Viva Zapata - New Haven, New Haven, CT, USA

Traditional Mexican cuisine, margarita and sangria pitchers, and great prices are some of the few things that make our restaurant the place to be.

An inviting and delicious family operated restaurant for almost 40 years, Viva Zapata is one of the oldest restaurants in New Haven. Each staff member has been with us for over 20 years!

Home of the fajitas! We offer chicken, steak, or shrimp served on a sizzling platter to share. Some of our customers' favorites include the nachos and fajitas. Both have been rated best in New Haven for many years, and the margaritas never disappoint. Don't forget to try our fried ice cream for dessert! Open late 7 nights a week, Viva Zapata also offers happy hour.


We'll let the comments we have received from our customers describe us....

"Phenomenal-we are so impressed with the wonderful food and service." Stephanie, 12/10/10

"Very good food and atmosphere, waitress was great!" Jim 12/11/10

"Excellent A++" Brandon, 12/15/10

"I love Viva's more than my job, my new 46" Sony TV and sometimes the gym. Always great service!!" Christopher 12/18/10

"We have been coming here every so often during the last 25 years. We enjoy the service which has always been a pleasure." AT1/15/11

"Amazing margaritas and fajitas! Super nice waitress. Great food. A+ perfect date." Francesca 1/20/11

"Best nachos in town!" Kim 1/7/11

"Been coming for years and years. I enjoy Vivas mucho!" Tom 1/28/11

"You rock. You roll. Never once in 37 years disappointed! Nachos-a big slice of heaven!" Celine 1/14/11