Best Italian Restaurants in Branford

Food was fabulous. Service was on point. Can’t wait to go back. 

Goia on Wooster Street made our wedding anniversary unforgettable! From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel incredibly special with their warm and attentive service. The food was absolutely incredible—the sticky toffee pudding was hands down better than what we had in England, and the smoked old fashioned was perfection. The atmosphere is stunning, with great energy and dope vibes that made the evening even more memorable. Goia has mastered the art of doing something old but making it feel fresh and new. We can’t wait to return and try their pizza. Phenomenal experience—well done, Goia!

I don’t know why I’ve waited so long to go here. Needed a place to dine for Christmas Eve and since Encore by Goodfellas was opened I decided to make a reservation. As soon as I walked into the restaurant, I was impressed with the upscale classy decor. We were greeted by the hostess who took us to the upstairs level that we requested only to be more impressed with the atmosphere and classy vibe. The waitstaff was super attentive and couldn’t do enough for us. AND….what a menu! A large array of appetizers, salads, pasta dishes, steaks, seafood veal, pork, and chicken. Took me 15 minutes alone to decide what I would order, Well we placed the order and one dish was better than the next, absolutely outstanding and well presented large portions, Dessert was out of this world as well, Great Chef!!! Our dinner was so special that we decided to make another reservation for a few weeks down the line. Encore doesn’t deserve 5 stars, it deserves 10. Now this is coming from a native New Yorker who has had access to all the finest restaurants ( and dined in most of them as well). Encore by Goodfellas stands amongst them’

Always good here. The food the service is excellent .

I don’t even know where to begin.. I came here to celebrate my boyfriends 40th birthday. The waiter we had was Lonnie and he was absolutely exceptional from point A to point B. Welcoming, kind, attentive but not overbearing, fast, personable and just all around accommodating thus helping me execute a perfect birthday dinner evening. The Branzino was by far the best I’ve ever had and got my boyfriends first time trying it, he was a huge fan. Love this place! Will be back again. Thank you Lonnie for your great service!