Restaurants near University of New Haven

Service was excellent - food was awesome as reasonably priced

It's a wonderful restaurant. Avi is a genius. Among Gioia's many merits is that they regularly add new dishes to the menu. Plenty of vegetarian options. I brought some Italians from Milan who were very impressed by the authenticity and quality.

Very creative presentations of terrific food. Was there recently for the third time to celebrate an anniversary and it was a third time home run. Top shelf all the way from creative cocktails to the do not miss desserts.

We had a table for five plus a baby for lunch. Interesting and flavorful menu. Pulled duck tostados were excellent. One friend said the chicken sandwich was the best meal she had over the Christmas/Hanukah holiday. Kitchen made an easy substitution for a food allergy. Only slight gripe was that it was chilly sitting at the front table in the window. Will definitely be back!

This is our regular Christmas or Thanksgiving location. It’s never disappointed. Pricing isn’t “holiday inflated”, food is always on point, service is stellar. I’m big on cocktails and theirs are lovely. Thought out and executed well. Huge wine selection, and deserts that don’t disappoint. Put this place on your list.