The Wharf-Madison Beach Hotel

Name: The Wharf-Madison Beach Hotel
Address: 94 West Wharf Road, Madison, CT, United States, 06443
Telephone: (203) 350-0014
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (1998)

$31 to $50

American

94 West Wharf Road, Madison, CT 06443

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2 people

Jun 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 54 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

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

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
American, Contemporary American, Shellfish
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%3D/
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

Grassy Strip Concert Porch Dining - Best View.
$150.00 per party
Prepaid
Jun 26, 2025 only
Premium seating for the Grassy Strip Music Series. Seating is on the porch (railing side) overlooking the Grassy Strip and concert. No Obstructions. $150 non-refundable deposit is required for these tables. Best View. This deposit will be applied as a credit to your final food and beverage check for the evening. Tables are available beginning at 7 p.m. Concerts Start at 7:30 p.m. These tables accommodate 2 - 4 guests.
Grassy Strip Porch Dining - Against French Doors
$100.00 per party
Prepaid
Jun 26, 2025 only
Outdoor Seating for the Grassy Strip Music Series. Seating is on the porch, against the French doors. $100 non-refundable deposit is required for these tables. This deposit will be applied as a credit to your final food and beverage check for the evening. Tables are available beginning at 7 p.m. Concerts Start at 7:30 p.m. These tables only accommodate up to two guests.
Grassy Strip Concert Porch Dining - Best View.
$150.00 per party
Prepaid
Jul 10, 2025 - Aug 28, 2025
Premium seating for the Grassy Strip Music Series - July 10 - August 28. Seating is on the porch (railing side) overlooking the Grassy Strip and concert. No Obstructions. $150 non-refundable deposit is required for these tables. Best View. This deposit will be applied as a credit to your final food and beverage check for the evening. Tables are available beginning at 7 p.m. Concerts Start at 7:30 p.m. These tables accommodate 2 - 4 guests.

Popular dishes

MEDITERRANEAN PLATTER$19.00
hummus, olives, feta, pickled vegetables, pita
STEAMED MUSSELS$24.00
white wine, garlic, fennel, confit tomatoes, house made focaccia
TART FLAMBE FLATBREAD$20.00
creme fraiche, caramelized onion, bacon, gruyere, scallions
ARTISANAL CHARCUTERIE BOARD$34.00
Cato Corner Farm cheeses, local and imported meats

SOUP

SOUP DU JOUR$8.00
- Cup$8.00
- Bowl$10.00
NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER$9.00
- Cup$9.00
- Bowl$12.00

SALADS

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

WATERMELON, ARUGULA AND FETA$18.00
mint lime vinaigrette, pistachio dukkah
GRAIN BOWL$21.00
grain tabouleh, chickpea, avocado, kale, radish, herbs, tahini dressing
CAESAR$17.00
garlic croutons, shaved parmesan, white anchovies, Caesar dressing
SUMMER COBB$21.00
mixed greens, cucumber tomatoes, roasted corn, pepitas, hardboiled egg, bacon, blue cheese crumbles, house dressing

HAND-HELDS

HOT LOBSTER ROLL$42.00
5oz poached, drawn butter, brioche
CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH$18.00
smoked bacon, lettuce, croissant
BLACKENED SALMON SANDWICH$24.00
lemon aioli, pickled red onion, lettuce, brioche bun
WHARF BURGER*$22.00
Pleasant View Farms CT angus burger, lettuce, heirloom tomato, aged cheddar, preserve lemon rosemary aioli, brioche bun

LAND AND SEA

HANGER STEAK FRITES$34.00
truffle fries, chimichurri
CRABCAKE$27.00
heirloom tomatoes, baby watercress, remoulade
MBH FISH AND CHIPS$24.00
lightly battered cod, tartar sauce, lemon

What 1,998 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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.6Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Connecticut
Great for scenic views
New Haven
Great for brunch
New Haven
Great for outdoor dining
New Haven
Romantic
New Haven
Great for scenic views
New Haven
American
New Haven
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

"The Wharf-Madison Beach Hotel" delights with "wonderful food" and "terrific service" in a "beautiful setting." Guests enjoy "spectacular views" of Long Island Sound, with highlights including "delicious desserts" and "excellent service." Whether dining indoors or on the patio, the "scenic water views" and "relaxing atmosphere" ensure a memorable experience.

1,998 Reviews

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Julia
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I enjoyed this brunch but do like it downstairs better thank you!
The Wharf-Madison Beach HotelResponded on May 15, 2025
Thank you for joining us for brunch! We’re glad you enjoyed your meal. We understand the downstairs atmosphere has its own special charm, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience soon.
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Newell
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic buffet. The variety and quality of offerings was an interesting experience for my wife and I. The presentation along with the pleasant and personable staff made the day most enjoyable.
The Wharf-Madison Beach HotelResponded on May 15, 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you and your wife enjoyed our buffet, from the variety of dishes to the warm service. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable experience.
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William VIP
New York City26 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Mothers Day brunch was very nice with a buffet with various items including prime rib, shrimp, clam chowder, mac n cheese, cod, omelet station, ham, salad and many other items and a pastry dessert table. Excellent variety but also costly.
The Wharf-Madison Beach HotelResponded on May 15, 2025
Thank you for joining us for Mother’s Day brunch! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the wide variety of offerings, from the prime rib to the dessert table. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back for another special occasion.
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Barbara VIP
Greater Boston28 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
We have been going to the Madison Beach Hotel Restaurant for many years as the food is always very good and the setting lovely. Last evening the time between seating and the main course was more than an hour. Complicating the wait was a noise level that made it difficult to carry on a normal conversation. Our waiter was very nice but apparently could not hurry the course along.
The Wharf-Madison Beach HotelResponded on May 15, 2025
Thank you for being a loyal guest over the years. We’re truly sorry that your recent visit didn’t reflect the experience you’ve come to expect from us. While we’re glad to hear your server made you feel welcome, we regret the delay and noise that impacted your evening. We appreciate your feedback and will work to make sure your next visit is a much more relaxing one.
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Wayne VIP
New York City11 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was exceptional. Relaxing atmosphere. Great location overlooking Long Island sound
The Wharf-Madison Beach HotelResponded on May 15, 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted you enjoyed the exceptional service, relaxing atmosphere, and beautiful views. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Debra VIP
New York City7 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
We had reservations, brought us to our table wasn't ready had to stand there like an idiot for a few minutes everyone in our party in the isle where our table was, everyone looking at us. Then seated us, we sat there for 10 minutes before coming to serve us our order for drinks. Two dinners were brought out and 15 mins later the other party members was brought out. This was very disappointing to the parking by valet. Door was not opened for me or my elderly mom. I've been here before was very slacking with detail. I was very upset.gave me a free drink for our time, which tasted awful took a sip out of it and left it. Very disappointing.
The Wharf-Madison Beach HotelResponded on May 15, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your recent experience. We sincerely apologize for the challenges you faced, from the delay in seating to the inconsistency in meal timing and the valet service. This is not the level of hospitality we strive to provide, and we’re truly sorry for any frustration this caused you and your family. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us, and we will use it to improve our service moving forward. We hope you’ll consider giving us another opportunity to provide the exceptional experience you deserve. Thank you again for your candid feedback.
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Randall
Greater Boston22 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved everything about the place. We had a nice drinks at the bar followed by delicious dinner in the dining room. Our waiter was very cordial and established a nice rapport with us and then provided efficient service. The food was great and we enjoyed our time there.
The Wharf-Madison Beach HotelResponded on May 11, 2025
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're delighted that you enjoyed your evening, from the relaxing drinks at the bar to a memorable dinner in our dining room. It's great to hear that our team could provide you with attentive and friendly service, creating a welcoming atmosphere. We're thrilled that the food met your expectations, and we appreciate you choosing to spend your time with us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon for another exceptional visit.
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Harvey
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Let's start with Carmela, the hostess and person who took our reservation: wonderful! Carmela was very helpful and made our stay easy and a pleasure by finding us the perfect outdoor patio table. Then our server Martha was a great pleasure: happy, helpful, and attentive. Even the server assistant, Emilie, was a pleasure. All in all, a lovely, wonderful dinner overlooking Long Island Sound. Couldn't ask for more in a dinner experience!
The Wharf-Madison Beach HotelResponded on May 6, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled you had such a lovely evening. Carmela, Martha, and Emilie will be so happy to hear your praise. It means the world to us that you enjoyed your dinner and the beautiful view of Long Island Sound. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Tony VIP
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Great food and setting. Service was a bit slow, but that’s ok. More time to hang out.
The Wharf-Madison Beach HotelResponded on May 6, 2025
We’re so glad you enjoyed the food and setting—there’s nothing better than relaxing and soaking it all in. We appreciate your patience with the pace of service and are happy to hear it gave you more time to unwind. Hope to see you again soon!
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The Wharf is consistently very good. The view of Long Island sound and the Madison shore and small islands is beautiful. Menu seems updated and offers many excellent options. The food, drinks and service never disappoint. In summary, the the Wharf is much more than a great view. They do it right.
The Wharf-Madison Beach HotelResponded on May 4, 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're thrilled you continue to enjoy the food, drinks, service, and of course, the beautiful views of Long Island Sound. It’s wonderful to know that the updated menu and overall experience keep impressing. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to seeing you again soon!
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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 4.4 stars by 1998 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.