OT: Best Pizza in CT

[dvegas]

You'd be surprised. I live in a metro region of 1.5m (Buffalo) and in this whole area, there's one place that makes good New York style pizza, and 2 places that make excellent Neapolitan pizza (one of them also makes excellent Detroit pizza). I always go to one of these places for great Neapolitan/Detroit. I never go to the New York style place even though it's good.

So, Im really limited up here and never eat a classic tri-state slice.

Why bother when you can enjoy beef on weck and wings? Throw in some frozen custard, and pop over the border for fine beer and smoked meat. I have family in Williamsville, the pizza sucks

 

[huskymedic]

-> High hydration dough, extended cold fermentation and Wisconsin brick cheese are key ingredients and steps going into these pizzas while parbaking helps give the pizza its "signature, caramelized cheese edges," according to a news release. <-

 

[Deepster]

Ate at Mondo last week for the first time. I thought it was okay for CT. Definitely above average but I wouldn't rush back. I've also eaten at Sicily and Krust in that same area and thought they were both just as good.

 

[husky429]

Ate at Mondo last week for the first time. I thought it was okay for CT. Definitely above average but I wouldn't rush back. I've also eaten at Sicily and Krust in that same area and thought they were both just as good.

Mondo is just a quick take-out or delivery place. It's fine. Sicily is a bit better, but there entrees are insanely overpriced if you want something else too. Krust is the best of the bunch, but still not on par with something like Bufalina in its genre.

 

[Husky25]

How does everyone feel about this list

Sadly, I'm not sure Three Fellas in Marlborough belongs on the list anymore.

They tore down the gas station and separate building that housed a 7-Eleven (long closed before it got torn down) and the prior Three Fellas on the corner of North Main and Rte. 66. In it's place, there is a much larger gas station with a convenience store/coffee shop/restaurant that all share the same door. Three Fellas occupies the "restaurant" side of the building to the left.

The ambiance is decidedly different than when Three Fellas was in its own space. Gone is the hole-in-the-wall hidden gem character and replaced by an unremarkable florescent and cold metal vibe. It's still thin crust, but the slices seem smaller than I remember. Also, I don't know if they had the conveyer oven before the old building was torn down, but they do now and it is out in the open for all to see. Finally note is the awkward site of people coming out of a gas station with pizza boxes.

 

[boog204]

Sadly, I'm not sure Three Fellas in Marlborough belongs on the list anymore.

They tore down the gas station and separate building that housed a 7-Eleven (long closed before is got torn down) and the prior Three Fellas on the corner of North Main and Rte. 66. In it's place, there is a much larger gas station with a convenience store/coffee shop/restaurant that all share the same door. Three Fellas occupies the "restaurant" side of the building to the left.

The ambiance is decidedly different than when Three Fellas was in its own space. Gone is the hole-in-the-wall hidden gem character and replaced by an unremarkable florescent and cold metal vibe. It's still thin crust, but the slices seem smaller than I remember. Also, I don't know if they had the conveyer oven before the old building was torn down, but they do now and it is out in the open for all to see. Finally note is the awkward site of people coming out of a gas station with pizza boxes.

Slices are smaller, prices are way up, and it's housed in a freaking gas station/convenience store. in between a Starbucks and a Best Cleaners. I used to love stopping in to grab a slice, but have no interest anymore. Rossini's down the road in East Hampton is much better, and Lakeside in EH has excellent woodf-ired offerings, too.

 

[Husky25]

Slices are smaller, prices are way up, and it's housed in a freaking gas station/convenience store. in between a Starbucks and a Best Cleaners. I used to love stopping in to grab a slice, but have no interest anymore. Rossini's down the road in East Hampton is much better, and Lakeside in EH has excellent woodf-ired offerings, too.

I 've heard the same about Lakeside. I haven't had it yet though.

Rossini's has been more than solid for 25 years. I know it's been there longer, but I've only known it since being assigned to the American Distilling audit in 2000. Then we moved nearby in 2007. Speaking of nearby, it's a little further down the road, but Pizzeria D'Vinci in Cobalt maybe should replace Three Fellas.

 

[Huskybass]

I 've heard the same about Lakeside. I haven't had it yet though.

Rossini's has been more than solid for 25 years. I know it's been there longer, but I've only known it since being assigned to the American Distilling audit in 2000. Then we moved nearby in 2007. Speaking of nearby, it's a little further down the road, but Pizzeria D'Vinci in Cobalt maybe should replace Three Fellas.

As a 30 year Glastonbury resident, I've gotten to enjoy the ones you've mentioned. Harry's in Glastonbury was superb, truly the best I've had in the Hartford area. There are some good ones out that way though. Plum Tomato in Colchester is interesting and Square Peg in Glastonbury also has potential to crush it. We are pretty blessed in CT that even the second tier places are damn good.

 

[Stew Crew]

Are they scared of Waterbury?

I grew up there and I'm scared of Waterbury. But I will cautiously venture there for Dominic and Vinnie's or Mario's (and Diorio's and La Tavola for some upscale Italian).

 

[huskymedic]

-> Sally's will celebrate its grand opening at the Dorchester location, which is in the South Bay Shopping Center, on Tuesday evening. A reservation is required for the opening night, and normal takeout and delivery options will become available Oct. 7.

Located on 9 Division St., Sally's will take over the space from Wahlburgers, a chain of hamburger restaurants co-owned by prominent Hollywood actor and Boston native Mark Wahlberg, which closed its Dorchester location in 2024. Sally's is looking to recapture the old-school charm of its legendary New Haven location, however, styling the restaurant with oak wood-paneled walls and the restaurant's famous red-and-white checkered tile ovens, according to the Boston Business Journal. </

 

[boog204]

I 've heard the same about Lakeside. I haven't had it yet though.

Rossini's has been more than solid for 25 years. I know it's been there longer, but I've only known it since being assigned to the American Distilling audit in 2000. Then we moved nearby in 2007. Speaking of nearby, it's a little further down the road, but Pizzeria D'Vinci in Cobalt maybe should replace Three Fellas.

Highly recommend Lakeside. Pizza's there are really, really good. I prefer it to Rossini's, although it's a totally different style.

Davinci is pretty good. I only typically do slices there and am not a fan of their "regular" pizzas. They rarely have them available anymore, it seems, but their baked potato and Thai Chicken are really, really good.

 

[Kolumbo]

I'm sure it's not a complete collection but a good reason to get out and eat more pizza

 

[Purple Stein]

I'm sure it's not a complete collection but a good reason to get out and eat more pizza

Zephyr's and not Luna? Madness.

 

[Flipside]

DiNo’s Pizza Co.

Event in Newport, RI, United States by Anthony DiNovella on Thursday, October 9 2025

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DiNo’s Pizza Co. will be cheffing up pies today, October 9th from 3-6pm👍 at the Market on Broadway! Stop by or pre-order at 401-824-4324.

Childhoood friend from CT, and UConn Alum ... new venture

 

[boog204]

I grew up there and I'm scared of Waterbury. But I will cautiously venture there for Dominic and Vinnie's or Mario's (and Diorio's and La Tavola for some upscale Italian).

Diorio's is really, really good...

 

[boog204]

DiNo’s Pizza Co.

Event in Newport, RI, United States by Anthony DiNovella on Thursday, October 9 2025

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DiNo’s Pizza Co. will be cheffing up pies today, October 9th from 3-6pm👍 at the Market on Broadway! Stop by or pre-order at 401-824-4324.

Childhoood friend from CT, and UConn Alum ... new venture

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The four-year-old in me saw that bottom line as a "work o fart." Why did the font go all weird like that?

 

[Flipside]

The four-year-old in me saw that bottom line as a "work o fart." Why did the font go all weird like that?

 

[UCan3]

Love this thread and one where no one can be “right” because Pizza is like art - it is the eyes of the beholder - that’s the only opinion that counts. But with that being said, like having some new places to try based on this thread.

One thing that is scientific fact is that CT has the rest of New England beat on Pizza and grinders - that’s for sure. Boston pizza and it get worse all the way west. And grinder that’s even further separation - It’s like no one every explained to anyone in Mass how to make one LOL

 

[CL82]

DiNo’s Pizza Co.

Event in Newport, RI, United States by Anthony DiNovella on Thursday, October 9 2025

www.facebook.com

DiNo’s Pizza Co. will be cheffing up pies today, October 9th from 3-6pm👍 at the Market on Broadway! Stop by or pre-order at 401-824-4324.

Childhoood friend from CT, and UConn Alum ... new venture

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I used to like pizza from Dino's, I think it was in or near Norwich. Really good pizza though it's been closed for years.

 

[jibsey]

Pizza Works is a fun place. The pizzas are good, nothing special, but fun varieties. Tex Mex was always one of my favorites. And their focaccia bread is great.

I go regularly because the train sets are like free babysitting. You can basically have a date there if you have small children while they stare at the giant train displays upstairs. Huge beer selection too.

Just went to Pizza Works and the pizza is decent but their different salads are huge and great quality. Small salad 2 people, large 4. Fun place with the trains setup.

 

[huskyjawz]

Has anyone been to Mango's in Mystic? It's 15 on the State's pizza trail list. I have to be up in Stonington this weekend and looking for some decent pizza. I scrolled through the thread here, and seemed like people aren't too impressed with Mystic Pizza or the other area offerings.

 

[Huskybass]

Has anyone been to Mango's in Mystic? It's 15 on the State's pizza trail list. I have to be up in Stonington this weekend and looking for some decent pizza. I scrolled through the thread here, and seemed like people aren't too impressed with Mystic Pizza or the other area offerings.

I can say that Mystic Pizza is pricy and pretty average. No idea about Mango. I can say there's a place in Westerly, RI that makes a killer shrimp pizza, its called the Pizza Place.

 

[Travelman6]

Hey guys, I'll be in CT for about a week to start November. My gf will be visiting the USA for the first time and of course she needs to try New Haven pizza. I haven't had pizza from New Haven in years myself so not sure what the current state of pizza is in the city. I have one shot to wow her with NH pizza and I've heard mixed reviews about how Sally's currently is. Is Pepes still my best bet? Modern? I'd like to pick a place that's also been around for a long time.

 

[Methalius]

I can say that Mystic Pizza is pricy and pretty average. No idea about Mango. I can say there's a place in Westerly, RI that makes a killer shrimp pizza, its called the Pizza Place.

Mystic Pizza is awful. It's a tourist trap. Mango's blows Mystic Pizza out of the water.

Hey guys, I'll be in CT for about a week to start November. My gf will be visiting the USA for the first time and of course she needs to try New Haven pizza. I haven't had pizza from New Haven in years myself so not sure what the current state of pizza is in the city. I have one shot to wow her with NH pizza and I've heard mixed reviews about how Sally's currently is. Is Pepes still my best bet? Modern? I'd like to pick a place that's also been around for a long time.

Honestly you can't go wrong with Sally's, Pepe's or Modern. They all are essentially the same recipe and the ovens are similar as well. Pepe's was first, then came Modern a year later and about 4 or 5 years after Pepe's started then one of the relatives of Pepe's broke away and did their own business called Sally's. I think even the yeast is related. Anyone who says Pepe's or Sally's is terrible is just promoting their own agenda. I personally enjoy Modern the most but they are all so very similar. You can even go to West Haven and hit up Little Rendezvous. Those are the big 4. All are incredible.

 

[Deepster]

I can say that Mystic Pizza is pricy and pretty average. No idea about Mango. I can say there's a place in Westerly, RI that makes a killer shrimp pizza, its called the Pizza Place.

Mystic is great. Great atmosphere and great movie. It's a can't miss.