Hot Murga

4.7 (84 reviews)

ModerateIndian, Chicken Shop, Sandwiches

Open • 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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Wilsy A.

My first time here was back in November. I can't believe this was in my drafts for so long. If you really like Indian food, fried chicken, & good eats overall - this is a spot for you. This place's aesthetic is cool, ambiance is friendly, & the location is great. The lil Murga sliders were juicy, had a lovely crunch from the veggies, & were very tasty. I can't say enough about these, a must for sure! I'm a potato bun gal, so for me it just truly made it even better. The Murga Masala sandwich was still crispy even though it was coated very nicely in their Tikka Masala sauce. The mint chutney elevated it for me, I've never had a sandwich like this. I devoured that juicy Indian fried chicken sandwich. I love dips and was curious to try their coconut chutney, because I love coconut. I dipped my fries in that as well as their mint chutney to taste them alone & I don't regret it. I would've taken a bottle of each home if I could lol! One of the main stars of the show was their Badmaash's Mac & Cheese. Creamy, cheesy, & the nice crispy chicken on top made it all the better as if everything else wasn't already so delicious. I legit had some leftover & the next day it still tasted super yummy. I've never had mango lassi before or any lassi for that matter & I can say it was enjoyable. It's definitely a drink I think best drunk cold, had the right amount of sour touch to it. I truly enjoyed everything! I can't wait to visit them again soon, to try more of their other items. Their staff is also very nice, can't go wrong with anything on the menu!

Scott K.

First learned about this place during a Yelp Elite event they held and I have been back a few times since then. It's a unique eatery with an Indian-based menu, but not really the same food you'd find in an Indian restaurant. It's not really fast-food, but somewhere in between. The food is always made fresh and the flavors are excellent. As a pescatarian, I can only comment on the non-meat items, but I've had just about all of them and they never disappoint. You can take out, which most seem to do, or eat in. The space is very bright and clean. I've done both.

Rladbwls K.

go to cheat day food. something bout that murga sauce... two piece tenders + toast is plenty for a meal. the loaded mac n cheese is a treat to share !!

Kristen V.

Really enjoyed our meal at Hot Murga. Its a great American/Indian fusion restaurant with many options - hot chicken sandwich, fries, rice bowls etc. It is a fast casual restaurant; with dine in and take out. Parking is street parking. The food is genuinely delicious; a cool blend of spices in the dishes. Do not miss the murga sauce (its an option for most dishes!) and the cardamom cheesecake ice cream; I still think about this ice cream. SO good.

Rice bowl, chicken Murga and Waffles, Masala Fries with chicken

Nicole F.

Order and pay at the counter prior to receiving your meal. New to New Haven another hot chicken restaurant but with an Indian flare. We came at an off time so there was only one other party located in the restaurant. I think most order take out from here although there are a few tables inside to sit at which we did. We each ordered a mango lassi which was very refreshing and helped cool off the spice. The menu is simple but with lots of opportunities to customize. From salad and rice bowls to sandwiches to chicken and waffles they have it. I ordered a chicken rice bowl, that came with a ¼ sized pita bread, coleslaw and pickled onions. They have many different sauces you can add onto your meal, the server wasn't that clear on what each of the sauces were, I played it safe and got the "spiced ranch" which tasted mostly like mayo. Others in my party ordered the chicken and waffles and the French fry chicken bowl. Paid street parking is available out front.

Jon B.

I was pleasantly surprised by this place. I love Indian food and after seeing the posts on Instagram this place looked like an interesting visit. I had a chance to stop by over the weekend and I must say the food here is amazing. I love the concept of chicken with an Indian flair, and man this place did not disappoint. I had the regular sliders and everything was on point, from the warmth of the potato rolls, the tenderness of the chicken with its slight kick (got mine mild), the sauce, etc. It was just the best sliders I ever had. I will be here again next time I'm in town. The place is relatively small with a few tables in an area close to Yale. It is nice inside, clean and the design around the place is pretty neat. Can't wait to be in new haven again to go check this place.

Mina B.

I think this place is just ok. It definitely has great appeal but the execution of the food is just not that good. The chicken was not really seasoned so they rely heavily on their sauces to make up for the lack of flavor. The chicken itself was very meaty which I like but it kind of stopped there. The mac n cheese side dish is just flat out pathetic, maybe the worst I've had. That dish alone brought the entire score down overall. Food rating: Murga Masala Chicken Sandwich: 6.6 Masala Fries: 7.1 Spiced mac n cheese: 2.1 Several dipping sauces: all above an 8 I wouldn't try this place again though.

Matthew L.

Hot Murga is a fast-casual Indian fusion restaurant that opened in New Haven, Connecticut in May 2023. It was founded by Rupinder "Romy" Singh. No strangers to the restaurant business, the Singh Family has been in the local restaurant business for several years. Romy's father Indi Singh owns Sitar, while his brother Harinder "Harry" Singh owns House of Naan. Before getting into the restaurant business, Romy was a lymphoma researcher at Yale University. He later realized that food was his true passion; it allowed him to get creative. In the fall of 2020, he and Harry co-opened Pataka: a fast-casual Indian street food restaurant. Although successful, the brothers closed Pataka two years later when they got the opportunity to relocate it to Queens, NYC. Romy came up with a new restaurant concept to fill the same space once occupied by Pataka. Inspired by a family trip to Tennessee, Romy came up with the idea to open a Nashville Hot Chicken restaurant that featured an Indian spin. He named the new venture "Hot Murga" which means "Hot Rooster". All of the chicken used for the dishes is 100% Certified Halal. My wife and I recently stopped at Hot Murga for lunch. We had heard nothing but great things about them and were eager to try their food. The interior of the restaurant was bright, white, and ridiculously clean. We were impressed with that alone. After looking over the menu, we decided to order a variety of different dishes to share. We ordered the "Murga Sandwich" (fried chicken, coleslaw, pickles, pickled onions, murga sauce on a potato bun), "Badmaash's Fries" (masala fries, fried chicken, murga sauce, pickles, coleslaw), "Waffles", and "Spiced Mac and Cheese". Everything was so delicious! KAPOW: an explosion of flavor in every bite! To drink, we washed everything down with some "Ginger Lavender Lemonade" and "Mango Lassi". My wife and I have definitely been caught up in the Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich craze with other places like Haven Hot Chicken, but Hot Murga offers the same type of cuisine that not only adheres to Halal dietary guidelines but is also prepared with vibrant Indian spices. We can't wait to go back!

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Jasmin H.

2 years ago

Got this a couple months ago to try their masala mac 'n cheese and it was soo good! Definitely a must try. Their chicken sandwich is ok, I personally didn't like that there was too much sauce, but the flavors were good. The service was good. There is street parking and space to sit and eat inside. Ambiance was good for a quick bite or friendly hangout, not date spot. read more

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Brenda D.

1 year ago

Chicken sandwich combo was delicious. Got the medium as I like spice but not too much. Also got dosa waffles- let me preface I love dosa. These were a great spin. Masala fries 12/10. Will definitely return read more

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Thomas S.

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2 years ago

Very tasty chicken and fries. I also got the lavender lemonade. Solid eating. I was intrigued by the menu and other reviews seemed to enjoy the experience. I feel like I'm copying other reviews but had the same feelings about the food and atmosphere. Nice lady made a few recommendations and I went with them. I was very happy with the masala chicken sandwich and fries. I did not get any sauces on fries. I really liked both. I also got the lemonade. read more

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Joshua W.

2 years ago

I mostly stopped in because of its convenience to my hotel, but glad I did. The hot murga masala sandwich doesn't necessarily look like much at first, but what a perfectly balanced flavor bomb. The chicken was perfectly crispy outside and juicy inside. I ordered it hot and the heat was perfect, enough to really feel it but complimented and balanced by the mint chutney, spiced ranch, and pickled onions. The curry-spiced fries were excellent too, as was their cardamom cheesecake ice cream. If I were a local or a Yale student, I'd be back regularly. read more

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J S.

2 years ago

WOW! This place is amazing. I got the Murga Masala Sandwich with fries and it knocked my socks off. The sandwich had crispy chicken and the coleslaw added a refreshing snap. The soft potato bun was excellent as well. I adored the masala sauce and the mint chutney. They helped to cut some of the spice and added flavors I throughly enjoyed. The fries were crispy and spiced to perfection. The service was kind. It is a great spot for sure! read more

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Maria M.

2 years ago

We've heard great things about this place and finally gave it a try. The service was excellent, staff was patient and kind, willing to explain the menu. The seating area was clean and spacious. Not a ton of seating but definitely enough for Tuesday lunch. We ordered so much off the menu I won't list it here. Everything we had was amazing. If you're driving in to New Haven, the 56 Broadway parking lot is only a 5 min walk. You won't be disappointed. read more

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Kiki V.

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2 years ago

Hot, fresh, tasty food. The fried chicken in the murga sandwich was crisp and juicy, and well seasoned. I would have liked a bit more coleslaw in the sandwich, and the sandwich could be a bit bigger for $12, but the quality of all the ingredients made up for the price. The french fries were the star: these are some of the best fries I've had in a while. They're crispy but have a silky texture on the inside, and the light seasoning is delicious. The mango lassi could be more tart, but the cardamom seasoning makes it a nice drink. read more

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Jessica B.

3 years ago

This place is awesome and a really interesting concept for two distinct flavors that work really well together. I think the food slightly better at Murga than the other hot chicken spot in New Haven (though that place is great too), especially if you like Indian flavors. We've had the Murga sandwich, the Murga masala sandwich, Baadmash fries and mac & cheese, seasoned fries and the sliders. I thought the masala sandwich was incredible! My only two complaints are: 1. they don't have a kids menu- we end up ordering the sliders and a side of fries for our two to share and 2. none of the sandwiches listed under the "featured meals" section of the menu include fries! It's not really a "meal" if you have to buy the fries separately, which adds up. So, this place is quite pricy for a fast food counter service type place, but everything tastes great! read more

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Adeesha E.

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2 years ago

Absolutely outstanding. I had the chicken tenders and waffles, and it was the best takeout I've ever eaten. The fries taste like the platonic ideal of spicy fries - perfectly spicy and salty. The waffles were light and fluffy, sweet and spiced. The chicken was tender and moist and the skin was perfectly crispy. Bravo! read more

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Mike G.

3 years ago

I was so pleasantly surprised by Hot Murga! So far, I've tried their Murga masala chicken sandwich, their Murga chicken sandwich, and badmaash's fries. Everything was over the top good. The chicken sandwich is super super crunchy, which helps it stand up well to their delicious sauces. We went once this week and liked it so much we went back a second time. read more

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Jill E.

2 years ago

my 13-year-old wants to know if we can get DoorDash from New Haven Connecticut to Claremont, CA because she wants a Hot Murga sandwich. I feel her pain. We happen upon the shop when we were attending a function at Yale and it was the best thing we ate on our trip. Don't tell the great pizza shops... But Hot Murga is where it's at. Even gotten so far to see if there was a franchise. Alas, will have to wait until we get back to Connecticut. Great service, sweet little shop, and amazing food. read more

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Lauren O.

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Ok, this is a serious review. No jokes. I don't even like Indian food but the hot chicken Indian combo just sang to me. I believe it's where some noodle house used to be, but they redid everything and it's gorgeous. Their AC was broken but the breeze coming in was great! Big windows. The girl working the counter was so friendly and passionate about the food, she helped us make our choices. I got the chicken Murga masala sandwich in medium heat and my hubby got the chicken Murga sandwich in the hottest level as he always does. It was HOT! Beware! We got the Murga fries too! Everything was amazing! Flavors amazing! Crispy, crunchy, juicy my mouth is watering now. The level of flavor was something I haven't had in a long time. We ate in, there's about 5 tables there. It's so clean and crisp inside. The fries were great too! We got a spiced ranch for dipping. Then, we were already stuffed but saw a cinnamon cardamom cheesecake ice cream and just had to. That was delicious too! Creamy creamy creamy! I'm so excited about this place I need to tell people about it right away!! Your going to LOVE it! read more

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Dan N.

2 years ago

Hot Murga has one of the best chicken sandwiches I've ever had. Absolute home run. I'm so glad I stumbled on this place

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Chantal S.

2 years ago

Came upon this place while on a roadtrip and it was one of the best meals of the weekend! We got the Szechuan mini sliders, the murga sliders, and Badmaash's Mac and cheese. Some places really overhype their loaded Macs but here it was 100% warranted. Perfect topping to mac ratio, and the sauce is mixed in with the cheese sauce which makes every bite fantastic! The sliders were generously sized and perfect for sharing/sampling multiple flavors, as my boyfriend and i love to do. The Szechuan in particular had such a tasty and sticky sauce--it was so good. In general, all of the chicken is perfectly crispy, tender, and well seasoned. Finally, the prices were super fair and the portion sizes very generous. The food is very filling and has a great diversity of flavor and options for different preferences. I'd highly recommend stopping in here if you have the chance, you won't regret it! read more

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Jonathan R.

2 years ago

I am COMPLETELY blown away with the chicken sandwich! I was VERY reluctant to try it, i ordered a basic Murga Sandwich, exactly as described.... Medium heat! I also ordered wings medium heat as well... both items were AMAZING! Very juicy, and the flavors were spot on! Try this place! read more

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Mat H.

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3 years ago

I had one of the fried chicken sandwiches and it was DELICIOUS! I need to go back asap. I also tried the Mac and cheese, which was ok. But 100% go for the fried chicken sandwiches. read more

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Wafa A.

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3 years ago

This place is so good, especially just having opened so recently! Tender chicken, amazing spices (they make their masala or spices by themselves), and ambiance inside is great! Service was friendly and fast! Masala fries had an awesome crispness to it as well. Highly recommend the murga masala sandwich! We're visiting from the west coast but telling all our friends and family in the east coast about it! read more

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Domenic P.

3 years ago

The sandwich was a nice twist on Fried Chicken Sandwiches. The staff was very helpful & friendly. Place is very clean, and I enjoyed the outdoor seating. read more

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Elle D.

1 year ago

Very good service, delicious and unique food, and nice clean sitting area. Definitely recommend the food, it's a really cool concept to mix fried chicken and curry read more

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David B.

2 years ago

Friendly staff and clean establishment. The Super Hot Murga Chicken Sandwich blew me away. Be ready for the spice! Plenty of pay parking on the street. read more

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Dona W.

2 years ago

Nice twist on hot chicken. Enjoyed the Tikki Masala sauce with my tenders. Slaw was good too. Medium was not too hot (not a spicy person). The tenders were large. read more

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Sharan S.

2 years ago

When I first read the existence of such a place, it made me add it to the upcoming travel bucket list. With all the chicken sandwich wars going on, Popeye s throwing shade at Chick-fil-A, in turn ruffling Burger King or is it the Big M...oh who cares! Hot Murga is legit, peeps. You gotta try it, and most certainly enjoy the deliciousness that is Indian chicken. The seasonings and spice levels are really well balanced, with the buttery brioche like potato buns, layered with their snazzy special masala drizzle. To go with these handheld, one needs to also indulge in the masala fries...again, with just the right spice dash. Service was fast and well structured for a fast casual restaurant. Great seating options in the downtown New Haven, stones throw from Yale. If you are hankering for an "other" chicken sandwich, with all the traditional accoutrement flavored in a globally inspired manner, do yourself a favor and pick one Hot Murga up. No regrets! read more

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Kainoa R.

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2 years ago

First off, this place is very clean! The smells of different spices are very soothing. The customer service is great. Now let's get to the amazing in g food. The food was amazing. I ordered a few dishes just to try and I was not disappointed. You order with different levels of spice, from no spice to very hot. The portions are beyond reasonable and well worth the charge. Definitely will be back! read more

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m p.

3 years ago

Found this right cross from our Airbnb. Super cute place with a tasty fried chicken sandwich. Little Indian twist on Nashville hot chicken. Got the ginger lavender lemonade too! read more

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Debra L.

2 years ago

Delicious!!!!!i Had Murga sandwich and masala fries ! Flavor was amazing! Will be back for sure!! read more

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Christina B.

2 years ago

Excellent chicken and fries, will be making this a regular stop! We shared the masala chicken sandwich and the tenders. The side of Mac and cheese was delicious too read more

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victor s.

3 years ago

The Staff were nice and polite. The dinning area is clean and great presentation. The service was fast, and the food cooked just right, fries were fresh with perfect masala seasoning. The chicken sandwich (level hot) wasn't too spicy. The chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy inside. A perfect Indian American fusion. It reminds me of a Nashville hot chicken sandwich but with an Indian spin. read more

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Pauly V.

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Big plus points for the extra clean space and two bathrooms. I love hot chicken sandwiches and this was my first time trying it with an Indian twist. Absolutely loved the explosion of various flavors. Major bonus points for the crispy batter on the chicken, both on the sandwich and the mac n cheese. They hit the mark with all taste buds! We ordered the hot chicken sandwich with all the Indian spice fixes like tikki masala sauce, the mac n cheese, and topped it off with the cardamon cheesecake ice cream. Will definitely be back for this unique flavor profile. read more

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Amanda Y.

3 years ago

Such a fun twist on chicken! We tried the Mac and cheese, sliders, and the chicken and waffles - all with Indian inspiration. The cardamon syrup takes the waffles and the chicken over the top. We wanted to drink it afterwards!! read more

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Royce K.

2 years ago

Excellent food. Very fresh. Great service. When they say hot , medium is more than enough!! Need one of these in Los Angeles.

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angelica l.

2 years ago

I love this place, but I'm really sad I haven't been able to get the murga waffles. I'm not sure if they were officially taken off the menu, but they were the best chicken and waffles I've had. The mac and cheese is also amazing read more

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John M.

2 years ago

Delicious! With a really unique take on the hot chicken trend that seems to be popping up everywhere, Hot Murga is one that should be here to stay. read more

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Ethan B.

3 years ago

So glad this place is here! I got the basic chicken sandwich and it was full of flavor. I'm excited to try the masala one next. The fries were also great. The inside looks really nice and there's also some good outside seating. The lady working there was super friendly and said they just opened a week ago. Excited to come back! read more

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Jason D.

3 years ago

First time here and not disappointed. Size of chicken sandwich was wonderful and cooked perfectly. I went with medium spice and could have definitely went hotter. Masala fry portion was too much for one person but good and fresh. Good clean place and counter service was friendly. High recommend if you're looking for a fried chicken sandwich. read more

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k s.

2 years ago

So good! Perfectly cooked and seasoned chicken, soft roll, crunchy slaw! A must try for anyone looking for something different than the fast food chains. You can pick your spice level, and pair with their uniquely seasoned fries. Service was also an excellent, and everything was very clean and inviting. Highly recommend. read more

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Kathryn C.

3 years ago

Awesome food, friendly helpful staff, clean tables. Can't ask for more than that! Had the Hot Murga Masala. It was delicious! Lots of flavors but all complementary and none was overpowering. The fries and Mac and cheese look awesome. Will definitely be going back to work my way through the menu! read more

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Leo L.

3 years ago

This is a fantastic spot with friendly staff and amazing food. We got both types of chicken sandwich, chicken tenders, and the masala Mac n cheese. The fried chicken is super crispy, juicy, and well seasoned all the way through. Nice and spicy (we ordered medium hot), and the highlight for me was the tikka masala sauce that we got to dip the tenders in. It's just such a good combo, and I imagine it'd be great to dip fries into as well. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Charles X.

3 years ago

We got the impossible Murga sandwich and it was super crispy and tasty. The sauce is delicious. Our friends got the sliders and the fry on the chicken was perfect. The inside is clean and the owners are friendly. Will definitely be back! read more

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Benjamin H.

2 years ago

Exceptional. We had the Masala Chicken and the new Punjabi noodle burger. If you are vegetarian you will be very happy with the noodle burger, but the chicken sandwich is really next level, they have an impossible version as well. They also recently added more items to the menu, We will be back to check those out! Unfortunately we didn't get pictures of the food because it didn't last long! So good! read more

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Jackson S.

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3 years ago

This instantly became one of my top spots in New Haven. Unbelievably good sandwiches. Such unique and delicious fusion. Definitely will be coming back. The only downside is it's a bit pricy. read more

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140 Howe St
New Haven, CT 06511
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(475) 321-2153
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Hours

What time does Hot Murga open?

Hot Murga opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Hot Murga close?

Hot Murga closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday.Hot Murga closes at 2:00 AM (Next day) on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Wed, Sun 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMThu-Sat 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does Hot Murga take credit cards?

Yes, Hot Murga takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Hot Murga have catering options?

Yes, Hot Murga does have catering options.

Does Hot Murga have a drive thru?

No, Hot Murga does not have a drive thru.

Does Hot Murga serve alcohol?

Yes, Hot Murga serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Hot Murga have TVs?

No, Hot Murga does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Hot Murga have outdoor seating?

Yes, Hot Murga has outdoor seating options.

Does Hot Murga have parking?

Yes, Hot Murga has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is Hot Murga wheelchair accessible?

No, Hot Murga is not wheelchair accessible.

Does Hot Murga have free WiFi?

No, Hot Murga does not have free WiFi.

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0.6 mi

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I usually come to Zoi's for lunch, but I was in the area this morning and decided to try breakfast…read more I ordered the "Triple Double" on a plain wrap with bacon. The customer service was great, as always. Unfortunately, the breakfast wrap didn't feel worth the $11.79 price in my opinion. Overall, I think I'll stick to lunch at Zoi's going forward. Happy holidays!

Thank you, Yelp, for steering me to this sandwich shop while visiting Yale. It's a cute, cheery…read moreplace with kind service and exceptionally good food! I left with half of my sandwich because the portions were so large, and those sweet potato fries - so yummy! My mouth is watering just thinking about my gluten-free sandwich.

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Olmo's Sesame Bagel, chewy, crispy and delicious.

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Supersandwich - New Haven

4.5(32 reviews)

0.4 mi

As all Joes and Joeys, I'm a connoisseur of sandwiches. This is a top notch sandwich spot right in…read morethe heart of Yale campus. As we all know the bread is really the hero of any good sandwich. The bread on the "Super" size sandwich was remarkably good for a wedge roll. Got a custom turkey sando. Service was quick. Place is modern and clean. Parking might be tough but got one right in front, like they were expecting me. Gonna have to go back the try the award winning chicken cutlet, but I'll be the judge of that. would have posted a picture but ate it too fast.

I was staying at the hotel around the corner, ordered and…read morepicked up an Italian Combo Super Sandwich. The quality of the ingredients and service was excellent. The restaurant itself is a casual place with fast food atmosphere with not particularly clean counters. Sadly, I didn't like the flavor of the sandwich for some reason. It wasn't bad, just not great. And the prices are expensive.

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Olmo

4.6(472 reviews)

0.6 mi

•$$

Ordered my usual sandwich today, and I feel like it keeps getting bigger? In this economy? For $12…read moreI literally got the most monstrous breakfast sandwich. I have no clue how they can afford to add this much bacon to each sandwich. I'm a person for whom a city is made or broken by their breakfast sandwich game, and if Olmo left New Haven I would probably have to move. Keep going here so they can keep putting insane amounts of bacon on each sandwich. The cinnamon raisin cream cheese is also wild.

Awesome. Delicious and the staff is super helpful/friendly. No matter how busy it is it always…read moreseems to take roughly the same amount of time. Tip: Order online from your phone a few minutes before you walk in. Then mention your order to the first person you see - they'll use their handheld to immediately start your order. Otherwise it will get done and put on a shelf to grab. If you order in person, they'll come outside and call your name and hand you your order. Also, I've always found that if I want a table, one always opens up when I'm ready to sit. If you want one, you will get one - just the endless circle of life, dude There are also a few tables around the corner on Whitney. Great place.

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Spicy Scallion Schmear

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The Marketa

3.9(22 reviews)

0.5 mi

•$

The food is out of this world!!! I had turkey & cheese on hard roll made exactly like I love it…read more No one makes it right but them! I love it

The main problem is that atmosphere of the store to cook in the back is always rushing people and…read moregetting orders wrong and then yelling at the customer that he's right and they were wrong I ordered a simple order and watched him write it down on his paper then when it came time to get my order it was completely wrong and when I said something he got very aggressive with me like I was calling him a liar which technically he was

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MY SUB! Steak & Cheese with lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, cooked onions, and mushrooms. Tons of melty, cheesy, meaty, flavorful goodness.

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One 6 Three

4.4(313 reviews)

1.4 mi

•$$

Today, we made a stop at One6Three, tucked into the East Rock section of New Haven, where it's been…read moreholding down its corner for about ten years. This place is small, unapologetic, and full of character. Decorative firewood stacked with intention, walls filled with wine corks, and #10 tomato cans repurposed as pizza stands. Walk in and you immediately catch the vibe, exposed brick, distressed plaster, a slightly industrial, almost factory-style feel that somehow still feels warm and welcoming. The centerpiece of the room is the wood-fired oven, running hot and glowing with that perfect orange flame. The aroma of burning wood hits you right away and sets the tone. From that moment on, the culinary experience is in motion. We ordered The Mootz and Breaking My Meatballs. Both pies are built on a very thin, tender crust with beautiful leoparding. The dough is flavorful and clearly well-fermented. Sauce is applied with restraint, just enough to support the dough and cheese without overpowering them, and it delivers a clean, bright tomato flavor. Breaking My Meatballs was the standout. Homemade meatballs, herbed ricotta, cherry peppers, mozzarella, and that same balanced sauce. The cherry peppers bring a sharp vinegar tang that cuts perfectly through the richness of the ricotta and meatballs. Every bite hits a different note, and it all works together. Easily one of my favorites. The crust across the board was thin and tender with a delicate smoky char from the wood fire, exactly what you want from this style. Bottom line: Great spot. Excellent pizza. Super friendly staff

An okish first time visit. I wanted to try a new pizza place in New Haven for a birthday and chose…read morethis one. But the food didn't feel like a celebration, in my opinion. One 6 Three is an unusual name - it's a small and cozy spot with few tables and bar seating, set in a residential neighborhood. We tried the gluten free crust (available only in 12") American margherita pie and added mushrooms in half of it. The wood fired crust was well done, I really liked it. Lots of garlic, yum. However, the tomatoes on it were raw and that didn't feel very good. Also, there were no condiments offered on the side- like oregano- is that normal in a pizza place? Maybe I need to try more pizza places :)

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Wood for the oven

Large Fungus Among Us ($27.50)

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Chicken Parm Sandwich and Potato Head Pie

Nica's Market

3.8(247 reviews)

1.0 mi

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Nica's has been a favorite since I lived around the corner 20 years ago. My aunt and I stopped in…read morefor chicken salad sandwiches and you can tell how excited I was to eat it by the fact that I did not take any photos of it. The line moves quickly and the staff is always ready to help. We enjoyed our lunch on the patio on a warm fall day. Nica's has something for everyone and is great for takeout or dining al fresco!

I was a little nervous about this place but the people were so patient and the food looked good! My…read morepesto panini was so yummy and it didn't taste old! I would return here and try some of their hot foods too!

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Eggplant Parm on a hard roll

Haven Hot Chicken

4.5(271 reviews)

0.6 mi

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Wowser! From a guy who has had Hot chicken in Nashville this place is a very close second! It's a…read moremust try and the banana pudding was the best I have ever had!!

my partner came in on Tuesday and placed our order which was missing salad dressing so I didn't…read moreeat my salad and I brought it back Wednesday. I was greeted by staff and the manager Markie who was absolutely amazing with hospitality and customer service, I appreciate your help in fixing my order and thank you. you are great at what you do.

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Chicken Sammy! Soooo tasty. Medium is hot so proceed w caution. Great quality chicken. Fries travel well. Definitely recommend!!

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Meat & Co

4.0(128 reviews)

1.5 mi

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Meat and Co is a creative sandwich shop in New Haven's upscale East Rock Market Food Hall. If you…read morenotice the sign, you'll see they've rotated the lower case "a" in "Meat" so it's upside down. Think of it as a culinary warning that they don't do things the normal way. I've had two sandwiches from Meat and Co. on two separate visits in 2025. The first was the Haute Tuna Melt. The tuna salad itself was good. It has some hot pepper and chive flavor. The tuna sandwich was on a panini-pressed ciabatta roll. I prefer some type of grilled sliced bread, which I think is more common, for a tuna melt. But that's fine. The biggest miss for me was the cheese. The American Cheese was not at all melted. So it's really just a tuna fish sandwich with American Cheese, Lettuce and Tomato. Good for what it was, but it wasn't a Tuna Melt. The second was The Rick Reuben. It must be more "Rick" than "Reuben". because it is the least "Reuben" Reuben sandwich I've ever had. It had pastrami, which is acceptable for a Reuben. That was about it. Instead of kraut, they had a mild red cabbage slaw. Instead of Swiss, they had cheddar. Instead of grilled rye bread, it was on a long panini-pressed pretzel roll. Admittedly, I didn't pay careful attention to the menu description because Reubens usually fall into one of a small number of types, and I like them all. Although, the online menu I saw did not reference the pretzel roll. This sandwich was too far away from any accepted form of Reuben to be called a Reuben. If it had been called a Pretzel Pastrami Melt, which is far more accurate, I wouldn't have ordered it. It was fine for it was. The pastrami was average though. Given how much I like the other East Rock Market vendors, I'm unlikely to return. If you go, pay close attention to the menu and maybe ask questions. 3.25 Stars

I was excited to find out that there was a panini shop near me and I want on 1/2/26 a Friday night…read moreat 6 pm and the person working there seems like he did not want to work! He was in his phone the whole time. I asked if it was a panini and he said "no, ciabatta". I ordered a Voodoo chicken which was supposed to be spicy but it was disappointing with no flavor . My husband ordered a steak and cheese and the steak was cheap cut mostly gristly. Our paninis were not toasted, COPD AND HARD BREAD and I'm not sure why as they have the equipment to do it. We also ordered fries but the person refused to make them and said " I don't have any ready ". Okay but can you get some ready? He was extremely lazy and didn't want to work. Cold hard ciabatta with sub par ingredients. $40!! 2 sandwiches. We will not be back . Extremely poorly managed. Lazy employee and sub par ingredients.

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