27 Best Italian Restaurants near Guilford

“Stopped in for dinner, the food was top notch, service friendly and prompt, and atmosphere was relaxed welcoming with a great music selection. Highly recommend the Chicken Parm“

“We had one of their amazing cookies as an appetizer- DELISH!!!! Garlic bread w cheese was very fresh and perfect as well. Chicken parm dinner was amazing. The chicken was very tender w just the right crisp!! I HIGHLY recommend this place!!!“

“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!“

“First time last night 5/16/2024. Excellent Happy Hour..Food & Drinks. Service with Angel(place packed)Great Service. Fun night with Excellent Band. You won't be disappointed !!!“

“Authentic. The Matt & Melissa are experts in real Italian cooking and wines. Authors of “The Italian Farmer's Table: Authentic Recipes and Local Lore from Northern Italy” & of lovers of that #MionettoStyle“

“Great atmosphere and the Food was excellent“

“I literally just had a chicken cutlet with eggplant and pesto. All I have to say is Finally we get some real Italian food around here. Outstanding flavor that just melts in your mouth with every savory bite. Delicious!!! Sorprendente!!!!Thank you to the young lady for the recommendation! I definitely will be back. Thanks for a delicious meal!“

“my wife and I were looking at places to go, There was Doma, Pasta Cosi, LaMonacos,Goodfellas, Cava, so many other places , But we optioned for Rossittos, and asking Branford locals they gave some mixed reviews, I made reservations for valentines day, We were looking forward to it, And then we Arrive, Its like a Noisy Bar as soon as u walk in , We were seated in the Back along a long wobbly bench seat Next to a filthy wall with an oil pipe coming out, We ordered, The wait staff was extremely slow, I get it , It was busier than they probably ever are considering the occasion, No excuse, we ordered cacio e pepe, And a Lasagna Simple, Casio Pepe which is supposed to be done with Romano Cheese and Black Peppercorns , And pasta Water to form the Gravy.....over Bucatini which is a hollow pasta Well what I got was Brown Butter and someone's leftovers in a Bowl The portion was literally 3/4 eaten when I got it, I immediately asked waitress what the hell is this, she ignored me and walked away, The waitress comes by after almost 30 minutes of it sitting on my table and uneaten, and asks how was everything and is something wrong, I explained that situation, and this is not what I ordered, Couldnt be, We sat next to a couple who ordered Pasta and the Portion was Very Large and looked delicious, Then mine shows up which is literally 2 fork full of pasta in a bowl with This gross looking Brown Buttery sauce and Green parsley I have Many Photos, the waitress asked what I wanted her to do and I was mortified and quipped Bring me what I ordered for 26 dollars , she said We just want to make ya happy sarcastically , I said there is Nothing you can do to make me happy, But bring us the check she did 45minutes later and it was 89 dollars For a lasagna and Cacio e pepe, one soda and a martini, I added it came out to 61 dollars so where is the additional 28 dollars, we paid , Said nothing No Tip and left, Never will I ever Return I guess they charge extra for someone else's Leftovers the kid forgot to wrap!....“

“I have dined in and gotten take out… never have I had a bad experience either or. So glad to have a great establishment right down the street. Cocktails and craft beer selections are great too. Kudos to whoever does the cocktails. That watermelon one is on point.“

“Excellent menu, food, staff and ambience!“

“Delicious seafood and steaks! Excellent martini's!!“

“Great meal and service. Spacious and quiet.“

“On Saturday, June 11th after my Mom’s Memorial service I brought 35 people to lunch. The waitstaff was well organized, very attentive, not to mention the food was OUTSTANDING!! Everyone ordered off the menu, drinks were served along with appetizers and dessert. We all ate at the same time which is hard to do with that many people. I would highly recommend Cafe Fiore in Branford, CT to anyone who is looking to have an event or just a nice lunch or dinner. They staff worked so well together that I gave them a 30% gratuity. WELL DONE CAFE FIORE!“

“I visited Shoreline for the first time tonight after driving by many times. I ordered a grilled chicken sandwich on focaccia to pick up.. and since sides at most places are tiny, I ordered an extra.. both Cole Slaw and Macaroni Salad. Well the sides are large and so is the sandwich. Two whole chicken breasts with mozzarella and honey mustard. All very delicious! But way too much for me to finish in one meal. I’m saving half of it for lunch. It was a great choice to visit Shoreline! I will return!!“

“Ordered La.Luna from Slice app Food came very fast and it was delicious. Would recommend this restaurant and order from there again.“

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

“Such a great restaurant! Their food is outstanding and the specials are even better. Haven’t tried a dish we haven’t enjoyed. The staff is awesome - attentive and friendly. Highly recommend!“

“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.“

“Impressive venue for any special occasion from elegant bar, accommodating outdoor seating to private function rooms.“

“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!!!“

“I stop by at least once a week“

“Just tried this joint for the 1st time ever and mannnnn...This is the type of independent Italian American deli that would make John Gotti shed a tear. One of the best Italian combos I've ever had in my lifetime. The amount of sandwich that this one man serves you for $10 should be the national standard for America. Last of a dying breed and I put that on Jesus sandals. I'd give this mf 6 stars if google would let me. God Bless.“

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

“This place is more for take out, but they gave a few tables inside and some picnic tables outside. The service was great took our order and the pizza was ready in no time at all. Their NY style pizza was authentic I was able to fokd their slices in half and the cheese to topping ratio was perfect. The staff was very friendly as well. We onky had pizza this time, but plan to go back and try other items on the menu. I would recommend this place to all my family and friends.“

“Everything is great from food to service. Thanks again everyone for great experiences and thanks to my wonderful friend for recommending me this place“

“Bobby’s Pizza has been a local favorite for over 30 years, known for its consistently excellent thin-crust pizza. As a pizza lover, I can say Bobby’s nails the perfect balance between crispy and chewy with their thin slices. The crust is light yet sturdy enough to hold the toppings without becoming soggy, offering that satisfying crunch when you take a bite.

The sauce is tangy with a hint of sweetness, complementing the fresh, gooey cheese that stretches with every bite. Bobby’s doesn’t skimp on quality, ensuring every slice is flavorful without being overly heavy. Whether you go for a simple cheese slice or a fully loaded pie with pepperoni and veggies, each bite is a testament to the care they’ve put into their craft over the decades.

Operating for over 30 years, Bobby’s remains a go-to spot for pizza enthusiasts who appreciate the simplicity and perfection of a well-made slice. It’s the kind of place that keeps you coming back for more, and with good reason. That’s why they call me the pizza gavone.“

“Always our “go-to” pizza place in Branford, CT. Deliciously consistent, New Haven style pizza with quality ingredients. 5 ⭐️’s!“