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The Wharf, Main Dining Room, overlooking the Sound - The Wharf-Madison Beach Hotel, Madison, CT

The Wharf-Madison Beach Hotel

4.5
4.5
1946 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
94 West Wharf Road, Madison, CT 06443

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • 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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Shellfish
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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.
  • 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

  • Mother's Day Grand Brunch Buffet

    $60.00 - $129.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 11, 2025 only
    All you care to eat menu featuring Raw Bar with Shrimp Cocktail, Little Neck Clams, Oysters on the 1/2 shell, Made-to-order Omelet Station, Carving Station Roasted Prime Rib and Honey Glazed Ham, options include Cinnamon French Toast, Assorted Salads, Tomato Soup and New England Chowder, Grazing Table with Cheese, Antipasto, Seasonal Fruit, Gravlax, Hot Station to include Cod, Chicken, Mac & Cheese, abundant Dessert Station including tiramisu, strawberry shortcake, flourless chocolate cake and more! Adults $129, Children 3 - 10 $60, Under 3 Free. Pricing is exclusive of gratuity and tax. For Full Menu www.thewharfmadison.com. Please be certain to use the Add-on feature to secure space for the children younger than 3 years in your reservation. This event will take place in our Ballroom on the 2nd floor. The Buffets will be located on the same level as the seating - on the 2nd floor. Elevator access is available for the 2nd floor.
    Mother's Day Grand Brunch Buffet Photo
  • 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.
    Brunch By the Beach - A la Carte Photo

Offers

  • Captain's Cellar - up to 50% off Select Wines

    Apr 9, 2025 - May 21, 2025
    Wed - 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Join us on Wednesdays for a limited time and enjoy select wines up to 50% off. April 9 - May 21. Wednesdays Only. Valid on select wines only.

    Captain's Cellar - up to 50% off Select Wines Photo

What 1,946 people are saying

The Wharf-Madison Beach Hotel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Connecticut

    Great for scenic views

  • New Haven

    Great for outdoor dining

  • New Haven

    Romantic

  • New Haven

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Wharf-Madison Beach Hotel offers "phenomenal food" with "beautiful views" of Long Island Sound, making it a go-to spot for many. Guests frequently mention the "attentive and friendly" service, especially praising servers like Drew and Kevin. While some have experienced slower service, the "gorgeous space" and "delicious" dishes consistently impress, ensuring a memorable dining experience.

1,946 Reviews
  1. Bernadette VIP

    San Francisco19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We were rushed with our meal especially at the beginning of the meal. Staff was very nice and helpful.
    The Wharf-Madison Beach HotelResponded today
    Thank you for dining with us and for your kind words about our staff — we’re glad to hear they made a positive impression. We're sorry to hear you felt rushed at the beginning of your meal. While we do our best to ensure all guests feel comfortable and unhurried, we truly appreciate the feedback and will share it with the team to help improve the experience. We're glad you stayed and enjoyed your time with us, and we hope to welcome you back soon!

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  2. Dr Joanne VIP

    New York City39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was wonderful and the staff was friendly and kind.
    The Wharf-Madison Beach HotelResponded today
    Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad you enjoyed the food and felt well cared for by our team. It means a lot to hear such kind words, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  3. Paula

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this restaurant, but holidays are overbooked and waits are long even with reservations.
    The Wharf-Madison Beach HotelResponded today
    I love this restaurant, but holidays are overbooked, and waits are long even with reservations.

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  4. Cindi VIP

    New York City22 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious Easter prix fixe menu today. Food always good other than a few minor things. Kitchen was slower than usual but gave us time to digest the 4 courses. First course choices a bit disappointing but the rest amazing. Duck mousse pate, Rack of lamb, chocolate flourless cake up to par. Service was decent considering it was a holiday. Always recommend this spot with amazing food and a view to die for.
    The Wharf-Madison Beach HotelResponded today
    Thank you for joining us for Easter and for your thoughtful review. We're happy to hear you enjoyed the overall meal — especially the rack of lamb, duck mousse pâté, and flourless chocolate cake. We appreciate your understanding with the pacing on a busy holiday and your honest feedback on the first course options. It means a great deal to have your continued recommendation, and we look forward to welcoming you back to enjoy the food and beautiful view again soon!

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  5. Morgan

    New York City1 review

    1.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Our experience at The Wharf at The Madison Beach Hitel started off by filling a reservation for my family 2 and a half hours late. We then sat at a table and were not served anything but dinner rolls for another hour. The food portions were small, especially for the price, the child’s plates were larger portions. Our bill was incorrect and required us to wait for a manager. Our total time spent at the establishment was approximately 5 hours, for a planned brunch, with 3 children under the age of 8. With an additional 378$ in services attached after the prepayment for the reservation, only to leave in search of food because of the small portions paired with time spent waiting to be seated for hours. Our experience was less than satisfactory, disappointed would best describe our situation.
    The Wharf-Madison Beach HotelResponded today
    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience fell short of expectations and that is not the standard we strive to provide for our guests. We regret the delays and billing issues and appreciate you bringing them to our attention. Your comments about service and portion sizes have been shared with our team as we continue to improve. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a better experience.

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  6. Doug

    Toronto1 review

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    we sat at end table for 2 on wall around side of bar cold when people going in and out to porch continuously had management staff standing in front of us figuring out setting and whatever else great waitress kim
    The Wharf-Madison Beach HotelResponded today
    We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We're sorry to hear that your seating location and the surrounding activity impacted your visit — that’s certainly not the atmosphere we aim to provide. Your comments will be shared with our team so we can continue to improve. We're so glad to hear Kim made a positive impression; we’ll be sure she hears your kind words. We hope to have the chance to welcome you back for a more relaxing and enjoyable meal.

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  7. Charles VIP

    New York City58 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    The valet parking was convenient, the views were beautiful, and the patio ambiance was a standout. Unfortunately, the service was disappointing. We saw our server only twice—once to drop off the menus and again with the check. No check-in on our appetizers, no follow-up on drinks, and our food took exactly an hour to arrive. Meanwhile, tables around us were being served promptly. It felt like our order was either lost in the kitchen or never sent in. And after all that, the burger and chicken sandwich were just average.
    The Wharf-Madison Beach HotelResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your experience with us. I’m glad to hear you enjoyed the valet service, views, and patio ambiance. However, I sincerely apologize for the service and food delays you experienced. This is certainly not the level of service we strive to provide, and I’ve shared your feedback with our team to ensure improvements. We appreciate your visit and hope to have the opportunity to provide a better experience next time.

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  8. Ellie

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the best time at the wharf restaurant! We sat on the patio and had great views of the water and even better service! Drew was the best waiter!!

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  9. tee

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The waiter gave me the check before I was done and then he scooped my dessert from the take home bag and the presentation was terrible. He placed the ice cream and the crumbled bread pudding in front of me. I found it rude, but I still left a decent tip.

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  10. GaryH

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent restaurant with an incredible view of Long Island Sound. Always an interesting and delicious selection of Entres with several being quite unique. Cheerful and atmosphere with friendly and attentive staff!

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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 4.5 stars by 1946 OpenTable diners.

The Wharf-Madison Beach Hotel does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Wharf-Madison Beach Hotel

94 West Wharf Road, Madison, CT 06443

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    West Wharf Road and Parker Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Madison
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Shellfish
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Limited Street Parking. Complimentary Valet Parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Peter Hamil
  • 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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