Siena Ristorante New Haven

My college roommate was in town from Nashville, so we decided to go dinner. Both of us were in the mood for Italian cuisine. We stopped in at Siena . I have always wanted to try this place, I imagine it is just as good as The High George rooftop. We sat at the bar our server was David. David was cool and funny. He makes some really good drinks. We ordered the grapevine and blush & bloom both were chill and refreshing. We needed two rounds of drinks. Pretty good drinks. Now for food we ordered three things and we shared. Starters were the little gem caesar whuch was delicious. The right amount of caesar dressing! The salad was topped with anchovy. Second on the spread was the gamberi oreganata. So good with bread to dip in the delicious sauce. Last for the main we chose the Branzino , and it was well seasoned I mean well seasoned!!! I love the glaze sauce that came with the branzino. Overall we had a great time and experience. I def want to come back!

Love love love. Went for Valentine’s Day- had a last minute cancellation at a diff restaurant but luckily he managed to reserve a last minute table at Siena’s. Food was great the octopus is to pass out for! If you do get dessert we suggest the banana pudding with ice cream🤍

I came here for my birthday after seeing the restaurant on TikTok and was really excited to be seated on the rooftop — which was a big reason I chose this spot. Unfortunately, the rooftop was closed, which was disappointing, though I’ll admit the indoor dining area was still beautiful. Our waitress was genuinely sweet, but the overall experience didn’t quite match the price. The portions were very small — $28 for pasta, $17 for a salad, and $20 for just a few pieces of calamari that barely felt like a full appetizer. The food was decent, but not especially memorable. They did bring complimentary lemon drop shots and almond bread, which was a nice touch, but since it was my birthday, I was surprised dessert wasn’t even offered. For the price point, I expected more — both in food and in the overall experience.

Had a great time celebrating a friend's birthday. We were a group of 9 and the seating was great. Staff was attentive throughout and very friendly. The food was delicious; the mushroom Tagliatelle was delish. And the ambiance was great. Would come back for sure!

We had a fabulous meal here after checking into the Blake Hotel (which is also fabulous). Our server was extremely helpful with the menu and wine selections. She was charming as well. I highly recommend the pastas and everything else, which included a special of watermelon salad. These people are creative and take great care and it shows.

Siena was a good time. We went on a whim after my husband was kind enough to pick a new place for us to visit during date night. The cocktails were unique and tasty - presentation was 5 stars. Coincidentally, we were on a mushroom kick that night. I ordered a mushroom and polenta dish and we also ordered a mushroom pasta dish. Both were so flavorful and fantastic. For starters, we also ordered the octopus. The flavor was on point, but if I’m being honest, the plating was pretty messy because the octopus was covered in arugula, which I love, but it really took away from the main star of the dish. I would maybe rethink that because visually it looks like the arugula was supplementing the smaller portion of octopus. We also ordered a chocolate tart type dessert and it was beautifully presented, but overall it was OK. I will say the staff: everyone from the hostess to our server, bartenders, kitchen were really kind and attentive so we do appreciate that. Thanks for a lovely experience! Follow on IG: ps_onemore4theroad

we had an absolute wonderful night. We were a group with over 20 people and the service was beyond fantastic. Our server Michael went above and beyond to ensure everyone had a good night. The ambience, food and overall experience is amazing. Highly recommend Siena for any occasion!

Pretty good food. Would recommend for people looking for a more casual dinner in New Haven. Overall it was really good for a hotel.

My friends and I visited Siena for dinner on Thursday night, excited to try something new! The restaurant is located on the first floor of the Blake Hotel, and the ambiance is elegant-- everything was clean, classy, and nice. It wasn't crowded, and plenty of seating was available. The staff were also great -- polite, professional, attentive, and helpful. I started with the Rossa Sangria from the specials menu, which was delicious! For dinner, we ordered the Mushroom Tagliatelle pasta and Pappardelle Bolognese pasta, both of which were tasty and unique. Bread was provided while we waited for our meal and they also gave us biscottis for dessert, which was a pleasant surprise.

Siena is adjacent to, but not affiliated with, Blake Hotel (reviewed separately). Billed as an Italian restaurant, I would call this "Italian lite" or "Italian fusion." Dishes include egg tagliatelle tartufo, bucatini with nduja sausage, egg pappardelle bolognese, lobster risotto, cacio e Pepe ravioli, and more. Other dishes include "branzino alla plancha," "half chicken," "NY Strip," "pan roasted pork chop," Apps include arancini, meat and cheese boards, eggplant, tuna tartare, burrata (I am so tired of burrata, it's so lame), stuffed hot peppers, and artichokes. They also have wood oven pizza (but please, if you're going to get pizza in New Haven, get it at one of the famous spots, not here). Online they have multiple iterations of steak and pork chops, but that was not on the menu when I visited on this Friday night. I had the "Faroe island salmon," which was "fine." Flavor wasn't particularly amazing. Was served with sun dried tomatoes, spinach, and roasted garlic cream (that flavor really didn't carry through for me). I'm thinking I should have gone with one of the pasta dishes. But again, New Haven has an Italian neighborhood, so I think I would have been misguided in getting pasta here. For drinks, I had the golden thyme (thyme infused bourbon, yuzu, gooseberries, vanilla, and raw honey lemon). I also had the rosy cheeks (herradura resposado tequila, cocchi bianco, campari, lime, cranberry, and sage). The drinks were pretty good. Service was adequate but had a shade of nonchalance/neglect to it. He did fine, but I could tell he wasn't that interested in what was happening. Not a bad place to eat if you're in the hotel, but I wouldn't traipse across town for it.

Visited Siena for the first time on a Friday night. Although I've heard great things, I will say I was skeptical going to a "hotel restaurant." This far exceeded my expectations! I ordered the white sangria which was extremely refreshing and had a hint of nutmeg. The complimentary focaccia was warm and airy. The spicy burrata rigatoni was perfectly creamy but brought the heat as well. The table side fresh grated Parmesan and pepper was a nice touch. Our server was super fun and attentive. I would definitely return!

We were here for Valentine's Day. The food was amazing. We drove about an hour or little over bc of traffic to try it out; it was so worth it. When I had viewed their menu online I was a bit worried but the food is truly phenomenal. The staff is amazing, pleasant and professional. We were delayed bc of traffic and they were truly helpful and accommodating . (I did call and give them a heads up). They do have a rooftop with tapas but it was freezing cold tonight so we'll be coming back in the spring time to try that. They were also accommodating with my food allergies.

Siena was a good time. We went on a whim after my husband was kind enough to pick a new place for us to visit during date night. The cocktails were unique and tasty - presentation was 5 stars. Coincidentally, we were on a mushroom kick that night. I ordered a mushroom and polenta dish and we also ordered a mushroom pasta dish. Both were so flavorful and fantastic. For starters, we also ordered the octopus. The flavor was on point, but if I'm being honest, the plating was pretty messy because the octopus was covered in arugula, which I love, but it really took away from the main star of the dish. I would maybe rethink that because visually it looks like the arugula was supplementing the smaller portion of octopus. We also ordered a chocolate tart type dessert and it was beautifully presented, but overall it was OK. I will say the staff: everyone from the hostess to our server, bartenders, kitchen were really kind and attentive so we do appreciate that. Thanks for a lovely experience! Follow on IG: ps_onemore4theroad

Wow! Wow! Wow! What a great surprise and a wonderful restaurant! I'm in town with some great friends for a conference and we are staying at The Blake. We were looking at different restaurants for dinner and there were quite a few excellent places with great reviews. However, the convenience of Siena in the end won us over and we made a reservation here. I will admit that I was a little skeptical and thought that this will be like another hotel restaurant, but the food and the service completely blew me away! The dishes we got were all amazing and the service was outstanding. We started with 4 small plates: fritti misti, gamberi oreganata, octopus alla plancha, and eggplant caponata crostini. The fritti misti were perfectly fried and served with a spicy aioli and marinara sauce. The Calabrian chili definitely gave the aioli a kick, but in a really good way. The fried items (calamari, zucchini, eggplants, and hot peppers) were not greasy at all and had the perfect crunch. You can taste all the flavors of the ingredients. The shrimps were succulent and perfectly cooked in a butter wine garlic sauce and the lemon provided the perfect counterbalance with the acid cutting through the rich sauce to brighten up the dish (we were pretty hungry and forgot to take pictures). Then the octopus and the eggplant caponata came out. The beans in the octopus dish were cooked perfectly with a slightly firm texture and not mushy. The octopus was grilled with a nice char, which is highlighted by the sauce. The kale was also delicious and when you combine all 3 of them it made for a heavenly bite. The eggplant caponata was good as well, but it wasn't anything special when you compare it to the other items. All the entree were delicious. I had the salmon dish and the fish was fresh and cooked perfectly. It was flaky yet still a little firm and the flavor was subtle. The honeynut squash puree was silky smooth and flavorful, the radicchio apple salad with mustard vinaigrette provided the freshness and the acid that balanced out the fattiness of the salmon. Everything just worked so well. The tableside presentation of the tiramisu was great! The ladyfingers retained a nice texture as our waiter poured the Marsala mascarpone cream over it and dusted espresso and cocoa powder over everything. I think it may have been the best tiramisu I have ever had - and I've had a lot of them, including in Italy! The ambiance of the restaurant is charming and it felt like you are at a fine dining restaurant. If you sit facing the kitchen, you can see everyone working there and preparing your meals - it can be a great dinner and a show. The service was simply outstanding. Our waiter, Silas, truly took care of us. He made great recommendations and was extremely attentive. We had some great conversations with him, and he was very perceptive and didn't hover. Truly outstanding service! I definitely would come back and visit Siena and the Blake!

Visited here for a friend's birthday celebration and enjoyed some tasty food. The complimentary focaccia was exemplary - I could have easily eaten this for days (and given the menu prices, I wish I had! We also ordered some polenta fries to munch on while we waited for a final member of our party which were flavorful. I ordered the white wine special which hit the spot.My dining companions ordered cocktails, both alcoholic and not, both of which gave me drink envy! Every member of our party cleared their plates, which is the sign of good food. I ordered the Honeynut Squash Ravioli which was delicious, though not sure the portion was worth the cost. The dessert menu was well rounded but our waitress (who was super friendly and attentive throughout our meal!) offered a perfect recommendation in the tiramisu. The tableside prep was something I have never encouraged before but it was fun. I also tried the olive oil cake we ordered for the birthday girl, which was moist and flavorful. The restaurant definitely felt like a hotel restaurant, and the prices reflect upselling to the visitors, so the ambiance is nothing special.

I usually skip dining in hotel restaurants, but from the outside, Siena just looked too good to pass up! We stopped by on a Friday night of a holiday weekend and we were seated immediately. There was only one other party; the rest of the restaurant was pretty empty. I loved the moody and industrial decor, such a vibe! The menu had a lot of pescatarian options, but not very many vegetarian mains/entrees. We shared the fritti misti, which was delicious - the pickled jalapeños gave the dish a nice bit of heat and tanginess. I had the truffle and wild mushroom tagliatelle; it was so flavorful and had a strong but not overwhelming amount of truffle. The staff were very friendly and attentive. There's an adjacent bar area that looked nice as well. Highly recommend Siena if you're looking for a quiet evening with great food and great service!

4 stars for ambiance and service. 3 for the food for me. Read the article regarding the "Most beautiful restaurant in the state." I don't believe they did much with the decor in opening Siena as it was stunning before. Didn't get to see the rooftop as there was a private party. Will be back to check that out again. I have been before and before Siena this place didn't have more than maybe 10 things on a very small menu. From what I remember, may have just been appetizers when it was High George. We arrived early so had a Margarita at the bar -very nice. Started with the Little Gem Ceasar salad -very salty. Wayyyyy too much Parm cheese. Anchovies on top made it salty. Didn't care for it at all. Then had the Branzino Scapece and Branzino is a nice white delicate fish. They put in a red sauce which totally ruined the fish. Overpowered it. Came with this broccoli I've never heard of. White crunchy broccoli - broccoli di Ciccio and almost like a broccoli rab. Maybe that all falls under ciccio. Different. It stated white balsamic so I assumed this would have a white sauce or like a light sauce. Very salty. Not my favorite dish. Fingerling potatoes were fine. Didn't have dessert. They did bring out biscotti and two limenchellos which was very nice. Maybe would try something different next time. Not my favorite meal though. So much competition in New Haven so won't be running back here. Maybe for a drink.

Bartender was super friendly and helpful. The drinks and food were delicious! Will be back!

Tonight my family and I went to dinner at Siena New Haven for the first time. We had a wonderful server named Silas who did a great job managing our party of 9! My mom and I split the meatballs (yum!) and Caesar salad to start which was delicious (the croutons were so crunchy and fresh!). I got the detox cocktail and loved it. For my meal I got the Bucatini and thought the sauce was very good and the portion size was also great. My mom got the roast chicken and she loved every last bite. My cousin got the branzino and he also enjoyed it. I read previous reviews saying the branzino was over salted so I had him ask for light salt and he was very happy with that suggestion. We split the affogato for dessert and WOW it did not disappoint! Overall, we had a wonderful experience and enjoyed this restaurant. Loved the decor of the hotel lounge/restaurant and the very custom lighting fixtures. We will definitely be back again!

I had been meaning to check out the Blake Hotel and its new restaurant, so chose it for dinner with friends, one from here and one from the West Coast (he like the wine selections, and is qualified to know). The overall ambiance was cool, kind of a hip modern vibe I'd say. When we arrived there were quite a few open tables, and things filled up while we were there. I noticed an increasing amount of noise, which required me to lean forward to hear my companions. The food was delicious, especially the pasta special of the day. I noticed some of the entrees were very large, like 12 and 16 ounces--I don't do that. The service was delightful, prompt, professional. I would recommend this restaurant.

I needed a place for a nice long lunch in New Haven and chose Siena at the Blake Hotel. It was a delightful surprise! We were able to linger as long as we wanted to, and the food was delicious. We both had the salmon and shared the ricotta and mushroom crostini. Both were wonderful, as was the focaccia!

Amazing food! Did the lunch prix fixe and was blown away by everything! We got the mushroom crostini, Caesar salad, Italian sandwich, and papardelle

I never write reviews for restaurants as I used to work in the foodservice industry and understand the trials and tribulations of the business. However, today was particularly disappointing and truly ruined the night for all individuals in my party. For context: It is my brother's 30th birthday and we gathered a group of close friends and family to celebrate at Siena. There was a total of 10 people, including the birthday boy and myself. To start, upon arrival, the restaurant was well-decorated and provided a nice environment. When we sat, our server raised her voice to gather our attention and greet us. We ordered our food and the server seemed uninterested in being there, which I understood, so I tried my best to help her. She asked if we wanted still or sparkling water, but we all opted for tap water. When she gave the water, one bottle was sparkling and we had to ask twice for this to get fixed. We ordered our food around 7:10pm and it took a full hour for us to get our food, mind you, during this time there were lots of other tables entering, one of note was a 6-top right next to our table. We quickly noticed how they got their appetizers and entrees straight away. I then asked our server about our food and she apologized and asked if we wanted more bread. "More bread?!" I questioned? We never got the first round while tables around us already had rounds of bread and food. The server apologized and said she'll bring the bread out with our entrees. We waited another 15 minutes for our entrees (and free bread we never received) which totaled to a total of 1 hour and 15 minutes for the food. Ridiculous wait time for simple pasta dishes (which should take 10 minutes top if prep was properly done), but it seemed like they prioritized other customers before ours (perhaps it was the way we dressed or the way we looked, that I cannot speak to). The food, the food was truly subpar at best. The pasta was too salty and had a strong taste of old grease. The chicken dishes were BURNT. The entirety of the vegetables came out burnt and the chicken was so dry I was able to see it from my seat. The birthday boy's dish, a veal, came 10 minutes after every one else's entrees came out. He told everyone to eat first and when his dish finally came, it was overcooked. He asked for it to be medium rare and it came out well over, not a sliver of pink on it. When we brought this to the chef, he attempted to argue with us about the state of the veal, arguing this was how it was supposed to be cooked. Eventually we were able to send the dish back and the birthday boy got a comped steak. The steak took another 30 minutes to send out (clearly the kitchen had no urgency in our table) and when it did come out, it was unsalted and had a old after taste. Lastly, the cake. We brought our own cake and asked them to bring it out (we gave it to the host in the very beginning). The server informed me that they had to go upstairs to grab candles so she said it'll be out in two minutes. We asked several more times after the two minutes passed. It took a total of 15 minutes for them to bring the cake to our table with 3 sad, crooked candles. We sang happy birthday and they did not give us utensils, so we again, had to ask the wait staff for utensils. They offered complementary limoncello shots and we asked for 10, but they never came. The check is the final part I will speak to. They attempted to charge us for the veal we never ate. I will leave the rest to you. This was an incredibly disappointing experience and one I never wish on anyone. It felt terrible to be disregarded while tables around us got the best service and it was frustrating spending that long in a restaurant for mediocre food (at best) for the high price point they were selling it at. (Avg. check was $30). Take from this review what you will but I will assure you, I will never return here.

The service was excellent... our server was Michael and he did an amazing job. The food was out of this world. The manager came by and asked how everything was and we told him, it could not have been better. Great job everyone. I highly recommend this restaurant. Trust me you will not be disappointed.