Bistro Mediterranean and Tapas Bar - East Haven

4.5

64 Reviews

$30 and under

Mediterranean

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2 people

17 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Romantic

The Bistro Mediterranean and Tapas Bar of East Haven, CT has a simple philosophy to provide an exceptional meal with superior service. We hope that every guest at the Bistro Mediterranean and Tapas Bar will enjoy the warm and relaxed Mediterranean-style atmosphere. As in the Spanish and Mediterranean countryside, we provide you a fine dining experience and attentive, leisurely service so you may take the time to enjoy your meal in pleasant surroundings. By using Spanish and Mediterranean influences, we delight in creating innovative dishes, using only the freshest ingredients in the Mediterranean style. Our dishes are not only a treat for your palette but also considered one of the best diets for your health.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:30–23:00
Phone number
(203) 467-2500
Website
https://www.bistromediterraneanandtapasbar.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
383 Main Street, East Haven, CT 06512
Area
New Haven
Parking details
Parking Lot parking
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Croquetas de Pollo
Chicken Croquettes served over Cilantro Aioli
Napoleon de Berengena
Fried Eggplant with Homemade Mozzarella, Beefsteak Tomatoes, and Basil Pesto
Gnochi a la Bolognese
Riccota Cheese Dumplings in a Bolognese Meat sauce
Piquillos del Dia
Spanish Piquillo Peppers Stuffed with Chef's Choice of the Day
Mejillones a la Estrella
P.E.I. Mussels, sautéed with Garlic, Olive Oil, Leeks, Tomatoes, Parsley, and Estrella Spanish Beer; Served with Parmesan Cheese Crostini
Calamares Fritos
Baby Squid, Seasoned with fresh Herbs and Flour, Deep Fried and served with a Marinara Sauce
Ensalada de Alcachofas
Artichokes Hearts, Fried and Tossed with Jalapeños, Cilantro, Olive Oil, Lemon juice, and Ricotta Salata cheese
Bruselas Salteadas
Whole Brussels Sprouts sautéed with Garlic, Olive Oil, White Beans, Serrano Ham, and Shrimps

Ensaladas

Ensalada Caesar
Caesar Salad with Anchovies, Tomatoes, Croutons, and Caesar Dressing. Add Chicken, Steak, Shrimp, Salmon for Additional Charges
Ensalada de la Casa
Mixed Greens with Endives, Homemade Balsamic Dressing and Topped with Gorgonzola Cheese
Ensalada de Espinaca con Pollo
Baby Spinach with Grilled Chicken, Bacon, Hard-Boiled Eggs, Raisins, and Sesame Oil-Clementine's Vinaigrette

Platos Principales

Churrasco Marinado
Marinated Skirt Steak Grilled and served with Vegetables, and Rioja Red Wine Reduction sauce
Pollo Milanese
Thin Chicken Breast, Breaded with Fresh Herbs, Pan Fried and Topped with Arugula Citrus Salad and Parmesan Cheese
Salmon a la Plancha
Wild Alaskan Salmon Grilled and served with Vegetables, and Lemon, Capers, Fresh Tomatoes, White Wine Sauce
Filete N.Y.
N.Y. Steak Grilled and served with French Fries, Vegetables, and Peppercorns-Shallots-Rioja-Red Wine Reduction Sauce
Risotto de Mariscos
Spanish Arborio Rice with, Shrimps, Bay Scallops, Calamares, Mussels, Clams, and Fish of the Day
Fetuccini de Mariscos
Homemade Fettuccini, with Shrimps, Bay Scallops, Calamares, Mussels, Clams, and Fish of the Day
Fritata
Traditional Frittata, with Spinach, Broccoli, Zucchini, Bell Peppers, Tomatoes, and Scallions in an Egg Batter
Tortilla Espanola
Traditional Spanish Omelets with Potatoes, Bell Peppers, and Onions

Sandwiches / Wraps

Pollo O Carne
Chicken or Beef in a Spinach Wrap with Roasted Bell Peppers, Mushrooms, Sautéed Onions, Basil Pesto; Served with Arugula Salad, and Cherry Hot Pepper Aioli
Panini de Pollo o Carne
French Baguette with Chicken or Steak, Portobello Mushrooms, Roasted Bell Peppers, Eggplant, Serrano Ham, Tetilla Cheese, and Herbs Butter; Served with French Fries
Hamburguesa Bistro
Bistro Burger Topped with Caramelized Onions, Gorgonzola Cheese, and Truffle Oil, Served with Fries or Salad

What 64 people are saying

Bistro Mediterranean and Tapas Bar - East Haven reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.4Value

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Bistro Mediterranean and Tapas Bar in East Haven offers a "wonderful dining experience" with consistently excellent food and attentive service. Highlights include outstanding octopus, flavorful NY Steak, and delicious seafood paella. The cozy atmosphere and live music create a perfect setting for special occasions or casual gatherings. Highly recommended for its neighborhood charm and variety.

64 Reviews

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caryl
New York City1 review
1.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Long wait despite reservation, waitstaff slow and rude, steak was tough, observed several tables walk out because of poor service.
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Cynthia
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 18 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service and food is always over the top. It’s a great place to go..
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Alphonse
Greater Boston60 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was very well prepared. Service attentive, but not overwhelming. Highly recommend for a very good meal.
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BostonBob VIP
Tampa18 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 June 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly attentive service and delicious food. Very generous servings. Sitting in the dining room is good for conversation with your table mates as it's separated from the bar by windows. We'll definitely return.
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GregW
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 June 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our first time eating at this restaurant and what a wonderful experience. We like to eat at the bar and the other diners were friendly and happy to share their experience as well. The paella was recommended by locals, so we ordered the seafood paella to share. The seafood was fresh, the rice was creamy, the food was piping hot, and all was prepared to order. We will definitely be back!
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OpenTable Diner
Raleigh1 review
2.0
Dined on 12 May 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Food was mediocre and under seasoned. The seafood risotto lacked salt and any kind of flavor and rice was undercooked. The paella had slightly more flavor but overpowered by bitterness of turmeric, which I suspect was used for the yellow color. Our server was also uncouth and made comments about how we should have ordered alcohol and something off the specials menu.
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Dudeman16
New York City7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 May 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
This place has been consistent for years, good food, attentive but not overly service, great for special occasion or just a few bites
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OpenTable Diner VIP
New York City54 reviews
3.0
Dined on 1 March 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Nice and cozy restaurant. Inside and outside seating. Good for special occasions or just a family dinner, food is good and they offer a lot of specials.
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DavidD
New York City4 reviews
4.0
Dined on 14 February 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very good. Very nice. Would recommend to everyone
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Murphy VIP
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 February 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have dined at the Bistro many times and there is a reason I keep coming back. The food is excellent, the service is great and it has a real neighborhood feel to it.
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Bistro Mediterranean and Tapas Bar - East Haven offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 467-2500.

Bistro Mediterranean and Tapas Bar - East Haven is rated 4.5 stars by 64 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

17 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 1 time today

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Google Map for Bistro Mediterranean and Tapas Bar - East Haven

383 Main Street, East Haven, CT 06512

Additional information

Area
New Haven
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:30–23:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking Lot parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.bistromediterraneanandtapasbar.com/
Phone number
(203) 467-2500

Bistro Mediterranean and Tapas Bar - East Haven

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About this restaurant

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Additional information

Tapas

Croquetas de Pollo

Napoleon de Berengena

Gnochi a la Bolognese

Piquillos del Dia

Mejillones a la Estrella

Calamares Fritos

Ensalada de Alcachofas

Bruselas Salteadas

Ensaladas

Ensalada Caesar

Ensalada de la Casa

Ensalada de Espinaca con Pollo

Platos Principales

Churrasco Marinado

Pollo Milanese

Salmon a la Plancha

Filete N.Y.

Risotto de Mariscos

Fetuccini de Mariscos

Fritata

Tortilla Espanola

Sandwiches / Wraps

Pollo O Carne

Panini de Pollo o Carne

Hamburguesa Bistro

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