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D'Amato's Seafood

4.3 (115 reviews)
ModerateSeafood Markets
Closed 11:00 am - 7:30 pm

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Lobster Roll, Calamari Order, New England Clam Chowder
Abigail C.

On the way to NYC I made an effort to stop in New England for a lobster roll; D'Amato's was highly rated in New Haven! There are two parts to the building- one side for takeout only and one side for dine-in. I ordered a lobster roll, side of calamari, and a cup of clam chowder. Oh my goodness...hands down the best lobster I've had in my life! The lobster was super fresh and served on a buttery fluffy roll. The "side" of calamari was huge, and also came with 2 pieces of toast. It wasn't greasy and the calamari was well-spiced. The clam chowder had generous clam bits and felt like a warm hug. To anyone who needs a good seafood fix- D'Amato's is the place!

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Jasmeet M.

I can't believe I never came here sooner! I met Heidi who is exceptional! She helped me plan out my meal so I could try as much as possible. The clam strips with seasoned well and were super fresh. They paired well with their amazing tartar sauce. I got the 1/2 and 1/2, French fries and onion rings also seasoned very well, fresh and crispy. The lobster roll was on a soft, buttered, toasted bun, a squeeze of lemon and I was in heaven. The outdoor seating is great.. can't wait to go back!

Whole belly fried clam platter came

Ordered whole clam Platter several times and it's always good but this last time it was more toast fries and onion rings than clams very disappointed in the little amount of clams

Fried clam strip platter
Walter T.

Excellent fried clam strips. The platter is very generous and enough for two people or one very hungry Yale student. Food came shortly after order. The dining area is spartan and a bit cool in winter., but we came for the food. Staff was friendly.

Kyle S.

Great spot for fried seafood. Friendly service, she recommended the fried shrimp, which was crispy, tasty, and tender-- about 6 with the lunch special. Fries were actually potato wedges (yum). Onion rings were lightly breaded more like onion straws. Fried catfish was so flaky and delicate. Tartar sauce was yummy. I didn't ask my friend how the hot dog was but there was no evidence of it so it must have been good. Chowder was hearty and thick.

Christopher N.

My first lobster roll since moving to Connecticut! Great taste -- wish the serving sizes looked more like the other reviews photos though.

crab cake and shrimp mixed platter
Jay N.

Delicately fried not greasy at all! I really appreciate the fact that the dine in side did not smell like grease. 10/10

Order history of online orders.  There were placed via phone !

Service always friendly. I would drive 40 minutes one way at least twice a month. Food tasty and fresh. It all came to a halt last summer when I dined in with my family and saw a dead roach. I couldn't finish my meal. They say shrimp are the roaches of the sea, and still I cannot bring myself to eat at an establishment with roaches. Best of luck to you. Hope you get the bug problem straightened out. Absolutely not false! Actual paying customer. The dead critter was on the take out dine in side on the left side of the building. The dead roach was by the garbage cans in front of the register. Have absolutely no reason to lie on a business. I am surprised this was the only review that mentioned it. But maybe you contacted yelp on those to get deleted.

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Susan G.

Nice place to eat with very fresh lobster rolls! The lobster rolls only had 2 pieces of that pointy ended, rubbery, foam-like end-of-the-claw pieces I don't like. It was full of very fresh and perfectly cooked claw and knuckle meat. The platter came with your choice of french fries or onion rings. We got the onion rings, which I have to tell you were The Best, freshly made onion rings we've had in quite a while. We'd actually ordered them, hoping they wouldn't be that good so we'd be able to have one or two and be done! :) But they were clearly made fresh and the batter was perfectly light... to die for! We polished off the entire basket, not meaning to. If they use the same batter for their other fried seafood, I bet it's also amazingly delicious. The coleslaw tasted fresh and was delicious too.

Combo for 2, Lobster Bisque and Fish &Chips

The food was awesome and portions were amazing. If you are looking for good food, great price this is the place!

Clam strip platter
Elizabeth R.

My go-to seafood shack on the coast changed hands, receiving subsequent questionable reviews that make me reluctant to go back right away, so I've been in search of the next-best fried clam strips in the area. Strips with a good crunch, light breading, and of course great clam flavor. After trying a few places around the greater New Haven area, I think I've found the winner! D'Amato's clam strips are damn near perfect. They're crunchy, not overly breaded, and the seasoning is on point. I didn't even have to add salt (and I add salt to everything). I really can't think of anything I'd change. The food came out quick, and the staff was super friendly too. This might be my new regular summer spot for fried seafood deliciousness.

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Warm lobster roll was good. Fried scallops and whole belly clam were fried well, but had too much batter for my taste.

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Stowe's Seafood - This lobster roll had mostly claw pieces

Stowe's Seafood

4.2(488 reviews)
4.1 mi
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We drove an hour to bring relatives here because it was so good the last couple times…read more But somehow the seafood quality already changed. .. maybe different chef ? The new England chowder was water down, even taste a bit sour...(That's strange for clam chowder).. someone dropped a lemon by mistake? .. Fried scallops and fried clam strip no longer taste the same, not as fresh and sweet. Scallops texture is kinda hard to describe but different. .. Fried fish batter was too thick and fish is very dry and bland this time We also has lobster roll it's just ok.... At the end we didn't want to eat anymore Last time when i order, i order everything individually...this time i kept being told combo is $1 different and you get all fries to come with. Don't try the bathroom out there, not very nice. We didn't eat all the food and relatives are not happy with the meal ... So after sharing the feedback they kindly gave us a seafood chowder (thank you)..... The soup is creamy and better than the clam chowder although the seafood is overcooked. We missed the good version clam chowder here ... We are just very disappointed about the change of quality although i understand it's hard to keep the consistency.

After a spending most of the day walking around New Haven I decided I wanted to have a lobster…read moreroll. Some quick Googles led me to Stowe's. It's situated right across from the beach and they have their own parking lot which is always a plus. It's got a pirate theme going on and there's pirate-related decor all over the place. Definitely feels like a hole in the wall. I went around 5PM and the place was pretty busy. Plenty of patrons eating outside and a bunch more waiting to take their orders to-go. Actually, technically every order is a to-go order. You go up to the counter and order what you want and they give you a buzzer that lets you know when your food is ready. Whether you choose to sit at the tables outside is up to you. But everything comes packaged in takeout containers. Service was quick and friendly. CASH ONLY. They do have an ATM though. I ordered a lobster roll, soft shell crab sandwich, clam chowder, and lobster bisque. Everything was pretty good but the sandwiches were a bit pricey. On the menu they're listed as market price and apparently lobster rolls were $22 and soft shell crab sandwiches were $17 that day. We had the soups first since they were ready immediately. The lobster bisque was ok, but a bit too creamy for my taste. I found myself tiring of the taste after several spoonfuls. I much preferred the clam chowder. It had a great consistency and it was served at a perfect temperature. The flavor was on point as well. I really enjoyed the clam chowder. The lobster roll was good, but not great. To be fair, I'm not a huge fan of lobster so take my opinion with a grain of salt. The lobster was fresh, but I found it to be a little bland. I got the sauteed roll, maybe I should've tried the fried. I really liked the soft shell crab sandwich. It literally looked like they took a whole crab and deep fried it then put it in a bun. It worked though. I especially liked it with the tartar sauce. If you're a fan of seafood, you'll like this place.

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Always awesome to have seafood overlooking the ocean!

CitySeed Farmer's Markets - Bread from Sono Baking

CitySeed Farmer's Markets

4.5(31 reviews)
3.1 mi
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The City Seed Farmers Market near Wooster Square in New Haven is one of my favorite CT Farmer's…read moreMarkets. They have have great farms that have the best in season produce. They have other cool vendors like Ideal Fish, Jitter Bus Coffee, Olmo Bagel, Seacoast Mushrooms, Mystic Cheese, G Cafe and more. You can cover a lot of culinary ground with just one visit. The Wooster Square market is open on Saturday mornings. It's easy to access from 91 South. Check for other locations of the market too. Five Stars

CitySeed's Wooster Sq farmers market runs on Saturdays from 9am-1pm in the summer and is located in…read morethe Conte West Hills middle school parking lot. Parking is easy to find. It's an amazing place to stock up on weekly produce, grab brunch/pastries/coffee with friends, and dog-watch! On some days, there's even live music/performers. Vendors vary week by week but there's usually a good variety of seasonal produce, baked goods, prepared foods, coffee, local honey, dairy, eggs, and meats. Personal favorites: The fruit from woodland farm is amazing - they had samples of their plums and after trying one, I had to buy a pint! Other stands I find myself going back to are Seacoast Mushrooms (great variety and mushrooms are so flavorful!), Sono baking (delicious pastries and English muffins), and the jitter bus (excellent coffee to sip on as you're browsing the market).

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Kevin's Seafood - Side order of shrimp...

Kevin's Seafood

4.2(69 reviews)
2.0 mi
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UPDATE: It is with great sorrow to report Kevin's is officially closed :(…read more I have been coming to Kevin's Seafood since 1995, and it remains a foundational part of my dinner routine. When you want high-quality fish that hits the mark every time, this is the definitive New Haven spot. It's a no-frills, reliable establishment that respects the craft of fresh seafood. The fish is consistently fresh and prepared with the kind of precision you only get from a place that's been a staple for decades. It is the perfect anchor for a "two-stop" dinner; the move is to grab your fish here and then head over to Sandra's Next Generation for a Miguel veggie plate. The environment is straightforward, focusing entirely on the quality of the product rather than unnecessary fluff. Pairing a meal from here with the sides from Sandra's is the ultimate local hack. It's an elite combination that delivers the best soul food and seafood experience in the Elm.

Omg!! I've been waiting to find a fish camp style restaurant since moving to Connecticut/NY and…read morewhen I tell you that Kevin's is the stop of choice for a good ole southern style seafood restaurant!! I had the fish and shrimp combination plate and it was amazing and seasoned to perfection with the fries and onion rings!! The portions are ridiculously great and its definitely more bang ‼ for your buck!!! They also have amazing desserts from Hanna pudding, apple crumble cheese cake and more!!! If I were you I would get in a hurry and claim your dinner!!! Don't just take my word for it put your taste buds to the test!!! You will also be glad that the service is swift and efficient!! Such nice people even when I called in the order and asked questions!! Kevin's, your 5 stars in my book!!! It's a two thumbs up from the Butler Brand Review!! I'm still full just thinking about your amazingly prepared food!! Dig in folks!! And tell them I sent ya!!!

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Kevin's Seafood Inside ordering counter.

P and M Fine Foods - "High Heat" (Margherita w/ cherry peppers & hot honey)

P and M Fine Foods

4.1(127 reviews)
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Call me impressed! I thought this was going to be just another decent lunch spot in New Haven but…read moreit was so much more than that. I ordered the broccoli rabe and sausage hero with mozzarella. The hero was filled to the brim with the broccoli rabe, which was juicy and tender and delicious! The sausage complimented the greens perfectly, and the mozzarella was the perfect finishing touch. This was one great sandwich! Highly recommend!

P&M Fine Foods is an Italian market, delicatessen and catering company that opened in Branford,…read moreConnecticut in 1985. It was founded by husband and wife Mario & Maria Ciccone. The Ciccone family has origins from Naples, Italy. The family-owned market specializes in fresh produce, freshly baked breads, prepared dishes, various Italian imports, and catering services. In 2009, the Ciccone family purchased the Orange Street Market in New Haven's East rock neighborhood and turned it into P&M's second location. A third location opened in Hamden in 2022, but it closed down the following year. In recent years, Mario & Maria have taken a step back and let their sons Bruno and Joseph "Pino" take over. Bruno handles business at the original Branford location while Pino runs things at the New Haven location. Pino also owns Enoteca Cassanova (a liquor store), which is right next to the New Haven location. My family and I just visited P&M Orange Street Market for the first time. This was our first visit to either of P&M's locations. We really liked the market which featured a lot of great fresh foods, prepared dishes, and other products. But the main reason we came to P&M was for their pizza! Beginning in 2024, P&M began hosting "Pizza on the Patio" every Wednesday from 4-8pm throughout the warmer months. Their pizza trailer parks in front of the storefront and slings up delicious wood-fired pies. The chalkboard menu changes up every week, depending on which ingredients are fresh and available. After looking over the menu, we ordered and shared a "Cheese Pizza", the "High Heat" (Margherita w/ cherry peppers & hot honey), and "The Charmer" (circular panini w/ burrata, mortadella, arugula, cherry tomatoes, topped w/ EVOO, balsamic glaze & crushed pistachios). Holy moly! This pizza was fantastic! Excellent sauce and just the right amount of char around the edges of the crust (which you don't always see with wood-fired pizza). All of the toppings tasted super fresh too! "The Charmer", which was essentially a panini-pizza hybrid, was very interesting. The friendly staff told us that it was the first time it was ever featured on the menu. We really enjoyed our experience at P&M Orange Street Market and hope to return for another pizza night soon!

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P and M Fine Foods - "The Charmer" (circular panini w/ burrata, mortadella, arugula, cherry tomatoes, topped w/ EVOO, balsamic glaze & crushed pistachios)

"The Charmer" (circular panini w/ burrata, mortadella, arugula, cherry tomatoes, topped w/ EVOO, balsamic glaze & crushed pistachios)

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