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Harlan Social - Permanently Closed

2.5

600 Reviews

$31 to $50

Gastro Pub

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Critically acclaimed New York City chef Stephen Lewandowski opens his innovative new restaurant, Harlan Social. Based on the gastropub concept, Harlan Social will combine the convivial atmosphere of a traditional neighborhood pub with a menu of fresh, creative contemporary fare.

Chef Lewandowski"s cuisine will celebrate the regional food of America's Northeast with flavors from his travels around the world. Harlan Social is a place where guests can enjoy a refined culinary experience in a relaxed neighborhood meeting place.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, Contemporary American, American
Hours of operation
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 4:00pm Brunch: Saturday - Sunday: 11:00am - 4:00pm Dinner: Sunday - Monday: 5:30pm - 9:00pm Dinner: Tuesday - Wednesday: 5:30pm-10:00pm Dinner: Thursday - Saturday: 5:30pm-11:00pm
Phone number
(203) 883-8000
Website
http://www.harlansocial.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Stephen Lewandowski
Catering
Harlan Social can cater to any type of event. Our private party menus can be found on Harlan Social"s website under catering and events.

Location
121 Towne Street, Stamford, CT 06902
Neighborhood
Stamford
Cross street
Canal Street
Parking details
There is a large amount of surface parking available. Covered off-street parking is located inside the 121 Towne parking garage
Public transit
By Train: Stamford Metro-North<br />By Bus: CT Transit stop at Market & Canal Street<br />By Downtown Trolley: Stops at our restaurant
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 600 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

2.5

2.5 based on recent ratings

2.5Food
2.3Service
2.4Ambience
2.2Value

Noise • Moderate

579 Reviews

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Brock
Washington DC
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience1
I made a reservation for 12pm and when I arrived the restaurant was closed for the day. I received no notification from the restaurant or OpenTable. Very unprofessional and caused me inconvenience.
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Samantha
New York Area
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience1
When we arrived THE RESTAURANT WAS CLOSED, regardless of having made the reservation through OpenTable. I don't know whose error this was, but it was extremely embarrassing showing up with clients to a closed restaurant!
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MildredH
New York Area
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience1
The reservation was made for Fathers Day. We live in westchester county so not a neighborhood jaunt. We arrived to a sign that states the restaurant was closed. A call should have been made or a reservation not taken
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Gilthos
Philadelphia
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience1
We arrived for our scheduled reservation and discovered a note on the door. It stated that they would not be open today. We were not the only people surprised at this. There were around a dozen people, all with reservations, that were stunned. As we left to find another restaurant, other groups were heading to the door then leaving. They need to notify people when they decide to close!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience1
We made a Rez for Father’s Day and we arrived to find a sign on the door that they were closed for the day. Disappointed.
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Carlos
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience1
The restaurant wasn't even open! It was father’s day! There was a note on the window saying it was closed. Dozens of people came up to the door with reservations and turned away in disgust. Many of them with their dad’s and families. I talked to one couple who said this had happened to them before at this restaurant. Go somewhere else!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 15, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience1
I was able to make a reservation at this restaurant and traveled two hours to meet family only to arrive and see that the restaurant was closed for the day. Completely inexcusable!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 13, 2019
overall4food4service3ambience4
Didn’t dine since they were closed! Reservation was accepted well in advance, but I never heard from the restaurant that they had a planed out-of-office day.
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Kristina
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
1.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience1
Went to the restaurant for my reservations and it was closed. No notice and wasn’t fun not having somewhere meet my friend.
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AndrewC
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience1
Made a reservation on open table and when we showed up it was closed.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s always great there. Love the food and the staff.
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Lazer
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were a party of 5. Our server was super nice and the food and drinks were all good. I would definitely go back.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 17, 2019
overall4food4service3ambience5
The food is fantastic but the service is a very slow.
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EdKiv
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 12, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The experience was outstanding. Food was very tasty and service was very good.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 12, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
Very accommodating service, open fun atmosphere, casual dining. Brunch Menu is a bit limited.
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mimi
New York Area
72 reviews
vip
5.0
72 reviews
Dined on May 11, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything so good. Server attentive and so nice. One issue: Salad VERY salty. Odd!
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grandma
New York Area
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on May 3, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
Trendy place, excellent service, good food but pretty noisy.. will come again
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OpenTable Diner
Adelaide
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 2, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful dining experience. Great food, friendly accommodating server and fun atmosphere. Great night!
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Chambew
Philadelphia
18 reviews
vip
2.0
18 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2019
overall2food2service2ambience3
So disappointing. The host staff was welcoming and accommodating with our request for a booth and the restaurant looked lovely. Sadly, our server was pretty terrible with three requests for lemon for the water starting things off. Other requests had a delayed or no response until requested again. It wasn’t that busy. She wasn’t stretched across tables. My husband’s French toast came out stone cold and was delivered back just about as we finished. It was his birthday. On that note the nice host staff said they’d do something nice for his birthday. Nope. Kia didn’t provide, do or say anything. We paid our check and left. UPDATE: restaurant just called me and apologized and sought to understand what happened. Now that is what we expect from Harlan Social. Greatly appreciate their ownership and hospitality. Thank you Harlan Social. We will give it another shot.
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JeffS
New York Area
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
quiet table... food was good.... service was timely and well done
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 11, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience3
Competent food. Some above average. Good drinks and atmosphere.
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MeganR
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food as absolutely delicious! The home made ricotta platter was to die for. Service as great as well. Will definitely be back!
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Pleased2share
Houston
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on March 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our fifth visit to Harlan Social. Excellent, as have been the other visits. What you read on the menu is what you get, and you don't have to worry about having to listen to/endure an unending list of specials.
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Higgy
Naples
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
I was there on a Wednesday night and the noise was minimal. Food fabulous. Couldn't ask for a better server than Kia.
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Olivia
New York Area
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2019
overall2food4service3ambience3
Awful margaritas. Bottomless brunch is basically juice with a splash of champagne. Host wouldn’t uncross her arms. Will not go back.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 17, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience2
The space was cold. The service was tepid and the food wasn’t tasty. They could use a good manager on site I will not return
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Grapes
New York Area
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2019
overall3food4service2ambience3
Food generally good, but service generally lackluster. Fortunately it is a mellow atmosphere on weekend afternoons if you are looking for a good place to catch up with friends.
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Fridin
New York Area
52 reviews
vip
4.0
52 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2019
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food is always really great. Live music was unexpected and really pleasant. Service lacked a little this time, but it is normally really good.
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Bill
New York Area
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great spot for lunch. Excellent food and very nice service. Will come back some evening to check out the bar!
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patriceh
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 3, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We (a bunch of girlfriends) had a long fantastic brunch with a great waiter...
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 24, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
The chicken and waffles were great. All the food was fresh and presented very nicely. Great experience. The wait staff was friendly and prompt.
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momajedi
New York Area
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great for a casual Sunday brunch. Bottomless Mimosas and Bellinis were a hit. Our party liked the Sausage and Biscuits, Avocado Toast, Omelet and Quinoa Sautee. Will definitely go back.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 23, 2019
overall2food3service1ambience4
Not a good- dining experience was extremely rushed, not by one but by two servers. Overall experience was equivalent to what you’d expert to receive at a Chillis. Never coming back to this place again
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vanessa
New York Area
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
Good brunch menu and drink options. Would go back.
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Krys
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2019
overall3food1service5ambience5
I would recommend for the drinks and atmosphere, but not the food.
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Josh
New York Area
53 reviews
vip
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience4
delicious food, good appetizers, mussels very tasty as was beet salad, scallops and duck break perfectly cooked and tasted great. service was a bit spotty and it is very open so when it is busy, got hard to chat, try to get the booths
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AnitaM
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 10, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
We enjoyed the service, food , and ambience and were able to enjoy dining in a private quiet area as we had hoped for; this was our second time and we will definitely return soon;
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MichaelF
Greater Boston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 6, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience and food. Would certainly recommend to friends and colleagues.
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Goodfd
New York Area
8 reviews
vip
1.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2019
overall1food1service2ambience2
The first thing you notice arriving at this restaurant is the noise level, you can hardly speak without screaming, snd that would be tolerable if the food and service were exquisite. But sadly this is not the case. I ordered a hamburger cook medium, but when the hamburger arrived it was cold and tasteless, and I had the sane complaint from my nephew, as well as my niece who ordered an strip Steak.
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RobL
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The value dip is due to cost for the portion size. I realize you are paying top dollar for the space but a few extra ravioli are not going to impact the ability pay the monthly bills. And the space is really loud. Any type of fabric on the walls or ceiling would help, a lot! It is also very inexpensive.
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Harlan Social - Permanently Closed is rated 2.5 stars by 600 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

121 Towne Street, Stamford, CT 06902

Additional information

Cross street
Canal Street
Neighborhood
Stamford
Hours of operation
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 4:00pm Brunch: Saturday - Sunday: 11:00am - 4:00pm Dinner: Sunday - Monday: 5:30pm - 9:00pm Dinner: Tuesday - Wednesday: 5:30pm-10:00pm Dinner: Thursday - Saturday: 5:30pm-11:00pm
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, Contemporary American, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
There is a large amount of surface parking available. Covered off-street parking is located inside the 121 Towne parking garage
Public transit
By Train: Stamford Metro-NorthBy Bus: CT Transit stop at Market & Canal StreetBy Downtown Trolley: Stops at our restaurant
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
Executive chef
Stephen Lewandowski
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.harlansocial.com/
Phone number
(203) 883-8000
Catering
Harlan Social can cater to any type of event. Our private party menus can be found on Harlan Social"s website under catering and events.