25 Essential Middletown Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Middletown.
Fiore II Restaurant
Connecticut
Housemade sauces top classic Italian dishes such as veal piccata at this Downtown trattoria.
Uncle D's Diner
Connecticut
an everyday essential table known for disciplined diner cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 85.1.
Taino Smokehouse
Connecticut
BBQ, burgers & other comfort eats draw locals to this compact fixture with a large seasonal patio.
D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches
Middletown, Connecticut
Branch of a sandwich shop chain offering subs, wraps & salads, plus rice & grain bowls.
Hachi
Middletown, Connecticut
Relaxed Japanese cafe & sushi bar with set & à la carte menus, bubble tea drinks, beer & wine.
Celtic Cavern
Middletown, Connecticut
Intimate tavern supplying elevated pub grub, craft brews & cocktails till late at night.
Sol House Tavern
Middletown, Connecticut
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Fireplace, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.
Chamard Vineyards Bistro
Middletown, Connecticut
Cozy eatery serving sandwiches, small plates & farm-to-table French fare at the Chamard Vineyards.
Ghazi's Market & Deli (Halal)
Middletown, Connecticut
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking lot.
Sadler's Ordinary
Middletown, Connecticut
Quaint American restaurant offering hearty specialties, plus a patio with live music.
Haveli India
Middletown, Connecticut
Extensive menu, including vegetarian dishes at pleasant eatery, with popular weekend lunch buffet.
Mondo
Middletown, Connecticut
New York-style, thin-crust pizza & other housemade Italian food in a modern steel-&-wood eatery.
Five Guys
Middletown, Connecticut
Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.
The Dublin
Middletown, Connecticut
Comfy Irish pub with a warm feel for everyday bar fare & draft beer, plus weekly open-mike nights.
Simon's Marketplace
Middletown, Connecticut
Accessibility.
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Middletown, Connecticut
Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain.
Rustica Ristorante
Middletown, Connecticut
Homemade pasta takes center stage at this casual yet stylish Italian spot with a cozy bar.
Country CloverLeaf Grill and IceCream
Middletown, Connecticut
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
The 1851
Middletown, Connecticut
Service options: Curbside pickup, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails. Popular for: Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Nardelli's Grinder Shoppe
Middletown, Connecticut
Hot & cold Italian sandwiches headline at this no-frills outlet of a local chain founded in 1922.
PizzaPie Cromwell Delivery
Middletown, Connecticut
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Campagna Restaurant
Middletown, Connecticut
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.
Jerry's Pizza
Middletown, Connecticut
Long-running pizzeria serving large, thin-crust slices & Italian grinders in unassuming digs.
Red House
Middletown, Connecticut
Easygoing bar & restaurant featuring New American cuisine, cocktails, craft beers & live bands.
Cromwell Diner
Middletown, Connecticut
Informal restaurant providing a variety of traditional American dishes in an easygoing atmosphere.