Adorable, crafty cafe with an interesting menu full of delicious options. Upon entering, the person behind the counter gave us a tour of the menu and suggested some of their favorite lunch items. I was impressed by the decor and the rainy umbrellas coming from the ceiling. The chicken, pesto, mozzarella, roasted pepper sandwich was excellent. The tuna, corn, romaine, tomato sandwich was not quite as good, but still had a good flavor profile. Everyone was very friendly. We enjoyed our time here! read more

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I love this place! They are super good with gluten allergies and making sandwiches that taste amazing even without the gluten! The lunch options are probably my favorite but somehow the simple egg sausage and cheese breakfast sandwich has become a staple of mine. The coffee is great not too acidic! The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is the days they are closed! The amount of times I've tried to go on a Sunday or Monday and forgotten they were closed is too many and a bit disappointing when I'm craving it! read more

I decided to sample a local eatery on my drive back from a car dealership in Wallingford to my home base in New Haven. A quick search on Yelp for eateries revealed The Eatery. Aptly named. I walked in and ordered the #5 Cyprus Garden, which is grilled eggplant and zucchini, roasted red pepper, chickpea smash, goat cheese, on ciabatta. I did the 50/50 combo (half sandwich, half soup) with a white bean and kale soup. I dined in. The staff were very friendly, and the food was decent. The soup came out a bit lukewarm. The sandwich was tasty (especially the goat cheese) but perhaps a bit undersalted for my taste. Unfortunately, my iced coffee required me reminding them twice. However, the food was fine and it was comfortable place to sit after eating and work off my laptop. The ambience was exactly what I was looking for. read more

What an amazing find! I had the Savannah from the breakfast menu with home fries and eggs and it was great. They customize anything which I appreciated. I forgot the name of the person who served us but she was welcoming and the service was great. It was all worth my 35 minute drive to meet a friend. read more

I went here with a friend on Saturday afternoon due to other Yelp reviews of this restaurant. I ordered the Matador and my friend ordered the pear and Brie grilled cheese sandwich. I stole a bite of my friend's sandwich and it was delicious! As for my sandwich, the ciabatta was a bit hard but the roast beef was super cold. It was still very tasty, but I wished they toasted the entire sandwich so that the roast beef is either hot or room temperature. The restaurant itself is very cute. I loved the menu board they have with the reclaimed wood. I will definitely be back, but maybe for a different sandwich! read more

I was shocked to see I hadn't reviewed the Eatery yet because it is my favorite lunch spot in town! 1. Kid friendly! My almost 2 yr old son loves everything he's eaten there (especially a nice cut up mesa verde) but they do have a children's menu & they have a little puzzle to entertain. The decorative lights are super cool to look at too. 2. Food is out of this world! There are so many great options & also breakfast, GF & Vegan accommodations. My favorites are the Cypress garden & the Alex quinoa bowl. The donuts are also the best I've ever had (& I don't even like donuts) 3. Friendliest staff! They are so nice & will try to help you find the perfect meal for you! read more

Finding this wonderful place was like taking a walk on a beach and suddenly finding a colorful shell that you just have to put in your pocket and take home because it's so special. My wife and I tried The Eatery for the first time yesterday and were both blown away by the sandwiches, service and atmosphere. This is a little gem that just serves up great tasting sandwiches and salads in a clean and friendly place. The flavors incorporated in the food perfectly blend together. The menu is ample and varied. Every item looks so inviting. The staff was very friendly and helpful, as well. The atmosphere was peaceful and friendly. We enjoyed our lunch so much that we drove there again today (from Cheshire). This is our new go-to restaurant for lunch. Give it a try. I think you'll agree that the food, service and atmosphere are great. A nice little gem! read more

We ordered the chicken Caesar salads, buffalo chicken wrap, chicken Caesar wrap and the grilled cheese! They were outstanding! So FRESH and tasty! We also loved the environment friendly boxes! We will definitely be back! A must try! read more

Since I drive for work I'm always in towns around Connecticut with a little knowledge of the local food scene. Most times I rely on yelp to find new places. I've been to this place several times now and it's worth a style if you're looking for a great, healthy, thoughtful restaurant. For the most part ingredients are locally sourced and the menu is very thoughtful. I recommend this to anyone who is going to be in Wallingford Connecticut. read more

Delicious food. They try and get locally sourced ingredients. There's always great specials on the menu. It is a bit pricey and you're better off ordering ahead unless you plan to sit down for a bit! read more

Best egg wraps in town. Seriously. And really delicious coffee. (Also next to a Pokestop.) read more

Great menu selection and cute/inviting interior. I don't eat meat and I have allergies to soy wheat and dairy and I have not had a sandwich since I discovered those allergies because no place really offers good options. The eatery offers grilled vegetable sandwiches and has gluten free bread wraps. I really appreciate that they cater towards all dietary needs. Thank you! read more

I love the eatery! I have never been disappointed with an order from here! No matter how busy they are, they still get your order out in a timely fashion which I appreciate. The food is amazing with seasonal specials that never disappoint!! My favorite part is the selection of sides they offer. Buffalo pasta salad is amazing and my favorite side:) read more

Update: the eatery now delivers with Uber eats. Worth every penny. I won't complain about not being open on weekends anymore best mid-workday lunch everrrrr (the BCB!!!) read more

Great sandwiches, salads, coffee and other snacks. I am soooo glad a cafe like this opened up in Wallingford, it is exactly what we needed. I highly recommend the Mesa Verde wrap, grilled. Yummmmm! Keep up the good work, guys! I can't wait until you expand into the other room and offer seating! read more

There's a lot of great things about this new cafe in Wallingford. I can tell you that Wallingford has a myriad of restaurants, cafes, bars, and pizza places, especially downtown, so it's hard to rise about the rest, especially when it comes to bringing something new to the table. The Eatery, however, does just that. The Food: Fantastic, everything is fresh, and all natural ingredients are used for everything from soups, salads, subs, or even their fresh bakery items. The food portions are average, but filling, especially when coupled with a drink or soup on the side. They have a constantly evolving menu, and consistently offer different lunch take-out specials, dinners, and more. The best way to keep up is by liking their Facebook page. The Setting: The staff are all very friendly, and you feel like family when talking to them. The layout is extremely unique, combining an industrial and yet natural look. They have recently added a few tables and seating, so you're now able to relax, and maybe read some magazines while you eat. It's a comfortable place to eat, although most people take-out. Overall, a great new place in Wallingford, and a unique addition to it's places to go! read more

Most unique and delicious menu items. Every type of coffee sweetener and creamer available imaginable except for the fake stuff. Delicious pastries. Coffeehouse music vibes. Beautifully framed charts and lettering. I can't believe this place is in Wallingford and not Brooklyn or something chic and hipster like that. I love this place. read more

Not great, not awful. A little hipster and pricey, but without the astute foodie aspects or handmade elements that I'm happy to pay extra for in a standard hipster menu. Staff was very nice. Food: Sandwiches were good, something I might make while camping with what I could find in Stop and Shop. Ham sandwich was generous with the meat, but I was let down by the benign slaw and standard mustard. No unique additions, no zing or no tartness to slaw, it played super safe. All this would take to elevate is one innovative ingredient: add locally harvested juniper berries to the slaw, or a sharp stinky local cheese. ---Ciabatta rolls weren't as bakery fresh as I would like. Buffalo chicken bacon sandwich had a good thick and flavorful bacon, but overall it was another safe and benign combo . Standard supermarket wing sauce (Tabasco? Frank's?) , standard squarely cut chunks of white meat chicken. Nothing is being innovated upon, nothing is being added to the conversation here. For example, they could slow roast dark meat chicken thighs in a house made seasoning rub and shred the meat, or if that's too time consuming they could make their own buffalo sauce. Prices: sandwiches were $8-$10 and a bit small for that price, coming with no sides. They sell bags of chips, but psychologically I feel they would do better to add a few chips to the sandwich plates just to fill it out and make people "feel" they are getting a bit more for the price point. Decor/ setting : Cute country barn wood chalkboard Etsy 2013 decor, across from a 1650s historic cemetery, and in a little downtown area with some promise. As a complete aside, and this in no way affects my review of the space..... I was Offended by the Christian biblical religious materials everywhere, bible verses painted on the beams, sayings in framed prints, bible verse on the bulletin board in back. It made me feel very unwelcome and I rushed through my meal. I consulted with my dining companion about his eating experience to make sure that I don't prejudice this review based on that. He agreed with the points in my review and the rating. read more

One of my new favorite places ever!! The food is fresh and outstanding, the staff is kind and helpful and the decor is very cool. It's like you have stepped into another town than Wallingford. I wish there were more places like this. The Vito panini is my favorite and I love their specials as well!! If you are looking for a good lunch spot, this is it!! Amazing! Also make sure to get a punch card! read more

Love this place! Sandwiches are delicious and unique - salads are really good too if you're looking for a healthier option. Staff has always been friendly. Try the Eatery and you won't be disappointed! read more

I LOVE this place! It's right around the corner from my workplace, the decor is great, and the food is amazing. The staff is also friendly and personable, and they make you feel welcome. My favorite thing about this place was the hot mulled cider, which they have unfortunately stopped selling. I would love to get my hands on the recipe, because it was the best cider I've ever had in my life! All that being said, pick anything...you really can't go wrong here. And if you don't like something, you can customize it! I always tweak a salad choice they have so I can pick and choose what I want. read more

Delicious and healthy lunch! A cute spot to grab lunch. Lots of healthy, flavorful options! My salad was fresh and full of avocado. The service was also excellent! The staff was friendly and very accommodating, even when my children kept changing their minds. I highly recommend this place for a healthy and affordable lunch. read more

I have been here a lot and I love the atmosphere and service I am just not that impressed by the food for the price

This is probably the best place in the area where you can eat delicious, not pricey food. Great service, very pretty interior, free parking!

Finally got to try this spot out for lunch and I was not disappointed! The food is fresh and they have a selection of drinks that are different than most other sandwich shops. The spot is small but cozy and the decor is warm and inviting. The staff was friendly and helpful and could tell my sister and I had never been before so they gave us a run down of the menu. There are a lot of options for meat eaters and vegetarians so it's a great spot for breakfast or lunch for anyone that enjoys fresh made to order food. I had the Alexandria salad and my sister had the on special strawberry walnut salad. We both enjoyed our meals and hope to visit again soon! read more

The Eatery - Alexandria salad - Cafes Near Me - Wallingford, Connecticut

We ordered boxed lunches for an office event and they were absolutely wonderful! We chose grilled chicken with maple aioli and ham with swiss cheese sandwiches. The boxes were nicely put together and beautiful. Everyone thought they were delicious. Highly recommended! read more

Excellent food and service. Very accommodating if wanting to make special requests. Very pleased to see they had gluten free choices. Staff was very welcoming and invited us back. If I lived local, I'd definitely make it a weekly stop. read more

Their sandwhich combinations are a delightful balance of flavors. Their soups are almost as good as my own. The carrot and ginger soup is my favorarite. It has a intense sweet flavor. Their breads come from New York it just adds that taste. I go for lunch at least once a week. I would have to say the the only thing that needs improve is the customer service. That is my biggest pet peeve when I dine out is the poor oder taking skill. Here one of the woman has no clue on how it works, I had to asked for something that ordered eveytime I have been there. It's nice to have family help out my assumption that she is family why else would they keep her around. the food has keep me coming back so far but the service has to change to keep coming back. read more

The Eatery - The Mesa Verde - Cafes Near Me - Wallingford, Connecticut

Great place to hang out for a bite to eat with a friend or two. The seating is definitely better for individuals or groups of two or three. The menu options are fantastic and I love the fact that they are more than willing to accommodate to special diets or alter ingredients simply for preference. I have to also HIGHLY recommend the Masella catering that is offered here. I had them cater for my wedding last year and it was a true pleasure working with them in picking out the dishes. They were very flexible and understanding about making changes to the menu selection. (Because they order a lot of their produce locally, I do strongly advise, out of courtesy, that any changes to a menu selection is mentioned at the very latest one week before the scheduled delivery.) The food was perfect and multiple guests came to me during and after the wedding, commenting how much they had enjoyed the meal. read more

I spend way too much money here!!! Such a local gem. The menu is delicious. I've yet to try anything sub par. Pricier than the typical deli but you're certainly getting quality every time. They have breakfast wraps and also very good soups. The buffalo chicken soup is my fav! Check facebook for their specials each day. read more

So this is definitely one of my favorite places in Wallingford I've worked in the town for the last 7 years been going here the last 3. EVERYTHING IS GOOD. The soups change almost daily I would say and are always very home made tasting like something your mother would make. But the wraps are what I just can't resist there breakfast wrap the 7am is to die for and for lunch you can't go wrong with the fisherman which is the tuna with grilled corn and bacon... just try it. Will change your life , thank me later! ‍ read more

The Eatery was a great find for me! Stopping through the neighborhood, I was trying to find a spot that wasn't a fast food joint to grab a bite. When you walk in, you're immediately greeted by fresh delicious smells. I got the Nutella sandwich as a treat. Toasted, it was a huge mess of deliciousness. Absolutely will go back for something more savory. read more

Came here for the first time today after driving by it a bajillion times. Wanted brunch, which they have all day long. Got a basic bacon egg and cheese and side of home fries. A little disappointed the bacon was like the microwave kind and not the indulgent thick cut. They have free cups of water which you can help yourself to which is nice so you don't have to get a bottled beverage. You order at the table either to go or stay. You find your own seat but they do bring the food to you and check in. Smaller place of six 2-person tables and one bigger circle table. Was definitely a fight for a seat on Saturday morning but I saw the staff look out for a couple waiting for a table and protect from newer arrivals. Speaking of the staff, they were all really helpful and attentive. Coffee was great. I would give it a 4.5 if I could but the bacon really threw me. Gotta have good bacon. I'll be back to try the quinoa bowls and for more coffee!! Update...staff contacted me and explained the bacon situation. Went back to try their REAL bacon egg and cheese and it was delicious. Nice thick cut bacon like I'd expected. Will definitely be back! read more

I absolutely LOVE this restaurant! The staff is friendly, the foo is great, and the environment makes for a relaxing and inspiring place to unwind and enjoy a meal! If you stop in be sure not to leave without trying one of the glazed donuts, they are out of this world! Favorite sandwich: The Messa Verde!! read more

We needed a place like this in Wallingford and it is a welcome addition. All of the sandwiches are a home run. Don't miss any of the specials either- the shoshito pepper melt? To die for. They also have a kid's menu that is perfect for unadventurous eaters. read more

Stopped in for lunch and I immediately fell in love! The place is so quaint. Very rustic I would say. Seating is limited, but we found a table with ease. As the lunch rush came in, it filled up quickly. Food was really good and fresh! Decent price for what you get. Will definitely be coming back! read more

Eatery has been very consistent..and has found a following. I was excited for them to see large groups of people coming in at 11am, when I thought i was sneaking in before the rush! My go-to is the buffalo chicken on ciabatta with a foxon birch beer. Perfection. read more

The Eatery - Now serving breakfast..9am m-s - Cafes Near Me - Wallingford, Connecticut

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The food is delicious and fresh. I enjoyed the cozy atmosphere. The owners and staff are very friendly, warm and kind. A great spot for yummy food and fellowship! read more

Excellent gluten free wrap!! They are careful with cross contamination.This place is really nice. Great sandwiches.

Decent cozy place to stop by for lunch. Got the grilled cheese (nothing fancy) and my mom got the 1/2 The vito and a soup (chicken and dumpling) combo. soup came out in a huge bowl and was pretty yummy although the dumplings were a little doughy. Nice service staff. read more

The Eatery - Grilled cheese - Cafes Near Me - Wallingford, Connecticut

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