I ventured out with my friends for my first visit to a restaurant since the COVID-19 crisis began…read more I wanted to sit outdoors with a view and Amarante's Sea Cliff Inn was the perfect spot. We opted for the inn side rather than the deck side, because the inn side has more entree options. We each opted for our own appetizers. Caprese salad, clam chowder and shrimp cocktail were ordered. Everyone enjoyed their appetizers very much. I had the clam chowder. It was rich, creamy and delicious. The clams were very tender and the chowder was loaded with clams and potatoes. For entrees, most of us opted for the hot lobster roll. It was overflowing with lobster and was accompanied by drawn butter, crisp fresh fries and a very tasty coleslaw. One of my friend opted for the sea bass. The presentation was beautiful and she said it was fresh, light and delicious. All of our cocktails were excellent too. I also must be sure to give credit to the wait staff. They were very attentive and I felt comfortable the entire time, as they were following all the guidance provided by the state. It was nice to relax and reconnect, in person, with my friends while enjoying a beautiful sunset. Such a gorgeous view from the deck! Thank you, Amarante's. We will be back and I'll be sure to tell my friends and family about our great experience.

Fabulous views of the harbor and Morris Cove. Fried shrimp platter was delicious. Our server…read moreCristin was attentive and fun ...Highly recommended!

The New Haven Lawn Club is absolutely gorgeous!! The employees here do an amazing job keeping the…read morefacility clean and tidy. Everyone here is very nice. The facility has clean bathrooms, is HUGE - and it looks like it has so much history here. Wonderful for a work outing or a wedding!!

My stay the New Haven Lawn Club on a family visit to Connecticut yielded a positive impression of…read morethe accommodations, hospitable staff, dining and recreation facilities. A 5-star private social club in the Platinum Clubs of America, it is situated on Whitney Avenue near the Yale University campus, and two blocks from Ingalls Rink and State Street (home to Modern Apizza, our favorite in the Pizza Capital of the World). The New Haven Lawn Club offers five comfortable, spacious overnight guest rooms and one suite, a main dining room seating 200, and a grand ballroom seating 300 that was being used for a wedding reception the night we stayed there. The fitness center and four squash courts are open 24x7. Outdoors, there is a pool, toddler pool, eight Hart-tru tennis courts, two paddle courts and a playground. Guests enjoy free parking and wifi. We enjoyed pre-game cocktails in the bar off the Grill Room, accommodating 100, where lunch and dinner are served Wednesday-Saturday, and where seasonal Sunday brunch and supper are available. A unique feature of the club is art exhibits hung in the rotunda outside the Grill Room. Rebuilt in 1931 after a fire destroyed the original two years earlier, the clubhouse was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 2003. It also is designated A New Haven Landmark by the New Haven Preservation Trust.

Came here to see a concert performed by a group of singers provided by Nina Pane Senseverion. It…read morecame with a full course dinner prepared by "CUSANO BY MARIA" They served ANTIPASTO -PASTA FAGIOLI & CAVATELLI SIDES OF: MEATBALLS AND SAUSAGE SURF & TURF (PRIME RIB & STUFFED SHRIMP) FRESH VEGETABLES - OVEN ROASTED POTATOES & SALAD DESSERT: - COFFEE/TEA and COMPLIMENTARY WINE . First of all the show was awesome ,if you are into Italian singers and a mix of music. The food was plentiful and very good. It was all served family style and they kept filling the bowls. The waitress could not do enough to make you happy. Everyone took home a box of leftovers. The hall itself was okay, however the bathrooms needed some updating.

I came here for a night of BINGO, hats, and fun! And that I…read moredid have, though I didn't even win one... The MC's a hoot- Joan Crawford's the best- entertaining, witty, and also well dressed! You have to get here early, well before six, cuz the place fills up fast, and full can't be fixed! The crowd is a goulash, but a friendly atmosphere- I wanna come back and play more BINGO here!

My niece and I came here to celebrate her new job, and it was the perfect place for the occasion…read more From the moment we arrived, the service was impeccable and made the evening feel extra special. We were welcomed with freshly baked bread and a warm gougère, which reminded me of Brazilian pão de queijo. For drinks, I enjoyed the French 75 along with the non-alcoholic Pamplemousse, while my niece ordered the non-alcoholic Guadalupe. To start, we each had the French onion soup, which was rich, flavorful, and comforting. We also shared the foie gras torchon, which my niece described as incredibly smooth and creamy. For our entrées, we ordered the filet of beef and the rack of lamb. Both were cooked to perfection, and I appreciated that neither dish was overwhelmed with gravy or sauce, allowing the quality of the meat to shine. For dessert, we shared the mixed berry soufflé and the Feuillantine. The Feuillantine was my favorite--it was wonderfully rich, chocolatey, and creamy. Pairing bites of the light, fruity soufflé with the decadent chocolate dessert turned out to be a delicious combination. To end the meal, the restaurant surprised us with complimentary pistachio macarons, which was a thoughtful finishing touch. The restaurant has an elegant atmosphere that feels refined without being stuffy. Combined with the outstanding food and exceptional service, it made for a memorable celebration, and I'd happily return.

Started with the caviar, added the escargot and each had two entrees (mine was salmon and so, so…read moregood) and ended with crème brûlée for dessert. If Michelin ever rates CT this will absolutely and deservedly get a star. The service was excellent, the drinks were fabulous (they had champagne waiting for us; it was our anniversary). The space is beautifully appointed and I want to eat there every day. Simply outstanding.

I had a 95-person wedding reception at the Graduate Club this past month and cannot recommend the…read morevenue enough! Sandra was responsive and professional in coordinating the event and pulled everything off flawlessly. Compared to other venue options, the Club was also very reasonably priced. If you're into an old-fashioned, New England B&B feel, this is the right place for you. The staff is friendly, the food great and the entire place charming and cozy.

Although I'm not a member, I've eaten at the Grad Club many times, and booked the club on behalf of…read moreorganizations that I represent. Their reservations staff has been exceptionally helpful, their service is excellent, and the food is worth coming back for. (Their popovers are justifiably famous.) The only problem is parking: there is a lot behind the Club that can be used by the public in the evenings and on weekends, but the Club shares the lot with several of the surrounding academic buildings, and parking can be tight, even after the close of the school day; during graduation week, the public can't use the lot at all. Fortunately, there are parking garages in the vicinity if you're willing to walk a couple of blocks.

We recently had our "Happily Ever After" party (small reception following our wedding ceremony) at…read moreStudio 8 and couldn't have been happier. Jason and Nicole, along with their team are extremely accommodating and go above and beyond to ensure your event is just what you desire. They provided a list of recommended vendors and they were all excellent to work with as well. The space is beautifully decorated and has a very inviting, fun atmosphere. Our guests absolutely loved the "club like" vibe and all raved about how great everything was. Whether you're looking for a venue for a birthday party, a shower, or any gathering that you want to have a wonderful time at, Studio 8 is the perfect spot!

We couldn't have chosen a better place to celebrate my daughter's 15th birthday. It was a beautiful…read moreparty, and the Studio 8 staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making everything run smoothly. It's beautiful place, my guests completely loved it! I 100% recommend Studio 8, without a shadow of a doubt.