Restaurants near Chesapeake & Delaware Canal Lift Bridge

683 restaurants available nearby

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1. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Wilmington

4.6

Exceptional(3140)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Newark

Booked 36 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.

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2. Taverna Rustic Italian - Newark

4.8

Exceptional(830)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newark

Booked 11 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.

3. Caffe Gelato

4.4

Awesome(1849)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newark

Booked 12 times today

Relaxed atmosphere, vibrant bar, good wine cellar (Wine Spectator Award of Excellence), great food, delicious house-crafted gelato and house-crafted pasta. Guests may request a semi-circle booth for parties up to 8 (Max capacity is reduced due to pandemic restrictions), or a nice table. Outdoor seating is available and large groups may request a private room. Caffe Gelato celebrates its 17-year anniversary. For lunch, look forward to trying our pressed panini on fresh baked sea-salt and rosemary foccacia, the featured salads, or a house crafted pasta. At dinner try the Daily Salmon, Center-Cut Filet Mignon, or any of our 6 House Crafted Pasta dishes. Weekend Brunches feature omelets, crepes, poached eggs, and Creme Brulee French Toast. Favorite gelato flavors are Bacio (Chocolate Hazelnut), Crème Brûlée Toffee, Dark Chocolate, and Stracciatella (Chocolate Chip).

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4. Iron Hill Brewery - Newark

4.2

Awesome(1532)

Price: Moderate

• American • Newark

Booked 5 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.

5. Pithari

new

4.6

Exceptional(11)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Middletown

Booked 19 times today

Providing fresh Mediterranean food, from our kitchen to you!

6. Lore

4.8

Exceptional(101)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Middletown

Newly renovated restaurant is NOW OPEN! Stunning, (soon to be) award-winning, artisan Woodfire restaurant nestled within the St. Anne’s Club in Middletown, Delaware. Italian and Mediterranean fusion wood fire-kitchen with craft cocktail bar that combines locally-inspired, fresh, and creative food with refined artisan cocktails derived from only the highest quality ingredients. Expect high-quality food in a comfortable atmosphere, ambiance, and polished staff, striving to create a sense of ‘place’ and provide a great experience to all of our guests.

7. Home Grown Café

4.9

Exceptional(504)

Price: Moderate

• American • Newark

Booked 2 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.

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8. Tio Taco + Tequila - Newark

4.6

Exceptional(18)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Christiana

Booked 2 times today

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD IN AN EXCITING AND VIBRANT ATMOSPHERE. LOCATED IN THE CHRISTIANA MALL - DELAWARE

9. La Fia

4.9

Exceptional(2079)

Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • Wilmington

Booked 13 times today

Travel down historic Market Street towards the Riverfront in Wilmington, Delaware and you will find La Fia Bistro. La Fia is an intimate dinner destination in a historic building located on the corner of 5th and Market. Chef Dwain Kalup's menu utlizes carefully sourced ingredients reflecting the seasons, local region and local farms. The menu at La Fia features small plates, pastas and creative entrees. Our cheese and charcuterie is one of a kind and not to be missed! Due to the small size of our restaurant we allow 2 hours for guests to enjoy their dining experience. If you feel you need more time please reach out to us directly.

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10. Santa Fe Mexican Grill & Bar - Newark

4.4

Awesome(205)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Newark

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!

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Marshall
Coastal North Carolina •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
I lived in DE many years ago. I was there when Iron Hill opened. It was my favorite restaurant then and it is still up to that high standard. Everything was as I remembered; lovely atmosphere, good service and great food. Thank you not changing over all these years.
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Iron Hill Brewery - NewarkPrice: Moderate• American• Newark
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4.2
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Carminevip
Philadelphia County •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Decent wine and beer list. We were bummed they were out of one of their special selection wines, but overall a really good experience.
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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - WilmingtonPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Newark
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4.6
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Kim
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was amazing! Staff was great. We can’t wait to go back. Only thing that wasn’t perfect was the coffee. It was weak but we really enjoyed our date night.
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PithariPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Middletown
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4.6
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Jennifer
New York City •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our service and meal were excellent. Taverna is my go to place for a nice meal and atmosphere.
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Taverna Rustic Italian - NewarkPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newark
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4.8
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Johnvip
Philadelphia County •30 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
We are regulars at Caffe Gelatto because the food, service, and drinks are great. It was this time as well except for two changes in the menu. The gnocchi has been removed from the menu and the menu for salmon has been changed in the way it is cooked and added salsa topping. The salmon was not enjoyed at all. Change it back please.
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Caffe GelatoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newark
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4.4

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1. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Wilmington

2. Taverna Rustic Italian - Newark

3. Caffe Gelato

4. Iron Hill Brewery - Newark

5. Pithari

6. Lore

7. Home Grown Café

8. Tio Taco + Tequila - Newark

9. La Fia

10. Santa Fe Mexican Grill & Bar - Newark

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