Best Italian food ever. Nice friendly atmosphere great bar…read moreHappy hour food ., outdoor patio seating weekend music. Come see for yourself & enjoy.

If you want real deal old school red sauce Italian food, Biagetti's is truly a phenomenal choice…read more Everything from the kitchen was expertly done with professional and attentive customer service front of house. Can't say enough good things about this place

Ordered two pizza to go. A margarita and a buffalo chicken on Saturday late afternoon. First time…read moreordering from here. Person taking order very pleasant. Order came out of oven a couple minutes after I arrived. Both were very thin crust with what seemed to be very fresh ingredients. Both were delicious and I plan to return for pizza again.

Rating: (6.5/10)…read more Stopped by Lorenzo's in West Haven for the first time in quite a while and decided to grab a quick slice. I went with the Tomato and Basil White Slice, a Foxon Park Extra Pale Ginger Ale (of course!), and a bag of Deep River Plain Sea Salt Chips. The pizza had good flavor, but it was a bit too cheesy for my taste. It took a while to chew through, and I found myself wishing for a little more balance between the cheese and the rest of the slice. Flavor-wise, it wasn't bad--just didn't fully hit the mark for me. On the bright side, that Foxon Park Ginger Ale brought back all the nostalgia. Growing up in New Haven, Foxon Park was a big part of my childhood, so that definitely added a nice touch to the meal. Overall, I'd give the experience a 6.5/10. The staff was pleasant, the place was clean, and it's a solid local stop if you're craving pizza. Would I go back? Absolutely. But next time, I'll try a different slice--or maybe go for a fresh pie instead.

We were on our way back home and wanted to give New Haven spots another try…read more The usual spots had a line of people. We laughed at them and moved on. We don't do lines. Found this spot and were glad we did. Pizza was absolute perfect. We tried 3 different pies.

Delicious FRESH food! 4.5/5.0. I wish Yelp would allow for the .5 in reviews! Went here yesterday…read moreto meet up with an old friend. We had the ricotta and honey on toast, meatballs, prosciutto/mozzarella to start, some white wine and of course PIZZA! The pizza was light and cooked perfectly. We had the Dolce Salato and the Diavolina. We loved the Dolce Salato! The Diavolina was good, but I think some more spicy salami or maybe an additional spicy component would have been a good addition to the pizza. It needed just a little bit more on the flavor side. But still everything here is high quality and I would recommend! Service was excellent. We were immediately seated and had the option to sit inside or outside. I first sat inside, then we moved to a larger table outside. What I really appreciated as a new mom, was their openness and flexibility for coming in with a stroller. I was nervous to be a burden to the restaurant, but they were super accommodating. Thank you On room for improvement, I think on a hot day, having the inside space being much much cooler, than the outdoor seating (especially for newborns/really young kids/elderly) would be beneficial. Yesterday it was cool inside to start (and remember I chose to move outside), but they started to leave the front door open to allow for easy movement of staff and guests between inside and outside, which made the indoor space get warmer over time. And I totally get that for the ease of movement for staff/guests, but maybe consider keeping it super cool on the inside, so that kiddos/elderly have a cool space on a really hot day to not overheat. The vibe here is great. Chill, warm and light! Come with family and/or friends and enjoy!

Friday night is pinochle night, but we always get something to eat either takeout or dine in before…read moreplaying? Tonight, our choice was a West Haven icon, App's. Forever known for their outstanding Italian and seafood cuisine. I set up a reservation for 4:30pm, we were directed to our table right away. Our server was Sebastian. He was very friendly and comfortable around us, he did a great job.

We went in for an early Sunday dinner today and it was such a wonderful time! Growing up in the…read morearea, Italian food is a staple in cuisine. However that being said, this was THE best Italian food I've had in a really long time. We started out with the NY style calamari- amazing! Then we ordered our entrées which came with the choice of a soup/salad and pasta/potato & veg. I have to mention that their honey house dressing is to die for! (Our waiter suggested it and it did not disappoint!) For our entrées we ordered chicken parm, Chicken App's and shrimp, whole clams and scallops entrée Fra diavolo. Their sauce is so flavorful and delicious! All of our entrées were incredible and prepared perfectly!! I am a huge Italian cuisine kinda gal and when I tell you it was THE BEST food I've had, I mean it. I'd easily say they have the best chicken parm (I've ever had and I've had it from a lot of different places). All of our food was cooked perfectly, tender and seasoned just right. Not to mention the presentation was just outstanding! App's is such a beautiful, cozy and elegant restaurant with a hometown - local feel. You can just tell they have a passion for cooking and put in the extra dedication to make sure their patrons enjoy every bite. I can't wait to go back and absolutely love that I can support a local business who has been such a staple in the area for decades. They know what they're doing! Also when you go, be sure to ask for Dorian, he was such a wonderful, insightful, attentive and joy to have as our waiter!

I'm newly gluten free and struggling - during a visit with some friends who needed to eat a lot of…read morecarbs we came here knowing that they had GF pasta. They said any of the pastas could be modified and offered a few noodle variations which made me really happy, the noodles tasted so good I thought I maybe got gluten'd hahaha but felt fine. Their gluten free noodles are made with rice and corn so it balances out and doesn't feel mushy. Between our group we ordered risotto, pappardelle, and a shrimp pasta which we were all ecstatic with. Highly recommend!

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.

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.

We came this past Saturday night for a nice meal out…read more Table of 8 (4 couples). We were promptly seated at our 6:30 reservation time. I got an Old Fashioned and asked for extra cherries. Who knew I would be charged $4 for that, wasn't told until we saw the bill at the end. (See picture) We started with family style platters of broccoli rabe and sausage, oysters, panecotto and a scungilli salad. The portions were generous for everything that was ordered. For an entree, I had the Pollo Fantasia. Chicken breast topped with crab meat, spinach and mozzarella. It came with mashed potatoes and zucchini along side. The mashed potatoes were a bit odd. More air and water, less potato. All of the food was fantastic though. I think everyone really enjoyed what they had.

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!

Really nice covered patio. Super nice server…read more I loved the Ferrari rosé. Not too dry, very flavorful, almost like a cocktail but great for a hot day. Beet salad was amazing. House bread is great! Not a fan of the eggplant Parmesan, though. It was neither fried nor roasted but seemed stewed like in ratatouille, which is the least tasty way to make eggplant OMHO. I really could not eat it and just ate the tomato and cheese, which was fine because the salad and bread were filling. So I liked this restaurant a lot... But skip the eggplant Parm!

I visited IL Gabbiano for a Passive House event, and it was absolutely fantastic! They served a…read morepre-set menu featuring squash blossoms, meatballs, and eggplant parmesan, alongside a great variety of cocktails, beer, wine, and delicious mocktails. All the food was packed with flavor, perfectly seasoned, and served in huge portions. I never even knew I could like eggplant parmesan as much as I did here! The ambiance is upscale American-Italian--nice, clean, and located right on a beautiful waterfront. The indoor seating features massive windows overlooking the port and ocean, and they have great outdoor seating options as well. The staff was super friendly, attentive, and completely on the ball, accommodating everyone's requests with a smile. The service was top-notch, the drinks were excellent, and the views were stunning. I will definitely come back here every time I'm in New Haven.

We reserved a table for a party of 23 for Yale's graduation weekend. Seemed like there were several…read morelarge parties there. Dining space is huge and they also have outside water front patio dining. Food was delicious and large portions. For a large party, they gave us an option of a pre-set menu or ordering off the menu for our size. Pasta was delicious, steak was great, salads are huge. Definitely recommend for large groups.

The BEST meal I've had in YEARS. I had absolutely no criticism. As someone with a gluten allergy,…read moreeating out is always difficult, but it wasn't here. Everyone was so kind and comforting. I got gf ravioli with vodka sauce and grilled chicken. That was days ago, and I'm still drooling over and talking about it. I got take out, and I will deff go back to experience eating in and an espresso martini (they looked delish). The food was light but flavorful and just absolutely remarkable.

Updating my review again here for Consiglios but this time I'm adding stars because we actually had…read moregreat service here this time! We had a great time on the patio and food was delicious. I got their lobster ravioli this time and was blown away. I also got their kiwi spritzer and the whole table wished they got my drink because it was that good! Wish I caught my servers name but she was young and so sweet to our party and my toddler. Will be happy to come back and see if the service is finally consistent because the food is always great!

Our group came to Encore to celebrate a birthday, we all came and left happy with our choice. We…read morewill definitely be making up excuses to come back here. It was the first time some of my group had experienced a pre fixed menu and it's safe to say they're sold. If you're celebrating anything special or even coming on a date or a time with family/friends this environment will 100% elevate the occasion. It's in a good area, the place is decent sized. I enjoyed that it wasn't huge because it wasn't at all overwhelming. The workers are very quick, helpful and resourceful. Everything from ordering the food on went very smooth. Not one mistake in our order and everyone enjoyed their meals. I felt that usually other places make small mistakes that make dinners go on forever but the night went so smooth that I was shocked. Thank you Encore team for a great time! PS: Dressing a little nicer than usual is recommended as I felt the place was classier than most.

We had a great evening here with Carlos as our server. We told the host it was my parents 30th…read moreanniversary & they kindly put candles & Happy Anniversary on a plate for them! So cute and definitely made this stand out to us. Thank you Carlos & staff, that was so kind of you! We all did the price fix menu which is a great buy - appetizer, salad, entree, & dessert for $49 each! The sauces were very flavorful & each course was delicious. Carlos brought over the bruschetta on the house while we waited for appetizers. Great espresso martini & the pom parade mocktail. Definitely will be returning. Gorgeous downstairs dining room & bar set up.