This is a very delayed review as I visited over the summer. Our party of 4 visited on an early…read moreSaturday evening and was able to be seated right away. The vibe is very much dark and moody. They were setting up for what looked like a guest DJ of sorts? Once the DJ started their music, it was VERY loud which was a little disappointing. We didn't try any of the food. We did try some of the cocktails though and they were all great. Also tried the paper bag beer because we couldn't resist the mystery. The beers were 16oz cans of craft beers. not bad! Overall, really liked the place!

Very moody, vibey lounge, restaurant, and bar in downtown New Haven. Stopped in before a late…read moredinner nearby on a Wednesday night around 6. There are couches in corners, tables, and bar seating. Only the bar tender seemed to be serving so service was very slow. I liked the aesthetic and Dj Kamakaze provided tunes or else I'd give a lower rating. Would return for an evening outing, good place to get lost.

This is a very nice lounge. Great looking crowd. People having a good time without nonsense…read morefighting and brawls spilling out. Diverse music, something for everyone. Drinks at the bar a little on the pricey side. Not a huge place but compact enough with a little space to handle. Security is tight, good staff. Grade: B+

*HONEST TO POST ALERT* Believe the reviews from 4-8 years…read moreago!! This place is not really the scene for a 21-27 year old. It's pretty run down and the music selection is not very diverse. I went last night and I felt like I was the youngest person there and I'm 22. The photos give you high expectations so if you still wanna pull up lower them.

Just want to thank you Darius Murrell for ensuring that my tickets and tables for the Day party…read morewere secured. And thanks for your patients even though I called & texted you a 1000 times getting on your nerves. My dad had a blast. Your a good promoter with lot of patients. Thanks.

Great location and dance floor Good music and drinks…read more Good dancers and friendly security $5 to enter and $2 for your coat

My wife and I were in New Haven for a concert. We had tried the Stamford location previously and…read moreloved it. This location felt larger but was still an intimate setting for a date night. Our waitress Diana was pleasant and professional and made helpful recommendations. My wife enjoyed a wine flight of sparkling wine, Chardonnay, and Malbec. We selected two cheeses and a sausage for a light start. High quality, enjoyed the cheese with the flowers on the rind. I probably should have slowed the pace of ordering but everything was so tempting. Chickpeas, broccoli, spicy meatballs, honey nut squash, and patatas bravas were all awesome! The "half" paella was huge and we probably should have went with a lighter choice, that said it was still excellent and we finished the rice the next day as leftovers. I would have had the olive oil cake because it's outstanding but was too full and went with an excellent double espresso instead. Glad we went to Barcelona Wine Bar!

Came here for the first time for my brother and sister-in-law's rehearsal dinner, and WOW. 10/10…read moreacross the board! Every dish was phenomenal, but the standouts were the mussels (that chorizo-sofrito broth is insane; dip the bread), ham croquetas, meatballs, flank steak, chicken thigh, potatoes with salsa and a garlic aioli( patatas bravas) corn ribs, and crispy broccoli (super spicy). Wash it all down with their sangria; legitimately one of the best in CT.

Good spot for a happy hour drink if you're cool with going with one of the small handful of…read moreoptions. I've found the happy hour whites to be pretty good and a nice value. Avoid food. It looks like a great deal but the portions are so comically small that it's actually a bit of a rip off. The food quality isn't great either. I've tried the fries, flat bread, and artichoke dip and didn't find any of them to be particularly good. Mixed experiences on service, a little hit or miss. Ambiance is nice and includes indoor seating as well as a few tables out front on state street.

Possibly my favorite wine bar in New Haven!! I love the decor and vibe inside - they have tall bar…read moreseats but also plush couches where you can really relax and chat with your friends. The staff are also super friendly. Their wine selection is awesome! And if you get a flight, it comes in these cute glasses and a stand. Their chocolate fondue is a great pairing to the wine. I've been here again since my first visit and will definitely be back!!!

Please save yourself the embarrassment and close down or hire a whole new staff. Including the…read morekitchen person. Such poor service and how do you run out of food. There was nobody in there. I can say so much more negative than positive this place was a one and done for me.

Enjoying the Karaoke on Wednesday nites. Love C-Note and Lady LA. Food, drink and service make the…read morenite great.

Terrible is an understatement. An hour & a half for a COLD over cooked burger missing half the…read moremenu listed items. Stale ass bun with American not cheddar as the menu says...wilted lettuce and one small mushy piece of tomato with Old ass bacon??? And for $13??? Really???? No onions, no pickles, no mustard or ketchup and served with a plastic fork. So bad I'll stop at McDonald's next time before I come here, Ladies room with 3 stalls and not 1 locking door????? Not one roll of paper on the actual roll but on top of it??? The bartender/ waitress / bartender Gloria is the only saving grace for this place she was trying and did a great job service wise!!! And $10 for a 6-8 ounce mixed drink on a Wednesday night is INSANE!! Three beer choices, minimal bar stock?! Terrible & never again!!!!!

Nice place but crowd n music was horrible $40 charge to get in for nothing left after a hrread more

This place is great. Stumbled across it via the InKind app, and have been back multiple times,…read moreincluding making a special detour via New Haven on our last night before leaving Connecticut. The Ordinary is one of the oldest purpose build bars, with lovely dark gothic wood. A wacky gothic humor and excellent staff, who really care about the clients and the drinks. Good selection of gins. Outstanding cocktails on the list, at fair prices (especially happy hour). Or better yet, ask the expert staff to recommend and invent one for you. The bacon is a thick, crunchy, sugary must. Add it to your burger. And an egg. Get the shishito peppers. And the chocolate chip cookies. And if you're lucky and hungry, the coffin-full of sliders is a delicious bargain (with plenty for the next day).

I've been to Ordinary perhaps 3-4 times. Being a New Haven native, I've been to about every bar,…read morerestaurant, or eatery in the city, and Ordinary has been no exception. First few times I went was during covid, and they were one of the few that allowed folks to just be. They resembled a real speakeasy during lockdown because you had to ring a bell and be let in. My most recent visit was with two of my long time friends on a rainy Wednesday night. We got seated by the "fireplace" and browsed the menu. I landed on a mocktail old fashion, my friend got the bee's knees and we got the big pretzel and the candied bacon. Pretzel was great, old fashion could have been better but the ambience was just what we needed. You really get a feel of old school New Haven being at Ordinary. The staff was great so I'll be back.

Hands down, this is my favorite hookah lounge. Everything from the atmosphere to the service is…read moretop-tier. The vibe is smooth and laid-back, with just the right mix of music, lighting, and crowd. Whether you're looking to chill with friends or enjoy a solo unwind, this place nails it. The hookah quality is chef's kiss, rich flavors, clean pulls, and they stay on top of the coals without you having to ask. I tried Mint flavor and it was easily one of the best I've ever had. They use quality shisha and premium hoses, which makes all the difference. The staff? Super welcoming and attentive. They genuinely care about your experience, and it shows. Clean, comfortable, and consistent. I've been to a lot of hookah lounges, and this one sets the bar. Highly recommend!

Checked all socials, place was supposedly open but everything was shuttered when we arrived at…read moreopening time last weekend. Disappointing experience.

Love this place! If I owned a bar/restaurant this would be it!…read more Greeted by a charismatic young lady that was extremely helpful and welcoming for a mid week lunch stop off on my way north. I was hooked by the name. Quirky. Perfect for me. The decor is very local. It's plain but upper middle class dive feel. The menu was very ambitious, but delivered. Hot-crispy fries and chips seasoned perfectly. Chicken sando on a great focaccia was a banger. Beverage was a Fuzzy baby duck IPA. Quirky and I couldn't pass it up. Highly recommend!!!

Not a fan of this place. The decor was confusing.....sports, a crooked goat head, big sexy signs…read moreand a few ?? Satanic symbols similar to Baphomet. I just didn't get it. Loved their sours idea of the Cajun spiced chips but they were so excessively spiced they were inedible (your lips and tongued burned awfully) and I love heat (I'm a fan of ghost peppers) and spice. The big sexy sandwich tasted great but left me nauseous all night long making me wonder if something in it was off. It was disappointing. On the other hand they make an excellent expresso martini. As a bar I'd recommend this place but as a restaurant I would not