Shelton Restaurant Apologizes After Dry Ice Explosion, Thanks Customers For 'Words Of Encouragement'

The owner said the restaurant gave out gift certificates to customers who had their meal disrupted by the dry ice explosion.

Popular CT Pizzeria Set To Close, Owners Tease 'Something New Will Be Coming'

The owners announced on social media the popular pizzeria and bar is set to close soon but teased "something new will be coming."

Shelton Restaurant Recalls Pasta Sold In 3 CT Stores Due To Undeclared Ingredients: State DCP

The state DCP announced a Shelton restaurant is recalling pasta containing two undeclared ingredients that was sold at three CT stores.

Popular Family-Run Sandwich Shop Opens Newest Location In Shelton

The family-run sandwich shop opened the doors to its newest location in Shelton this month, the chain's fourth store in Connecticut.

Opening Date Announced For Iconic Pizzeria's New Shelton Location

The new Shelton restaurant features a family-friendly dining room, expansive bar, 70-person patio and more, according to the pizzeria.

Popular Family-Run Sandwich Shop Plans To Open New Shelton Location Soon

The family-run sandwich shop plans to open its newest location in Shelton in early 2026, according to the owners.

Beloved Derby Eatery Wins 'People's Choice' Award For CT Restaurants

The 2025 CRAZIES Awards were recently celebrated at Foxwoods Resort.

Mother, Daughter To Open New Cozy Italian Kitchen In Shelton

Nonna Lisa's, a new family-owned restaurant featuring homemade Italian dishes, is planned to open soon in Shelton.

Raccoon Kept At Derby Restaurant Now With Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator: CT DEEP

DEEP officials said the animal will stay with the wildlife rehabilitator "until it learns the skills needed to be released into the wild."

Raccoon Kept At Derby Restaurant Removed By CT DEEP

DEEP officials said they removed a raccoon being kept illegally at a Derby restaurant; an employee told a paper the animal was never inside.

Opening Planned For New Garden Catering Location In Shelton

Garden Catering, a local chain specializing in chicken nuggets and breakfast sandwiches, plans to open in Shelton soon. Here's when.

New CAVA Restaurant Opens In Shelton

CAVA, a Mediterranean restaurant​ chain specializing in bowls and pitas, recently opened a new location in Shelton.

Here Is The 'Best Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurant' In CT: Food Republic

Food Republic has released a list of the "best hole-in-the-wall" restaurants in each state, and a local bar made the list for Connecticut.

Signs Up For New Donut Shop In Shelton

Signs have gone up for a new donut shop at a small shopping center in Shelton, replacing another donut shop that recently closed.

Olde Derby Pub Crawl Set For September, Registration Now Open

The Derby 350 Pub Crawl will offer participants "an unforgettable evening filled with fun, friends and fantastic local pubs."

Barstool Sports Founder Stops By Popular Shelton Pizzeria For Video Review

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy stopped by a Shelton pizzeria for one of his famous pizza review videos. Here's how it fared.

Popular Pizzeria Confirms Plans To Open New Location In Shelton

Once open, the new Shelton restaurant will mark the pizzeria's fifth location in Connecticut and 10th overall.

Plans Submitted To Renovate Shelton Property To New Colony Grill Pizzeria

Plans submitted to the city's Planning and Zoning Department call for renovating a former Burger King space to a Colony Grill restaurant.

New McDonald's Restaurant Now Open In Shelton

A new McDonald's restaurant is officially open in Shelton more than a year after plans for the restaurant were first submitted to the city.

New Garden Catering Location Opening In Shelton

Garden Catering, a local chicken brand famous for its hand-cut nuggets, plans to open a new location in Shelton later this year.

New BBQ, Breakfast Restaurant To Open In Historic Shelton Building

A Shelton restauranteur plans to open The Roaring Boar, a unique twist on a BBQ restaurant, in a building that dates back to 1910.

Square Peg Pizzeria To Open New Shelton Location, Give Away Free Pizza

The small chain with locations mainly in Hartford County will partner with a former UConn basketball player to open a new Shelton pizzeria.

Beloved Hot Dog, Seafood Restaurant Closes After 7 Years In Shelton

The Greek's, a beloved Shelton fast food restaurant that served up hot dogs, fried seafood and more, recently closed its doors for good.

Buffalo Wild Wings To Open New Shelton Restaurant This Month

Located on Bridgeport Avenue in Shelton, the popular sports bar chain has confirmed its newest location will open in December.

Major Renovation Announced For The Hops Company In Derby

The owner of The Hops Company in Derby spoke with Patch about a major renovation project currently underway and set to be unveiled in 2025.

Zuppardi's Announces 'Bittersweet' Closing Of Derby Pizzeria Location

The popular pizzeria announced its satellite location at The Hops Company in Derby will close to the public at the end of the year.

Shuttered Iconic Stratford Pizzeria Announces Plans To Move To Shelton

Salerno's, a Stratford icon that closed in 2023 after more than 75 years in business, has announced plans to open a new Shelton restaurant.

Under Construction McDonald's Property Up For Sale In Shelton

A McDonald's restaurant currently under construction in Shelton is now up for sale for about $3.2 million, according to a new listing.

Buffalo Wild Wings Planned To Open In Shelton: Report

A Buffalo Wild Wings is planned to open soon in the former Arooga's Grille House and Sports Bar space in Shelton.

Shelton Taco Restaurant Closes A Year After Reopening: Report

Taco Co. in Shelton has closed once again just over a year after reopening under new owners in 2023, according to a new report.

Playa Bowls To Open New Location At Shelton Plaza

Playa Bowls, a chain specializing in acaí, pitaya and coconut bowls and signature smoothies, plans to open a new location in Shelton.

Shelton McDonald's Plans Approved By Planning & Zoning Commission

After months of discussion, the Planning and Zoning Commission approved plans for a proposed McDonald's restaurant on Todd Road in Shelton.

Opening Date Announced For Shelton Crumbl Cookies Store

An opening date has been announced for the popular inventive cookie chain's new store location in Shelton's Fountain Square plaza.

Shelton McDonald's Moves Closer To Reality After More P&Z Discussion

Planning and Zoning commissioners continued discussion of the proposed McDonald's and said action would be taken at a future meeting.

Crumbl Cookies To Open New Store In Shelton

The popular inventive cookie chain plans to open a new location in Shelton's Fountain Square plaza later this year.

Jersey Mike's Subs Opens New Restaurant In Shelton

Popular sandwich chain Jersey Mike's Subs opened its twelfth Connecticut location in Shelton earlier this month.

Sugar Llamas Mini Donut, Ice Cream Chain To Open New Shelton Store

Sugar Llamas, a small chain specializing in mini donuts, coffee and ice cream, will soon open its first Connecticut location in Shelton.

McDonald's Drive-Thru Plans Lead To Traffic Concerns From Shelton P&Z

Plans for a McDonald's restaurant in Shelton were presented to Planning and Zoning, and some members took issue with a proposed drive-thru.

Plans Submitted For New McDonalds Restaurant In Shelton

Plans for a new McDonald's fast food restaurant in Shelton have been submitted to the city.

Chick-Fil-A To Open Oct. 26 In Shelton, Give Away 100 Free Meals

Chick-fil-A has announced an opening date for its new Shelton restaurant and will give away 100 free entrées for a year to celebrate.

American Barbecue Styles: A State-By-State Guide

Meat expert Johnny Prime breaks down the country's distinct barbecue styles, from Kansas City burnt ends to North Carolina pulled pork.

The Secrets To Crafting A Great Burger

NYC meat expert Johnny Prime is here to help you step up your burger game this summer.