Good food, service, and general atmosphere is fun and enjoyable. I’ll definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Running Rants
What more can you ask for. Good staff, good food, good prices and this is the day before the superbowl, they won't be any busier this year and they gave us all their attention.Vegetarian options: There are a few vegetarian options, but they were happy to make any vegetable combination I wanted. The sandwich I got had plenty of quality cheese and roasted red peppers. It was my first good experience at a deli in a long time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Frank C.
Frankie Soprano says "fuggetabout" Gaetanos- they prepare his sandwich with old stale chicken. Take a look at this photo of old, thin, almost translucent grilled chicken edges. Now imagine biting into a rock strapped to leather smothered in pesto. There is no way that the chef assembling this sandwich didn't notice the meat was old and stale. Or if they choose to argue my assessment of freshness, it was undeniably inedible whatever the cause and had to be discarded. Unfortunately I had little recourse as this was a takeout lunch, and I am at work. (You know what Joe Pesci says happens at the drive through...). Gaetanos used to be one of the few quality Italian delis around. Now they have lost my business AND that of all my Shelton officemates. My health and my $12 are worth more than continuing to support an establishment that serves obvious stale food. Employees are unapproachable at the store, so hopefully this post is valued by them as constructive criticism and by fellow patrons as a warning.
Robert V.
I have been here many times. They have great sandwiches and hot food every day. Everything is sliced fresh or prepared that day and made or assembled in front of you by there large staff of deli experts. It is as Italian as you can get and everything is delicious. My favorite go to is the Kovac's Special. I chicken cutlet sandwich with fresh mozzarella, prosciutto , roasted red peppers, sautéed broccoli rabe and some balsamic vinegar. My only wish is if they had indoor seating. I highly recommend you try this one if you are in the area looking for a sandwich or I nice hot Italian meal.
Paul S
As an italian ny'er living in ct for many years I often find myself depressed at the lack of deli spots. Gaetano’s gets 5 stars from me easy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pawel Skorupski
great food, best sandwiches in
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: A Sandwich
Amy Rae S.
Wow!! Subs are absolutely delicious! The Kovach is hands down the best sub I have ever had in my life! My plan is to eat my way through all the subs!!
Albert Ferraro
Over 25 years ago Gaetano's opened in Stratford CT and I have been a customer since day one. Now I live out of state but every time I am in CT you can see me at one of the locations Stratford, Shelton, or Westport.
I had a bad experience today with picking up sandwiches for an office lunch. Apparently I ordered my cutlet sandwiches improperly and out of order. An employee threw his hands up and yelled when I asked for a second chicken cutlet sandwich after ordering a different sandwich. Now we will be looking for another lunch spot. Too bad because the food is incredible.
Linda K.
Food is always amazing.. try the Kovac, you won't regret it! The team is friendly and welcoming. Always busy!
nick13 dc
Need places to sit. Great food though.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Kovacs Special
Joyce Beck
First time here! The food was delicious! I will go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salads, Kovacs Special
Jason S.
One of the best around! This is a deli that shames other delis! No garbage fake subs here! You can tell it's a different caliper once you walk in and see cured meats hanging from the ceiling. Gives off the great vibes of the other location in Stratford and delivers the goods! Lines may form during the busy lunch hour but they are able to quickly get through the queue. Try them all! My favorite has been the Kovac and I add hot peppers to it.
Absolutely delicious fresh Italian
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good food, service, and general atmosphere is fun and enjoyable. I’ll definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
What more can you ask for. Good staff, good food, good prices and this is the day before the superbowl, they won't be any busier this year and they gave us all their attention.Vegetarian options: There are a few vegetarian options, but they were happy to make any vegetable combination I wanted. The sandwich I got had plenty of quality cheese and roasted red peppers. It was my first good experience at a deli in a long time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Frankie Soprano says "fuggetabout" Gaetanos- they prepare his sandwich with old stale chicken. Take a look at this photo of old, thin, almost translucent grilled chicken edges. Now imagine biting into a rock strapped to leather smothered in pesto. There is no way that the chef assembling this sandwich didn't notice the meat was old and stale. Or if they choose to argue my assessment of freshness, it was undeniably inedible whatever the cause and had to be discarded. Unfortunately I had little recourse as this was a takeout lunch, and I am at work. (You know what Joe Pesci says happens at the drive through...). Gaetanos used to be one of the few quality Italian delis around. Now they have lost my business AND that of all my Shelton officemates. My health and my $12 are worth more than continuing to support an establishment that serves obvious stale food. Employees are unapproachable at the store, so hopefully this post is valued by them as constructive criticism and by fellow patrons as a warning.
I have been here many times. They have great sandwiches and hot food every day. Everything is sliced fresh or prepared that day and made or assembled in front of you by there large staff of deli experts. It is as Italian as you can get and everything is delicious. My favorite go to is the Kovac's Special. I chicken cutlet sandwich with fresh mozzarella, prosciutto , roasted red peppers, sautéed broccoli rabe and some balsamic vinegar. My only wish is if they had indoor seating. I highly recommend you try this one if you are in the area looking for a sandwich or I nice hot Italian meal.
As an italian ny'er living in ct for many years I often find myself depressed at the lack of deli spots. Gaetano’s gets 5 stars from me easy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
great food, best sandwiches in
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: A Sandwich
Wow!! Subs are absolutely delicious! The Kovach is hands down the best sub I have ever had in my life! My plan is to eat my way through all the subs!!
Over 25 years ago Gaetano's opened in Stratford CT and I have been a customer since day one. Now I live out of state but every time I am in CT you can see me at one of the locations Stratford, Shelton, or Westport.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage & Peppers, Kovacs Special, Chicken Parmigiana, Eggplant Parmigiana
Always Great
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: A Sandwich
Restaurantji Recommends
I had a bad experience today with picking up sandwiches for an office lunch. Apparently I ordered my cutlet sandwiches improperly and out of order. An employee threw his hands up and yelled when I asked for a second chicken cutlet sandwich after ordering a different sandwich. Now we will be looking for another lunch spot. Too bad because the food is incredible.
Food is always amazing.. try the Kovac, you won't regret it! The team is friendly and welcoming. Always busy!
Need places to sit. Great food though.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Kovacs Special
First time here! The food was delicious! I will go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salads, Kovacs Special
One of the best around! This is a deli that shames other delis! No garbage fake subs here! You can tell it's a different caliper once you walk in and see cured meats hanging from the ceiling. Gives off the great vibes of the other location in Stratford and delivers the goods! Lines may form during the busy lunch hour but they are able to quickly get through the queue. Try them all! My favorite has been the Kovac and I add hot peppers to it.