I was meeting up with a few friends I hadn't seen in what felt like forever, so I wanted to find a…read morespot that would make the occasion special. After doing a little research, I came across The Wheel, and it turned out to be an excellent choice. I made a reservation for Sunday brunch. Finding the entrance was a little confusing at first, and parking took a minute to figure out, but I eventually learned you can park for free at the Village next door, which made things much easier. Once I arrived, I was immediately greeted and shown to the outdoor seating area. Walking through the restaurant, I was impressed by how beautiful the property is. It is incredibly spacious, sits right on the water, and even has an additional outdoor area next door where you can relax away from the restaurant. The views alone make this place worth visiting. Our server, Freddy, was fantastic. He was friendly, personable, and knowledgeable. He took the time to explain the menu, answer questions, and offer recommendations, which made the experience even better. Now onto the food. To start, we shared the Breakfast Pizza, topped with smoked bacon, crispy potatoes, roasted garlic, mozzarella, two eggs, and fresh cracked black pepper. It was a fun twist on brunch and had great flavor. We also ordered the Shrimp and Grits, made with cheddar grits, wild caught shrimp, a poached egg, and chimichurri. Rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. The Crispy Chicken Sandwich looked outstanding. Made with organic Murray's chicken, hot honey, coleslaw, and dill pickles, it came with fries and disappeared quickly. For my entrée, I ordered the Steak and Eggs, featuring grilled hanger steak, two eggs, breakfast potatoes, and chimichurri. The steak had excellent flavor, although I ordered it medium and it came out closer to well done. It was my only real issue with the meal. We also tried a couple of cocktails. The Orange Crush was refreshing and perfect for brunch, while the bourbon, Aperol, peach, Earl Grey, and lemon cocktail was smooth, balanced, and equally enjoyable. Dessert was the perfect ending. The Take 5 Sundae with peanut butter crunch, pretzels, whipped cream, vanilla bean caramel, chocolate ice cream, and hot fudge was absolutely delicious. We also had the Tres Leches, topped with strawberries and vanilla whipped cream, which was light, moist, and a great way to finish the meal. Overall, everything we ordered was delicious. Aside from the slightly confusing entrance, parking, and my overcooked steak, the entire experience was outstanding. The waterfront setting, excellent service, beautiful atmosphere, and quality food make this one of the best brunch spots in Stamford. I will definitely be back. Next time I already have my eye on the Banana Buttermilk Bread, Village Breakfast, Braised Short Rib Hash, Wheel House Burger, Margherita Pizza, Smoked Salmon Pizza, and the Crispy Chicken Sandwich for myself. For drinks, I want to try the Charred Citrus, One in a Melon, and the Orange Crush. And I definitely need to save room for the Vanilla Bean Cheesecake.

Solid first visit to The Wheel!…read more Portion sizes were excellent for sharing, as we tried a variety of starters, seafood, and sides. Favorite dish selections per voting of the table, were the brussel sprouts (~$20), calamari (~$20), and NY strip (~$50) specifically because of the tallow fried rice that laid underneath the steak! Although we enjoyed the quality and quantity of food, the service was quite slow. Our waitstaff didn't come by very often to take drink orders, refill water glasses, or follow up. It didn't seem too busy that evening, so we were a bit surprised. We stayed in the dining room on this trip, but hope to come back for a nice evening when the outside patio area is available.

Bedford hall is always consistent!!!! From the food to the…read moredrinks to the service at the bar, Consistently great !! I have to do a SHOUT OUT to Steven!!!! Thank you!!!! I always look forward to an amazing experience here Tommy K

Updating my review since the new menu change. Came for brunch today and had such a great time. The…read morebuttermilk pancakes are top tier!! Definitely get this if you're in the mood for a sweet treat. They're also very filling -- only got through 1.5 pancakes. The chicken sando was also pleasantly surprising! We enjoyed everything about this brunch!

My husband and I stopped in for a nice meal while in downtown Stamford, and we were impressed!…read moreTruly a great place for a seafood lover. The lobster mac and cheese was delicious, and we liked how you could choose any cooking method, fish, sauce, and side to make your own meal. Our waitress was attentive and friendly, with everything coming out from the kitchen in timely manner. Loved the vibe as well!

I dined at F.I.S.H for a pre-birthday dinner after viewing their very elegant-looking website. It…read moreis located at the north end of Bedford Avenue alongside many other restaurants. The inside dining area is more upscale than their more casual outdoor seating area. Upon arrival, the hostess wished me "happy birthday," but that was the only mention of it for the remainder of my visit. The menu includes raw bar items, hot shellfish appetizers, salads, bowls and wraps. However, their main feature is the "Naked Fish." This allows you to choose the type of fish, its preparation, and an accompanying sauce. I chose the branzino, grilled, and with salsa verde. The presentation was absolutely beautiful! The sear on the fish skin was perfectly crisp, the julienned vegetables were well-seasoned, and the sauce had a nice spiciness. Paired with a crisp white wine, it was a delicious dinner! The service was "adequate." The staff who brought bread and my meal to the table were friendlier and more attentive than my server. Perhaps she had too many tables to attend to, but she never asked me how my meal was, and only inquired if I wanted another glass of wine when I was ready for the check. Overall, I was very happy with my meal. However, I expected a little more attentiveness from my server, and perhaps an offer of something special for my birthday.

We stopped by Flinders for happy hour, and it was one of those nights that reminds you why you love…read morefinding a great local spot. The atmosphere was lively and welcoming, everyone was friendly, and we even ended up making new friends. A special shout-out to Maggie, our bartender. She was warm, fun, attentive, and made the whole evening even better. And creates the BEST cocktails. The food was outstanding. The burger was cooked perfectly, the French fries were absolutely delicious, and the bao bun was fantastic. Honestly, everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Great food, great service, great people, and a fun vibe. We'll definitely be back. Highly recommend!

I took a 2 hour train from Brooklyn to Connecticut for lunch and I'd absolutely do it all over…read moreagain! From the moment we walked in, the hospitality from the staff,and chef made us feel right at home. We started drinks with a Strawberry Cosmo and a Paloma Spritz. Both refreshing and dangerously strong in the best way possible. For apps we came for the Crispy Duck on Sushi Rice, and as someone who usually scared to eat duck, this completely changed my mind. The duck was unbelievably crispy, similar to crispy prosciutto, and paired perfectly with their special sauce. We also had to do the Crab Cake was another standout, especially with the house-made Green Goddess dressing. The chef even came out to explain how he prepares the sauce, which made the experience feel much more special. For the entrees, we ordered the Linguine Fra Diavolo, loaded with perfectly cooked shrimp and the perfect amount of spice, alongside the Steak & Chips finished with a truffle vinaigrette. Somehow, every single dish just kept getting better. And because we clearly hadn't eaten enough, we had to try the Bacon Mac & Cheese Balls with smoked tomato sauce. I honestly could've eaten an entire plate of those. To end our meal, the chef surprised us with his Duck Egg Brownie, and it was one of the softest, fudgiest brownies I've ever had. A 2 hour train ride sounds crazy... but Flinders Lane made it absolutely worth the trip. I can't wait to come back to try the kangaroo!

We came here last week for our end of summer Amtrak trip. I love this place! The staff was…read morevery attentive and friendly. I'm a big guy and when sat down, at least 3 people asked if I was ok and if I wanted to sit somewhere else. I was fine and we enjoyed the place. The entire is nice. Very clean with a very chilled atmosphere. A typical diner type ambiance. The food was very good! My son and his mom only ordered fries and they both could have eaten one order together because the servings were huge! You definitely get your money's worth! They then ordered one of their famous milkshakes and they didn't disappoint! They were loaded! We ate the ice cream and took the cakes and donuts home with us! I love this place and the next time we're in Stamford we will be back!

Most of the time, these "viral" restaurants don't live up to the hype. Well, this place is the…read moreexception because Elm Street Diner absolutely did! Between the heaping portions of delicious food, amazing service, and cleanliness, my admittedly very nitpicky family left without a single complaint!

We came here with our family for our grandson's high school graduation dinner. Our kids and…read moregrandson live in Chappaqua. A charming and romantic setting. We had the private dining room because we were a party of 10. Very nice menu and an excellent wine list but on the pricey side. Started with crispy Calamari with a lemon caper tartar and a crispy artichoke with lemon aioli, Friese, peppers, and pecorino cheese. Both were very good. For mains. my wife ordered the scallops with mushrooms and asparagus risotto. She truly enjoyed it. I opted for the herb crusted lamb loin since I am a rack of lamb lover. It came with farro and sautéed spinach. Unfortunately I was disappointed. Others in the group raved about the pork chop. For dessert, we tried the chocolate mousse, chocolate ganache and chocolate cookie crumble. Much denser than a regular mouse, very good. Also the brown butter creme Brule. Almost as good as my mine which I got the recipe from a family friend Paul Bocuse.

We sat at the bar last Friday night. The restaurant was empty, and the bar is beautiful and this…read moreservers bartenders were very sweet and made a very good drink. We started out with the bar on salad. We sat at the bar last Friday night. The restaurant was empty, and the bar is beautiful and this servers bartenders were very sweet and made a very good drink. We started out with the bar on salad.

Jimmy and Mackenzie made our friends birthday so special. the service was amazing and we had so…read moremuch fun. the upstairs area is so nice and everyone was so friendly. will definitely be back for great food, service and music.

The hostess and waitstaff were all very friendly. Our waiter was especially patient with us. I was…read morecatching up with a friend I hadn't seen in a long time, so we got a little carried away talking and had to ask him to come back a couple of times before we were ready to order. He was totally nice about it and didn't rush us at all. Brunch done right at Sign of the Whale in Stamford We started with crispy Brussels sprouts and fresh tuna poké. The poké is a generous portion, so do yourself a favor and ask for more wonton chips. There's a small charge of $1. Well worth more chips to scoop the rest of the tuna, avocado, and cucumber marinated in teriyaki. We paired the starters with two peach bellinis and later tried a festive green mimosa created just for the Stamford St. Patrick's Day parade. The main event was a classic eggs Benedict done right--perfectly poached eggs over a thick, smoky slice of Canadian bacon, served with roasted potatoes drizzled with chipotle mayo, plus just a little fresh fruit on the side. Street parking can be a little challenging in the area because of the nearby offices and residential high-rises. However, there's a free underground parking garage literally around the corner from the restaurant, which makes things much easier. Parking ended up not being an issue at all.

Would give it a 2.5. The food is fine. It's never great, and I've never been wowed. The shrimp…read moremaren is good as well as the chicken sandwich but, still not worth going back for. The staff is always very friendly and attentive. Classic white tablecloth restaurant with a decent amount of seating.

This is where everyone in Stamford should eat! Great menu…read moreincluding specials - service par excellence! Manny is a wonderful chef. Comfortable interior with quiet ambiance. We will be back!!

Great drinks and bites to pick on. We love the bartender David - great customer service!read more

If you come here because it's the longest happy hour in town 4-8, get ready to be staring out an…read moreempty glass for at least 3/4th of that... absolute abysmal service during the happy hour, only checked on 1 time to put in my initial order... I'm still sitting here wondering if my server walked out on the job? 2 hours in only checked on once. The food was very standard, oysters and Brussels sprouts were good. Pizza reminded me of my middle school lunch and the fish tacos tasted... fishy. Sad hour, not happy hour this go around

Excellent food and very nice atmosphere. Members events are a lot of fun and a nice way to make…read morenew friends.

Beautiful place , stunning outdoor view of the marina …read more They also have great outdoors seating , unfortunately it was raining the entire time we were there so we couldn't enjoy the outdoors . Staff is friendly . Would love to go back and try the food .