Waterwheel Café, Bakery & Bar
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Hours
Sun
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tue
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wed
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thu
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Fri
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sat
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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PRICE RANGE
$5.00 – $30.00
CUISINES
French, American, Bar, Cafe, Asian, Vietnamese
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
meals, features
Does this restaurant offer free wifi?
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About
Situated on the Sawkill Creek, in Milford, PA the Waterwheel Café, Bakery & Bar was started in April of 1989 in a restored 19th century water-powered mill, which is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Originally built in the early 1800's this lively example of American history is now in action and its doors are open to the public. Water rushes over the three-story high water-wheel, driving a series of shafts, gears, pulleys and belts that once powered the stones & grain-milling equipment, all visible through the glass walls of the Café & Bar. Starting at first as a bakery & lunch café the Waterwheel has grown into a full scale restaurant, bakery and bar-serving breakfast & lunch daily with dinners being served Thursday, Friday & Saturday evenings. Waterwheel's customers are comfortable in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. The kitchen staff consistently prepares a fresh and flavorful eclectic menu that excites not only the palate, but the eye as well.
PRICE RANGE
$5.00 – $30.00
CUISINES
French, American, Bar, Cafe, Asian, Vietnamese
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Gift Cards Available
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4.5
388 reviews
Excellent
233
Very good
114
Average
24
Poor
13
Terrible
4
Lorna S
16 contributions
Jun 2024 • solo
Delicious food. I had the Vietnamese rice noodles with tofu, lime and peanuts. I'm not even vegetarian and loved it. The baked goods were outstanding -- great fruit pie and cranberry walnut muffin. Very polite service. They didn't mind my looking at my iPad during lunch or staying a few extra minutes (it was after 2:00 and uncrowded).
Written June 12, 2024
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elisa c
1 contribution
Sep 2024 • couples
Last day of our week's vacation was spent touring the area. After a week of typical "pub and grub" fare, we were so happy to find the Waterwheel Cafe for lunch after the local mansion tour. I had the special of the day - a grilled vegetable wrap filled with summer vegetables that was so delicious. Even my husbands turkey club went above and beyond the normal fare. Don't miss this place - especially if you follow a particular diet, because there is something for everyone on their menu!
Written September 6, 2024
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VitaUsa
Sussex89 contributions
Jun 2022 • none
We have had lunch at the Waterwheel Cafe a hundred times over the years and enjoyed their food very much. They have been serving dinner for a while but this was our first dinner experience. The menu is limited but diverse and covers all the bases fish, beef,chicken and vegan. There is a small but well thought out reasonably priced wine list. Cocktails and beer are also available. Fine dining is what is on offer. The food was delicious the service was exceptional. It was a pleasure watching the servers ,including the oweners,work as a team to insure the patrons enjoyed their meals. My wife and I dine out twice a week we rotate between 6 Sussex County NJ restaurant one of which has now been replaced by the Waterwheel. Please if you find yourself in the lovely town of Milford Pa. visit the Waterwheel Cafe you can thank me later. By the way the baked goods are out of this world.
Written June 26, 2022
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Krista M
2 contributions
Aug 2023 • solo
I have been a patron of Waterwheel for many years- I recently moved away and came back for a quick Breakfast- i waited a very long time which i guess is a good thing because I got to watch/listen tothe owner of Waterwheel question 2 patrons why they tip so small. He said that his kids work there and they work hard The patron said I tip 5 dollars. The owner said - do you think that is enough for a 40.00 bill? I should have said something when I was there but I just got up and left and will never ever ever give them my hard earned money again. Shame on you
Written August 12, 2023
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Nancie Simonet
We have nothing to be ashamed of, quite the opposite. We treat our employees as if they are our family. They are not. Several of our employees have repeatedly told us about this customer, either never tipping or tipping inappropriately. Apparently, you overheard my partner's attempt to rectify this situation after waiting months before deciding to do so. An appropriate gratuity starts at 15% and goes up from there. It is a fact that waitstaff depend on their gratuity to make a living. Our employees' hard earned money is indeed our concern.
Written August 13, 2023
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860Vetman
Bethlehem895 contributions
Jan 2024 • friends
A place definitely to visit when in Milford,Pa. This quaint town offers some fine dining that one would not suspect. Having been there four years ago we were anxious to make a return trip. That being said we were not disappointed one bit. Inside this warm cozy, rustic restaurant they offer some of the best food I've had. We started with a Burrata/ Arugula salad with Pistachio dressing, definitely worth trying. From there our entrees were oven roasted salmon and the Vit Quay duck. The duck was fantastic. and the sauce on the duck ( Hoisin Shallot Garlic Ginger) was amazing. Just a note they also serve breakfast and lunch, the pastries and pies are also fantastic!
Written January 27, 2024
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James D
2 contributions
Jan 2023 • friends
Had an amazing New Years Eve dinner with friends. The shrimp bisque soup, spring rolls, Pork Osso Bucco dinner and fruit tart dessert was delicious! The staff was outstanding. Owners were engaged.....can't wait to book next year!
Written January 5, 2023
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Criticintraining484
Collegeville194 contributions
Nov 2020 • none
I’ve been coming to the Milford area 2-3 times a year, or more, for the last 7 years, and finally tried this place. Overall very impressed. Quaint and cozy atmosphere and the food was very good. Our waiter in the bar area was attentive and excellent and the tall guy walking around asking if everything was ok (I assume he was the owner) seemed genuinely friendly. They had a few microbrews as well as more common beer offering, and quite a dessert selection. Great place!
Written November 22, 2020
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RjB25550
5 contributions
Oct 2022 • couples
Had a pasta special: Parmesan basil pasta, with chicken. The pasta was excellent not mushy & the sauce was not heavy with good flavor. The chicken however not so much. At first I thought it was over cooked but I don't think so. It was tough & the tendon was not removed. I actually think they might have gone to a lesser quality of chicken. Have never been disappointed before & are there quite a bit. So maybe just an off day.
Written October 8, 2022
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TanZimSa
New York City273 contributions
Feb 2023 • none
Delicious food, inventive without being pretentious; excellent bread baked there for the sandwiches; adventurous bar list. The ambience is great, right by the stream and surrounding the still-working mechanism of an historic mill, at the center of the restaurant. The owner was circulating and greeting patrons—many of them obviously regulars—and I heard him complimenting his great staff: an appreciated staff is part of the vibe of a place.
Written March 1, 2023
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Jim M
Hellertown277 contributions
Nov 2021 • none
We ordered take-out and were not disappointed. The sandwiches and salads were delicious and a great value for the money. I cannot comment on the restaurant service or decor, I can only say that the quality of the food will not disappoint. Definitely worth a visit when in the Milford area.
Written November 16, 2021
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John D
Philadelphia34 contributions
Aug 2020 • couples
Wife and I are in town for a casual weekend. We hit the Waterwheel cafe for dinner our first night. They did well enforcing the COVID restrictions and made it a comfortable dining experience. The salads for starters were amazing. I had a simple Ceaser and mama had the roasted beet and Gorgonzola salad. Great flavor. Great size. For main course mama had the salmon and I had the steak medallions skewers. Both were good sized portions, very flavorful and well presented. Dessert was carrot cake and chocolate moose pie. The chef and bakery are top shelf. The service by young Taylor was excellent. This place hit every mark. We will return.
Written August 21, 2020
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pdhiggins7
Walker Valley184 contributions
Apr 2021 • none
This is one of the few places to get breakfast in Milford, and it's a little off the beaten path, but I'm glad we found it!! We both got the Gristmill Omelet which was so good! We also had a raspberry cheese croissant and it was delicious! The staff was very pleasant and met our every need, and the outside seating at the back was such a nice setting for a beautiful day. I thought the prices were very, very reasonable for the amount and quality of the food, plus being in a tourist spot. Eat here, you won't be sorry!!
Written April 26, 2021
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Phyllis10
Ronkonkoma686 contributions
Oct 2020 • couples
We were visiting the area and went here for breakfast. Husband had bacon, egg and cheese sandwich, he said it was very good, tasty bacon. I had the brie, sun dried tomato and spinach omelette, it was amazing! We bought cinnamon raisin scones for later. They were the absolute best scones we have ever tasted!! There was a little bit of sugar on top...yum!! We will definitely stop here again next time we are in the area.
Written October 21, 2020
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Zippmary
New York City8 contributions
Feb 2020 • none
My husband and I love this place. The Food is Fantastic and unique. A combination of American Fare coupled with Vietnamese. We have tried most things on the menu and we have never had a bad meal! The Crispy Duck is to die for as is the Pistachio crusted Salmon, Mussels, Steak, Vietnamese sample platter. Lemon grass Shrimp Scallops. If you are feeling a burger, their burger is classic and delicious, the veggie burger is also very good.. I usually never order dessert, but I always have it when I am at the Waterwheel. Their pies, cakes and cookies are exceptional. The owner Darren and his wife and all the staff are super nice and friendly. It feels like family here.
Written May 14, 2020
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Noodles46
Huntley45 contributions
Jun 2021 • family
We stopped for dinner, our last night in The Poconos. What a wonderful place! The food was outstanding and very affordable. Our waiter was attentive and the owner stopped by several times to welcome us and ask how everything was. We had dinner AND dessert and enjoyed every bite. If we are ever up this way again, we will return.
Written June 20, 2021
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