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    Kumo

    3.3 (132 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:30 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Fried Ice Cream
    Christy M H.

    This place really knows what they're doing when it comes to flavor. Everything is cooked so well that when I go to other places in the city I WISH they tasted like this. Especially the soup! The drinks here are pretty good too as well as their desserts. The service here is friendly and quick, they make sure to get everything done efficiently especially when there's a crowd of people. I always come here in a group and everyone's order is always correct. I love that this place is clean, spacious and well decorated. I recommend for birthdays or literally any occasion. Even date night. 10/10 recommend

    Elizabeth P.

    ALWAYS eat here when we come through Connecticut. Believe it or not when we moved out of CT we compare all sushi restaurants with Kumo. They don't have the fanciest atmosphere but it's clean and kept up but it more than makes this up on the food end. Sushi's always fresh, tasty and not overloaded with rice. Everything balances nicely. Best of all, it's half price. Well, not best of all.... But it certainly helps in this economy. Parking is ample and free Nearby Hamden Plazas for shopping. Definitely go!

    Avocado Roll
    Martin G.

    Pretty decent sushi. Let it be known that I am not a seafood person at all. Not a single piece of seafood, nothing. Nada. So I do like avocado rolls and cucumber and who doesn't love a mixture. Ordered here as it's close by and I enjoyed it. What you see are actually 4 orders of each cucumber and avocado rolls and then avocado rolls by themselves. What I will say is that with a large order, I felt the actual size of the rolls were small, considering the quantity. I've ordered from other nearby places and this amount would've been quite larger. Otherwise, good experience.. ample parking, empty restaurant. I'd also suggest fixing the lighted sign as many of the bulbs are out and makes it look a bit seedy.

    S/o Fried Rice
    Austin W.

    I stopped at this spot for a nice dinner on Valentine's. Food: As an Asian visiting the area, I was really looking for some comfort food. The filet mignon and shrimp combo hit the spot. It was also great that they had sushi options for appetizers. We got the New York roll, Gozilla roll, and Tiffany roll. The New York roll was a hit. Service: The wait staff were friendly and attentive. It was nice that they checked in with us throughout the meal. Our chef did not disappoint! Ambiance: They have a great layout and the energy was great throughout the night. We showed up at 6 and were seated immediately but the place definitely filled up by the time we were done. Come early if you want a spot!

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    I've had good food from this restaurant in the past, so I decided to try them again. I started out liking the sushi very much, but things changed as I continued. I'll start with what they did right. The spicy tuna roll was flavorful and the tuna was fresh. The Manhattan roll was cheesy, savory and delicious. I liked the Ultimate Veggie Roll because not many places have a vegetable-based roll on their special menu. It was crispy and the mayo sauce was great. The samurai roll was tasty and I liked how the eel and cream cheese complimented each other. The spicy dragon roll was my favorite: all flavors in the roll melded together nicely and it was very well done. If that's all I ordered, I would have given this place a 4. However, I ordered one other roll: the White House roll. The lobster tasted unusually fishy and it just seemed like something was off about it; it didn't seem fresh. I couldn't even finish it and my stomach started hurting slightly afterwards. I was so disappointed that I didn't take the final picture (the spicy dragon roll and White House roll were in the same container), but I took a picture of my receipt as proof that I bought and tried it. I called the establishment and they flat out told me that they weren't going to compensate me. That roll was the most expensive one I purchased. I don't complain to restaurants very often and I felt like they didn't care enough about my complaint. Minus one star for the bad sushi roll, minus another star for the bad customer service. It's a shame, really. I liked everything else I got. However, they should treat their customers better IMO.

    Interior
    Patrice M.

    Second visit. Not from area, hell, im not even from the state! Lol. Thisbis a nice japanese restaurant with good sushi. This is steps from the Chevrolet and Mazda dealerships, so if you come to get your vehicle serviced, This is literally next door. If my sushi roll is anything like my last visit, I'll be a very happy lady. Its quiet and oh... The food has arrived and it smells good. Gotta eat! Ok. I have inhaled my sushi.... Delicious doesn't do it justice. While sitting here contemplating if I want something else, Terry, (a server) inquired... I suddenly remembered I love green tea ice cream. He lit up when I asked for it and waxed poetic about their fried ice cream. [IKR? FRIED...ICE CREAM?!?] Just from his big smile and twinkling eyes, its obvious Terry thinks its amazing... so of course I ordered it. This sounds interesting...Ill update later.

    Hair? This was in my rice. Gotta make sure to wear hair nets/caps. Good food otherwise as usual.
    Chris S.

    Still great food from here. Just wanted to report that I found a hair in my rice. Hair nets and caps are essential to avoid this. But even then, I'm fully aware that accidents happen. I'll be coming back for more good eats.

    a plate of sushi and rolls
    Jasmine B.

    Honestly the freshest sushi in the Hamden area, and for the price.... Can't get any better. Servers are very attentive and checked on us multiple times. Our favorite roll was the fantasy roll, and the salmon Shashimi from here is a game changer.

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    Hopefully the environment can improve with renovation and all. And the food is overall good. I liked the fried rice with beef and egg.

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    Tavern On State - Flat iron steak with forbidden rice

    Tavern On State

    4.5(194 reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$$

    I was on Holiday and my son and daughter in law have been meaning to take me here. We did a walk in…read more(we got lucky) I suggest reservations. We had a time limit to eat (due to a reservation at the table) inside or on the heated patio. It was cold so we ate inside. Our waiter Brendan was cool, knowledgeable and attentive. I ordered a burger, fries (came with it) I don't like fries I opted for a salad. My daughter in law got octopus and a pasta dish. My son a steak in chili butter sauce .Everything was delicious and the presentation was lovely. My son's only vice was the steak pre cut (it was new on menu) He preferred to cut himself. The ambience was low level lighting and relaxed. I had a delicious meal and a pleasant experience. I'd patronize this place again. Oh we had dessert too. They had tiramisu, we shared a lemon tart it was delish

    Interesting menu, but underperforming. Skip the gem salad (Caesar salad): consists of finely…read moreshredded Parmesan with meager bits of anchovy and hardly any dressing. It was mediocre. The presentation of the main dish was nice, though the ricotta was hardly noticeable and the serving was meager for the price. The host was nice, but the waitress (Holly) was unpleasant. Not helpful at all and also bland, as if she doesn't care. We still tipped to be fair to other staff, but don't think we want to return to be waited on by her. As for cleanliness, watch out! They don't clean their upholstered seats, as it became plainly obvious on my clothes after having sat on the upholstered benches in the dining area. Now my clothes are permanently stained. All in all, I'd give it a 7.5/10 and take my money elsewhere.

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    the LUKE BRASSERIE - vanilla ice cream with white chocolate, raspberries & strawberries- sorry for the crappy photo

    the LUKE BRASSERIE

    4.7(184 reviews)
    4.6 mi
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Eco-friendly

    I usually take the time to drone on about meals that I've had…read more I simply wanna say the service was impeccable. Our server was polite, informative very helpful. Our drinks were exactly as described on the cocktail menu and obviously mixed by a professional The ambience is welcoming, classic comfortable. The restaurant stays quiet, even with many people in it. It's a very cozy family orientation, intimate environment. The food was impeccable. I did not have much experience with dishes serve family style, but we were a table of 10. We completely enjoyed her meals having the ability to taste a little bit of each one of the many dishes that were brought out was a culinary treat. These dishes were not only well prepared and well seasoned and well presented, but they easy to enjoy their easy on the pallet. No one dish was over seasoned or overcooked. The ingredients were obviously fresh. Nothing was overcooked. Nothing was tough. Nothing was harsh and the pallet this was excellent food. Cannot wait to go back this is a must go restaurant

    BRING BACK CHEFS with ATTITUDE. I had the pleasure of dining at The Luke Brasserie today. Totally…read moreunplanned. I was searching for something that could match up to Maison Bar Vins back home. First off can we talk about the bones of the place. The Taft building which once was a hotel now sits and houses a very charming French restaurant with a chef who could care less who you are or if your camera is permanently to your hand. I sat at the bar and the chef seated me. I opted out for their three course pre fix bar menu. Chef and owner Vincent who had trained under ICONS in the culinary world met me with this good old fashion old school attitude that today's foodie influencers could never understand. Serious poised stern energy that I love so much about old world cooking boh lore. The food was great. The playlist was upbeat, the kitchen had energy. This place should be the hardest reservation to get in New Haven.

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    the LUKE BRASSERIE - Dining room

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    Mikro Depot - Hearth Baked Pretzel

    Mikro Depot

    4.2(612 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$

    Awesome place to grab a pint and food! Nestled next to the walking trails, it's a good place for…read morepeople watching on a nice day. My friend and I thought we would grab a bite for dinner from here and I'm so happy that we did! There is an extensive selection of beers, ciders, and specialty cocktails. The food menu also offers something for everybody! I decided to give the birria tacos special a try, while my friend ordered the smoked meatloaf sandwich. We both thoroughly enjoyed our meals. The tacco meat was so tender and I tried a bite of my friend's meatloaf which was so good that I may order it next time! Our waitress was also kind and helpful! I'm happy to return to this establishment again in the near future!

    Have been to Mikro a handful of times - always good. Cool vibe. Tonight came with my parents and…read moresat to the left of where you walk in to get away from the bar. Although chilly in here, we had a nice time. My parents loved the food too which was great. Tonight I got the Arepa which apparently, I won't get again because it's the second time I've had it (not here the first time) and didn't care for it. The pulled pork on top was good though I just don't care for the dish itself. A bit bland. My picture unfortunately didn't come out good for that dish. My dad got the Panko Crusted Fish Sandwich and my mom got the nachos. They loved what they got. I've been in the past and had the pizza, the poutine, pork belly sandwich, etc. I'd love to try the crab dip and whipped ricotta someday. Fun spot.

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    Mikro Depot - Eating outside next to the Farmington canal trail for walking and biking

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    Moby Dick’s Oyster Bar & Grill - Double Order of Lobster Mac + Cheese

    Moby Dick’s Oyster Bar & Grill

    4.4(84 reviews)
    7.2 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Certified professionals

    My first time at Moby Dick's Oyster Bar & Grill was an overall great experience. It is a classic…read morebar and restaurant setup with main bar seating and tables all around. It isn't huge inside but they use the space so wisely. The kitchen is open to the bar so you can see and hear all the amazing things happening back there which really adds to the local neighborhood vibe. The bartenders there are very sweet and attentive, they help bring the whole experience there to 5 stars. I came on a Wednesday for the $17.99 lobster roll special and it was easily one of the best I've ever had. It is a quarter pound of lobster and you get actual lumps of claw and meat rather than the shredded stuff some other places serve. The butter it's sautéed in is seasoned delicately to accentuate the fresh lobster instead of covering up the taste. The portion was surprisingly large and it comes on a fresh bun that is lightly buttered and toasted. It even comes with a little cup of extra butter which I totally slathered on because I love butter! Every bite was so fresh and soft. The roll comes with fries and I did the optional $5 upcharge for the lobster bisque. That was also the best I've ever had because I've never seen bisque with such large chunks of lobster in it. It was just crazy good. Everything was well worth the price and I'd honestly come back even on days when it's not a special. They have something going on every night like the $9.99 burger and fries on Mondays, so that will definitely be my next reason to visit. I will be back for sure!

    Little hole in the wall gem Excellent food…read moreChef kind enough to come out to chat looked so professional and definitely knows how to cook! Barmaid Courtney made a great manhattan and was so friendly Lovely waitress also so friendly i unfortunately didn't get her name Great ambience Can't wait to go back!

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