Hands down probably one of the best in Wilmington, probably better than its neighbor Bardea. The ambience is set with the dime lighting and walking in you know you're somewhere elegant. I will say I took a star off for the steak, I've been to a few of the big ones in Philly and I'm not sure this place is up to par but it's good and the side dishes....omg phenomenal. I literally dream about the salad and carrots. Amazing flavors! The service is good, can be hit or miss depending on the day but I feel like that's anywhere in Wilmington. Overall, I recommend to those who haven't been or someone looking for a good meal in Wilmington. Don't skip those side dishes though! They are truly the stars of the show. read more

One of the most opulent meals I've had in a while. We had a $125 gift card, a birthday, and a bill I wasn't expected to foot which made for a good yelp review. We walked into the spot around 5:45PM. Not too busy at this point. A style reminiscent of fibbage 3 of jackbox set to a psychedelic beat. Appears to be popular among the 30-somethings. Well-dressed, young servers with a friendly work culture and dimly lit yellow light type of vibe. Service was appropriate and formal yet personable. We were given insight on the menu and were walked through all of the steak options. We started off with the drinks. Our server, Austin, suggested the lemon drop and espresso martinis were some of the best on this side of the Mississippi. You could taste no alcohol in either of these drinks. The lemon drop was sweet with strong lemon-head-esque flavors. The espresso martini might be mistaken for an espresso outside of this context. I had a boring old fashioned which tasted like a sweet citrusy bourbon. The drinks overall were tasty and I would not be reserved about ordering one but they can run the tab pretty quickly. The menu is divided into snacks, steak, sides, and other entrees. The snacks are a bite or two among a party of four. 2-3 sides and an entree will feed a party of 4-6. We started with some snacks: the brioche buns, Swedish meatballs, and lamb gnocchi. The brioche buns had a soft chewy interior and a honey-glazed, lightly crispy exterior. They were served with a pad of butter that tasted like butter. This will come out sooner than your other snacks. It is advised to eat this with your saucier dishes but we couldn't wait that long. High value for your meal. We approached the lamb gnocchi next. There was half an ounce of braised lamb in a brown sauce over a home-made gnocchi in a pool of spiced broth. The braised lamb was melt in your mouth tender which paired nicely with the lightly chewy gnocchi. Almost a bite as satisfying as mochi although the texture was completely different. The curveball was the broth. If you've had Maggi noodles (an Indian instant noodle staple) it tastes almost exactly like this broth except maybe a bit thicker. This was a fun dish. We indulged in two sides: the house salad and the loaded potato. The house salad tasted like a creamy Caesar with crunchy bits. Good variety of greens textures. It's no roots natural kitchen but certainly goes well with the meats and starch you'll encounter at bardea. The loaded potatoes also paired well with the beef. I think the potato was simply sliced into 1/2 slices, breaded in panko, and deep fried. Similar in flavor to a McDonald's hash brown. A rich, smoky white sauce accompanied the potato slices as well as the green sauce which I don't really remember. We shared a delicious whole branzino as well. We were given the option to have the head attached or detached. My fave part is the head, eyes, and cheeks so detachment was not an option. It's mostly deboned but there are some bones so be careful. No sauce but there is intense flavors in the crispy skin. The Angus porterhouse was a steak. Well-cooked to medium rare. Seared well on the outside and perfectly medium rare on the interior. Some cartilaginous bites that I didn't mind bc I have a bad habit of swallowing food. The rare seared fatty bit were my favorite. I love beef and this was a real treat . I am a student and this meal was my significant other's family treating me to a luxurious meal. Bardea facilitated a phenomenal pseudo-formal time to dress up and hang out in a celebratory fashion. However, this meal was very expensive. The value of the experience was okay. We ended up paying around $70 per person. If you like steakhouses, this isn't so bad although I might suggest hitting up Trolley afterwards if you're trying to have a comprehensive Saturday night. read more

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Stopped back in for a date night this time. We were excited to have some good drinks. Each Bardea location has great drinks. Everything we ordered this visit was really good! The service at bardeas is always the best honestly. This time the only thing I noticed was the entrees came out warm. I was honestly surprised since it was steak, salmon, and a loaded potato. We still ate it all and it had great flavor. I would still also recommend this to location to anyone. read more

Bardea Steak - Steakhouses Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

So recently I was blessed to take a work trip to Wilmington, Delaware. While we were there my co-workers and I were recommended this great steak place. Now I really love steak houses and some times it's a hit or miss. However, this time it truly was a hit and I have to say if you get a chance to experience this wonder restaurant please make it a must. The experience was amazing and the food was nothing short of delicious and work of arts. Our server knew exactly what he was talking about and recommended some of the best things on the menu. This restaurant was a small quaint little place but let me say it was definitely up scale and worth every penny. I am not a wine person but boy did we try some great ones that really complimented our food. If you get a chance please try out some great food. read more

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While in Delaware, we made the foolish mistake of trying Barnes Steak! We sat with our group and eagerly awaited our server. After some time, he finally arrived at our table. After he explained the various items on the menu, he then very firmly stated "the chef wants all items ordered at the same time." He then walked away. Where did he go? As we waited and watched him pass and circle around the establishment, we noticed that he wasn't coming back. We then asked another server for more water. When our first server returned, he took our order. It took awhile for our food to arrive. As the night went on, he became more and more distant. How, the final straw was when he snapped at us for requesting an a birthday surprise for my daughter! Are you kidding me!! Why would you feel it was appropriate to yell at guests and children? If you didn't want to be at work, why show up? I strongly advise all tourists and residents of the great state of Delaware and beyond to avoid this place! read more

Classy place, attentive service, courteous staff. Even though my party was difficult, (we went from party of 8 to party of 6 then 4 and an hour into our meal, 2 showed up) ‍the staff took.it all on the chin and delivered really good service. We ordered most snacks on the menu. The tater tots with crab were the best! Chicago roll close second, bread was soo memorable! Gnocchi was very close third! Shrimp cocktail, shrimp tacos, meatballs, empanadas and tostadas were very tasty too! The steaks were fabulous! Even the half I took home and reheated! The purple cabbage side was delectable. read more

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Bardea Steak was a nice foodie experience. Not only was the quality of the food excellent, but the staff was friendly, and they had a wide selection of food. I order several items from their menu; next time I will get a steak. However, the branzino was incredible, nicely grilled and seasoned. Oysters were fresh. I definitely recommend trying the compost oysters; they were delicious. I order several appetizers before my main meal; it was nice that they came out one by one and not all at once. ` All the drinks ordered were great. I would come again just for the drinks. My favorite was the passion espresso. Wasn't a fan of the calamari, but everything else I would recommend over and over again. The garden seating was beautiful, and I felt like I wasn't even in the middle of downtown wilmington. Can't wait to come again to try their other food selection and drinks. read more

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I am a huge Bardea fan! I think this is one set of restaurants that can compare to restaurants in Philadelphia. This is my second time at Bardea Steak and it was a great experience BUT not as good as the first time. I do like that they have Happy Hour which allows you to try a small portion of their menu. There is even one vegetarian option on there! This time around the cocktails were just okay. They had a fruity espresso cocktail that they bartender raved about... would not get again. I tried the empanadas and they were delicious but I also got a house salad which was a big portion but it truly lacked flavor and some parts were pink. Now this time the HH menu bit me based on technicality. Classic cocktails are considered part of happy hour which are not listed in the actual menu, only signature cocktails. Something to beware of next time. Great place with incredible staff. read more

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Dropped in for happy hour before a show at The Queen next door. It was a little back and forth because we didn't know we could reserve space for Happy Hour in the bar area; but you can do so via the reservation app or call. Our server name was Austin, and he was amazing! The food we ordered: * Wings * Raw Oysters * Bao Bun * Shrimp Taco (my personal favorite) * Meatballs All the food was so good and fresh; service was awesome and it was a great experience. I would love to come back and have dinner here in the regular dining room. read more

This was our first time art Bardea steak and it was definitely a five out of five! The atmosphere was super nice and classy, and our waiter was very very attentive. He got us water and then got our drinks for us and then came back to read off the menu and go over a few other things. We decided to go with the Aberdeen Angus in a New York strip cut and the Piedmonte's in a fillet cut. Both steaks were cooked perfectly and had the right amount of char on top. For sides, we opted for the mac & cheese and the broccoli di ciccio. The mac & cheese was absolutely amazing as was the broccoli. The broccoli had a nice kick to it from the chili, which I loved. We ended with dessert and both decided to get gelato. I got the chocolate banana and my partner got the tropical! Both delicious! This is definitely a place we plan to frequent again. I would love to come with a group of four and try the steak tasting experience. read more

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(4.35) ~ Very good Overall Food & service. Note: They have Valet Parking -or- Street Parking -or- garage parking. DRINKS: ** Siphon Coffee = (4.5) Very Cool Experience (see photo:) It's strong & shareable. ** Water (tap) = (4.25) Very good, Must be filtered;) ** Syrah (bottle) Wine = (4.25) Very good FOOD: ** Piedmontese Filet (medium rare) = (4.75) Great! Easily a Top Three Filet Mignon All-time for me!:) ** Chocolate Bananas Foster = (4.5) Very Tasty! ** Smoked Red Cabbage (side) = (4.35) Very tasty Treat! ** Shrimp Cocktail = (4.25) Very big Shrimp ** Japanese Wagyu = (4.25) Very good, but not great for the price... ** Bobbie Bao Bun (snack) = (4.15) Very creative, but wanted more cranberry! ** Loaded Potato (side) = (4.15) very good ** Mushrooms (side) = (4) very good, although I prefer button mushrooms. read more

Bardea Steak - Siphon Coffee = (4.5) Very Cool Experience! It's strong & shareable. - Steakhouses Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

The whole experience was fantastic! The food was amazing, and our server, Darrell, was great--so knowledgeable about the menu and gave us some excellent recommendations. I'm definitely coming back soon! read more

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Crab gyoza was amazing and staff were nice. Even at happy hour pricing, still an expensive spot. Might possibly return for happy hour, but probably not for dinner as nothing else was very impressive. read more

Bardea Steak - Crab gyoza - Steakhouses Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

Bardea Steak never fails to deliver. Amazing food, service, and an overall great atmosphere! read more

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Can't believe it took us so long to try this gem! Upon arrival we were welcomed and made to feel special. The service was excellent and only rivaled by the meal. The pace of the meal was perfect too. So often we feel pressured to eat and dash. This is a happy, albeit late, find. read more

We had a great date night at Bardea Steak. The atmosphere is great. The service was great. Our waiter was new, but very knowledgeable. The food was delicious. Some of the portions are small, but the flavors are definitely there! Our only complaint was the wait. We had reservations but were in there for far too long. It took forever to get our drinks, bread, and food. I'm not sure if they were understaffed or if this is normal because no explanation was given to us. read more

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Food was amazing. Steak (delmonico) was cooked perfect and the meatball appetizer was a great plate. Service was 5 star. Highly recommend. Inside is just right. Will definitely repeat here. read more

Bardea Steak - Delmonico and broccolini - Steakhouses Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

We loved our who experience at Bardea Steak for date night this week! The service was exceptional. The filet and ribeye were so tender you almost didn't even need a knife. The broccoli and the mushrooms had such captivating flavors that paired perfectly with our steaks. The cocktails and wine were perfectly paired with our meals. Would love to try more on the cocktail menu! Will definitely be back again! read more

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Went to Bardea a few weeks ago and participated in the tasting menu. It was 10 course and each course was so unique and made with care. We did not feel rushed at all throughout the process, the waiter took his time to explain each course. The ambiance is moody and dark which is perfect for a steak house. I will definitely be going back. read more

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The service was good and the ambiance was very nice. However, the appetizers were However over cooked, and the steaks were just okay.

So amazing and delicious! I was there for a work conference and this was definitely one of my favorite places to eat. I love their sister restaurant next door as well. read more

My husband and I came here for a date night and are already planning our next visit back! I've been thinking about our meal here every day because it was so sensational! We began with the creamed chipped beef croquettes which were perfectly savory and incredible. We also ordered the lamb gnocchi which were our favorite bites of the whole year! The gnocchi were perfect little cloud pillows and the tikka masala lamb on top was so flavorful and well seasoned. For our mains, I had the Japanese Wagyu, which obviously lived up to its reputation of being buttery and beyond tender. My husband ordered the delmonico which was so flavorful and sumptuous with the guava bernaise on the side (a must get!). We shared the loaded potato on the side which was not your traditional baked potato but so soft and flavorful and tasty. For dessert we shared the bananas foster and it was exquisite! A truly stupendous meal from start to finish, and one that we can't wait to have again! read more

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The food was great: the tapas style encourages you to order different things which I enjoyed. The service was amazing. My waitress was extremely attentive and was willing to switch out anything we weren't truly happy with read more

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Wow. Did not disappoint. Our server Daniel was amazing, and the drinks were great. I would recommend the boa buns! Stole the show. We came back the NEXT night it was so good. Phil was our server and we did the steak flight. WOW. read more

It was my first time patronizing Bardea Steak; as I have been to Bardea many times. It was a great end to a night at The Grand Opera House. I removed most pictures from my cell but these are what remain. You will not be disappointed! Food, service and ambience is top notch. I would venture to say I enjoyed it more than the original Bardea! read more

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Steak was good, appetizer were better especially during happy hour. Bartender makes good drinks, I recommend going 5-7 pm

The atmosphere was lovely, very intimate and ideal for a date night. As for the food, we made the mistake of ordering something other than steak. While the food was perfectly fine and we finished our dishes, it was not worth the very high price. Not to mention the portions were minuscule so it wasn't hard to clear our plates. The best dish we had was a fancy carrot...and it cost $15.00 so you can imagine how much the rest of the menu was priced. Always remember to order steak at a place with "steak" in the name. read more

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The good..taste, ambiance and service. The bad..price, portion size and variety. Overall this is an average restaurant, not horrible, not exceptional. Steak has good flavor, but that can be had at any steak restaurant. The sides are small and over priced. I would probably come for a Happy Hour meal but not for dinner. read more

We had an amazing experience. The steak was close to the best I've ever had in the service and kindness from the host as well as our waiter could not be better. read more

Took my wife here for our anniversary. The atmosphere was very nice. We had the Butcher's Fest and were not disappointed. Our appetizer and sides were equally as delicious. Our server Phil was absolutely amazing, on point with suggestions when asked and anticipated our needs throughout the evening. Definitely the best all around dining experience we have had in Wilmington. read more

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A dining experience with beautiful decor. They easily accommodated 8 of us + a toddler with excellent timely service & much appreciated menu guidance. Started with a cocktail each and then got 2 bottles of wine to share with the table. Perfectly predicted what we should order to get the most out of the meats, sides, and desserts. Highly recommend the butchers flight if with 4 or more people as well as the lobster roll(my favorite), the burnt ends and the bao bun appetizer was the crowd favorites. The tasting for 150$ they couldn't do for our big party but the waiter did say it encompasses 90% of their menu and my husband and I will definitely be coming back to do that! Keep in mind this will not be a cheaper dinner but in my opinion a unique steak lovers experience well worth the cost. read more

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Looking for great food, great service and a wonderful ambiance? Bardea Steak is the place for you then! We went here for the first time recently, attending a private event. What we first noticed was how clean and cozy the inside was, inclusive of a fireplace even. The staff was friendly and sat us right away. As appetizers (again we had the benefit of being at an event) they served vegetables with sunflower hummus, tomato pie, and elk meatballs. Honestly every single one was amazing. The hummus was super flavorful with a delicious hint of lime. The meatballs were melt in your mouth soft. The tomato pie was super thick. Next came the house salad with toasted almonds and cured egg. Again, just so tasty and a great combination of flavor. For the main course I had the picanha, which is a cut of steak from a Holstein that has a good amount of marbling, which means it was also juicy and flavorful. I really tried to savor it but it was just so good and I probably ate it too fast. My significant other had the filet which is a sirloin that comes from an Australian Wagyu. He also ate it pretty fast as it too was tender and juicy. Both steaks were cooked to perfection. As an added bonus, there were water containers on the table so we could refill our waters as we needed, which is a touch I always love (as I drink a lot of water). Then finally, as the grand finale, we had dessert, which I don't know what it was called but it was strawberry filled goodness. That's the only thing I actually took a picture of :) All in all, I'd love to go back. Yes, it is pricey, but it is an upscale restaurant and seems like it would be great for a date night, anniversary, birthday dinner or any time you just want to splurge. read more

Bardea Steak - Steakhouses Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

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This place is ok. It has a nice ambiance to it and the bar service is good. However, the prices for food and wine are overbearing. My recommendation is to come for happy hour so you don't break the bank. read more

Bardea Steak was really good and they do a fantastic job with food presentation. The steak was delicious, as it should be, and we had a bunch of other tasty appetizers. Personally, I really was not a fan of the ostrich or the beef tartare, but I will say that the red cabbage, dates en nogada, and red snapper, along with the steak (of course) were some great choices. I really enjoyed the macaron ice creams and the dulce & bananas dessert. Overall, I would recommend if you're a steak person, but be prepared to bring $$$. read more

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Amazing meal and experience, I was a first time visitor celebrating a birthday!!! Truly a gem, to me this shouldn't be compared to a "traditional" steakhouse because this is all about introducing people to specific types of steak that you wouldn't get or have prepared anywhere else. In my opinion this restaurant puts most steakhouses in any city to shame. Everything that came to the table was a work of art, hit 10 out of 10 in terms of taste. We got the butcher's feast, red cabbage, loaded potatoes.....(loaded potatoes was ridiculously good), carrot cake, and lavender honey gelato for dessert. All I can say is if I ever had to decide on a last meal it's coming from this restaurant!!! 5 stars all the way, well done Bardea and Chef DiMeo, I'm looking forward coming back soon! read more

We were a party of six and the seating was comfortable, Not crowded or too close to other patrons. The waiter was friendly and helpful. When I looked at the menu I thought the prices for sides were kind of ridiculous, but the waiters tour of the menu explained that the sides were intended for two or three diners. They were. My main complaint was that none of the food was served warm enough. Plates came out hot, but the food wasn't. The loaded potato was undercooked. The mushrooms were delicious. The house salad was very fresh and tasty. Four of us shared the Butchers Feast plus add on. The steak was cooked as ordered, medium rare, and was tender and flavorful. Again, by the time it was rested, carved, served and a long winded explanation by the server, it was lukewarm at best. I wouldn't choose to return, but others in the party would. read more

The atmosphere is relaxing and it's a place that has potential but felt like an experience was lacking. We were seated and you're given four different menus. Our server was polite but we weren't really walked through any of the menu items- we only received recommendations because we asked for them. We ordered the Australian Wagyu and honestly I've had better steak, was disappointed for this being a steak house. My partner ordered the picanha that come served with a chimmicuri. This plate was super delicious! Definitely worth trying if you're looking for something new. The bernaise is also delicious! But is an added cost on the side. The sides were super underwhelming. We got the loaded potato- one small potatoes cut into slices, served in a creamy sauce but had no flavor. The broccoli was also super disappointing. Even with a tomatoe crema, they tasted like they were scorched in the oven. The chocolate cake dessert was honestly the best part. The total wasn't bad- the wagyu was $44 and the other was around $55. I'd probably give this place another try if I'm in the mood for red meat, but wouldn't recommend it if you're looking for a place to celebrate an occasion. read more

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Ambience outdoors - good Decor outdoors - good Plates/serving dishes- simple and tasteful Steak knives - blunt Service - fair Side dishes - fair Steak ( the main event) - completely over marinated/ flavored and lacking salt. So very disappointing. We remember going to Bardea restaurant when it first opened and experienced odd flavors in our food too. read more

Cocktails are phenomenal, the ambiance is modern and sophisticated, and the steak is AMAZING. Also get the dates on the appetizer menu, they melted in my mouth. Highly recommend read more

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Visiting the area for work, was recommended to try because local coworkers love original Bardea. Ambiance - 4/5: Esthetic is nice and will probably be even better during warmer months once outdoor seating opens. Music nice but a bit too loud. Hard to have a convo without yelling and couldn't hear server very well. Service - 2/5: Greeting by hostess was lukewarm at best. Sever very soft spoken and rushed through explaining the menus. Newer restaurant so a little time to help your patrons understand how you prepare your items would have helped. Nothing came out as expected but we also didn't know what to expect. Whenever we questioned anything the server would say "it's not a normal...". Ex. Ordered glass of Sauvignon blanc, had a weird bite to it. Asked the server if it were truly S.B. and her response was "well it's not your typical Sauvignon blanc". Why would you not say that when we ordered it. She seemed to be in a rush to take our plates away while we still had lots of food on the table and deep in conversation. Would be understandable if steak and sides were gone but not even close to empty. Felt rushed even though restaurant was only 3/4s full. Food- 1/5: I'd probably give a 0 if it weren't for the cube bread (that she offered but then charged us $8 for but I digress) and the Cabernet. There for four of us. We ordered the chef's steak sampler, loaded potatoes, spinach pot pie, and Mac & cheese to share. We ordered the steaks to be medium. Out of the six types they sent out, most were medium well with well done end pieces. Crunchy and tasteless, tasted like not even salt and pepper were used. Can't remember all of the cuts but we did have a ribeye that was extremely disappointing. They came with a chimichurri, a raspberry sauce, and a house Demi glaze. The chimchurri, although green, tasted like pure oil. The raspberry sauce and demi were both decent. The sides were odd. The loaded potato was a full potato cut into 4 pieces with a sauce on the plate. Sauce had to have been flour based because that's what it tasted like. Creamed spinach pot pie was spinach in a beefy tasting roux like base in a croissant like crust. Not good. Very odd as the spinach was just wilted spinach, no garlic, seasonings, just spinach in a roux in a croissant. Mac and cheese had an odd after taste. Not sure what but not good. Out of all of that, 4 people left enough food uneaten that another two people could have eaten. $300+ for an very disappointing experience. Had it not been a business dinner, I'd be livid! read more

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