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19 Top-Rated Steakhouses in Hamden, Connecticut 2024

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  • Image of The Playwright Irish Pub Restaurant &Banquet Facility

    The Playwright Irish Pub Restaurant &Banquet Facility

    4.5

    The Playwright Irish Pub Restaurant &Banquet Facility, 1232 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06517

    Irish pub & family-friendly restaurant with a wide-ranging menu in classic tavern digs with a patio.

    One review mentioned:

    Food, drink and atmosphere was stellar. pic/vid is of the shepherds pie and steak fries. def recommend!

    Closed on:  Open All Days

    Timing:  1:30 PM-12 AM

    Style:  Irish pub

    (203) 287-2401
  • Image of Wood-n-Tap - Hamden

    Wood-N-Tap – Hamden

    4.2

    Wood-n-Tap - Hamden, 2100 Dixwell Ave, Hamden, CT 06514

    Roomy, family-friendly hangout offering craft beers, american comfort food & tvs airing sports.

    One review mentioned:

    Had a great time there. everything was so good. the service was amazing, and the drinks yum

    Closed on:  Open All Days

    Timing:  11 AM-10:30 PM

    Style:  Bar & grill

    (203) 248-9663
  • Image of Hamden Town House

    Hamden Town House

    4.2

    Hamden Town House, 2256 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518

    Old-school eatery featuring traditional american meals, including all-day breakfast options.

    One review mentioned:

    Food is always great and staff is always so pleasant. we love this place!

    Closed on:  Open All Days

    Timing:  7:30 AM-9 PM

    Style:  American restaurant

    (203) 288-8118
  • Image of Kumo

    Kumo

    4.3

    Kumo, 218 Skiff St, Hamden, CT 06517

    To our loyal customers,
    hibachi is finally open!! after three years of no hibachi, we will finally re-open the hibachi tables starting the 29th. we will have them open weekly wednesday to sunday!
    we thank you all for the wait,
    kumo

    One review mentioned:

    I went here the other night for dinner with my wife. weve been a few times over the past year. we ordered 3 sushi rolls, a few hand rolls, general tsos chicken and a side of hibachi noodles. as always, everything was very good and tasted fresh. for the price, the sushi is very good, especially compared to some other places that charge close to double for similar rolls. my only minor issue is that they charged an extra $2 for a small side of sriracha sauce we used for the hand rolls, but they did let us know before and we agreed, so it wasnt a blind side or anything. overall, everything was great and well be back again!

    Closed on:  Open All Days

    Timing:  11 AM-9:30 PM

    Style:  Japanese restaurant

    (203) 281-3166
  • Image of Ristorante Luce

    Ristorante Luce

    4.5

    Ristorante Luce, 2987 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518

    The iannaccone family welcomes you to ristorante luce, formerly named raffaello’s ristorante of hamden, ct. we invite you to dine with us in our beautifully renovated dining room or join us for cocktails or dinner in our new elegant cocktail lounge. during the summer months our patio is also open for dining or cocktails.
    as recipients of the wine spectators best of award of excellence for several consecutive years, our wine program is a very important part of the restaurant. our wine list includes over 1,000 selections which span five decades.

    One review mentioned:

    Came here with a party of 7. we had a wonder waitress named maria. she was very accommodating. we had a prefixed lunch what included our choice of an appetizer, salad, and entree. just absolutely delicious food. homemade bread. i had the chicken limonte, mashed potatoes, spinach, bread, salad, and appetizer was fried calamari. i can t wait to come back again. definitely a 5 star restaurant. dietary restrictions: for gluten free pasta i believe it was an extra $4.00.

    Closed on:  Sunday

    Timing:  11:30 AM-2:30 PM, 5-9 PM

    Style:  Italian restaurant

    (203) 407-8000
  • Image of Side Street Bar & Grill

    Side Street Bar & Grill

    4.4

    Side Street Bar & Grill, 15 Dickerman St, Hamden, CT 06518

    Unpretentious watering hole with many draft beers, an offbeat pub grub menu & patio seating.

    One review mentioned:

    Place was awesome sat night!! i had close to 40 people show up for a flag football game and frank the owner was awesome along with his wife!!! the service and atmosphere was awesome!! thanks so much!! tony and laura

    Closed on:  Open All Days

    Timing:  4 PM-12 AM

    Style:  Bar

    (203) 407-1539
  • Image of Ibiza Restaurant Hamden

    Ibiza Restaurant Hamden

    4.5

    Ibiza Restaurant Hamden, 1832 Dixwell Ave #3105, Hamden, CT 06514

    Tapas & other spanish cuisine paired with wines in a boldly colored space with a patio.

    One review mentioned:

    If i could give it six stars i would. we had several of their small plates and one large plate. they have choices for everybody with two full pages of menu items. highly recommend. the beans and sausage small plate was our favorite; a little smokey tasting and oh so good.

    Closed on:  Monday

    Timing:  12-11 PM

    Style:  Spanish restaurant

    (203) 691-7027
  • Image of Ixtapa Grille Family Mexican Restaurant

    Ixtapa Grille Family Mexican Restaurant

    4.3

    Ixtapa Grille Family Mexican Restaurant, 2547 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518

    App ixtapa grille ct

    One review mentioned:

    I recently visited new haven & tried out this mexican restaurant, and i must say it was an exceptional experience. from the moment i walked through the door, i was greeted warmly by the friendly staffs. the restaurant itself had a vibrant and colorful decor, reflecting the rich culture and heritage of mexico. the seating was comfortable, and the tables were adorned with traditional mexican accents. the menu at ixtapa mexican grill offers a wide variety of authentic mexican dishes. they offer free salsa and chips. the chips were perfectly crispy and served warm. it was a great way to begin the meal. for the main course, we ordered tacos, chimichanga, enchiladas, fajita combo- chicken, steak & shrimp, fajita melted burger, and grilled steak quasedilla. the presentation of the foods was impeccable, the aroma was tantalizing, and the amount was too good! the dishes were accompanied by mexican rice and a item made with beans, which were cooked to perfection. i don t have a mexican tastebud but i must say their foods exceeded my expectations in every way. i highly recommend giving ixtapa mexican grill a try. parking: parking is ample & easy to park! kid-friendliness: they offer high chair for kids!

    Closed on:  Open All Days

    Timing:  11 AM-9 PM

    Style:  Mexican restaurant

    (203) 230-2586
  • Image of Eli's On Whitney

    Eli’S On Whitney

    4.3

    Eli's On Whitney, 2392 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518

    At eli’s on whitney, our flagship location, we offer casual american food with a sophisticated flair. centrally located on whitney avenue in hamden, our menu offers fresh seafood, salads, mouth-watering burgers, steaks and enticing appetizers. our eighty foot horseshoe bar with 23 hd tvs, 25 beers on tap, a selection of eight wines by the glass, five wines on draft, specialty martinis and late night menu makes eli’s the perfect place to reconnect with old friends or make new ones.

    One review mentioned:

    I was there three times over two days. the staff is very friendly and accommodated our large group. the maple bourbon creme brulee was so good it was all i could do to keep from licking the dish. i also tried the jumbo bavarian pretzel and the fish tacos and the philly steak egg rolls. all very tasty. but that creme brulee… wow.

    Closed on:  Open All Days

    Timing:  11:30 AM-12 AM

    Style:  American restaurant

    (203) 287-1101
  • Image of Sonobana

    Sonobana

    4.4

    Sonobana, 1206 Dixwell Ave, Hamden, CT 06514

    Simply decorated storefront serving a popular array of sushi, noodles & kitchen entrees.

    One review mentioned:

    Very reasonable pricing, very generous portions of very good sushi. i really liked the volcano roll, the different tunas. quiet, friendly atmosphere. i think its a good sign when you see japanese people eating at a japanese restaurant.

    Closed on:  Open All Days

    Timing:  4-8:30 PM

    Style:  Japanese restaurant

    (203) 281-4542
  • Image of Charlie & James Place

    Charlie & James Place

    4.0

    Charlie & James Place, 1350 Dixwell Ave, Hamden, CT 06514

    Your soul food bar & grill! happy hour drink specials! !!

    One review mentioned:

    I didnt get to try the food due to arriving after the kitchen closed, but you could still smell it in the air. smelled beautiful. the bar tender was really nice and the music was lit. very chill spot, cant wait to try the soul food next time.

    Closed on:  Monday, Tuesday, Sunday

    Timing:  4 PM-2 AM

    Style:  Soul food restaurant

    (203) 780-8826
  • Image of Thai Spice Restaurant

    Thai Spice Restaurant

    4.3

    Thai Spice Restaurant, 2100 Dixwell Ave, Hamden, CT 06514

    Cozy counter-serve operation preparing traditional thai standards to eat in or take out.

    One review mentioned:

    Stopped at tesla supercharger and had various lunch options. thai spice was great. i think they specialize in delivery since there are just a few tables but it was clean and the people were very friendly. i ordered a lunch special with green curry and side of dumplings. i also ordered a tom yum soup with shrimp. everything was absolutely fantastic. i highly recommend this place.

    Closed on:  Open All Days

    Timing:  11 AM-9 PM

    Style:  Thai restaurant

    (203) 230-2240
  • Image of La Isla

    La Isla

    4.7

    La Isla, 2779 Dixwell Ave, Hamden, CT 06518

    At la isla we offer quality services that go a long way to ensuring that your requirements are well met. we have experienced and trained professionals who have the relevant technical knowledge on the subject matter. our customer service goes above and beyond – and our reviews show that you can trust us. feel free to get in touch anytime to discuss further.

    One review mentioned:

    Best spanish spot in ct for sure. the food is fresh and flavorful, customer service is amazing, and the portions are great too. i m still thinking about the passion fruit juice ! my mom and i went here on a whim & we re glad we did because we ll definitely be back.

    Closed on:  Sunday

    Timing:  11:30 AM-7:30 PM

    Style:  Restaurant

    (203) 891-5170
  • Image of Cafe Amici

    Cafe Amici

    4.3

    Cafe Amici, 1640 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06517

    We offer an extensive menu that’s certain to satisfy anyone’s appetite.

    tasty, timeless classics, amazing appetizers,savory soups and salads, fabulous favorites…amici spares no expense in procuring the finestand freshest ingredients for our kitchen to preparewith the utmost care.

    our menu includes only hand selected premiumquality poultry and the freshest seafood, simplyand perfectly prepared as you prefer, accompaniedwith our traditional homemade pastas.

    if you were looking forward to a dish not listed onthis menu, please don’t hesitate to ask your serverif it is available; we will always do our best toaccommodate all special requests.

    One review mentioned:

    Cafe amici is everything i expect from an italian restaurant. the staff is very friendly and professional. inside and outside are kept clean. atmosphere is very family friendly. to put a cherry in top, the food is phenomenal. i will definitely be returning for another meal sometime in the future. located on whitney ave across the street from wells fargo or walgreens. there is no direct highway to get there. if youre on rt15 take exit 61. if youre on i91 take exit 5, or exit 10>40 connector>exit 1. do yourself a favor and make the drive. its well worth it.

    Closed on:  Open All Days

    Timing:  11:30 AM-12 AM

    Style:  Italian restaurant

    (203) 848-1682
  • Image of Sushi Palace

    Sushi Palace

    4.4

    Sushi Palace, 1473 Dixwell Ave, Hamden, CT 06514

    Part of a small chain, this eatery serves all-you-can-eat buffet with sushi & japanese fare.

    One review mentioned:

    The all you can eat sushi is a great deal- cost-effective if you come hungry and the quality of the fish and other ingredients is great. everything is delicious: from the basics like edamame and miso soup, to the creative rolls like the godzilla, to the dessert (try the red bean ice cream). i always look forward to returning. vegetarian options: vegetarian options available in terms of soup, tempura, sushi (and other main dishes), and dessert.

    Closed on:  Open All Days

    Timing:  12-9:30 PM

    Style:  Sushi restaurant

    (203) 230-8875
  • Image of Freskos

    Freskos

    4.6

    Freskos, 2323 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518

    Freskos is a modern greek fast casual restaurant serving fresh meats, salads & yogurts.

    One review mentioned:

    I wanted fast food but not from a fast food restaurant i skipped the big 3 and as i am a meat eater and love fries i tried local places but the cost was too high for the quality of the food. i think i found my lunch spot. the gyros sandwich was very good and it had enough meat for this 200 pound man. the fries were good enough but you can substitute a soup or a salad if you want or need healthier options. i bought the gyros sandwich combo and it was much less than a combo meal from the big 3. parking is plentiful but you have to really look to find the entry point but after that it was easy to park and walk to the restaurant. they have both indoor and outdoor seating and the inside is very beautiful and gave me a feeling of visiting greece if only for a few minutes.also on health front the combo does not mean just pepsi/coke they have carbonated choices that have no sugar! i really believe if you wanted to you could assemble a truly healthy choice for lunch at this restaurant.

    Closed on:  Sunday

    Timing:  11 AM-8 PM

    Style:  Greek restaurant

    (203) 823-9951
  • Image of Glenwood Drive-In

    Glenwood Drive-In

    4.5

    Glenwood Drive-In, 2538 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518

    Old-fashioned quick-stop snack spot for hot dogs, burgers & casual seafood eats, since 1955.

    One review mentioned:

    The food is always delicious!! cant beat their hot dogs. and french fries and onion rings are great too. food is ready quickly. the staff is always so friendly and helpful.

    Closed on:  Open All Days

    Timing:  11 AM-8 PM

    Style:  Hot dog restaurant

    (203) 281-0604
  • Image of Bangkok Boulevard

    Bangkok Boulevard

    4.3

    Bangkok Boulevard, 3000 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518

    Delicious, healthy, affordable and fresh thai food for you and your family. that’s what’s on our menu – and we are glad you’ve stopped by for a little taste.

    our food is all made with natural, fresh ingredients that we source locally. let us know if you have dietary restrictions – our friendly staff will help you find just the meal you want. we also can alter the spiciness according to your preference. everyday we make sure that we live up to our motto fresh, fast, friendly to serve our value customers.

    One review mentioned:

    Another local restaurant that ive driven by many times and never stopped in untill a friend recommended it. so glad she did! everything was delicious, priced fairly, and great service too.

    Closed on:  Open All Days

    Timing:  11:30 AM-9:30 PM

    Style:  Thai restaurant

    (203) 288-9998
  • Image of Three Brothers Diner

    Three Brothers Diner

    4.1

    Three Brothers Diner, 1038 Dixwell Ave, Hamden, CT 06514

    Easygoing diner offering american comfort fare such as burgers & breakfast items plus take-out.

    One review mentioned:

    Omg! talk about food that makes you want to come back! 5 stars for many reasons. excellent service was provided all the way through from start to finish. food was delivered very quickly and it was hot and delicious! fries were crispy, sandwich was moist and yummy, dont even get me started on the (custom) banana nutella french toast! my wife tried the avacado omelette and also gave it 5 stars! even the cole slaw was good, and we never eat the cole slaw! coffee was hot and perfectly robust i believe its omar coffee brand but for some reason it tastes better than other restaurants lol im not sure what theyre doing better. prices were fair considering prices are going up everywhere, we still kept it under $50 not including tip. definitely plan on coming back!

    Closed on:  Open All Days

    Timing:  6 AM-12 AM

    Style:  Diner

    (203) 777-9420
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