Cute seafood restaurant right on the water. I found the experience very much like one I could expect in New England. The food backs it up as well. Once I saw shrimp and grits on the menu, I immediately zeroed in on that. I love shrimp and grits going back to my Winchester days. Succulent shrimp, cheesy grits, and a nice porky meat to give it extra character. Here they use chorizo. But ham or bacon are good options as well. I also like that they give you eight big pieces of shrimp. Not like other restaurants that only give you two or four prawns and call it a day. The crab bisque is good too. A tasty soup that works well this time of year. Even though it was cold the first go around, the second one tasted hot and fresh. Of course it would taste good. The Delmarva region is abundant in crabs. Just as I would expect a clam chowder to taste great in New England or Manhattan. One thing to nitpick, it should come with oyster crackers, not saltines. They work better when it comes to a bisque or a chowder. Besides that, I have little to complain about. read more

The common theme in many of the reviews for Striper Bites is "...it's a favorite of the locals..." Lewes, DE is one of my favorite places for quick weekend trips, and after visiting Striper Bites quite often, not only is this place a favorite of the locals, but for us "tourists" also. Located in the quaint downtown, Striper Bites pays homage to Lewes' history as a former Dutch whaling and port city with nautical themed decor. Large wooden barrels, ship steering wheels, mounted fish and nets adorn the walls and accent the dark wooden furniture and color palette. There is a diverse menu, but when I'm in town with friends and family...I keep it simple. I'll usually start with one of the many beers on draft; check the chalkboard for what's on tap from the ever changing selection. The crab dip is an AMAZING appetizer. Chunks of crab meat are mixed in with cheese, given a quick bake, and served with buttered toast points. Great for sharing. You can also ask for additional pieces of bread (which I usually do) to sop up any residual dip. The bistro burger is nothing fancy...but everything a good pub style burger should be. A well seasoned angus beef patty is grilled is topped with aged white cheddar, bacon jam, house sauce, arugula, and nestled in a briche bun. The side of fries are also nice and crispy. Honestly, I've had the fish and chips, the fried shrimp, and other seafood dishes, and no suprise, it's all good. Service is always friendly, but not always as "prompt" when it gets busy - which in the summer during the high tourist season - but that's to be understood. Every town needs a neighborhood gathering spot like Striper Bites. read more

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My wife and I were in Lewes for the weekend. We hadn't been to Striper Bites for awhile so we decided to visit. We had a great waiter. He was efficient, helpful and fast with both our drink order and food. We decided to try the whole chicken and side (waiter allowed us to do a split side order of collard greens and brussel sprouts). Chicken was very tender. Quantity was significant enough that I had enough left over for a lunch the next day. We'll be back for this special deal ($39) and to experience the wonderful drinks and ambiance. read more

I ordered the shrimp and grits, uh oh. Looks like no other dish of the same name I have ever had. Just a mashup of chorizo cheesy sauce covering a bed of grits. Shrimp arranged on the side. My wife got one of the rolls which was dry and seemed like it was prepped sometime in the past. Just not fresh tasting, disappointing. I might try lunch or happy hour but pass on dinner, no ROI in that meal. Service average, ambience zero, noise level medium depending on seats. read more

A very diverse menu. If you cannot find something here that appeals to you then just stop eating out. good value- large portions for price. accommodating for gluten allergies as well. read more

We were greeted immediately by the hostess who was friendly and polite. She told us there would be a 20 minute wait so we found a spot at the bar and ordered drinks. The place is cute, it also has outdoor seating which I wish we could have chosen; because it was really loud inside. The food was good, but pricey. We had the whipped ricotta with honey as an appetizer and salmon as our entree's. Maybe our server was having an off day, but her attitude towards us just didn't make me feel welcomed. She did her job, it just wasn't warm and fuzzy. Overall, I would give it a second chance, but maybe for just drinks and an appetizer at the bar. read more

All of it. The food (Snapper, blackened). Had no reservation but was able to get in on a Saturday night. Thank you. read more

Friendly staff, large menu. Perfect for when you are having dinner with a group that can't agree on anything. My wife dad split a dozen oysters and i had the Brussels stouts, everyone loved the apps. I had the chicken sandwich and it was great. Will definitely go back next time I'm in the area. read more

I really want to like this place; I loved the feel of it. The booths were cozy and the place had a good feel. I want to be consistent in my reviews and I will be back to try other dishes. We had starters, seared tuna ( I feel it needed more seasoned), maple goat cheese salad ( found this to be on the sweet side) pears, grapes, dried cherries, toffee pecans and a maple walnut dressing. We also had a Caesar as well. Entrees had a couple of sushi rolls, firecrackers and the dragon roll, a Caesar with grilled chicken and a couple of filet specials. They were cooked to temp but lacked seasoning and a good beef flavor. For the price it was fine but was expecting more. That's why I'll be back and try something else. We washed it down with a couple of Juggernaut Cabernets. Service was fine but wasn't sure why it wasn't busier. read more

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Great option for those looking for GF. Several GF options so choose from and you also have the option for burgers with GF buns. Great environment and service are also a plus. Would def recommend read more

SKIP!! The food that did come out was beyond bland. There was no seasoning in any of our meals. We ordered the crab dip, oysters, lobster roll and the lewes style MP. The crab dip and oysters didn't make it to our table, can't speak to the quality. We just sat there for over 30 minutes, while other parties were served. Waiter looked all surprised that we didn't get our meals. The lobster roll only looks appealing in pictures. The fish had a lot of bones left after being it being fillet. We sat outside on the patio, which was charming. read more

Just another failed Atlas Restaurant Group takeover, Striper Bites failed at nearly everything we ordered as a party of 4. My fish and chips was moist but undercooked and not as crispy as I would have preferred. My wife's Poke bowl was a joke, it wasn't a poke bowl at all. It was warm, completely unseasoned ahi tuna crammed into a small bowl with the other unmixed ingredients. No sesame oil, no Hawaiian salt, no soy sauce (really?) and no wasabi. And it was so jammed into a smallish bowl, there was no way it could be mixed well at the table. It was the worst imaginable rendition of a poke bowl. Our dining companion ordered the Rockfish ($34). It was a nice piece of fish but the skin was flabby with no attempt by the kitchen to crisp the skin,which is a must. Our Striper Bites special salad was ordered with dressing on the side; it arrived completely saturated in an overly-sweet vinaigrette and was inedible. A sushi roll appetizer was slathered in a sticky sweet sauce that did not resemble Japanese sushi. I will concede that one of our companions enjoyed the hot honey chicken sandwich, but it was not remotely enough to save the meal for the other three of us. One and done. The server was attentive. The room was ear-shatteringly loud. read more

Striper bites is a small restaurant with great food and friendly service. There is nothing fancy about it. It not in the main drag but it is a popular local place. It has the feel of a small pub but the food is anything but pub fare. It's a great place to just catch a bite . read more

Surprisingly enjoyed our lunch! The bistro burger was very soft and delicious. The staff was knowledgeable and service was fast.

Incredible sushi roll! I'm always very weary ordering sushi at spots that serve other types of food but this was actually one of the best I've had in years. The crab cakes where incredible as well. Service was fast and friendly and we were able to get seated right away for our party of 6 and baby. read more

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Food quality seems to have gone downhill over the past year. Disappointing since this was one of my favorite places in Lewes.

My friend called it stripper bites and now I can't unhear it Stripper bites was fine, I shared the crab dip and the seafood linguine stew with a friend. Okay the crab dip was SO DELICIOUS, honestly very salty but a really good amount of crab!!! Scrumptious tbh but you should definitely ask for extra bread when you order bc 5 pieces was not enough. I would skip the seafood stew though, the broth was weak, and the seafood kinda weak tbh, but the shrimp were good, I bet their other shrimp dishes are delicious read more

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The best shrimp and grits I've ever had, and a mammoth portion! Great service and reasonable (for a beach town in summer)

Bottom Line: Seafood and American fare served in a comfortable, coastal-inspired restaurant. My husband and I went to Striper Bites for a late Saturday lunch in March. The restaurant was mostly empty so it made for a pleasently quiet lunch and we enjoyed the casual sea-side decor including charming interior windows. We started with the Lewes Beach Bruschetta which was the most delicious bruschetta I've ever had and it was also beautifully presented. The bruschetta had roasted squash on it so I was worried it might be a tad bitter but nope, it was excellent and for a moment I debated ordering a second one for my lunch. However, ultimately I decided to get the steamed shrimp appetizer and soup of the day for lunch. The soup of the day was a creamy sausage soup and at $10 I thought it was pricey. For $10 I suspect the crab bisque would have been a better pick. Anyway, the steamed shrimp were perfectly cooked. My husband had the Striper Bites club which featured Mahi and bacon and he loved every single bite. Overall service was pretty good and we had a relaxing experience. We were able to get a parking spot in the public lot across the way which was convenient. I would definitely return and try some more menu items and order the Bruschetta again. read more

Delicious! Service was fast and waitstaff were really nice. We loved the outdoor seating area where we sat with our dog. Our waitress brought out plenty of water and a cup of ice cubes for our dog too, which was awesome. The food was amazing! read more

Striper Bites - Lobster roll with fries and fish tacos - Seafood Near Me - Lewes, Delaware

Delicious seafood! We've been coming to Rehoboth Beach for 7 years now but we only found this gem of a restaurant a couple years ago - definitely worth the drive! read more

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Excellent menu, great food, even better value. Popular with locals. We're regulars and eat at the very friendly bar. Todd Manning, the chief bartender, is at the top of his game and a good man. read more

We visited Striper Bites with another couple to have a relaxed meal after a day out on the boat. We were seated in the bar section and about 10 times during our meal the bar tender through bottles into a container that made a very loud crashing sound. We told our server about it and asked to speak with a manager about it, but they didn't bother. My wife and I have dined there frequently, however tonight will be the last time. All of us jumped every time a bottle was thrown in the trash. I suggest you replace your bartender that has a little respect for the customers you serve. Not happy. read more

Stripper bites as I kept calling it lol is a pub vibe place with many TVs but has huge portions and interesting seafood dishes that are delicious and fresh! My family and I sat at the bar and the bartenders kept ignoring us and serving us a group that they knew. We got the mango punch which was really good and not as expensive as other places. The hostess was really nice and got my mom crab bisque while we waited because her blood sugar was crashing. The crab bisque is a must and has a nice old bay seasoning with a lot of crab meat. We also got the nachos as an appetizer, it's huge but I wish it had more toppings. I got the lobster roll which was super fresh and barely had any filler and wasn't covered in mayo or butter, I got the grits on the side and which were also delicious! My mom got the lewes style with halibut and it was a big portion, fish was cooked well, and everything was well seasoned. My dad liked his tuna pasta. My friend got the veggie roll and said it was super bland and too sticky, so I wouldn't recommend the sushi. Our waitress was really nice and the food didn't take long to come out. read more

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Solid meal - great seafood, friendly service. Took a bit for the food to be prepared, but overall good - some dishes better than others. the crab cakes were lump full of crab meat, the fish and chips were tasty as well. would return read more

Excellent service! great ambience !amazing food! Will definitely remember and return! read more

Ended up being a good option for a group of 8 trying to find a place in Lewes for a late lunch. I was expecting a huge wait but our timing was good and we were seated within about 20 minutes. We all shared two plates of the Seared Tuna Bites for $14. They were fantastic. Sesame crusted seared tuna on fried wonton triangles drizzled with mayo/soy. They were so good. If they had an entree version, I'd order them for my main meal. There was a lot of sharing because it was our first time there. Selections included the Bistro Burger for $16 and it included bacon jam, cheese, and arugula. Everyone who got it loved it. One person ordered the Mediterranean Wrap for $14. They said it was very good but nothing unique. One person ordered the Fried Rockfish Burrito for $15 and thought it was really good. Very filling, too. Another person ordered the signature club and it was tasty for $16. Everything we had was good. The seared tuna bites were excellent. Pretty typical beach-friendly bar food. Prices were decent for the location. No space for desserts after the starter, mains, and drinks. I love crab bisque and I saw it being eaten at several tables so that's on my list of things to try the next time I go. Same goes for the brussels sprouts starter. It looked amazing. Atmosphere is fun and the restaurant has that coastal vibe. There seem to be locals who choose this as a favorite watering hole. I definitely plan to return. read more

Nice place to have lunch with the dogs in downtown Lewes . The wife and I split an order of the fried brussel sprouts, I had the rockfish burrito. The wife opted for the steamed shrimp and cream of crab soup. Everything tasted great, and Service was great, they even brought water for the dogs. And the Cold beer was very refreshing. read more

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Sadly not a good experience at all..... we used to go to Striper Bites frequently, then stopped during covid. Looking for somewhere different my 2 friends and I decided to try for lunch today. The Good- a lovely hostess who seated us promptly. The waiter brought us water right away. The shrimp my friends got on their salads was good but very pricey. ! That's the good. We all ordered salads, 2 of us the New Burrata salad and one the House salad. The description of the Burrata salad is below. Sounds great be right ? NEW! BURRATA SALAD 15 Burrata cheese, arugula, strawberries, blueberries, roasted sunflower seeds, strawberry balsamic, cracked black pepper The salad was tasteless. The Arugula was not fresh, the Burrata was flavorless, there were 2 slices of strawberries, 2 blueberries, we couldn't see roasted sunflower seeds, the dressing was flavorless, and there was no discernible pepper. We had to get up to find waiter and ask for more dressing hoping that would help. It didn't. Same for the house salad. Flavorless. No one ever checked back, asked if the food was to our liking. We asked for the check, the waiter asked if we wanted to go boxes and we declined- a great time to ask if the meal was to our liking. Never happened. The check with tip was $27 per person, when we split the check 3 ways, for a really lousy salad and water. Sorry - I never write such negative reviews, but this was terrible. The restaurant was not busy- no excuse for this. We won't be going back. read more

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From the outside, looks like a quaint little place, but spacious inside - Good food and service. Loved the floor window into the wine cellar. Had a good time on a visit to this nice little beach town. read more

Striper Bites - Porch dining/seating area. - Seafood Near Me - Lewes, Delaware

We always enjoy our yearly visits to Striper Bites! The food is consistently good and the staff is great as well. Enjoyed being able to sit on the patio with our pup as well! read more

We had crab cake sandwiches which were well priced and tasted delicious. I had mashed potatoes which were excellent and my mom had cole slaw which she said was very good. The inside has very cool decor and the service was good. Cool bar area and outdoor seating area as well. Was our first time there and we will definitely be back! read more

We stopped at Striper's for lunch and we're pleasantly surprised with the lunch menu selection. Price: there are a lot of options on the Sunday-Thursday lunch menu with most being under $16. We were happily surprised with the value, especially for seafood dishes. The lobster roll pictured was only $23 and packed with lobster meat. Taste: the club was good and the mahi mahi on it was cooked well. The fries that it came with completely lacked any seasoning. The crab nachos were a miss. These are my least favorite kind of nachos where they're just covered in shredded cheese and heated, so everything gets rubbery and stuck together. The lobster roll was delicious and didn't have any added junk. Not pictured: turkey burger with coleslaw. Coleslaw had a very odd after taste making it inedible. Crab cake sandwich and rockfish burrito were delicious. Overall, pretty good meal and we would probably try some other stuff on the menu. The nachos really knocked off 1 star and between the fries and coleslaw, that took the second one. read more

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We had the fish board. It was very good, and the service was excellent. The atmosphere was very nice as well. Great place.

Delicious!! Great wait staff who were extremely friendly. Will be back for sure!! Ambiance was great!

Once again it's an overall thumbs up on the service and meal! The only complaint on this visit was that the Crab Bisque Soup was overly salty and barely like warm! Won't stop us from going back again! Prices were up but what's not! read more

Amazing seafood! Had the swordfish, lightly blackened with the grits and spinach, Lewes style. Absolutely delicious! The service was great and the staff were friendly. Will definitely come back again read more

Striper Bites - Swordfish - Seafood Near Me - Lewes, Delaware

Came here for an off season solo dinner night! It was around 6pm and the place was already packed so you know it's a good sign (for a Wednesday night). Wednesday night was also $9 sushi night. I sat at a table by the bar and took in my surroundings. There was a lot of fish/Nautical themed decorations which fit the name of the restaurant. I ordered the tempera roll and the sea bass from the fish board. When you order from the fish board the price includes the fish, spinach and mash potatoes. I first got my sushi roll. Omg presentation was great! And the roll was really delicious. I kind of got full from the roll itself. I was skeptical at first since this place was a seafood place and now they were attempting a Japanese dish but they did a really good job! I got the seabass and presentation was also beautiful. Fish was light and flaky. Cooked very well and seasoned very well. Yumm! Mash was nice and creamy. Spinach was just spinach. Very much enjoyed my meal. There was an issue with the bill at the end but the waitress was nice enough to look into it for me and resolved the issue. Would def. Come back again for another meal :) read more

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Very cute place and cool looking bar area. I had the Fish and Chips with the Blue Catfish, really really good. Cocktails were very good. The waiter was a huge tall guy, so friendly and the service was excellent. read more

Cool atmosphere, loads of great boating and fish decor, nice selection of draft beers, patio out front for nice days. Friendly waitstaff. We ordered the tuna appetizer. I think the tuna slices are a bit smaller than they used to be. One chip had two pieces, the others just one. Tasty but I thought the sauce was a bit overpowering for tuna. Served on a bed of seaweed salad. We shared a large Caesar salad. Chopped small pieces of romaine. I thought the Parmesan cheese and croutons were perhaps from a package? Good portion and the dressing isn't too creamy. It was Sunday, so we tried the wings. Buffalo, nice and crispy with a great hot sauce and excellent blue cheese dressing. The Gochujang sauce was much sweeter than I expected. This place is now part of the Big Fish Family so members can earn rewards points. read more