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olea - New Haven
Price: Very Expensiveâ˘Spanishâ˘4.8(1,443)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.Consiglio's - New Haven
Price: Moderateâ˘Italianâ˘4.9(601)Consiglio's Restaurant: A True Taste of Italy in the Heart of New Haven's Little Italy Districtâ¨Consiglio's Restaurant has been a staple of the Little Italy district in New Haven for over 80 years. Founded in 1938, this third-generation, family-owned establishment offers a romantic and comfortable atmosphere and uses old-world, family-inspired recipes to create delicious dishes.
Consiglio's menu is focused on delivering affordable, delectable food for guests to enjoy any day of the week. Start your meal with an appetizer like the cauliflower with truffle oil, eggplant rollatini, or the fried calamari. For the main course, indulge in popular dishes like the Lobster Ravioli, Homemade Cavatelli and Braciole, or their award-winning Lasagna, which recently took home the title of "Best Pasta in the State."
L'Orcio
Price: Moderateâ˘Italianâ˘4.8(2,289)RESERVATIONS:
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L'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.The Luke Brasserie Bar & Cafe
Price: Moderateâ˘Contemporary French / Americanâ˘4.8(388)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.
Gioia - Wooster Street New Haven
Price: Expensiveâ˘Italianâ˘4.8(435)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 @GioiaNHV
Online reservations are now available through our website!!!Cast Iron Chef Chop House & Oyster Bar
Price: Expensiveâ˘Steakhouseâ˘4.7(1,232)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.
Union League Cafe
Price: Very Expensiveâ˘Frenchâ˘4.7(2,874)Reminiscent of a Paris brasserie it is where old world charm meets the new. Warm and welcoming to New Haven's cafe society, it is located across from Yale University old campus. The restaurant offers menu and ambiance in a casual elegant style. Always using the best ingredients of the moment, Union League CafĂŠ's food combines French classical traditions with a more contemporary approach to flavors, textures and native ingredients. Local and organic fish, meats, cheeses, produce and rare specialty products from around the world help our chefs create our award-winning cuisine.Camacho Garage
Price: Expensiveâ˘Contemporary Mexicanâ˘4.6(1,341)Camacho Garage brings acclaimed Executive Chef/co-owner Arturo Franco-Camacho's exciting and unique tastes of Mexican street food to the lively Westville neighborhood. Enjoy yourself in a sophisticated, fun environment with a vintage garage feel. Fully opening oversized garage doors yield an abundance of light, as well as provide a seamless experience from the indoor dining space to the outdoor patio dining featuring a fireplace and outdoor shipping container bar. The all-day food menu features an assortment of small plates of both traditional and Mexican inspired recipes made with fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients. Think, Mexican street food with a strong focus on tacos and ceviche, as well as tostadas, salads, raw bar, and made-to-order guacamole. The bar menu highlights an extensive and unique local beer selection, specialty cocktails, tequila, mezcal, and other Mexican inspired beverages.
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- RRandyVIPGreater Boston â˘19 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoFrom start to finish staff and food were excellent! Thank you Rosanne for making my 65th birthday special!More infoStrega - New HavenPrice: Expensive⢠Italian⢠New Havenâ˘4.8
- BBillVIPConnecticut â˘96 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoAs always. great friendly service and very good foodMore infoolea - New HavenPrice: Very Expensive⢠Spanish⢠New Havenâ˘4.8
- LLarryVIPNew York City â˘61 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoOnce again, an absolutely superb dining experience. Vincent and his staff have truly created New Haven's most creative and best executed dining experienceMore infoThe Luke Brasserie Bar & CafePrice: Moderate⢠Contemporary French / American⢠New Havenâ˘4.8
- MMaxenceConnecticut â˘1 review5.0Dined 6 days agoIt was an amazing experience with my boyfriend. Good thank you.More infoZINC New HavenPrice: Expensive⢠Contemporary American⢠New Havenâ˘4.7
- RRobVIPDenver / Colorado â˘71 reviews5.0Dined on May 3, 2025outstanding atmosphere, food, drink and service! ďżź our best experiencing New Haven so far. ďżźMore infoHarvest Wine Bar and Restaurant - New HavenPrice: Expensive⢠American⢠New Havenâ˘4.5
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