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Located in the heart of Clinton, Connecticut, Grand Apizza Shoreline Inc stands as a beacon for lovers of authentic Italian and New Haven-style pizza. This charming pizza restaurant offers a culinary experience that melds tradition with a passion for craftsmanship, making it a must-visit destination for both locals and travelers seeking genuinely outstanding Italian fare.
At Grand Apizza, the menu reads like a love letter to Italian-American classics, featuring a tantalizing array of pizzas crafted with care and precision. The Garden Pizza bursts with fresh, vibrant vegetables, while the Caesar Salad provides a crisp, refreshing counterpoint. For those with a penchant for bold flavors, the Broccoli Rabe & Sausage Pizza delights the palate with its perfect balance of bitterness and savory richness. The Margherita Pizza shines with its simple yet sublime combination of fresh mozzarella, tomato, and basil, embodying the essence of Italian tradition.
Notably, the Apizza White Clam pizza invites a coastal twist, layered with tender clams, garlic, tomato, and onion, offering an explosion of umami with every bite. The Mozzarella Pizza and the White Pizza with Tomato, Onion, and Garlic showcase a creamy, luscious texture that melts beautifully, highlighting the restaurant's commitment to quality ingredients and time-honored techniques.
Accompanying these pies are hearty grinders like the Sausage & Peppers Grinder and the Broccoli Rabe & Sausage Grinder, both packed with robust Italian flavors that transport you straight to the old country. If you prefer a relaxing sit-down dinner, options such as Spaghetti with Meatballs, Penne Alla Vodka with shrimp or chicken, and the classic Ziti with Sausage prove that there's something deeply comforting in every dish.
What truly separates Grand Apizza from the rest is not just the menu but the soul behind every preparation. Customers consistently praise the crust—a flawless harmony of tender softness with a satisfying old-school bite, kissed to golden perfection in the oven. The sauce, crafted in-house, is bright, vibrant, and fresh, never overpowering but always enhancing each slice. Cheese melts on the pizza with a silky smoothness, never greasy, blending harmoniously with the other ingredients to deliver a perfect bite every time.
Beyond the food, the atmosphere here radiates warmth and authenticity. Whether you’re enjoying a casual dinner dining in or grabbing a quick slice to go, the service is friendly and attentive, ensuring your experience feels personalized and welcoming. The restaurant’s reputation is further elevated by the glowing testimonials of genuine pizza aficionados who appreciate the dedication to tradition without cutting any corners.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan of New Haven-style pizza or venturing into this classic cuisine for the first time, Grand Apizza Shoreline Inc promises a memorable outing filled with hearty flavors, fresh ingredients, and Italian hospitality at its finest. For anyone serious about pizza, this local gem asserts itself as a serious contender — crafting pies that are as thoughtfully made as they are wildly satisfying.
The pizza is outstanding. I can't believe google allows people like Crowley to leave a review based on the fact that he wanted special treatment because he knew the owner growing up. Or "they don't take credit cards". How about "I went on a Sunday and they were closed" These comments have nothing to do with the food. How about checking the website for hours and what forms of payment are accepted Karens. I go to Grand two or three times a month and it's always great. The owner has never been rude. The pizza is every bit as good as New Haven Apizza.
My brother and I are New Haven Apizza snobs. We rate on a scale where the Modern and Sally‘s are A. There is no other A. We are impressed by Grand Apizza. The key to excellence is the crust and the sauce. The way to evaluate them is to order a “plain”. (if the shop doesn’t offer plain it’s immediately disqualified). I ordered my usual “half plain half mootz” and it was great. My brother got some other toppings and that was excellent too. We rate Grand Apizza B+, just beneath the legends. A wonderful surprise on the shoreline.
Grande Apizza just tied Zuppardi’s on my list for my favorite pizzas— and that says everything. The dough has that perfect balance: tender but with some old-school bite. Sauce? Straight-up excellent — bright, clean, and clearly made in-house. Cheese melts smooth, never oily, and blends into the pie like it was meant to be there. This is serious pizza. No shortcuts, no gimmicks, just flavor done right. Every bite tasted like someone actually cared — and that’s rare these days. Whether it’s a plain pie or something more loaded, they hit it out of the park. If you’re the type who judges pizza like it’s a family heirloom, Grande is where you go.
We had Grand Apizza food truck cater a party and we were incredibly impressed. They were easy to communicate with, punctual, and everything tasted amazing! They offered multiple kinds of pizza, stuffed breads, and salads. Would definitely recommend!