The wallace CAFÉ

Discover so much more than a typical café.

Experience a welcoming environment, promoting healthy living, with meals served in a cozy setting designed to enhance social interaction.

In collaboration with Lessing’s Hospitality Group, our Culinary Team ensures Wallace Center members receive a wholesome food experience.
Our philosophy emphasizes a healthier lifestyle, with meals carefully designed and prepared by our dedicated team.
We focus on providing nutritious meals that are largely prepared from scratch, significantly limiting the use of processed foods.
Our team prioritizes the inclusion of locally sourced, seasonal fruits and vegetables when planning our menu, incorporating them into daily menu options whenever possible.

Wallace Café offerings

The Wallace Café Culinary Team offers a wide range of wholesome dining choices, daily health-focused specials, and recipes carefully designed to meet stringent nutritional guidelines. When creating meals and menus, the Lessing's dietitian focuses on nutritional balance and appealing flavors in every dish. We also believe in transparent labeling and a clear display of nutrition facts for each offering, enabling our members to make informed meal decisions.
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A café designed to foster social connections while supporting good nutrition

Enjoy a nutritious and delicious hot or cold breakfast and lunch each day, complimented by a variety of daily specials and a la carte options.

Details about the Wallace Café
  • Meals at our new café are from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday for Wallace Center members. Not a member yet? Find out how you can become a member today.
  • Meals can be ordered online by clicking here or through our kiosks in the Wallace Center lobby or Wallace Café.
  • Our cashless ordering system allows members to purchase meals using a credit card or prepaid café card.
  • All nutritional information for each meal and menu option is available through our online menu.
If you have any questions or need more information, please call 203-862-6720 We're here to support you.
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Join Our Wellness Events at the Wallace Center

With a wealth of knowledge, Lessing's in-house nutritionist offers interactive learning experiences encompassing a variety of engaging subjects such as:

  • Stay Active, Stay Strong: An engaging event that teaches participants how to work around physical limitations and engage in activities that energize the body and mind.
  • The Portion Plate: A comprehensive workshop providing insights into macronutrients, the importance of plant-based, whole foods, and interactive cooking demonstrations. Members will learn how to create a nutritionally balanced meal and effectively control portions.
  • Vegetable Exploration Workshops: An evidence-based culinary nutrition education program that delves into the delightful world of vegetables. This hands-on workshop encourages members to explore new vegetables, beans, and herbs through engaged learning and tastings.
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