Bites Nearby: Mickey's Restaurant and Bar

, located at 2323 Whitney Ave., has been a part of Hamden’s restaurant scene for the last five years. Owner Mickey Josephs has been in the culinary industry for more than 15 years, having owned several other restaurants in the tri-state area. Mickey’s is truly a place where you can go for an elegant evening out with family or have a good time after work with friends.

The menu is diverse with global cuisines to please the palate. Their Mediterranean menu offers such authentic dishes as Salmon Marrakesh. Their Italian pasta favorites include Linguine Pescatore or chose from American dishes like New York Strip for a traditional taste.

All food is prepared daily with fresh ingredients. Mickey’s offers a long menu rich with soups, salads, seafood’s, with many delights to create a real dining experience or casual eating. Mickey’s wine list has something for everyone. From simple tastes to experienced wine drinkers, a wine for any dish.

They offer a private back room for baby showers, birthday parties or any other special celebration, private or corporate. They also offer Happy Hour in their cocktail lounge for a casual after work setting to relax and socialize.

Mickey’s has regular special events. Come and join their Tip-a-Cop event on June 2 from 5 – 9, and help benefit Special Olympics.

Mickey Josephs has been featured in New Haven and Play magazines, as well as the New York Times. He has also made an appearance on WTNH channel 8 featuring Prosciutto Wrapped Tuna with Basil Infused Mashed Potatoes and Saffron VIN Blanc. Come and experience what many others have.

For more information visit www.mickeysgroup.com

Cuisine: Mediterranean, Italian and American

Accessibility: Entrance is at street level

Hours: Lunch: Mon – Sat, 11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.; happy hour: Mon – Fri, 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.; dinner: Mon – Thu, 4 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., Fri and Sat, 4 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

Special Events: Yes

Atmosphere: Casual

Contact: Tel: 203-288-4700, Fax 203-288-4727