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About Elm City Social

At Elm City Social, a trusted New American Restaurant in CT 06510, CT 06510, every visit brings bold flavors, thoughtful service, and a welcoming setting. Rated 4.30 stars from 858 reviews, we combine great food, great service and quality, and accessible facilities for an experience worth returning to.

★★★★☆ 4.30 rating (858 reviews)
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Est. Local Favorite

A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

Lisa Miller

Lisa Miller

3 months ago

Shout out to Robin for awesome service! We so appreciate you! Delicious Blackened Mahi Mahi GF tacos and wow! Terrific Gluten Free wings with three different dipping sauces. Coffee was superb too. Highly recommend! Saved to our favorites 😋🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Cosima Kymissis

Cosima Kymissis

5 months ago

Very cute place! They have a lot of fun drinks and the staff were all very nice. We didn’t love all the drinks on the flight, but the presentation made up for it.

Suchetana Saha

Suchetana Saha

4 months ago

The food was awesome as was their atmosphere. Everything ordered were perfect.

Lisa Munson Thomas

Lisa Munson Thomas

4 months ago

We had our holiday office party here for the first time ever, and it was a smashing success for all who attended. We reserved the loft area, which was a perfect spot for mingling, drinking and dining. The service was amazing - warm and efficient. Our bartender was sharp and so on top of things, and the food was wonderful. We had a choice of five appetizer/small plates and two main courses. The NY Strip was perfectly cooked and tender, and the Bourbon glazed salmon was simply delicious. I highly recommend ECS for your next gathering! BTW, Brunch is off the chain, too!

Najeeb Abdullah

Najeeb Abdullah

6 months ago

I came here for a friend's event. They had booked a room upstairs for a small gathering. The room has its own bar and is quite spacious. The staff were very nice and accommodating.

Kristin Brown

Kristin Brown

7 months ago

My husband and I went here before a concert. All the staff was friendly and on top of everything. The food was delicious and the drinks were cold. We will definitely visit again before a concert.

Missy

Missy

7 months ago

Wonderful service and great cocktails. The inside is spacious with a huge bar area. There is also an outdoor area in the front if you want to come with your pup. The rubber duck them is very different and yet appropriate given the history of New Haven.

Cassidy Wartschow

Cassidy Wartschow

2 months ago

Ordered the chicken and waffles and deviled eggs, both were so good and came out super fast. I had the Blueberry Bliss, my boyfriend got the Stunna, and we shared the Elm City Refresher. Great food, great drinks, and quick service. Definitely coming back!

Michael Scott

Michael Scott

4 months ago

Wife & I had a great date night here. The staff is very friendly, and the food was top notch. They definitely have a good chef in the back. And they also had some festive seasonal drinks that we really enjoyed. We will definitely come back to Elm City Social!

JoAnna Pope

JoAnna Pope

2 months ago

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Elm City Social delivered an incredible brunch experience today, and Alina truly made it exceptional. The restaurant was absolutely packed, yet she handled the rush with calm professionalism and warmth. She kept us informed about when drinks and food would arrive and checked in thoughtfully throughout, making sure everything came out exactly as it should. Even in the middle of a very busy service, she went above and beyond to take great care of us. And the food was phenomenal. The pork belly Benedict and short rib Benedict were both outstanding. Rich, flavorful, beautifully prepared, and easily some of the best brunch dishes we’ve had in a long time. We’re also so proud of the work Chef John is doing in the kitchen. It really shows in the quality and creativity coming out of Elm City Social right now. Between the incredible food and Alina’s attentive service, this was a brunch to remember. We’ll absolutely be back. 🍳🥂

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great wine list
  • Rooftop seating
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Happy-hour food
  • Late-night food
  • Private dining room
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • University students

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Paid parking garage
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Somewhat difficult to find a space

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

266 College St, New Haven

Reservations

+1 475-441-7436

Hours

Open Now · Wednesday 11:30 AM-12 AM
Sunday 11 AM-12 AM
Monday 11:30 AM-12 AM
Tuesday 11:30 AM-12 AM
Wednesday 11:30 AM-12 AM
Thursday 11:30 AM-12 AM
Friday 11:30 AM-2 AM
Saturday 11 AM-2 AM
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