Wanted to like this place, because I love pizza. Plus, it's a new business, in a nice new plaza. Employees here were very friendly! But, I have to give a review based on the pizza, as this is a pizza place, and the pizza is super floppy. It's terrible. Soggy. Tried 2 pizzas because I thought the first pizza was made wrong. Both pizzas were soggy. Will likely never return because there are so many better options if you're looking for pizza. Honestly, I don't recommend the Quarry Walk area at all if you're looking to dine. It all looks nice on the outside, but the food and drinks at the restaurants here are too expensive for what you're getting. It seems like they're trying to portray the area as some fancy area that can charge $9 for an IPA that'd be like $5 down the road at Pub 67. Not for me. They must have to pay high rent being a new plaza and they're trickling it down to the customer. read more

Char & Lemon - Italian Near Me - Oxford, Connecticut

I wanted to like this place, close by, decent atmosphere, great service and fantastic cocktails, but the pizza...totally underwhelming. Actually the food in general was completely underwhelming. We started with the truffle arancini. There was no truffle to be found, they were served as 3 tiny little balls, and way over cooked...honestly felt like something that was just taken out of the freezer and fried. The wings had a hoorible rubbery texture and no snap at all. Then there's the pizzas. We ordered 4 to share at our table, none were amazing, they were all just ok... edible, but nothing I'll come running back for. The prices make it hard to love too. I don't mind paying for really good food, but 4 small pizzas, 2 tiny underwhelming apps and 2 drinks each, $206?? I wouldn't actively stay away, but I definitely won't be running back. read more

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I didn't expect to like the pizza here sooo much! One thing that sets them apart is they sprinkle some kind of house made Parmesan crisp crack dust on your pizza crust. At first I thought it was cornmeal but no it was way too umami and crispy for that. This alone made eating the pizza addicting and I never eat the crust! I ordered the Caesar salad, eggplant parm fries, mushroom truffle pizza, and the lemon chicken pizza. 10/10 everything was perfection. Parking was east, we got seated immediately despite a bustling evening scene, and our food was served quick! I personally love it when my entrees are served before I finish my apps lol. I love this place. It's now an instant fave for my husband and I. read more

A very nice establishment. Have been here a few times on special occasions, all of which I have had positive experiences. The food is very delicious, I had the Margherita Pizza and a charcuterie board which I would definitely recommend. Service was very positive, and overall I have no complaints. read more

Char & Lemon - Margarita Pizza - Italian Near Me - Oxford, Connecticut

WOW. One of the best experiences I've ever had at a newly opened restaurant! First, the service was outstanding. Our food came out so quickly and multiple servers attended to us to make sure that our drinks were filled and just to see if there was anything we needed. The food was excellent, and I really love that they're keeping true to their name and keeping a lemon theme throughout the menu. All of the pizzas were tasty, and the crust was perfect. I love a good lemon sauce, and they nailed it in the spaghetti limone dish! Everything was very clean, and the patio area was beautiful. Char & Lemon is definitely one of my new favorites! read more

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We visited Char & Lemon for the first time this weekend and I'd have to say, this is by far the best food I've had in a while. I mean EVERYTHING was delicious from the Apps, the cocktails, the salad, the pizza, and finally...the dessert!! Our table was by the outdoor fireplace and our server was fun and inviting. The atmosphere and music definitely gave us the "Night out" feeling and we left full and happy! Great job! We'll be back!! read more

Char & Lemon - The Apple Crumb dessert - Italian Near Me - Oxford, Connecticut

Food was good and service was great as well. The spicy honey prosciutto pizza is delicious. Con is one of the restaurant's manager. Young guy but so rude to guest and servers. He was manager on-site twice . First time he was so rude to my husband & me even though we had reservations for outdoor he sat a walk in before us in the shade then wanted us to sit in full sun. We asked if we could sit at a shaded table that was just vacant and he complained that it needed to be cleaned and acted like we were an inconvenience! The last dinner & visit there he made one of the lovely and great servers cry by him reprimanding her by the computer where they put in orders. It was so off putting that not sure we will dine there again. read more

Char & Lemon - Cucumber cocktail - Italian Near Me - Oxford, Connecticut

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I'm not sure where to start ... The Ambiance was fabulous for a Friday lunch. It has a casual open-space, contemporary, industrial feel. The Service was great. Our server was very professional and friendly and handled the crowd with ease. Now, the Food!! I ordered the day's special of roasted street corn pizza on gluten free crust. It included the corn, chorizo, thinly sliced jalapeños, goat cheese (I requested in place of the smoked mozzarella) and some decorative white sauce (can't recall what it is called from the menu). I do enjoy spicy food and this pizza hit the mark without being overwhelming. The last place I had that perfect balance of heat/spice and food flavor was at a restaurant in New York City run by Bobby Flay. If you have dietary restrictions and want the BEST EVER gluten free pizza crust - this is the place!! They make their own crust in-house. This crust (I want to say "literally" - but ...) blew me away!! While the prices may seem steep, the value of the food quality is well worth the dining experience, making it a memorable and satisfying culinary journey. read more

Char & Lemon - Roasted corn, chorizo, jalapeño pizza on gluten free crust. - Italian Near Me - Oxford, Connecticut

I think Char & Lemon might just be our new favorite spot we've been here like 3 times in the past few months and the vibes are just so good! The staff here seriously goes above and beyond, super friendly many waiters and waitresses looked out for us. The owner also approached us and asked about our meal which we loved. Great cocktails, they had some amazing fall themed cocktail on the menu when we went and of course delicious food. BUT we think of favorite part is the ambiance and seating. They have a super chic indoor area upstairs and downstairs as well as a great outdoor patio and balcony seating on the second floor - talk about options! read more

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Always an amazing bar staff, very friendly and beautiful atmosphere !the food has always been out of the park. read more

Char & Lemon - Eggplant fries - Italian Near Me - Oxford, Connecticut

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The best happy hour around (see pic). 3-6 PM Tue-Fri. $6 margherita pizzas, $6 small bites, $5 Peroni, $8 specialty cocktails. My wife and I had a pizza and mozzarella sticks, and drinks for $55 including tip. If that's not an inflation buster I don't know what is. Pizza was really good and panko crusted mozzarella sticks, fried perfectly and delicious. read more

Char & Lemon - Happy Hour Menu - Italian Near Me - Oxford, Connecticut

Perfect spot for date night and family. Great drink! Love the ambiance. Waiters and waitresses so nice and the food has flavor!! Meatballs so yummy. Pizza is really good quality pizza read more

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i loved the outdoor seating. went on a Saturday at 2pm no paninis on the weekend. not a very big menu. expensive for what you get. no bread with your pasta. I asked the waitress what sauce comes with gnocchi short rib she said not a lot which I was happy with cuz I can't eat red sauce but when it came it had a lot of red sauce for $31 I didn't eat a lot of it. short rib did taste good. waitress not very nice. my son liked his pizza and my mom liked the sauce for the paccheri but thought pasta was too Al dente. read more

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Second visit with my grandsons. My eggplant fries had portions of cold leading me to believe they had been frozen and warmed up. One grandson had wings but the description didn't say they were spicy and he only ate half. My other grandson had NY pizza which was half crust and half topping. It was sub par. There are so many good pizza places in this state, this one was an embarrassment. Ordered a lemonade and milk for one of them and other had water. Total of Bill $61 without tip! Ridiculous. Won't return. read more

I came here to celebrate the holidays with family. We shared most all of the appetizers--which I must say were tasty, hot and really flavorful. I had the braised short rib entree, and the rest of the family had the pizzas, the short rob gnocchi, and the panini. I tasted the gnocchi which were light and fluffy--which is what you want! The pizzas were all so flavorful and very well cooked. And our server was extraordinary. She took extreme care to make sure the food was prepped and prepared so as to not trigger my food allergies. The staff was very caring, even the manager came twice to check to make sure the food was prepared well and that it was tasty. The ambiance is upscale casual, and the decor of the space was so tantalizing and vibrant. I can't wait to return to dig into the rest of the menu. read more

Excellent service. Quality food at a reasonable price. Could be quieter. All in all a pleasant experience. We have been there 3 x and they are very consistent. Consistently excellent read more

We did a takeout order, pizza and salad. Both were delish, staff were very friendly, food was ready in 15 minutes. Pizzas aren't very big, more personal size but enough for two people. read more

At first glance at Char & Lemon's menu, you might think it just another of the many pizza joints in the area, however there is so much more to this restaurant. In addition to excellent pizza (the signature Char & Lemon is amazing!) they have excellent salads including the best grilled chicken Caesar salad in this part of the state. The appetizers are all unusually creative with the rotating arancini & crostini a favorite. The pasta dishes are all very good, and if you saved room (or even if you didn't) the desserts are also excellent, especially the tiramisu (guys, keep serving it in the glass). We have yet to order a meal we haven't liked or been with someone who was unhappy with their meal. The restaurant itself adds to the experience. It is very modern, clean and has two levels, each with outdoor dining options. We first visited Char & Lemon during the pandemic as they were one of the few in the area offering outdoor dining. There is usually a steady wind in the Quarry Walk plaza but they are able to make the patio a great place to dine utilizing umbrellas, portable heaters and a large fireplace. Since then it has become our favorite go-to place for date night, family get-togethers and Sunday brunch. We have also attended several events hosted upstairs which proved to be perfect for socializing with a large group enjoying the excellent cocktails; I recommend the smoked Old Fashion. Most important however is the amazing staff at Char & Lemon. Since our first visit they have always been super friendly, accommodating, attentive and make you feel at home. A dining experience can be made or broken by the quality of the wait staff. To a person we can honestly say they are the best group we have ever seen at a restaurant. The managers are also very friendly, receptive to suggestions and genuinely care about the dining experience. We can't recommend Char & Lemon enough! read more

What a find. If you are a pizza place within shouting distance from that "famous" New Haven pizza place you had better be good. Char and Lemon fits the bill on so many levels. The wood fired pizzas are to die for. Just the right amount of char on the bottom. I tried most of the red pizzas and can recommend all of them. Great combos and you can always add from a wide selection of "pie toppers" including Calabrian Chili Peppers. But the bar is just as amazing. With the Renaissance in mixology and old fashioned (See what I did there) traditional cocktails, they are way ahead of the game. And they have a number of original cocktails including the Ooh LA LA, which includes Amaro Nonino and Aperol. Both my bartenders, Jenny and Nate were exceptional and knowledgeable. Spoke with both the manager and the owner, both of whom are really attuned to the customers' wishes. A true gem. Don't pass it up if you are ever in the New Haven Area! read more

Char & Lemon - The Burata Pizza with prosciutto di Parma, zucchini, hot honey, basil and olive oil. I also added Calabria Chili. - Italian Near Me - Oxford, Connecticut

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So glad we decided to get pizza after a short hike down the road. Immediately greeted by the bartender and sat at the bar. He recommended the mushroom pizza. We got that and the char&lemon. WOW. blown away by both pizzas! Will be thinking about this pizza for the next year... will absolutely be back despite being 1.25 hours from my house! read more

I had a family event here, and not only was the food exceptional as well as the staff was so kind and attentive to my family and made our event extra special. Great place! read more

We had a very enjoyable meal. Some of us had chicken piccata which was delicious and some had pizza which was also spectacular. The arancini and crostini appetizers were wonderful as well. I recommend this restaurant. read more

My husband and I have been wanting to come here for so long and we are so happy we finally tried it! The service, drinks, appetizers, entrees and desserts were all phenomenal. Our server was very nice and attentive even though she had a lot of tables to attend to. We started off with the arancini, burrata and caesar which were all delicious and the shrimp in my caesar salad were perfect. My salad didn't have a lot of dressing which some people might enjoy but I would ask for more next time. The pizzas were Neapolitan style and were amazing. You can tell they put a lot of thought and care into the ingredients and can really taste the freshness. We were both very full after but obviously could not skip dessert. I HIGHLY recommend the Oreo panna cotta which tasted like the best chocolate mousse you will ever have. My husbands tiramisu was fantastic as well with great flavors. We will definitely be back here for more date nights! read more

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Food and vibe is top-tier! My big group of friends made a reservation on a busy Friday night and we were seated at the patio like we requested. Even though there was a lot of us, the staff was still very accommodating to each and every one of us. The appetizers were so good (especially the mushroom arancini) and filling as well. Our main course took a little longer than expected but it was understandable since it was a busy night and there was a lot of us. Plus, we needed time to make room in our stomachs after the appetizers. I would definitely recommend Char and Lemon if you are looking for good food, good vibes, and a good time (the drinks are great and pretty strong). I would also suggest making a reservation at the patio, near the fireplace, definitely a cozy and aesthetic vibe while you're drinking and eating your food in the cold CT weather. read more

Char & Lemon - Italian Near Me - Oxford, Connecticut

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Very aesthetic wood fired pizza place... Great for a date night!! Pizzas are personal sized but can also be shared. Meatball appetizer was terrific! Drink menu was also very fun! Will definitely be back!!! read more

We attended a birthday party at this establishment and I'm so glad we did. Food was awesome and the drinks were phenomenal. The bartenders and waitress are very helpful and kind I would come back here 1000 times. read more

We absolutely LOVE Char & Lemon. Beyond the amazing food, service and atmosphere is an ownership that treats people like family! The owner recently helped out our family endeavor and took our son under his wing with great business and life advice. When my husband expressed an interest in how great things were, they gave us a tour of how things work in the kitchen...without even knowing us. Their passion for what they do is amazing! Highly recommend! read more

Char & Lemon has a nice ambience. The upstairs dining is real nice. The pizza is real good. Try the Char and Lemon pizza, Its delicious. I do recommend to make a reservation it gets pretty busy on Fridays and Saturdays. The manager is hands-on and will come by and have a chat with you. Everything we have had on the menu has been good. read more

Every time I come to Char & Lemon I have no complaints. Food, service, and atmosphere on the weekends are great. Victoria was a great server, she is super personable and did her best to give us the best experience at the restaurant. I would highly recommend the lavender lemonade if you are looking to have a refreshing drink with your meal. read more

Guava smash drink was good! The pita bread is yummy can't wait to try it with the other dip options. Any of the pizza choices are good I tried the Burrata One this time! Yummy. read more

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I knew I needed to try this place when I drove by and saw people sitting up on the balcony! The view is fun, especially at sunset. Be sure to make yourself a reservation. They have couches out there too, so it makes for a super chill evening. I do have to say, it was pricier than expected for a personal sized pizza in the valley. But coming from a girl who grew up on Zuppardi's and Sally's- it was pretty freakin' good! Oxford needed some real pizza. Yipppee!! My mixed drinks weren't the greatest, but totally my fault for not having a beer instead. After all, that is the best combo! They also serve this tiramisu in a cup that you NEED to try. It's kinda pudding-ish and spongey. I've been dreaming about it. Just get it and thank me later! read more

Excellent food and service. Reasonable prices! First experience was dining in. Enjoyed it so much, I tried take out the next. Overall both experiences were pleasant and worry free. read more

Everything we ate last night was amazing short ribs salmon Spinach dip was so very good

Low key great food. Nice place. Expensive, but everything is. Tend to overcook steak tips, taste wise they are phenomenal, totally get them though, it's a must! Very nice drive and great little plaza around the restaurant. Would go any time. read more

Place is beautiful, fresh and airy. The decor is gorgeous and not overly done. Our waitress Kirsten was super sweet and told us a little bit about the place and made sure we took a walk upstairs....which is so romantic and perfect for date night. Can't wait to go back! read more

Char & Lemon - Italian Near Me - Oxford, Connecticut

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So tonight was meeting a friend at Char and Lemon in Quarry Walk for dinner. We get there and they're busy, and so even with a reservation we waited a bit. Not too bad. But then we are led to a table that's on the 2nd floor. Ok. I have arthritis in my knees, so stairs are not my favorite, but up we go anyway, only to find that our table is one of those really high tables with matching high chairs. Now, I'm a big girl, but barely 5 ft 3, and those chairs are difficult to get onto and uncomfortable once you're on and your feet don't even touch the footies railings. So my friend looks at me and says "Oh. You don't like these." And I replied "No. They're not comfortable." So the young man seating us says "Well you should have said something when you made your reservation" Hmmm. So I said "Can we get another table. A normal table?" So back down the stairs we go, and he said something about finding a table. I pointed to two empty ones and said "Those would be fine" and he looks at me and said "All our chairs are the same size" Clearly a weight reference. Taken aback, I said, "It's not a size issue, it's a height issue. I'm barely 5'3 and those high chairs are not comfortable." He waives us into the waiting area and says "Wait in there while we figure something out." So we are waiting and I'm getting more angry and offended by the minute. After a brief discussion we decide that we'll go spend our money elsewhere. As we are walking away the young man comes charging out of the door and says, "What, now you don't want the table?" So I turned back and said, "We're leaving because I don't like your attitude." So we took ourselves and our money across the green to Sitting Duck Tavern, where we were promptly seated on the first floor with no reservations and no snotty comments. Dinner was excellent and our server courteous, and she was tipped well for it. So, crossing Char and Lemon off my list. I'll spend my money someplace that treats their customers with respect. read more

Staff was amazing! Fantastic food-fantastic service for a senior banquet! Everyone was so accommodating!

Loved Char and Lemon so much! It's a great place!! It's a beautiful place- all the decor, the tables, the spaciousness, the upstairs lounge type seating around the bar.. really well done, all of it! We sat outside on the patio and enjoyed the fire. Drinks were so delicious. We ordered salad and wings for appetizers and each ordered an individual pizza. I have not one complaint. Can't wait to return and try more delicious items! Great, attentive staff as well. read more

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Pizza is always delicious and the drinks are on point. Nice vibe for Quarry walk........ read more

Great food, great drinks, always friendly and attentive service. So accommodating. Pizza is