I have eaten here often and had a good experiences but last night I was disappointed. I almost never comment on the service because people work hard but four people in my party of six asked for accommodations or small changes to their dinner selections and were flatly refused with no flexibility. Chalking it up to one bad night at an otherwise reliable nice place.
Oreste
We thought the food was good. Unfortunately, the service was slow on a night the restaurant was maybe 50% capacity while having a full staff. Would not go back.
Stephanie
Love the food here and we frequent regularly. The service wasn't great. The food portions were very small. Have gotten the same dish many times- there was 1 shrimp and 1 piece of lobster.
Dixon
Great meal and service, but disappointed with sorbet dessert which was frozen and tasted like flavored ice.
Ali
Loved it. We were there for birthday celebrations and they brought us a glass of processo for everyone at the table to toast. It was so kind and special.
Keri Lee
Food was not good at all, ravioli was hard and not fully cooked. Server was rude and seemed annoyed when my friend who was asking questions about the menu due to her allergies. Too bad as really used to like Scena
Annamaria
I had visited Scena Wine Bar a few years ago and had a wonderful experience, which made my recent visit all the more disappointing. We went on a weekday evening, and the restaurant was nearly empty—only two other tables were occupied. Despite that, the cleanliness was unacceptable. The seat cushions were stained and covered in crumbs and bits of food. I actually had to clean off my own seat before sitting down, which immediately set a poor tone for the evening. The food, unfortunately, didn't redeem the experience. We ordered the duck, which was chewy and served barely warm. Overall, the food was mediocre at best—not what I would expect at a place with Scena's reputation or price point. To their credit, the presentation of the dessert was beautiful, and our waiter was attentive and pleasant throughout the meal. But sadly, that wasn't enough to make up for the rest. In the end, I paid about $140, and it simply wasn't worth it. I left disappointed and won't be returning.
Will
5-Star Review: A Perfect Mother's Day Brunch Experience We had the most wonderful time celebrating Mother's Day with brunch here! The outdoor seating was absolutely perfect — sunny, warm, and beautifully arranged, making it the ideal spot to relax and enjoy the morning. The cocktails were a standout — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully crafted. From mimosas to more creative house specialties, every drink was a hit. The food was delicious, with a great variety of options that pleased everyone in our group. What truly made the experience exceptional was the staff. They were wonderful, attentive, and went out of their way to make sure our visit felt special. They accommodated our requests with ease and genuinely made us feel welcome. They even let us move tables to a shady side of the patio once a table became available. All in all, a fantastic experience from start to finish. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a cheerful, high-quality brunch spot — especially on a special day like this. We'll definitely be back!
chris
Our second visit , somewhat disappointed this time . Two of three meals were very good , but one of those was their second try . Brought out an incorrect meal and tried to convince my wife it was right . My lobster scampi was totally over done - Difficult to even remove from tail shell . Despite these issues , not even an apology from the waiter , when we could even get his attention, let alone perhaps a coffee on the house .
francis
Delicious food, great service. Welcoming and gracious management. Best Eggplant Parm in CT!
Scena has the best food and the most friendly and attentive and fun staff around we always enjoy our Scena nights and say it is the best all around restaurant in town!!!!
Connie
We all had a wonderful dining experience today! The 6 of us had many options on the lunch specials menu which were all delicious.
Opentable Diner
Never disappoints! Food select terrific - all delicious. Service excellent - family-run so take pride in all aspects of the dining experience. Lovely ambience - festive but not too loud. And a wonderful value on top of that! My only fear is that it will become too popular and subsequently hard to book.
Guy
First time here, didn't disappoint. Lovely atmosphere, friendly, helpful service and delicious food. We will definitely return.
francis
Food is delicious, service is great. Hostess/Host alway welcoming and friendly. Best Eggplant Parmesan in Fairfield County !
I have eaten here often and had a good experiences but last night I was disappointed. I almost never comment on the service because people work hard but four people in my party of six asked for accommodations or small changes to their dinner selections and were flatly refused with no flexibility. Chalking it up to one bad night at an otherwise reliable nice place.
We thought the food was good. Unfortunately, the service was slow on a night the restaurant was maybe 50% capacity while having a full staff. Would not go back.
Love the food here and we frequent regularly. The service wasn't great. The food portions were very small. Have gotten the same dish many times- there was 1 shrimp and 1 piece of lobster.
Great meal and service, but disappointed with sorbet dessert which was frozen and tasted like flavored ice.
Loved it. We were there for birthday celebrations and they brought us a glass of processo for everyone at the table to toast. It was so kind and special.
Food was not good at all, ravioli was hard and not fully cooked. Server was rude and seemed annoyed when my friend who was asking questions about the menu due to her allergies. Too bad as really used to like Scena
I had visited Scena Wine Bar a few years ago and had a wonderful experience, which made my recent visit all the more disappointing. We went on a weekday evening, and the restaurant was nearly empty—only two other tables were occupied. Despite that, the cleanliness was unacceptable. The seat cushions were stained and covered in crumbs and bits of food. I actually had to clean off my own seat before sitting down, which immediately set a poor tone for the evening. The food, unfortunately, didn't redeem the experience. We ordered the duck, which was chewy and served barely warm. Overall, the food was mediocre at best—not what I would expect at a place with Scena's reputation or price point. To their credit, the presentation of the dessert was beautiful, and our waiter was attentive and pleasant throughout the meal. But sadly, that wasn't enough to make up for the rest. In the end, I paid about $140, and it simply wasn't worth it. I left disappointed and won't be returning.
5-Star Review: A Perfect Mother's Day Brunch Experience We had the most wonderful time celebrating Mother's Day with brunch here! The outdoor seating was absolutely perfect — sunny, warm, and beautifully arranged, making it the ideal spot to relax and enjoy the morning. The cocktails were a standout — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully crafted. From mimosas to more creative house specialties, every drink was a hit. The food was delicious, with a great variety of options that pleased everyone in our group. What truly made the experience exceptional was the staff. They were wonderful, attentive, and went out of their way to make sure our visit felt special. They accommodated our requests with ease and genuinely made us feel welcome. They even let us move tables to a shady side of the patio once a table became available. All in all, a fantastic experience from start to finish. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a cheerful, high-quality brunch spot — especially on a special day like this. We'll definitely be back!
Our second visit , somewhat disappointed this time . Two of three meals were very good , but one of those was their second try . Brought out an incorrect meal and tried to convince my wife it was right . My lobster scampi was totally over done - Difficult to even remove from tail shell . Despite these issues , not even an apology from the waiter , when we could even get his attention, let alone perhaps a coffee on the house .
Delicious food, great service. Welcoming and gracious management. Best Eggplant Parm in CT!
Restaurantji Recommends
Scena has the best food and the most friendly and attentive and fun staff around we always enjoy our Scena nights and say it is the best all around restaurant in town!!!!
We all had a wonderful dining experience today! The 6 of us had many options on the lunch specials menu which were all delicious.
Never disappoints! Food select terrific - all delicious. Service excellent - family-run so take pride in all aspects of the dining experience. Lovely ambience - festive but not too loud. And a wonderful value on top of that! My only fear is that it will become too popular and subsequently hard to book.
First time here, didn't disappoint. Lovely atmosphere, friendly, helpful service and delicious food. We will definitely return.
Food is delicious, service is great. Hostess/Host alway welcoming and friendly. Best Eggplant Parmesan in Fairfield County !
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