PHOTO — West Haven Mayor Nancy R. Rossi, center right, cuts the ribbon with The Breakwall owners Brendan and Katrina Snow, center left, to celebrate the restaurant’s grand opening at 305 Captain Thomas Blvd. in West Haven on Wednesday, July 19. With them are, from left, Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce Director of Membership and Marketing Simon McDonald, City Clerk Patricia C. Horvath, Councilwoman Colleen O’Connor, R-at large, and City of West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Commissioner Frederick Brown. (City Photo/Michael P. Walsh)
WEST HAVEN, July 19, 2023 — With the snip of a blue ribbon, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi and Brendan and Katrina Snow, the husband-wife owners of The Breakwall, ushered in the shoreline restaurant’s grand opening at 305 Captain Thomas Blvd. on Wednesday, July 19.
West Haven’s newest restaurant is located in the heart of the Savin Rock business district near the beach and specializes in “freshly prepared burgers, succulent seafood, hand-selected wings and irresistible specials that will satisfy every craving,” said Brendan Snow, a former longtime employee and bar manager of Beef & Brew Pub and Savin Rock Roasting Co., which previously occupied the site.
“My goal is to provide high-quality food, craft cocktails and live music to create an atmosphere that makes people feel good and happy with their decision to come and spend their time with us,” said Snow, who has worked in the hospitality industry for more than 20 years.
Rossi welcomed the Snows to the city and thanked their many family and friends for attending the late-afternoon ceremony.
“We’re very excited about a new business coming to West Haven!” Rossi said.
The ribbon-cutting was attended by City Clerk Patricia C. Horvath, Councilwoman Colleen O’Connor, R-at large, and City of West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Commissioner Frederick Brown.
Also marking the event were Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce President Michael Moses, Director of Membership and Marketing Simon McDonald and event coordinator Wendy Terenzio, along with chamber members Peggi Vetro of the Irish Heritage Society of Milford, West Shore Associates of West Haven owner Erin Eberhardt and Edward Jones of Milford financial adviser Jay Borelli.
Brendan Snow said The Breakwall’s open floor plan offers flexible seating for large and small gatherings, a designated area for live music, and space for private parties in the renovated dining area.
He said the nautical-inspired name refers to a wall that breaks the impact of waves in a harbor.
Home to “food, drinks and music,” the restaurant and bar offers a wide variety of local beers on tap and daily food specials, including the Bacon Jam Burger, a half-pound burger patty topped with melted cheddar cheese, bacon onion jam, lettuce and tomato.
The diverse menu includes house-made soups and salads and features “incredible” dishes created by Snow and head chef Julio Morales, including Nonnie’s Chicken, a chicken breast sauteed with spicy Italian sausage, roasted garlic, onions, and hot and sweet peppers in a white wine sauce.
Snow said he is excited to present some of the best in regional and national music talent to produce an “intimate and uniquely special experience for guests.”
In addition to offering trivia on Tuesday nights, he plans to offer menus for happy hour and Sunday brunch.
Carryout catering is also offered.
The Breakwall has 15 employees and serves food from 4-10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, noon-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and noon-9 p.m. Sunday. Otherwise, the bar is open late on those days.
— MICHAEL P. WALSH, Public Relations Information Coordinator
West Haven Mayor Nancy R. Rossi, center right, cuts the ribbon with The Breakwall owners Brendan and Katrina Snow, center left, to celebrate the restaurant’s grand opening at 305 Captain Thomas Blvd. in West Haven on Wednesday, July 19. With them are, from left, Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce Director of Membership and Marketing Simon McDonald, City Clerk Patricia C. Horvath, Councilwoman Colleen O’Connor, R-at large, and City of West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Commissioner Frederick Brown. (City Photo/Michael P. Walsh)