Contois Tavern

Eric Borlaug

Edited 3 years ago

Vintage dive bar with surprisingly delicious (and affordable) burgers, which are usually the only thing to eat (other than chips). Sometimes they have brats and hot dogs, which are also tasty. Limited but inexpensive beer selection and a friendly owner and crew of bartenders. Seems like a cop/vet bar based on decorations. Clearly a place for regulars. Good outdoor seating in back. One of the only dive bars in East Rock. Cash only.

chardean 8

2 years ago

Best burgers around 😋 great service

Cole Brookson

a year ago

Obsessed with this place. Has become my neighbourhood hangout, and I love the bartender (Bob) who’s on Wednesday and Friday. Iconic man. The place in general is cash only neighbour hood bar vibes and can assuredly be found playing The Game

Chris Resnick

a year ago

It's neighborhood dive bar perfection. As with any local dive the atmosphere can vary if you're not familiar with the local crowd. You're inevitably going to get people looking at you/wondering who you are but that doesn't mean they're unfriendly! I'd be scoping out the newbies too in my own spot. I found the service to be just fine and damn -- those burgers were WAY better than I expected. The burgers are WELL worth a stop.

Yani Pap

10 months ago

Burgers are phenomenal. The best in New Haven by far. Old school atmosphere. Not for the weak hearted . Perfect place to chill on a Sunday.

Cristiano

9 months ago

cool place, no one cared about my dog (in fact, ladies were swooning over her) and the bartender was (unfortunately) super nice to me despite the fact I’m european 😔😔 heard people talk about uncle ted, exciting burger was generous, tasty, no seed oils, and prices were fair good vibe

Graham McIvor

2 years ago

Great bar great banter but expect abuse that's the charm. Best burger in new haven better than Louis lunch. Cash only but has ATM

Star Fox

3 months ago

Yeah hands down best burger ever. Can't believe I'm just discovering this place today

Monique Hickson

a year ago

Stumbled upon this place visiting from San Diego, CA. This is a very unsuspecting cool lil dive bar. Bill greeted us after I yelled through the window (we were trying to enter through the side door 😂) the drinks were strong and cold. Jody made us a fabulous cheeseburger that hit the spot as I was starving. If you're in New Haven, CT I highly suggest giving this place a visit. Their story and history is super interesting! From prohibition until today! Ask Bill or Jody to give you the scoop. Will definitely make this place a regular stop everytime I'm visiting. Thank you Bill and Jody for the best time!

Robert Acquarulo

3 months ago

One of two best places to get a hamburger in New Haven. A real hidden gem. Visit frequently.