Best of East Haven, CT
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in East Haven, CT — mapped and organized by category.
About East Haven
East Haven is a town in New Haven County, Connecticut, situated just three miles east of New Haven. It serves as part of the South Central Connecticut Planning Region with a population of 27,923 recorded in the 2020 census. The location places it within easy reach of major cities like Hartford and Boston.
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Bear’s Smokehouse
Bear’s Smokehouse serves barbecue in the Goatville neighborhood.
View details →Best Hotels in East Haven
6 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Hotel Marcel
Hotel Marcel offers comfortable accommodations in the Long Wharf area.
Best Restaurants in East Haven
33 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Bear’s Smokehouse
Bear’s Smokehouse serves barbecue in the Goatville neighborhood.
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Gia Marie's Pizzeria
Gia Marie's Pizzeria serves pizza in the Quinnipiac Meadows neighborhood.
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Annex Pizza
Annex Pizza is a pizza restaurant located in the Annex neighborhood. It offers a variety of pizzas for guests to enjoy.
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Da Legna at Nolo
Da Legna at Nolo serves Italian cuisine in the Mill River neighborhood.
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Fair Haven Oyster Co.
Fair Haven Oyster Co. serves fresh seafood in the Fair Haven neighborhood.
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La Esquina Del Mofongo
La Esquina Del Mofongo is a Puerto Rican restaurant located in The Hill, offering Latin American dishes.
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Madeline's Empanaderia
Madeline's Empanaderia offers Spanish cuisine in Fair Haven.
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Pizza by Romano's
Pizza by Romano's is a pizza restaurant located in Fair Haven.
Best Parks & Outdoors in East Haven
9 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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English Street Community Garden
The English Street Community Garden is a park located in the Fair Haven neighborhood.
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Ferry Street Farm
Ferry Street Farm is a local park located in the Fair Haven neighborhood.
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Lighthouse Point Park
Lighthouse Point Park is an 82‑acre park in the East Shore neighborhood that offers views of Downtown New Haven from its location at the eastern point of New Haven Harbor.
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Pearl Harbor Memorial Park
Pearl Harbor Memorial Park is a public park located in the Mill River neighborhood.
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Grand Acres Community Garden
Grand Acres Community Garden is a park located in the Fair Haven neighborhood.
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Nathan Hale Park
Nathan Hale Park is a 20‑acre park on the east shore of New Haven Harbor that includes the site of a 1659 fort, a Revolutionary War‑era fort, and a Civil War‑era fort. Educational programs are offered throughout the year to local school students.
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