The Eatery continues to be a staple for a delicious and filling take-out lunch during the work…read moreweek. I love all of the unique flavors and fresh options!

(Last visited January 10, 2025.) I've been coming to The Eatery in Wallingford for safe-to-say,…read moreyears. A few of my foodie friends put me on game regarding this place that's about a 25-minute drive for me, but always so worth it. Here's why I love it so much! Atmosphere/Appearance: Set in the center of Wallingford a little off of the main drag of Center Street is this humble gem. You can park on the street for free if there's space or in the plaza parking lot right up the block from them. Once in the door you're welcomed by several smiling faces and that makes ALL THE DIFFERENCE! This place is predominately made for takeout. There are no physical tables, but you certainly can pop a squat on the benches near the back of the restaurant if you'd like. Service: There isn't necessarily table service since all you do is order at the counter and wait until your name is called, but the people there are so sweet, soft and will just make your day! They're also full of personality and their social media posts are super funny. Lol. Food: I've had several things from their menu here including the Backyard BBQ Sandwich, Savannah Wrap, Vegan BBQ Mac & Jack Bowl, The Hungry Slope, BCB, Roast Beef and more! These are some of the highest quality, made-with-love sandwiches, tastiest, creative sandwiches around! I just love how every several months they change the menu up introducing new flavors for the season so you never know what you're gonna get! Of course the favorites stay on the menu! Value: These sandwiches aren't cheap, but you have to pay for quality. Expect to spend between $11.00 and $15.00 here for a good meal. Then add on whatever else for drinks or sides, but it's worth it. In conclusion, I love this place, I just wish they were closer AND that they were opened on weekends, but they keep the hours tight to allow their employees to have lives. I give them even more respect for that! Check this place out soon!

Upon arrival, the Bees Knees Bistro is cozy inside. Our server was attentive and all the staff…read moreseemed pleasant and helpful. Onto the drinks and food which were so delicious and truly enjoyable. I got the Beachy Bee Iced Latte special, which is a honey vanilla latte with a coconut cold foam and toasted coconut on top (simply divine)! My fiancé got the cappuccino which was made just to his liking, and he's a coffee connoisseur. For food, I had the Bumble, which I highly recommend, with scrambled eggs, subbed with the gluten free sourdough bread (+$2 up-charge) and cheddar instead of American cheese. It's served all day and had so much flavor with that garlic butter, and the seasoned steak. Yum! If you are gluten free like me, you will appreciate that they have the gluten free sourdough bread or a gluten free wrap to substitute with. My partner had the Basic Bee with bacon and thought it was flavorful with light and fluffy scrambled eggs that complimented the bacon well. Overall, I would really recommend this place if you're looking for a breakfast or lunch in Wallingford!

I normally try to give places the benefit of the doubt, but our experience at The Bees Knees Bistro…read morein Wallingford was honestly very disappointing and upsetting. My family and I arrived while it was raining outside with our young daughters in strollers, expecting to sit down for a meal and get out of the weather. Instead, we were told we could not come in with the strollers and essentially felt unwelcome the moment we walked through the door. As parents of babies who are still too young to sit safely in high chairs on their own, the strollers are not optional for us , they are necessary. We were not being disruptive, rude, or inconsiderate. We were simply trying to have a meal as a family. Rather than attempting to accommodate us or show any understanding, we were left feeling like having children made us an inconvenience. What made the situation even worse was the fact that it was pouring outside. Any level of kindness or flexibility would have gone a long way. Instead, we felt embarrassed, frustrated, and honestly shocked by the lack of compassion and customer service. Families with young children already face enough challenges going out in public, and experiences like this make it even harder. We ended up leaving and taking our business somewhere else that was far more welcoming and understanding toward families. It is disappointing because we were genuinely looking forward to trying this restaurant, but first impressions matter. A restaurant does not need to be "kid-centered" to still treat parents and babies with basic respect and decency. I completely understand that restaurants may have space limitations or policies, but there is a respectful and compassionate way to handle situations like this. Instead, the experience came across as cold and dismissive. There are many restaurants in the area that are happy to accommodate families, and moving forward those are the businesses I will continue to support. Unfortunately, after this experience, I will not be returning and would not recommend this restaurant to families with infants or children who still require strollers or extra accommodations. I wont be going back and giving them .you business, nor will I be recommending this place to anyone. Totally rude and discrimination towards those with babies. I did not feel cherished like their website says every guest is. Its sad because this will and im sure does effect their business. I will never give them my business after yesterday. No attempts at accommodating us or evening offering to let us sit outside, lazy staff, but yet there were 3 teenage girls taking names for the wait list. What a joke.

Pretty good salad. Takeout wasn't an option at this location so ordered Uber eat and paid about $12…read moreper salad. Did build your own. The lettuce mix had cabbage which my partner is not a fan of. Sesame ginger dressing was yummy they were out of candied walnuts and sub out almonds. Overall a healthy meal choice.

The salad was delicious with a large amount of toppings to choose from. Except the grilled chicken…read more It was rubbery strips of chicken that were chewy and didn't feel or taste like real chicken, I took it all off my salad and threw it away. I would be willing to go back and try a different protein

We to get an alternative meal late night. I got to try the chicken and steak combo. It was amazing…read morelike cooked fresh great taste of teriyaki. Not to filling but just enough to enjoy all of it. If you haven't tried this it is a must try. I got there late so it was a little dark inside and definitely felt cold. Probably they were getting ready to close but I can this place being packed for lunch. They are open late so it makes it nice get there and eat after work. Will need to try the shrimp bowl next time, can't wait.

Food was good. We ordered 2 chicken veggies bowls but we had to wait a longtime because there was…read moreonly one worker taking orders and cooking. Very clean inside. Also, I've gone to this location 2 other times when it said they were open, but were closed.

What a great spot near the town green and The Greenery built us two amazing salads. The owner and…read morestaff were so kind and gave our lil pup a water dish and a treat as we sat outside. Such a clean establishment and quaintly decorated.

Beginning 2026 today with a simple but delish Romaine Salad with ehh, crisp veggies walnuts &…read moregrated cheese & my fav Lemon & French dressings so just had a small plate as keeping over New Year's Day as snow coating expected later tonight. Sometimes simple can be tastier IMHO as Romaine especially crisp & tasty. So glad I got to wish staff "HAPPY NEW YEAR" this way. Grateful to have the Greenery in Guilford. Ms. Lonnie S.

I've been here 3 or 4 times now. EXCELLENT. there is lots of taste going on in this food. I keep…read moregetting the bowls. You get a bowl with a nice yellow rice, tasty hummus spread on the bottom, meat full of marinade, and various additions you throw on. The dressings are great. Sweet and tangy. I miss the raisins option for toppings though!

Very good falafel bowl made to order, with very fresh falafel. Friendly staff and lots of fresh foodread more

Who doesn't serve breakfast all day? I thought breakfast was by far the most profitable meal of…read morethe day and hence restaurants would never NOT serve breakfast. No matter, we were there before 11AM so we were served breakfast. The server we had was excellent she was a former employee of the Coffee Break which was the old restaurant in this location. The place is LOUD. The decor is new and refreshed. There is NO WHEEL CHAIR ACCESS (which surprised me as they just renovated the place. One would think the Town of Clinton would have required it.) I had the Breakfast Wrap with sausage and american cheese. It was good and filling. $7.00 (in May 2026) My companion had the Quinoa Omelette pictured 1/2 eaten ($14.75 in May 2026) which was good. The home fries had a little too much salt but were otherwise excellent. Personally when there is salt actually on the table, I always wonder why the cook just lightly dusts with salt as I can add more. We also ordered a fresh fruit cup which had grapes purple and green, strawberries, and a few hard pieces of honey dew melon. $6.50 (May 2026) In May 2026 the hours are 0700-1430 MON - SAT 0700-1200 SUN ****WARNING**** They stop servicing breakfast items at 11AM They do take credit cards BUT... They used to take it right at the table now, they don't which means you wait to pay. Bad move on the owner's part. There is plenty of free parking. I imagine there will be waits once the summer season gets going so plan to wait (maybe on the weekends)?

Superior food, amazing atmosphere!! Absolutely loved this find. Everything was excellent and…read moreservice was fab!

This very best at salads and soups whenever you find yourself in the Mystic area do stop and try…read morethem out you won't regret it really good company service for beginners in ordering salads and really good soups as well the ambience is nice and cozy.

A great place for a salad meal. Wonderful owner, and you get to pick from a large number of…read moresalad add-ons which get mixed up and chopped up too if that's how you like it! Love this place !!