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1. Cast Iron Chef Chop House & Oyster Bar

4.7

Exceptional(1233)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • New Haven

Booked 49 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.

2. ZINC New Haven

4.8

Exceptional(3000)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • New Haven

Booked 17 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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3. Gioia - Wooster Street New Haven

4.8

Exceptional(436)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • New Haven

Booked 33 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!!!

4. olea - New Haven

4.8

Exceptional(1444)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • New Haven

Booked 11 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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5. Harvest Wine Bar and Restaurant - New Haven

4.5

Awesome(307)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • New Haven

Booked 29 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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6. Heirloom - New Haven

4.3

Awesome(1540)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • New Haven

Booked 16 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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7. Strega - New Haven

4.8

Exceptional(75)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • New Haven

Booked 8 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.

8. L'Orcio

4.8

Exceptional(2290)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • New Haven

Booked 21 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.

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9. The Luke Brasserie Bar & Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(388)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary French / American • New Haven

Booked 18 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.

10. South Bay

4.6

Exceptional(478)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • New Haven

Booked 16 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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5.0
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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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Kevin
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great service and food. Cool menu and waitstaff was attentive and friendly.
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ZINC New HavenPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• New Haven
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4.8
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Anna
Philadelphia County •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Sleek interior, beautifully trained and attentive staff, ethereal food. Unfortunately, the din precludes any sort of conversation.
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olea - New HavenPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• New Haven
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John
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Service was great and felt taken care of. Always one of our favorite restaurants
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Cast Iron Chef Chop House & Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• New Haven
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4.7
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Lauren
New York City •1 review
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Our waiter was wonderful. The rest of the staff looked like they wanted to go home. It was the evening of Mother’s Day so i think it might just been because it was a long day.
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Harvest Wine Bar and Restaurant - New HavenPrice: Expensive• American• New Haven
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