Shelton Restaurants

Updated on 6/5/2025

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Il Palio

Diners’ top pick

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$$$$Price: Expensive

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Italian

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4.9

(1,921)

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Il 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.

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   Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - Shelton

   $$$$Price: Moderate

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   Italian

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   4.6

   (218)

   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.
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   Market Place Kitchen and Bar - Shelton

   $$$$Price: Moderate

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   American

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   4.5

   (337)

   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!

Red Lotus

Top-rated food

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$$$$Price: Moderate

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Asian

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4.5

(214)

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. Gluten Friendly, Vegetarian friendly. We Cook to Order.

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   Chaplin

   $$$$Price: Expensive

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   Seafood

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   4.5

   (270)

   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.