Google Reviews

We’re excited to relaunch our Artist in Residence program in our newly remodeled space. We’ve always supported our arts and we hope that our sweet little place will provide a space where art and artists can continue to thrive.

Every three months, the work of a local artist occupies our walls with the opportunity to rotate their artwork throughout their time or a continuous display for customers to enjoy.

Want to show your art in our place? Give us a call and ask for Claire or Rose, and we’ll be happy to discuss our space and our policies with you, and to schedule a time to see your work - 203-562-3888

Thank you for your unwavering support. xx

One of our favorite Reviews - November, 2024

Claire's Corner Copia in New Haven offers a delightful dining experience for those seeking fresh, flavorful vegetarian fare. The restaurant's cafeteria-style service allows diners to peruse an array of colorful, appetizing dishes before making their selections.

The star of the show is undoubtedly the wide variety of delicious vegetables and their creative derivatives. From crisp salads bursting with seasonal produce to hearty vegetable-based entrees, each dish showcases the natural flavors and textures of its ingredients. The kitchen's commitment to freshness is evident in every bite, with vibrant tastes that speak to the quality of the produce used.

Diners have the option to enjoy their meals in the cozy indoor seating area or, weather permitting, in the charming outdoor space. This flexibility adds to the overall appeal of the restaurant, allowing patrons to choose the ambiance that best suits their mood.

The taste of the food at Claire's Corner Copia is truly remarkable. Even simple dishes are elevated by the skillful preparation and thoughtful combination of ingredients. Whether you're a committed vegetarian or simply looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet, the flavorful offerings here are sure to satisfy.

Overall, Claire's Corner Copia stands out as a must-visit destination for anyone in New Haven seeking a memorable meal centered around fresh, tasty vegetarian cuisine.

January, 2025

Great place to stop in for bakery, brunch, breakfast, diner or comfort food while in New Haven.

A great team who is really committed to the mission from counter staff to servers.

Huge range of options for vegan and gluten free items across the whole menu. Wide range of coffees and teas as well.

Big enough that one could come with kids and a stroller (might be a little crowded on a Sunday though) or by oneself and eat at the counter.

We only ate savory which was delicious - classic grilled cheese - but the sweet items will be in our list for next time.

Clean, well-lit and welcoming environment.


We've reopened with upgraded safety measures...

To our Dear Community,

Generally, during this time of year, I’d be writing about pumpkins and fall squash, and we’d be decorating our sweet little restaurant with all things fall. As we know, this is a very different year for all of us!

It is both remarkable and heart warming to witness how we’ve come together for all our safety, by wearing masks, social distancing (that’s the hardest part!) washing our hands like hospital personnel, and disinfecting surfaces pretty much like in a surgical ward! But, we’re doing it. And, we’re doing it for each other! 

I want to let you know what measures, extra measures we’d taken at Claire’s Corner Copia to help keep us safe and to try to protect us from this horrible virus. 

In addition to the State of CT rules and recommendations, that include disinfecting surfaces, we’ve gone above and beyond the basics and we’ve added:

We use Microban-24 on our bathrooms and doorhandles every single day to kill virus germs for 24 hours

We had our entire HVAC and ductwork system cleaned and disinfected

We added free standing HEPA filter air purifiers in our restaurant

We upgraded our HVAC filters to collect more particles of virus

Then, for our Piece e Resistance - We consulted with engineers and had ION generators installed on our HVAC compressors and fans that will run 24/7 to “zap” virus germs continuously! 

So, basically, we’ve been told that we’re as safe a a dental office - and, we figure that’s going to be as good as we can do, for now - and, of course, I’ll  be praying for our safety, too. 

I’ll continue to be on the lookout for further steps we can take to keep us safe. 

With all my heart, I wish I could promise that I/we can protect each other, but of course, I can’t. But, I can and do promise that I will do my very best! Always! — With love and gratitude, Claire and Team

March, 2020 Regarding the Covid-19 Virus

To our beloved community. We are so sad to have to close during this pandemic. Rather than stay open for take out and/or delivery, we felt it would be safer for our beloved staff and for you, to stay home. We have never been good at social distancing, as those of you who know us realize:-)

We hope that you and all the people you love are well and safe. And, please eat well, get some exercise, drink plenty of water, get 7-9 hours of sleep each night, and be kind to yourself and to everyone else.

I can’t promise when, but we’ll be back here cooking and baking, laughing, and loving you. Just like always.

But, I can promise that I will always do the right thing. And, I will always do my best!

We’ll get through this! Together!

Love,

Claire, Juana, Gerardo, Cele, Erin, Margie, Rose, Alana, Adriana, Eufemia, Felix, Izzy, Tonny, Patti, Tia, Johan, Diego, Allison, Jonelle, Shanetta, Sheena, Maria, Michelle, Ashley, and Emani

Celebrate Mother's Day at Claire's Corner Copia

Let us help celebrate your Mother on this special day! Beginning at 9 AM, we’ll have organic strawberries to top our homemade Vegan Pancakes and French Toast and we serve them with local maple syrup, too. Or, let her choose from several organic vegetables (think gorgeous asparagus for spring!) for her cooked to order organic Omelette, or Irish Breakfast, Eggs Florentine, or Huevos Rancheros.

Or, bring her for lunch or dinner from noon until 8 PM. We’ll have specials worthy of the queen she is, focusing on the best and most delicious organic ingredients available. And, wait until you see our desserts!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful women who helped make us the people we are today. xoxo

Happy 2019! 

Dear Community,

We wish you all good things for the new year.

We’ve had a lot to be grateful for in 2018.

Our dear manager, Rose became a US citizen, and we couldn’t be more proud of her and grateful to her for being a bright and caring, fabulous addition to our beloved country. We celebrated with a party at Claire’s Corner Copia that included a delicious vanilla cake, that Margie decorated with organic strawberries and blueberries in honor of our beautiful American Flag.

Our wonderful manager, Erin welcomed a beautiful baby girl, Jane this year. Our hearts are filled with joy as we join Erin and Dave in celebrating such a gift. We can’t wait for her to enjoy her first soup from Claire’s Corner Copia.

We are so grateful for our beloved staff who continue to make this sweet little place we love remain successful - and, yummy! Each person contributes to this operation, much like a fine quilt, where each piece matters and holds things together.

You continue to support this mission of ours to bring real food, vegetarian, organic and sustainable food to this community, in a clean and happy space, where we can share our resources to help others who have been given less. We couldn’t do this without you! Thank you.

Here’s to a new year filled with good health and many joys. We hope that we will continue to find ways to lift those who need a hand up, and to feed those who have too little food. We started a pilot last year where we taught children to prepare healthy and affordable foods. These kids, ages 7-11, made French Toast with warm bananas, bean soups and stews, quesadillas, sauces with pastas, and salads with homemade dressings, batter bread pizzas with vegetable sauces, and cornbread with blueberries. Thanks to the generosity of Father Joe at Saint Martin de Porres Church on Dixwell Ave in New Haven, we had the free use of the kitchen for 8 Saturdays mornings. We are also grateful to two Girl Scout troops, one from New Haven and one from Hamden who taught the children their lessons, that included knife skills, nutrition, sanitation, and what it means to cook real food. And, those children really cooked! And, ate:-) We hope this program can continue in the future, with the women from local Churches, Synagogues and Mosques who have kitchens that we can use. That is our hope.

We will continue to research ways to prepare foods for you that will contribute to your good health while making foods and drinks that are so delicious that you will be eager and happy to have them.

Here’s to your happiness and your good fortune. So much of both, that you’ll have plenty to share with others who have been given less.

And, please eat those 7-9 servings of organic vegetables and fruits every day, and include whole grains, beans and legumes, nuts and good oils to keep your immune systems in good operation. We need you!

Love,

Claire, Juana, Erin, Margie, Rose, Gerardo, Celestino, Elfemia, Brent, Adriana, Felix, Patti, Alana, Tony, Izzy, Tia, Diego, Emily-Rose, Johan, Giovanna, Alison, Maria, Shanetta, Janelle, Sheena, Midge, Courtney, and Michelle.

Review June 5, 2018

William H. 

 

Fabulous food year after year....breakfast, lunch, supper...you name it, it is the best. The staff and service make a very good thing that much better.

(owner)

Just now

Wow! Thank you so very much for taking the time to be so kind and generous with your words and stars. We appreciate that you enjoyed it and said so:-) Have a wonderful summer.

Peace,
Claire and Team