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The Luke Brasserie Bar & Cafe, New Haven, CT

The Luke Brasserie Bar & Cafe

4.8 (391)
$30 and under
Contemporary French / American
261 College St, New Haven, CT 06510-2405

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Innovative
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Cocktail Bar, Café
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Vincent Chirico

What 391 people are saying

The Luke Brasserie Bar & Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Connecticut

    Innovative

  • New Haven

    Best Food

  • New Haven

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Luke Brasserie Bar & Cafe delights with its "consistently excellent food, service, and ambiance." Chef Vincent's "amazing" seasonal creations are a highlight, alongside an elegant setting in a historic building. Guests enjoy "creative and outstanding" dishes with "personalized attention," making it a top dining choice in New Haven.
391 Reviews
  1. Stan

    Connecticut17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have to go more often . Running very late due to accidents. Called and spoke with them. Said don’t worry get there as soon as possible.

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  2. amanda VIP

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Luke Brasserie is our absolute favorite restaurant. Consistently excellent food, service and ambiance in historic building. . Never too loud to have a conversation. Vince is an amazing chef who creates healthy, flavorful, seasonal dishes. Our family loves to dine here for every special occasion. Highly recommend.

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  3. Pieter Joost VIP

    New York City23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful spot, excellent food and wines, good quality, and prices. Chef owner Vincent welcomes you with a sparkling wine and will help you with your menu choices.. No pressure, a relaxed vibe like in a French brasserie. No pretense, just relaxed and wonderful. We keep coming back.

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  4. Marcia VIP

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in New Haven. Every bite delicious!

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  5. Larry VIP

    New York City61 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Once again, an absolutely superb dining experience. Vincent and his staff have truly created New Haven's most creative and best executed dining experience

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  6. Maureen VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We are frequent diners at Luke - food, drink and service are ALWAYS exceptional!

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  7. John VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience A Thank you Chef Staff As usual

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  8. James

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    DELICIOUS!!! Hamachi, tuna, beets, halibut …everything was excellent. Service, too. Will definitely return.

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  9. Magda

    New York City9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful presentation of shared meals. Delicious and interesting dishes. Very accommodating service.

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  10. Ol’ga

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Absolutely delicious and excellent service. We didn’t have to wait long for the food to come out and it was perfect taste and temperature. Can’t wait to go back.

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The Luke Brasserie Bar & Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 391 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
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261 College St, New Haven, CT 06510-2405

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    New Haven
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Cocktail Bar, Café
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Executive chef
    Vincent Chirico
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Wine
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