This year, Valentine’s Day falls on the busiest dining night of the week: Saturday. In New Haven, reservations across the city will fill quickly.
Take it from your friends at Info New Haven, the team behind Restaurant Week, if Saturday night is your goal, book early. If it isn’t, think about the weekend.
Friday night dinner, Saturday lunch, or Sunday brunch give you more chances to land the table, timing, and setting you want.
Here are six spots that show the range of Valentine’s Day dining options across the city.
Caffe Bravo • East Rock Neighborhood
Caffe Bravo serves Southern Italian cuisine with a focus on house-made pasta and classic regional dishes.
Vibe: Warm neighborhood favorite
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Heirloom • Chapel West
Heirloom offers seasonal, farm-and-coastal cuisine built around New England ingredients.
Vibe: Relaxed and understated
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Olea • Downtown
Olea delivers an innovative interpretation of Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine.
Vibe: Modern and elevated
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ROLi • Wooster Square
ROLi features modern European cuisine inspired by the chef’s heritage and travels.
Vibe: Vibrant and eclectic
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Shell & Bones Oyster Bar & Grill • City Point
Shell & Bones focuses on seafood, steak, and raw bar offerings made wih fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Vibe: Scenic and lively
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Union League Café • Downtown
Union League Café blends French classical traditions with contemporary flavors and seasonal ingredients.
Vibe: Elegant and refined
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No matter how you choose to dine, planning ahead gives you more choice. Explore our complete dining directory here.
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