The best restaurants in Shelton

14 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.

50 Pershing Dr (Derby)

New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.

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Wayback Burgers

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

54 Pershing Dr #9 (Ansonia)

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

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Seasonal Italian classics are served in a brick-walled space with white tablecloths.

500 Howe Ave

Seasonal Italian classics are served in a brick-walled space with white tablecloths.

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Roma Pizzeria

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Casual restaurant offering brick-oven pizzas with various toppings, and other comfort food options.

150 Wakelee Ave (Ansonia)

Casual restaurant offering brick-oven pizzas with various toppings, and other comfort food options.

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Bartone's Apizza

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Italian eatery serving pizza.

143 Main St (Derby)

Italian eatery serving pizza.

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Elevated Italian fare in a former bank building with chandeliers, oak moldings & stained glass.

285 Main St (Derby)

Elevated Italian fare in a former bank building with chandeliers, oak moldings & stained glass.

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Bagel Bros & Co.

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Local bakery serving New York-style bagels, sandwiches, and spreads.

350 Howe Ave

Local bakery serving New York-style bagels, sandwiches, and spreads.

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Casual Italian eatery with an eggplant parm and roast beef focus, plus subs and other hot and cold fare.

418 Roosevelt Dr (Derby)

Casual Italian eatery with an eggplant parm and roast beef focus, plus subs and other hot and cold fare.

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Casual restaurant serving fried chicken, seafood, and other comfort food with a Southern twist.

64 Division St (Derby)

Casual restaurant serving fried chicken, seafood, and other comfort food with a Southern twist.

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Pizza, pasta & Italian entrees in a down-to-earth atmosphere with outdoor seating.

100 Center St

Pizza, pasta & Italian entrees in a down-to-earth atmosphere with outdoor seating.

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Deli serving up breakfast sandwiches such as steak and egg, and steak and cheese.

58 Bridgeport Ave

Deli serving up breakfast sandwiches such as steak and egg, and steak and cheese.

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Tacomida

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Casual restaurant serving Mexican and Central American plates, plus a variety of margaritas.

50 Bridge St

Casual restaurant serving Mexican and Central American plates, plus a variety of margaritas.

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Family-friendly venue offering Italian fare such as pizza in a relaxed setting.

90 Pershing Dr (Derby)

Family-friendly venue offering Italian fare such as pizza in a relaxed setting.

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Matto Wine Bar

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Casual spot for American bites, plus Italian small plates, and creative cocktails.

389 Bridgeport Ave

Casual spot for American bites, plus Italian small plates, and creative cocktails.

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