Dante's Pizza – Italian
The air at Dante’s Pizza hums with the warmth of a roaring stone oven, where flickering flames transform hand-stretched dough into charred, blistered masterpieces. Each slice brings together the bright tang of sun-ripened tomatoes and the rich creaminess of artisanal cheeses, inviting guests to linger in a rustic space that feels like a spirited corner of old-world Italy.
75, Pine Street, New Canaan, CT, 06840 +1-203-920-1551 https://www.dantespizzact.com/Rating: 4.6/5 (87 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, kosher, halal, mediterranean, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, sugar-free, low-fat, low-sodium, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, weight-watchers, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, raw-food, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, carnivore, zone, aip, renal, low-fodmap, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 8:00 AM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about Dante's authentic wood-fired pizzas, particularly the "Bee Sting" with spicy salami and honey, which many consider a standout. Guests appreciate the high-quality ingredients and true Neapolitan style, though some note the char on the crust can be polarizing. The shared dining area offers an enjoyable, casual atmosphere, and while prices are higher than average, reviewers feel the premium toppings and delicious extras, like the chocolate chip cookies, make it worthwhile.
Menu
Wood Fired Pizza
14" pies only
- NY Style plain cheese: Tomato sauce, mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Margherita: Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
Specialty Pizza
Unique wood-fired combinations
- Piccante: Tomato sauce, provolone, sausage, roasted peppers, onion, hot chili oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Bee Sting: Tomato sauce, mozzarella, spicy salami, cherry peppers, hot honey Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Funghi: Fresh mozzarella, ricotta, mushrooms, prosciutto cotto (ham) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Classic White: Fresh mozzarella, ricotta, garlic, basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Salads
- House: Lettuces, tomatoes, cucumbers, and vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Caesar: Lettuces, croutons, grated cheese, and Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Chop: Lettuces, pepperoncini, tomato, chickpeas, provolone, salami Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb
- Beet: Lettuces, beets, olives, feta cheese, cucumber, and almonds Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Artichoke: Lettuces, marinated artichokes, tomatoes, olives, pecorino, croutons Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
Sides
- Meatballs (six): Six meatballs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Toppings
Add to any pizza
- Pepperoni Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Carnivore
- Prosciutto cotto ham Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Lectin-Free
- Sausage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Carnivore
- Mushroom Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Pegan, Lectin-Free
- Roasted red peppers Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Pegan, Candida
- Green olives Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Pegan, Lectin-Free
- Ricotta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free
- Hot cherry peppers Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Pegan, Candida
- Hot honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free
- Onion Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Garlic Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Lectin-Free
- Basil Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Raw-Food, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Hot oil Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Extra cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Dante's Pizza
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
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- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided information does not specify the exact number of reviews for Dante's Pizza.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Of the ten dishes listed with diet tags, 70% meet these criteria, including pepperoni, prosciutto cotto ham, and hot oil.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include the wood-fired "Bee Sting" pizza with spicy salami and honey, as well as the chocolate chip cookies.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Rated 4.6/5, Dante's Pizza offers authentic Neapolitan wood-fired pizzas with premium toppings, though reviewers note prices are higher than average.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Dante's Pizza offers a rustic, casual atmosphere with a shared dining area and a spirited, old-world Italian Neapolitan style.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Dante's Pizza has an overall average rating of 4.6/5, with diners highly recommending their authentic Neapolitan style wood-fired pizzas.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Experience the casual shared dining atmosphere while enjoying a wood-fired Bee Sting pizza and finishing with their popular chocolate chip cookies.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Dishes supporting keto and gluten-free diets include Hot oil, Onion, Mix Salad with Grilled Chicken, Basil, Prosciutto cotto ham, and Pepperoni.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Dante's Pizza is categorized as budget-friendly ($), though reviewers note that prices are higher than average for the quality provided.