Ive been going here for a few years now. Everything I've had is delicious. The pizza is top notch…read more The tomato sauce is superb. However, all of these item are just bit players, supporting actors, understudies, to the true star of the show... the garlic knots. Pillows of fluffy dough bathed in oil and garlic. These things are ethereal. If god made garlic knots, these would be them. Take a bite, and tell me they aren't made with love, I dare you

They are amazing! The pizza is always so good and service is great. They are so friendly and…read moreefficient. My favorite pizza place in the valley!

Went in on a Saturday night to grab some dinner and listen to a live band. I've been to The Chop…read moreHouse location in New Haven, so my expectations were high and I really wanted to love this place. Unfortunately, the little details and service prevented that. Their site says that they have 15 taps featuring local craft beers, but once we sat, we were immediately told they did not have a number of items on the menu. Very few of the beers were local, so I settled on a Yeungling, which was unfortunately flat, sour, and warm. I returned it, and our server was happy to get something else. He did not take it off the bill however which was disappointing. Our server let us know that he was a very experienced bartender, but every time a drink was served, he grabbed it by the mouth of the glass. Gross. Also, several times, the server would ask one person at the table if they'd like another and run away before seeing if everyone at the table was OK. The pizza was the saving grace, and just the way I like it... Thin & Crispy (as stated on the Staff's uniforms). Cooked in a cast iron skillet, it was a unique, and welcome twist. I went for the clam casino special, which was very good. I would definitely get it again if available. Maybe with a squeeze of lemon next time. My wife got the chicken cutlet with hot peppers which was also very good, but totally overloaded with garlic. Wedge salad was good, but could have used a little more dressing. Maybe they just had an off night. I will try them again, but my experience and other recent reviews seems to trend that the staff lacks leadership and needs a significant amount of training. If they could get the management and service right, this place could unlock a ton of potential.

Update your beer menu that you hand out to diners...Sept 25?! It's November. Pizza had the best…read morecrust. Enjoyed that....my pizza tasted like garlic and it overpowered the rest of the pizza. I got the Klarides Village pizza and I wish I got something else. My husband's wedge salad was good and his clam casino pie wasn't bad. Burger presented nicely but lacked any seasoning and the cheese fries were tasty. I feel this place can be better, service be more consistent. Beer can be updated and fresh. Came for a music event and the lighting and stage are nice. Will come back to try pizza again, maybe just a sauce and cheese.

The food was interesting and well prepared. Essentially Italian, but some items were not. Service…read morewas excellent and ambience pleasant.

Stopped by Roses last night with my grandfather for dinner. The food was fantastic!! Fresh,…read moreflavorful, and clearly made with care, but what stood out even more was the kindness of the staff. They treated us with such genuine warmth and respect, a true family feel. It's rare to find a place that makes you feel so welcome the moment you walk in, and Roses truly delivered that! It was clear why this is his favorite restaurant. We left with full hearts and full stomachs. Highly recommend! Thank you so much to everyone at Roses!

Zois Pizza is a Greek-style pizzeria that opened in Seymour, Connecticut in 1970. It was founded by…read moreGreek immigrant Zois Tzepos. Born and raised in Eptahori, Greece, Tzepos immigrated to Connecticut in the 1950s with his family. He opened his namesake pizzeria in downtown Seymour in 1970. The name "Zois" is the Greek male equivalent of the female given name "Zoey", but it is also the Greek word for "life". Zois Pizza became well-known for their Greek-style pizza which is cooked in pans. Tzepos' brother Nick also operated pizzerias throughout Connecticut's Naugatuck Valley. The last pizzeria he ran before his retirement was Oxford Pizza Palace, which is currently operated by his son John. Zois Pizza is and has always been a family-run establishment. Zois' son Jim Tzepos has been running the day to day operations since the early 2000s, but Zois still pops in from time to time to make some pies. In addition to the signature Greek-style pan pies, the menu also consists of salads, appetizers, grinders, trays and calzones. I recently stopped in for dinner at Zois Pizza for the first time. I often go to downtown Seymour to see cult film screenings at the Strand Theater. I usually stop at an area restaurant beforehand to grab dinner, so I decided to try out Zois' on my most recent outing. I looked over the menu and decided to order three small pies so I could sample a few different kinds. The three that I ordered were the "Greek" (cheese pizza topped w/ fresh tomato, spinach, feta, garlic & oregano), the "Greek Godfather" (cheese pizza topped w/ sausage & roasted red peppers), and the "Roula Special" (cheese pizza topped w/ chicken, bacon, broccoli & garlic). Although I'm partial to New Haven-style apizza, these Greek-style pan pies were very good. They were full of flavor and had a nice and light, airy crust. At one point, my server checked on me and asked which of the three were my favorite. I told her that I enjoyed all three, but it was the Roula Special that really hit the spot. She responded, "OMG! That's my pizza! I'm Roula!" It turns out that she was Roula Tzepos: Zois' granddaughter! To drink, I enjoyed some cans of New England Brewing's "Fuzzy Baby Ducks" and "Sea Hag" IPAs. Overall, I had a very enjoyable experience at Zois'. I even had some leftovers to bring home for my family to try. If you're looking for a good place to grab dinner in downtown Seymour, then head to Zois'!

I've been coming to Zois for a long time, for over 30 years, with family hailing from the valley…read more The quality of their pies has diminished, and the prices have gone up drastically. I've had some terrible service experiences, one very recently. I would recommend avoiding at this point, as there are far better options, even in the immediate area

Just imagine piping hot cheese, crushed Italian tomatoes and perfect dough!! This is what you get…read morehere an absolutely delicious cheese pizza where a large is actually a large...... Staff is always accurate and helpful. The actual restaurant is small with a few high tops inside but it's worth pulling up a seat to pullout a slice while it's HOTTTTT......Delish!!!

1st Street Apizza was pretty good. It definitely gets the job done, and it wasn't salty…read more.. thankfully. The sauce was nice, but it could have used a bit more seasoning especially oregano, and a bit of pecorino-romano cheese for a little tang, that would have elevated this pie substantially. As for the crust, it was very good, and crispy too. Anyway, what I loved the most about this pizza was the copious amount of motz, and the toppings... There were humongo chunks of sausage and healthy helpings of pepperoni to die for!.... Toppings for weeks!... as a matter of fact; the pie was a toppings mess in the best way possible... generously so. I have to state this was one of the better apizza I had in the valley. So, with that said, if you like 1st Street then you'll love it's sister location Dayton Street Apizza in New Haven. Dayton Street Apizza has been slept on for quite sometime and is definitely a top six pizza destination in New Haven. So, check that place out as well if you haven't already, you'll be glad you did. That's a review...

Went with family and ordered the Cheeseburger, Buffalo Wings w/ bleu cheese, and Broccoli Rabe 14"…read morepizzas. All three were excellent, but you must order ANY pizza with the sausage made in-house. The pizza crusts were perfect, baked in a specialty oven. Owner was friendly and the service was timely. Nice vibe with music and TVs. There are some decent beer options on tap and a full service bar. This place is a gem to be discovered by any one in the area!

We had three distinct pies at our visit. Each had a unique and delicious flavor…read more First, the specialty oven has been seasoned and the crust comes out delicious and crispy. The red sauce pizza with fresh made sausage and broccoli rabe was made with fresh ingredients and was a great classic pie. We had the Buffalo chicken pizza with a blue cheese drizzle. A really tasty option for a different style pizza. Finally, the cheeseburger pizza was a unique and tasty option featuring burger toppings like lettuce, tomato and pickles. The drizzle of special sauce makes it a sweet and delicious treat. My blueberry mule from the bar was equally delicious. The gentlemen enjoyed their beers from the tap, each with their unique options. Overall, a great option for a pizza night out!!!

Food, service and upstairs seating we have been there several times and enjoyed visitread more

Absolutely loved the lemon decor & overall lemon vibes. I had the rigatoni à la vodka & my date…read morehad the gnocchi. Both were cooked aldente. I prefer tender pasta but to each their own. Both dishes were still very enjoyable. Asked the server for some appetizer bread & they were very accommodating. Brought out some charred bread and dipping oil. It was much appreciated. I'd give the red sangria a 7/10, as it was a tad bitter. Overall, a delicious lunch. And I found out that they host events!! So perhaps planning a brunch or birthday bash in the near future

The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming. But most of all…read morethe food is delicious and they really aim to please. Always a nice size serving. Our waitress was very pleasant. We try to stop whenever we're passing through. I really enjoy their chicken cutlet Parmesan . And of course, the mozzarella sticks.!! Inside and outside seating.

We found this super cute family owned restaurant today on the way to Naugatuck. It's very small so…read moreget reservations. We were fortunate as they had a table. Immediately our server was there to get our drink order.They bring bread and the table has amazing olive oil, we asked for parmigiana and red peppers and made a mix to dip in. Delicious. I ordered the lasagna and JT the Chicken Marsala. The lasagna comes with an incredibly delicious Caesar salad with homemade croutons and dressing. But guys, the lasagna is truly the absolute best we have ever had. The recipe is Minas (owner) with her son. Seriously, amazing. Service was over the top and the cute restaurant, while quite small puts out some of the best Italian cuisine we have enjoyed. The ingredients were so fresh, homemade, and the bread offered upon arriving is incredible. You have to come!!