The Whelk
575 Riverside Ave, Westport
(203) 557-0902
Customers' Favorites
Deviled Eggs w Fried Oysters 4
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Whole Grilled Octopus
Smoked Trout Dip
Roasted Oysters
Shrimp & Grits
Hand Cut Fries
Crab Toast
Burrata
Burger
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Recent Reviews
I had heard many great things. And was excited to try the trout and the deviled eggs. Was so disappointed by the eggs. Trout was just ok. Burger was nice but not mind blowing. Bibb salad with truffle was truly amazing.
The Whelk is one of those places you return to, not out of habit, but out of trust. From the moment you walk in, there's a familiarity that feels earned. The service is always generous and intuitive, the food consistently exceptional, but it's the familial feeling that keeps pulling us back. Over time, this place has become a constant for us. Every visit feels grounding, like being welcomed by people who know how to hold space as well as they hold standards. You leave...
Great lunch spot with great ambiance and delicious seafood. Highly recommend to come here for good all around restaurant with fresh seafood. It's also a close walk to the train station!