The Hen pecked and pulled out a Good Egg. Late summer, necessary beach weekend, Mom and I headed down 95 to favorite- Rehoboth. After many a weekend spent and many a restaurant tried we welcomed new eats at The Blue Hen. This menu is intriguing- small, tight but inventive- we were so excited to eat here! Was wonderful in having a table ready when we arrived for at-will, no reserve seating at about 7pm. Quiet corner. Promptly greeted by our server. She was gracious, so nice, and helpful our whole dining time. We ordered readily, in Mom's overwhelming hunger, lolol. Ordered the Lobster Toast and the Yellow Tomato Gazpacho, as starters. Amazingly accommodating on our order of this gorgeous gazpacho. We were given 2 bowls to split this tomato beauty. A few spoons of smooth & sweet, acidic, flavorful, gripping. Could have ordered more! The Lobster Toast- Accompanied by a concoction of radish, sesame, bitter-sweet....stunning bites in this salad. Unfamiliar but pronounced in the combination. Well done. The lobster- Absent. Wished for an open faced variety. Or at least a dish that advocates for lobster. Charge more. Bigger brioche. Pronounce those beautiful lobster bites in presentation. The lobster as served, was not the star. Ok, a moment for cocktails though- Whoa. Killer kill. The Church Girl Martini. Blessed be in evil, haha This Girl was too tasty in being that strong. So good in flavor, unbeknownst combos. A definite Watch Yourself and watch out for!! Entrees.....well when ordering was told the Sea Bream was out- disappointed on that. The entree menu is small, so should keep available. And when we entered the restaurant it was busier after we sat....so why out of a primary fish already?? So decided ahead- Mom had the Burger and I had the Crab Cake Sandwich. The burger- smashed, but still big patties. A perfect medium. Good overall. The bacon jam was an ask on the side. The bacons were really spicy lardons and were delicious. My crab cake sandwich. Hmmm. You are a sandwich. For the pricing, it's not there. Ate the Lumps, but the rest of the sandwich should I say was in the Dumps? Nothing to be said of standout. Would recommend putting this crab cake as a stand alone entree with accompaniment. Forget the bun. Overall food gets a 3.75. Drinks, environment and service a 4. The Blue Hen is not Spent. But also is not the Top Chicken. read more

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Definitely a decent option when you're in rehobeth! There was only a 10 min wait on a Saturday night which isn't bad given how busy other places can get. The oysters were very fresh and the salmon main with bokchoy is delicious. The calamari is interesting with bits of salami. Fish dip is a bit bland but tastes clean and healthy lol. Server seemed annoyed throughout the whole night but maybe it was an off day for her. read more

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Great place! Friendly service and excellent bar. We started with happy hour which is daily from 4-5. The deals on food and drink are really good. We started with drinks and apps and progressed to the full menu for entrees. My salmon crudo app was fresh and delicious and the accompanying sauce was lovely. The sea bream was amazing. The carrots and fennel were great as sides. I'm normally concerned when fish comes out with skin but this skin was actually crispy! So good. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his oysters and steak tartare. At present the happy hour price on 1/2 dozen oysters is $12, which is a steal. read more

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I came here for happy hour and had an excellent experience. The service was friendly and attentive. It wasn't terribly loud or anything - a great vibe for chilling. The food was so tasty. I got a bit too much to drink, so I only clearly remember the oysters, but my friends raved about the other food we ordered. For example, we ordered a side of biscuits and they came with a surprisingly delicious guava jam. They have a great happy hour deal on a half-dozen oysters so we had tons of those. The star of the show, though, is their frosé. I think it's normally $12 or $13, but it was $8 for happy hour. It's strong and smooth and refreshing and not too sweet. I downed 2.5 of these bad boys on an empty stomach and some oysters. If I come back to Rehoboth Beach, I would absolutely be back! read more

The Blue Hen - oysters and frosé for happy hour - American Near Me - Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

The blue hen was a very nicely decorated restaurant with a good presentation of ambience. Lots of windows let in light to remind you that you were in a touristy seaside town. The outdoor warmers on the front entry patio danced with flickering flames adding to the ambiance even in the dusk the wait staff took a team approach which was good The calamari was good. And topped with a sweet aoli and carrots and peppers. The fried chicken platter was good A bit pricey ($29).but you have got to pay for that decor. The chicken wand tender and fried well. It was season on the outside but could have used a little marination to bring out the internal flavor. The collard greens were real good. Tasted like somebody's grandmother was in the kitxhn. Good flavor of the vegetable itself without any sugar or vinegar. The Mac and cheese was good but could have benefited from the cheddar cheese in the mix. Good experience but would explore others in the future. Been there done that. read more

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Patio was nice, service was good. Fish was overcooked, extremely oily, and bland. Cocktail was tasty though. Maybe I just got the wrong thing. read more

We stopped in for a drink but ended up staying for dinner. The fire-pits outside and the cute bar inside changed our mind to stay. My son loved the biscuits especially the honey butter. His fried chicken was so crispy and light. The mac and cheese was ok, he didn't like the type of pasta in it. My hubby & I shared the steak tartare. Presentation & taste were 5 stars but the amount wasn't enough to use up my slice of sourdough bread. We wishes we had more. The marrow was a nice touch and de-licious! My Tuna crudo was my least favorite dish. The mango sauce was too sweet and over powered the delicate tuna. I wouldn't order again. My husband was disappointed in his pasta dish, not enough favor and he didn't like the type of pasta! 3 out of 5 dishes were winners. Lastly, our waitress was awesome! read more

We had a wonderful date night at the blue hen! The server was awesome, we loved the vibe of the place and the food was amazing! We started with the seafood platter and a salad to share. for dinner I got the scallops and my partner got one of the pasta dishes, I forgot the name but it had crab in it. It was all so very fresh and we would absolutely come back again! read more

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My wife and I had a lovely dinner meal on the outside patio while spending a few days at the beach. Information online was confusing as to their Happy Hour hours, so we missed out on that, but our cocktails and the few dishes we shared were all quite tasty. We shared a zucchini bloom appetizer special, a summer salad and their lobster toast. The zucchini blooms were stuffed with feta cheese, lightly breaded and fries until golden brown. They were served with a spicy remoulade sauce that complimented the creamy feta just right. Honestly, the summer salad was a bit too bitter for my taste, but my wife enjoyed it. The greens were mesclun topped with watermelon, cucumbers, feta and a vinaigrette dressing. The lobster toast was the most intriguing (and tasty) dish...think upscale grilled cheese. The grilled bread contained a cream cheese mixture of lobster, scallions and celery topped with spiralized cucumber and a hot pepper jelly. It was such an unusual flavor combination, but it worked! Would definitely like to return during proper HH times and also sample a larger portion of their menu. read more

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The food and drinks here were great. The classic julep and the aperol spritz were refreshing and well made. The oysters were also fresh and delicious. The spaghetti wasn't heavy and had good flavors. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating available. The service was good and I had a nice experience overall. read more

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We had a very lovely dinner at the Blue Hen with our family that included a toddler and baby. The service couldn't have been more wonderful and the food was superb. Wonderful oysters, corn fritters and calamari started our dinner. We all thoroughly enjoyed our entrees - crab cakes, salmon and feta appetizer. We'll be back next year - thank you for a lovely, memorable evening! read more

Maybe we just caught them on an off night but the food left nothing to be desired. Both entrees (Sea Bream and crab cake) had zero taste. The drink couldn't be made because they had no crushed ice. Again, maybe I just caught them on an off night but nothing made me want to return. Also, is it a club or a restaurant? The music was so loud you couldn't hear your table mates. read more

Good date spot in rehoboth but we had a mediocre experience. We were sat next to a large table with 3 kids who were very noisy... the indoor seating doesn't have noise control. The voices reverberate inside the dinning area. The food was good but nothing special. Octopus was chewy and the avocado didn't complement well. Scallops were good but nothing unique. There were 5 scallops and 3 potatoes that are cut in the shape of scallops. Service was attentive and quick. We didn't make a reservation and was still able to be seated without a wait on a Saturday night in the summer! read more

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So great, we had to eat here twice in one night! We first stopped at The Blue Hen for their happy hour where we enjoyed a round of drinks and oysters, and then returned for a full meal later that same night. In both instances, we received excellent and prompt service from a pleasant and attentive team of hostesses and waitstaff. DO NOT MISS THE BISCUITS, which were to die for: fluffy and large with a delicious crust and served with butter and house made strawberry jam. Our party ordered a variety of dishes and everyone loved theirs. The unique pasta dishes won special praise for plating, flavor, and perfect portion size. If you need an assist with a wine selection from their generous menu, ask to speak to the sommelier who's a co-owner of the restaurant. She did a fantastic job. We'd definitely come back and recommend this restaurant! read more

Phenomenal! This restaurant has become better than Henelopen and Salt Air! Impeccable service, unbeatable ambience. All day happy hour Tuesday and Wednesday. And the braised pork ravioli was among one of the best things I ever put in my mouth... one of them read more

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A welcoming environment, chic decor, terrific cocktails, and incredible seafood. Dining at The Blue Hen was a truly memorable experience. Be sure to try the spaghetti verde (with jumbo lump crab meat) - it's an incredibly unique and tasty dish. We can't wait for our next visit to explore more of the awesome items on their menu. read more

Awesome food. I started with an Old Fashion and the Lobster Toast. Both were amazing. For my main, I ordered the Duck Leg and it was phenomenal. The service was on point and the atmosphere was just excellent. Definitely would recommend read more

Not as good as its sibling- Henelopen Oyster House- but no lines waiting for a table. The fried chicken was a bit dry with a thick layer of breading. The hamburger came with soggy undercooked fries which was sent back and replaced by a huge mound of better fries. Incompetent and/or inexperienced kitchen staff would do the above. The ice cream (desert ) was good. The wine list is uninteresting and includes a number of mediocre wines.. read more

Food was fantastic! And I like that they changed the menu. The Parking was a pain, as expected. The service was ok, I kinda expected a little more from our server. Maybe she was having a bad days who knows. But the food definitely made up for that lol. read more

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Great food, delicious and *strong* cocktails, great service at the table and the bar, nice *cool* vibes. Really enjoy coming here. read more

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Blue Hen has been our favorite Rehoboth Beach Restaurant for several years. Great wine, beer and cocktails. Attentive staff. We like sitting outside on the patio. We split arugula salad and the pomegranate molasses glazed carrots to start. Best carrots ever. We each had the soft shell crab appetizer as our entree. We always love their soft shell crab dishes. It's expensive but worth it because it's much more reliable than other high end options and they change their menu with the availability of seasonal local ingredients. read more

Absolutely lovely. I am shocked at how fast we got a table for 6 on a Saturday. The seats are very heavy. I love a sturdy chair. We were seated near the kitchen, which was fun to watch all the bustling of the staff. We started with oysters and biscuits. Every meal should start with these BISCUITS! Perfection. Soft center, but thoroughly cooked. Crisp outside. Served with plum jam and honey butter. The hubby butter was beautifully delicate. My only comment on this front is it is really elevated with a pinch of salt. The entrees were big, so I split three appetizers, which also allowed for more sampling. The salad lyonnaise was gorgeous. The croutons were not super crisp, but felt purposeful. The caramelices cauliflower was lovely, though I saved it for last and was very full by that point. Get the F*CKING lobster toast. You will not regret it! Also I got an Employee Party cocktail. If you love mezcal, it will be hard not to get two. Great and attentive service. Highly recommend! read more

The Blue Hen - American Near Me - Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

The carrot dish & delicata squash from the happy hour menu were two of of the most delish things I've ever eaten in my entire life. Truly made my vacation! Vibe at the bar was amazing & the decor was awesome. 10/10 experience! read more

Went for an early dinner with my husband. Started with the It's Good For You cocktail, which was like a green jolly rancher margarita. We split the blue hen chips, which was okay. My husband had a pasta dish that was an 8/10 and I had the fried chicken that was a 10/10. Wait staff was pleasant. read more

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The Blue Hen had great ratings and the restaurant was welcoming. Our host and our server were kind and attentive. We ordered the heirloom tomato salad which was tasty, but the tomatoes were not cored properly, so we could not eat all of the salad. The fry on the chicken was thick, and separated from the skin, which was not appealing; however, the chicken itself was cooked well and the fry was flavorful. The mac and cheese was soupy and needed way more cheese, a better crust, and a bigger pasta. The crab ravioli was tasty, but the portion was quite small for the price. Drinks were great, and the ambiance was lovely. Overall, too pricey for what you actually get food wise, but location, ambiance, and service were great. If the food could match, this place would sing! read more

Simply amazing ! Do not be fooled by the low key lack luster dining room . The food is beyond delicious . Creative unique and worth repeating . Highly recommend the soft shell crab while in season - prepared with care and flare for flavor forward non traditional palette experience ! Kudos to chef Julia and staff! read more

The staff is amazing and kind. The food fabulous and the drinks creative. Also the patio is so lovely.

This was our first meal in Rehoboth and they set the bar high. The staff was friendly, our server Jack was attentive, the decor was adorable, and (most importantly) the food was amazing. The biscuits are a must to start. I had the scallops and they were perfect. The horseradish sauce perfectly complemented the dish. My husband had the filet which was also delicious. The cocktails were great too. read more

The Blue Hen - Scallops - American Near Me - Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

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The Blue Hen, connected to Rehoboth Beach's The Avenue Inn and Spa, is as good as any five-star destination restaurant I've indulged anywhere in the U.S., including NYC, Vegas and Palm Springs. The experience was superlative, from resplendent ambiance and efficient team service to the exquisite food. My pal and I started with a half-dozen East Coast oysters, which were petite but delicious; and for entrees, I had the rich and robust Mafaldine, with "pasta ribbons, bacon, artichokes, lemon, cream and pecorino," while he had seared diver scallops, which were enormous and exceptionally meaty. Utter perfection! read more

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We had a delicious dinner (somewhere else) and just wanted dessert. When we were seated, we noticed a family nearby was ordering. We commented because we were there without the kids. We ordered two blueberry scones. My husband ordered ice cream with his. It was an extra charge, and I thought they were expensive on their own. We waited and waited for our scones. They family near us was served their meals. We waited some more while we talked about leaving and going to a random ice cream stand. We waited and talked about the fact that they must be baking the scones fresh. The family finished their meals. We were served cold scones (that tasted like Bisquick) with a few blueberries on top. Mine was bitter with a strong baking soda taste. My husband said the ice-cream helped. The family paid their check and left. We waited for the check. We talked about what we would do the next day. We waited some more and discussed how easy it is to make blueberry scones. We finally received a bill and paid. I would say they were understaffed but the family near us had no problem ordering, getting their food, and paying their bill. read more

Ordered takeout from Blue Hen on a recent rainy Sunday and were very happy with our decision. We were able to pick up our food approximately 40 min after ordering as promised. We ordered to-go cocktails --- is it me or does a cocktail lose some charm when served in a plastic cup with a lid? Regardless, we both enjoyed the actual drinks. I would recommend the Drammer Time, a tequila cocktail with a good balance of spice and citrus. For our appetizer, we got the roasted carrots served with halloumi and greek yogurt, which were tasty, but not mind-blowing. The buttermilk biscuits, however, are phenomenal (and equally delicious as leftovers added to our breakfasts the next day). For our entree, we split the fried chicken based on Yelp reviews suggesting the portion size was more than adequate for two --- and you were right. That being said, I could have happily eaten my own portion of the chicken. It is incredible! The batter was so light but still crispy, and the chicken was perfectly tender and juicy. I rarely eat meat anymore, and I even more rarely opt for fried chicken, but I would order this again and again from Blue Hen. The macaroni and cheese and collard green sides were yummy as well, but we devoured the chicken and wound up having leftover sides after filling up on apps. We would have loved to have eaten at the restaurant, but their limited outdoor seating is all uncovered and we have not been eating indoors during the COVID pandemic. That being said, if you're comfortable eating inside, they were seating socially distanced tables and all staff were masked. There is also a firepit in the outdoor seating area for chillier fall evenings. read more

Everything was excellent. The outdoor seating with the gas heating. The fried chicken platter (which I never order fried chicken but I took a chance since we are in the south) was so JUICY and properly salted/ seasoned on inside. The skin perfectly crisped away from the moist meat. The portion is huge-- and we warming it in a toaster oven was still good and juicy! I'm not a fan of mac & cheese but it came with it and it was very good. The raw oysters from Brunswick Canada, only option on the menu was an excellent choice by them. My husband really liked his crabcakes. I am not a fan of crabcakes but I took several tasty bites of his. And the humongous pan biscuits, three pieces, crispy and buttery all around. They serve it in the individual cast iron pan. The staff were very attentive even though we were the only ones outside on a cool evening. read more

Best meal I have had in a long time. High quality. Service is good. The lobster toast is drool worthy. I wouldn't say it's super kid friendly. In the summer the tables are packed in and it can be noisy. They have fire pits outside which are fun read more

A friend said to check out the Blue Hen and I'm glad we did. The Lobster Toast is simply amazing, as he said it would be. Then we doubled down, getting the lobster roll. Exceptional. It came with a pile of Boardwalk fries. The service was great. And the place had a relaxed coastal vibe. We'll be back!! read more

JACK TOTALLY ROCKS!!!! We enjoyed happy hour at the fire pit and then indoors! Food was fun too!

We had a fantastic dinner at The Blue Hen! It's upscale, clean, modern and classy and we were a bit apprehensive about bringing our toddler to dine with us. Luckily the restaurant was not crowded for the off-season and the waitress was wonderful considering our little monster was not. The food was excellent. I had the fish which was perfectly cooked with a crispy skin and delectable sauce and side. The seafood chowder was tasty and the side of Mac and cheese and the burger was on point. I would definitely recommend this place as a date spot or place to grab drinks and meals with friends. read more

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Went from happy hour. Delicious food. I struggle to find good quality food while at the beach and this place does the spot. 100% would recommend. read more

We love the Blue Hen! My favorite is their seafood platter appetizer- but I was so bummed that we couldn't order it for take out recently because they didn't have the right boxes to store it? Like hi I'm trying to give you my money! Lol but they are always consistently delicious and while pricey- it's a great option for an amazing dinner. One of the fancier/classier places in Rehoboth and we'll continue to order from them every time we're in town! read more

Pretty good food , but we were not crazy about the Curry Pumpkin sauce over Soft Shell Crabs.

Excellent food, but a little bit overpriced across-the-board. For example, oysters were noticeably smaller than the same oysters at a neighboring restaurant. read more