The Best Bars
in New Haven

6 Best Bars in New Haven

Bar
254 Crown St.

With a name like Bar, it has to be on the list of best New Haven bars! Try one of the house beers like the Bar Lager or the Bar or the Bar Hop Fusions. If you don’t like those, don’t worry; Bar is always adding some new ones to its list. If you’re not a beer person, there are cocktails like The Classic Bar Lemonade and the Bar Daiquiri.

Don’t forget to order some food to go along with your drinks. Bar is not only a great bar, but it’s also a fantastic pizza joint. There are so many different types of pizzas to choose from, but our favorite has to be the mashed potato and bacon pie.

Hear What Visitors Have to Say:

“Plenty of beers on tap that change often so you can try a new beer almost every time you visit.” -Ken L. (Yelp)

Barcade
56 Orange St.

What do you get when you combine an arcade and a bar? It’s Barcade and there’s one right in New Haven. Barcade is the largest arcade bar operator in the United States. Expect to see anywhere between 40-75 video games and pinball machines, mostly from the 1980s. 

You can also try one of up to 30 American craft beers on draft.  Barcade occasionally works with some great American craft breweries to bring unique beers in small batches. Don’t like beer? No problem. There are some pretty cool drinks on the menu like Smoky Paloma or the Lava Man. 

While you’re playing and drinking, you’re probably going to want a snack. Barcade serves food too with menu items such as loaded fries, burgers, and of course tater tots…take it way back with a childhood snack to go along with those retro games!

Hear What Visitors Have to Say:

“My group and I appreciated the cocktail list and some ciders, while others appreciated the extensive beer list. “ -Brandon K. (Yelp)

Trinity Bar

157 Orange St.

The New Haven bar scene wouldn’t be complete without a traditional Irish Pub. That’s just what you get at Trinity Bar.  If you love your beer, this place is for you. There are plenty of beers on tap and they change frequently. So, every time you visit, you can try something new!

Trinity offers a full-service bar and restaurant featuring live music, sports, and a casual atmosphere. You’ll feel like you’re in Dublin when you step in. Try the beef and Guinness stew or Shane’s Shepherd Pie for a taste of Ireland. Trinity Bar is a fun place with a chill atmosphere which is one of the reasons why it’s so popular in the Elm City.

Hear What Visitors Have to Say:

“Overall Trinity feels like a nice low key sports bar vibe that you would always have a good time at. It’s pretty dimly lit and has a nice energy.” -Elizabeth O. (Yelp)

As you can see, there’s something for everyone from tequila to fresh brews to video games on the side. Try one or try them all as you raise a glass to the best bars in New Haven. Remember to always drink responsibly!