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Governor Lamont: Connecticut Doubles Down on Its Title as Pizza Capital of the United States

(NEW HAVEN, CT) – Ahead of National Pizza Day, which is celebrated this year on Sunday, February 9, Governor Ned Lamont, state and local officials, and dozens of small business owners from across Connecticut announced a bold set of new initiatives the state is taking to celebrate its world-famous pizza culture, including through a series of high-profile events and activations that blend food, fashion, and pop culture.

“Connecticut pizza isn’t just food, it’s a way of life,” Governor Lamont said. “From New Haven to Hartford to Mystic, our pizza culture is unmatched, and these initiatives will make sure the whole world knows it. This isn’t just about great sauce and slices – it’s about the stories, traditions, and rivalries that have made Connecticut the beating heart of America’s pizza culture.”

Leading the charge is the launch of The Pizza Capital Trail, a statewide collection of Connecticut’s top pizzerias as determined by public voting and a panel of food experts. Other highlights include an interactive pizza-inspired art installation, a fashion collaboration featuring custom Air Jordan 1’s, and a record-setting pizza party aiming to claim a spot in the Guinness World Records.

“Connecticut pizza isn’t just something you eat – it’s something you argue about, obsess over, and defend like your sibling or favorite sports team,” Anthony Anthony, Connecticut’s chief marketing officer said. “We’ve always known we’re the Pizza Capital of the United States, but now we’re proving it in ways that go beyond the food – through art, fashion, and experiences that celebrate the passion baked into every slice.”

A newly released report from the Office of Comptroller Sean Scanlon finds that there are 1,376 pizza restaurants in Connecticut, with New Haven leading the way with 63 pizza establishments. The report also notes Connecticut leads national rankings when it comes to pizzerias per capita and locally-owned establishments".

All of the pizza initiatives are listed here:

portal.ct.gov

Governor Lamont: Connecticut Doubles Down on Its Title as Pizza Capital of the United States

portal.ct.gov portal.ct.gov
 
HooperScooper said:
Looks good. Is it better than Pepe's in Manchester?
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In the eye of the beholder, of course, but it’s been around for a long time and many locals like it. Thin crust.
 
Waquoit said:
In the eye of the beholder, of course, but it’s been around for a long time and many locals like it. Thin crust.
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When you say "long time" you need to be more specific. I grew up 5 miles from where it is and never heard of it. I just looked on their website and it says it's been around for 20 years. I moved out of Connecticut almost 30 years ago. So for an old guy like me I guess 20 years isn't long enough. :)
 
HooperScooper said:
When you say "long time" you need to be more specific. I grew up 5 miles from where it is and never heard of it. I just looked on their website and it says it's been around for 20 years. I moved out of Connecticut almost 30 years ago. So for an old guy like me I guess 20 years isn't long enough. :)
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It started out on South Main Street and then moved to Main Street. I don't remember when it moved to Main Street.
 
Went to Zeneli for lunch with some work people today. It was their choice and I tagged along. Pretty ballsy move setting up a neopolitan pizza shop across the street from Pepe's apizza.....and they more than held their own. PIcking up my first slice, I was shocked how light and airy it was....and the bite and flavor was superb. One of the co-workers mentioned it was exactly like eating Neopolitan in Italy tastes like and I can see that.

Very, VERY good. Well worth a try.
 
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Deepster said:
Went to Zeneli for lunch with some work people today. It was their choice and I tagged along. Pretty ballsy move setting up a neopolitan pizza shop across the street from Pepe's apizza.....and they more than held their own. PIcking up my first slice, I was shocked how light and airy it was....and the bite and flavor was superb. One of the co-workers mentioned it was exactly like eating Neopolitan in Italy tastes like and I can see that.

Very, VERY good. Well worth a try.
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4.9 on Google, amazing service and great food. Albanian family that came through Naples.
 
HooperScooper said:
When you say "long time" you need to be more specific. I grew up 5 miles from where it is and never heard of it. I just looked on their website and it says it's been around for 20 years. I moved out of Connecticut almost 30 years ago. So for an old guy like me I guess 20 years isn't long enough. :)
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Times flies. I wanna say over 20 years. It started as a takeout only joint on the other side of 384 before they moved to a brick and mortar place in the middle of Main Street.
 
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Waquoit said:
Mulberry Street in Manchester fits the bill and it's on the way to Gampel.
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Mulberry Street is arguably the best Pizza east of Hartford in Connecticut. It's up there with all of the "Big Three" in New Haven too I'd argue. Another place I recently tried and LOVED was Trigo in Willimantic. Their pizza's are one size and they are on the smaller side but they are very good.
 
Sally's is opening in Jordan's Furniture in West Farms Mall on Feb 13

sallysapizza.com

Sally’s Farmington, CT Location

New city, same pizza. Sally’s arrived in Farmington, CT in February ’25 with an expanded menu of our world famous New Haven style apizza, entrees, pastas and more.
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Rocktheworld said:
Definitely have heard a bunch about old world and, despite living in Cheshire for 6 months, never got some. Definitely want to. It’s because Cheshire has Fuoco, which is phenomenal; and Antonio’s and Sergio’s, which are both very good. So the furthest I would ever head into Hamden to eat was BRGRKO or Bangkok Boulevard for the most part since my pizza needs were more than satisfied
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I've had Fuoco, and while I thought it was good, I definitely preferred Olde World. We really are spoiled with so many good options.
 
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jostar1 said:
Governor Lamont: Connecticut Doubles Down on Its Title as Pizza Capital of the United States

(NEW HAVEN, CT) – Ahead of National Pizza Day, which is celebrated this year on Sunday, February 9, Governor Ned Lamont, state and local officials, and dozens of small business owners from across Connecticut announced a bold set of new initiatives the state is taking to celebrate its world-famous pizza culture, including through a series of high-profile events and activations that blend food, fashion, and pop culture.

“Connecticut pizza isn’t just food, it’s a way of life,” Governor Lamont said. “From New Haven to Hartford to Mystic, our pizza culture is unmatched, and these initiatives will make sure the whole world knows it. This isn’t just about great sauce and slices – it’s about the stories, traditions, and rivalries that have made Connecticut the beating heart of America’s pizza culture.”

Leading the charge is the launch of The Pizza Capital Trail, a statewide collection of Connecticut’s top pizzerias as determined by public voting and a panel of food experts. Other highlights include an interactive pizza-inspired art installation, a fashion collaboration featuring custom Air Jordan 1’s, and a record-setting pizza party aiming to claim a spot in the Guinness World Records.

“Connecticut pizza isn’t just something you eat – it’s something you argue about, obsess over, and defend like your sibling or favorite sports team,” Anthony Anthony, Connecticut’s chief marketing officer said. “We’ve always known we’re the Pizza Capital of the United States, but now we’re proving it in ways that go beyond the food – through art, fashion, and experiences that celebrate the passion baked into every slice.”

A newly released report from the Office of Comptroller Sean Scanlon finds that there are 1,376 pizza restaurants in Connecticut, with New Haven leading the way with 63 pizza establishments. The report also notes Connecticut leads national rankings when it comes to pizzerias per capita and locally-owned establishments".

All of the pizza initiatives are listed here:

portal.ct.gov

Governor Lamont: Connecticut Doubles Down on Its Title as Pizza Capital of the United States

portal.ct.gov portal.ct.gov
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I love how Connecticut leans into the Pizza Capital of the United States. It’s brilliant marketing and as a bonus, it must absolutely infuriate people in New York, New Jersey, etc.

As good as the pizza is all over the state, it’s still not that well known and most of the flyover bumpkins still believe that some generic street slice in NYC is the best pizza man has ever created.
 
Fishy said:
I love how Connecticut leans into the Pizza Capital of the United States. It’s brilliant marketing and as a bonus, it must absolutely infuriate people in New York, New Jersey, etc.

As good as the pizza is all over the state, it’s still not that well known and most of the flyover bumpkins still believe that some generic street slice in NYC is the best pizza man has ever created.
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Are you being sarcastic? You don't generally compliment any foods other than cereal. The flyover bumpkins are rarely that impressed, they like their local slop. Also, I'm in the camp that says the average slice in NYC is generally very good. Its not John's or one of the other elite spots, but there's a crazy number of good slices in NYC.
 
jostar1 said:
Governor Lamont: Connecticut Doubles Down on Its Title as Pizza Capital of the United States

(NEW HAVEN, CT) – Ahead of National Pizza Day, which is celebrated this year on Sunday, February 9, Governor Ned Lamont, state and local officials, and dozens of small business owners from across Connecticut announced a bold set of new initiatives the state is taking to celebrate its world-famous pizza culture, including through a series of high-profile events and activations that blend food, fashion, and pop culture.

“Connecticut pizza isn’t just food, it’s a way of life,” Governor Lamont said. “From New Haven to Hartford to Mystic, our pizza culture is unmatched, and these initiatives will make sure the whole world knows it. This isn’t just about great sauce and slices – it’s about the stories, traditions, and rivalries that have made Connecticut the beating heart of America’s pizza culture.”

Leading the charge is the launch of The Pizza Capital Trail, a statewide collection of Connecticut’s top pizzerias as determined by public voting and a panel of food experts. Other highlights include an interactive pizza-inspired art installation, a fashion collaboration featuring custom Air Jordan 1’s, and a record-setting pizza party aiming to claim a spot in the Guinness World Records.

“Connecticut pizza isn’t just something you eat – it’s something you argue about, obsess over, and defend like your sibling or favorite sports team,” Anthony Anthony, Connecticut’s chief marketing officer said. “We’ve always known we’re the Pizza Capital of the United States, but now we’re proving it in ways that go beyond the food – through art, fashion, and experiences that celebrate the passion baked into every slice.”

A newly released report from the Office of Comptroller Sean Scanlon finds that there are 1,376 pizza restaurants in Connecticut, with New Haven leading the way with 63 pizza establishments. The report also notes Connecticut leads national rankings when it comes to pizzerias per capita and locally-owned establishments".

All of the pizza initiatives are listed here:

portal.ct.gov

Governor Lamont: Connecticut Doubles Down on Its Title as Pizza Capital of the United States

portal.ct.gov portal.ct.gov
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Voting for the Connecticut Pizza Capital Trail will run from March 14 through May 1. Votes can be entered at pizzacapitaltrail.com.
 
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Huskybass said:
I find Modern to now be the best of the Big 3. Pepe's not as consistent as it used to be, and Sally's underwhelming the last 2 times I went.

I had a slice from Lorenzo's in West Haven recently. NY style...superb.
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Am hearing that Lorenzo's is going into the Guilford space that use to be Farina's Restaurant. On Rt 80 west of the White Valley Motel.

Not sure if this is a relocation or another location.
 
Hoophound said:
Are you being sarcastic? You don't generally compliment any foods other than cereal. The flyover bumpkins are rarely that impressed, they like their local slop. Also, I'm in the camp that says the average slice in NYC is generally very good. Its not John's or one of the other elite spots, but there's a crazy number of good slices in NYC.
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I agree with this. Almost all of the neighborhood slice places in NYC are very good and consistently better than the random CT slice places. Not all of them mind you. But I’ve been very disappointed in some random CT slices. Can’t say I’ve felt the same in NYC. YMMV.
 
boog204 said:
I agree with this. Almost all of the neighborhood slice places in NYC are very good and consistently better than the random CT slice places. Not all of them mind you. But I’ve been very disappointed in some random CT slices. Can’t say I’ve felt the same in NYC. YMMV.
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Where are the CT slice places?
 
WrenchFan69 said:
Plenty of places have slices. Mario's in Waterbury, Pietro's in downtown Hartford, Michel Angelo's in Rocky Hill, Three Fellas in Marlborough, Giovanni's in Glastonbury come to mind. Problem is they mostly suck
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I remember Mario from like 25 or so years ago when he was manning the ovens at Bacco's in Waterbury. I would sit in the Bacco's kitchen and have slices and cream sodas with my dad. Great memories.
 
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