Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Ocean City / Delaware Shore

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Updated January 05, 2025

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Sedona - Bethany Beach

5.0

5 (298)

$50 and over

American

Bethany Beach

About the restaurant

Sedona is an American fine dining restaurant located in Bethany Beach, Delaware. Since 1993, we have been creating magnificent dining experiences for our loyal guests. We specialize in creative cuisine, craft cocktails and house-made desserts. All of our cocktails, salads, starters, entrees and desserts promise to be: creative, delicious, nutritious and respectful to our planet. Our menus highlight fresh, locally sourced ingredients and house-made desserts. At your request, we can prepare vegetarian, gluten-free and healthy entrees to fit your lifestyle. Enjoy craft cocktails, fine wine or cold beers in our cozy bar area where our entire food menu is always available. Create a fine dining experience on the balcony of your Bethany Beach house by ordering Sedona to-go. Whole house-made pies and cakes can be ordered for pick-up with 24 hour notice.

Top review

Lisa

Dined on Oct 5, 2024

Wow!! Excellent on every level! From the moment we walked in, the staff is so friendly, the food and drinks are stellar! Bacon wrapped dates... Yes, please! Had the wagyu burger which was cooked to perfection... Kevin (chef) is amazing and so welcoming. I cannot wait to come back here! One of the best dining experiences I've had. Worthy of the drive wherever you're coming from!

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4.9

4.9 (2230)

$31 to $50

American

Lewes

About the restaurant

RESERVATIONS:
Heirloom is open for dinner Tuesday - Saturday starting at 5pm; closed Sunday & Monday.
We accept dining reservations 30 days out, simply meaning today's date plus 30 days.

CANCELLATION POLICY:
If you cancel or no show within 12 hours of your reservation, your credit card will be charged $25/per person.
All proceeds go towards the Heirloom kitchen squad’s continued culinary education, research & development.

We do not offer child seating (high chairs/booster seats) of any kind, nor a children’s menu, and we are unable to accommodate strollers in the dining room.

PATIO:
Our patio is located outside, in full sun, with umbrellas provided.
Please take note if you are uncomfortable with sun exposure and outdoor elements.
Patio tables are entirely weather dependent, and therefore released the day of.
However, if the weather is looking magical for a few days at a time, tables will be released for booking.

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Matthew

Dined on Dec 27, 2024

New favorite restaurant in Lewes! Still dreaming about the cheeseboard, steak tar tar, and the short rib.

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Char-Grilled Atlantic Octopus

La Fable

4.9

4.9 (2511)

$50 and over

French

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

Bonjour! La Fable Brasserie, located on the beach block of Rehoboth's iconic Baltimore Avenue, offers traditional French cuisine with a bohemian Parisian street cafe flair. Whether you choose to join "Fable" for an early meal or cocktail during Leve-Tot, for an intimate dinner with friends, or to enjoy a drink at the bar, we hope for each guest to create their own dining story. We look forward to seeing you. Merci Beaucoup!

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GeorgeVIP

Dined on Jan 1, 2025

We went the evening of New Year’s Day. The meal was simply excellent. Not fancy, as we would imagine French haute cuisine, but excellently prepared and generous portions. It was not inexpensive, but we agreed the dinner and experience were well worth the cost.

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4.8

4.8 (2919)

$30 and under

American

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

Eden Restaurant has set the standard for fine dining in Rehoboth Beach for over 20 years. Nestled on beautiful Baltimore Avenue, Eden has been voted by Delaware Today as having the "Most Romantic Atmosphere" for many years counting, and has been recognized for nearly two decades by Wine Spectator for our impressive wine list. Open year round, Eden features a monthly wine dinner series and a delicious Wednesday night prix fixe menu during the off-season. Let our reputation for innovative food, creative cocktails and attentive service be the complement to your perfect evening. Make Eden your destination, and make a memory.

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LisaVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Eden was wonderful in every way. The food was creative and yummy. I tried antelope for the first time. My husband had their pork chop. Both were YUMMeee! The wine list is amazing. They even have a a good list of half-bottle wines. The service was gracious and attentive. They were perfect team. If another waiter thought you needed something, they took care of it…without in anyway being annoying. They were seamless! Thank you for a wonderful evening! We’ll definitely be back!

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Popular dish

Cheese Board

Popular dish

Duck Confit Poblano Popper

Experience

Wine-O Wednesday

Blue Moon

4.8

4.8 (5156)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

Situated in an elegant Victorian beach house, The Blue Moon is widely regarded as one of the best restaurants in the region. Our award winning menu focuses on quality -- the freshest seafood, hand cut steaks & local ingredients. Our professional service staff provides an unparalleled experience. We are pleased to showcase our carefully selected wines with many by the glass options as well as wonderfully crafted martinis and specialty drinks.

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Gary

Dined on Dec 29, 2024

Beautiful restaurant with excellent service and creative food. We visited for the first time tonight, but will definitely return.

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Experience

Drag Bingo Brunch

1776 Steakhouse

4.8

4.8 (4496)

$31 to $50

American

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or just want to enjoy a perfect meal out, we invite you to experience 1776 Steakhouse. It's the ideal setting for great food and great conversation.

Voted best steaks and most romantic restaurant at the beach.

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Anthony

Dined 1 day ago

Everything was as expected. Good food in a very nice atmosphere. The piano music is a very nice touch. We had a good dinner and will go again.

Bonz

4.8

4.8 (1803)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Harrington

About the restaurant

Any reservation request left on Mondays or Tuesdays will be confirmed on Wednesday when we reopen.

Award-winning seafood/steakhouse, Bonz Restaurant & Lounge is located in Harrington Raceway & Casino, offering a variety of mouthwatering appetizers, entrees and desserts. Featuring the famous fork tender filets and the freshest seafood all paired with the finest Cabernet from our extensive wine list. Open Wednesday – Sunday at 4PM. Reservations recommended. Dining options Bar/Lounge, Main Dining room, Al Fresco Patio.
Bonz welcomes underage diners, but hey must enter through the Bonz patio main door adjacent to the fountain and please call upon arrival so staff can check you in. All parties greater than 6 guests must be called in for management approval.

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ShirleyVIP

Dined 4 days ago

The food was excellent. Our server Scottie is always very polite, efficient and courteous.

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Popular dish

Lobster Ravioli

One Coastal

4.8

4.8 (2017)

$50 and over

Farm-to-table

Fenwick Island

About the restaurant

Indulge in an extraordinary dining experience, where we wholeheartedly champion responsible agriculture, local watermen, and the art of serving really good food. Led by James Beard Nominated chef and owner, Matthew Kern, our restaurant is a testament to his culinary expertise and unwavering dedication to showcase the best of Delaware.

Beyond the kitchen, Chef Kern's commitment extends to our exceptional staff, making every visit a memorable exploration of the heart and soul that sets our gem apart. Join us to enjoy a drink, savor a meal, and see for yourself what makes this place so special.

Top review

Kathy

Dined on Dec 27, 2024

We have been dining at One Coastal for many years, predating the arrival of James Beard Award Finalist Chef Matt Kern. We were so delighted that after One Coastal changed hands we were able to enjoy the same unrivaled, creative, fresh Delaware cuisine. Tonight our family ordered the duck and the rockfish. Both were expertly executed. The flavor profiles of both dishes were unusual, cohesive, and delightful. My husband and I both enjoyed our cocktails, a Duchess and a Ryanhatten. Don't miss out on an opportunity to experience this next-level experience. Make a reservation immediately.

Houston White Co.

4.8

4.8 (1069)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

We at Houston White Co. are proud to be the the Culinary Coast's premier farm to table steak experience. Throughout the years, we have forged relationships with some of the finest meat purveyors and local farmers. Forging the two, our chef's create thoughtful and sustainably focused dinner experiences designed to please carnivores and herbivores alike. Reservations are limited and for further service please call (302) 227-8510. Further info for our sister restaurant, La Fable - a French bistro, can be found at bonjourfable.com. Hope to serve you soon!

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Patricia

Dined 4 days ago

Wonderfully attentive service and top notch food and wine. Tables are close together so if you want a more intimate dinner go prior to 6 pm when the crowds fill in.

The Libation Room

4.6

4.6 (396)

$50 and over

Speakeasy

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

PLEASE NOTE: We are a 21+ establishment. Thank you for your understanding.

The Libation Room is a speakeasy-style ultra lounge in the back room of the famous Summer House in Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971. The Libation Room offers full Summer House menus plus a secret craft cocktail & tapas menu. Walk-ins are welcomed after 9:30pm.

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DavidVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Amazing experience can’t believe it took us so long to find this place. I don’t want to rate it as I don’t want others to take it over but wow. We will be back over and over again.

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