16 Best Bars in New Haven

“Great thin crust pizza and excellent service“

“I truly regret that this was only my first time at Luke Brasserie. The family and I came for a special occasion on a Thursday. By unanimous consent, this is our new favorite restaurant in New Haven. Started with a complimentary prosecco while waiting for the table to be prepared... nice touch and a good start. The menu is geared towards sharing which worked really well for us, since we like to try different things and are always picking at each others plate. What really made this work though was the service. After each plate, a server would swoop in and quietly replace the plates and silverware. They were very knowledgeable about the plates and recommendations were spot on. But the food is the star in this restaurant. It's gourmet without being pretentious. We had: Hamachi and tuna seared with brown butter plates to start. Both were fantastic, Tuna was dramatic. Polenta with cheese and truffle and rigatoni plates for the second round. Polenta was rich and creamy and truffley. Rigatoni was spectacular, sauce was creamy but had something I couldn't put my finger on that just seemed to elevate it. Mabey it was just cooked perfectly... I dont know. Along the way we were given a complementary plate of white asparagus by the chef. This might have been the best plate. Served with some kind of emulsion and cheese on top. Main dish, the 4 of us were getting full at this point, was the snapper. Capers, olives, butter, those little broccoli rabe buds (I think). Cooked perfectly, super subtle taste, and delicious. At the end of the meal, complimentary desert of strawberry ice with a dollop of mascarpone. This was the best meal I've had in the US for years and is now our go-to spot in New Haven. This place is the real deal 4 people, $260 with tip and drinks. Not cheap but excellent value IMO considering the quality.“

“Dangle's is a black-owned business in well established downtown. The restaurant is nice and quaint giving you the feels of being connected to the owner and staff. The food was delicious - delivered hot and fresh. The staff were friendly and accommodating. It behooves anyone reading this to try this place out. You won't be disappointed.“

“Easily accessible and in walking distance of the New Haven green. Got brussels sprouts and a large pizza. The brussels sprouts were cut and fried in a unique way I had never seen before but it was quite delicious. The pizza was also quite good although a little too much garlic for my tastes (and i love garlic)“

“great place! had quick bite before a show at College st. the staff was wonderful and sensitive to our time constraints. food was delicious and creative. wine list was top notch. definitely recommend.“

“Excellent food! Excellent service!“

“Great place to hang with friends, even if you don't drink. The beer selection is fantastic and the food is amazing. Definitely a place worth checking out. My compliments to whoever picks the beer and whoever makes the menu. The bartenders are friendly and helpful. I can't say enough positive things about this place. 11/10 stars“

“Best dive bar in New Haven!“

“My friends wanted to meet up and had picked out this ramen spot. I ordered the spicy beef ramen with marinated egg, and a bowl of edamame... both were superb.I didn't take a picture of the edamame, but it was prepared very well and had a wonderful taste. Seemed like it was pan cooked with soy sauce and garlic maybe. Either way, it was very good, and I enjoyed my ramen as well.Nice little spot that was a pleasant surprise. The edamame alone would have me return and try a different entree and maybe some sake in a beaker, in the future.“

“I went last week to see the weekly comedy show (every Thursday at 9pm, hosted by comedian Marshall Brandon & Hot 93.7's Big Regg) and had a great time. The employees were super friendly and attentive. Did not have a chance to check menu/food out but will absolutely return for another great Thursday night out of laughs.“

“The spicy Thai peanut wings are worth the trip alone, but there's so much more to love about this place! Now if I could only marry my love of karaoke with the food, drink, and atmosphere here. I highly recommend a stop here. The food is amazing, the drinks are great, and the atmosphere is just what the doctor ordered. ❤️“

“The food is excellent, so full of flavor!“

“Always an Amazing time! Great vibe, drinks, and food :)“

“Great place friendly bartenders heading there soon miss wild bill contois“

“the food was delicious. i loved the empanada tasting! the lomo saltado was great. we had two desserts as well! the service was excellent, prompt to take orders, pre-bussed our table throughout dinner. THE COCKTAILS are beautifully done and also tasty. highly recommend.“

“Nice coffee + food, fun atmosphere and nice staff. I really, really enjoy their pour-overs. Recently, I was feeling a little festive and found their pumpkin spice latte surprisingly delicious as well - very cohesive and flavorful, and not overly sweet.“