Best Italian Restaurants in Stratford

8 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - Shelton restaurant

1. Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - Shelton

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4.4

Awesome(30)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Shelton

Booked 49 times today

At Mercato, a new-school Italian restaurant, we embrace our motto: Mangia, Bevi, Ridi—Eat, Drink, Laugh. Enjoy delicious pasta, pizzas, salads, and authentic Italian dishes crafted with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients.Join us in our warm, inviting atmosphere for a casual dinner or a special night out. At Mercato, eating, drinking, and laughing are at the heart of everything we do.

2. Strega Milford

4.6

Exceptional(366)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Milford

Booked 2 times today

Strega Milford stands as a beacon of Contemporary Italian cuisine in Milford, consistently drawing praise for its authentic flavors and innovative dishes. Patrons rave about the "incredible" pizza and gnocchi, describing them as "melts in your mouth" experiences that are a "must-try for people in the area." The atmosphere is heralded as "cozy but also chic," making every dining experience memorable. Highlighted by its commitment to using imported Italian products and authentic recipes, Strega Milford offers a genuine Italian dining experience. Reviews consistently applaud the "next level" food and drinks, with the tiramisu and espresso martinis receiving special mentions for their excellence. Ideal for anyone seeking the true taste of Italy, Strega Milford is highly recommended as one of the best Italian dining spots in Connecticut.

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3. Trattoria 'A Vucchella

4.8

Exceptional(459)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Bridgeport

Booked 4 times today

In Bridgeport, Connecticut, Trattoria 'A Vucchella is an Italian restaurant that serves delicious and unique dishes based on classic, rustic Italian cooking. Its lunch and dinner menus are full of traditional Italian dishes broken up into antipasti, primi and secondi courses that will give you a tour of a variety of Italian tastes. Whether you’re in the mood to try some traditional honey beef tripe or littleneck clams sautéed in white wine and garlic or homemade potato gnocchi stuffed with crab, Trattoria 'A Vucchella will satisfy your desire. Trattoria 'A Vucchella prides itself on pleasing diners with its authentic Italian cuisine in a comfortable and relaxed dining atmosphere. So, no matter if you’re just looking for some antipasti and a glass of wine or are celebrating a big family style dinner, it’s just the place to do it.

4. La Fortuna

4.6

Exceptional(235)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Stratford

Booked 4 times today

La Fortuna Bar and Restaurant is a family-owned restaurant, serving Italian cuisine and Brick oven Pizza.Philly's, "the cuisine master", is the founder of La Fortuna Bar and RestaurantConnecticut State and Italian food go hand-in-hand, like spaghetti and meatballs. In the late 18th thru the early 20th centuries, A lot of Albanian’s immigrated to Italy for many year’s where they have gotten tremendous experience in Italian Cuisine. Later they flocked Italy to the USA looking for opportunities in the New World, and brought their culinary traditions along with them to neighborhoods that later became Little Italy and Hell's Kitchen. Philly's the owner of La Fortuna Bar and Restaurant she is one of them.

5. Biagio's Osteria

4.4

Awesome(1852)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Stratford

Booked 4 times today

Rustic Southern Italian kitchen with strong influence from Tuscany. All professional staff with over 30 years experience."It is most certainly a gourmet establishment with a menu from top to bottom that is exquisitely creative with tastes and flavors and choices that make selections so joyously difficult--and with a wine list to match food and pocketbook. Consider this the now best Italian restaurant in the state. Three cheers for Biagio the chef.""Concealed jewel, but easily accessible off the parkway. Esteemed staff that goes about taking care of your every need, especially the maitre d'. Exceptional menu with meals that make you crave for more. The homemade pasta dishes are unequaled to any place in the state. This is an elite restaurant that I will entertain my family and my business clients at. Head chef will go above and beyond his means for satisfaction of customer."

6. Il Palio

4.8

Exceptional(1855)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Shelton

Booked 10 times today

ONLINE ORDERING AVAILABLE - ilpalioct.comIl Palio was named after the race held each summer in Siena, Italy. Created with a passion, the restaurant has been exquisitely designed and beautifully finished with materials from all over the world. No stone was left unturned and time was not a factor in finding exactly what was required to make the "vision" a reality. The atmosphere created is one of quiet comfort in surroundings reminiscent of an Italian villa. The friendly and courteous staff, the outstanding food, and the efficient service all contribute to the ambiance felt by those who visit the restaurant. Il Palio's fine Tuscan cuisine is a pleasing combination of the highest-quality ingredients and the caring preparation by chefs who take pride in the dishes they present. Like the race in Siena, Il Palio is creating lasting impressions.

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7. Sally's Apizza - Fairfield

4.8

Exceptional(108)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Fairfield

Booked 27 times today

Sally's Apizza in Fairfield, Connecticut, is a testament to authentic Pizzeria cuisine, continuing the legacy of its famed New Haven original. This spot is celebrated for its "excellent" thin-crust pizzas, baked in a coal-fired oven that imparts a unique, smoky flavor customers rave about. Patrons consistently praise the "phenomenal" quality and taste of the pizzas, especially the "best white clam" pizza. With fresh, high-quality ingredients and a variety of Italian classics on the menu, Sally's Apizza creates a "lively and family-friendly" atmosphere that delights both locals and visitors. Reviews frequently highlight the exceptional service, with special mentions of staff like Ryan and Tamara who go above and beyond, making Sally's not just a meal but an experience. It's no wonder Sally's Apizza is described as "hands down a 5 star" dining destination.

8. Osteria Romana

4.7

Exceptional(549)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Monroe

Booked 6 times today

"Brothers Graziano and Maurizio Ricci bring you traditional recipes from Rome, Italy. We specialize in homemade pasta, fish, veal, and chicken plates, in addition to imported Italian wines and unique Italian deserts.Our pasta, prepared daily in the restaurant, is a favorite for all of our customers. Our commitment to quality can be seen in our selection of the freshest ingredients from local producers and our attention to quality and detail. We at Osteria Romana pride ourselves in offering traditional Italian family recipes made with the finest ingredients.Every meal is prepared fresh upon order. The pasta, fish, chicken dishes are all delicious. Our specials are exciting. Modern twists on classic favorites, like our signature hand-made pasta with wild mushrooms and a brandy truffle sauce, are what keep customers coming back."

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Wendy
New York City •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
A win for Shelton…Our first time here and highly recommend! Our server, Julia, was just on third week working there and service was outstanding and food was great! Recommend mussels-the fennel and roasted garlic cream sauce was so tasty as was the octopus; the gnocchi is so fresh, it melts in your mouth; linguine & clams: an excellent amount of clams and limes how they chunks of tomatoes and foccacia crumbs. Will definitely be returning to try other items on the menu. Hope they maintain their level of service and food quality.
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Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - SheltonPrice: Moderate• Italian• Shelton
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4.4
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Melissa
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent, traditional Italian food. Great wine, food, and service. Waitstaff was very attentive, welcoming, and a cozy atmosphere. Highly recommend!
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Trattoria 'A VucchellaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Bridgeport
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4.8
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Dorothy
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
The greeting, service and food was exceptional. The actual tables could be updated; they were chipped and picnic-style. The music was nice but a little loud. It was difficult hearing my daughter. The portions were beautifully displayed but a little small. They were fine for the 3 woman. If my husband was there...he could have eaten both our dishes.. Overall, in my opinion....the food was wonderful but just a few little things would have made it an A+.
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Strega MilfordPrice: Moderate• Italian• Milford
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4.6
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Tom
New York City •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 9, 2024
Exceptional service with fantastic food couldn’t ask for a nicer afternoon
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La FortunaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Stratford
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4.6
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BobVIP
New York City •19 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 18, 2024
Wonderful food and service . Very happy ! Fresh pasta homemade
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Biagio's OsteriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Stratford
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4.4

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8 restaurants available nearby

1. Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - Shelton

2. Strega Milford

3. Trattoria 'A Vucchella

4. La Fortuna

5. Biagio's Osteria

6. Il Palio

7. Sally's Apizza - Fairfield

8. Osteria Romana

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