Costa Pizzeria

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We stopped in on a whim because my mom saw a sign for pizza near where we were parked. She's always trying out pizza to see if she can get a slice as good as ny. Costa has a nice selection for a random evening although other places were closed. They also have a lot of options for vegan and gluten free on their menu. I want to try the vegan cheesecake during my next visit. She ordered the cheese pizza and encouraged me to order my own. I sadly did not. I regretted this because after having a piece of hers it was soooo crunchy and delicious. I instantly regretted my decision. Her slice was a perfect salty, saucy late evening snack. My mom agreed it was a great slice. She just wouldn't call it the BEST slice she ever had. The establishment was very clean. The staff was efficient and everyone was courteous. Id recommend trying for yourself if you're in the area. read more

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Violet M.

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Excellent gluten free pizza. Gluten free and vegan items. Casual restaurant. Great place to grab a quick meal. There are a few seats indoors. Really nice special diet options. read more

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Reana I.

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I tried to like this place due to their vegetarian options and having vegan cheese pizza for my family. I have ordered numerous items from the menu and every thing was disappointing. read more

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Vanessa D.

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Prices and portions are reasonable. Pizza is great, steak and cheese subs are oddly sweet and unappetizing due to flavor. I will never buy from them again only because I ended up with terrible stomach cramps and diarrhea soon after eating half of an Italian combo sub. When I inspected the other half, to my surprise and disgust, the only ingredient that didn't look normal was the ham. It had brownish color which is not of ham and it had mayo which I did not order sub with mayo. I came to the conclusion that they were well aware that the ham was spoiled and to cover the color, smell, and taste, they went ahead and added mayo. I don't recommend but if you do try them, proceed with caution because sooner or later you can be next. read more

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Millicent G.

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Wonderful fresh foods. Lovely staff and reasonably priced. Conveniently located in East Rock on Whitney Ave. read more

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This place comes on my top search while looking for vegetarian/vegan-friendly restaurants. Although their name is pizzeria, they have a wide range of options including appetizers, salads, wraps and other options. I opted for delivery from here, the food came on time. Everything tasted average, and I felt it was too overpriced for the quantity. My family tried some chicken options and they were not impressed either. I am giving them 1 extra star for having vegan opytions on their menu as not many restaurants in New Haven have vegan options. Note: Recently, I started seeing 'Bella vegan Casana' coming up in the food delivery apps, it seems it's another name of the same restaurant (same address) where only vegan options are listed. read more

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I often order the chicken caesar wrap with fries for delivery. It is excellent and the fries are fresh and crispy. I am compelled to write a review because of the excellent service I received on New Years Day, when the cafeteria at the hospital I was working at was closed. I ordered twice on Grubhub, and each time the order was picked up and not actually delivered - first driver took a picture of a random building and marked delivered, second driver marked delivery issue and cancelled the order after restaurant confirmed he picked it up. Grubhub was less than helpful with this, but the restaurant sent the order out with their own driver. The food and service were both excellent (despite the fact that I was refunded twice and they lost the money they should have made on two orders, which I feel badly about). Avoid Grubhub, order from restaurant directly. Thank you! read more

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Justin M.

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Old bald cashier is rude..gave me a cold slice of the vegan cheese pizza after it was "heated"..so i go back to try and give them another chance this time i order a whole vegan cheese pizza with 2 toppings..tells me one price over the phone i go in to pay after waiting forever..he goes "hey i thought u weren't coming, its been done"...go to pay and now its a whole other higher price and he claims he "gave me a bigger size"...pizza wasnt bad tho. Just the customer service and prices read more

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Sandra L.

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The garlic knots slap. Stays open pretty late. My favorite late night spot. Pizza is pretty good too.

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There simply cannot be a smaller pizza shop than this one. But one thing is for sure is that the lunches that were ordered were flying out the door. That poor cook was non stop working and sweating. Great selections. read more

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Isabella Fedele F.

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great service love the pizza definitely recommend!! HUGE SLICES will most definitely come here again

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Lory R.

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K so for starters YES that size large salad is just for me and so is that loaf of bread which I'll regret tomorrow, my belly looks like I'm expecting after that meal too lol. This was honestly soooooooo good it hit every spot in my belly. I had Italian dressing with that fresco salad and garlic bread with marinara. They gave me some garlic knots which weren't tasty but who cares the rest was so good I honestly can say my belly is satisfied. They even packed it all cute too bad I'm a hungry beast and tare the bag up like a feen. I want to just say they could add more dressing for such a hefty salad. I wonder if they have carrot cake... ANYWHO I'll be back for more. Five stars baby! read more

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Brechin K.

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Costa is consistently tasty, good quality, and delivery is extremely fast. However, I'm disappointed that they have been slowly removing their vegan options from the Costa menu and moving them over to the Bella Casa Vegana menu, which is vegan-only. The prices are a little extreme for vegan food, and while I understand a profit must be made, it feels a little advantageous and price-gougey. My partner and I recently ordered the vegan buffalo wings (6 for $15) and received only 5 very obviously Gardein chik'n tenders tossed in buffalo sauce. I guess I don't know what I expected, but I hoped it would be a little more interesting than something in any freezer aisle... Like I mentioned, Costa is consistent, quick, and very good, but the vegan menu is quickly disappearing and moving over to an establishment of lesser quality. read more

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Freesia S.

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This is my go-to for a late-night slice. Costa isn't somewhere I find myself unless it's really late at night and there's no where else open, but when it's late and I need some form of sustenance before bed, this is it. I appreciate the late hours and the availability of cheap slices, and I appreciate the late delivery options. The pizza is a solid thin crust with a good amount of greasy, chewy cheese, and it's exactly what I want for a night cap. read more

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Ryan H.

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Best pizza in the area family owned and very friendly when you go in take out or dine in, the chicken parmesan is to die for, had it delivered and was very fast Usually don't give reviews to pizza places but had to for them If you want good food and friendly faces go to costas read more

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Joe C.

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They make a generic New York style pizza which just doesn't fly really well with this New Haven raised boy. Just look at the photo of my slice. Does that look appetizing at all? Their sign out front advertises the words "Italian cuisine". Ha, saying this place creates Italian cuisine is like saying Burger King creates American cuisine. Give me a break. To those who say this pizza compares with the other New Haven greats, I really really want to know what you're smoking. Seriously. I think maybe some Yale students are forgetting to turn on their fume hoods in their chem lab. In addition to rotting their brains the toxic vapors must be rotting their taste buds too. read more

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Darya V.

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It's delicious pizza! Really good I recommend to try different slices . Tastes like truly Italian read more

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Always great and a staple for my late night food cravings. Every pizza I've tried has been delicious and I've tried various appetizers or sandwiches/subs which have also been very good with generous portions. read more

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Bryce W.

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Costa Pizza has been absolutely delicious everytime I've had it. Tonight the staff made my night and took great care of me! I would definitely recommend anyone looking for late night pizza! read more

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Abbi S.

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Exactly what you want from a pizza shop - good pizza and friendly service. The slices are big and very tasty and the workers are exceptionally nice. They also have good cake. read more

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Adam B.

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Awesome food and in a really reasonable amount of time. The food was far better than I was expecting. The entrées, sides and desserts were all amazing. Definitely going to have to go back again! read more

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Ihab A.

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Great pizza. People are friendly. I like their cheese pizza. Also the have phenomenal pasta. Keep it up guys

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Franco D.

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I drove up to New Haven from NY to work at an event. Planned to get there early so I could hit Modern Apizza, which is 3 blocks from where I was working, but the cursed traffic on the Merritt Parkway foiled that plan completely... Are CT drivers really as bad as they seem?? Why can't they handle a few cars merging at an on-ramp??? Sorry to digress... So, I finish the job at midnight, hungry and not looking forward to the trip home. Then I notice Costa Pizza as I pass through an intersection at 12:30am. The "open" sign was lit, so I went back around the block to stop. They were obviously cleaning up and getting ready to close, but were very friendly and offered to cook whatever I wanted. I kept it simple, asking for a small cheese pizza to go and told them I like it crispy. The pizza was excellent... half-a-notch below Modern or Sally's, but they were open late, and I was out the door with my pie in under 15 minutes. Ate it while driving... with the box on the passengers seat and a Foxon's ginger ale in the cup holder... and had it fully consumed by the time I passed Trumbull... Highly recommended. read more

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Tony M.

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Good place to go to for a late night slice of pizza. It is right next door to Anna Liffey's, so after some drinks, you're within arms reach of a quality New York style pizza. Small spot, which makes it exclusively a reason to get your pizza and go. read more

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Abigail N.

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Place is terrible. I ordered delivery for a certain time and they came 35 minutes early and then refused to wait when i said i couldn't be out as soon as they came. Plus they forgot an order of cheese pizza. It was a 30 minute wait for another regular cheese pizza. #nevergoingthereagain read more

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Meaghan M.

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Pizza and mozzarella sticks were delish! Food was served fast, was piping hot and tasted fresh. Employees were friendly. I'm not from the area but if I find myself in New Haven again, I'd visit Costa Pizza again! read more

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Jonathan Z.

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We've gotten take out from here a couple of times. They had a deal on cheese pizzas. The pizza was not bad; not Modern or Wooster St., but still tasty. Today we got a grilled chicken wrap that was absolutely devoid of flavor. Nothing! It had a brown sauce that looked like a balsamic dressing. No taste. It was like eating cardboard. read more

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Kevin C.

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I ordered pizza late night on a weekend and this place was open until 2:00 AM. I ordered a medium 4-cheese pizza with pepperoni, ground beef, and sausage via Eat24. What can I say? The pizza was GREAT! The leftover pieces still tasted delicious after refrigerating and reheating in the oven the next day. If not for the long delivery wait (45 minutes?), I would have given them 5 stars! I will definitely order from them again. read more

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Megan B.

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Great vegan options when you're too lazy to cook and want something a little naughty, like a burger & fries!

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Tia K.

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Haven't had much of an experience with this place, however, we ordered door dash thinking it would be an easy dinner. Our door dash order was apparently picked up by someone. When our door dash driver arrived at the restaurant, they told him the food was picked up, and they refused to remake the order while our driver was there. I work in the industry, and normally when a door dash, grub hub, uber eats, etc. driver picks up food they show the name of the order on their phone to confirm and then are given the corresponding order. It really wouldn't have been difficult to remake our order (my restaurant is more than happy to fix mistakes). And we know it wasn't a door dash issue, our driver was very apologetic and tried to remedy the situation. read more

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Abdelhamed H.

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Costa is one of the best pizza's in New Haven. I highly recommend their Mash potato pizza. I live in NYC so I have high standards in pizzas but I highly recommend this place. read more

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Chrissy P.

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Best bang for your buck! The pizza is solid and their sauce is SUPERB! Seriously. We ordered mozzarella sticks and a medium chicken florentine pizza--it fed 2 of us well past satiety. We also ordered 2 cannoli and a tiramisu. Both were excellent and definitely worth the money. They deliver too so that's a definite bonus. If you don't want to pay the Wooster St. pizza prices then try Costa...it definitely won't disappoint! read more

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Courtney K.

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BEST french fries that I've found in New Haven so far!! Always super quick with my orders too.

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The food here is really good and for the price you get a lot of bang for your buck! The fact that you can order delivery or takeout from Yelp is an added bonus! read more

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Very close to the court house which when on jury duty it is nice. Pizza was good. Thin crust super crunchy, lots of choices fOr the slice. I also got a chicken and cheese sub. That I'll be honest im not impressed with. It has peppers and onions on it which I usually like but it over powered the sub. Stick with the pizza. read more

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Costa Pizza in New Haven, CT is AWESOME!!! I've lived in New Haven for years and not only do they deliver later than most places, their food is delicious. Their pizza is right up there with New Haven finest. The sauce is great and the crust is so flavorful, it's not too oily and not cardboard-like like a lot of these new, expensive gourmet pizza joints that are popping up all over are. Try the Hawaiian pizza with ricotta, yuuuum! The meatballs are excellent too. The staff is super nice and my order is always right. And delivery with a smile, ALWAYS! Delivery is fast and food is always hot. Obviously, I highly recommend Costa Pizza! read more

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Mediocre pizza but the greek salad was good. Would order again for non-pizza items.

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Carigan M.

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really delicious pizza- i got a vegan pie and my friend got one that was gluten free, but ridiculously expensive for a personal pizza pie with a few veggie toppings ! read more

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Thank you for being open in the late hours of the night! Everything was great, but pizza has too much rosemary.

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One of the best pizza places in new haven , friendly stuff, delicious subs ,open till late, fast delivery . It's really clean love that place read more

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9 Whitney Ave
New Haven, CT 06510
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(203) 782-6782
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Hours

What time does Costa Pizzeria open?

Costa Pizzeria opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Costa Pizzeria opens at 11:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Costa Pizzeria close?

Costa Pizzeria closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Costa Pizzeria closes at 11:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Fri 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)Sat 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)Sun 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Costa Pizzeria take credit cards?

Yes, Costa Pizzeria takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Costa Pizzeria have catering options?

Yes, Costa Pizzeria does have catering options.

Does Costa Pizzeria have a drive thru?

No, Costa Pizzeria does not have a drive thru.

Does Costa Pizzeria serve alcohol?

No, Costa Pizzeria does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Costa Pizzeria allow dogs?

Yes, Costa Pizzeria allows dogs.

Does Costa Pizzeria have TVs?

Yes, Costa Pizzeria has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Costa Pizzeria have bike parking?

No, Costa Pizzeria does not have bike parking.

Does Costa Pizzeria have outdoor seating?

No, Costa Pizzeria does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Costa Pizzeria have parking?

Yes, Costa Pizzeria has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is Costa Pizzeria wheelchair accessible?

No, Costa Pizzeria is not wheelchair accessible.

Does Costa Pizzeria have free WiFi?

No, Costa Pizzeria does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

Costa Pizza has been famous for its recipe for Pizza and wraps. Also specializes in Halal Meat, gluten free pizza, pasta, subs, wraps as well as Vegan items. Best vegan pizza in town, vegan pasta, vegan restaurants, vegan subs, vegan pasta. All the meat is HALAL

Zeneli Pizzeria

4.7(690 reviews)

0.6 mi

The pizza my roommate brought back from Yale! Incredibly delicious!…read more Bufalina: It was tremendous! The sugar from the San Marzano tomatoes and the nutty aroma of the prosciutto di parma combined perfectly after baking to create a warm caramel aroma. The fresh, smooth olive oil base creates a rich, syrupy texture. The basil aroma emerged in the aftertaste, adding layers to the rich, creamy cheese. The cornicione was crispy but not dry, and the crust was very chewy. Tartufella: Relatively less impressive. The black truffle aroma wasn't strong; the main flavors were the savory, sweet, and meaty notes of the Italian sausage.

We love everything about Zeneli! The staff is so nice and accommodating. Whether it's a dinner for…read more2 or a party of 8, the service is always super. All of the pizzas are delicious. It's impossible to pick a favorite. No matter how busy it is, we are always seated promptly. The pasta dishes are great too. And the whipped ricotta is to die for! We've sat in the dining room, at the bar, and in the sun room. It's a warm restaurant with warm people. The staff really makes you feel at home. There's not a bad seat in the house. Even when it is busy you can trust you'll be cared for with a friendly face and trustworthy service.

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Adriana's Italian Restaurant & Catering

4.1(316 reviews)

0.4 mi

We had an early reservation as we had an event to get to. We were first customers to arrive that…read moreevening, and at least 6 of the staff were there to greet us--quite a welcoming committee. All four of us were happy with our meals! The eggplant tower and Caesar salad were starters, and for main meals one had pasta bolognese (big appetite), one chicken (there were leftovers), and TWO shared the orecchiette (AND took some home). Two glasses of wine. It was a lovely meal, and came to just over $40 per person with tip. Would go again to this charming restaurant any time we are in New Haven.

This has been our 5th time coming - it's just consistently delicious. Strangely when we pulled up…read moreit looked like it was boarded up, maybe it's to prevent a cold draft but thankfully it's still there! Parking lot was empty. We had our almost two year old that had to tag along for dinner and they were very accommodating- the server was able to adjust menu items as we needed for dietary needs and when our little guy was getting bored they brought over a piece of paper to draw on. We went during a week day and barely 5 couples in there. I was able to walk around with our little guy (which in the past and on a weekend would never happen) - my son took an interest to peek into the kitchen and all the cooking staff were nice let him take a good look at the team in action. Thanks Adriana's again for wonderful food and kind /accommodating team and servers!

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Pasta Eataliana

4.3(129 reviews)

0.6 mi

While the name of the restaurant doesn't sound old school, the food is definitely a cut above old…read moreschool. The restaurant is elegant, crisp and inviting. The pasta perfectly al dente. The service and attention from the staff is the right level between attentive but not hovering. I loved the mix between well known pastas and a few not so well known regional dishes. I had a specialty from Amalfi. A Spaghetti with the most tenter octopus and succulent clams. We enjoyed an exceptional late lunch, unhurried and left to savor each bite. This is a definite recommend for me.

A bit pricey, but delicious pasta! One of my favorite things to do is go to Italian restaurants in…read moreNew Haven and this one is one of the best! Their pasta is made from scratch and tastes so fresh. The texture is perfection. I got pappardelle w/ sausage and porcini mushrooms and it was delicious! My friends also enjoyed their meals. They were also very good portion sizes. As stated earlier, it's a bit pricer than other places but worth it. And you get complimentary bread. The service was also good.

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Encore by Goodfellas

3.8(507 reviews)

0.3 mi

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We had an absolutely wonderful time at Goodfellas last night. We were celebrating my daughter…read morecelebrating graduating 8th Grade and Goodfellas made the celebration extra special for my daughter. The food was absolutely fantastic. It was probably some of the best panne cotta I ever had (sorry Mom) and they cooked our steaks to perfection just the way we like it. A lot of other restaurants have trouble with that. The staff was very nice, service was attentive, helpful and very nice. The atmosphere in the restaurant was very calm and relaxing, as was the music. This was an experience my daughter won't forget and thank you for making our celebration spectacular.

Goodfellas has been a go-to us for years for special occasions, and this was our first visit back…read moresince their remodel and change to Encore. We couldn't believe how different it was inside, but it's definitely a positive change! We were seated upstairs, and we were pleasantly surprised when a pianist began playing. It was a perfect volume where we could still hear each other and also enjoy the music. Our server, Talmadge, was professional and attentive, and each dish we had was delicious. The same quality we knew and loved from Goodfellas, and I was glad to see the desserts stayed the same. One of the most romantic restaurants I've visited in a long time, and we look forward to many more visits!

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Skappo

4.3(211 reviews)

0.5 mi

Can't stop thinking about this place, the food!! Best pasta I've ever had. Very authentic and warm…read morefamily running the place. Live in NJ but want to make trip to go back

A delicious spot in downtown New Haven for yummy Italian food! We stopped in for dinner and got the…read morevegetable coquettes, Gorgonzola figs, lemon pasta, shrimp pasta, and a pasta with tomato and egg plant sauce. The figs are a must! The pasta is cooked to perfection! My favorite was the lemon pasta--decadent and refreshing. We ended the night with biscotti & a ricotta gelato. The service is warm and fast.Can't wait to be back!

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L'Orcio

3.9(305 reviews)

0.4 mi

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Tried L'Orcio for my birthday and was really impressed. We had the formaggi and everything was…read moredelicious, especially the goat cheese and fruit bread. For dinner, we ordered several pasta dishes including Gnocchi alla Boscaiola , Pappardelle Al Ragu, a special and Cavatelli Alla Norma. Everything was incredible, and the handmade pasta really stood out. The gnocchi were especially memorable, very soft, pillowy, and perfectly seasoned. You can tell the pasta is made fresh daily. The staff were kind and welcoming, and the atmosphere felt cozy and charming. Would absolutely return to try more!! Would also love to take a pasta making class if the chef is ever offering

REALLY GOOD!! The…read moreambiance, vibe , service and food were all spot on! My gnocchi in a red sauce with sausage and mushrooms was outstanding , wife had a nice salmon dish.... Other notable was the tiramisu Prices were fair as well

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Villa Lulu

4.2(153 reviews)

0.5 mi

I came to Villa Lulu in downtown New Haven for a birthday dinner and the entire experience was…read moreabsolutely perfect. The restaurant is located in a charming historic building, and the stylish decor gives it such a warm and homey feel. It is elegant yet totally relaxed, and the staff is incredibly welcoming and attentive from the moment you walk in. We started with the fried artichokes for an appetizer and they were nothing short of amazing. They were breaded and battered perfectly, and oh so crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. For our main courses we ordered the Chicken Parmesan and the Squid Ink Linguini. The Chicken Parm was completely top notch and cooked beautifully. The Squid Ink Linguini was equally outstanding and packed with flavor, definitely a must try if you visit. Everything from the cozy atmosphere to the expertly prepared food made it a birthday dinner to remember. If you are looking for amazing Italian comfort food with a wonderful neighborhood vibe, this is the spot. I highly recommend it and will definitely be returning!

Another great dinner at Villa Lulu recently and updating the rating to 5 stars now that we've been…read morehere a few times with excellent service, food and ambiance on every visit. We were at the Shubert for a Neal Diamond inspired show that was also excellent. The place was packed and they were very short staffed so this could have been a disaster in the making. Our server, Josh, was a true professional (I know this as a long-time former professional myself) and handled the volume with an excellent demeanor and the utmost skill. The kitchen was totally dialed in and really you would not have known the business was under stress. We had the charcuterie board, the chicken saltimbocca, and 3 pasta dishes (I didn't pay attention to the specifics). Fig and espresso martinis were big hits and they had just enough variety on the beer menu to cover all the bases. Josh made excellent menu and wine recommendations and the timing of everything was spot on. This is an excellent restaurant. We've been here a number of times with all different guests and everyone raves about it. I don't think there's anyone who wouldn't enjoy Lulu. If you're looking for a great experience in downtown New Haven you won't miss by choosing Villa Lulu!

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the LUKE BRASSERIE

4.7(180 reviews)

0.4 mi

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Locally owned & operated

Eco-friendly

excelente Buena comida y ambiente familiar. Servicio bacano . se la comieron en este sitioread more

When you walk in you are greeted with complimentary champagne and a welcoming handshake. You have…read moreto take in the beautiful decor of the restaurant in this mansion like setting. Straight ahead you can see the chef hard at work. We choose to sit at the bar for dinner. We were very impressed with the cocktails and wine flight. We were very impressed with the complimentary rosemary bread and bean/olive oil spread. For the first course, we opted for the crudo with the white wine, absolutely delicious, refreshing, and light. For the second course, we had the scallops, seared perfectly with a mushroom, hazelnut, and a fantastic sauce For the main course, we had the prime sirloin strip, roasted potatoes, and parsnip. The New York strip was out of this world...cooked medium rare all sliced with a side of truffle butter. After dinner, we were surprised with complimentary cantaloupe sorbet and two salted chocolates. I would highly recommend this restaurant for a special evening in New Haven. I plan on coming back for the chef's pairing, which you have to sign up for ahead of time.

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Gioia Cafe & Bar

4.2(143 reviews)

0.6 mi

Very nice gelato. We got a vanilla and the espresso flavors. I added dark chocolate chunk = dark…read morechocolate chips. I spent about $16 for a small and a large.

As a flight attendant on a private jet, I was arranging catering from Gioia for five passengers at…read morethe request of the lead passenger. I went in personally and spoke with Alex, the floor manager, who was professional and assured me the order would be ready for pickup at 2:30pm the following day. He even took my credit card information to secure the order. In the morning i happened to check my email. I read an email from Alex informing me Gioia would not be able to accommodate my request. After reading the email I did discover Alex left a voicemail at 11pm. In a time-sensitive industry like private aviation, last-minute cancellations create significant unnecessary stress and inconvenience. A follow-up text message after the voicemail would have been appropriate given the urgency and the prior commitment. I appreciate the attempt to notify me. However, once a commitment is made--especially after payment information is taken--it's critical to honor it or exhaust every reasonable effort to do so. I had even offered to compensate the kitchen staff additionally to offset any inconvenience. With a background in culinary arts and restaurant management, I was taught that it's always better to under-promise and over-deliver rather than the reverse. In hospitality, reliability is everything, and word of mouth can either strengthen or damage a business's reputation.

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Modern Apizza

4.3(1.9k reviews)

0.5 mi

Modern PIZZA gets an easy five star review I can give it a few more stars but maybe next time…read more New Haven Pizza is pretty famous and there are a few places around with big names. My favorite part about modern is that only is a pizza absolutely the best but the service is nice... Aiden was a great server the food came fast he came hot. They just crank out that PIZZA nonstop! Love the feel of the place. They're efficient they turn the tables around and serve you fast and make you happy! I've been to the other places I think the one with the girls name comes to mind. I don't think you have to have rude service to make great pizza... modern Pizza is the real deal with real service! You rock modern Pizza!

Went on a Saturday night and the line was crazyyy long. Luckily the wait wasn't too bad, it was…read moreless than 30 minutes. Service was great and pretty quick. We got one plain pie and one margarita pie. As a New Yorker, this was not the best pizza I ever had but it was still very good. We also ordered the root beer and wished we ordered a pitcher, they sell great root beer here. Definitely a place to visit if you're visiting CT.