The best restaurants in Meriden

Cozy, casual Japanese eatery serving sushi, teriyaki chicken, and other comfort foods, including vegetarian options.

852 Washington St (Middletown)

Casual eatery serving custom burgers alongside hot dogs, tacos and other bites.

1051 Wolcott St (Waterbury)

Relaxed eatery for Japanese grub, including sushi and hibachi dishes, plus a bar serving cocktails.

130 Main St (Middletown)

Casual restaurant featuring pizza, Italian dishes, and beer, plus a kids' menu.

635 Straits Turnpike (Watertown)

Fine-dining institution serving a range of traditional Italian & French dishes in a warm atmosphere.

10 Wakelee Rd (Wolcott)

Family-run eatery offering tacos, margaritas and other Mexican mainstays.

1765 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike (Plantsville)

New York-style, thin-crust pizza & other housemade Italian food in a modern steel-&-wood eatery.

10 Main St (Middletown)

Coffee shop by day and tavern by night featuring wood-fired pizza and brunch dishes, plus an outdoor deck.

393 Farmington Ave (Plainville)

Relaxed Japanese cafe & sushi bar with set & à la carte menus, bubble tea drinks, beer & wine.

320 Main St (Middletown)

Authentic homemade Italian spot for pasta, panini and takeout fare, plus gelato.

750 E Main St (Branford)

Cozy, family-friendly restaurant specializing in Mexican dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

825 Farmington Ave (Bristol)

Casual Italian dining spot with a pizza oven, offering a range of pies, pastas and salads.

412 Main St (Middletown)

Relaxed restaurant offering Italian comfort food, such as pizza and panini, for lunch and dinner.

16 Main St #101 (Durham)

Popular Mexican eatery featuring classics, such as tacos and burritos, plus southwestern items.

2211 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike (Marion)

Sushi rolls and other Japanese entrees served in a relaxed setting with a full bar.

170 Washington Ave (North Haven)

Cozy outpost featuring sushi rolls (including those with salmon), Korean dishes and Japanese staples.

1095 West St #3 (Southington)

Tacos, burritos, and other Mexican eats offered in an informal setting with friendly service.

360 Main St (Wallingford)

Traditional Italian specialties, including pizza, pasta, and sandwiches, served in a casual setting.

199 Shunpike Rd (Cromwell)

Contemporary pizzeria with an upscale feel turning out wood-fired pies with high-end toppings.

747 Wolcott Rd (Wolcott)

Japanese kitchen entrees & artful sushi rolls served in a casual, modern setting with a full bar.

692 West St (Southington)

Family-friendly, Italian eatery dishing up seafood and traditional fare in a cozy setting.

524 Wolcott Rd (Wolcott)

Cozy restaurant plating generous portions of pasta & other Italian fare in a relaxed setting.

179 Davis St (Oakville)

Stylish, understated spot with unique sushi/sashimi combos & dramatic, flaming hibachi grill dishes.

45 S Main St (Unionville)

Casual destination known for its pizza baked in a wood-fired oven and wings, plus friendly service.

588 Wolcott Rd (Wolcott)

Relaxed restaurant serving a variety of pizzas, plus grinders, salads, and other comfort eats.

366 Main St (Kensington)

Casual Japanese spot prepping sushi and hibachi fare, plus bento boxes, beer, and sake.

150 S Main St (Thomaston)

Italian kitchen offering pizza, soups & deli-style sandwiches in modest digs with a warm vibe.

2 Willowbrook Rd (Cromwell)

Funky Southwestern roadhouse offers Tex-Mex staples & margaritas amid eclectic decor.

1960 Saybrook Rd (Middletown)

Charming establishment dishing up enchiladas and other traditional Mexican dishes, plus margaritas and beers.

96 N Main St (Bristol)

Deli and bakery specializing in grinders, along with pizza, pasta and sandwiches.

60 Hillcrest Ave (Oakville)

Cozy establishment featuring Italian dishes (many involving seafood), plus wines, beers and cocktails.

2429 Foxon Rd (North Branford)

Laid-back pizza restaurant featuring classic New England-style pies as well as grinders, salads and wings.

225 Stafford Rd (Burlington)

Casual, family-friendly spot serving pastas, panini, pizza and more Italian classics, plus beer and wine.

Tradewinds Plaza, 749 Saybrook Rd (Middletown)

Cozy venue featuring health-conscious fare such as acai bowls, smoothies, and rice bowls.

469 Main St (Watertown)

Relaxed restaurant known for New Haven-style pizzas, including gluten-free options.

68 E Main St (Thomaston)

Relaxed, modern Italian spot serving pizza, pasta & traditional entrees with gluten-free options.

2392 Boston Post Rd (Guilford)

Casual restaurant in the Washington Building serving sushi, hibachi-grilled dishes, and other Japanese fare.

3 Melilli Plaza (Middletown)

Comfort foods of Central & South India pair with craft cocktails in a funky, exotic setting.

65 Broadway (New Haven)

Big portions of Italian fare & an extensive wine list in a formal dining area & cocktail lounge.

2987 Whitney Ave (Hamden)

"Dirty" wings are the specialty at this tavern set in a circa-1789 building.

143 New Britain Ave (Plainville)

Casual, clean eatery serving a menu of grain bowls, organic smoothies and salads alongside vegan options.

3450 Whitney Ave Unit 4 (Hamden)

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

560 Universal Dr N (North Haven)

Casual, trendy eatery known for its Nashville-style hot chicken tenders and sliders in a range of spice levels.

3384 Berlin Tpke (Newington)

German comfort food & beer in a vibrant destination that has a year-round Oktoberfest vibe.

131 Dwight St (New Britain)

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

3240 Berlin Tpke (Newington)

Casual spot featuring a mongolian grill where guests build their own bowls.

3025 Berlin Tpke (Newington)

Circa-1929 joint serving hot dogs, burgers & fries in a no-frills space hung with musicians' photos.

510 Main St (New Britain)

Chain eatery for all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue and hot pot served buffet-style.

2165 Dixwell Ave (Hamden)

Casual eatery serving a menu of Mediterranean classics such as falafel and lamb kabsa, plus pita and pies.

238 Allen St (New Britain)

All-you-can-eat sushi joint also offering cooked dishes, such as noodles, tempura, and ramen.

2300 Dixwell Ave #22 (Hamden)

Simple kitchen serving typical Puerto Rican eats such as pernil & plantains in a buffet-style setup.

340 Arch St (New Britain)

Relaxed Japanese restaurant offering an array of dishes, including sushi and bubble tea.

2308 Whitney Ave (Hamden)

Casual, clean eatery featuring traditional Thai mains, such as pad thai, curries and spring rolls.

1128 Farmington Ave (Berlin)

When you want sushi that actually stops conversation, Otaru Sushi Bar delivers chef-led omakase and pristine nigiri that tastes like…

21 Temple St (New Haven)

Pizza Castle Restaurant is the kind of reliable, family-run spot that nails clam and clams casino pies, plus hefty grinders, pastas, and…

143 Chase Ave (Waterbury)

When your week needs a proper Italian reset, D'Amelio's Italian Eatery comes through with crowd-pleasing classics, a wine list plus reserve…

718 Highland Ave (Waterbury)

When no one can pick a lane this week, Pizza Heaven steps up with legendary gourmet pizzas, calzones and stromboli, crispy buffalo wings,…

286 W Main St #1

Family-run in Wallingford since 2006, Christo's Restaurant & Bar turns out well done, brick-oven pies plus a menu built to end the "what do…

552 N Colony Rd (Wallingford)

El Sarape is the kind of Hartford spot you hit when the craving is real, with legit tacos, hefty tortas, sizzling veggie fajitas, and…

931 Broad St (Hartford)

Sampizza Bar is where Brazil meets your table, with handcrafted pies that riff on Brazilian flavors and a legit bar to keep the night…

40 John St (Hartford)

Gino's Pizza House keeps Bristol fed with a wild lineup of specialty pies, from The Godfather and Buffalo Special to stuffed Meat Pocket…

155 School St (Bristol)

Skip the same-old and let Puerto Rican Taste handle dinner with mofongo, pernil, and empanadas that taste like a quick flight to San Juan.…

620 E Main St

American Steamed Cheeseburgers is your move when only a melty, steamed cheeseburger will do... single or double on a plain or poppy seed…

92 Quinnipiac St (Wallingford)

Craving oysters, moules-frites, and a proper Belgian beer without leaving the neighborhood? Florian Belgian Restaurant keeps it coastal and…

1166 Chapel St (New Haven)

Comfort foods including breakfast and coffee served in a relaxed restaurant featuring a piano.

1376 E Main St

Vietnamese restaurant specializing in pho and other classic dishes made with fresh ingredients.

200 West St (Cromwell)

Simple Italian fare, including Neapolitan & Sicilian style pizza, in a casual, booth-lined setting.

1145 N Colony Rd (Wallingford)

Easygoing Italian eatery offering familiar meat & pasta dishes, plus a kids' menu in warm environs.

111 Thomaston Ave (Waterbury)

Mobile pizza oven for hire, specializing in thin-crust pies and New Haven-style pizza.

163 Foster St (New Haven)

Family-owned eatery for ribs, brisket and wings, plus southern classics such as fried fish and brisket mac and cheese.

505 Wolcott St (Waterbury)

Celebrated for Buffalo wings, this area chain also offers a full menu of bar food in basic pub digs.

39 N Main St (Wallingford)

Made-to-order burgers & milkshakes fill out the menu at this quick-serve chain with retro decor.

1249 W Main St Unit 11 (Waterbury)

Casual restaurant serving up BBQ favorites, such as ribs, pulled pork, and mac and cheese.

70 Pomeroy Ave

Cozy eatery specializing in Thai cuisine and fried dishes, with a casual atmosphere and friendly staff.

784 E Main St

Casual eatery specializing in Spanish dishes and cocktails, plus a friendly staff.

581 Chase Ave (Waterbury)

Japanese, Thai & Chinese dishes offered in a whimsical, colorful space with a sushi bar & hibachi.

780 Lakewood Rd (Waterbury)

No-frills, stalwart pizzeria offering large, thin-crust pies & slices, plus subs, calzones & salads.

159 Manor Ave (Waterbury)

Compact, no-frills pizzeria with a varied menu that includes burgers, sandwiches & Italian entrees.

798 George St (New Haven)

Casual restaurant serving an array of pies, plus pastas, wings, burgers, and fried clams.

962 Pine St (Bristol)

Made-to-order burgers & milkshakes fill out the menu at this quick-serve chain with retro decor.

1142 Main St (Watertown)

Casual restaurant for traditional Mexican dishes, including burritos and cemitas, plus smoothies.

151 Lewis Ave

Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

817 Queen St (Southington)

Pizza and other Latin American offerings are available at this casual restaurant.

57 Woodtick Rd (Waterbury)

Relaxed, upscale restaurant serving housemade pasta, brick-oven pizza & other Italian standards.

901 Main St (Hartford)

Casual eatery with a breakfast-and-lunch menu, plus hot meals and bottomless coffee.

854 Farmington Ave Unit 4 (Bristol)

Bustling hangout serving up a variety of rotating craft beers & pub grub in an unpretentious space.

9 N Main St (Wallingford)

Classic diner fare, international dishes & Greek specialties are served at this family-owned spot.

320 Washington Ave #1306 (North Haven)

Locally sourced roast chicken is the forte of this New American eatery with a warm, industrial vibe.

1076 Main St (Newington)

Casual cafe dishing up homestyle breakfast options, as well as lunch fare such as cheeseburger omelets, bread loaves, omelets, pancakes,…

166 Mill St (Berlin)

Comfortable Italian restaurant with a full bar serving American eats, seafood, and desserts.

688 Westfield Rd

Dominican dishes such as mangu and tres golpes are offered at this counter-serve restaurant.

82 W Main St

Cozy Italian spot featuring pizza, pasta dishes, a bar and a rooftop deck.

150 Wooster St (New Haven)

Hearty portions of Continental-Italian cuisine & cocktails in casual, black-and-gold surroundings.

812 Hamilton Ave (Waterbury)

All-you-can-eat venue offering a variety of seafood, sushi, Chinese dishes and grilled items.

99 Farmington Ave (Bristol)

Thin-crust pizzeria offering pies by the slice, plus grinders and pasta dishes.

90 Burlington Ave (Bristol)

Elegant eatery and bar featuring a tasting menu and other American dishes.

261 College St (New Haven)

Kid-friendly pub chain offering classic fare like burgers, wings & salads in informal surrounds.

827 Pine St (Bristol)

Comfortable and casual venue supplying Italian eats like pizza, wings, and pasta, plus delivery.

752 Highland Ave (Waterbury)

Casual spot serving a variety of burgers and wings, along with beer and cocktails.

253 Buckingham St (Oakville)

Hip noodle option for ramen and other Asian eats, along with cocktails, beer and bubble tea offerings.

201 Crown St (New Haven)

Bi-level Caribbean restaurant with a curved bar, stylish decor of wood & leather & DJ nights.

187 Allyn St (Hartford)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

152 Chase Ave #14a (Waterbury)

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

315 Union St (Waterbury)

Farm-to-table eatery for steaks, seafood, pizza, burgers and pasta dishes, plus a tavern with live music.

1565 Middletown Ave (Northford)

Locally sourced New American cuisine in a spare, modern space at the Study at Yale boutique hotel.

1157 Chapel St (New Haven)

Casual, golf-club-located Italian eatery featuring classic dishes and cocktails, plus a patio and a bar.

660 Park Rd (Waterbury) · ✓ checked Aug 5

Delivery-oriented storefront offering slices, whole pizzas, Italian subs & more.

694 E Main St

Lively Japanese spot grilling meat tableside & serving a variety of sushi & sashimi.

962 Farmington Ave (West Hartford)

Tableside guacamole & a long list of tequila star at this lively Mexican restaurant.

100 Allyn St #1418 (Hartford)

Iconic pizzeria known for its coal-fired, thin-crust pies, long lines & basic, no-frills digs.

237 Wooster St (New Haven)

Seafood headlines the eclectic menu at this casual, industrial-chic eatery with a lively bar scene.

150 Trumbull St (Hartford)

Casual, family-run joint dishing out pizza and wings, plus grinders, pastas and Italian staples.

624 S Colony St (Wallingford)

Burgers and other American fare served up in a casual environment with a patio.

The Kelly House, 196 Crown St Commercial Ste 2 (New Haven)

Trendy Italian restaurant with an upscale menu of pastas (gluten-free available) & grilled dishes.

100 Trumbull St (Hartford)

Japanese eatery with hibachi dining & sushi options, plus lunch specials, in a comfy environment.

496 S Broad St

Easygoing joint serving Southern-inspired eats, as well as traditional bar classics, a full bar and whisky.

974 State St (New Haven)

Casual Italian joint dishing up pizzas, stuffed peppers, and home fries, plus breakfast.

744 Murdock Ave Ste 1

Orchard with nearly 100 types of seasonal fruit to pick, plus baked goods, corn mazes & public golf.

32 Reeds Gap Rd (Middlefield)

Made-to-order burgers & milkshakes fill out the menu at this quick-serve chain with retro decor.

893 E Main St

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

930 N Colony Rd Unit 11 (Wallingford)