24 Restaurant In 8 Neighborhoods: New Haven Restaurant Week Returns Nov. 1-14

The lineup reflects the breadth of the dining scene, with cuisines ranging from Italian and Belgian-French to Indian.

After 20 Years In Business, New Haven's Beloved SoNo Baking Company Closing

SoNo, for South Norwalk, announced on Instagram that after two decades, it's shuttering effective Nov. 1.

Popular Italian-Inspired Eatery Casanova-New Haven Closes Its 'Doors For Good:' Owners

Co-owned by executive chef Joseph Iannaccone and general manager Giuseppe Passeggio, Casanova New Haven was part of the Shops at Yale group.

Many New Haven Eateries Are CT Restaurant & Hospitality Association's 2026 ‘Crazies' Awards Finalists

The Luke Brasserie & Bar and ROLi nominated for Restaurant of the Year and Little Lotus is a finalist in the Restaurant Newcomer category.

Manjares Closes; Farewell Event Scheduled For Wednesday

The restaurant plans to auction off its furniture and fixtures later this month.

80 Proof Might Sound Like Cocktails. Think Brunch.

With its 6-day-a-week 'Place To Brunch,' 80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar on Crown Street, brunch aficionados don't need to wait till Sunday.

Popular New Haven Restaurant Closing After 18 Years

"This may not be goodbye forever—but it is goodbye to this location and the end of a beautiful chapter," the owners said.

Havenly To Close Temple Cafe

The eatery’s co-executive directors announced the closure “with a heavy heart.”

It's Wonderful News: Wonder Food Hall Has Its Grand Opening On Elm Street Thursday

Menus include Sweetbird by Chef Marcus Samuelsson, Royal Greens, Tejas Barbecue, Detroit Brick Pizza Co., Yasas by Michael Symon, Limesalt.

Yemeni Eatery, M2 Mocha Café, Opens Wednesday On Ashmun Street, With Fanfare, Tastings,

Café serves Yemeni aromatic Mufawar coffee blends made with cardamom and cream, pastries like sabaya, and sandwiches like grilled halloumi.

Shops at Yale's Appetizer & Dessert Crawls Are Back: Tastings at 14 Downtown Restaurants, First is April 18

Proceeds go to CitySeed, Robin I. Kroogman New Haven Animal Shelter, Greater New Haven Arts Council, United Way of Greater New Haven.

Spring 2026 New Haven Restaurant Week Features 23 Restaurants Across 8 Neighborhoods

From March 15-28, diners enjoy limited-time prix fixe lunch, dinner menus "designed to deliver value while spotlighting talent/creativity."

This CT Restaurant Among Top 100 In U.S., Yelp Says

The reviews site recently released its best restaurants list for 2026.

Legendary CT Pizzeria Among Best Pizza Spots Outside Of NY And Chicago, National Geographic Says

Only seven pizzerias made the list, including a legendary spot from Connecticut, the "pizza capital of the U.S."

After 21 Years In Business, Skappo Italian Restaurant On Crown Street Shutters In December

But the Skappo family noted in messages of gratitude to its customers and the community that its journey has not yet ended. Stay tuned.

Colloquially Known As Nuggets, Nuggets, Nuggets, Garden Catering Downtown Shutters After 7 Years

"Bummerino, their chicken nuggets rock," a social media user said. The chicken joint closed its Chapel St., store doors for good Saturday.

Not Ah-Beetz: 'Detroit-ish' Style Pizza Spot Bobbi's Hopes To Grab A Slice Of New Haven's Pizza Market

Owner of Bobbi's "bold, square" pizza, said: "We’re not trying to replace New Haven apizza, we’re celebrating pizza in a different form."

Hollywood Icon Drops By New Haven Pizzeria

A Hollywood icon stopped by a local pizza shop in New Haven over the weekend.

New Haven Eateries Among Honorees, Finalists For CT Restaurant Association 2025 'Crazies' Awards

Restaurant Newcomers: ROLi. New Haven County Restaurant of Year: Fair Haven Oyster Co., Gioia Cafe & Bar, and Hachiroku Shokudo & Sake Bar.

Here's Where To Grab The Best Slice Of Pizza In CT: Food Network

You know where to find the finest pizza pie in Connecticut, but the best slices play on a whole different level…

Eatery 'Little Lotus' Opens On Pequonnock Yacht Club Campus In New Haven's Historic City Point Neighborhood

Founded by husband-and-wife Larry and Nia, and home to globally trained chefs, Little Lotus blends deep local roots with bold, modern fusion

Hey Foodies, New Restaurant Alert: Check Out Italian-Inspired Casanova New Haven

New Haven native chef Joseph Iannaccone worked at Michelin-rated eateries including The French Laundry, Le Bernardin, Crown Shy, and Vestry.

Frank Pepe Pizzeria To Close Temporarily In New Haven, Here's Why That Is Happening

Don't worry, the closing is just for one day. Here's when the beloved pizzeria will close and then reopen.

Eatery Sweetgreen, With 250 Locations Nationwide, Opens In New Haven

The June 17 ribbon cutting at 1 Broadway has giveaways for first 100 customers, including art prints, Pizza Grow Kits, and Sweetgreen totes.

Shah’s Halal Food Brings Middle East Flavor To Downtown New Haven

Established in Queens, NY in 2005 with a single food cart serving up family recipes, Shah’s Halal has grown to more than 90 restaurants.

Fondue But Not Forgotten: 70s Food Fad An 'Event' At The Melting Pot

Set to open May 16, The Melting Pot, founded in FL in 1975, is a fondue dining event, owners say. Each table has an induction cooktop.

House Of Chao Closes After 52 Years

“House of Chao is an institution here… it’s a big loss for the neighborhood,” a customer said.

The Ribbon Is Cut, Now Go Eat Fresh At Farm Belly Cafe In Fair Haven

A breakfast, brunch café owned by chef Meg Fama began as a busy food truck, is now a brick-and-mortar restaurant near the Quinnipiac River.

Come And Get It: New Haven Restaurant Week Returns April 6-11

The city’s longest-running dining celebration offers deals at 23 restaurants featuring prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus.

New Haven Eatery Ranked Among Top Italian Restaurants In The World

Strega in New Haven recently received Gambero Rosso’s 2025 Top Italian Restaurant award, recognizing it as "one of the best in the world."

Downtown Food Crawls Back For 2025, Benefiting New Haven Nonprofits

Set for April 26, June 7, and August 2, Appetizer & Dessert Crawls: Explore downtown New Haven’s diverse food scene, support local causes.

Pizza Celebrated, Again

National Pizza Day is on Sunday, but “we all know who has already won the pizza bowl: New Haven, Connecticut,” Mayor Justin Elicker said.

Like Pop-Up But Better, Gioia To Open Nostalgic Italian Eatery On Roof

Jan. 31-April 27, 'The Red Sauce Joint by Gioia's,' nostalgic theme has red/white checkered tables, Chianti bottles, classic Italian menu.

Eatery Sweetgreen Opens In 2025 In Shops At Yale Location, 1 Broadway

Mission-driven Sweetgreen, created by 3 college students in 2007, is among most-requested restaurants in residents and Yale student surveys.

Grand Reopening Of Barracuda Bistro & Bar Celebration Thursday

The Latin American gastro bar is also celebrating its 10th anniversary in the new location, 196 Crown St., starting Thursday at 5 p.m.

Eat Up: New Haven Restaurant Week Is Back, Dishing It Up In 16th Year

New Haven's longest-running foodie festival, which runs Oct. 6-11, features dining offerings from 24 of the city’s top restaurants.

Not A Secret Anymore: Frank Pepe's Special Fall Apizza Debuts Monday

Just for the record, the Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana​ ​special pie for Fall does not have pumpkin spice as an ingredient (thankfully.)

Change In The Air Foundation's Beer Garden Serves 31 Nights Of Summer

CITA Park, open weekends now to Oct. 31, gives Black, Brown brewers space to showcase their craft, brews, also features music, food and art.

Hold The Ketchup: National Hamburger Day Celebrated At Louis' Lunch

Birthplace of the hamburger and one of CT's oldest, family-run businesses was a perfect burger joint to celebrate National Hamburger Day.

Sushi On Chapel Closes As Owner Retires, Korean Eatery Signs Lease

After 16 years in business, Sushi on Chapel in downtown New Haven closed its doors, but a Korean eatery will take its place later this year.

American Barbecue Styles: A State-By-State Guide

Meat expert Johnny Prime breaks down the country's distinct barbecue styles, from Kansas City burnt ends to North Carolina pulled pork.

The Secrets To Crafting A Great Burger

NYC meat expert Johnny Prime is here to help you step up your burger game this summer.