Restaurants in Hamden

“This is a wonderful Black owned family restaurant and bar. The food, drinks and service are very good and the atmosphere has a warm and inviting vibe. There is Comedy Night on Thursdays and a DJ and Karaoke on Fridays. The entertainment is top notch in this safe venue where the mature can relax and enjoy themselves comfortably. I love going to this restaurant.”

“Great vibe there. Waitresses and Bartenders are amazing!”

“We had fun and Gabby was amazing. Everything is fresh and delicious. It was perfect for my sister's birthday. They have good cocktails too.”

“Amazing! Every dish was exceptional. What a gem to find.”

“Went in for the first time hesitant but I’m so glad I did. Sushi was so fresh and delicious. So many options to choose from and the price is justified by the quality. There’s so many all you can easy buffets in CT by this one is by far the best I’ve experienced. Service was great, the staff were so friendly. The place is beautiful and well decorated. The place was packed busy but service was fast and efficient. No complaints at all”

“Playwright was the perfect place for our small wedding! The staff was amazing and food and drinks were perfect, delicious and plentiful. Great space and very helpful with nearby vendors. Love love loved my day!!”

“Pork fried rice and orange 🍊 chicken ,beef teryaki and its price right, excellent fresh hot The people that waited on me where so courteous with me and my Walker they bring it out to the car they held the door this place is really nice and atmosphere too So if you are disabled with a Walker or wheelchair it is a must go to Asian cuisine check it out”

“We stopped in for some stuffed breads and tried some italian pastry.They where all excellant and be back for sure.”

“Great fresh food, relaxed atmosphere and good value.”

“A Marine and Officer took his wife for 24 years anniversary dinner Asked for a military or police discount and they gave us a free dessert Dinner was delicious and when we got home the dessert was absolutely awesome Definitely recommend John & Flavia”

“We ordered takeout for the 1st time. Delicious all around! Very impressed. Can’t wait to visit and eat in the restaurant soon!”

“I can’t say enough good things about Ixtapa. It is, by far, my fav Mexican restaurant in CT! The staff, super friendly. The food, incredible. The atmosphere, fun and enjoyable. I always look forward to my next visit. Highly recommend!”

“Excellent vegetarian selections, top notch service. Love this place and will definitely return!”

“Awesome foods, staffs very friendly and accomodating.”

“SonoBana is by far the best Sushi here in CT. The absolute freshness ingredients at all times. The friendly staff goes over and beyond to make you feel welcome. We’ve been coming to SonoBana for years. High Recommend!!”

“We just hosted a baby shower at Cafe Amici and can’t rave enough about them! The staff was exceptional, helpful and so kind. The food was also outstanding! Our event was buffet style and they made sure we never ran out of any options while keeping the food hot and delicious. Lindsay was especially lovely and cheerful, you’d think she was just as excited to be there as we were! We will absolutely be back!”

“Incredible Pizza and Wings!”

“I go every day to get coffee from my faves, Shelia and Camille! The Chai is my go-to, but I sometimes get a Caramel Macchiato from them if I need some more caffeine. Only issue is they always run out of bagels and pastries by around 11am and I'm lucky if I can get anything like that later on. Probably the best dining hall station on campus, but go early if you wanna get something to eat. They need to get more food inventory.”

“it was my first time there. so glad i finnaly stopped in. The service was good and the dood was delicious!”

“If you're looking for great food, delicious drinks and a good atmosphere. Head to Eli's! We have never had an issue at this establishment. The food is always great (try the chicken bites!) The drinks NEVER disappoint and the service is amazing! I am a bit picky, we had a server once, Dante, who was very kind and patient with my ridiculous needs. A few weeks later, we returned and he remembered all of my allergies and what I didnt like from pur last visit. Needless to say we ask for Dante every time we go in. He's outgoing, funny and super attentive. Ask for him by name! However, I'm sure all the other servers are great! We had a server named Danielle once and she was awesome too.
Because of the great service we have always recieved from Dante, I've even booked my corporate Holiday parties here.

Give this place a try. You won't be disappointed!”

“Fried Salmon Amazing Dixwell ave Hamden Connecticut”

“The service was really good. And the food came really quickly and it was so good.. Im definetly coming back when I'm in San francisco. Also the view is beautiful.”

“Sunday afternoon visit. Great food and great service.”

“Use to order here a long time ago, and ordered recently not knowing it was under new management. Felt for a slice of pizza, but since they didn't have slices, I brought a small pizza. The second time I requested it a certain way and he delivered. I ate the entire box, you would think I was eating for 2, guest my appetite is back. The sauce did not burn my chest at all and I ate it late at night. I would recommend ordering from here.”

“Just grabbed a pizza and wings from Star Pizza, and I couldn't be happier. The pizza was exactly how I like it—crispy crust, just the right amount of toppings—and the wings were spot-on. What really stood out was the customer service. The young man at the front desk was super respectful and kind, and he went out of his way to make sure everything was just right. Definitely planning to come back soon!”

“We were visiting from out of state and had the best experience! Our server was great and the food was incredible and very generous portions. The best hibachi I’ve ever had”

“great food good drinks friendly staff”

“Amazing food and people, building and supporting community”

“This food is so good this is a blessing to Hamden i can eat it everyday keep up the good work blessings to you and your family i love love this place nice and friendly and very humble family ???”

“Really nice neighbor cafe. There is a CT bus stop in front of the shop. Videos they have are CDs. Pretty old fashion ✨️ 👌 or vintage. I love their patio out door.”

“Great food, great music..”

“1st time here. This place is great. Cozy atmosphere and delicious food. The breakfast burrito was amazing! I look forward to trying more things and returning often.”

“Best Sub Shop In Town!! Awesome selection of great Subs, Sandwiches & Wraps!!!”

“This was my first time at Wentworth’s, and I’m so glad a friend recommended it—especially because they offer dog-friendly ice cream! It was my pup’s 8th birthday, and I couldn’t find a place that felt special enough until I heard about Wentworth’s. The team at the counter was amazing—so friendly, helpful, and genuinely excited when they heard it was her big day. My dog devoured her birthday treat (tail wags of approval!), and my mom and I were equally impressed. She had the chocolate chip raspberry and I had the peanut butter Oreo—both were absolutely delicious. The flavors were rich, creamy, and just hit the spot. We left with full hearts and full stomachs. We’ll definitely be back very soon. Thanks, Wentworth’s, for making our celebration so sweet!”

“I ordered a few trays of cookies for a party I was hosting. I called, a little flustered because I was feeling very last minute. I explained how many people I was hosting and that I didn’t know what or how many to order. They were unbelievably patient with me and told me they would take care of it. And did they ever!!!! Freshly baked, beautifully presented, and SO DELICIOUS! I was thrilled. Guests impressed. Delightful variety. I will be back and I highly recommend you check them out!!!”

“Great wait staff Food was delish”

“Great mom and pop poke, sushi, boba, teriyaki and more! Food is consistently good and they have a great variety of items to choose from. We always get ours to-go, but the restaurant has a decent amount of inside tables to eat that are clean. Nice cool air conditioning for a hot day. They also have tables outside. Our go-to spot for poke in Hamden.”

“Delicious ice cream from a local and highly community oriented source. Kelly and her staff are wonderful and the ice cream is so good!”

“B&B must stand for “Better & Better!!!” The new ownership, as short as they may be, have really turned the place around. I love the new floor and the Pepperidge farm bread selection. I do think they need to carry alternate Monster™️ flavors. Good pastrami too.”

“its the best pizza in town chicken bacon ranch its the best as the spinach and cheese white pizza”

“Excellent soups. Friendly staff. Great place to go to”

“I really enjoy coming here. The food here is really good and the atmosphere is really nice. They have really good service and really good portion sizes of food. I totally recommend.”

“Been going there for 15 years, foods always good”

“The vibes are excellent! A cozy local spot with chill vibes and a welcoming spirit. The barista was awesome and made a perfect latte. Locally screen-printed shirts and trinkets. And, HELLO, biodegradable cups AND LIDS?? YES please!!!”

“Good espresso and friendly service”

“Awesome empanadas and great food”

“Best pizza in the area……Friendly atmosphere.”

“This restaurant, conveniently located near a Tesla Supercharger, is a great spot to grab a quick and delicious bite. The enticing sounds from the half-open kitchen are a testament to the high quality of the food.”

“went here for the first time yesterday based off of a recommendation. food was excellent, staff was friendly, the place was immaculate. highly recommend”

“Steve did our wedding cake on 10/11/25 and it was delicious ! From our first meeting with him he was very attentive, and drew up exactly the type of cake we were looking for. He literally made my Pinterest cake photo into reality. The cake not only looked stunning but it tasted so good too. The cake was so fresh and flavorful. The frosting was delicious. Our guests were raving about it ! We are so happy we chose DiSorbo’s for our wedding cake! 11/10 would recommend DiSorbo’s for your wedding cake or any cake you need ! Thank you Steve!”

“Absolutely incredible deli. Food is amazing, service is great, clean, very nice owner and staff. Love it everytime, killer sandwiches. I order turkey on a roll with mayo lettuce jalapenos and pickles and he makes it so good.”

“We celebrated Margot’s bday here this morning and Wilson the owner made it extra special for us by showing us how the coffee beans were ground and also let Lisa take the wheel - we had a blast!”

“First visit. My seafood noodle bowl was outstanding. The curry broth was great. My husband had a beef and veggie taco bowl. Will be back to try more things”

“Man , honestly hasn't changed at all since I needed a highchair, I still to this day use there home frys as the basis for all to hope too be some what close to..I remember being with my Great Grandfather, my Great uncle Bernie, and my father (all of whom have passed away) I might live in Minneapolis MN now but I am fortunate that the memories are in my mind forever . Thankful that this land marke is still the same place I remember. Thank you so very much for the years of turn n burn Greatness”

“There's a good amount of parking in their lot that runs alongside the Farmington Trail. There's indoor and outdoor seating available. Inside is comfortable, with a diner atmosphere in a well maintained and clean restaurant. The food is very good with reasonable sized servings at good prices. Definitely will be back!”

“We tried the new North Haven location. The food was absolutely delicious! We had their monthly special “ispycherrypie” which is lemon chicken!! Soo good, highly recommend!!”

“Decided to give it a try because it was recommended by a friend. Well placed recommendation. The food was great, The staff was attentive and friendly. The prices were very reasonable. I'll be back again soon.”

“I like it here mixed crowd Neighborhood bar”

“Excellent soups. Friendly staff. Great place to go to”

“I really don’t post reviews but this food was soooo good I have to. I’m a woman raised by a Southern Belle who cooked, catered and was well-known in the food arena. I had fried chicken, collard greens and potato salad. Closest meal I’ve ever had to my mother’s cooking. So well cooked. Thank you for a wonderful Sunday dinner. Hats off to the Chef! We will be back. #lifetimecustomer”

“Delicious food!! Too bad they changed to throw away dishes & utensils. I have always loved their food.”

“Definitely a must try food is very good highly recommend very friendly staff”

“My very first delivery was Absolutely what I expected. My food arrived on time and it was steaming hot. I was very satisfied and the service was good from ordering all the way to delivery. Thanks again. I will be ordering more.???”

“The best hot dog ever. Classic.”

“Awesome service. It's always a pleasure and great experience when I come in town.”

“Ok if you’re looking for some bougie patisserie this isn’t it HOWEVER, this place has the character, charm and personal touch that has been all but destroyed in our culture. Andrew is the best. His baked goods are a lost art and so is the feel of his shop. It is as unique and retro as he is and that is a GOOD thing. He’s one of the few left that knows his customers by name as they walk in and strive to make sure everyone is treated well sure he takes weirdly long vacations and leaves hilarious messages on his phone. But that’s the appeal of this bakery. They make Swedish pastries and bread that you can’t find anywhere. But above all it’s Andrew and his family run bakery. If you want Impersonal Dunkin baked goods baked in a factory in who knows where this ain’t it. Bread and Basket is like visiting Main Street USA that my grandparents reminisced about.Give them a try!!!”

“la comida y atención muy buena”

“incredible sandwich and service. super fresh ingredients and maybe the best bread I've ever had. highly recommend.”

“I have used Steve twice so far and he made absolutely fabulous cakes. I find my designs on the internet and send to him. You will not be disappointed using him. He also delivers on time or early and the cake tastes amazing 😍”

“I moved 4 years ago, but I know it’s still THE BEST! I started coming her at 16 every Friday to get bread. I’m 51. Meet the family and find out how good they are! You won’t be disappointed.

Dietary restrictions: Always”

“GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE+1(8O5)-41O 5OO2 NO NONSENSE AND GREAT ASSISTANCE!!!”

“The food is great and the owners and staff are very friendly . The food is always good too .”

“The employees went out there way to cater me and the premises was very clean when preparing your meal they wash their hands and put on glove that suitable for handling food and they were nice and the food was absolutely delicious 👍🏾”

“Such a cute place. Coffee phenomenal. Haven't had anything to eat there YET. looks good though. Service is always outstanding.

Kid-friendliness: Absolutely!”

“I ordered nachos to go for a small office party. They were a hit. Everybody really like them & asked where I got them. I/we will be back for nachos & try some other items!”

“I love this ice cream place it is great place for friends and family!!”

“Great family and great food!!”

“I recommend the Curry Bean Curd with Onions. It is a vegetarian dish that comes with white rice and it also has peppers, baby corn, and carrots. The taste was really outstanding and crispy. I'd like to try kung Pao tofu next time.”

“Chamos makes you feel like you're home on your own patio especially with the new patio dedicated to cigar smoking two different outside patio 1 with a bar outside”

“🥰 Love this place! Great gourmet sandwiches and salads! Quite reasonably priced and large portions! Very friendly owners! <3”

“Excellent food generous portions and a wide ranging menu. Definitely a must try for Mexican Food.”

“A fave since I was a little kid.”

“Very nice young lady served me!!”

“Outstanding experience at this Pokemoto location! The food quality is consistently fresh and flavorful, the staff are genuinely friendly and attentive, and the restaurant is spotless and well-maintained. Highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for a great poke bowl. I’ll definitely be coming back again!”

“Very friendly staff/ bartenders. Excellent food. Always Good vibes. Great location.”

“So far, I’ve only had the chicken and broccoli which is very good, but I have to say the real star out of the two items I ordered was the hot and sour soup! They’re hot and Sour soup is the best I’ve had in the area hands-down however it is very spicy so if you don’t want it spicy, ask them to alter it. Update I tried the curry shrimp and it was the best curry shrimp dish of any Chinese food establishment I’ve ever been to.”

“Hamden IHOP is a great option when downtown New Haven cafes and smaller diners are busy and have a long wait. The staff are pleasant courteous and very clean dining experience. Worth it there!!”