Was here to meet my daughter for Sunday brunch @ 11 am. The restaurant was about 25% occupied and the bar was empty. Once we were seated the waiter arrived asking about drinks which we declined in favor of bottled water, i ordered coffee as well and was offered 1 whole cup. Nobody came around for refill the rest of the meal We each ordered an appetizer and a main, both of our mains featuring 2sunny side up. 15 -20 minutes later BOTH entrees and my appetizer arrive WTF? After that our server just seemed to disappear. My daughter had hangar steak & eggs. I had the pork carnitas and eggs. Both our order's eggs were ordered sunny side up. Typically it's the yolks that are runny but both of our orders had runny whites as well. All this time we waited on the other appetizer to arrive. For a place that was not very busy the service was galactically awful. The food was passable but not great. The banana bread appetizer arrived as the busboy came to take our entree dishes. And that was after 2 reminders to our waiter (both appetizers were taken to go). Whoever is running this place (nobody game by asking how our meal was) should be embarrassed. When i spoke with our waiter about the abysmal service he passed it off on the busboy! There is no sense of teamwork nor pride in doing a good job. Sad. read more

I went to The Wheel for brunch for the first time and had such a lovely time. The menu was great. My table shared the breakfast pizza, the smoked salmon pizza, and the oysters. All three were fantastic. The breakfast pizza had us craving more, and the oysters were fresh, delicious, and delicately shucked. I tried the chilaquiles and the short rib hash. The chilaquiles were very good, despite being a bit different from the red-sauce version I'm used to. But omg, the short rib hash was SO GOOD. This is an absolute killer dish. I've never been a huge fan of hollandaise sauce, but they put it on the side for me, and honestly, it blended extremely well with the flavors of the hash. The "5 O'Clock Somewhere" cocktail is refreshing and gave me a very light buzz that paired well with the delicious options we ordered. The staff is friendly and very attentive, and the spot itself is very clean, spacious, and stunning. I would definitely visit this spot again. read more

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Nakor, our waiter, made our experience at The Wheel terrible. I ordered a steak that was cooked incorrectly. When I politely pointed it out, Nakor argued with us and said "it looks fine to me" instead of fixing it. No apology. Just attitude. I also ordered a side of fries and I watched them sit there at the counter while he hung out in the back. I asked if those are our fries and he said "yup" and walked away without bringing the fries. They were cold when he finally did. When I asked another waitress for his name, he immediately came over and aggressively inserted himself into the conversation asking "why?" I then asked to speak to a manager. Nakor stood there with his arms crossed and dapped up another worker as if to say, "we don't care." It felt completely unprofessional and disrespectful. Mistakes happen. Arguing with guests, refusing to fix food, and behaving that way in front of a family is unacceptable. We won't be back. read more

I've been to The Wheel at the Village a handful of times now, and it's honestly become one of my go-to spots. The whole "industrial chic" vibe usually feels a bit overdone, but they nailed it here--especially with the waterfront location. During the day, the floor-to-ceiling windows let in so much natural light, but if you go for dinner, the candles and chandeliers make the whole place feel really warm and intimate. The food is consistently great. I've tried pretty much everything on the menu at this point, and I haven't been disappointed yet. You can tell they're serious about using fresh, local ingredients (I heard they source from over 40 local farmers and fishermen), and it shows in the quality. My favorite part is the open kitchen. They have this massive hearth oven right in the center where they roast all the meats and veggies. If you're a pizza person, their Neapolitan-style pies out of that oven are a must-try. Everything always comes out looking beautiful, and the service has been excellent every time I've visited. Definitely worth a visit if you're looking for a solid New American spot with a view. read more

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Great experience. Incredible service and the food is amazing. We were a big group from work but we enjoyed it very much. I ordered the salmon, it was delicious. Thank you again for such an excellent experience! read more

The Wheel - New American Near Me - Stamford, Connecticut

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We came here for lunch and made a reservation maybe 20 min before we got there. This place was gorgeous! If it was warmer I'd ask to sit outside because it's right on the water. We ordered blood orange margaritas to start along with the whipped ricotta hot honey bread which was delicious. For lunch, I ordered the wheelhouse burger medium which was cooked perfectly, and subbed out regular fries for truffle fries - which was the correct choice! For dessert I got the chocolate cake which was very decadent but not too sweet. Overall wonderful experience and service & they allow dogs because we saw some people bring their furry friends with them! read more

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Nice brunch location. Good food and staff. Very clean place. Wil is a great manager! Very accommodating. Outside deck is a nice option if the weather is good. read more

The food was ok, too overpriced for the quality. There were some mistakes in the service. Beautiful restaurant though. My favorite was the fig and beet salad. read more

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We went to The Wheel in Stamford, CT for New Year's with my fiancée, my cousin, and his girlfriend, and it was an awesome night. The food was excellent across the board--everything that hit the table felt thoughtfully made and plated. We ordered the pizza, a shrimp tempura roll, and the wild oyster mushroom dish, and every single item was a hit. The mushrooms were especially memorable--great texture, big flavor, and just something different in the best way. The pizza was also legit, and the sushi roll was fresh and satisfying. The vibe is what really ties it all together: great energy, cool décor, and a lively atmosphere that feels fun without being chaotic. It's also right on the water, and I can already tell this place must be amazing during the day with the view. Shoutout to the team too--friendly, attentive, and on top of everything, especially for a busy holiday night. We had an incredible time and will absolutely be back. read more

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I have become one of the most frequent customer at The Wheel and whenever someone is visiting me I end up bringing them to this place. It is not at the most visible location, but once there, you can find plenty of parking, either in the front or at the garage towards the left. This place has o e of the most gorgeous interior, a bit on the rustic side but very classy. There is both I door and outdoor seating and in the summer, as long as the lantern flies are not around, you can have the best experience sitting next to the river. They also have a small private room in case you have a party of 15-20 with glass windows all around. The food is consistently good, and their pizzas are phenomenal. Do not skip the desserts either. Simply love this place. read more

The Wheel - The little bird...not so little - New American Near Me - Stamford, Connecticut

Really good food, but took over an hour to get served the food we ordered. They were pretty on top of everything, more or less, wish they were a little more attentive for the price. Nice place and table area. read more

The Wheel - Desert menu - New American Near Me - Stamford, Connecticut

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Highly recommend The Wheel! The ambiance is super vibey, it's giving upscale date night energy without the outrageous price tag (which is always a win). Everything felt thoughtfully done from the service to the presentation of the food. The whipped eggplant is easily my favorite thing on the menu. Absolutely unreal. Creamy, flavorful, and honestly worth going back for alone. We indulged in the brick oven pizza as well. The Funghi was exceptional! Looking forward to going back again soon! read more

The Wheel - Funghi - New American Near Me - Stamford, Connecticut

What's not to love about a waterfront restaurant selling great pizza, pasta, and other specialties like braised short ribs? Although a little bit more on the pricier side, you're paying for excellent quality while being directly on a marina. No matter if you're seated inside or out, the entire team from front of house to the back is there to make your service as great as possible. My only note - if you're driving in, expect a difficult time to find parking. You'll need to find street availability, or go to the far back of the adjacent parking lot. Otherwise, sit back, relax, and enjoy a meal with friends or loved ones. read more

The Wheel - Short ribs - New American Near Me - Stamford, Connecticut

I went to The Wheel in Stamford with a few work friends and we had such a lovely dinner. We shared a variety of appetizers -- calamari, crab cakes, pizza, meatballs, and shrimp ceviche and brussel sprouts -- and everything was delicious. I tried the blood orange margarita and the pom pom with tito's, both were refreshing and well-balanced. For my main, I ordered the short rib, which was incredibly tender and flavorful. The creamy polenta that came with it paired perfectly with the meat. We finished with a trio of desserts -- the salted caramel chocolate cake, gelato, and tres leches cake -- and loved every bite. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the service was attentive without being rushed. We all left happy (and very full!). read more

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I came here for dinner, which took longer than expected, the time between appetizers, entrees, and dessert was quite long. For an appetizer, we ordered the margarita pizza, I would definitely order it again. It was cooked to perfection and had a great sauce. For entrees, we got the little bird and the 48-hour braised short rib. The short rib was our favorite. We also ordered the mushrooms, which were odd (I will put a picture)it wasn't a normal mushroom dish. For dessert, we ordered the Take 5 sundae, which had Take 5 candy on top with pretzels in the ice cream. The ambiance was great, right along the water. Just beware of the wait times! read more

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Loved my visit to The Wheel. The Korean rice bowl with extra tofu was so delicious, and the restaurant has a really nice, welcoming setting. Definitely a spot I'll be returning to. read more

The Wheel - Korean Rice Bowl - New American Near Me - Stamford, Connecticut

Came on a Thursday for lunch, a very work place during lunch time, but Hampton Water, was delicious, calamari very good and sandwiches nice!! Highly recommend read more

The Wheel - Hampton Water, Côtes de Provence, France, NV - New American Near Me - Stamford, Connecticut

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The Wheel was a solid four stars! We visited for the first time to celebrate my brother's 30th birthday. Though the weather kept us indoors, we really enjoyed the ambiance. That said, there was a slight outdoor smell near the entrance--not the restaurant's fault, just something we noticed. To start, we had the charred avocado, which is essentially guacamole with chips. It was tasty, though a bit oily for my preference. Next time, I'd love to try the whipped eggplant with pita--it looked delicious. For my entrée, I had the chopped salad with kale (no romaine) and added salmon, cooked medium. The toppings were mostly at the bottom, so I had to dig a bit. I wish there had been more sweet potato, and the pieces could've been larger for more flavor. The dried corn added a nice crunch. My dad let me try the marinated tomato in the simple greens salad, which was quite fresh and tasty. A few others in our group also got salads with salmon, and we all felt the salmon portions were on the small side. Mine was slightly pinker than expected, so I might order it medium well, but not a big issue. Dessert was a crowd-pleaser --a rich chocolate cake with salted caramel sauce, complete with a birthday candle for my brother. Overall, we had a pleasant meal, but I'm not sure I'd return soon. If we did, we'd likely try the whipped eggplant and maybe split some salads or pizzas. read more

The Wheel - Chopped Salad with salmon - New American Near Me - Stamford, Connecticut

What a great find. The restaurant had a great vibe and lots of energy. The service was excellent. And the menu is very diverse with lots of great choices from the causal pizza to excellent seafood dishes. And everything tasted amazing. It does get busy and it can take awhile for your food to come out but it's worth it. read more

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My wife and I came here for dinner after making a reservation, but the experience from the moment we arrived was underwhelming. We stood at the doorway for a good five minutes because there was no hostess at the desk and no staff acknowledged us as we waited. When a hostess finally appeared, she was dressed rather sloppily and didn't greet us -- she just grabbed menus and literally darted across the dining room in a zigzag pattern, about ten feet ahead of us. She never asked if we'd been there before or mentioned the note in our reservation. Once seated, our waiter walked up casually and said, "What kind of water do you want?" -- not exactly the warm, professional tone you expect when dining out. It took ten minutes to get water, and another ten for our drinks to arrive. For appetizers, we ordered the salmon crispy rice, tuna tartare, and beet salad. The salmon had that distinct "refrigerator taste" -- the kind that only happens when something's been sitting too long in a poorly maintained fridge. The tuna was basically diced chunks on top of mid-grade guacamole, and while the miso sauce added flavor, there was so much of it that it pooled at the bottom of the plate. The beet salad, however, was excellent -- well balanced and beautifully presented. Whoever made that dish clearly cared. For entrées, we had the 48-hour braised short rib and the New York strip. The so-called short rib was absolutely not short rib -- it was a hunk of chuck roast cut to resemble one. Anyone familiar with the difference would spot it immediately. My wife had never had braised short ribs before and, unfortunately, still hasn't. My NY strip was overcooked and tough, despite ordering it medium. We didn't complain, just finished our meal and asked for the check. The waiter seemed almost annoyed that we didn't want dessert and dropped the bill without much of a word. One odd thing worth mentioning: there's a giant mural of a cow on the wall, but from the right angle, it looks more like an evil clown -- something straight out of Spawn. It actually took me a minute to realize it was supposed to be a cow. All in all, the restaurant could have potential. The interior is modern and visually interesting for a Connecticut spot, but the service and food execution just don't match the atmosphere. After this visit, my wife and I agreed -- if we're going to spend money dining out in Fairfield County, there are only two places we'd consider. If you've read my reviews, you already know which two those are read more

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Delicious food and great service! Their outside patio is a great atmosphere. I had a hard time choosing an entree, but I loved the pork chop and wagyu meatballs. My boyfriend enjoyed the brisket. The salmon crispy rice was good, but the group consensus was that it was our least favorite item of everything we got. read more

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This is a fabulous place to dine. Luxurious setting, friendly and knowledgeable staff and the food and beverages are spot on delicious. I wish I took some photos. We were a party of six and started with shared apps. Margarita pizza, octopus (special) and Brussel sprouts. For dinner we had the sesame tuna, pork chop Milanese (special), halibut over clam chowder, lobster gnocchi, Korean rice bowl (swapped out tofu for salmon) and short ribs. Well .... Not one of us was disappointed with our choices. Oh and be sure to have the gelato. All were delicious but the salted caramel was sinfully good. read more

The host seated us outdoors in the heat although there was more than enough space indoors. After sweating a bit, a lovely server came and was able to seat us indoors without any hesitation. Besides that, the food was good and the servers were great. read more

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We went there for a bite to eat on a Sunday in the "brunch" timeframe. I got the smoked salmon on toast, two people got the hot chicken sandwich with French fries, and another got the French toast. The latter was extremely decadent and tasty. The chicken sandwiches were crispy and juicy and the fries were very good. My lox on toast was excellent with capers. Recommended for sure! read more

Really loves the setting. Host area was very friendly and accommodating. We were able to sit outside which was great. Our server was fine. It did take quite a while for our food to come out. But it was very good. The pizza and calamari were okay. The rest was very good and good size portions. We had to ask a few times for refills on our water. Our cocktails were good as well. We would come back. Maybe they were just short staffed. read more

The Wheel - New American Near Me - Stamford, Connecticut

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Easily one of the best pizzas I've ever had -- seriously... I recently visited The Village Wheel for a work dinner and I can't stop thinking about how incredible their pizza was. Without exaggeration, it was top 5 best pizzas I've ever had. The crust was perfectly crisp yet chewy, the sauce was bursting with flavor, and the toppings were so fresh and perfectly balanced. Every bite was absolute perfection and i have no shame when I say that I ate the entire thing by myself in one sitting. Haha The atmosphere at The Village Wheel is warm and inviting, making it a great spot for a casual meal or a special night out. The staff was super friendly and made the experience even better. If you're a pizza lover (or just someone who loves amazing food), you have to check this place out. I'm already looking forward to going back and trying more of their menu. Highly recommend! read more

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Where shall I began.. Ana the lovely hostess booked us a private area where we set up a lovely proposal surprise for my daughter. Yes she said YES!! Francesco the Manager was so accommodating when my husband and I arrived to set up. I couldn't have asked for a better experience for my daughter and her fiance. The food is amazing but the Staff is the real 5 star cuisine! lol This should be the top spot for wedding proposals check out the lovely waterfront romantic view in the private section of the restaurant.. My daughter and her Fiance were elated !!! read more

The Wheel - New American Near Me - Stamford, Connecticut

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Great atmosphere. Great food. Not just the typical brunch fare. Amazing Bloody Mary's. Check it out if you're in the area.

Tried The Wheel for dinner - a high-end restaurant with a very cozy and welcoming atmosphere. The service was excellent, making the whole experience even better. The food was really good: The meatballs were juicy, tender, and full of flavor. The Hitoshi I sushi was absolutely amazing - like a burst of joy in every bite. For the entrée, I had the Hiddenfjord Salmon grill , cooked medium rare. It was spot-on and simply awesome. Highly recommend if you're looking for a quality dining experience with great ambiance and top-tier food. read more

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Food is generally good, not great seating for an adult group of 5 adults, we were sat in an awkward table setting and we had made reservations. Service was great, well timed. read more

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Beautiful restaurant inside and out. Located right on the water in Stamford it offers the option of dining in or a la fresco under a string of lights. They do have live musical performances some nights, I went on a Saturday and it was calm- perfect for a date night! The staff was friendly and attentive. Their menu showcases a variety or dishes from seafood, sushi, burgers to pizza. The crab cakes, shrimp ceviche, salmon were delicious!!! Definitely recommend if you love seafood. The portions were just enough to leave you perfectly satisfied. I plan on coming back. read more

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All the food was good. Decent selection of craft beers. Good atmosphere, and able to sit inside or outside if the weather is nice. The guac dip with tuna was amazing read more

The Wheel - New American Near Me - Stamford, Connecticut

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First of all, The Wheel is a beautiful restaurant in a nice location next to the water. Next, the service was very slow. We waited a long time between visits to our table. We just got back from Europe where service is intentionally slow and this visit to The Wheel was even slower than that. Yes, I understand that the place might be understaffed. I hope this changes soon. In terms of the food, it was fine. The cocktail was nothing super special (I got the Snapple). It was good but nothing out of the ordinary. My partner enjoyed her beer. We ordered a chopped salad and a pizza. Both were fine. The salad was smaller than I thought, but I appreciated that it was light on the dressing and included grains, corn nuts, and squash. The pizza was good though a bit heavy on the sauce. Not sure that I would return because it's out of my way. If it were really good, I'd certainly make the effort. read more

First time here and wow the place is stunning! The inside, outside- just very very nice. We sat outside (note- at 5pm the sun is NOT shining in the back so that stinks, but not their fault lol) our waiter was very nice. We tried the shishito peppers app, lobster roll and Korean rice bowl. We both tried the mocktail Golden Age I think it was called- very tasty. Lobster roll was tender, lightly buttered and toasted roll just how I like it. Fries were yummy. My friend loved her Korean tofu bowl and she isn't even a vegetarian. Overall it was a very nice experience and I am excited to go back and try other items. Is it a bit overpriced? maybe. So plan on spending some cash during your visit. read more

It's a 5 for me! Just tried The Wheel and really enjoyed it. Started the night with great drinks at the couch, then ordered a few bites and it was all delicious. I'm not a Brussels sprout person but those were the best I ever had. It's a massive space with a classy but chill atmosphere, and everyone I encountered who works there was just lovely and accommodating. Will definitely return! read more

The wheel is a good restaurant that I visited for my middle school graduation it has very good service and is very kid friendly but also professional. The food is very good and the dessert is amazing read more

Food was good and so was the service. The place was spectacular and the outdoors area is beautiful. Right by the water and lovely for a Sunday brunch. read more

Came here for lunch and the food was amazing! We had the meatballs, Brussel sprouts, calamari, and chopped salad - it was all fantastic. Once the food was ordered, it came out in a timely fashion. Our waiter was pretty awful. It took awhile to be acknowledged and even get water, he never came to ask us how our food turned out and when we wanted to order more drinks, we had to ask someone for our waiter. When we wanted to order even another drink, it took forever for us to get his attention. I'm a little surprised with the level of service from our waiter. Ambiance was nice but the music level was too loud for trying to have a conversation- we asked our server if they could turn the music down but to no avail, he didn't seem to have communicated that. read more

First time here, and I was very impressed with the food, drinks, and ambiance. The navigating is a bit confusing at night because you are brought to what looks like an office building lobby however The Wheel is the very first option as you enter the lot on the right hand side. Parking is free in the lot and garage which is a nice bonus for Stamford. The baked goat cheese is an absolute must for the table. The only thing is we had to constantly ask our server for more bread for the amount of goat cheese that was given. We did seem to get a little hesitation/attitude when asking for additional bread which was a bit off putting. All of our food was phenomenal. I opted for the margherita pizza with hot honey, and we'll hot honey belongs on everything. The pizza was cooked perfectly and the hot honey really complimented the already existing flavors. I also ordered their vanilla bean cheesecake which was delicious, the blueberry compote was a great touch however I could do without the pistachios on top. A great spot for groups or a date, or even to sit at the bar and watch a local game. I cannot wait to return in warmer weather as they have outdoor seating as well. read more

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This 5 star rating goes directly to Jay. Thank you for giving my wife and I a great Friday night experience. Everything was great thanks to Jay. read more