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Love this spot for their pies but I also love sitting at the bar with my husband for beer and bites. This is a perfect place for a week-night casual date. We have met other friendly couples here and it's just an over all great neighborhood spot. Sweet staff, fresh eats. Get yourself a brew with a cinnamon sugar rim, fried cheese, an order of mild wings, and a pie to go! Thank me later.
I ordered a to go lunch special - 1/2 Caesar salad with chicken pesto panini- freshly made and delicious. Mondo has a rewards program that you register for- to day I got $5 off - so it was $9. The staff is always welcoming and friendly.
We rolled into Mondo Middletown like we hadn't eaten in a week. Fifteen deep. Loud. Hungry. Ready to do damage. I went straight for the Mondo special, thin crust, crisp, and built right. First bite told the story. The undercarriage had structure, the edge had crunch, and the toppings stayed in balance instead of sliding into chaos. Onion, peppers, sauce, pepperoni, sausage, bacon... all playing their role, nobody trying to be the star, and that's exactly why it worked. This wasn't a greasy overload pie. It was composed. Clean flavors. Sauce present but not drowning the dough. Cheese doing its job without turning the slice into a blanket. Around the table, it turned into a full-on pizza parade. * Barbecue chicken made the rounds. Sweet and Smokey * Tomato basil, simple, bright, the kind of pie you underestimate until it disappears * Sicilian, thicker, airy, satisfying, the "one slice turns into three" situation * Ozzy Egg, the wildcard. Rich, different, and the pie people kept talking about between bites I didn't personally get into every pie, but you could read the table. Heads nodding. Silence during bites. That "hold on, let me finish chewing" look. Universal pizza language for "yeah... this is legit." Keith came out and greeted us and jumped in for a photo like he'd known us for years. That stuff isn't staged. You can tell when it's genuine, and this was. The staff stayed on it the whole time. Drinks refilled, pies landing hot, check-ins without hovering. Friendly, attentive, and clearly used to handling a busy dining room without letting it feel chaotic. What stood out most was consistency. Nothing felt like a throwaway option. Whether thin crust, Sicilian, or specialty, the kitchen knew what it was doing. And the vibe matched the food. Casual. Welcoming. Built for groups. Built for exactly what we did, show up with friends, order too much, and stay longer than planned. Slice Mob left full and happy! Slice Mob Approved!
Very good pizza! Crust is thin but not too thin. With a bit of chew as well as crisp. Sauce was great- subtle and not overwhelming. Cheese was perfect. Slices are quite big if ordering by the slice. Will definitely return!
I went to Mondos Pizza in Middletown CT for the second time this past weekend and it was amazing. My sister got pizza , but I ordered the turkey avocado panini. It came with beer battered fries, which are to die for(no exaggeration). The panini was huge and really good. I had enough leftovers for two days. However, the wings were seasoned well but a little too fried and tough to chew. Overall, the food was good and everyone seemed to enjoy their meals.. I will DEFINITELY be back!
I love Mondo in Middletown! This place stays busy and that's because their food is delicious. I wasn't in the mood for pizza so I ordered pasta instead. I ordered spaghetti with garlic, butternut squash and Soppressata. OMG it was DELICIOUS & the presentation was incredible. The waitress went above and beyond and even brought me toasted bread with a side of olive oil and garlic for dipping. My brother got their Sicilian pizza and he loved it. My sister in law customized her own pizza and she was quite happy as well. The restaurant is a decent sized with a small bar. As said earlier it is always busy and they do a substantial amount of take out business as well. Definitely should be on your list! You won't be disappointed!
I've been to Mondo for pizza a few times, but until a few months ago, not since Portnoy gave them an 8.1. When I previously visited, my expectations weren't quite met, which probably had something to do with all the great buzz Mondo gets. For my most recent visit, I ordered a sausage and pepper pizza, and it was the best pizza I've ever had from Mondo. I'd call Mondo New York style thin crust. The sausage was in crumble form and the sausage juices flavored the pizza well. The peppers were good. The pizza had a good mix of crisp and chew. Average floppiness for a thin crust pizza with toppings. Nice cheese. Service was friendly and efficient. I'm far more likely to return to Mondo after this experience, than my prior experiences. 4.25 Stars
Mondo has been consistently great for a long time. Not only do they have great pizza, the rest of their menu never disappoints either. They have a small but delicious selection of pastas that always hit, and a bunch of paninis and salads. Our server was super friendly and I think their prices are fair too. This visit we ordered a Nate's lunch pie and a Waldorf salad. Their crust is thin, crispy, and chewy. This pizza had garlic, cheese, fresh tomatoes, bacon, and basil. It was delicious! I added lots of chili flakes as I often do, and next time I might ask if they could bake some into my pie because it was really good that way. The salad was fresh and perfectly dressed. It was an off time, but they were still busy, and there can often be a wait in the evenings to sit down. It's a fairly small space and can get a little loud when it's super busy, just as a note. They're definitely worth the visit though!
Mondo knows how to have Happy Hour on Weekdays 3-6. Had their incredible house white Sangria $5.00. Also I tried an item off the regular menu that not on the HH menu today. I had the Risotto Fritters that are homemade three cheese risotto fritters served with whipped ricotta. $12.95 and you get 6 good size balls. They were very filling and delicious. Try them you won't be disappointed. and of course the White Sangria was an added touch with the blood oranges that are freshly cut up in it. Grab a seat at the bar and get quick service and wonderful service.
I am not lying when I say this is the best turkey sandwich and fries I've ever had Huge portions and so much flavor! I love the crispy texture and flavor on the fries. So good! I will absolutely be back.
This is one of my go to pizza places! We usually get a bacon or pepperoni, but we opted in for their specialty pizza. It came with bacon, pepperoni, sausage, onions, peppers, olives. The crust has just enough crispiness and the pizza isn't soggy, even with all of the toppings!! Service was quick, even with a little bit of wait time.
Since my last review, I have gone to Mondo more often, and have figured out that I only like their pizza when I dine in. I don't like it take out, and I don't like it cold, or reheated. It's a good choice for pizza in Middletown, when you're able to enjoy it hot and fresh! (They do a HUGE takeout business so I can assume most of Middletown disagrees with me lol...personal preference!) They have a great happy hour, and a few outdoor tables. Their salads are excellent, and large enough to share, if you're also getting other items. The staff are friendly and they hustle!
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I stopped in here since I was in town for an appointment. I heard this place was good and I read lots of positive Yelp reviews so I gave it a go. It was pretty quiet as I arrived shortly after they opened. I sat at the bar and was immediately greeted by the friendly bartender. I ordered a San Pellegrino and browsed the menu. I decided to get the lunch special of a 1/2 portion of salad and 2 slices of pizza. I brought home most of the pizza as it was a lot of food. The polenta croutons on the Tuscano salad were warm and slightly crispy- life changing! There was a bit too much dressing on the salad but it's my bad- I forgot to ask for the dressing on the side. Both slices of pizza were warm and flavorful but I think the fresh mozzarella was my favorite. I'll bring friends with me next time because the food was delicious and the service was excellent. It's also easy to find on Main street and has a fun vibe. read more
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Just stopped by Mondo and had an excellent lunch with friends after dress shopping down the road! The spiedini and eggplant fries made for a great appetizer, and our salad and paninis were delicious too. Just the right casual vibe we were looking for. Food came out quickly and our server was friendly! read more
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Happy Hour was definitely 5 stars!!! I was looking for a happy hour with an array of food options, not just drinks and Mondo was exactly what I was looking for. I ordered one of everything off of the Happy Hour food menu. Pizza was good. I tried the Tomato basil slice and it tasted fresh. I knew I wouldn't have room to try the pepperoni, Fresh mozzarella, or BBQ so I'll try those next time. Fried cheese was delicious, loved the outside crunch. Spiedini was good, it was a different flavor vibe for happy hour. Eggplant fries were ok. Wings were nice and crispy, glad I got the sauce on the side since I'm not really a sauce person. Now I really liked the food but the Star of their happy hour was the housemade Sangrias! I tried both the red and the white. I couldn't decide which one I liked better? I also couldn't handle two more to make a final decision lol. Customer service, the menu, and the drinks were just right so I would definitely go back for another happy hour experience! read more
1 year ago
Food came in like less than 10 minutes. Server was nice and the food was good and came out hot. Five stars read more
A little local spot offering pizza and pub type items PARKING - ample with a mall like section with spots. ENTRANCE - young hostess getting patrons seated but was a bit overwhelmed with our group of 10 and others. SEATING - there are a couple of booths but one sided. I mean in front of each booth are the high chairs with low backs MENU - pizza on one side a few sandwiches on the other with a few small plates. APPETIZERS - the bbq wings were slightly over cooked. The egg plant fries were new for me. While super dark brown on the outside they were not greasy. However there was no taste/flavor. PIZZAS - this is why they get 4 stars. They are all very good. Gluten-free options for pix available SERVICE - our waitress was very nice but not sociable. Not a criticism but she would get better tips if she was more congenial PRICES - very reasonable pizzas $15-$20. Paninis $10-$15. Appetizers line $10-$14. Overall worth a try read more
1 year ago
When I saw that they had vegan cheese as an option, I knew we had to go here. The pizza was absolutely amazing and so was the vegan cheese. This is an absolute must have especially if you love thin crispy crust. The hubby absolutely loved his buffalo wings. If we lived in Connecticut, we would absolutely come here again. And our server was outstanding. read more
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Love their garlic bread pizzetta and calzones! Nice indoor ambiance and outdoor seating however we also often order takeout! Great local craft beer options dining in and the food is always a hit. We come here pretty often as a family and it's always a good time. Very friendly staff and always prompt service. An extremely consistent pizza place that I can rely on for excellent quality and care in their work. I really wanted to expand more on this review as my original one wasn't as detailed as I would like it to be. read more
"It's not my place in the nine to five world and it's not my place with a nine to five girl" (The Ramones) How do you say "world" in Italian? That would be "Mondo" What restaurant consistently pops up on "Best Middletown restaurant" lists? That would also be Mondo. We had an 11:30 appointment in Middletown yesterday which gave us the perfect opportunity to check out Mondo's fantastic lunch specials. They are just $11.95 and are available weekdays from 11am-3pm. The specials consist of a choice within 2 main groups. The first group would be one selection from among five salads (Mondo greens, Caesar, Sherry, Tuscano or Arugula) and four appetizers (Fried mozzarella, Eggplant fries, French fries, or Homemade soup). The second group would be one selection from either a half of five paninis or 2 slices of pizza from within six choices (traditional cheese, tomato basil, pepperoni, fresh mozzarella, BBQ chicken, or peppers, onions & mushrooms). We both went for the pizza and salad specials. I went with a Sherry salad (Field greens, blue cheese, bacon, grape tomato, roasted pecans & sherry vinaigrette) and my wife went for the Arugula (Baby arugula, goat cheese, red onion, candied walnuts, tomato & lemon vinaigrette). They were advertised as half portions, but they were pretty generous! You can mix and match pizza slices from within their six available choices, so we went with four different - traditional cheese, pepperoni, fresh mozzarella, and BBQ chicken. I gotta tell you, these slices were BIG -they were more like a slice and a half. Thin NYC style crust, excellent sauce and a lot of toppings. They were delicious. Our two lunch specials and a club soda ran just $28.59 after tax and before tip. We brought home a lot of pizza from those four Mega Slices. Bottom line? Mondo was fantastic read more
Didn't quite make it today. Perhaps it was the windy and cold weather that brought out the crowds for lunch. There were four of us and we all ordered from the Lunch Special Menu. I chose the Caesar Salad [good dressing and cheese but too much white iceberg] and two slices of Margarita Pizza [cold and old]. This pizza, which two of us ordered, had been sitting around way too long and the cheese had hardened and cracked. It was disappointing as Mondo has always been my go-to downtown Middletown establishment. The other three were there on my urging. Oh well, we all have a bad day once in a while. read more
2 years ago
I think that these types of pizza restaurants end up feeling a bit pricey sometimes for food that is not on par. Well, this place is the opposite! The food was really great and reasonably priced. I ordered a pasta and chicken dish and the mix of cheese and a rich, flavorful sauce made for a great combination. I also got an order of the eggplant fries which came with a nice, chunky marinara sauce. The wait staff was warm, welcoming, friendly and attentive. I also think every person employed there must've said goodbye on my way out! read more
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Middletown is a cool place and it's hard to pick a place to eat when I'm here once, but for this trip it was Mondo that was a must visit restaurant. I came here with 2 friends on Friday night and was able to grab seats at the bar right away. I came here on a mission so even though the menu is full of awesome sounding pizzas, this man needed a calzone with mozzarella cheese and meatball and that's exactly what I ordered. The food didn't take long to come out, especially for how busy it was and when it did come out I fell in love (I kissed a calzone and I liked it). The crust was just the right mixture of soft and hard, the sauce was delicious, the meatball was superb, and it was an amazing calzone. Overall, I absolutely loved Mondo. The food was delicious, the staff was wonderful, the restaurant itself is really nice, and I'll support any business that has toys out for kids during waits. Do yourself a favour and eat at Mondo! read more
3 years ago
My 2nd time and continues to be an excellent pizza with crusty bottom, good service and pleasing eclectic place. Our son lives nearby and Mondo always spot on! read more
Tried Mondo for the first time a few weeks ago and it was great! When pulling up, employees approached my car for curbside pickup, so I didn't have to call or anything, the whole process was very quick. The food itself was delicious, my favorite was the fig flatbread. The flatbread had prosciutto and Gorgonzola I believe - the flavors all went together nicely. The pizza was also good, but the sauce itself lacked flavor and was just ok, but the amount of sauce and cheese and pepperoni was perfect. I will definitely try mondo again!! I bet their specialty pizzas are great. read more
5 years ago
*clapping* Excellent tasting pizza! Think crust. I went with a vegan cheese barbecue chicken, and it was GOOD! Usually, non-dairy cheese tastes like rubbery cardboard that was chewed to mush and then refrigerated. Not here, this was good, it melted and it didn't have that awkward taste to it. The chicken had a great taste to it as well, not that straight out of the frozen package texture to it. Plus the price was not scary as well. This is a nice go-to for pizza when you are lactose intolerant, so enjoy it. read more
2 years ago
Well when you're craving pizza and don't want to drive to New Haven and Middletown is your closest choice. Mondo is your best bet for a New York style pie. We went with the Garlic Bread as a starter which was cheesey and garlic. I will definitely be getting that again, good amount of garlic flavor and a nice amount of cheese. I will say This place was really hopping for a weekday. The bar was filled and we had to wait a bit for our table. But after that Garlic bread we knew it would be worth the wait. We went with 2 pies the sausage and pistachio and the fresh tomato pie. The sausage and pistachio had a white base and the sausage was fresh and flavorful and every once in a while you get a nice crunch of pistachio in your bite. Overall a good pie. The other pizza was a red-based pie with fresh sliced tomato, basil and cheese. Even though it's not tomato season, the tomatoes were flavorful and the bites of basil made you want to go back for more. This place is definitely on our radar now if we don't want to drive all the way down to New Haven. read more
4 years ago
Delicious drinks & huge calzones! That's what I'm gonna think next time someone mentions Mondo. The calzones are so big they're big enough for multiple people. I was also OBSESSED with their grapefruit white sangria, it was so yummy. My husband who ordered a beer took a sip of my sangria and then switched to ordering these for himself because of how good it tasted. I ordered a gluten free pizza and wasn't a big fan of the crust, and it was quite saucy. I loved the huge amount of garlic on the pie. Next time I'm coming here for the drinks at the bar! read more
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Middletown, CT 06457
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