 5 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.

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6. Trattoria 'A Vucchella

4.8

Exceptional(508)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Bridgeport

Booked 3 times today

In Bridgeport, Connecticut, Trattoria 'A Vucchella is an Italian restaurant that serves delicious and unique dishes based on classic, rustic Italian cooking. Its lunch and dinner menus are full of traditional Italian dishes broken up into antipasti, primi and secondi courses that will give you a tour of a variety of Italian tastes. Whether you’re in the mood to try some traditional honey beef tripe or littleneck clams sautéed in white wine and garlic or homemade potato gnocchi stuffed with crab, Trattoria 'A Vucchella will satisfy your desire. Trattoria 'A Vucchella prides itself on pleasing diners with its authentic Italian cuisine in a comfortable and relaxed dining atmosphere. So, no matter if you’re just looking for some antipasti and a glass of wine or are celebrating a big family style dinner, it’s just the place to do it.

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7. Oxford House Tavern

4.7

Exceptional(288)

Price: Expensive

• American • Oxford

Booked 2 times today

Multiple Award winning and located at the historic Oxford House, The Oxford House is and inviting experience for the entire family.

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7 restaurants available nearby

1. Founders House Pub & Patio

2. The Luke Brasserie Bar & Cafe

3. ZINC New Haven

4. Villa Lulu

5. Elm City Social

6. Trattoria 'A Vucchella

7. Oxford House Tavern

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