Love this place so much. Food, atmosphere, drinks. It's got everything. Counting down the days to…read morenext season. #YNWA

This was a suggested restaurant to check out while visiting New Haven. We entered on Wednesday…read moreevening. It was very dark and empty which was surprising. We sat inside and waited for someone to greet us. They did not have a large amount of options so we stuck to their offerings. We ordered a large tray of nachos with chicken and several appetizers. The nachos were okay but I had better. The appetizers were the better option to go with. Maybe it was a quiet night but I would have preferred some more light and better food options. The place was okay but I don't know if I will come back here on a weeknight.

We had a great time at The Blind Rhino with a big group of 5 adults and 6 kids! The staff was…read moreincredibly accommodating--when a couple of our guests got cold inside, they graciously moved our entire large group to the outdoor seating area without any hesitation. The food was absolutely fantastic. The wings lived up to the hype, and the Philly steak egg rolls were a massive hit with everyone. It can be tough to find a spot that keeps a big group of kids entertained, but they had a blast watching the TVs and playing indoor foosball. Great food, excellent service, and a fun environment for the whole family. We will definitely be back! Food was 9/10 on the sports bar level Service was 10/10. One constructive piece of feedback: the Philly cheesesteak sandwich was a little too pricey for what you actually get.

Great staff, good drinks, and amazing wings. We were in Connecticut for a business trip and we were…read morecraving for some wings and everybody kept talking about The Blind Rhino. They did not disappoint. They definitely worth the price and getting them during happy hour is just a bonus.

A few friends were here so I joined them for a cocktail and lunch…read more We sat at the bar where it was quite enough to get caught up with each other. They have a nice selection of beer on tap. I had a stout brewed locally from a brewery that I haven't been to. I also ordered the pulled pork nachos which were loaded and enough for two with plenty of leftovers for another meal. The bartender was friendly and helpful with the beer and food orders. This is a popular local place. Right across the street from the beach so it is a great place to stop and enjoy the scenery along with a good meal.

First time trying them was yesterday, Sunday 7/26/2026 afternoon for lunch. There were no tables…read moreavailable so sat at the bar. Super cute sports bar across from the water with great views. We ordered the steak tacos and wings with hot sauce. Nice size wings, cooked perfectly and so tasty. Tacos had lots of very tender beef and just amazing flavor. The tacos have pickled carrots onions and radishes on it with peppery lettuce. The restaurant was busy so a bit noisy but able to talk easily. Both Cara and Krista were friendly and professional. We will definitely be back to try more menu items. Parking was a bit tight.

Not good $27 for one piece of fish and vegetables this never again I wouldn't recommend this place…read moreto my enemies the portions at Adrianas on Grand Ave in New Haven are larger and the food Is much better

ZERO STARS! Went to have a good time and they got upset bc we wouldn't exit out the back door…read more Didn't come through the back I came in the front where my car was parked on the street. This place is dangerous. They clearly have something going on. They told us not to come back. DEFINITELY NOT planning to after that. Please be SAFE! They want people to be exit out of a door you don't even enter in from. Not ok Not safe! Will never give them business again!

Met friends for lunch here on a Thursday. The place was busy, especially the bar area, but not too…read morepacked. Ordered a burger with fries and a Guinness. The burger was hot, juicy, delicious and quite ample - it kept me full for hours. The fries were hot and crispy. The Guinness was well-poured. Our waitress did a great job too. If ordering a burger, be sure to ask for extra napkins. I will return to try some of the other tempting menu items. Or another burger :-)

" Y se formó la gozadera... Miami me lo confirmó... "…read more Valentine's Day with my favorite guy (my son ) started at IKEA and somehow turned into a full-on gozadera at Prime BGR in New Haven -- completely on a whim. We walked in with no reservation on Valentine's Day (bold), and the manager couldn't have been more welcoming. Super friendly, got us seated quickly, and set the tone right away. That kind of hospitality matters. The vibe? Cool, modern, slightly moody -- perfect accidental Valentine's dinner energy. The service was on point all night. Attentive, smooth, and genuinely warm. Now let's talk about the moment that activated my Dominican DNA. I ordered the Sweet Plantains with Cilantro Aioli as an appetizer and when I saw plátanos on that menu? República Dominicana presente. . I felt seen. For my main, I had the Temple Salad and added a burger patty (because balance is important ). Fresh, flavorful, satisfying. My son ordered a burger with truffle fries and I am STILL thinking about those fries today. Crispy. Perfect salt. That truffle flavor hit just right. Those fries deserve their own review. And because it was Valentine's Day and I believe in celebrating myself too, I had the Pineapple Express. Divine. Tropical. Smooth. The kind of drink that keeps the gozadera going. From IKEA chaos to Prime BGR glow-up in under an hour. Great food. Great vibe. Great service. New Haven confirmed it. We'll absolutely be back. #PrimeBGR #NewHavenEats #LaGozadera #DominicanApproved #ValentinesWithMyFavorite #TruffleFries

This is a very delayed review as I visited over the summer. Our party of 4 visited on an early…read moreSaturday evening and was able to be seated right away. The vibe is very much dark and moody. They were setting up for what looked like a guest DJ of sorts? Once the DJ started their music, it was VERY loud which was a little disappointing. We didn't try any of the food. We did try some of the cocktails though and they were all great. Also tried the paper bag beer because we couldn't resist the mystery. The beers were 16oz cans of craft beers. not bad! Overall, really liked the place!

Very moody, vibey lounge, restaurant, and bar in downtown New Haven. Stopped in before a late…read moredinner nearby on a Wednesday night around 6. There are couches in corners, tables, and bar seating. Only the bar tender seemed to be serving so service was very slow. I liked the aesthetic and Dj Kamakaze provided tunes or else I'd give a lower rating. Would return for an evening outing, good place to get lost.

Pizza is decent, just dont try to modify it. Asked and paid for extra cheese and pepperoni on a…read moretake out pie. Got home no extra cheese or pepperoni. Paid for the extra toppings in good faith that I would not get ripped off, and... got ripped off. Expect to do the staffs job and verify you got what you paid for.

Between Frank Pepe's and BAR, my friend, a Yale student, prefers the latter, and as a mere tourist,…read moreI deferred the decision to her. Man, so glad I did. We arrived on a Monday around peak dinner time, but there was essentially no wait (apparently uncommon according to my friend -- just a delightful consequence of dining at a college town during the summer). We split a medium pizza (1/2 elote mexican street corn and 1/2 bbq brisket), proving to be more than enough for two plus a more than ample amount of leftovers. Recently, I've gravitated toward thinner pizzas, a far cry from the typical Detroit (foccacia-esque) style pizzas I used to prefer, and BAR's pizza is akin to a flatbread yet very thin, another fallen angel to the GLP's. The undercarriage boasts a brilliant crust, almost cracker-like. However, it should be noted that the pizza is indulgent all the same. The elote pizza is quite possibly the most memorable, unique pizza I've ever had; it arrives almost crimson-red with a generous layer of corn and takis atop. It's still incredibly well balanced despite the hodgepodge of varied toppings. It's hard to pick a favorite between this and the bbq brisket though; while one is incredibly unique the other is simply sumptuous, nothing pedestrian about either of the two. The service is also impeccable, almost rivaling that of southern hospitality. I always thought Californians were friendly but something is in the air every time I visit New Haven. Incredible!

Absolutely fantastic! We had their 744 burger and the black and bleu burgers yesterday. Everything…read morewas incredibly delicious. We also tried their honey garlic wings which were perfect! I went back today to try their garden salad with blackened chicken and it was to die for!!! 100% has become one of my favorite restaurants. The menu is expansive, making it simple to find a dish that everyone will enjoy!! Ps. Their garlic parm dressing is incredibly delicious!!!

Found this local gem while in town visiting family…read more It seems to be a neighborhood favorite, and I can see why. Parking is available behind the restaurant, and the wait staff were friendly and attentive. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area. Must-haves: - Prime rib: Tender, cooked perfectly medium rare as ordered. 5/5 - French onion soup: Forgot to take a picture, but it was the star of the meal. Rich, flavorful, and comforting. 10/5 - Fried calamari (NY style): The marinara dip had garlic and hot peppers. It wasn't spicy (to us), but added a nice kick. The calamari itself was crispy and well done. 5/5 - Fries: Shoestring style, crispy, and just right. 5/5 What to skip: - Their pasta dishes. The chicken parm with linguini came in a very generous portion, but the sauce was watered down, the flavor lacking, and the chicken cutlets were dry and soggy. 3/5 - Seafood pasta (not pictured): Same issue with the sauce - bland and watered down. The portion was large, but the flavor didn't hold up. 2/5