Delawareans are usually a happy bunch, and why wouldn’t we be? We’ve got great small towns, charming cities, tons of history to be proud of, and the best coast in America. No wonder one of the happiest towns in the country is located right here in the First State!

There are several famous towns along the Delaware coast, but none can really compare to Dewey Beach.
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Sure, it's an amazing spot to lay down a towel or play in the surf, but to most people, Dewey Beach is so much more.
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For decades, visitors have flocked to Dewey Beach, skipping the more famous Rehoboth Beach to enjoy what many think is the happiest town in Delaware.
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What is it that makes Dewey so deligthful?
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Well, for one, you'll find Delaware's best beach bar right here at Nalu.
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This tropical themed paradise is famous for their fresh dishes and outrageous wipeout buckets. Read why Nalu has made quite a splash, right here.
Even if you're not a drinker, the culinary scene in Dewey Beach is hard to beat.
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Woody's serves the best crabcakes in the state! If you don't believe me, just read a little about their history here, and you'll see exactly what I mean.
Of course, the beach itself is a huge part of the reason that Dewey is the happiest town in Delaware.
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The Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce works hard all summer to make sure there's always something to do! Monday nights feature movies on the beach, and Tuesday and Wednesday are both family bonfire nights.
You can't talk about Dewey Beach without mentioning the music scene.
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Bottle and Cork is a tiny dive bar that's known as one of the best rock venues around. The storied history is unmatched when it comes to coastal venues.
All it really takes is one visit to see some of the best of Dewey Beach, and realize exactly why it is such a delightful town.
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Do you love Dewey, or are you more of a Lewes person? Perhaps you’d rather spend all summer in Bowers Beach! Tell us your favorite Delaware beach town in the comments and let’s see where we all stand!

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