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Experience the Fusion of Time-Honored Techniques and Contemporary Flavors in Every Bite

Cast Iron Craft: Culinary Creations Redefined

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There is metered street parking available or our customers can use the parking garage attached to the building. Parking in the parking garage is free after 5pm.

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Experience a culinary masterpiece at Cast Iron Chef Chop House & Oyster Bar. From sizzling steaks to fresh seafood, our menu reflects the artistry of cast iron cooking. Join us for a dining experience like no other.

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Where Culinary Excellence Meets Elegance

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Unlock the secrets of cast iron cooking and elevate your culinary skills. Discover how proper cast iron seasoning not only protects your cookware but also enhances the flavor of your dishes. Join us on a journey through centuries of tradition.

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Mastering the Art of Cast Iron Cuisine

Cast Iron Cooking

For over 14 years, Attilio, the Cast Iron Chef, has crafted exceptional recipes using cast iron pans. Join us as we delve into the world of premium quality dining and savor the phenomenal accolades that have come from his dedication.

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A Culinary Journey with Attilio, the Cast Iron Chef

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Seeking the perfect gift for a culinary connoisseur? Delight them with a gift certificate from The Cast Iron Chef Chop House. Let them immerse in a world of skillet-cooked steaks, fresh seafood, and innovative cocktails. A token of love, appreciation, or celebration, our certificates are more than just gifts; they're experiences waiting to be unwrapped.

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The Gift of Gourmet

Craft unforgettable memories at The Cast Iron Chef Chop House. Our private event spaces are a confluence of elegance and culinary excellence. Whether it's an intimate dinner, a corporate meeting, or a grand celebration, we ensure every moment is imbued with our signature charm and sophistication. Let's turn your vision into a memorable event.

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Private Dining 

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Step into our visual feast at the Cast Iron Chef Chophouse gallery, where the artistry of culinary excellence comes to life in vibrant imagery and tantalizing snapshots of our delectable dishes.

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The Experience 

Awaken your senses with our gourmet breakfast at The Cast Iron Chef Chop House. Prepared in seasoned cast iron skillets, our morning meals give an exquisite start to your day. From fluffy pancakes to our signature skillet eggs, experience the old world technique blending seamlessly with modern culinary flair.

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Sunrise Delights

Discover a curated collection of cocktails, wines, and spirits at The Cast Iron Chef Chop House. With every sip, taste the legacy of our mixologists who craft beverages to complement our prime steaks and seafood. Elevate your dining experience with a drink that suits the mood, be it a chilled martini or a full-bodied red.

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors at The Cast Iron Chef Chop House. Our menu, a testament to the mastery of our Executive Chef, boasts prime Angus beef, fresh seafood, and daily specials. Dive into dishes that speak volumes of tradition, skill, and passion. Cast iron cooking isn't just a method; it's an experience.

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Culinary Artistry

Explore our thoughtfully curated menus, showcasing a blend of American traditional flavors and innovative culinary creations, all meticulously prepared by Chef Attilio at Cast Iron Chef Chophouse.

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Our Executive Chef is the only one in Southern Connecticut to use the old world technique of skillet cooking; producing the most perfectly cooked steak. Besides our steak entrees, we also offer the freshest seafood, lamb and duck entrees, as well as daily specials prepared to perfection by our master chefs. All of our beef is perfectly aged and hand cut on the premises. We use only the finest ingredients, the freshest seafood and Prime Angus beef; each presented with simple elegance.

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We are a New York steakhouse with a twist.

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Our larger “Red Room” seats a minimum of 24 people and a maximum of 52 people and has a convenient private restroom most suitable for Bridal/Baby showers, Engagement Parties, and Birthday Parties.

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Red Room

Our “Bourbon Room” is the smaller of the two and seats a max of 22 people. Most suitable for intimate gatherings, business meetings, or pharmaceutical presentations. This room has a TV making it a convenient location for a private presentation.

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Bourbon Room

It would be a pleasure to host your next event in one of our 2 beautiful private rooms. Please see our menu packages attached and feel free to reach out with any questions! *Room Fees / Food and Beverage minimums may apply

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Savor the sizzle and delight of our "Porterhouse for 2" at Cast Iron Chef Chophouse. Book your table online for a culinary journey crafted by our masterful chef, Attilio. Join us in New Haven, CT, and indulge in a sensational dining experience.

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*Thoroughly cooked meats, poultry, shellfish, seafood, or eggs reduces the risk of foodborne illness

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• To best accommodate all our guests, we ask that large parties arrive together in order to be seated. We allow a 15-minute window for your reservation however, beyond that time we can no longer guarantee your table as we try and accommodate other patrons. • In order to accommodate all our guests and for everyone to have an enjoyable experience at the Cast Iron Chef, we ask that you adhere to the following table times for your reservation. For tables of 1-2, we allow an hour and a half for your reservation. For tables of 3-4, we allow two hours for your reservation. For tables of 5-6, we allow two and a half hours at the table, and for tables of 8 or more we allow a max of 3 hours at the table. Thank you for your cooperation. • While we consider special requests, modifications are not always possible as they can impact the focus of the kitchen and the integrity of many dishes. • Please notify us of any allergies or dietary restrictions so we can better accommodate your requests. • While we do not offer split checks, we can accommodate up to 4 forms of payment for your bill. If you are joining us with a large group, we suggest everyone bring cash or use of Venmo or other money transfer services. • Outside desserts are welcome however you will incur a $3 per person dessert fee. We will happily cut or serve your dessert and partake in any celebratory song. • Our restaurants are generally not the best environment for young children. We welcome families, but we ask parents to keep children at the table and calm vocal infants or youngsters outside of the dining room. We do not offer a children’s menu however we have other delicious food options suitable for children.

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DINING GUIDELINES

Guest attire can elevate or diminish the experience of others. We consider hats, tank tops, flip flops, and team athletic attire too casual for our restaurants. Our staff takes pride in their appearance and we ask our guests to respect our attire guidelines.

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<h2>Job Description</h2>Cast Iron Chef is seeking an organized floor manager to assist customers, support staff, and serve as the point of contact for the front of house during their assigned shift. Their role is to support staff on the floor to ensure a five-star dining experience for guests, as well as helping in the kitchen run food. This person will problem-solve issues that arise, check-in with customers during their meals, and close the restaurant. Floor manager shifts start at 4pm and/or 5pm. <ul><li>Answer customers’ questions and resolve grievances</li><li>Support front of house staff as an “extra set of hands” by running food, answering the phone, seating guests, bussing tables, etc.</li><li>Visit tables during dinner service to build relationships with guests</li><li>Ensure policies are upheld and report concerns to General Manager</li><li>Responsible for end of shift reports and closing the restaurant</li><li>Ability to work in unity with other members of the supervisory team</li></ul><h6> </h6><h2>Requirements</h2>Minimum of two years restaurant experienceExperience in the restaurant industry is helpful.Team player and positive attitude. <h2> </h2><h2>Next Steps</h2><ul><li>Submit a resume and cover letter</li><li>We will reach out to set up an in-person interview with our General Manager and Owners</li><li>We may ask for 1-2 references before a hiring decision is made</li></ul>

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Floor Manager

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. We are excited to hear from you! Below is a listing of all open positions at Cast Iron Chef. Click the link to apply to the position best suited to your level of experience.

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A proper cast iron seasoning protects the cookware from rusting, provides a non-stick surface for cooking, prevents food from interacting with the iron of the pan and enhances the flavor of the meat.

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Cast iron cookware has been used for over two thousand years and is valued for its durability, its ability to retain heat, and to maintain an evenly cooked item especially over uneven heat; thus improving the quality of the food.

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Attilio, the Cast Iron Chef, has spent over 14 years developing his recipes used with the cast iron pans and his reward has been the phenomenal accolades.

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Attilio, The Cast Iron Chef, has spent 24 years honing his culinary talents. In addition to creating new menu items, Attilio brings his passion for the American traditional menu of steaks. His specialty, the “Porterhouse for 2” with its delectable aroma permeating throughout the dining room, is a fan favorite. He brings consistency and excellence to every meal served. If you want to watch a chef prepare a sizzling steak in a cast iron skillet, visit us at The Cast Iron Chop House in New Haven, CT.You will witness chef Attilio Marini cook sizzling cuts of meat in a steaming skillet, creating his signature crusty on the outside, tender on the inside. Attilio’s signature dish is the 4-pound powerhouse porterhouse for two. He slices the meat from the bone then places it in a sizzling skillet along with potatoes, butter and roasted garlic. “I don’t like the taste of charbroiled meat,” he said of his unique cooking style. “I knew there had to be a better way to make a steak.” The skillet style of making steak is actually “an old way of cooking with a new twist,” according to Attilio. Cast iron cooking requires very hot ovens and stove tops. At The Cast Iron Chop House the steak dishes are delivered in the sizzling skillet to the patron’s table. The entire dining room is filled with the tastebud-exploding aroma. Ansonia resident Tom Purcell, who frequents the restaurant, enjoys the process. “It’s incredible the way they cut it,” he said. “When it arrives, you admire it for a bit before digging in. And the caramelized garlic, wow.” Recently he ordered a 2-pound ribeye steak with the bone in presented in cast iron. ﻿A wedding customer at The Cast Iron Chop House recently displayed two powerhouse porterhouses on each table for guests to photograph. “The presentation was amazing,” said the bride’s mother, Roberta Jurik. “It’s one of the best steaks in my life, and I don’t say that lightly. I’ve had steak at the best places in Manhattan. Every bite of Attilio’s steak is delicious.”

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Be careful as you grab your first slice, the pies are served in 500 degree cast iron pans keeping your pie hot until the very last slice. Unlike traditional pies, our skillets create a crispy crust allowing for little to no flop on even the most topping heavy pies.

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Combining simple, local, and fresh ingredients while using cast iron skillets, Chef Attilio Marini has re-energized this old-school style of cooking. Crispy thin cast iron pies, savory appetizers, and sizzling housemade desserts are just a few of the offerings at the Cast Iron Kitchen & Bar.

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Chef Attilio Marini is bringing his passion for Cast Iron Cooking to the town of Seymour, CT. We created a bar style pie that is super thin crust, crispy and stays hot. Our pie is served in a 500 degree skillet, where you can hear the sizzle from across the dining room.

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We've been in New Haven with our current establishment for 6 years. Our journey began with my grandmother opening Marisa’s Restaurant in Bridgeport, CT in 1988. After outgrowing our roots in Bridgeport, we moved Marisa’s to Trumbull, CT for 21 years, opening in March of 1997. After many years, my father, Chef Attilio Marini, took over the family business and opened Cast Iron Chef Chophouse in New Haven Ct, where we've been blessed to be for 6 years now. Chef Attilio is a self-taught amazing chef who has perfected his craft through the years by simple trial and error. From reading in magazines to watching cooking shows, he has taken everything he has seen and read and applied it to his own unique technique. Chef Atillio has two daughters, Jeanette and Lauren Marini. Being the eldest daughter of an amazing chef, I often found myself working in the family business and wanted to share all the amazing food that I grew up on with people like you! We thought it was about time that we brought the magic of cast iron cooking right to you! Our food will be cooked and served fresh for you right in your backyard. No warmers, no pre-cooked food, just whole natural ingredients, lots of love and passion, and hot cast iron skillets.

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Cast Iron Chef Catering brings three generations of culinary expertise to your backyard, offering the unique magic of cast iron cooking with fresh, whole natural ingredients, love, and passion, ensuring each dish is cooked and served on-site for an unforgettable dining experience.

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