Popular Family-Run Eatery Closing In West Haven

WEST HAVEN, CT — Marino’s Pizza, a family-run eatery offering a wide variety of Italian cuisine, is closing after 16 years in business in West Haven. While their official last day hasn’t been announced, Marino’s, located at 196 First Avenue, will celebrate the past 16 years on Monday, Sept. 2.

“For the past 16 years, it has been our pleasure to serve the West Haven community,” the family wrote in a post on Facebook. “Most of our loyal patrons have been customers from the start; we've been there through the years to celebrate with them as their families grew, and grieve with them at the passing of a loved one. Likewise, our customers have seen our own children grow up and have been there to celebrate with us as our family grew to welcome a new generation.

“We thank you for everything the past 16 years has brought forth for the Marino family; we are looking forward to what the future holds for us as well. Our last day will be announced soon but Monday September 2 we will commemorate our last 16 years as Marino's pizza. We invite you to stop in between 10 am - 3 pm to send us off and enjoy a cup of coffee with our family. We thank you for welcoming us into your families and again for 16 incredible years. Eat well, and be happy. - The Marinos.”