26 Best Italian Restaurants near Clinton

“Hand cut steaks and macaroni and cheese that’s better than homemade. Let them make lunch and you can grill dinner.😊“

“Stopped by on our way through CT from Long Island. Was pleasantly surprised with how great this pizza was! A little on the greasy side but nothing you couldn’t pick up with a napkin. The only “negative” was the inside is very plain. Not a ton a decor, but that’s not really important. Would deff come “

“Great food. We were 4 and ordered: Penne ala Vodka GREAT Carbonara GREAT Special Burger GREAT Meat Lovers Pizza PERFECT CRUST“

“EXCEPTIONAL Italian deli. Cool little place and very friendly.“

“Was visiting area. Stopped in for drinks. Sarah the waitress was awesome spent time with us made the best sangria. So friendly unbelievable customer service. I got the salad was delicious. My husband chicken parm. Great place highly recommend!!!“

“We visited to celebrate my birthday and couldn't have asked for a better experience. Our hostess was fantastic—friendly, kind, and knowledgeable—making me feel celebrated without being over the top. She never rushed us and was so helpful throughout. The food was the real star though; every bite of the pasta tasted like Italy, fresh and perfectly cooked. A truly memorable meal!“

“Best penne alla vodka I’ve ever had. Gluten free option too! Great service as well. ❤️“

“Love it so very much. Food is excellent“

“Great meal and service. Spacious and quiet.“

“Dinner at Rustica Ristorante – A Perfect Experience

From the moment we walked into Rustica Ristorante, we were welcomed like family. This multigenerational gem exudes warmth and hospitality, and the service is second to none.

Our server, Andres, was a true professional—attentive, knowledgeable, and gracious. His recommendations were spot on, and his thoughtful service made the evening even more memorable. It was a pleasure to meet his mom, dad, and aunt, who were just as warm and welcoming as the atmosphere they’ve helped create.

The meal itself was exquisite. We enjoyed the Lasagne Bolognese, rich and comforting with layers of perfectly seasoned meat and pasta, and the Halibut special, which was flawlessly cooked and elevated by a delicate orange cream sauce that brought a bright, citrusy balance to the dish.

For dessert, we indulged in the Budino al Formaggio (cheesecake) and a classic crème brûlée—both beautifully prepared and the perfect sweet finish to our evening.

Rustica is more than just a restaurant—it’s an experience marked by genuine hospitality, exceptional cuisine, and the kind of heartfelt connection that keeps you coming back. We’ll absolutely be returning.“

“Great homemade food, amazing wait staff. Would highly recommended this restaurant.“

“Fantastic pizza! I'm pretty picky with pizza..I was impressed. service was great too! 👍🏼“

“I am a big fan of B & W’s overall food quality especially the variety of salads, especially the tunafish & fruit. Met a woman from Branford who comes especially for their Broccoli & Tunasalad a ***** always fresh. The homemade dressings delish especially the Honey Lime my favorite. Yes standing in line is never easy but servers work very hard to keep up with food requests & always willing to make the selections exactly as requested. We on the Shoreline fortunate to have such a great place to order such a variety of home cooked food.“

“Our group of 7 was seated & treated well, food was delicious, fast & hot & service was great!
The Clam strips & calamari were delicious, as was the cheese pizza, calzone, club sandwich, genoa grinder and spaghetti with meatballs. Onion rings were a very generous serving.“

“SO SO SO SO GOOD. We couldn’t decide so we got 3- a margherita, a classic and a mashed potato. The sauce is incredibly, and every pie was perfectly balanced with ingredients and an insane crust that was both chewy and crunchy. 🤌🏻 perfecto!“

“Wonderful evening at La Foresta. Had a large dinner party for moms birthday party. Service and food were excellent. Highly recommend.“

“Everything was delicious as always yesterday for our superbowl party. Thank you so much!“

“Server was great and accommodating. Food was great! Will definitely visit again!“

“Came all the way from Ohio for some New Haven style pizza and this one didn't disappoint! Friendly staff and reasonably priced! Highly recommend!!!“

“We've been going to Sal's Pizza since it was in the Westbrook Cumberland farms building & now their beautiful restaurant!! ANN & Staff thank you for making our Daughter's Birthday Special, Memories are a Lifetime, Kindly Brandy, Tommy & Family

Vegetarian options: They're accommodating just ask politely

Parking: PLENTY OF SPACE

Kid-friendliness: ABOVE KIND, PROFESIONAL & THOUGHTFUL

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“We used Pasta Avest to cater our daughter’s birthday party. They were professional and easy to work with. Food was DELICIOUS and prices are very reasonable. Thank you again!“

“Five professional motor cycle riders who eat in a lot of food at different stops were very satisfied. Great prices/ great quality/ good quantity/fast service/ great waitress/ clean modern seating and restrooms/ ample free parking. Its now on our favorite list. Thank you for serving us so well!!“

“First generation Italian here. Used to Mom's cooking, off the boat from Italy. Pastavita has great variety, good Italian selection. Tried their meatball stromboli. So drowned in salt that the overall taste completely ruined, cut back on the salt and might be ok“

“Stayed here for a family vacation the amenities were amazing they have a Starbucks inside of the spa and the spa itself was a treat to be there for it was a very relaxing place to spend a vacation I would recommend it to all my friends and family“

“We are so lucky to live near Dino's! The food is great, and Dino even makes carbonara for my husband even though it is not on the menu.“

“Finally was able to give Three Girls a try, it’s been on my list for a while, and it was even more amazing than I was anticipating! They were so friendly and the food is SO good. I love the mashed potato pizza! I cannot wait to go back!“