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1. Haven Beer Co. - Hamden
4.7
Exceptional(116)
Price: Moderate
• Brewery • Hamden
Booked 27 times today
Welcome to Haven Beer Company- more than just a brewery. We have our own brews, plus guest beers, a full bar with craft cocktails, wine, and a menu of great food made in-house. Come in for lunch, dinner, or a beer. Great for large groups or smaller get together - Everyone is welcome!
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2. Salvatore's Steakhouse
4.2
Awesome(16)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Hamden
Booked 16 times today
At Salvatore's Steakhouse, we pride ourselves on offering a casual fine dining experience like no other. Our menu features locally sourced produce, dairy, and prime steaks cooked to perfection. With an extensive bar program specializing in fine wines and craft cocktails, we aim to create a wonderful family dining experience!
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3. La Lupa Ristorante - North Haven
4.4
Awesome(136)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • New Haven
Booked 3 times today
La Lupa is an innovative way to appreciate the taste of traditional recipes handed down from our grandmothers or from our family, elaborated with unaltered passion, and the essence of Rome, Italy. The recipes that are used to create the La Lupa brand are the result of extensive research, keeping together the methods of family tradition, the discovery of secret ingredients and of each cooks own personal methods.The excellence of the dishes offered, the pleasant and familiar atmosphere that reigns within the restaurant, the right balance between quality and price, seasoned with the sympathy and professionalism of the owners and staff, are the strengths of the restaurant.We grant everyone who dines with us in North Haven, CT, the opportunity to experience Rome!!
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4. Buffalo Wild Wings - North Haven
4.0
Excellent(11)
Price: Moderate
• American • Hartford
Booked 1 time today
Since 1982, Buffalo Wild Wings® (or B-Dubs® as our friends call us) has been the ultimate place to watch the game, have a cold beer and eat some great food. At Buffalo Wild Wings, you can always feel comfortable pulling some tables together with your friends and staying as long as you want.
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5. Red Lobster - North Haven
4.3
Awesome(13)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • New Haven
Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.
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6. Gioia - Wooster Street New Haven
4.8
Exceptional(441)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • New Haven
Booked 38 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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7. Cast Iron Chef Chop House & Oyster Bar
4.7
Exceptional(1241)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • New Haven
Booked 36 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.
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8. L'Orcio
4.8
Exceptional(2297)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • New Haven
Booked 22 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 Library Wine Bar & Bistro
4.6
Exceptional(728)
Price: Expensive
• American • Wallingford
Booked 12 times today
A UNIQUE DINING EXPERIENCEWe've combined the essence of historic downtown Wallingford with exquisite cuisine, along with a worldwide wine selection to bring you Wallingford's most unique dining experience.The Library Wine Bar and Bistro is Wallingford's original town library. Built in 1899, it was passionately and lovingly restored back to its classic, architectural beauty in 2014.Executive Chef Jonathan Harris, and the Massella family invite you to come and dive into a new chapter of an old Wallingford landmark. Savor the comforts of traditional cuisine, wine, and spirits while nestled at a comfortable table near our cozy fire, and let the story begin!
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10. ZINC New Haven
4.7
Exceptional(2996)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • New Haven
Booked 20 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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