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1. Harvest Wine Bar and Restaurant - New Haven
4.6
Exceptional(278)
Price: Expensive
• American • New Haven
Booked 6 times today
Delight in the taste of customary American cuisine with a twist at Harvest Wine Bar. Harvest's menu features dishes, such as grilled calamari and lobster macaroni and cheese. Some of its main entrées range between seared sea scallops, as well as filet mignon with truffle mashed potatoes and roasted brussels sprouts with red wine demi-glace. At Harvest, guests can also enjoy different drinks for every course of the meal. It is also a great place for date night.$25 lunch 2 course pre fixe Live Jazz every Thursday 7-9PMWeekend Brunch Sat & Sun 11:30-3PMWine Specials Sunday & Wednesday
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2. ZINC New Haven
4.7
Exceptional(2969)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • New Haven
Booked 8 times today
Across from the historic New Haven Green, ZINC offers an innovative seed-to-plate menu that celebrates the surrounding community. Sustainable food has been the focus of ZINC since opening its doors in 1999 and has helped earn our place as a fixture in the downtown landscape. Our modern interpretation of “American Food” is local market inspired and globally infused with a focus on sustainable food, offering a dining experience fit for the most enthusiastic of foodies. ZINC offers a Wine Spectator award-winning wine menu.
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3. Te Amo Tequila Bar & Tacos
4.4
Awesome(344)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • New Haven
Booked 7 times today
Te Amo Tequila Bar & Tacos ( translation: I Love Tequila) is a modern Mexican restaurant and tequila bar featuring delicious tequila cocktails, and a completely unique taco experience. Whether you are going out for happy hour, date night or late night partying, the sophisticated atmosphere combined with two fully stocked bars & open kitchen will have you loving Te Amo. Located adjacent to the New Haven green, across from the Omni Hotel and through the plaza from the Shubert Theater.Noteworthy: Margaritas flights, flaming queso, one of a kind tacos, summer terrasse diningNot finding your available time? Check out our sister locations Barracuda Bistro & Bar & 80 PROOF American Kitchen & Bar (also on open table)
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4. Jack's Bar & Steakhouse
4.0
Excellent(663)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • New Haven
Booked 1 time today
Jack’s Bar and Steakhouse offers its customers sophisticated, gourmet dining, conveniently located in the heart of New Haven. Known for their incomparable USDA Prime grade steaks with equal parts perfect char and mouthwatering tenderness, each bite rewards diners with unsurpassed flavor and quality, in no small part due to their infrared broiler and their unfailing commitment to source only the best and juiciest cuts. Jack’s strives to provide an unsurpassed fine dining experience, in the kind of warm and welcoming environment one expects from a family-owned restaurant. While steaks anchor the menu, the cuisine is diverse and dynamic, keeping customers returning time and again to enjoy a favorite staple item or sample a delicious new addition.-- --
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5. Pacifico - New Haven, CT
4.6
Exceptional(1411)
Price: Moderate
• Latin / Spanish • New Haven
Booked 3 times today
We are located in the heart of downtown New Haven NY times, Zagat, Hartford Courant rated, featuring extraordinary Nuevo-Latino cuisine. Along with traditional tapas, some of our signature dishes include Seafood Paella, Skirt Steak with Chino-Latino stir fried rice, Caramelized Salmon and Dulce de Leche Cheesecake. Among some other favorites are our Sangria and award winning Mojitos (Best Mojito – CT Magazine) which will surely liven your day.
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6. Siena New Haven
4.4
Awesome(235)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • New Haven
Booked 3 times today
Located inside The Blake Hotel, welcome to Siena New Haven... a bridge where Italian tradition meets modern contemporary flare. Antipasti, artisanal crostini, from scratch pasta, and so much more available to you. Our menu features a carefully curated cocktail program and extensive wine list. Siena New Haven is located on the lobby floor. Guests can also visit the High George by Siena - New Haven's premiere rooftop bar, located on the 6th floor and open year round. It is outfitted with a full bar and lighter food options. High George by Siena Rooftop is open Thursday through Saturday. Reservations are recommended, but not required. We are open to the public and available for semi-private and private events.
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7. olea - New Haven
4.8
Exceptional(1401)
Price: Very Expensive
• Spanish • New Haven
Booked 11 times today
In the heart of downtown New Haven, Connecticut, Olea offers an innovative interpretation of Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine. Chef Manuel Romero and his team explore these flavors in their food, wine, and cocktails, locally sourcing many products and importing specialty items from the Mediterranean region.
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8. South Bay
4.5
Awesome(443)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • New Haven
Booked 2 times today
South Bay is a fantastic spot for a date night, as mentioned in multiple reviews. With its warm and welcoming ambiance, excellent food, and top-notch service, it's the perfect place for a relaxed and chill night out. The extensive wine list adds an extra touch of sophistication. It's the perfect place for a romantic dinner or just a casual night out with your loved one.
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9. The Luke Brasserie Bar & Cafe
4.9
Exceptional(331)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary French / American • New Haven
Booked 5 times today
Chef Vincent is excited to bring a dynamic contemporary brasserie experience to New Haven.Chef Vincent has worked with such culinary giants as: Charlie Trotter, Daniel Boloud, Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Marcus Samuellson, Rocco Dispirito, Georges Blanc, Paul Bocuse, Michel Geurard, and Stephen Starr.
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10. Olives and Oil
4.4
Awesome(211)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • New Haven
Booked 11 times today
Brought to you by the team at Elm City Social, Olives and Oil explores Chef John Brennan's modern take on rustic Italian cuisine, wine, and life in a vintage setting.What you'll find inside: fresh ingredients, small plates, brick oven-fired pizza, and a delicious raw bar.Serving lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch!

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Discover best date night restaurants in New Haven

Experience the charm and romance of New Haven's dining scene with our curated selection of restaurants perfect for a date night in Connecticut. Each venue offers a unique blend of ambiance and cuisine that promises to make your evening special. From cozy, intimate settings to sophisticated spaces with gourmet menus, there's a perfect spot for every couple looking to create memorable moments. These restaurants are renowned for their exceptional service, ensuring that your dining experience is seamless and enjoyable. Moreover, the culinary variety caters to all tastes, featuring everything from traditional American dishes to exotic international flavors. New Haven itself is known for its vibrant restaurant culture, making it an ideal destination for food lovers and romantic adventurers alike. Choose any of these top-rated spots to guarantee a delightful and romantic evening in New Haven.

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