A really nice restaurant in New Haven. A packed Thursday night was quite noisy but conversations…read morewere able to be had. 6 of us had the Tacos and they were prepared really well and were good sized and delicious. We had an ice cream dessert which we all took spoonfuls. Drinks were well made and beer was super cold. A really nice place. Many choices and I will be back to try the other offerings

Cool place. Reminds me of a place called Burrito Haus in Nogales Mexico that was actually a garage…read moreonce. Great old rusty signs and high tops similar to car lifts. Excellent lunch specials. Mostly tacos but with high end ingredients. I had the mix and match 3 tacos, carnitas, pollo asada and veggies. Husband had the soup and taco combo with pulpos (octopus) and sausage. He also got the Camacho Garage Lager. I particularly enjoyed the salsa verde. Our waiter was the bartender and he was very friendly and knowledgeable. The high top was a bit difficult for my short fat legs but I managed it. They also have regular tables. Highly recommended for their lunch specials. Very inexpensive.

Cilantro Fresh Mexican Grill is a fast-casual Mexican-style restaurant that opened in New Haven,…read moreConnecticut in 2012. It was founded by restaurateur couple Chris Guerra and Sara Holycross. Guerra opened his first restaurant, Dayton Street Apizza, in New Haven in 1998 when he was just 23. The success of the pizzeria was enough for him to open a sister pizzeria, First Street Apizza, in Seymour in 2005. Eventually Guerra decided to purchase the building that Dayton Street Apizza was housed in. For the opposite side, he had originally thought about opening a Chinese restaurant. Then he and his partner Holycross realized that Mexican culture was thriving in New Haven. Many of the kitchen staff at Dayton Street Apizza were of Latino descent and they would frequently heat up their authentic Spanish and Mexican meals in the kitchen. Although fast-casual chains such as Chipotle Mexican Grill or Moe's Southwest Grill were popular, Guerra and Holycross eschewed the assembly line style of food preparation for a traditional made-to-order style of preparation. This meant that their food would be fresher and the menu more nimble. When it opened in 2012, Cilantro was met with much acclaim. Guerra sadly passed away unexpectedly in 2016; Holycross continues to run his three restaurants. My wife and I have been to Cilantro several times and have never been disappointed. When they first opened, my wife and I had recently started dating and she lived in an apartment down the street. We've been fans of their food ever since. We recently stopped there for dinner with our two boys on Cinco de Mayo. Cilantro's take-out business was pretty busy that day, but the dining room wasn't too crowded for sit-down meals. We started off with some of their complimentary chips and salsas as well as a large order of their delicious "Guacamole". For our entrées, I had the "Tostada Salad w/ Steak" (fried flour tortilla shell filled with/ lettuce, black beans, guacamole, sour cream, & pico de gallo), my wife had the "Shrimp Bowl" (fresh grilled shrimp, lime, jack & cheddar, pinto beans, red cabbage, pico de gallo, tangy dressing), our older son had the "Kids Steak Taco" (soft corn tortilla w/ cheddar cheese), and our younger son had the "Kids Chicken Quesadilla". Everything was delicious; super fresh ingredients and all bursting with flavor! Unfortunately, Cilantro does not have a bar: no margaritas for us. However, they do carry bottle beer, wine, and sangria. I enjoyed a cup of "Red Sangria while my wife enjoyed a cup of "White Sangria". I must say that in addition to the excellent food, Cilantro also has excellent staff and service. Overall, we had another very enjoyable experience. The high-quality food and competitive prices here must not be overlooked.

Haven't gone here in years due to having relocated, but when I went it was average to just okay…read more Decent size burritos and ok chips and salsa. Service was decent. Takeout is just meh. It would be loud inside when I dined in with a plus one. I'll try again soon to see if anything changed.

I liked it. Really good cheese and a good sauce. Crispy, but not to the point of being burnt, and…read morea good crust overall. Price was on par for the quantity. Was sightseeing in the area, so I can't say its worth the 1.5 drive, but if I was in the area again, I'd go.

I meant the pizza is ok but the subs to much oli and vinegar and makes it soggy and it tastes…read moredisgusting but like I said the pizza is ok it can improve

Nice lowkey spot for happy hour that I stumbled upon after a facial at the spa next door. Delicious…read moreand great value!

My family's experience with this restaurant was very disappointing. A new employee in our family…read morewas expected to work with very little training and was spoken to in a way that we found disrespectful. When we raised our concerns professionally, the response we received did not acknowledge the importance of treating employees with respect or providing proper training. We also had to follow up to ensure payment for the hours that were worked. While the restaurant did confirm that payment would be made, the overall communication and handling of the situation left us with little confidence in the way employees are treated. Based on our experience, I cannot recommend this restaurant. I believe businesses should value their employees, provide proper training, communicate professionally, and create a respectful workplace.

Still 5-stars. After searching for the past year in places everywhere east of the Mississippi…read moreRiver- and this has been a fairly expansive search- the best empanadas ANYWHERE. This may, ultimately, turn into the best sandwich-encompassing (and adjacent) offering in my experience. Yes: what I'm saying is that their empanadas may be the best 'bread meets meat' dish in the eastern half of the country. Gyros, sandwiches, tacos, etc., etc. The only real change in my opinion- an avowed carnivore, mind you, is that the vegetarian empanada is the best of all the flavors. This is a statement I do not take lightly. I am a meat person. And the vegetarian empanada is something I'd want as a death-row-last-dish meal.

Highest quality food in the whole area! Fresh, delicious, gourmet and so good. Friendly and clean,…read morefast. Can't get enough of their green sauce, just really great to grab and go or a quick bite in house for healthy, homemade food. Best empanadas!

PROs- food wise it was good, service , parking , kiosk to order…read more CONs- location First timer . Was driving through CT 15 and wanted to stop over for Tesla charging and quick dinner . Took an exit and found a Taco Bell pretty close to the exit . Location was a little wierd. Not many of other shops around . Went to this Taco Bell and found it was good . Had kiosks to order food . It was easy to order and it showed all price etc. very convenient to order ! Lots of space inside to done in . Lots of parking outside. Service was quick too. We were the only ones there .. quick service . Chalupas were good . Was fresh and tasty . Potato fiesta was average . Was too soft . Chips was good . Overall we liked it . Satisfied !

What the hell dude. Ok listen up. I mean business with this review. Let me start off by saying we,…read moreyuck , nasty. The taco's were seriously gross. It wasn't even cooked. My first bite I threw up immediately. The meat tasted like cheesie shit in a dog bowl . After I threw up I fell on my throw up in the bathroom. The bathrooms were disgusting. There was pee all over the floor and walls. Maybe that's what you guys make the tacos with. And by the way check Olivia Rodrigo's new song " dejavu" might as well call 911 because they should improve their own food with poo. Instead of pee.

Absolutely the best for ambiance, healthy food, limited vegetarian choices. Soups are needed for…read morethose of us not liking the mess of a side salads. Many entrees are already served on a bed of lettuce and slice of bread. Note: Kitchen CLOSES for orders of meals at 3:00 pm on weekdays. Very vintage with great entree presentation. I love the quiet areas with single seating if you prefer coffee only while working or reading. This cafe has a boho and a one of a kind vintage feel. Nice crowd with people of all ages and a friendly staff. Very unique bakery desserts but Priced equal to most specialty coffees. Self seating with payment and order in advance on an I pad. Choose your own table and food is served to you! A large menu to choose from. Seafood entrees would be nice for vegetarians. Even a tuna or shrimp plate with soup and salad. One REQUEST.... PLEASE serve HOT specialty coffees in different cups or add a cover to keep them HOT. My pistachio goes cold well before I finish my meal so I skip dessert for that reason. Perhaps offer a refill. Ice is needed near water dispenser. Truly a diamond in the rough! I highly recommend pistachio coffee, cafe, and everything within it.

Pricey but their pistachio rose water ricotta cheesecake is dreamy. Cute for a date .read more

Tast3Domez is a chef-driven food spot nestled at 775 Whalley Ave in New Haven, CT. Situated inside…read morea gas station, it's known for bold, customizable flavors and its signature Dorito-infused dishes. I've had this place bookmarked for a while. I was heading to the beach, so I decided to have Fish and Chips by the water. I also noticed they serve chicken wings, so I decided to order a six-piece order of their Sweet Habanero wings. My order was ready in about twenty minutes. I went with fried whiting, which was tasty, but not the best I've had. It could have used a bit more seasoning. I'm unsure if the starter sauce was homemade, but a splash of fresh lemon and some sweet relish might have really enhanced it. The wings looked appealing on the outside, but when I picked them up, I sensed they might not be perfectly cooked. The skin was quite moist rather than crispy, and as I bit into them, I noticed they still had some moisture and weren't fully cooked--red was visible in the bone marrow. The wings were huge and a bit more frying time--around fifteen minutes--would have made a big difference. I decided to take them home to cook them thoroughly in the oven, and I added my own sauce. The staff was friendly and greeted me warmly when I arrived, but I think there's room for some improvements. 2.5 stars

This isn't good at all... I wouldn't buy from here ever again just because it's mostly dry.read more

The food was where our two stars came from. The bacon was delish, as were the potatoes and their…read morefluffy pancakes as well. However, from here the experience declined. The biggest setback for us was the service. Our server wasn't very attentive and spent the entire time conversing with every other couple (and we were the only gay people there so it felt discriminatory dare we say?). He didn't check on us, didn't offer us drinks and didn't talk to us at all, but everyone else was getting a laugh and a chuckle out of him. There were also very very minor microaggressions we noticed but they were so micro, we didn't really feel as though we could say anything. The place is very cute though, it has a nice cutesie vibe. Unfortunately, we likely won't be back. Our general ratings: Food- 8.3 Service- 2.5 Comeback ability- 1.5

Nestled along the historic storefront merchants on Whalley Avenue is a New Haven treasure that…read morequietly goes unnoticed unless you have been told by word of mouth? This reviewer was happy to have one of his family members mention it and there was no turning back? Bella's offers Homemade, Southern Style Comfort Food just like grandma would make? The Cafe consists of generous seating on both sides with a large bar stretching from the front door down towards the middle of the restaurant. We were sitting on the backend portion of identical tables and chairs. Our server was pleasant and friendly and our party of three were about to be very happy with what was in store for us? I was told that we had to arrive early because this popular little neighborhood nook, fills up at a moment's notice? We arrived at 8:00am and it was jamming. The menu has a large variety of breakfast and brunch options with their hours open until 3:00pm, daily I believe?? I enjoyed Bella's Corned Beef Hash with Scrambled Eggs, Homemade Grits and 2 Fresh Biscuits. Outstanding and Rib Sticking Comfort Food. If you never knew about this place before my review? I will gladly take the credit for getting you off your feet and into Bella's seat for a dining experience that you will thank me for?

Service was great. They gave me a better menu to look at while I was ordering Togo. The my made my…read moresandwich pretty fast and look at that hefty thing!!! So much meat and it's good corned beef too! The sandwich was toasted, unlike NYC location and also $10 cheaper. Worth it. Chocolate bomb was meh. It had chocolate cake, chocolate pudding, and chocolate ganache. Just wasn't my thing but I know many other people like it!!!

Unfortunately can't even give them a 3 because of how poor the pastrami was. I got a Rachel with…read moreeverything on it, and a side of fries. I think I was spitting out bad pieces of meat (extremely chewy) with every single bite. Not a fun experience. Very dry as well. The fries were very tasty at least. Wouldn't come back.