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1. Taverna Rustic Italian - Newark

4.7

Exceptional(844)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newark

Booked 33 times today

With the opening of Taverna, Platinum Dining Group brings to life its highly anticipated version of the “neighborhood gathering place.” Rustic and simple in conception but well crafted and high minded in execution, Taverna brings to Newark a casual sophistication that sees reclaimed wood and exposed brick on the wall. Polished marble rest atop the overstretched bar which boasts eighteen draft beers and the state’s first ever “tapped wine” system. A seemingly humble menu is carefully considered with homemade pastas, coal-fired pizzas, and daily “features” that will bring a smile to the most discerning grandmother’s face.**A NOTE FROM THE RESTAURANT**Reservations are not required. We welcome walk-ins.Please contact us directly at 302-444-4334 , if desired reservation time is unavailable or the party size is larger than 6.

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2. Iron Hill Brewery - Newark

4.5

Awesome(1535)

Price: Moderate

• American • Newark

Booked 12 times today

Welcome to Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant in Newark, where you'll find fresh handcrafted beers, creative yet informal New American Cuisine & friendly & attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere.We've been voted Best Overall Restaurant and Best Brewpub by the readers of Delaware Today. Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is a non-smoking environment, with smoking allowed in designated outdoor areas only, however cigar & pipe smoking is prohibited. Reservations & "Call Aheads" are accepted for lunch & dinner seven days a week. We accept all major credit cards & are handicapped accessible.

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3. Santa Fe Mexican Grill & Bar - Newark

4.2

Awesome(205)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Newark

Booked 6 times today

Discover an authentic taste of Mexico at Santa Fe Mexican Grill, nestled in the heart of Newark, Delaware. Whether you're craving traditional tacos, sizzling fajitas, or innovative fusion dishes, our menu brings a flavorful journey to your plate. We pride ourselves on using fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and offering a warm, vibrant atmosphere perfect for any occasion – from casual family dinners to celebratory events. With handcrafted margaritas and a variety of tequilas to choose from, Santa Fe provides the perfect escape for dining with friends, family, or colleagues. Experience Newark's premier Fun Mexican destination today!

4. Home Grown Café

4.9

Exceptional(502)

Price: Moderate

• American • Newark

Booked 4 times today

Home Grown Cafe is an independently owned, award-winning, downtown Newark, DE staple, residing centrally on Main St. for over 23 years under founding owner, Sasha Aber. Matt McConnell leads an incredible staff and day to day operations. Award winning Executive Chef Andrew Thorne is the chef de cuisine who constantly pushes the envelope with locally made from scratch dishes of his own creations, as well as mentoring and showcasing our staff's talent. Home Grown has been named Best of Delaware Upstate for over two decades by Delaware Today readers including awarding the honor of Best Chef Upstate to Andrew Thorne (2022) Guests enjoy incredible service and made from scratch food for all dietary lifestyles, including carnivorous, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-sensitive in a welcoming environment for all patrons. Colorful walls are adorned with local pop art. The bar features a large array of upscale spirits including house-crafted cocktails and mocktails, over 65 beers, and great wines.

5. At The Rail

4.1

Excellent(614)

Price: Moderate

• American • Newport

Booked 3 times today

Indoor & Outdoor dining available. At the Rail offers a contemporary American cuisine with an array of creative menu items. Come enjoy hand-crafted cocktails at our dramatic antique bar from 1904 or enjoy an award-winning view from our Veranda deck, which overlooks our championship golf course. We're OPEN TO THE PUBLIC and we can't wait to welcome you. Our dress code is smart casual/country club casual, we ask that no hats be worn in the dining room during dinner.Sunday Brunch is available from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM weekly. Please call ahead and make your reservations. Happy Hour is available Monday Through Friday 4PM-6PM (BAR AND DECK AREA ONLY)

6. Blue Crab Grill

4.5

Awesome(1014)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Newark

Booked 12 times today

Blue Crab Grill in Newark, Delaware is known for offering a giant menu filled with seafood options. Though much of it is seasonal, you can always count on some items at Blue Crab Grill. For example, there is the steak and cake. You get a grilled beef tenderloin and jumbo lump crab cakes. Another standby at Blue Crab Grill is the surf and turf. This includes a five-ounce beef tenderloin steak and a five-ounce lobster tail that is served stuffed with crab imperial. The crazy jambalaya is very popular as well. It comes with crab legs, crawfish, clams, mussels, scallops, chicken, shrimp and andouille sausage.

7. MadMacs

4.2

Awesome(17)

Price: Moderate

• American • Newark

Our property boasts a comfort zone with a unique, casual dining experience, appropriate for all ages, but most importantly, simply delicious mac and cheese. Mad Macs will be offering a mouthwatering selection of creamy and browned to perfection mac and cheese. The mac is on center stage, but not to be missed is the decadent hand-formed burgers, plump juicy wings and the homemade soups.Menu highlights include sHoRt RiB mElT: double layer of Gruyere & Americana cheese w/ short rib on Texas ToastwE bE JaMMiN: Tomato jam, bacon aioli, smoked gouda on an onion poppy rollfLaNk sTeAk SaLaD: 12 hour Marinated flank steak, avocado, red onion, grape tomatoes, crumbled gorgonzola & balsamic vinaigrette

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8. Valle Cucina Italiana

4.8

Exceptional(856)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 26 times today

Welcome to Valle Cucina, Delaware's best kept secret for over forty years! Our name suggests Italian, and it is the best around, but we are also known for our seven time "Best of Delaware" award winning 100% jumbo lump crab cakes, seafood dishes and the area's most amazing dry aged steaks. Valle also showcases a 100+ bottle wine list. Come as your are or formal, everyone feels at home. We take pride in our friendly service. Located in the Pike Creek Shopping Center, off Limestone Rd. Valle, opened in 1981 as a pizzeria and has become a must try. We are inviting you to experience what many have called their best dining experience.For special requests we suggest you call us 302-998-9999 so we can best serve you

9. Hooters - Newark

4.4

Awesome(12)

Price: Moderate

• American • Newark

Hooters is the place to be for great seafood, mouth-watering burgers and sandwiches, specialty salads, ice cold beer, a full liquor bar and of course, our signature chicken wings served up in one of our signature sauces by world-famous Hooters Girls. With a casual, upbeat atmosphere, a video wall and plenty of HD TV’s, you’ll have a front row seat to all the games. Hooters, the original wing joint. Lick your fingers, we won’t judge.

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10. The House of William & Merry

4.9

Exceptional(2301)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Hockessin

Booked 16 times today

The House of William and Merry serves contemporary American cuisine prepared from the freshest seasonal ingredients procured from local farms, providing casual fine dining at a reasonable price. Chef-owned by the husband and wife team, Merry Catanuto and William Hoffman, who live on the property, the restaurant is a remodeled farmhouse on the edge of central Hockessin. Dine in a comfortable home atmosphere in one of the two dining rooms, the porch, or the bar. When you arrive, you can see right into the all new, modern kitchen. Full bar service is available including wines by the glass, microbrews on tap, and specialty drinks. Or, take a walk around back to see the herb and vegetable gardens.Tuesday through Saturday we serve lunch and dinner. On Sunday, we serve brunch followed by a prix fix supper in the evening.

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Brenda
Philadelphia County •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 2, 2025
Great wings! And of course beer selection!! Dine at Iron Hill about 1-2 a month!
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Iron Hill Brewery - NewarkPrice: Moderate• American• Newark
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4.5
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Shana
Philadelphia County •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 30, 2024
Great food and great service. I especially loved the Eggplant Parmesan (Sunday special). The manager checked on us twice during our visit to make sure everything was enjoyable.
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Taverna Rustic Italian - NewarkPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newark
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4.7
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PeolaVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •99 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 29, 2024
The Sunday Brunch is very good at The Rail. The selections are plentiful and very tasty. The French Toast casserole is always wonderful. We did miss the melodious sounds of the pianist which added a certain sense of elegance.
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At The RailPrice: Moderate• American• Newport
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4.1
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Angela
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 9, 2024
Our server was very kind and helpful. Food was delicious and very large portions. Great evening!
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Home Grown CaféPrice: Moderate• American• Newark
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4.9
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Niraj
Philadelphia County •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 17, 2024
Loved the food. My quesadillas were delicious! Everyone else loved theirs too.
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Santa Fe Mexican Grill & Bar - NewarkPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Newark
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4.2

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Taverna Rustic Italian - Newark

2. Iron Hill Brewery - Newark

3. Santa Fe Mexican Grill & Bar - Newark

4. Home Grown Café

5. At The Rail

6. Blue Crab Grill

7. MadMacs

8. Valle Cucina Italiana

9. Hooters - Newark

10. The House of William & Merry

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