Discover 80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar, a standout Restaurants serving guests in CT 06510, CT 06510. With a 4.20-star rating from 440 reviews, we’re proud to offer memorable dining, great service and quality, and accessible facilities for a welcoming experience.
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Our Story
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.
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Food & Drinks
Crispy fresh Romaine with a homemade Caesar dressing, parmesan cheese and pumpernickel croutons
Arugula salad topped with goat cheese, oranges, grapefruit, toasted pepitas and fresh ground black pepper drizzled with olive oil and honey
Kale, parmesan cheese, croutons and Caesar dressing
Mixed greens, dried cherries, cucumber, red onions, tomatoes, gorgonzola with balsamic dressing
Watermelon, cucumber, basil, red onions and feta cheese, dressed with lemon and olive oil
Kale, strawberries, cucumbers, goat cheese and balsamic dressing
Served with linguini, bread and your choice of soup or salad
Breaded chicken topped with marinara sauce, mozzarella and parmesan cheese, served over linguine
Sauteed chicken breast with garlic, roasted peppers, cherry peppers, artichokes and fingerling potatoes in a white wine reduction sauce
Choice or red, white, or lobster cream mussels over fettuccine, served with focaccia bread and your choice of soup or salad
8oz hanger steak with chimichurri sauce served with mashed potatoes and your choice of sautéed mixed vegetables, soup or salad
Grilled salmon topped with avocado, jicama, red onions, tomatoes and cilantro served with rice
Salmon in a lemon butter sauce served with mashed potatoes and your choice of sautéed mixed vegetables, soup, or salad
Served with linguini and bread and your choice of soup or salad
Spicy shrimp tossed with marinara sauce served over linguine and topped with parmesan cheese
Shrimp, mussels, calamari, and cod sautéed in a fish stock with garlic, tomatoes, olive oil over linguine
Mushroom ravioli in a white wine sauce with spinach, mushrooms and garlic and topped with Romano cheese. Served with bread and your choice of soup or salad
(3) Grilled chicken tacos topped with lettuce, pico de Gallo and an avocado cilantro crema
Barracuda's famous mac n cheese with a homemade 3 cheese sauce
(3) Cajun grilled mahi mahi, romaine, pico de gallo and topped with chipotle crema
Fresh fried cod, served with a housemade tartar sauce, coleslaw and your choice of fries, Cajun fries, waffle fries, or side salad.
(3) Mushroom tacos sauteed in garlic & olive oil and topped with lettuce, pico de gallo and a wasabi crema
(3) Fried fish tacos topped with romaine, pico de Gallo and chipotle aioli
(3) Short rib tacos topped with lettuce & pico de gallo
Fried wonton chips topped with diced raw tuna, seaweed salad, pickled red onions, spicy mayo, wasabi cream sauce, and sesame seeds
Choice of homemade BBQ sauce, Honey Chipotle, Buffalo, Mango Habanero, Garlic Parmesan, Mango Pineapple BBQ, Teriyaki, Honey Hot, Sweet Red Chili, Jamaican Jerk, Lemon Pepper, Bourbon Bacon, PB&J, Latin Flair or Dry Rub (choose up to 2). Served with carrots and celery and ranch or blue cheese *Latin Flair served with adobo, red onion, jalapeños with ranch and chipotle mayo
English muffin topped with tomatoes, red onions, avocado, and poached eggs topped with Hollandaise sauce and scallions. Served with roasted garlic potatoes
Topped with cheddar cheese and sour cream, served with toasted bread
Crispy fresh Romaine with a homemade Caesar dressing, parmesan cheese and pumpernickel croutons
Kale, strawberries, cucumbers, goat cheese and balsamic dressing
Choice of homemade BBQ sauce, Honey Chipotle, Buffalo, Mango Habanero, Garlic Parmesan, Mango Pineapple BBQ, Teriyaki, Honey Hot, Sweet Red Chili, Jamaican Jerk, Lemon Pepper, Bourbon Bacon, PB&J, Latin Flair or Dry Rub (choose 1). Served with carrots and celery and ranch or blue cheese *Latin Flair served with adobo, red onion, jalapeños with ranch and chipotle mayo
Nutella strawberry crepes
12oz NY strip served with rice, beans, sweet plantains, scrambled eggs, scallions, tomatoes with arepas
Dulce de leche French toast topped with bananas and Grand Marnier
Corn tortilla chips topped with onions, tomatoes, jalapeños, and melted cheddar cheese. Served with sour cream and pico de gallo.
Grilled chicken, bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato, pickled red onion, with a roasted red pepper sauce. Served with your choice of fries or side salad
8oz burger cooked to your liking topped with cheddar, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and red onion on a brioche bun. Served with your choice of fries or side salad
Portabella mushrooms, roasted red peppers, spinach, and goat cheese served with roasted garlic potatoes and toast
Mixed greens, dried cherries, cucumber, red onions, tomatoes, gorgonzola with balsamic dressing
3 tacos with scrambled eggs, chorizo, jalapeño, roasted red pepper, lettuce, tomato, cilantro with guacamole
Homemade waffles topped with fried chicken, lemon honey butter, homemade whipped cream, syrup and berries
T bone steak and eggs cooked to your liking served with roasted garlic potatoes and toast
8 oz burger cooked to your liking topped with pepper jack cheese, bacon, jalapeños, lettuce, and tomato with a chipotle mayo. Served with your choice of fries or side salad
Three eggs cooked to your liking served with garlic roasted potatoes and toast
New England clam chowder with bacon served with toast points
Short rib, bacon, sausage, cherry tomatoes, caramelized onions and cheddar cheese served with roasted garlic potatoes and toast
Barracuda's famous mac n cheese with a homemade 3 cheese sauce
Jumbo blackened shrimp served over creamy grits and topped with scrambled eggs
Corn tortilla chips with onions, tomatoes, jalapeños, crumbled bacon, and melted cheddar cheese, topped with scrambled eggs. Served with sour cream and pico de gallo. Great for sharing!
Raspberries, strawberries, blueberries and bananas topped with homemade whipped cream
Mixed greens with tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion and balsamic dressing
Grilled chicken, bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato, pickled red onion, with a roasted red pepper sauce. Served with your choice of fries or side salad
8oz burger cooked to your liking covered with Gorgonzola and a habanero bacon pepper jam, with lettuce and bacon on a brioche bun. Served with your choice of fries or side salad.
Short rib topped with kimchi and wasabi aioli. Served with your choice of fries or side salad
8 oz burger cooked to your liking topped with pepper jack cheese, bacon, jalapeños, lettuce, and tomato with a chipotle mayo. Served with your choice of fries or side salad
Fresh mozzarella, tomato and pesto. Served with your choice of fries or side salad
8oz burger cooked to your liking topped with cheddar, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and red onion on a brioche bun. Served with your choice of fries or side salad
Avocado, lettuce, tomato, and peppercorn bacon topped with lemon zest mayo on multigrain toast. Served with your choice of fries or side salad
Homemade BBQ sauce, shredded pork, melted cheddar cheese, pickled onions. Served with your choice of fries or side salad.
Fried chicken tossed in Buffalo sauce, red onion, tomato, lettuce, and blue cheese. Served with your choice of fries or side salad.
8oz burger cooked to your liking topped with bacon, cheddar, onion rings, and BBQ sauce on a brioche bun. Served with your choice of fries or side salad
Chicken cutlet with lettuce, tomato, cucumber, roasted red peppers and honey mustard in a panini pressed wrap. Served with your choice of fries or side salad
Grilled triple decker PB&J with bacon on white bread served with your choice of fries or side salad
Fried cod, lettuce, tomato, and tartar sauce on a brioche bun. Served with coleslaw and your choice of fries or side salad
Blackened mahi mahi, lettuce, tomato, pickled red onions and roasted red pepper crema on a brioche bun. Served with coleslaw and your choice of fries or side salad
8oz burger cooked to your liking topped with queso blanco, sweet plantain, chicharron, lettuce and tomato on a brioche bun. Served with choice of fries, cajun fries or side salad
Grilled blackened chicken, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and pesto on sourdough bread. Served with your choice of fries or side salad
Melted Swiss cheese, sautéed mushrooms and onions with arugula on a brioche bun
Topped with cheddar cheese and sour cream, served with toasted bread
Served with cheddar, bacon, sour cream and scallions
New England clam chowder with bacon served with toast points
Golden fried mozzarella sticks served with a house made marinara sauce
Cajun waffle fries tossed with our homemade special aioli and topped with scallions
Served with a horseradish aioli
Fries topped with chili, melted cheddar and scallions. Served with sour cream
Corn tortilla chips topped with onions, tomatoes, jalapeños, and melted cheddar cheese. Served with sour cream and pico de gallo.
6 fried shrimp served with a mango habanero sauce
Tossed with fried cherry peppers. Served with a mango habanero sauce
Choose 2 flavors
Truffle parmesan fries, jerky waffle fries and sweet potato fries served with garlic oil and Japanese aioli
Served with wonton chips
Choice of homemade BBQ sauce, Honey Chipotle, Buffalo, Mango Habanero, Garlic Parmesan, Mango Pineapple BBQ, Teriyaki, Honey Hot, Sweet Red Chili, Jamaican Jerk, Lemon Pepper, Bourbon Bacon, PB&J, Latin Flair or Dry Rub (choose 1). Served with carrots and celery and ranch or blue cheese *Latin Flair served with adobo, red onion, jalapeños with ranch and chipotle mayo
Our regular nachos topped with chili
Choice of homemade BBQ sauce, Honey Chipotle, Buffalo, Mango Habanero, Garlic Parmesan, Mango Pineapple BBQ, Teriyaki, Honey Hot, Sweet Red Chili, Jamaican Jerk, Lemon Pepper, Bourbon Bacon, PB&J, Latin Flair or Dry Rub (choose up to 2). Served with carrots and celery and ranch or blue cheese *Latin Flair served with adobo, red onion, jalapeños with ranch and chipotle mayo
(5) Chicken tenders served with fries and honey mustard
Served with a chipotle crema
Hear from our valued guests
We have had the pleasure of hosting a series of bespoke events at 80 Proof over the years, and each experience has been exceptional. The team is consistently professional, organized, and genuinely invested in the success of our events. From initial planning through execution, communication has always been clear and responsive. They are thoughtful about menu design, attentive to guest experience, and flexible when navigating the logistical needs of large institutional gatherings. The food and service are consistently excellent, and the space lends itself beautifully to private events. We deeply value our ongoing partnership and appreciate the care and hospitality the 80 Proof team brings to every event. We look forward to continuing to host with them in the future.
We celebrated our grandsons 18th Birthday today. From the moment we walked in everyone was very friendly. The food and the service was amazing. A special thanks to the woman that I believe may have been the owner, she made sure my grandson felt celebrated today. Mil gracias.
80 proof is always amazing and the staff always makes the experience. Carissa was extremely attentive. When our beverages were lower quality than what we previously had she immediately remedied the problem. Keith was amazing as always sitting us quickly and checking on us throughout the night. 80 proof will always be my go to happy hour spot, the way that Sonya has curated the environment and her staff always feels welcoming!
The minute we walked in the atmosphere was electric very vibrant place! After we got settled the service was amazing. Nora attended to our every need and the rest of the staff like Eddie and Rick were circling around to make sure that everything was perfect. The food was delicious and the drinks were fire! Would definitely go back the staff is caring, and thoughtful you could tell they all love what they do what a team also really paying attention to detail to inspire a great experience. We had a Galentine‘s party and for 16 people! Everything was great not to mention the music was insane. Thank you for everything.!
We’ve walked past 80 Proof for too long, and I’m so glad my husband and I finally stopped in for dinner. It was beautiful inside, and the food was delicious! The Mac and cheese was really different - we had it with the blackened chicken, and it had a great flavor. Awesome drinks, and love the new spring specials! Definitely a great spot that we’ll be keeping in mind for future New Haven visits!
Let’s do it folks. I’ve been Happy Hour Hunting and heard great things about this place so me and my girls went to check it out. I heard some music so I knew it was going to be ok. You can’t get happy at Happy Hour if there’s no music. My waitress/bartenders Amber and Jordan are freaking phenomenal. Smiles laughs and Top Tier Service my girls and I really appreciated it. Customer Service is key at any establishment especially if I’m eating or just drinking there. Let’s talk food I had wings and blackened shrimp. The shrimp was shrimping nice plump juicy not over cooked. The garlic parm was cooked to perfection. The only downside to this outing was a bartender named Clarissa her demeanor her energy sucked Debbie Downer at its finest no smiling no interacting just standing behind the bar with her arms over her chest looking like Moody Judy. She threw off the vibe so we left. So if you want to have a good time go check it out just call first and make sure Clarissa is not working. If you get Jordan and Amber your gonna have a great time go check it out💋
Another great happy hour at 80 Proof!! The wings, spinach artichoke dip, Barracuda Mac & Cheese, Nachos, short rib tacos, and chicken tacos were all great, as usual!! Sonia knows how to pick top notch staff!! We were happy to see Keith, the host with the most, back for a cameo!! He’s only back for the next three weekends, so get there soon before he heads back to Europe. When you go, ask for Carissa as she’s the best!! She waitresses and bartends, so either way, she takes care of you with exceptional service!! The restaurant can get extremely busy and vibrant on the weekend, so it’s best to make a reservation.
Let me start with Kevin the host! 10/10 his vibe, customer service, and I messed up my time! He assisted & helped with a table. Ella our waitress 10/10. Customer service, recommendations, and service thank you Ella! Rick came to check in & we appreciate that. Over all 10/10 & we will return.
I absolutely LOVE this place!!! 80 Proof is such a vibe. We come here for brunch and happy hour. Carissa is our waitress of choice!! She always takes good care of our table and makes sure that we are taken care of. Keith, the host is always accommodating and makes sure we get a good table and checks in with us and makes sure that our needs met. And the owner, Sonya always checks on all of her customers and treats us like family. We always have a great time whenever we come here. The food and the drinks don't disappoint. Come through for Happy hour or Sunday brunch, you won't be disappointed.
Cute restaurant downtown with really delicious food, friendly waiters, good prices and live music during brunch. The presentation was great! We all enjoyed our food and it was great portions. Our waitress made sure we had what we needed. I think the owner/manager checked in on us too. Someone peeked over and asked if everything was good. The Latino singer and drummer were talented and entertaining! My only complaint was the bathroom was dark, some of the lights must have blown and overall could use a remodel to match the vibe outside.
Common questions about 80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar
80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar is located at The Kelly House, 196 Crown St, New Haven, CT 06510, CT 06510, United States.
You can reach 80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar by calling +1 203-691-7320.
80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar has a rating of 4.2 out of 5 based on 440 customer reviews.
80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar features the following from the business: Identifies as Latino-owned, Identifies as women-owned.
80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Live music, Serves local specialty, Sport.
80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Small plates, Spirits, Vegetarian options, Wine.
80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar features the following dining options: Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar features the following crowd: Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly, Tourists.
80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar features the following children: High chairs.
80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar features the following parking: Paid parking garage, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking.
80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar features the following pets: Dogs allowed outside.
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