Best Casual Restaurants in North Branford

The experience at Gioia is always a great one, especially since they have their own parking lot in the very busy Wooster Square area. My friends and I ordered the Salumi and Cheese platter, beets, cauliflower, and meatball appetizers. We decided to split two desserts: the sticky toffee pudding and the almond torta. The best bites of the night were the anchovy yogurt sauce with the cauliflower and the sticky toffee pudding (it’s SO good). The mocktails are also special, DELICIOUS, and a very good surprise feature on a large drink menu.

Would highly recommend this place. The service was prompted and very attentive. The food was excellent and was a good portion.

My wife and I have enjoyed coming here for the last year and a half. Every time this place never disappoints from service to food everything is exceptional. If you want a nice quiet intimate evening with amazing food and exceptional drinks this is the place you wanna go.

A great place to eat and celebrate a special occasion or just for drinks and or dinner. Food is delicious with choices for everyone including non meat eaters and gluten free. The menu for specialty drinks is very good. Beer menu also provides many choices. Both beer and cocktail menus provide non alcoholic choices. Servers are attentive and efficient. Prices are a bit higher than a typical pub tavern however the food is outstanding!

Wonderful bistro. Relaxed atmosphere, low noise level allowing for conversation, and outstanding food. Terrific addition to the area dining scene.