Restaurants near Schubert Performing Arts Center

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1. ZINC New Haven

4.7

Exceptional(3005)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • New Haven

Booked 9 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.

2. olea - New Haven

4.9

Exceptional(1448)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • New Haven

Booked 7 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.

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3. The Luke Brasserie Bar & Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(396)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary French / American • New Haven

Booked 11 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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4. Heirloom - New Haven

4.3

Awesome(1547)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• 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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5. Strega - New Haven

4.8

Exceptional(101)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • New Haven

Booked 4 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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6. Harvest Wine Bar and Restaurant - New Haven

4.5

Awesome(316)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • New Haven

Booked 8 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

7. Olives and Oil

4.5

Awesome(253)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • New Haven

Booked 6 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.**

8. South Bay

4.3

Awesome(490)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • New Haven

Booked 10 times today

In early 2019, the Siguenza Family welcomed the newest additions to the JS Restaurant Group with the openings of South Bay New Haven and South Bay Greenwich. These are the eighth and ninth restaurants for the Siguenzas as they continue to share their creativity, energy, and passion to provide an exquisitely warm and welcoming dining experience in the communities they serve.

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9. Te Amo Tequila Bar & Tacos

4.5

Awesome(374)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • New Haven

Booked 5 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)

10. Villa Lulu

4.3

Awesome(576)

$$$$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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ArtVIP
New York City •39 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wow! This was some of the most amazing food I've had in a long time. All of it from start to finish. And the owners couldn't be nicer! You have to try Strega.
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Strega - New HavenPrice: Expensive• Italian• New Haven
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4.8
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EDDIE
New York City •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Magnificent food and professional service. I recommend the duck confit and the octopus 🐙 appetizer. You can't have a bad meal at Olea.
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olea - New HavenPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• New Haven
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4.9
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Kimberly
Fort Lauderdale •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jul 21, 2025
Food was excellent!!! Service was fabulous. Beautiful weather for using their outside seating
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Harvest Wine Bar and Restaurant - New HavenPrice: Expensive• American• New Haven
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4.5
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Gordie
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jul 18, 2025
Friendly and attentive staff, great menu and wonderful presentation of meals. Thank you!
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Heirloom - New HavenPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• New Haven
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4.3
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Steve
Nashville •34 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jul 9, 2025
Food and wine list are very good and the food preparation was excellent. The whipped chesse was superb.
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ZINC New HavenPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• New Haven
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4.7

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