5/26/2018 I know this is weird, but what do they do to the butter here? It was soooo dang good. I know better than to load up on bread before I eat, but I really couldn't help myself. The bread was warm and the butter was amazing lol. Overall the dishes were delicious and affordable. I had the Eggplant Rollatini and the Swordfish. My daughter had the Roasted Vegetables & Chicken Rollatini. The Eggplant was heavenly! I've never had Swordfish before, so I don't have anything to compare it to. The flavor was good, but towards the middle the fish was a little mushy. Not a complaint, because I have no idea what the consistency is supposed to be. My daughter said her chicken didn't quite live up to her expectations, but still enjoyed it. (She had had the dish a few months prior at the same location.) The roasted veggies had a superb, uncomplicated & subtle flavor. We both enjoyed them immensely. The waitstaff was impeccably attentive & courteous. I enjoyed our visit and will definitely  be return customer. *Cross Posted to Yelp*

The entrees were good- appetizers dessert and service sucked! Never had such poor quality at an Italian restaurant. We had to ask for water, a steak knife, and for help from other waitstaff as our waiter was MIA. See pictures below.

I love Goodfellas. The food is always great! French martini Apple martini *Calamari *Fried eggplant stacked with mozzarella tomato and a light of drizzle balsamic *Atlantic salmon with diced vegetables *Stuffed shrimp with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes *Red velvet cheesecake *Chocolate cupcake with vanilla ice cream

First time, and restaurant week. It was a fabulous experience, and I would absolutely come back again. Great atmosphere, fabulous food, and our server was attentive and went above and beyond with a couple mishaps we had experienced.

Went for a private business dinner...much better this time. Food was fantastic although the potatoes still taste instant the rest was delish. Bartender Jacob was so knowledgeable. Service was great.

Waiter very nice and made several food suggestions. Appetizers were good. Hi My friend and I ordered for dinner the Bronzini Sea Bass. Unfortunately it was not fresh and had a fishy smell and taste. Also several tiny bones I had to pick out. Definitely not worth the price that we paid. My husband enjoyed his pork chop.

My husband and I celebrated our 11th wedding anniversary and it was our first time here. The atmosphere was nice - holds true to the Goodfellas theme! Our waiter and hostess were very nice. The food portions were large and very good. I had the Lobster ravioli and my husband had the Chicken Cordon blue. We enjoyed our meal and our time together. We'll definitely come back again!

We have been coming to goodfellas since we were kids, about 15 years and it quickly became our favorite place to celebrate all of the important occasions in our lives. My husband and I held goodfellas on the highest pedestal, never poor service or bad food. Loved it so much. We couldn't wait to check out the new renovation and he had a birthday recently so I made reservations for a Wednesday night. The new look is stunning, love the downstairs bar area! We did sit upstairs to listen to the live music, his name was Michael and he was very friendly, introducing himself to all of the tables. That's all of the good, now here's what makes me a little bit sad. The charm of the old goodfellas is gone. There's no reference to the old restaurant left in the building, one Tony soprano painting downstairs can hardly carry the "goodfellas" reference in their namesake. One of my favorite parts of eating at this restaurant was the bean salad they'd give you as you first sat down. I've had two babies over that 15 years and each time I was pregnant, I would crave that so badly. It was so delicious, simple, such a wonderful touch. They no longer do that. They also don't give you the piece of bruschetta like they used to. I know they want to present as an upscale restaurant so some of those comfy, homey touches won't exist anymore, but I'll miss it. My husband ordered the pork chops which he's had many times over the years and he said it was different. Not bad, not great but different. I had the ladies night offerings, lobster ravioli as my entree and it was very tasty. All in all, we will probably be back, but it is a bit sad for us to have quite literally grown up with the old Goodfellas, and that it no longer exists. Rarely do we find a restaurant that we both LOVE, and it does feel as though that wonderful restaurant we once knew and spent so much time frequenting, is no more.

We just had my daughter's Bridal Shower at Goodfellas (in their banquet room upstairs). Everything was perfect! Andrea was wonderful to work with during the planning process. The waitstaff was outstanding during the event, and the food was exceptional. We couldn't have had a better experience. Highly recommend!

This is a beautiful restaurant. Genaro, you outdid yourself. It's gorgeous. Thank you for the wonderful hospitality! The staff was great, Mario did an amazing job putting up with us ladies, lol. The food was delicious! Will definitely be back

Always have a great experience here. The friend and I have not been going out much during the pandemic, but we always feel comfortable going to Goodfellas. The health standards imposed do not affect the phenomenal service at all. Sam, as always, was a delight. He talked me into the duck risotto dinner and I could not have been happier, how have I not tried this sooner? My friend got the gnocchi and loved it. Can't beat the classics!

The clams did not feel fresh. For the price, the menu could be more interesting - only mediocre choices. However, if you take into account that most dishes seem to serve 2 people (even thought that’s not stated in the menu), it becomes good value. Waiter was very nice and accommodating, the decor feels a little outdated and tacky (I guess this is on us for trying out a place named after a movie?).

Wonderful experience as soon as we walked in the restaurant was beautiful and atmosphere was amazing as we sat down our waiter was so pleasant and truly gave us 5 star service The appetizers were amazing and so was the dinner this is my favorite restaurant in New Haven

Love it!!! Wow, just wow. I love the complete updated and new inside. We sat upstairs and had incredible live music throughout our dinner. Service was exceptional, thank you, Mike! We started with a raw fish appetizer that was on special and fried calamari. For dinner, we had the porterhouse for 2, cioppino, and the lamb chops. Yummy!!! There was so much seafood in the cioppino, and the tomato broth was delicious. For dessert, table side baked Alaska!!!! It's just incredible. We will be back, and truly, what an exceptional experience!

We come here for birthday dinner. The price is bit high but the food is great! Especially just come back from traveling and tried different bad food😂 The short rib ravioli is really good tho it doesn’t look so pretty, the lamb chop is also tasty, but still a lot of meat remain on the bones can’t get off it😅

First time here but have always heard great things about goodfellas…They did not disappoint! Very nice place low key chill vibe, the live music gave dinner that nice touch of enjoyment while the food rolled out. Drinks came first, I Had a Smokey Mango my lady a Pomparade, well made drinks ! New York style calamari very fresh, I had the pork chops the wife had the chef special chicken dish. Pricey but worth it! We will be back for sure, Also we ate upstairs! Highly recommend so you can watch the live music

We went here to listen to live music. The place is beautiful, the atmosphere, food, drinks and service was great. I jad the lobster ravioli, my fiance had chicken parm and we order fried mozzarella for appetizer. I am not big on red sauce from most places, their's was good. No complaints. Highly recommend.

Always have a great experience here. The wife and I have not been going out much during the pandemic, but we always feel comfortable going to Goodfellas. The health standards imposed do not affect the phenomenal service at all. Sam, as always, was a delight. He talked me into the duck risotto dinner and I could not have been happier, how have I not tried this sooner?

I’ve been going to Goodfellas for at least 20 years . Overall , I love the place . The meals are usually always great, desserts amazing and service impeccable- which is why I always come back . I’ve had a few times where the food wasn’t so great … someone mentioned salty and yes … went in New Year’s Eve and my meal was super salty … BUT .. on any occasion that my meal wasn’t up to par , the staff bent over backwards to not charge me for the meal or to replace it with something else . They also gave us complimentary Prosecco many times and that kind of service makes up for any meals that maybe aren’t the best . Not sure if they have some chefs that are filling in sometimes that aren’t so great ? But all the restaurants have been having a difficult time with getting food help , since the pandemic started . Overall , I love this place and will continue to give them my business !

READ READ READ BEFORE PURCHASING! I purchased 2 filets from good fellas @1PM the waitress put my order in wrong as New York strips, I called good fellas to tell them this is not what I ordered they told me the manager was busy and would call me back tomorrow, the next day the waitress calls me back and argues that he took my order and I ordered New York strip. I told him I know my steak I did not order that! He then told me I needed to take the steak out of the trash and bring it into the restaurant even though it was ridiculous, I advised them can they start making my new meal before I get there considering how far I am, I got into the restaurant only for the manager to tell me he is not making me another steak, it needed to be fully intact when I explained to them on the phone I cut a piece off to eat to realize it wasn’t what I ordered, I always eat there and my money is good. He said all money is good, I spend $45 a pound for lobster meat I will buy another steak he is not accommodating me at all, which has nothing to do with my order, CAST IRON would never do business like this. A much better restaurant. I will NEVER EAT HERE AGAIN! They are very unprofessional. Good fellas lost my business, I highly advice to make sure your food is the correct order because they will make you wait a day just to ask you to pull it out the trash drive all the way down there NOT ACCOMMODATE YOU. I paid $105.

New haven restaurant week menu selection more so than many others.. enjoyed the filet cognac with portobello mushrooms and shrimp.. oysters delicious.. recommended chalk hill pinot noir was very good..

This restaurant has delicious food. It’s gourmet but not pretentious. The service is great and the atmosphere beautiful. It has a rooftop that is very pleasant with fans, umbrellas and heaters. We had fried squash blossoms with goat cheese, chicken parm, meatball salad, a stuffed fig dish, beet and pear salad , calamari, antipasto, and fresh peaches in white wine.

The food was okay it was really good I guess for the price I would of gone to a better places

Finally got a chance to go. Was seated promptly. And was introduced to our waiter right away very pleasant. Look like they had a variety of custom drinks but we did not order any. But the food was fabulous , atmosphere was light and relaxing. Bruschetta on crusted toast seems to be customary on the house. Prices reasonable would love to go again.