New Haven Restaurant Week Welcomes Food Enthusiasts to Savor Elm City's Culinary Delights

New Haven, CT – It's that time of the year again when food aficionados and gastronomes unite to experience the eclectic flavors that make New Haven a culinary haven. New Haven Restaurant Week, a highly anticipated dining celebration, is back, inviting diners to explore the mouthwatering offerings of the city's vibrant restaurant scene.

Running from November 5 to November 10, this delectable event promises to be a feast for the senses. Elm City, renowned for its diverse dining experiences, has lined up a fantastic array of eateries that will delight the palates of all who participate.

The Shops at Yale, a hub of shopping and dining in the heart of New Haven, has a special treat for restaurant-goers. They are offering free 2-hour parking with a same-day paper receipt for a minimum spend of $50 at any of the participating restaurants. The participating parking lots are conveniently located at 255 Crown Street and 56 Broadway, making it easy for diners to explore the culinary delights without the hassle of parking. This offer is exclusively available during the New Haven Restaurant Week, from November 5 to November 10.

For those looking to enjoy a leisurely lunch during this culinary celebration, Park New Haven has an enticing offer. Diners can enjoy a $5 parking rate during lunch hours at the Crown Street and Temple Street Garages. This promotion is available between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. from November 5 to November 10, making it a perfect opportunity for a midday culinary escape in Elm City.

Whether you're a local resident or a visitor to New Haven, Restaurant Week is the ideal time to indulge in the city's diverse culinary scene, from fine dining to casual eateries. With convenient parking offers from The Shops at Yale and Park New Haven, exploring the delectable offerings of Elm City has never been easier.

Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to savor the best of New Haven's culinary delights. New Haven Restaurant Week promises a gastronomic adventure that will leave you craving for more.

For a complete list of participating restaurants visit https://www.infonewhaven.com/restaurantweek/

Alternate Universe featured in Seasons Magazine

Check out the feature story in Seasons Magazine on Alternate Universe, the comic book shop which has been a staple in the Chapel West District for more than 25 years.

“Need an escape from the realities of the world, a nostalgic visit to reconnect with childhood friends, or a quick rescue from a superhero or two? Then perhaps you need to step into another universe. Alternate Universe is a little Chapel Street store in downtown New Haven that for decades has been a refuge from the realities of politics, pandemic and personal strife…” wrote Frank Rizzo.

Read the full story here.

New Haven Restaurant Week returns

New Haven Restaurant Week is back.

New Haven Restaurant Week is Connecticut’s highly anticipated celebration of dining throughout Elm City. The program invites diners to sample the incredible array of eateries that make up the City’s culinary scene.

The event features 24 restaurants around the Elm City, including Chapel West’s Atelier Florian and Heirloom at The Study.

The Shops at Yale will offer free 2-hour parking with a same-day purchase of $50 or more from participating restaurants at lots located at 255 Crown Street (behind Pacifico and South Bay) and 56 Broadway (across from J.Crew).

Park New Haven will offer a $5 parking rate during lunch in the Crown Street and Temple Street Garages. Offer is applicable October 16 – 29 between 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

For more information about New Haven Restaurant Week, please visit https://www.infonewhaven.com/nhrw22/

Chapel West featured in New Haven Biz

“Less and less masks and more and more people.”

That’s what Anthony Giano is seeing outside of his window on Chapel Street, and that’s what he credits for the recent spate of new restaurants opening in the Chapel West Special Services District. Operations manager for Chapel West, Giano said he estimates that foot traffic in the Yale-adjacent business district now equals or exceeds pre-pandemic levels. 

Read the full story at newhavenbiz.com.

Former Chapel West President Passes Away

Former Chapel West President Vincent Romei Sr. passed away earlier this week. Vin was instrumental in the growth of the district. He was known for his unending work ethic and passion for community involvement. Vin was also a founding member of the Bank of New Haven, a partner and treasurer of L.G. Defelice Construction Company and The Colony Inn of New Haven. 

Calling hours will take place on Monday, July 18 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at West Haven Funeral Home at the Green. A formal procession will depart the funeral home at 10:45a.m. for a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated in the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption of Woodbridge, at 11 a.m. Interment will immediately follow in Milford Side Burying Ground, Woodbridge. 

Read Vin’s obituary here.

The Cannon Officially Opens

City of New Haven Press release

On Thursday, July 7, New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker joined city and business leaders to celebrate the opening of the newest restaurant and bar in the Dwight neighborhood, The Cannon.

The Cannon gets its name from the English soccer team, Arsenal, and is the home pub for local Arsenal fans, the New Haven Gooners. As the only vegan and vegetarian sports pub in town, The Cannon is bringing new life to a site that has been unoccupied in recent years and is a gateway to the historic Dwight neighborhood. 

 Co-owners Kevin MacKenzie, Tessa Davis and Skyller Melton created The Cannon at the site of a former dry-cleaning business. The partners said they wanted to blend unique vegetarian and vegan eats with local beers, superb cocktails and a sports-friendly atmosphere.

Check out the news stories about the official grand opening below:
Fox61 News - HERE
New Haven Independent - HERE
New Haven Biz - HERE

Window Art Stroll & Contest Returns

Press release from Shops at Yale

The 2nd Annual Window Art Stroll & Contest is returning to downtown New Haven on May 7! This event is designed to showcase the walkability of historic downtown and the amazing talent of 30 New Haven and Connecticut artists, while creating a vibrant downtown community.

 Artists will paint summer-themed window art on store and restaurant windows on Saturday, May 7 beginning at 9:00am (rain date May 8). The artwork will then be displayed for 3 full weeks through Monday, May 30 for public voting. Free printed stroll maps are available inside participating merchants.

Download a hi-res stroll map here

Be sure to check out Hull’s Art Supply & Framing
and More Amour Boutique in the Chapel West District

 Prizes will be awarded to artists for the best windows via an online people’s choice voting system – First Place $500 to L.L.Bean, Second Place $250 to Patagonia and Third Place $125 to Sneaker Junkies! Best Summer Theme in each district will win $100 gift card to a retailer in that district. Voters will automatically be entered to win 1 of 10 $50 gift cards to local merchants – Villa Lulu, lululemon, Harvest, J.Crew, Basta Trattoria, Urban Outfitters, Claire’s Corner Copia, Walker-Loden, Atticus Bookstore Cafe and Lou Lou Boutiques. Winners will be announced during the week of June 6.

 NEW  this year, guests will have an opportunity to purchase artwork from participating artists at the inaugural Spring Outdoor Art Sale, taking place on Saturdays, May 14 and May 21 from 11am-3pm on Broadway Island in New Haven (at 56 Broadway). Live music by local musicians will add to the festivities. Rain dates are the following day. 

Free parking will be offered on May 14 and May 21 from 11am-3pm at the 150 York Street Garage. Simply bring your parking ticket from the garage to The Shops at Yale tent on Broadway Island for a validation stamp.

Chapel West Welcomes More Amour Boutique

Press release

New Haven, CT – Yale University Properties is excited to announce the official ribbon cutting for More Amour Boutique in the Chapel Street Historic District of downtown New Haven on Wednesday, April 6 at 2:30pm.

Immediately following the ribbon cutting, guests can enjoy a DJ from 2:30pm-4:30pm, a performance by local singer STOUT, and light refreshments and hors’ d’oeuvres. More Amour Boutique is an independently owned, woman-owned, and black-owned small business, offering edgy, fashion-forward women’s clothing and accessories that cater to a variety of styles and budgets.

The owner, Kim Poole, is no stranger to the fashion industry, having worked for Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue as a sales associate. She uses her years of experience and expertise from working with name-brand designers when curating her collection of one-of-a-kind, statementmaking pieces. Although many of her loyal clientele is from the surrounding area, Kim has many customers who come from all over the country and make a point of visiting her store when they’re in town. New Haven has always been Kim’s dream location for opening her own boutique because of its walkability and stylish clientele, but her decision to move to this particular space on Chapel Street was one made out of nostalgia.

“I was walking down Chapel Street one day and came across this space that was available for lease, and I knew I had to have it,” says Kim. “It reminded me of the type of boutiques that I would see in my hometown of Baltimore, Maryland, and it instantly reminded me of home.”

More Amour Boutique, located at 1130 Chapel Street in New Haven, is open Monday-Saturday, 10:00am-7:00pm. Convenient hourly parking is available at The Shops at Yale parking lot located at 161 York Street, behind Harvest Wine Bar & Restaurant and the Yale Center for British Art. Visit TheShopsatYale.com/Park for directions.

“We are excited to celebrate the opening of a new business at The Shops at Yale and delighted to welcome a woman and minority-owned small business to New Haven,” said Lauren Zucker, Yale University Associate Vice President for New Haven Affairs and University Properties. “Yale University’s community investment program supports independently-owned businesses, bringing jobs to New Haven residents and expanding the city’s tax base.”