Nardelli&#x27;s Grinder Shoppe

Another great night at Fratelli's - Milford, CT…read more This was our fourth visit to Fratelli's, and it continues to deliver. We started with the wedge salad, which sounds simple on paper but was anything but. Crisp iceberg, a rich blue cheese that actually tasted like blue cheese, and bacon that somehow turned iceberg lettuce into heaven -- not an easy feat. Cocktails were excellent. My wife had a blueberry lemonade that she absolutely loved, and I went with an Old Fashioned that was perfectly balanced. Liz behind the bar consistently makes great cocktails, and last night was no exception. For dinner, I had the halibut piccata over spinach. Perfectly cooked, beautifully presented, and full of bright, clean flavor. The fish was delicate, the piccata sauce was just right, and honestly... there was no chance of leftovers. None. My wife ordered the eggplant rollatini. Portions were generous, and she happily brought half home -- which tells you everything you need to know. She called it divine, and I believe her. Our server, Matt, was excellent -- friendly, attentive, and paced the meal perfectly without ever hovering. Service like that really elevates the whole experience. Warm atmosphere, thoughtful food, generous portions, and consistently solid execution. Fratelli's has become one of those places we keep coming back to -- and recommending. We'll definitely be back.

Last night (7/11), we surprised our Sister Shelly for her birthday that was actually on Friday. We…read moremanaged to have her grandchildren and great grandchildren join us, which made her smile even bigger and brighter. It was all worth it and I want to personally thank the entire team at Fratelli's for helping us pull this off without a hitch?

Chocolate cheesecake

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Strada Trattoria Italiana

4.3(56 reviews)

0.7 mi

I asked Yelp for best restaurants around me and Strada came up. It was great. It's a quaint place…read morein a strip mall we never realized was there. Nothing pretentious, unassuming. The service and the food is authentic Italian, not American Italian, and my wife and I throughly enjoyed it. They have excellent cocktails but the food is the star. I had the braised special of the day which was the short ribs served with rosemary potatoes, green beans and broccoli. It was seasoned to perfection and the meat just fell apart it was so tender. My wife had the best Penne ala Vodka made with a very light and sweet sauce and not the heavy cream base cause you usually get. Plenty of pancetta and some onions in perfect balance. Plenty of shrimp as well. I almost forgot. We had the Burrata as a starter. It was platted like a five star meal and was delicious. Creamy Burrata , prosciutto with cherry tomatoes, arugula and EVOO. It set the expectations high and was delicious. A great portion size that was great to split. They easily accommodated our dietary restrictions. I have gluten issues and my wife is allergic to garlic. We will return soon.

Strada is right off of Boston Post Road and is a classic Italian restaurant with apps, pastas, and…read morea range of entrees. It is no frills but their food is good, even the bread! If you're craving classic, this is your spot.

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Gusto Trattoria

3.9(272 reviews)

2.6 mi

Amazing food and wait staff. Great for all ages. Owners are always on premise. Been there for…read moredinner and special occasions and holidays. Always wonderful, highly recommend.

Beautiful day shopping at the Milford Mall called for something more than just a quick meal. I…read morewanted a place with a special vibe, and this restaurant did not disappoint! From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed warmly and got the perfect outdoor patio table under the umbrella. The Watermelon Basil Martini was absolutely amazing -- my friend had the virgin version, and mine was fully loaded. It was so good I ordered a second one! For dinner, we tried the braised short rib pappardelle and the lobster risotto, which our server recommended as the best dishes on the menu. She was right both were delicious! The tiramisu? To die for! Definitely recommend this spot for any occasion! P.S. I uploaded my bill so all you nosy people can see what dinner came out to

Outside dining area

Meatball appetizer

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Free bread!!

Andini's Restaurant

4.4(149 reviews)

1.3 mi

Don't let the unassuming exterior fool you. Inside, this place welcomes you with a cozy,…read morefamily-style neighborhood vibe that makes you want to become a regular immediately. The food easily earns a 9/10 overall. The service was great, but the dishes were the real stars of the night: Chicken Milanese: Absolutely excellent. Easily one of the best versions of this dish we have ever tasted in Connecticut. Veal Meatballs: Incredible texture and flavor. Truly stand-out quality. Gorgonzola Pasta: Incredibly unique. If you love Gorgonzola cheese, this is an absolute must-try. Pizza: Good crust and flavor. The complimentary bread was just average, but everything else completely blew us away. We highly recommend checking this neighborhood spot out!

The service was the savior here. We were seated in the back corner by the kitchen so it was a bit…read moreof an awkward spot for a table, but the place was busy for a Wednesday night! The waitress didn't check in much but the bus boy was sweet and extremely attentive. I hope he got part of our tip! We ordered the burratta appetizer to share which was covered in tasty pesto. My friends both got the fettuccine Alfredo which they described as creamy and delicious and one of the better ones they've had. I got the carbonara, which was good but I wasn't blown away. I was torn between this and another choice and I think I will have to come back and try the other option.

We love our wines!

Wood burning oven, not gas

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Lets get this party started!!

Fire Engine Pizza Co.

3.4(22 reviews)

1.8 mi

This restaurant has become a neighborhood gem. I enjoy coming here to meet friends for pizza (well…read moredone so the crust is crispy) and wings and a game on the many TV's Food is pretty good, I tried a few items besides the pizza and wings and enjoyed them. They have different seasonal specials besides the regular menu. Staff are always perky and friendly. This is their third location, this building was a former neighborhood fire house. They maintained the fire engine doors which open during warm months and the decor is fire fighter themed.

Great food, we ordered a plethora of food: chicken bacon ranch pizza, mozzarella, buffalo wings,…read moresalad and clam casino. Zero complaints. The staff was helpful, the food was good and there were plenty of seating options from bar, to booths to tables. The outside is an authentic firehouse and the inside has fire gear. I will definitely be back.

Bar

Bacon and onion individual pizza

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Ristorante Di Sofia

4.8(96 reviews)

6.5 mi

Went with my wife the night before Valentines Day to Ristorante Di Sofia for some fine dining…read more Plenty of parking in the rear on both sides of the restaurant, I'd recommend reservations as they have a steady crowd on a nightly basis. We started out with some mozz sticks for an app, love the tomato sauce it comes with. Nicely coated and cheesy sticks, perfect for a warmup to your entree. Each entree comes with a side salad. Speaking of, I do with you could swap it out with a soup since I'm not a salad guy. She got the chicken parm, came with pasta on the side which keeps it from becoming soggy. Good size thin cutlet coated with sauce and cheese, was definitely a hit. I went with the Cavatelli Rapini. Was cavatelli pasta tossed broccoli rabe, cannellini beans, sausage finished with garlic and olive oil. Full of flavor, I finished every bite, good size portion as well. Good amount of seating and serving was hearty and kind. We got a drink, app and 2 entrees and walked out without breaking the bank, really nice place!

Very delicious! And service was awesome. A tad bit pricy but what isn't now in days? Recommend…read moretrying!

Meatball special

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Pinot Noir

Reggiano's Ristorante

3.9(138 reviews)

3.9 mi

We continue to enjoy Reggiano's on every visit. The wait staff is incredibly professional and…read morepleasant, but most of all, the food is delicious. They always have interesting and creative specials at fair prices. This is a great place to meet friends as you can actually have conversations even when it's busy. Good drinks too.

Whenever we go here, we always have a great meal served by very pleasant and attentive wait staff.read more

Reggiano linguini

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Chicken Parmigiana

Strega

4.1(114 reviews)

1.8 mi

Came here with a friend on a Monday night without a reservation. We were in the mood for Italian so…read moreit was appreciated that they were open on a Monday night. The staff were friendly and we enjoyed a casual meal with conversation at the bar. The mood was pleasant and the ambiance was mellow. I have eaten at the bar in the past and like to watch the pizzas being made. The food was awesome. My friend ordered the Ceviche Di Tonno for his appetizer. It was pretty epic. Next he had the Agnello slow cooked lamb shank with rosemary potato and red peppers mille foglie another hit. I had the Diavola pizza with Burrata. All delicious.

I'm so happy I was finally able to visit Strega! The food was absolutely amazing. The pizza tastes…read moretruly like it does in Italy. They are sourcing so many ingredients directly from Italy and the quality and taste reflects that. Very nice wine and cocktail list. The interior was very cozy and would be the perfect place for a date. They gave us the most delicious complimentary pistachio limoncello after our meal. Everything was perfect and intentional down to the flatware and plates.

Margarita sans basil in back, Cacio e Pepe in front

Before the oven..

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Capicollo and bufala pizza

GG's Wood Fired Pizza

3.6(318 reviews)

2.0 mi

Love to try local places when traveling. Boy did we make the right call here. Pizza was absolutely…read moreamazing!!! Portion sizes were huge and serviced was great.

While the food at GG's is usually outstanding, our experience yesterday was extremely…read moredisappointing. Before ordering, we informed our waitress that a member of our party has a severe shellfish allergy, including all shellfish and anchovies. Since she was new, I took extra time to clarify the allergy and discuss safe menu options. We determined that I could not order anything fried, including chicken cutlets, because the fryer is shared with shellfish items such as calamari and shrimp. Unfortunately, this is a challenge we often face when dining out. Given the limited options available, I ordered the ravioli with Sunday sauce. However, I became very sick that night. While I cannot say with certainty what happened, I suspect there may have been some form of cross-contamination in the kitchen, whether from gloves, utensils, or food handling procedures. What made the experience even worse was the interaction with the manager, Cindy. I found her to be rude, dismissive, and lacking the customer service skills expected in a hospitality setting. Rather than showing concern for a guest with a serious food allergy, her attitude left us feeling unwelcome and unvalued. Based on conversations with others, this behavior unfortunately does not seem to be an isolated incident. Between the apparent lack of allergy safeguards and the poor customer service we experienced, this visit has left us questioning whether we will return. Food allergies are not preferences; they are serious medical concerns that require careful attention and respect.

Fried mozzarella

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Chicken Parmigiana

Bin 100 Restaurant

4.1(498 reviews)

3.8 mi

•$$$

I had such a wonderful experience! I attended their Garden Spritz Party, and everything was…read moreexceptional. The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. The service was just as impressive. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made everyone feel welcome throughout the event. The patio was the perfect atmosphere for a summer evening, and the tiramisu espresso martini was a standout. Whether you're looking for a special event, a girls' night out, or just a great meal, I highly recommend. I can't wait to come back!

Really odd, brusque service these last couple of times. Food really bland. Shouldn't go on a…read moreweekend? Very heavy food (see all the creamy sauce everywhere) yet bland food all around. No idea why so popular... (To manager- thank you! We've had many wonderful experiences here, just not so much lately recently...)

Tent was decorated beautifully

Penne Bolognese

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Pork Egg Rolls

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Brian S.

10 years ago

Apparently, Brian's think alike! This place is the bees knees. I was greeted as soon as I walked in from start to finish, it was service with a smile! Food was exactly what I was for and the their spread was really impressive. Also, if yr reading this Brian C, your name is killer! read more

Brian C.

10 years ago

I've been at this store all week! I can't get enough of their food! From their amazing pulled pork to their mouth watering desserts, this place is everything I ever wanted and more! PS. The waffle rolled cheesecake took my breath away! read more

Don H.

2 years ago

Website says open til 9pm got there at 7:50 pm and it was closed...you may want to update your hours

Brittany M.

7 years ago

Driver stole my food, no refund, owner called yelling at me. So upset about this

Johnny J.

10 years ago

Phenomenal sandwich with fast service and an excellent staff. Good Concept!

Mary F.

10 years ago

Best grinders EVER!! I've already gone 6 times since they've opened!

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