Best Lunch Restaurants in Shelton

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1. Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - Shelton

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4.5

Awesome(49)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Shelton

Booked 47 times today

At Mercato, a new-school Italian restaurant, we embrace our motto: Mangia, Bevi, Ridi—Eat, Drink, Laugh. Enjoy delicious pasta, pizzas, salads, and authentic Italian dishes crafted with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients.Join us in our warm, inviting atmosphere for a casual dinner or a special night out. At Mercato, eating, drinking, and laughing are at the heart of everything we do.

2. Il Palio

4.7

Exceptional(1860)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Shelton

Booked 16 times today

ONLINE ORDERING AVAILABLE - ilpalioct.comIl Palio was named after the race held each summer in Siena, Italy. Created with a passion, the restaurant has been exquisitely designed and beautifully finished with materials from all over the world. No stone was left unturned and time was not a factor in finding exactly what was required to make the "vision" a reality. The atmosphere created is one of quiet comfort in surroundings reminiscent of an Italian villa. The friendly and courteous staff, the outstanding food, and the efficient service all contribute to the ambiance felt by those who visit the restaurant. Il Palio's fine Tuscan cuisine is a pleasing combination of the highest-quality ingredients and the caring preparation by chefs who take pride in the dishes they present. Like the race in Siena, Il Palio is creating lasting impressions.

3. La Fortuna

4.6

Exceptional(235)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Stratford

Booked 12 times today

La Fortuna Bar and Restaurant is a family-owned restaurant, serving Italian cuisine and Brick oven Pizza.Philly's, "the cuisine master", is the founder of La Fortuna Bar and RestaurantConnecticut State and Italian food go hand-in-hand, like spaghetti and meatballs. In the late 18th thru the early 20th centuries, A lot of Albanian’s immigrated to Italy for many year’s where they have gotten tremendous experience in Italian Cuisine. Later they flocked Italy to the USA looking for opportunities in the New World, and brought their culinary traditions along with them to neighborhoods that later became Little Italy and Hell's Kitchen. Philly's the owner of La Fortuna Bar and Restaurant she is one of them.

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4. Market Place - Shelton

4.4

Awesome(306)

Price: Moderate

• American • Shelton

Booked 24 times today

Market Place, known for its American tavern style cuisine! We celebrate and encourage local, organic and sustainably harvested food and spirits. Open seven days a week, outdoor dining, and brunch Saturdays and Sundays. We look forward to you trying our inventive, seasonally inspired cuisine and cocktails. Eat sustainably, live well, and enjoy your experience at Market Place!

5. Chaplin

4.5

Awesome(234)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Shelton

Booked 11 times today

We wanted the best possible quality meat program, seafood towers overflowing with oysters, clams, shrimp, and mussels, and the kind of cocktails that are impossible to get sick of, all in a beautifully designed, unique space. And we wanted it not in New York – we want it right here in Shelton, CT. Enter Chaplin.

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6. Monty's River Grille

4.7

Exceptional(68)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Shelton

Monty’s River Grille is open to the public for the season!Distinctively situated overlooking the Housatonic River and our award-winning golf course, Monty’s River Grille brings fine dining to new heights. You’ll be sure to enjoy the comfortable, rustic interior with windows that beautifully frame the landscapes, or the picturesque outdoor patio with spectacular seating and panoramic views.Our menus created by Chef Matt Adkins feature a Contemporary American menu, comprised of the freshest and most flavorful sustainable ingredients. Here you will find culinary innovation and expertise from some of the most experienced chefs and culinary professionals in the area.Whether you are here for a round of golf or sipping a mimosa at Sunday Brunch, you’ll always be welcomed with impeccable service and gracious hospitality.

7. Red Lotus

4.9

Exceptional(206)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Shelton

Booked 8 times today

Sophisticated Asian fare consisting of only handpicked favorites from Asia and around the world. Enjoy old and new favorites from fresh lobster salad to seared fish tacos to the freshest sushi and raw bar. Omakase menu available. Reservations recommended. Recipient of TripAdviser's Highest Award for Excellence Winner 2013-2023. Gluten Friendly, Vegetarian friendly. We Cook to Order.

8. Biagio's Osteria

4.6

Exceptional(1853)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Stratford

Booked 6 times today

Rustic Southern Italian kitchen with strong influence from Tuscany. All professional staff with over 30 years experience."It is most certainly a gourmet establishment with a menu from top to bottom that is exquisitely creative with tastes and flavors and choices that make selections so joyously difficult--and with a wine list to match food and pocketbook. Consider this the now best Italian restaurant in the state. Three cheers for Biagio the chef.""Concealed jewel, but easily accessible off the parkway. Esteemed staff that goes about taking care of your every need, especially the maitre d'. Exceptional menu with meals that make you crave for more. The homemade pasta dishes are unequaled to any place in the state. This is an elite restaurant that I will entertain my family and my business clients at. Head chef will go above and beyond his means for satisfaction of customer."

9. Uptown

4.4

Awesome(40)

Price: Moderate

• American • Ansonia

Booked 2 times today

Located in the oldest opera house in Connecticut, we at Uptown Bar & Eatery are proud of our in-house menu made with the freshest and highest quality ingredients. You'll want to try our build your own steak board at our wonderful restaurant!!

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10. Stonebridge Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1474)

Price: Expensive

• American • Milford

Booked 21 times today

The Stonebridge, a classic New England setting located on the Wepawaug River, offers choices to suit most any desire. We specialize in casual American Fare, with dishes featuring Fresh Seafood, choice cuts of Beef, Poultry & incredible Homemade Pasta Dishes. Only steps from the harbor, customers flock to the "the Bridge" to enjoy fresh lobster, lobster rolls, crab cakes & brick oven pizza. Our Main Dining Room offers a more formal dining atmosphere and our classic inside bar and dining area surrounded by rich Mahogany. For a more relaxed atmosphere, our patio bar and dining area is opened up to the sky in the warmer months and is enclosed by glass in the colder months so you can experience the warmth of inside and the scenic waterfall views of outside. Multi tiered decks & patios over look the river provide customers full lunch & dinner menus, also offering lighter fare menus. After sunset, "The Bridge" is the acclaimed hotspot, featuring live bands every Friday, Saturday & Sunday.

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Anthony
Connecticut •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent ambience. Great place. I love it. just wish they had more menu items but the food was good. Will be back.
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Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - SheltonPrice: Moderate• Italian• Shelton
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4.5
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Sofia
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on 28 Dec 2024
A favorite whether it’s dinner for family, or appetizers and drinks with friends. Accommodating staff, great service.
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Market Place - SheltonPrice: Moderate• American• Shelton
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4.4
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NancyVIP
New York City •113 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 Dec 2024
Chef Margherita Aloi never disappoints. She is one of the few chefs in CT who provide that true Italian vibe. This is not an Italian American cuisine. Her choice of dishes and specials are like. O where Elise the servers are incredibly knowledgeable about everything she offers from cocktails. Desserts and specials. I had her ho,made pasta with filet mignon tips in a Marsala reduction with a sliver of parmigiana reggiano cheese. It was exceptional and made me feel like I was back in Italy. This is my all time favorite restaurant. From the moment you enter to being seated you are lifted to another place. I’ve been following Chef Aloi for more than 20 years. This is the real deal. Brava chef.
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Il PalioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Shelton
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4.7
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Jon
New York City •9 reviews
4.0
Dined on 26 Dec 2024
Very good experience. Good and service were great.
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ChaplinPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Shelton
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4.5
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Tom
New York City •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 Dec 2024
Exceptional service with fantastic food couldn’t ask for a nicer afternoon
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La FortunaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Stratford
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4.6

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43 restaurants available nearby

1. Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - Shelton

2. Il Palio

3. La Fortuna

4. Market Place - Shelton

5. Chaplin

6. Monty's River Grille

7. Red Lotus

8. Biagio's Osteria

9. Uptown

10. Stonebridge Restaurant

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