36 Best Bars near North Branford

“Nice atmosphere. Nice pool table“

“First time here! My boyfriend and I loved it. Great ambiance. Did two flights. Will be back!“

“Fabulous service, wonderful, and fun ambiance, and delicious, authentic food. It’s a gem! Try the cheese, cabbage, and all the desserts! Well worth a drive!“

“Best metal bar in all of CT.“

“We had a fun time celebrated a friend birthday! We really enjoyed the competition game. Food was delicious! Would definitely recommend it for a group outing“

“Love this place. Great pub food. Very reasonable. A mixture of Q college students and locals. Love their burgers BUT recently they seem to have changed the patty for the worse. Not nearly as tasty. If its because of a cost issue raise your price a buck and please go back to the old patty.“

“all around great place , super friendly staff from the owner right down to bartenders, you won't find nicer, friendly staff. Plenty of pool tables , dartboards, and bar seating!! just all around great place“

“Hands down best lunch I've ever had !! I celebrated my 60th birthday with my bff today ! I can't wait to go back... service: impeccable food: Outstanding cocktails: super fun and delicious ! This restaurant is not just a 10... is above and beyond !! Thank you Sabrina for a wonderful afternoon in your beautifully decorated restaurant. You and your husband have a winner in my book ❤️“

“One of my favorite spots , been going there for 35 years . Everyone that works there is amazing . Love the Owner Todd , and miss Lenny“

“Great customer service! Bartenders are on point!“

“KILLER burgers!!! Amazing!“

“I have gone here a couple of times now just looking for somewhere laid back to shoot a few games of pool. They have a coin op table, Bartender (I think her name is Rachel?) is wonderful and makes great drinks. Locals/Regulars vibe for sure, but very welcoming.“

“Amazing food. Chef mike is OUTSTANDING.“

“Best place with the best people and the drinks are great!“

“It always great food at Archie’s“

“Great bar, attentive service, pub grub menus with excellent wings. Make your own pasta dishes, pizza and entrees to round it out. Just open three months but a welcome addition to the area.“

“Un sitio Super Cool, los empleados muy respetuosos muy atentos y los secuity súper..“

“Cannot thank the staff, especially Debbie, Cheryl, and Christine for their amazing efforts in coordinating a dinner at Gaetano's following a funeral for our treasured family member. We could not have been more pleased with the accommodations, the food, and especially the service. We received many positive compliments from our family and friends. We could not have picked a better spot to gather. We are so grateful for the comfortable, supportive and positive experience we had during such a difficult time we were all going through.“

“My son and I went today for lunch. I have been wanting a pistachio martini since I saw it made from the happy bartender with the huge smile. I didn’t get her name but see her on the Christos fb videos. Did not disappoint was delicious. She is a great bartender and a wonderful waitress l. We sat in the bar area and it was enjoyable as it wasn’t loud and the table gave us plenty of room for our meal. Brussels Sprouts were delicious as always I had a Cajun wrap and my son had a huge salad loaded with chicken and avocado 🥑 I remember Christos when it was in the plaza and the food never disappoints. I also enjoy the daily family specials text to me. If you haven’t signed up to get the daily specials text to you do it. So many great meals to pick up and bring home. There’s two different specials. Every day lunch and dinner. Give Christos a try if you haven’t been you won’t be disappointed. I live in West Haven but my son is lucky enough to live in North Haven and pick up from Christos on his way home from Westport.“

“I Love The food very delicious!!!“

“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.“

“Food was delicious! Atmosphere great! My fried shrimp was nice and juicy with a sauce that had a spicy kick to it. My family loved their chicken wings and sliders. We ate good! The cocktails were on point as well. Definitely a nice place to unwind.“

“It was great and the outside is beautiful the waiters great Kristen and Cody“

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

“3 of us came to watch my granddaughter play in a basketball tournament at SCSU. We had Googled 'dive bars' on the way. We were not disappointed. The neighborhood atmosphere was evident. From the 3 friendly patrons who greeted us to the genial bartender. A 'Cheers' atmosphere. The 'melt in your mouth' burgers were the best ever. And we were pleasantly amazed with the bill! A definite place to return.“

“Blue cheese dressing was a big hit with your wings for my gathering. Folks were like “this is some good s__t!”“

“Delicious, fresh flavorful food. Nice atmosphere. Very attentive staff. Many different choices on the menu. Highly recommend!!“

“Sooo freaking good! One of my favorite espresso martinis“

“Best Italian restaurant in the area I come all the way from Florida to go there Make sure you ask for Francesca for a waitress the best Thank you Francesca for a great experience“

“Was there the other night for a friend’s party. Handled a huge crowd with grace. Ordered the enchiladas suizas with no cheese or crema— because dairy intolerance. They went the extra mile and put sliced avocados and onions on top. No one does that ever— I just eat sad enchiladas usually. They made it so nice! There was a kick to the green sauce— subtle and tasty. Was so good! And all my friends’ dinner and drinks looked amazing too! Giant cheladas and delicious margaritas. Can’t wait to go again!“

“Food was great Drinks were great !“

“Great atmosphere ! Amazing staff“

“I love it there, but some of the recent changes I’m unhappy with. For example, no more lotto or Keno, no more being able to hang out with the awesome workers after their shift.“

“I went in for lunch on a Tuesday of this week and sat down at the bar, she was very intenitive and came right up to me with a warm glow, very upbeat, took my order and made me feel welcome, very great service, will be back to see her again“

“Have only had take out quite a few times from here but the girls in this section of the restaurant are always very friendly and accommodating.

Update 7/8/26
Got a garden salad. Had them add grilled chicken FOR $8 AND IT WAS ABOUT A 1/4CP OF CHICKEN! NEVER AGAIN! I WISH I knew how to incl a picture!“