The best restaurants in Waterbury

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

1051 Wolcott St

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)

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

2211 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike (Marion)

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

1095 West St #3 (Southington)

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)

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

588 Wolcott Rd (Wolcott)

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

150 S Main St (Thomaston)

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

60 Hillcrest Ave (Oakville)

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)

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

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

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

111 Thomaston Ave

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

505 Wolcott St

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

1249 W Main St Unit 11

Versatile & contemporary venue for seasonal American food, with a sizable wine list.

641 Main St S (Woodbury)

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

581 Chase Ave

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

780 Lakewood Rd

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

159 Manor Ave

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

1142 Main St (Watertown)

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

57 Woodtick Rd

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

812 Hamilton Ave

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

752 Highland Ave

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

253 Buckingham St (Oakville)

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

152 Chase Ave #14a

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

315 Union St

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

660 Park Rd · ✓ checked Aug 5

Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

410 Reidville Dr

Burgers, beer, wings, and fried-chicken fare, plus desserts and cocktails in a relaxed space.

777 Echo Lake Rd (Watertown)

Creative, contemporary Italian cuisine keeps this trendy-looking space buzzing.

702 Highland Ave

Friendly restaurant offering beers, a menu of burgers, wings and fries, and mac 'n' cheese.

28 W Main St (Plantsville)

Italian comfort food, wine & cocktails served in a relaxed, warm environment with a cozy bar.

3670 E Main St

A spacious, clubby setting sets the scene for hearty traditional Italian mainstays.

150 Main St (Cheshire)

Neighborhood joint offers a menu of locally sourced dishes, plus a full bar for cocktails.

465 Main St (Watertown)

Fast eatery with a laid-back vibe serving a variety of burgers plus hot dogs, fries and chicken wraps.

1300 Main St (Watertown)

Local fast-food chain serving hot dogs, sandwiches, fried seafood & soups in a casual setting.

700 Watertown Ave

Relaxed but refined eatery serving up cocktails, burgers and steaks, plus seafood dishes.

1365 Whittemore Rd 2nd Floor (Middlebury)

Casual local pizzeria chain serving a menu of coal-fired pies, beer & wine since 1925.

130 Reidville Dr

Classic Puerto Rican food served cafeteria-style in a snug, no-frills storefront.

466 S Main St

Rib joint also serving burgers and hot dogs from a menu that includes steaks, wings and chicken.

572 Watertown Ave

Laid-back game-day spot with a wraparound bar offering typical American grub & craft beer on tap.

1219 S Main St (Plantsville)

Pizzeria and burger joint featuring a wood-burning oven, plus a bar.

663 Main St (Watertown)

Straightforward pizzeria whipping up classic pies, sandwiches, pasta dishes, and grinders, plus some Italian entrees.

175 Highland Ave

Local fast-food chain serving hot dogs, sandwiches, fried seafood & soups in a casual setting.

348 Chase Ave

Family-friendly diner offering breakfast, comfort food, and coffee, in a casual space.

1215 Thomaston Ave

Bustling counter-serve destination offering chicken wings & salads in basic digs.

516 Frost Rd

Local fast-food chain serving hot dogs, sandwiches, fried seafood & soups in a casual setting.

464 Reidville Dr

Casual eatery offering fresh seafood, including many items seasoned with garlic butter, in a mall setting.

495 Union St Space# 2100

Long-standing pizza parlor turning out simple slices & pies in an old-school setting.

3 Brook St

Casual, kid-friendly eatery serving pizzas, burgers, fried chicken and other eats crafted with fresh ingredients.

42 W Main St (Plantsville)

Italian fare such as pizza and tomahawk steak, plus cocktails in a casual setting.

1015 Meriden Rd

Laid-back BBQ joint serving ribs, burgers, brisket and pork, plus beer and wine (menu also includes seafood).

1503 Thomaston Ave

Long-running local chain serving a menu of classic pizzas & beer in a low-key setting.

505 Wolcott St