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Villa Lulu, New Haven, CT

Villa Lulu

4.3 (575)
$30 and under
Italian
230 College St, New Haven, CT 06510-2404

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
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!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Tapas / Small Plates, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:15 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:15 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (203) 691-7177
  • Website
    http://www.villaluluct.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Rafael Palomino
  • Catering
    Please visit our website - https://villaluluct.com/catering/ or call us at 203-691-7177 to discuss your catering needs.
  • Private party facilities
    Villa Lulu private dining room can accommodate up to 50 guests. Larger parties may be accommodated in the main dining room. The private dining room is perfect for small gatherings, and business dinners. Let us create a menu that will delight both you and your guests. Please ask for Karol at 203-691-7177
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    230 College St, New Haven, CT 06510-2404
  • Neighborhood
    New Haven
  • Cross street
    Crown Street
  • Parking details
    Villa Lulu validates parking only from the Crown Street Garage for dinner (after 4 PM) only. Please come in with your white Crown Street Garage ticket and we will provide a validation.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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Experiences

  • Bottomless Mimosa Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Check out New Haven favorite brunch spot! Bottomless Mimosa & Bellini's $20 per person/90 Min. Delicious options for everyone if the group, from Hanger steak and eggs to mesclun salad. Great for groups & families. #bottomlessmimosa #brunch #weekend
    Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Photo

  • Tapas Menu at the Bar

    Multiple dates available
    Join us at the bar for cocktails and special tapas menu. Villa Lulu's tapas menu has great items to share including charcuterie boards, arancini, gnocchi, clams, and more. Tapas Menu is available at the bar only. #tapas #charcuterie #arancicni
    Tapas Menu at the Bar Photo

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What 575 people are saying

Villa Lulu reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New Haven

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Villa Lulu offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and a "fantastic menu" that caters to all tastes. The service is generally friendly and attentive, with special mentions of staff like Josh and Samantha. Its convenient location near the Shubert Theater makes it a great choice for pre-show dining.
575 Reviews

  1. Wendy VIP

    Portland / Oregon2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, fabulous service. Especially enjoyed the crab cake and octopus.

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  2. Barbara

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious. The service was spot on and it's a funky little place right in the heart of downtown. Great place to get together with close friends or for a special night out.

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  3. Tom VIP

    New York City111 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were looking forward to visiting Villa Lulu. My wife had a salad and eggplant farm which was excellent. I enjoyed the octopus appetizer which was excellent. I ordered the sage butter parmesan orecchiette. I received a similar dish with red sauce. Not what I ordered or wanted. I brought this to their attention and they tried to convince me that it was what I ordered. After some time they admitted a mistake had been made but offered no alternative, credit or any accommodation. Anyone can make a mistake but you have to admit it and try to make it right. I should have left delighted but left more than disappointed. Unfortunately the team working were not enabled to make any accommodation. Poor management.

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  4. Edward VIP

    Connecticut53 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great evening at Villa Lulu! Fantastic menu and very friendly and attentive service. Samantha took very good care of us. Can't wait to go back.

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  5. Amy

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious. We sat upstairs and was really quiet and nice to be able to hear each other. Service was good and the staff were very nice.

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  6. Alexandra VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, great wait staff and owners. Our waiter Josh was personable and attentive. Started raining at the beginning of our dinner while sitting outside and the staff quickly accommodated everyone. Food is delicious and the menu has something for everyone. Loved it and will be back

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  7. Robert

    Manchester/Greater Manchester4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Lots of waiting for service. Mushroom app was disappointing. Braised beef entree was tasty but didn’t come with a vegetable.

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  8. Donna

    Connecticut18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had dinner at Villa Lulu before attending a show at the Shubert. We arrived a little before our reservation time and were seated within a few minutes. I had the mesclun mix salad and another person in our party had the burrata. Both were excellent. The four meals we had were the chicken scarpariello, braised short ribs, zuppa di pesce, and short rib fettuccine. All four meals were delicious. We would absolutely recommend this restaurant

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  9. Tom

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Shannon, the waitress and, the hostess and bartender are all very customer oriented… Food is good and we'll go back again

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  10. Suzanne

    New York City4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed a delicious lunch! Real anchovies on the Ceaser Salad - the best Eggplant Parm I’ve ever had! Delicious!

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FAQs

Villa Lulu offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Villa Lulu also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 691-7177.

Villa Lulu is rated 4.3 stars by 575 OpenTable diners.

Villa Lulu does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Villa Lulu

230 College St, New Haven, CT 06510-2404

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Crown Street
  • Neighborhood
    New Haven
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:15 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:15 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Tapas / Small Plates, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Villa Lulu validates parking only from the Crown Street Garage for dinner (after 4 PM) only. Please come in with your white Crown Street Garage ticket and we will provide a validation.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Rafael Palomino
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://www.villaluluct.com/
  • Phone number
    (203) 691-7177
  • Catering
    Please visit our website - https://villaluluct.com/catering/ or call us at 203-691-7177 to discuss your catering needs.
  • Private party facilities
    Villa Lulu private dining room can accommodate up to 50 guests. Larger parties may be accommodated in the main dining room. The private dining room is perfect for small gatherings, and business dinners. Let us create a menu that will delight both you and your guests. Please ask for Karol at 203-691-7177
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