Take a break from regular burgers and pizzas and lose yourself in the vibrant flavors from China at Ivy Wok. This popular restaurant is known for offering delicious and authentic Cantonese delicacies at pocket-friendly rates. The Pan Fried Pork Dumplings, Wonton Cantonese Noodle Soup and General Tso's Chicken on rice from their menu which have been loved by there regulars.The friendly staff is efficient and makes this place a great spot to enjoy a quick meal.

This restaurant is the New Haven branch of the world-famous falafel joint that started in New York City's Greenwich Village in 1971. The New Haven branch is Mamoun's nicer, sit-down restaurant, with the walls covered in plush Middle-Eastern carpets. The menu features all the Mamoun's favorites like the renowned falafel, shawarma, kabobs and kibbeh. Mamoun's is a perfect place to chow down on some filling and healthy Middle-Eastern specialties.

Established in 1922, Nardelli's Grinder Shoppe in Naugatuck serves up authentic Italian grinders, hot or cold. The favorite here is the Italian Combo (capocola, salami and pruzitini) topped with one of their special marinades. Don't forget to tip your sandwich-makers; you'll be applauded with a boisterous "Grazie!" There are three other shops in the area with two in Waterbury and one in Southbury.