studying the penthouse lounge

The Duncan Hotel got a serious renovation and is now the sleek and modern Study Hotel on Chapel Street in New Haven. We quickly popped in and were met with a very friendly bartender, but oddly no cocktail menu (and they've been open 4 months). We didn't stay for dinner at Heirloom, but nibbled on the dates wrapped in bacon which are well-worth sampling.

The bartender also tipped us off to the penthouse lounge which is a great space for private events, mentioning there had been a cocktail party of 100 or so the night before. The front desk was happy to allow us access to check it out. Seemed a little tight for that many guests, but if you're looking for an aerie perch above New Haven or Yale, this is a quite the backdrop for your next soiree. Not to mention it's a bit more hip than John Davenport's at the top of the Omni Hotel. Though it's higher up and also has a great view of New Haven.

Leave me a comment if you know of any other restaurant or event locations that are available for rental in New Haven. I'm always curious about the view from above. My first taste was from the top of the A&A building and I've been smitten ever since.

the study hotel at yale
1157 chapel street
new haven, ct 06511
ph: 866.930.1157