"Gold’s is equidistant from I-95 and Merritt Parkway, so it’s a short detour no matter which way your phone’s GPS has you driving through the Connecticut coast. Call ahead to order a super sandwich that’s filled with corned beef, pastrami, swiss cheese, and coleslaw, served with a container of creamy russian dressing and a perfectly tart pickle. When you arrive to pick it up, stock up on road snacks like chips, cookies, and more." - anne cruz, carlo mantuano