Union League Cafe

Located across from Yale University in the heart of New Haven’s entertainment district, Union League Cafe (formerly Robert Henry’s way back in the day) offers the charm of a Parisian brasserie. Attentive staff and service rule here. Of particular mention is their appetizer of Duck Leg Confit and their black sea bass with a wonderful fennel-inspired garnish.

This is my favorite restaurant in Connecticut. The service is always impeccable, the ambiance is elegant and inviting, and the food leaves nothing to be desired. You might even have dreams about it. The wine list is extensive and exceptional (with a good representation from Alsace, which is important). If you want to impress someone, bring them here. If they aren't impressed, do NOT dine with them again.

I felt a little underdressed not having a blazer on like most of the patrons. The place is very fancy and service is efficient (although the server was a bit lacking on knowledge regarding the cheese options). Some of the food items were terrific, others were mediocre. The atmosphere was a bit subdued and the lighting could use an upgrade. The building itself was quite nice and looked like a nostalgic remnant of the old days.

Amazing food but ruined by the service. I came here for restaurant week with my mother to stop by for a nice lunch on my day off.

First off, sparkling water is an extra charge. The good old tactic of asking if you would like something without disclosing if it even has a price is used here.

I got a scallop dish which was very good. As with shellfish, I encountered sand in the scallops, lots of sand that really ruined the texture of the dish when I would suddenly get crunching.
I asked my waitress what could be done about it, but she gave me a scowl and treated me with contempt. She did bring out another plate of it, but acted like she was high and mighty... I just wanted to enjoy my scallops without particulate matter in it.

I don't think I'll be heading back there anytime soon given the poor treatment from that particular waitress and the steep prices. If I were to treat myself to a nice dinner, I'd opt for Tarry Lodge personally with their exceptional service.

Fancy restaurant, old fashioned, good quick service, good food, nice and quiet, on the darker side.
The food is a mixed bag - some dishes good, like the mushroom side dish with the mains. The boar was a bit on the tough and dry side, but tasted good. Clams and mussels did not taste that good, but the shrimp were nice. Tiny amounts of cheese for the cheese selection, but loads of bread to go with it. Some of the bread is very good. The cheeses were nothing special, but not bad either.
Seating on couches requires some squeezing in and it is annoying that some people have to get up for others to get to their seats. Some parts of the couch are tilted to the side, and the sitting on an angled surface gets uncomfortable.
Toilet urinal none too clean, otherwise toilet ordinary, a bit dated.