Family-Friendly Restaurants in Downtown
The best family-friendly restaurants in Downtown, New Haven
12 hand-picked family-friendly restaurants spots in Downtown. Part of our wider Family-Friendly Restaurants guide and Downtown coverage.
RestaurantsMiyas Sushi
Legendary sustainable sushi from the late Bun Lai. Invasive species rolls and creative Japanese cuisine that earned national attention.
BarsTrinity Bar & Grill
A Crown Street staple with solid pub food, stiff drinks, and a chill late-night atmosphere.
BarsBar
Nightclub meets pizzeria — famous for its mashed potato pizza and live music.
Breakfast & CoffeeKoffee?
Downtown coffeehouse with fair-trade brews, housemade pastries, and sandwiches in a cozy brick-walled space.
Breakfast & CoffeeWilloughby's Coffee & Tea
Local roaster and cafe with a wide selection of single-origin coffees.
Breakfast & CoffeeAtticus Bookstore Cafe
Beloved bookstore-cafe on the Green serving fresh-baked pastries since 1975.
RestaurantsThe Luke Brasserie
Contemporary Mediterranean brasserie in the historic Taft Building. Shared plates, stunning interiors, and a must-visit cocktail program.
RestaurantsStrega
Elevated Italian dining on Chapel Street with Gambero Rosso distinction. Imported ingredients, handmade pasta, and a wine list that transports you to Italy.
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RestaurantsOlea
Stylish Spanish-inspired restaurant serving tapas, paella, and wine.
RestaurantsHeirloom
Farm-to-table restaurant with creative New American dishes and craft cocktails.
RestaurantsUnion League Cafe
Upscale French bistro in a stunning Beaux-Arts building on Chapel Street.