CJ's Pizza and Giant Grinders

I wish we took better pictures before devouring the food! This picture isn’t going to do it any justice.
I have been trying pizza restaurants inside and outside my area, switching from one to the other and only getting a 6s or 7s. I found this place on google and decided to try it and I have found my new pizzas spot! The pizza is so delicious, the sauce, the cheese pull and the dough were all perfect. The chicken wings were crispy and tasty. The service was so warm, homey and the owner gave me a coke on the house! What a service!

This place is a genuine family owned restaurant. Our server was welcoming with an understanding of patient. The food was worth the wait even in the middle of rush hour. The portions to price ratio is generous. We are new loyal forever customers.

It's been over 20 years since we've been here! It was amazing!! CJ s giant grinder definitely still lives up to it's name!

I ordered a small pizza and an order of cheese ravioli. It was a busy Friday night and the order did take over 1.5 hours, but it was worth the wait. The staff was clearly overwhelmed with the amount of orders they were trying to keep up with, but nonetheless were polite and attentive to all customers. My kids loved the cheese ravioli and the pizza was hot and fresh. I also enjoyed the local lemonade they had. Will definitely come back for more pizza in the future!

We have always gone to CJ’s for their Grinders. Their grinders have always been pretty good. However, I had no idea the pizza was on another level. My family usually goes to Manchester Pizza and Grill for pizza but after having CJs…we found a new place. Great sauce, bread, and just the right amount of cheese. The 5 stars are for their pizza.

Overall a very great place to eat and have drinks rather with adults or children.
The atmosphere was wonderful and service was with a smile. Our waitress was very attentive. The Buffalo chicken a bit spicy but if you can withstand that you're sure to be pleased.

Very nice people, very good sandwiches made with quality ingredients.

Wonderful local spot! Service is wonderful. The folks in the kitchen keep cranking it out. The line goes out the door constantly.

There is plenty of parking in the plaza right beside the pizzeria. Easy to find. We stopped by on our way to a class.
There is an extensive menu.

The garlic bread with mozzarella was simply superb. We regretted only getting a half. :))

The grinders are huge!

I will have to try the meatballs the next time- very, very popular. :)

The wonderful hostess keeps things moving and the staff in the kitchen are cranking it out. The orders kept coming. :)

Take your time- the food takes time. Plan ahead and you will have a wonderful meal made with care. :)

Walked here from Center Springs Park after playing disc golf with a friend visiting from out of state. He wanted a sandwich and what better place is there to get a sandwich in Manchester than CJ's? Nowhere! If you think there is keep thinking because guess what, there ain't!
We ended up splitting half a meatball hot with peppers and also copped a gluten free pizza with eggplant and mushroom. Now, neither of us are gluten free but sometimes a gf crust is a nice change from a straight up gluten bomb. We were already having the meatball grinder so let's explore the menu a little. Both were fantastic.
You might want something more fancy now and then but if you just want to get down to business and stuff your piehole with some classic Connecticut cuisine don't sleep on CJ's giant right here in Manchester.

This review is many years overdue. I grew up in Manchester, CT and for many years my parents would often buy a pizza from CJs. Not only does CJs have the best pizza I’ve ever tasted but the owners embody the values of community and generosity. My father worked for Colt Firearms for over 30 years and during his time on the job he was forced out of work due to union strikes. During those times, when my parents were able to afford it, they would order a pizza from CJs (a rare treat during those times) and with zero expectations of recouping their loss, they would give us the pizza we ordered for free. It was a true gesture and one that I spoke about with my father before his passing. God bless the folks at CJs. Just about the only thing I miss about Connecticut is a pizza pie from CJs. If you live in the Manchester area, do yourself a favor and go get yourself or your family a pie from CJs. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

There's a reason why CJ's has such a stellar reputation locally, the food is fantastic. Chicken cutlet grinder, turkey club grinder, any grinder. Love this place.

First time trying the food here and was very pleased 😋. My pizza was just like I liked it and Young lady behind the counter was very nice and funny not to mention all the customers coming in and out. I will be back thanks for a great experience

This is a takeout review. All food is eaten fresh in the vehicle. I ordered some meatballs and a pepperoni pizza. The meatballs were top ten ever restaurant for me, possibly top five. Just really well put together, most, tender, and flavorful. The pizza was also very good, great sauce, good crust. On a scale from 0-10 I would rate this 8.6.

This is the best pizza around. What makes it even better are people who care about their customers. Love CJ’s!

I’ve been going to CJ’s for almost my entire life and I am 69 years old. I grew up Manchester and CJ’s was where my mom went to get pizzas and grinders. I took CJ’s grinders to school with me in the early 70s. I moved out of Connecticut in 1980 to pursue a career in the federal government. All of my vacations back to Manchester included a stop at CJ’s. I’m retired now and I live in Savannah, Georgia. Today I’m on vacation in Connecticut and I’m at CJ’s eating the best sausage grinder I’ve ever eaten anywhere in the country. Thank you, CJ’s, for a lifetime of great food and memories.

Food and service were great! Will definitely come back

Delicious pizza and grinders. Family owned since 70's. Highly recommend!

Always the best in town. I love the tuna plate.
And of course their pizza

I’ve been coming to CJs since I was in a bucket seat. My ENTIRE family has stood by CJs forever. Just the absolute best ever. #BestPizzaInCT

Pizza, garden salad, chef salad, mozzarella sticks & a small garlic bread w/cheese. Food was great as always and the service was phenomenal.