“In New Haven, pizza isn’t just food — it’s a way of life.” — Unknown

  • What is New Haven known for?
    • New Haven is home to the beautiful Ivy League Yale University, which dates back to the 16th century.
  • What attractions can I visit in New Haven?
    • Other interesting attractions include the Yale Center for British Art, the Yale University Art Gallery, the Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History, and the Grove Street Cemetery, which features a 19th-century Egyptian Revival gateway worth visiting.
  • What dining options are available in New Haven?
    • The city offers plenty of excellent restaurants, from cozy cafés and elegant restaurants to fine dining establishments perfect for a special night out.

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1. Consiglio's Restaurant


Savor homemade Italian dishes and enjoy a romantic evening for couples.

Consiglio's Restaurant

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Consiglio's Restaurant is a long-standing family-owned and operated restaurant with an old-world setting that serves authentic Italian cuisine and hosts occasional dinner-theater events and cooking classes. Established over 80 years ago, the restaurant has been serving delicious Italian cuisine of fresh seafood, homemade pasta and from-scratch sauces, prime beef and veal dishes, fresh, local and organic salads and vegetables, and delectable desserts. The cuisine is paired with a selection of casual wines, imported and local beers, classic cocktails, and fine spirits, and the restaurant offers catering services for privet parties.

Address: 165 Wooster St, New Haven, CT 06511, Phone: 203-865-4489

2. Harvest Wine Bar & Restaurant


Taste seasonal plates and sip fine wines during a relaxing weekend trip.

Harvest Wine Bar & Restaurant

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Harvest Wine Bar & Restaurant is an upscale bistro with an elegant charm that offers a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of Chapel and Yale Street. Set in a striking architectural building designed by acclaimed American architect Louis I. Kahn, the restaurant boasts a sleek design with solid concrete walls, elegant glass displays, contemporary décor, and a spacious, open-air, stone outdoor dining room which is perfect for alfresco dining in the summer. The sophisticated eatery serves a seasonal menu of farm-to-table cuisine prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and regional produce and is accompanied by fine wines from around the world, local craft and imported beers, high-end spirits, and classic cocktails. Harvest Wine Bar & Restaurant is open for lunch and dinner daily.

Address: 1104 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06510, Phone: 203-777-2500

3. Pacifico Restaurant


Explore bold Latin flavors and admire the vibrant setting on an exciting night out.

Pacifico Restaurant

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Located in the heart of downtown New Haven, Pacifico Restaurant is an award-winning restaurant that serves extraordinary Nuevo-Latino cuisine in a warm and vibrant setting. Helmed by Colombian-born Chef Palomino, the eatery serves traditional tapas like Short Ribs Empanadas, Ceviche de Camaron, Queso Fundido, Boquerones, and entrées of Chicken Enchilada, Skirt Steak with Chino-Latino stir-fried rice, Seafood Paella, and Caramelized Salmon. Decadent desserts include Dulce de Leche Cheesecake and Tres Leche Pound Cake, and drinks range from homemade sangria and world-class mojitos. Pacifico Restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, daily.

Address: 220 College St, New Haven, CT 06510, Phone: 203-772-4002

4. Union League Cafe


Dine in elegance and enjoy French cuisine on a special romantic evening.

Union League Cafe

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The Union League Cafe is an award-winning French-inspired brasserie in the heart of New Haven’s historic theater and entertainment district that offers a lively atmosphere with Old World charm. Located directly across from Yale University, the elegant 19th-century-style café serves a superb menu of classic French cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients and a highly acclaimed wine list featuring top vintages from around the world.

Chef Jean-Pierre Vuillermet creates sublime dishes such as Grilled Organic Faroe Island Salmon, Nova Scotia lobster, Bouillabaisse, Housemade Gnocchi with fresh fava bean, and pan-seared Black Angus New York steak. The Union League Café is open for lunch and dinner, Monday through Friday, and dinner only on Saturdays.

Address: 1032 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06510, Phone: 203-562-4299

5. Adriana's Restaurant & Wine Bar


Savor classic Italian flavors and discover affordable wines with family.

Adriana's Restaurant & Wine Bar

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Adriana's Restaurant & Wine Bar is an award-winning Italian restaurant that serves authentic Northern and Southern Italian fare in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Decorated in earth tones with art-adorned walls, the restaurant is helmed by Executive Chefs Valentino and Federico who bring the rich tastes of both Northern and Southern Italy to the heart of New Haven with ancient Italian recipes and fresh locally sourced ingredients. Signature dishes include Calamari Fritti, Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese, Linguine Alle Vongole, Bistecca Di Manzo Alla Griglia, and Osso Bucco Di Vitello, and the cuisine is paired with a selection of fine wines from around the world, imported and local beers, classic cocktails, and fine spirits. Adriana's Restaurant & Wine Bar is open for lunch and dinner, Monday through Sundays, and dinner only on Saturdays.

Address: 771 Grand Ave, New Haven, CT 06511, Phone: 203-865-6474

6. Brazi's Italian Restaurant


Go for hearty pasta and enjoy a cheap, casual dinner with kids.

Brazi's Italian Restaurant

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Brazi's Italian Restaurant is a family-owned and operated restaurant that serves authentic Italian cuisine in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. Established in 1993 by Val Capobianco, Brazi's has an elegant dining room with modern décor, a casual bar that serves a wide variety of drinks from casual wines to cappuccinos and lattes. The extensive menu features a variety of appetizers, entrées, and desserts of traditional Italian dishes from fresh seafood and prime meats to housemade pasta and wood-fired pizzas. Brazi’s has a banquet room for private events, and the restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, daily.

Address: 201 Food Terminal Plaza, New Haven, CT 06511, Phone: 203-498-2488

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