Seriously? $29 for a butterflied chicken breast? I was hoping that we might be able to feed two of…read moreus with us, but it's not even enough for one of us. No bread included? And a small container of soup that was just chicken broth with six tortellini in it.

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.

Nice place and workers. Prices good, service good, but I gave it a 3 since the reviews I read…read moresaid crispy crust. Tasty, but floppy pizza.

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.

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!

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.

Mario was so welcoming. Beautiful restaurant with homemade pasta and Italian hospitality. Fiori…read moredi zucca were fresh and perfectly stuffed with a delicious tomato sauce. The star was the signature short rib pasta. My partner enjoyed the pasta bolognese with gluten-free spaghetti. Generous portions.

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!

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.

I chose Consiglio's for my birthday dinner, and I really couldn't have made a better choice! Four…read moreof us visited for 12:30pm on a Friday, so it made for a quieter day on Wooster Street. Our waitress was friendly, and I can't get over how delicious the food was. So many great homemade pastas, and everything was clearly made from quality ingredients. The braciola was so tender, and I really enjoyed their vodka sauce. Great drinks and desserts as well! Our family left impressed and full. A classy place without being pretentious. We will absolutely be back and will keep it in mind for more special occasions!

We ordered the panacotte (escarole and beans), but the order only had few cannellini beans and…read morepoorly washed (sandy) escarole. Despite not being crowded, service was very slow. Eggplant rollatini ok, but ratio of ricotta to eggplant was overwhelming. Decent meatballs.