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Tonic Seafood and Steak, Wilmington, DE

Tonic Seafood and Steak

4.5
4.5
1267 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
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Tonic Seafood and Steak

4.5
$31 to $50
Seafood
Wilmington

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2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 16 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighbourhood gem
Located in the heart of downtown Wilmington, Delaware, Tonic Seafood & Steak offers four distinct dining areas, each with its unique ambiance and design. Upon entering the restaurant, guests are greeted by a vibrant atmosphere with stunning light fixtures, metallic gold accents, and a glass-enclosed room. The entrance area features the Bar and Lounge, where live music plays on Friday and Saturday nights.

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Private dining

Private dining

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (302) 777-2040
  • Website
    http://tonicsns.com?y_source=1_NTkyNzgxNjYtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Pat Bradley
  • Catering
    Jamestown Catering Co. is a full-service caterer with an off-premise liquor license. We can customize menus for your event needs and budget. We also offer drop-off or pickup options.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Juniper by Tonic is a newly renovated event venue that provides the perfect setting for weddings, showers, rehearsals and parties.
  • Private party contact
    Amanda Jones: (302) 777-2040
  • Location
    111 W. 11th Street, Wilmington, DE 19801
  • Neighbourhood
    Wilmington
  • Cross Street
    Between Orange &amp; Tatnall
  • Parking details
    There is parking located at the Community Service Parking Garage but we do not currently validate.There is also street parking with meters, free metered parking after 6:00pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Starters

  • Crispy Calamari

    lemon pepper aioli

    • Oysters On The Half Shell

      (6) mignonette, cocktail sauce, shaved horseradish

      • Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail

        (4) cocktail sauce, shaved horseradish, lemon

        • Tuna Tartare

          sesame-soy, avocado, cucumber, cilantro crema, fried wontons

          • Hummus

            house made hummus, garlic naan, olive-artichoke tapenade relish

            • Brussel Sprouts

              sherry vinaigrette, manchego, bacon

              • Cheese Board

                house accoutrements

                • Charcuterie Board

                  house accoutrements

                  • Master Board

                    charcuterie & cheese, house accoutrements

                    • Short Rib Egg Rolls

                      caramelized onions, provolone cheese, horseradish cream, demi-glace

                      • Burrata

                        roasted pepper relish, spec, basil pesto

                        • Smoke Salmon Deviled Eggs

                          salmon roe, chives

                          • Calabrian Mussels

                            nduja, white wine, parsley, leeks, cherry tomatoes, toasted baguette

                            Soups

                            • French Onion

                              caramelized onions, beef broth, french bread, swiss & provolone cheese

                              • New England Clam Chowder

                                extra virgin olive oil & chives, contains bacon

                                • Soup du Jour

                                  chef's seasonal preperation

                                  Salads

                                  • Caesar

                                    romaine hearts, focaccia croutons, parmesan cheese, caesar dressing

                                    • Wedge

                                      chopped iceberg lettuce, bleu cheese crumbles, bacon lardons, cherry tomatoes, buttermilk ranch

                                      • Steak Salad

                                        seared 8ox hanger steak, mixed greens, red onions, roasted red peppers, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, gorgonzola vinaigrette

                                        • Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad

                                          mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onions, black beans, corn, colby jack, crispy tortilla strips, honey-cumin lime dressing

                                          • Seafood Salad

                                            spring mix, roasted red peppers, crispy onions, jumbo lump crab meat, steamed shrimp, fried calamari, saffron vinaigrette

                                            • Sesame-Crusted Thai Tuna Salad

                                              napa mix, thai basil, crispy wontons, spicy peanut dressing

                                              Add To any Salad

                                              • Salmon

                                                • Seared Tuna

                                                  • Chicken

                                                    • Fried Calamari

                                                      • Grilled Shrimp

                                                        • Crab Cake

                                                          • Hanger Steak

                                                            Entrees

                                                            • Steak Frittes

                                                              9oz bavette, herb-parmesan fries, demi-glace

                                                              • Grilled Salmon

                                                                grilled asparagus, tarragon beurre blanc

                                                                • House Made Pappardelle Pasta

                                                                  chicken, capers, lemon, white wine

                                                                  • Calamarata Pasta

                                                                    shrimp, basil pesto, vodka sauce

                                                                    Sandwiches

                                                                    • Filet Tip Cheesesteak

                                                                      sautéed onions, cheddar, creamed spinach, spicy aioli, fries

                                                                      • Crispy Fried Fish Sandwich

                                                                        pickles, red onion, tartar

                                                                        • Crab Cake

                                                                          remoulade, lettuce, tomato

                                                                          • Chickpea Cake

                                                                            pea shoots, avocado, tomato jam

                                                                            • Beef Gyro

                                                                              seared marinated 4oz hanger, lemon labneh, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, petite greens, olive tapenade, naan

                                                                              • Buffalo Chicken Sandwich

                                                                                fried chicken breast, buffalo, ranch

                                                                                • Chicken Gyro

                                                                                  lemon labneh, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, petite greens, olive tapenade, naan

                                                                                  Burgers

                                                                                  Served with hand-cut french fries & pickles

                                                                                  • Smash

                                                                                    dijonaise, shredded lettuce, warm onion pickle relish, American cheese

                                                                                    • Tonic

                                                                                      protein: beef, turkey or beyond beef patty; cheese: cheddar, american, swiss, or bleu; toppings: lettuce, tomato, raw, sautéed orfried onions, roasted red peppers, Avocado +$1, Bacon +$1, Mushrooms +$1

                                                                                      • Turkey

                                                                                        cranberry chutney, brie, arugula

                                                                                        Last updated: August 13, 2024

                                                                                        What 1,267 people are saying

                                                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                        Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                        4.5
                                                                                        4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                                        • 4.5Food
                                                                                        • 4.8Service
                                                                                        • 4.4Ambience
                                                                                        • 4.1Value

                                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                                        Review summary

                                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                        Tonic Seafood and Steak shines with its "excellent food" and "impeccable service," often highlighted by their standout server, Teddy. Diners enjoy delectable seafood and steak options, including the "mouthwatering" trout and perfectly cooked steaks. It's a popular spot for pre-show dinners, offering a "fantastic atmosphere" and "attentive staff."

                                                                                        1,267 Reviews

                                                                                        1. sheila

                                                                                          Philadelphia

                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on November 27, 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          The food was very good. I went with the seafood of the day, which was the trout stuffed with lump crabmeat. It was very flavorful and cooked to perfection. The skin was crispy and the inside was moist. Served with green beans and a lemony/capered sauce that really enhanced the flavor. Waitress was very courteous and helpful. Great service. Would definitely recommend.
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded 3 days ago
                                                                                          Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the stuffed trout special and that the flavors and preparation hit the mark. The crispy skin and moist interior are what we aim for, and we're glad you loved the green beans and the lemon-caper sauce pairing. It's also wonderful to know our service met your expectations—our team strives to make every visit memorable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and can’t wait to welcome you back for another great meal!

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                                                                                        2. Patrick

                                                                                          San Francisco

                                                                                          22 reviews

                                                                                          vip
                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          22 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on November 26, 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Server was amazing and friendly. The cheese charcuterie board was a little disappointing. Cheeses all tasted the same and they served rolls which we already had instead of crackers. Dinners were good.
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded 3 days ago
                                                                                          Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear our server provided amazing and friendly service—that means a lot to us. We're sorry to hear the cheese charcuterie board didn’t meet your expectations and appreciate your feedback about the cheese variety and the rolls. Your input helps us improve, and we’ll be reviewing this with our team to enhance the experience. We’re glad you enjoyed your dinners and hope to welcome you back soon to exceed your expectations next time!

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                                                                                        3. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                          Tampa

                                                                                          22 reviews

                                                                                          vip
                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          22 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on November 16, 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          What can I say? It was our second time coming, and it was phenomenal!! All thanks to Teddy who took fantastic care of us!! The food and ambiance was perfect!! Thank you again!
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded on November 18, 2024
                                                                                          Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you had another phenomenal experience with us. Teddy will be delighted to know he made your visit extra special. It’s always our goal to provide perfect food and ambiance, and we’re so glad we delivered. We can’t wait to welcome you back for your third visit!

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                                                                                        4. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                          Philadelphia

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          Dined on November 12, 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Went there for birthday dinner. I loved the ambience, the food, got complimentary birthday dessert! Definitely would go back !!
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded on November 13, 2024
                                                                                          Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the ambience, the food, and the birthday dessert. It’s always a pleasure to make special moments even more memorable. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great meal!

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                                                                                        5. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                          Philadelphia

                                                                                          22 reviews

                                                                                          vip
                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          22 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on November 8, 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Perfect meal from start to finish. Excellent gluten free options. High quality experience
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded on November 11, 2024
                                                                                          Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your meal from start to finish and our gluten free options. We hope to serve you again soon!

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                                                                                        6. Sue

                                                                                          Philadelphia

                                                                                          113 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          113 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on November 4, 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Everything was wonderful, as usual. Interesting specials, excellent food, attentive service.
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded on November 6, 2024
                                                                                          Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Sue! We're thrilled to hear that everything lived up to your expectations. It’s always our goal to provide unique specials, delicious food, and top-notch service, and we're so happy to know you had a great experience. We can't wait to welcome you back soon!

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                                                                                        7. Kate

                                                                                          Philadelphia

                                                                                          93 reviews

                                                                                          vip
                                                                                          4.0

                                                                                          93 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on October 26, 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 2
                                                                                          Food and service was excellent, but with an empty dining room it felt uncomfortable. Highly recommend the beet salad. Everything else was good, as expected. No surprises.
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded on October 28, 2024
                                                                                          Thank you, Kate! We're glad that you enjoyed our beet salad and other offerings.

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                                                                                        8. Kim

                                                                                          Philadelphia

                                                                                          14 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          14 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on October 25, 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Staff was great! Very attentive and friendly. Food was fantastic, definitely will go again
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded on October 28, 2024
                                                                                          Thank you, Kim! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your service and meal. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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                                                                                        9. Bryan

                                                                                          Phoenix

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          Dined on October 19, 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Great food and great service always! All staff are super friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and food. Our food was prepared perfectly to temp, seasoned properly, and delicious.
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded on October 21, 2024
                                                                                          Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Bryan! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and had a great experience with our friendly staff. It’s our goal to ensure everything is prepared to perfection, and your feedback truly brightens our day. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another delicious meal!

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                                                                                        10. Monica

                                                                                          Philadelphia

                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on October 18, 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                          Excellent food ambience live music customer service great atmosphere great time always enjoy my experience when I go
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded on October 25, 2024
                                                                                          Thank you, Monica! We're so glad you enjoyed your visit with us and the live music. We look forward to your next visit with us!

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                                                                                        FAQs

                                                                                        Tonic Seafood and Steak offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Tonic Seafood and Steak also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (302) 777-2040.

                                                                                        Tonic Seafood and Steak is rated 4.5 stars by 1267 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                        Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                        A photo of Tonic Seafood and Steak restaurant

                                                                                        Tonic Seafood and Steak

                                                                                        4.5
                                                                                        $31 to $50
                                                                                        Seafood
                                                                                        Wilmington

                                                                                        Make a reservation

                                                                                        2 people
                                                                                        10:30 p.m.
                                                                                        Booked 16 times today

                                                                                        Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                        Google Map for Tonic Seafood and Steak

                                                                                        111 W. 11th Street, Wilmington, DE 19801

                                                                                        Additional information

                                                                                        • Cross Street
                                                                                          Between Orange &amp; Tatnall
                                                                                        • Neighbourhood
                                                                                          Wilmington
                                                                                        • Hours of Operation
                                                                                          Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                                        • Price
                                                                                          $31 to $50
                                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                                          Seafood, Steakhouse
                                                                                        • Dining style
                                                                                          Fine Dining
                                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                                          Business Casual
                                                                                        • Parking details
                                                                                          There is parking located at the Community Service Parking Garage but we do not currently validate.There is also street parking with meters, free metered parking after 6:00pm.
                                                                                        • Payment Options
                                                                                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                        • Executive Chef
                                                                                          Pat Bradley
                                                                                        • Additional
                                                                                          Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                        • Website
                                                                                          http://tonicsns.com?y_source=1_NTkyNzgxNjYtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=/
                                                                                        • Phone number
                                                                                          (302) 777-2040
                                                                                        • Catering
                                                                                          Jamestown Catering Co. is a full-service caterer with an off-premise liquor license. We can customize menus for your event needs and budget. We also offer drop-off or pickup options.<br />
                                                                                        • Private party facilities
                                                                                          Juniper by Tonic is a newly renovated event venue that provides the perfect setting for weddings, showers, rehearsals and parties.
                                                                                        • Private party contact
                                                                                          Amanda Jones: (302) 777-2040
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