The Wharf-Madison Beach Hotel

4.7

1907 Reviews

$31 to $50

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2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining

Year-round dining overlooking the Long Island Sound. Outdoor dining available year-round. Full-Bar Service. Progressive American Cuisine.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Unspecified
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(203) 350-0014
Website
http://thewharfmadison.com?y_source=1_MjY1ODkzOTQtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Peter Hamil
Private party facilities
Our new Crow's Next Lounge is available for private events. This space is located in the rear of the restaurant.

Location
94 West Wharf Road, Madison, CT 06443
Neighborhood
Madison
Cross street
West Wharf Road and Parker Ave
Parking details
Limited Street Parking. Complimentary Valet Parking.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Brunch By the Beach - A la Carte
Multiple dates available
Enjoy Brunch by the Beach overlooking the Long Island Sound. A la carte Brunch - offering our regular menu plus classic and innovative brunch specialties All menu items are a la carte.
New Year's Day Brunch Buffet
Jan 1, 2025 only
Kick-start 2025 with Brunch by the Beach. Enjoy your favorites - including omelet stations, carving stations, salads, desserts and more. Inside and outside covered porch seating available. Porch seating is heated.
Ring in the New Year - Live Music 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Dec 31, 2024 only
Enjoy a festive New Year's Eve dining experience featuring live music with Charles Fanghella playing all your American Songbook Standards, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. The dinner menu will feature specially curated menu specials. The Wharf Bar will be open until midnight.

Popular dishes

Oysters*$4.00
cocktail sauce, mignonette, lemon wedge
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail (3)$15.00
lemon, cocktail sauce
Lobster Poutine$34.00
steak fries, cheese curds, vanilla lobster gravy
Roasted Brussels Sprouts$15.00
bacon fig balsamic glaze, chimichurri sauce
Oyster Caviar (4)*$30.00
apple mignonette, ossetra caviar, crème fraiche
Spicy Harissa Tomato and Goat Cheese$12.00
buttered toast points, basil oil
Artisanal Charcuterie Board$32.00
Cato Corner Farm cheeses, imported meats, grilled crostini, traditional accompaniments
Mussels$22.00
white wine garlic, house made focaccia
MBH Tuna Tartare*$25.00
tuna sashimi, english cucumbers, avocado, siracha aioli, sesame seeds, kettle chips

Soup

Soup du Jour$7.00
- Cup$7.00
- Bowl$9.00
New England Clam Chowder$9.00
- Cup$9.00
- Bowl$11.00

Salads

Enhancements - grilled chicken $8, shrimp $15, salmon $14, lobster $35

Burrata$18.00
red leaf greens, shaved fennel, english cucumber, heirloom tomatoes, pesto, cider vinaigrette
Caesar Salad$17.00
garlic croutons, shaved parmesan, white anchovies, caesar dressing
Warm Raspberry Brie In Phyllo$19.00
mixed greens, tart apples, red onion, cilantro dressing
Beet and Fig$18.00
spinach, arugula, feta, spiced pecans, buttermilk ranch
Fall Cobb$22.00
field greens, butternut squash, pepitas, hard boiled egg, avocado, bacon, blue cheese crumbles, maple vinaigrette

Land and Sea

Veal Marsala$32.00
spiced fall squash, polenta cake, pistachio gremolata
Duck a l'Orange$34.00
crispy duck breast, shaved brussels, parsnip puree, orange gastrique
Mediterranean Salmon$34.00
herb israeli cous cous, artichoke puree, relish of olives, tomato, artichoke hearts, garlic
Lemon Grilled Swordfish$38.00
papas bravas, wilted kale, pecan butter sauce
Shortrib Bolognese$28.00
pappardelle pasta, crushed tomatoes, whipped ricotta, aged parmigiano, pine nuts
Fish and Chips$24.00
lightly battered cod, tartar sauce, lemon
Seared Scallop$38.00
squash risotto, porcini dust, chives, crème fraiche
Vegetable Fried Rice$23.00
bok choy, ginger soy emulsion
14oz NY Strip$42.00
garlic potato puree, asparagus, roasted wild mushrooms, thyme au jus
Short Ribs$33.00
roasted root vegetables, red wine sauce
Fall Burrata Ravioli$26.00
butternut squash puree, diced butternut, brown butter powder, sage breadcrumbs

Hand-Helds

Hot Lobster Roll$40.00
5oz poached, brioche
Crispy Chicken Sandwich$18.00
honey barbecue aioli, bread & butter pickles, lettuce, toasted brioche bun
Eggplant Flatbread$19.00
fresh mozzarella, whipped lemon ricotta, fresh basil, black garlic olive oil
Wharf Burger*$20.00
cheddar cheese, caramelized onion, applewood smoked bacon, bread & butter pickles, lettuce, chipotle sauce, toasted brioche bun

What 1,907 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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New Haven
Best Ambiance
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Healthy
New Haven
Great for outdoor dining
New Haven
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Wharf at Madison Beach Hotel offers breathtaking views and a "beautiful dining experience" by the water. Guests rave about the "delicious food," with standout dishes like tuna tartare and lobster rolls. The service is often praised as "outstanding," though some mention occasional slow service. A perfect spot for special occasions and summer dining.

1,907 Reviews

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deb
Greater Boston
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Restaurant was very busy . Took awhile to get a cocktail and dinner which was awful .The fish and chips were cold and soggy . Asked for a replacement. Ordered a lobster roll which arrived a half hour later . Meanwhile my dinner partner burger was dry and tasteless even with all the additional toppings. Once lobster roll finally came I asked them to just put it in a container to go . We were done with this lack luster dining event . Should have gone to Cristy's ..
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Audrey
Charleston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful views to the sound. Clam chowder is delicious. Local Noank oysters- perfection! Nice to get a bread basket with the meal. Outstanding service.
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Craig
VIP
New York City
66 reviews
5.0
66 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Wharf Restaurant at the Madison Beach Hotel is always a pleasant and consistent place to dine and the service (Dayna) always professional and attentive.
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Donna
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Had Christmas Eve dinner. Steamed mussels, shrimp cocktail, steak, scallops and duck all were well prepared and nicely presented. Crème brûlée was the best I have ever had and I order it frequently. It was such a lovely experience! Staff was smiling, food was delicious, gorgeous sunset. Booked it on a whim and it turned out to be a very special evening.
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John
VIP
New York City
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. My wife ordered scallops and thought they were the best she ever had. Charming restaurant in a beautiful setting.
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Joan
VIP
Los Angeles
60 reviews
5.0
60 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our 40th wedding anniversary and everyone, from our greeter/hostess to every single, server wished us a happy anniversary and went out of their way to make our celebration dinner extra special. Special nod to Drew! Thx!!
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Mario J
New York City
77 reviews
5.0
77 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great servers. Excellent location, hidden gem.
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Christine
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love this resturant year-round! Never disappoints! We have several servers who are outstanding but Kevin is our favorite. Always welcoming & knowledgeable about the menu. And we enjoy his interaction with us and his humor. The menu is perfect & changes with the seasons. The chef is very consistent. The dishes are always on point. The atmosphere in the dining area is comfortable, and the deck is outstanding in the summer with the sunsets. The bar is large and the bartenders are very friendly. It’s a full bar and I’m sure they can make any drink you would desire. Love that it’s so close to my home. I try not to go too much!
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Preston
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New York City
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, gorgeous space, and lively but kind serving staff. Highly recommended!
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Nicolette
Greater Boston
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Overall great dinner with the exception of the table full of very loud cackling women.
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FAQs

The Wharf-Madison Beach Hotel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 350-0014.

The Wharf-Madison Beach Hotel is rated 4.7 stars by 1907 OpenTable diners.