Caliente Deli

We originally found this place on Uber and after doing a quick Google search, my other half insisted we had to try it in person. I’m so glad we did because it definitely lived up to the hype. The restaurant was very clean and well organized, which always makes the experience better right away. The food was the real highlight. The pork was packed with flavor, and the rice and beans tasted like a homemade recipe straight from grandma’s kitchen. The ribs were absolutely fire—tender and full of flavor. The steak was just okay, but everything else really stood out. The sweet plantains were perfectly cooked—soft, caramelized, and just the right amount of sweet. The passion fruit juice was refreshing and delicious. To finish, we ordered tres leches and flan, and both were a great way to end the

So! My cousin and I wanted Haitian food and this is what came up in New Haven. Caliente is in the hood but don’t let the outer appearance deter you from going in. The food is absolutely delicious! There’s a variety of cooked items like chicken, oxtail, pork, and seafood. There was different styles of rice and beans and lots of sides like plantains, salad, beet salad, avocado, shrimp, and so much more. I had the oxtail special and my cousin had the roasted chicken. The service was excellent and we devoured some of our lunch on site. I highly recommend Caliente if you want a taste of the Caribbean in the heart of Connecticut!

Wow, Yum Yum Yummy 😋 Food. Just catered from this amazing restaurant for the first time and I guarantee it won't be the last. Caliente Deli makes hosting New Year's Eve Parties or any event easy. Thank you for such great food and service Happy 2026.

Delicious food, excellent portions. Five-star, above and beyond, extraordinary staff... Three options for rice: black beans and rice, yellow rice with broth cooked in, and white rice. My go-to is the beef stew with yellow rice. I couldn't believe they could fit so much in one container. AND, there are many options, all authentic with excellent ingredients. Checkout the photos of the selections. It's not a buffet. They have staff that serve you.

Visiting home and stopped by Caliente Deli on a whim! I'm from New Haven and didn't know this spot existed. My next visit will be intentional! Food was awesome and flavorful!! Pork chunks, stewed chicken, rice &beans, plaintains.... wonderful! Customer service made food even better! A must visit spot when I come back home.