Restaurants near South Side Plaza Shopping Center

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A photo of Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - Shelton restaurant

1. Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - Shelton

4.5

Awesome(125)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Shelton

Booked 67 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

4.8

Exceptional(1888)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Shelton

Booked 23 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. Chaplin

4.4

Awesome(249)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Shelton

Booked 4 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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4. Market Place Kitchen and Bar - Shelton

4.7

Exceptional(317)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Shelton

Booked 9 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!

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5. Stonebridge Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1491)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Milford

Booked 17 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.

6. La Fortuna

4.7

Exceptional(250)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Stratford

Booked 3 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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7. Monty's River Grille

4.8

Exceptional(69)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Shelton

Booked 3 times today

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.

8. Red Lotus

4.8

Exceptional(210)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Shelton

Booked 18 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.

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9. Founders House Pub & Patio

4.7

Exceptional(637)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Milford

Booked 8 times today

WELCOME TO FOUNDERS HOUSE PUB AND PATIO ON THE HISTORIC MILFORD GREEN

10. Biagio's Osteria

4.6

Exceptional(1849)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Stratford

Booked 1 time 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."

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Updated on 3/13/2025

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Melissa
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
It was great! Food was delicious. Service was awesome
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Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - SheltonPrice: Moderate• Italian• Shelton
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4.5
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Lisa
New York City •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great food and service it’s our go to place on a Friday!
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ChaplinPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Shelton
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4.4
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pritizaVIP
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
This was our first dining experience at country club since we moved from Fairfield to Orange . We loved the ambiance, food was very good. Grilled salmon was one of the best. Staff and the owner was very friendly. We will be dining more often here. Highly recommend if you like to dine in upscale restaurants with good view.
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Monty's River GrillePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Shelton
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4.8
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Taylar
Connecticut •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
Took my husband here for his birthday based on the reviews so happy it did not disappoint. Such a beautiful restaurant! The food was amazing good size portions came nice and hot when it was served to our table! Drinks were very good as well! Our server was amazing super nice and knowledgeable about the menu! Will definitely be returning soon!
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Il PalioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Shelton
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4.8
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Annamarie
Connecticut •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
Server was great! Experience was great! Happy we made that choice!
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Market Place Kitchen and Bar - SheltonPrice: Moderate• American• Shelton
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4.7

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