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1. Gioia - Wooster Street New Haven

4.8

Exceptional(436)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • New Haven

Booked 22 times today

PLEASE NOTE: The rooftop at GIOIA does not accept reservations. Seating is first come, first served. Cheerful Italian food and drink in Wooster Square. Follow us @GioiaNHVOnline reservations are now available through our website!!!

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2. Encore by Goodfellas

4.7

Exceptional(435)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • New Haven

Booked 14 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. Cast Iron Chef Chop House & Oyster Bar

4.7

Exceptional(1234)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • New Haven

Booked 34 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.

4. L'Orcio

4.8

Exceptional(2291)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • New Haven

Booked 26 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.

5. olea - New Haven

4.8

Exceptional(1443)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • New Haven

Booked 15 times today

In the heart of downtown New Haven, Connecticut, Olea offers an innovative interpretation of Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine. Chef Manuel Romero and his team explore these flavors in their food, wine, and cocktails, locally sourcing many products and importing specialty items from the Mediterranean region.

6. ZINC New Haven

4.8

Exceptional(2998)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • New Haven

Booked 10 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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7. Harvest Wine Bar and Restaurant - New Haven

4.5

Awesome(310)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • New Haven

Booked 13 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

8. Siena New Haven

4.7

Exceptional(272)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • New Haven

Booked 10 times today

Located inside The Blake Hotel, welcome to Siena New Haven... a bridge where Italian tradition meets modern contemporary flare. Antipasti, artisanal crostini, from scratch pasta, and so much more available to you. Our menu features a carefully curated cocktail program and extensive wine list. Siena New Haven is located on the lobby floor. Guests can also visit the High George by Siena - New Haven's premiere rooftop bar, located on the 6th floor and open year round. It is outfitted with a full bar and lighter food options. High George by Siena Rooftop is open Friday & Saturday. Reservations are not required. We are open to the public and available for semi-private and private events.

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9. Strega - New Haven

4.8

Exceptional(76)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • New Haven

Booked 11 times today

The name of the restaurant is inspired by the Legend of Janare of Benevento. Strega means ‘witch’ in Italian and Benevento is considered the “city of witches”. At Strega, our mission is to transport our guests to the Italy we cherish. Drawing inspiration from traditions across the Italian peninsula, we are dedicated to crafting an authentic Italian experience. With a profound appreciation and understanding of Italy’s rich history and culinary heritage, we prioritize using imported Italian products and are committed to maintaining authenticity in our recipes and menu selections. At Strega, we believe that cooking with seasonal, authentic ingredients means there is not need for unnecessary embellishment - our food tastes great, is fresh, and at its peak. Our experience is crafted through a series of selected choices. We take pride in serving freshly made dishes, embracing wholesome Italian cooking with fresh and healthy ingredients.We look forward to serving downtown New Haven.

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10. Heirloom - New Haven

4.4

Awesome(1541)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • New Haven

Booked 11 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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5.0
Dined 2 days ago
There were many options of appetizers, entrees, and desserts! We all ordered differently to enable a vast sampling of delicacies. All 6 of us were pleased and satiated by the 3 courses!The food was authentic Italian cuisine and fabulous!This restaurant is a gem! I wish we would have discovered this sooner in our visits to New Haven!!!!
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Lucille
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5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our waiter Michael was excellent food was delicious
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Michael
New York City •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent dinner, food was phenomenal, as my wife stated “Best steak ever”
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Cast Iron Chef Chop House & Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• New Haven
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LaurieVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Wow - excellent food! Best meal I've had in a long time...including Los Angeles, NYC and Miami. We ordered three appetizers and three entrees to share and everything was fantastic.
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Gioia - Wooster Street New HavenPrice: Expensive• Italian• New Haven
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4.8
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Anna
Philadelphia County •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Sleek interior, beautifully trained and attentive staff, ethereal food. Unfortunately, the din precludes any sort of conversation.
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