Cafe George By Paula

A fabulous little café tucked into the ground floor of an office building. It may take you a few minutes to locate, but when you do you'll be glad you did. They make a great breakfast and have an extensive lunch menu. The place is filled with local workers, which is a good sign. If you're staying across the street at the Blake Hotel or at the New Haven Hotel, Cafe George offer a much better and more reasonably priced alternative for breakfast.

The absolute best experience we have ever had when planning a party. We were hosting a number of people who would be dropping in a different times during the hours of the party. Paula took the time to help us chose foods that would have appeal to all palates. She also suggested items that made sure that we were including needs for all dietary types. We were floored how gorgeous the presentation was. The fruit and cheese tray was a bountiful combination of fruit, a vibrant floral presentation, a spectrum of cheeses of all varieties, and sweet honey that made our guests believe that had truly experienced nectar of the gods. The stuffed breads were fully packed with delicious goodness. Beef tenderloin was succulent and cooked to perfection. Paula’s lasagna was a culinary piece of artwork: the added creamy bechamel sauce enhanced the rich flavor of the beef bolognese sauce nestled between the fresh lasagna noodles. We chose a rigatoni for the vodka sauce and it proved to be a formidable vehicle to cling onto the vodka sauce. Each pasta noodle carried with it the subtle sweetness that occurs when you marry the tomatoes, cream and vodka. For those who wanted a lighter entree, we chose lemon chicken. Each serving included a generous perfectly pounded breast that was lightly coated with a sweet butter sauce and topped with a hint of fresh lemon that bursted with flavor on your taste buds. The summer-veggies were grilled to perfection. We can’t say enough about how happy we were to hire Cafe George by Paula. We did not have to worry about the food presentation or there being enough variety. It made it easier to just participate with our guests and enjoy the event. We are already looking forward to our next party so we can book Paula again!

I catered an event this summer with Cafe George. This was for 25 people seeing each other for the first time since the start of the pandemic.
Paula made this event totally stress free. She came up with amazing suggestions to build on my vision. We had New England Clam Chowder that EVERYONE wanted to take home or be able to buy at her store. We had lobster rolls, a mediterranean platter, Chicken and Steak Kabobs, freshly made salsa's guacamole and chips as well as everything I could need to serve and set up. We also had a dessert platter filled with freshly baked brownies , cookies and tarts. Each dish was presented beautifully and delicious.
Cafe George By Paula made my event so special and effortless.

Absolutely delicious from scratch food. Very popular with the breakfast/lunch crowd. Never disappoints. Whenever I’m a time crunch, order ahead - easy peasy! And Paula’s catering is far and away beyond any other. Cafe George is now my only call.

The best in the biz! An unbelievable eggplant parmesan and so much much more. Highly recommended!

Delicious ! Came in with two friends, because someone recommend this spot. Parking was a challenge but it was completly worth it! It was very busy, but the line went fast! Great quesadilla and the best chicken cutlets I ever had. One friend had soup and said it was clearly home made. We will be back when in New Haven again. A hidden gem!

Excellent food prepared to order with fresh ingredients. Their menu changes and have additional food choices when you pick up your take out. Because of the Covid19 at this time and public safety, Cafe George is only preparing meals to go.

Over the moon presentation and delicious HEALTHY food!!!

Food is amazing here! Soups are made from scratch and absolutely delicious. The specials are different every day and I have never been disappointed. Salads are always fresh. Kudos to the chef!

I have had breakfast and lunch from here and loved them both. The staff are so friendly and kind! I am very happy to have this cafe so close to work. I love it!! Highly recommend.

They happened do catering for an event I attended recently. The best wings I had in a while! Such a surprise!

Wonderful lunch spot. Great food, good price, excellent service.

Very good quality food. Worth every penny and quick service. Highly recommend

Very reliable source for good food. I can get something different every time without fearing for bad food! Great!

Excellent service and food friendly staff always have a smile and very pleasant and kind

Great food and waitresses were very kind and polite

Nice ambiance and the sandwiches were great

Great food with exceptional, excellent service.

Surprisingly good despite its location.

The wraps are awesome Best I ever Had!!!!