Best Date Night Restaurants in Branford

30 restaurants available nearby

1. Saltbrick Prime

4.4

Awesome(93)

Price: Expensive

• American • Branford

Booked 11 times today

At Saltbrick Prime we are committed to sourcing the finest ingredients and unparalleled attention to detail with a menu that showcases the best in prime steaks and seafood, featuring beef dry-aged with our U.S. patented process. The elegant ambiance, impeccable service, and expertly crafted cocktails add to the overall experience, making Saltbrick Prime the go-to choice for any special occasion or night out.

2. HOME

4.7

Exceptional(205)

Price: Moderate

• American • Branford

Booked 10 times today

What does home feel like? In our welcoming space, we craft a variety of delicious comfort food dishes to give you that feeling every time you visit. Comfort foods with a twist and nothing but local support is our specialty!

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3. The Essex Brasserie

4.3

Awesome(59)

Price: Moderate

• French • Branford

Booked 10 times today

Chef Colt Taylor, celebrated for his culinary gem, The Essex in Old Saybrook, is proud to announce the opening of The Essex Brasserie in Branford, Connecticut, This is comfort food at its finest.The Essex Brasserie showcases Chef Taylor’s innovative approach to French cuisine with a focus on local ingredients and bold flavors. The menu features classic French dishes, including many of the favorites at The Essex. Among the highlights:Lobster Bisque, Clam Chowders & French Onion SoupThe Wagyu BurgerBeef Wellington served with pomme purée, haricot verts, and bordelaiseFluke Meunière: A zesty and flavorful dish with peanut chile crisp Moules Frites: Fresh mussels offered in three unique stylesThe famous Essex Lobster & Beet Fusilli

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4. Harvest Wine Bar and Restaurant - New Haven

4.6

Exceptional(286)

Price: Expensive

• American • New Haven

Booked 13 times today

Delight in the taste of customary American cuisine with a twist at Harvest Wine Bar. Harvest's menu features dishes, such as grilled calamari and lobster macaroni and cheese. Some of its main entrées range between seared sea scallops, as well as filet mignon with truffle mashed potatoes and roasted brussels sprouts with red wine demi-glace. At Harvest, guests can also enjoy different drinks for every course of the meal. It is also a great place for date night.$25 lunch 2 course pre fixe Live Jazz every Thursday 7-9PMWeekend Brunch Sat & Sun 11:30-3PMWine Specials Sunday & Wednesday

5. ZINC New Haven

4.7

Exceptional(2977)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • New Haven

Booked 14 times today

Across from the historic New Haven Green, ZINC offers an innovative seed-to-plate menu that celebrates the surrounding community. Sustainable food has been the focus of ZINC since opening its doors in 1999 and has helped earn our place as a fixture in the downtown landscape. Our modern interpretation of “American Food” is local market inspired and globally infused with a focus on sustainable food, offering a dining experience fit for the most enthusiastic of foodies. ZINC offers a Wine Spectator award-winning wine menu.

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6. Te Amo Tequila Bar & Tacos

4.5

Awesome(346)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • New Haven

Booked 21 times today

Te Amo Tequila Bar & Tacos ( translation: I Love Tequila) is a modern Mexican restaurant and tequila bar featuring delicious tequila cocktails, and a completely unique taco experience. Whether you are going out for happy hour, date night or late night partying, the sophisticated atmosphere combined with two fully stocked bars & open kitchen will have you loving Te Amo. Located adjacent to the New Haven green, across from the Omni Hotel and through the plaza from the Shubert Theater.Noteworthy: Margaritas flights, flaming queso, one of a kind tacos, summer terrasse diningNot finding your available time? Check out our sister locations Barracuda Bistro & Bar & 80 PROOF American Kitchen & Bar (also on open table)

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7. Encore by Goodfellas

4.6

Exceptional(380)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • New Haven

Booked 33 times today

Goodfellas Restaurant is proud to present our newest venture, ENCORE by GOODFELLAS! New Haven’s most anticipated, fine dining establishment. With a combined 50 years in the restaurant industry, we bring a modern interpretation of an era when dining and entertainment went hand and hand; a space where eating and drinking and performances come alive in a luxury setting with exceptional service. Our newly renovated space boasts upper and lower level dining, a modern 40 seat bar and live entertainment every night. As always, our main commitment is on our award winning, well-rounded cuisine coupled with outstanding service. Our mission is to give our guests the ultimate night out with the highest quality food, wine, drink, service and entertainment.

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8. Gioia - Wooster Street New Haven

4.8

Exceptional(368)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • New Haven

Booked 37 times today

PLEASE NOTE: The rooftop at GIOIA does not accept reservations. Seating is first come, first served. Cheerful Italian food and drink in Wooster Square. Follow us @GioiaNHVOnline reservations are now available through our website!!!

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9. Pacifico - New Haven, CT

4.6

Exceptional(1418)

Price: Moderate

• Latin / Spanish • New Haven

Booked 11 times today

We are located in the heart of downtown New Haven NY times, Zagat, Hartford Courant rated, featuring extraordinary Nuevo-Latino cuisine. Along with traditional tapas, some of our signature dishes include Seafood Paella, Skirt Steak with Chino-Latino stir fried rice, Caramelized Salmon and Dulce de Leche Cheesecake. Among some other favorites are our Sangria and award winning Mojitos (Best Mojito – CT Magazine) which will surely liven your day.

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10. Heirloom - New Haven

4.3

Awesome(1512)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • New Haven

Booked 17 times today

A Farm Coastal Restaurant located inside the Study at Yale Hotel on Chapel Street at the heart of Yale University Campus in New Haven, CT. Our friends, farmers & growers in Connecticut, New England & beyond supply us with heritage ingredients showcasing the farm & coastal bounty, integral to American Heirloom Cooking. Our wine collection includes wines from Italy, Spain, France, Australia, Germany, South Africa and the United States. Our wine choices are eclectic and distinctive with a focus on value and boutique labels as well as Sustainable, Organic and Bio dynamic selections. Inviting warmth and hospitality, local-heartfelt fare; eclectic wines and cocktails and a commitment to honest service and value are paramount to the Heirloom experience.

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Stuart
New York City •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
What a great dinner! We were welcomed on arrival and had the best meal! Our waiter, Justin, was the best - friendly, funny and made terrific recommendations. We will be back.
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The Farm Italy Restaurant + BarPrice: Expensive• Italian• Huntington
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4.7
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David
New York City •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
It was solid and good but seems more expensive than ever, giving me pause
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ArtisanPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Southport
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4.7
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Brian
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
3rd time at The Essex. Food quality is top shelf. Eat at the bar and enjoy one of the best burgers you will ever have!
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The Essex BrasseriePrice: Moderate• French• Branford
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4.3
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Rachelle
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food was unique and delicious and the server was excellent!
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HOMEPrice: Moderate• American• Branford
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4.7
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Stephen
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 23, 2024
Everything was great. All 7 of us had great meals and there were no complaints as far as I remember. The ribeye was huge and flavorful. The mac and cheese app was very cheesy with a wonderful hint of smoke flavor. The seafood salad was very tasty as was the oysters on the half shell. I had the honey glazed salmon which was perfectly crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. Service was also very good. Phenomenal experience overall.
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Cast Iron Chef Chop House & Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• New Haven
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4.6

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30 restaurants available nearby

1. Saltbrick Prime

2. HOME

3. The Essex Brasserie

4. Harvest Wine Bar and Restaurant - New Haven

5. ZINC New Haven

6. Te Amo Tequila Bar & Tacos

7. Encore by Goodfellas

8. Gioia - Wooster Street New Haven

9. Pacifico - New Haven, CT

10. Heirloom - New Haven

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