Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean you have to stop enjoying the lovely Delaware coast! In fact, this is a great time of year to acquaint yourself with the best restaurants at the beach, because you can do it all from the warmth of their dining rooms. Check out our list of the best restaurants at the Delaware beaches, and see if there are any that you need to try.
1. Off the Hook, Bethany Beach
Off the Hook in Bethany Beach serves scallops and pesto fries to die for, plus one of the better Crab Cake sandwiches in a state known for amazing crabcake sandwiches. If you've never been here, you need to make it a priority. 769 Garfield Pkwy
Bethany Beach, DE 19930
2. Pie, Bethany Beach
My mouth is watering just thinking about how perfect every single pizza I've eaten from Pie has been. If you love artisan, brick oven pizza that's got just the perfect crispy crust, you've got to try Pie. 120 Central Blvd
Bethany Beach, Delaware
3. Henlopen City Oyster House
Henlopen City Oyster House is a classic Rehoboth Beach restaurant, with unbelievable Lobster Mac, and one of the best Oyster selections in Delaware. 50 Wilmington Ave
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
4. 14 Global, Bethany Beach
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14 Global is one of the few Tapas places in Delaware, and they really get it right. After just making our list for seving some of the best fries in the state, I've got to pay homage to their seafood tacos, but the real winner is the wild game sliders, pictured above with Colorado lamb and housemade blue chips.
14 N Pennsylvania Ave
Bethany Beach, DE 19930
5. Matts Fish Camp, Lewes
Matt's Fish camp serves the best lobster roll on the Delaware coast, hands down. Their crabby fries make an excellent addition to a meal you'll be talking about for ages. 34401 Tenley Ct
Lewes, DE 19958
6. Lewinsky's on Clinton
The name of this place always cracks me up! I'm a sucker for cleverness. I'm also a sucker for great good, which Lewinsky's has down. They offer one of the best brunches in Delaware, and amazing lunch and dinner choices as well. It might be a little bit of a stretch to call Delaware City a Delaware Coast town, but I'm gonna go with it. 92 Clinton St
Delaware City, DE 19706
7. Grandpa Macs, Rehoboth Beach
Grandpa Mac's has two locations in Rehoboth Beach, so choose whichever you'd like, and prepare for your life to change. The pasta is perfect, the cheese is gooey, and you will be in heaven. Stop in for lunch or plan takeout and please your entire family. 18756 Coastal Hwy
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 33 Baltimore Ave
Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
8. JPs on the Wharf, Frederica
JP's on the Wharf is one place to get off-the-boast seafood on the Delaware coast. Near the adorable town of Bowers but technically located in Frederica, don't give up if you can't find them at first. Just head to the water, you'll see their docks and outdoor deck, and you'll probably see someone unloading a boat right into the restaurant's kitchen. 201 Hubbard Ave
Frederica, DE 19946
9. Bethany Blues of Lewes
Bethany Blues of Lewes makes the best BBQ on the Delaware coast, for sure. This place is always upbeat and lively, with a great beer list and a great selection of American food. Try the BBQ combo to get a taste of amazing chicken and ribs, or just go with their famous Carolina pulled pork. 18385 Coastal Hwy
Lewes, DE 19958
10. Woodys, Dewey Beach
Woody's is a lively bar in Dewey Beach that serves one of the best crabcakes, if not THE best, in the state. No filler and all flavor makes my tastebuds happy. 1904 Coastal Hwy
Dewey Beach, DE 19971
11. Just Hooked, Fenwick Island
Despite the fact that this little restaurant is hiding in a strip mall, Just Hooked makes some of the best seared Tuna and other seafood dishes) in Delaware. 1500 Coastal Hwy
Fenwick Island, DE 19944
12. The Starboard, Dewey Beach
The Starboard in Dewey Beach serves up some great brunch, lunch and dinner year round. They've got a Bloody Mary bar that will solve your Dewey Beach hangover, and then you can return to them at night for a great full bar. The food here is supurb, too. I've ordered almost everything on the menu and have yet to be disappointed, so go for whatever your taste buds are craving. You'll love it.
2009 Hwy One
Dewey Beach, DE 19971
So, beat those winter blues and head down to the beach anyway, because these incredible restaurants are waiting for you. While you’re down there, spend some time exploring Lewes – the oldest town in Delaware .
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