The pizza my roommate brought back from Yale! Incredibly delicious!…read more Bufalina: It was tremendous! The sugar from the San Marzano tomatoes and the nutty aroma of the prosciutto di parma combined perfectly after baking to create a warm caramel aroma. The fresh, smooth olive oil base creates a rich, syrupy texture. The basil aroma emerged in the aftertaste, adding layers to the rich, creamy cheese. The cornicione was crispy but not dry, and the crust was very chewy. Tartufella: Relatively less impressive. The black truffle aroma wasn't strong; the main flavors were the savory, sweet, and meaty notes of the Italian sausage.

We love everything about Zeneli! The staff is so nice and accommodating. Whether it's a dinner for…read more2 or a party of 8, the service is always super. All of the pizzas are delicious. It's impossible to pick a favorite. No matter how busy it is, we are always seated promptly. The pasta dishes are great too. And the whipped ricotta is to die for! We've sat in the dining room, at the bar, and in the sun room. It's a warm restaurant with warm people. The staff really makes you feel at home. There's not a bad seat in the house. Even when it is busy you can trust you'll be cared for with a friendly face and trustworthy service.

Food, service and location! It's where you want to be for…read moremorning food before noon! The space is inviting, nice window views of New Haven!

A great classic and homey brunch place in New Haven! The Pantry is a small spot that has a jazz…read moretheme and casual feel (also to note a cash only establishment!). Service is very nice and attentive. I had the classic eggs benedict and a split a side of the cinnamon roll pancakes. The eggs benedicts were done well but the unsuspecting star to me was the potato side - they were so crispy, garlicy, buttery and delicious. Do not skip out on the pancakes - these cinnamon roll pancakes are worth all the hype! Sweet, fluffy and delicious.

food was really good and manager was excellent, the banana Rama smoothie is a must try.read more

My friend and I came here for brunch today. It was a nice and quiet Sunday morning. The service was…read moregreat-- very friendly, helpful, and sincere. I ordered the iced salted caramel signature latte with oat milk and belgian waffle with fruit and cream. I thought both were delicious and tasty. I would absolutely come back. If you're looking for a casual cafe, I would recommend.

On a recent visit to New Haven to see an exhibition at the Yale Center for British Art, we hoped to…read morehave dinner at one of our favorite restaurants (Barcelona Wine Bar), but they were fully booked with a Yale event. In a display of restaurant solidarity , they recommended that we try Vinas Wine & Tapas. As it turned out, we have a NEW favorite in New Haven! We arrived a bit early and were cheerfully greeted by Mike G, our server. The atmosphere was welcoming and relatively quiet, since their musical offering does not start as early as our 5:00-7:00 PM time slot on a Tuesday. We had asked for the waiter Christian because he had been mentioned in several of the Yelp reviews, but Mike proved that the service compliments should go to everyone. First, the tapas: We enjoyed all five of the tapas we chose. The "Calamares" were lightly battered and crispy. The Vinas salad was fresh, with tomatoes, cheese, corn, and croutons. The pork belly was delicious and more meaty than expected . The oyster mushrooms were presented with onion crisps. The baked birria empanada was stuffed with brisket style beef. Each of these "courses" was a unique delight to the palate, and for me and my partner, it was completely satisfying. In keeping with the spirit of a "wine bar," Vinas offered a flight of 4 wines in 3 ounce glasses, and after hearing about our food choices and wine preferences, Mike chose the wines for us, giving us a chance to taste some less familiar offerings. We had the Felino Malbec 2024 (Argentina), which became our favorite for its full-bodied and deep flavor. Our second wine was a unique Don Abel (private label) from Wallingford CT, made by one of the relatives of the owner, specially for Vinas. This one reminded us of the local wines one might receive in a B&B in the Loire Valley in France. The final two wines were both from Chile: Reserva Carmenere 2023 and Cabernet Sauvignon Marques de Casa Concha 2022. Both were excellent wines. It was great fun to have Mike choose the wines for us, and we really enjoyed the variety that the flight offerings gave to us. Of course, we had to try a dessert, and Mike recommended the Toffee Cake. We had heard that the owner claimed that some people cried with joy after eating it. Although we restrained ourselves, we had to agree that this was an extraordinary conclusion to a fabulous meal. Overall, this was a great experience for us, and we heartily recommend Vinas Wine Bar and Tapas for a relaxing and welcoming dinner. Some reviews I had read suggested that the portions were too small for the price. I have to disagree. My partner and I love food, and this was plenty. And the price was reasonable. Including tip and tax, we spent about $75 each.

We stopped in for apps on a Saturday afternoon. We ordered a glass of wine, ceviche, and skewers…read more We sat at the bar and the bartender was very friendly, full of energy, and efficient. The ceviche was excellent, everything was cooked throughout by the citrus. The portion size is small for $19 and it could have used a side of bread or tortillas to soak up the delicious citrus based broth. The skewers were also excellent. They were cooked perfectly, super tender, juicy and flavorful. They cooked them with a seasoning and had a delicious chimi on top.