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Instagrammable Connecticut: Pizza
With more than 1,000 pizza spots throughout the state—Connecticut serves up some of the most innovative and flavorful creations that are camera-ready right out of the oven. (Check out the top 100 on the Connecticut Pizza Trail!)
According to the Pizza King himself, Dave Portnoy, founder of Barstool Sports, “Connecticut is the best pizza state in the country ... [New Haven style pizza] is the best pizza city, not only in the country, in the world."
Connecticut pies are crafted with wild combos that will have you leaving your typical foodie comfort zone. With our Instagrammable Connecticut series, we’re inviting Instagrammers to share their eye-catching pictures! Check back often for new topics. Or if you have some photos to share, tag your photos with #CTvisit!
Want to make your own? Learn to make New Haven style pizza with fun (and tasty) classes at the New Haven Pizza School!
Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, Multiple Locations
Frank Pepe's, one of the "Big Three" renowned New Haven pizzerias along with Sally's and Modern, celebrated its centennial anniversary in 2025. Consistently ranked as the country's best pizza by The Daily Meal, the Wooster Street legend is known for its white clam pie.
“I liked how fresh all the ingredients were and how crispy the crust was! Being at Frank Pepe’s made me feel like I was somewhere famous and special, yet cozy and casual.” - @jersey.munchies
Sally’s Apizza, Multiple Locations
Many famous names have walked through the doors of Sally’s Apizza to try its popular handmade and coal-fired pies, such as its tomato pie. The Daily Meal named Sally's pizza as the #9 best in the country and suggests its white potato variety with potato, onion, mozzarella, imported Parmesan, and rosemary.
Modern Apizza, New Haven
Modern Apizza was named the #1 pizzeria on the Connecticut Pizza Trail in 2025. This legendary State Street spot, around since 1934, is known for its signature pies like the clams casino, the veggie bomb with an abundance of vegetables, and its famous Italian Bomb, laden with bacon, pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, peppers and onions.
“This pizza was extremely filling with robust, well-balanced flavors. My family enjoyed the combination of meat and green peppers.” - @dining_diva
Colony Grill, Multiple Locations
Rooted in Irish-American tradition, Colony Grill has been known for its popular "hot oil" bar pie, topped with spicy pepper-infused oil, since the Great Depression. This particular pizza landed Colony Grill on The Daily Meal's ranking of "The 101 Best Pizzas in America", coming in at #43.
“We loved the thin and crispy crust, followed by the unique flavors the hot oil adds. It makes this pizza stand out!” - @thaitalian_eats
Zuppardi’s, West Haven
Homemade is the name of the game at Zuppardi's! With roots in the southern coast of Italy, this family-owned business is known for its award-winning traditional plain pie, which was ranked as the #45 best pizza in the country by The Daily Meal. Zuppardi's is also known for its fresh white clam pie, and the fennel-laced sausage that tops another best-selling pizza is housemade.
“No trip here is complete without having the white clam pie. They freshly shuck every one of the littleneck clams after you order your pizza, then add fresh garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, and cracked red pepper.” - @cityfoodsters
Bar, New Haven
Bar is so well known for its mashed potato and bacon pie that even The Daily Meal has taken notice. The national publication ranked Bar's unique creation as #47 on its list of "101 Best Pizzas in America".
“Who needs a breakfast sandwich when you have breakfast pizza?! In a sandwich the flavors are layered and smashed together. In the pizza, the garlic, onion, basil and bacon are allowed to cook into the melting cheese and sauce. It becomes one symphonic expression of a delicious morning” - @bar_newhaven
Savoy Pizzeria & Craft Bar, West Hartford
Specially milled flour and other secret ingredients combine to make delicious dough for Savoy’s array of wood-fired red and white pies. Its classic margherita and Franklin Avenue Freeze Out with pepperoni and mozzarella are among its top sellers, along with more gourmet preparations like the 4th Song From the End, featuring fior di latte mozzarella, fontina, ricotta, parmesan, and truffle paste.
“Savoy’s Pizza is hard to beat. Best pizza dough around, and the pizza is not greasy. The raised pie is a vegan pie–my vegan friend is convinced it’s the best around. I’m not vegan and I even thought it was delicious!” - @the.brunching.blonde
Mondo, Middletown
Mondo features a lineup of classic and creative pies. Specialty pizzas include a fresh tomato and basil pie, a shrimp pizza with red onion, capers, and fresh basil; and BBQ and buffalo chicken options.
Mystic Pizza, Mystic
At Mystic Pizza, you can order "a slice of heaven" and retrace Julia Roberts' steps from the hit movie released in 1988.
Coalhouse Pizza, Stamford
With a woodstone oven and Neapolitan-style dough, Coalhouse Pizza is a great stop if you’re looking for good food in a friendly atmosphere. Its creative pies include the Knock Me A Kiss, with provolone, steak, peppers, and onions; and the Pride and Joy, with vodka sauce and chicken cutlet.
“I liked how the combination of unique flavors blended together perfectly! A perfect combo of sweet & spicy. The spicy honey drizzle was perfection.” - @stamfordfoodie
Ernie’s Pizza, New Haven
With 40 years of pizza making under its belt, Ernie’s Pizza has perfected its plain pie enough for it to find a spot on the ‘101 Best Pizzas in America’ list.
“Ernie’s Pizzeria made a perfect balance of crispy, chewy thin crust, savory garlic, robust local tomatoes and buttery mozzarella cheese with a hint of basil.” - @tasteofnewhaven
Brewport, Bridgeport
While Brewport is mostly known for delicious drinks and a fun atmosphere, its specialty pies add to the flavor of this old newspaper distribution building. Try the unique Barrett, with Korean BBQ pulled pork and kimchi.
Roseland Apizza, Derby
Another pizza spot with an award-winning plain pie, Roseland Apizza has been dedicated to serving authentic, high-quality crust creations for generations.
Sicily Coal Fired Pizza, Middletown
Sicily Coal Fired Pizza brings the New Haven tradition of coal fired oven pizza to Middletown plus freshly made pastas, baked breads and locally sourced products.
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