What a fantastic evening at The Local Bootlegging Company Speakeasy in Rehoboth Beach! The food was outstanding, the drinks were incredible, and the service was second to none. A special thank you to Peter "Pan" for making our night so memorable. Not only were the cocktails delicious, but watching him craft those amazing bourbon creations was an experience in itself. We will definitely be taking an Uber next time so we can fully indulge in even more of those exceptional bourbon cocktails! Thank you for a wonderful evening. We can't wait to come back! read more

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**in response to the owners comment, we never met you. We didn't send food back nor did we request new food, and you, nor anyone else EVER brought me any additional drink on the house. I only had the one I paid for. There's no need to lie, bad days happen. This is not a speakeasy, this is a restaurant cosplaying as a speakeasy. That may be a bit harsh, it's a speakeasy in training. Sure, it's got all of the speakeasy decor, blackout curtains over the windows and doors, and a big selection of pedestrian liquor but it's not quite there. We went in on an early evening on Wed and there were maybe 5 other patrons in there. Our waitress was nice and brought us water to the high top. She brought us two food menus, and a specials menu. I asked for a bourbon list and she brought it; no prices on the list. Annoying. On the specials menu there was a small section of manager recommended drinks and one was a Willet. The way it was written was confusing because it said it was both a 4 year and 14 year for $52, so I asked for clarification on the age statement. She took the menu to the barkeep, who confirmed it was a 14 year so I said yes I'll have that. A drink was brought to me, but I could tell from the taste that it was not what I ordered. I asked the waitress for the bottle, she asked the guy behind the bar for the bottle and he pulled down a willet pot still bottle (pot still is the entry level Willet and at best a 5 dollar pour, no where near what I asked for). I told her that I was given the wrong drink, then she approached the bar and between her, and the male and female bartenders they had a weird back and forth conversation. Then, finally they pulled down the bottle that I asked for, that was advertised, and gave me a pour of it. I asked to see the bottle and the waitress brought it over but held it instead of putting it on the table (it was a 13 year Willet, Paper Trail). As we were about to order we were told that they reset the menu the very day before, with the focus of putting more love and care into the food. Feeling good about that, we ordered the French quarter catfish and the bourbon braised short ribs. The corn that came with the short ribs tasted straight out of a store bought steamable pouch, and the "ribs" weren't ribs at all, just sliced meat. The only redeemable thing about the catfish dish was the aioli; the rice had no flavor, the corn was cold and hard, and the catfish was mostly breading. We both took a few bites and resigned. I have been to many speakeasies around the US, and there are common themes: a much better selection of liquor; 95% of the bourbon were low tier bottles you can find in any liquor store for around $50. Also, when customers ask for the bottle, it isn't because we plan to steal it or drink from it, its because we're genuinely interested in the information on the labels. The quickest way to get people to stop spending money is to make them feel as if they can't be trusted touching a bottle. Perhaps it was an off day for the staff and this wasn't a typical experience, but I won't go back. read more

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Very attractive bar. All the meals and drinks had unique names, which I do not remember. I enjoyed my pretty purple drink (Roberta's something) with gin, elderflower, lime and simple syrup. Some of the other drinks were on the fruity side and strong. We ordered some apps for the eight of us to share: burnt ends, deviled eggs, and a hot artichoke dip. They were all good. Everyone was pleased with their meals: chicken and waffles for some, French dip, cheesesteak, and two of us ordered their "happy meal burger" which was the Wednesday special. We were supposed to get a "toy" with our happy meal (according to our server, it was a drink koozie) but by the end of the night all they had were some pins. Fries and onion rings were good as well. Would I go back? I'm not sure because I felt like the menu was a little uninspiring. On the other hand, if we want something basic but solidly good we would return. read more

Decided to try this place out on vacation and see if it was any good. First the service wasn't terrible it was just very loud in there and it made it hard to hear the waitress and for the waitress to hear our orders. Another thing I believe that the gratuity is already included in the bill so one of my family members double tipped by accident, oh well but just want to make people aware that it is a thing here. The food wasn't terrible I got a build your own burger and sadly it did come out wrong but I just took off the things I didn't want. I gave it a 6.9/10 on my one bite score which isn't terrible but definitely room for improvement. It was cold in there so I would definitely recommend a jacket just to wear inside! Also the amount of ai slop art on the walls was actually pretty disappointing. read more

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I was hoping the food would be really great, but it was just okay. Regular bar food...nothing special. The artichoke dip appetizer was missing the vegetables and was heavy on the cream cheese/dairy. It just missed the mark. Our entrees were not memorable. read more

The ambiance was quaint with an old speakeasy vibe. The decor was spot on. The owner sure thought this theme out. Importantly, the food was incredible! We arrived expecting an average (bar food) meal but got delicious fare with elevated flavors. The components to each meal are so creative and thought out. My family ordered, the Bugsy burger and the Hush Money Melt. Both burgers were beautifully crafted and were consumed quickly. No complaints. I ordered the cheesesteak and it was tender and savory. The fries were delicious and had some crunch to them. Service was eh...ok. Our needs were eventually met. Maybe it is part of the niche. The ambiance makes up for that. Even the music was converted to reflect the sounds of old time 30s jazz yet using modern lyrics and melodies. Really enjoyed this culinary experience. read more

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This is a very cool speakeasy place near the outlets. The interior is very cozy and the bar looks nice. They have the outside dressed up with a vintage car. It is behind the Iron Hill Brewery (which recently closed), so that is the building in front you see from the highway. The Local has a varied menu with smash burgers, gourmet hot dogs, starters, and libations. read more

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Oh my goodness! This place was super cute and all decked out for Christmas. The bartender, James, was incredible! He had great recommendations and was enthusiastic about his job. The drinks were amazing! I would visit again for the vibes. read more

The Local Bootlegging - Burnt pork ends and Jailbird cocktail - Speakeasies Near Me - Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

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Oh me oh my! What a magical place! Walking in was such a vibe. Amazing decor, friendly and welcoming staff, dope music (they were blasting Postmodern Jukebox) this place is a must go to stop! I had the short ribs and their Roberta's Song cocktail, which I heard was named after the owner's mom! I have never eaten such an amazing bite of meat in my life. I literally had a dream about it days later. This place is my new go to!!! I didn't know about their happy hour but found out it's available weekdays and OH EM GEE I will be going back! What an amazing concept and such a beautiful break from the beachy spots that all kinda offer the same. It's kid friendly andddd they have a quaint outdoor patio and dogs are welcome! Yay! 10 stars in my book! read more

Food is amazing! Just reading the menu my mouth stated watering. The wings are perfect. My husband had the suckling pig sandwich and loved it. This place is a true gem and great place to chill on a rainy (or hot!) afternoon. Service was also quick and friendly. read more

Had great experience here! Atmosphere is awesome, and our server Brownie was excellent. Drinks and food top level. Definitely recommend and we will be back. read more

Such a hidden treasure. We were a party of 8 with a baby and service dog. We were greeted and quickly seated. For appetizers, we had the deviled eggs and the pretzels. The deviled eggs were amazing topped with pulled pork. We had many different meals, including the chicken and waffles the cheesesteak chicken fingers and the melt. Everything was delicious. Might have been the best cheesesteak I've ever had. The place is decorated in prohibition decor and it is so cool, not over done. You really feel transcended back to the prohibition era. Our server, Milica, was wonderful. She was attentive and kind. We will definitely be back. read more

My husband and I had heard about this place so today seemed like a great time to check it out. Sunday about noon we walked into this very well appointed and quite cool place. We sat at the bar and were greeted by Brownie who was delightful and helpful. I ordered a Simple Cheryl which was a refreshing, perfect summer cocktail of vodka, elderflower, splash of club soda and prosecco, served in a wine glass with floating cranberries . My husband had The Bootlegger which was basically a smoked old fashioned. Both were delicious. We weren't hungry at all but my husband is not one to pass up a lil snack so he ordered chicken fingers. They were lightly breaded in a delicious buttermilk , old bay batter and served with a bourbon barbecue sauce. They were paired with the most perfect onion rings! What a great experience! Cannot wait to go back to further explore both the food and cocktail menus! read more

It was okay nothing special for the price, was in Wednesday afternoon and got a smash burger and another sandwich dish that resembled A sloppy Joe. It was fine I would give the food 2.5/3 stars the drinks we got definitely were bourbon heavy no complaints but again nothing special flavor wise. I would give the restaurant design itself 5 stars I love love love the inside I just felt like the food was unimpressive and I had such high hopes, I heard amazing things. Maybe it was just an off day and we ordered the wrong things but my boyfriend and myself have no problem spending money on good food just felt disappointed. read more

I want to thank the entire staff at 302 for their excellent service and hospitality. My family (a group of 12) had a 3:30 reservation, and while we were probably a bit challenging, Erica and the team were incredibly patient and accommodating. We truly appreciated their efforts to keep my extended family happy throughout our meal.I'll admit 302 was not my choice for food, but I was pleasantly surprised and happy to have gone. The atmosphere was relaxed with a modern coastal vibe, offering cozy seating and a lively bar area. It's a great place to unwind and enjoy good food and drinks. I started with the smoked Old Fashioned from happy hour, which was a great choice. In the chaos of getting settled I didn't look at the menu, but Erica recommended the McCoy Burger, and it did not disappoint--it was delicious! We shared the happy hour nachos as well. While not the nachos I expected, it was still a good size to share, and they were tasty. There were a few small hiccups with the order, which is understandable with a large group, but the staff went out of their way to make things right. Overall, I'd highly recommend visiting 302 The Local. My wife and I are looking forward to returning for a more peaceful experience without the large group. Thanks again to everyone at 302 for the great food and making our visit so enjoyable! read more

The Local Bootlegging - The McCoy - Speakeasies Near Me - Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

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We preplanned an evening meal for 25 people at The Local on June 29th. Everyone loved their menu items and the service was terrific! They had to have all meals served within a short amount of time, because the group of people attending the supper was performing at Epworth United Methodist Church, and only had a short window of time to eat. The Local did a wonderful job, and all servers were exceptionally professional and polite. read more

The Local Bootlegging - Speakeasies Near Me - Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

Overall had a great experience here and would suggest people stop in for themselves. We walked in a few nights before Christmas and it appeared to be just finishing a huge rush. Sat relatively fast and our server (forget his name) gave us a heads up that the kitchen was behind. We ordered then expecting to wait but the food came out very fast. Everyones meals were excellent, from the pork belly appetizer, burgers, seared fish sandwich, huuge hot dog, and nachos. Our server was very attentive and got us everything we needed quickly. Overall a very good experience and would go again when in town. read more

Loved the ambiance of this local speakeasy. The decor and music bring you back to the 1920s era. The wait staff and food were delicious. We ordered the baby blue burger and the whisper and they were fresh, juicy and mouth watering delicious. Would highly recommend when you're in town. read more

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Amazing old school service! Environment transports you to another era Burgers to die for! read more

We stopped by The Local on Friday evening and what a wonderful surprise! The ambiance, decor and specialty drinks were amazing! I think we found our special place and will bring friends when we come back! Thank you Jerry the bartender!! read more

If you want a really cool prohibition style restaurant/ bar this is a must stop when visiting Rehoboth., Great drinks, friendly staff and new summer menu. You will be happy you did. read more

The Local Bootlegging - Speakeasies Near Me - Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

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A great local spot - friendly hostess. Wait staff and Bartenders. Food is always good, a great varied menu. Consistency is spot on, a gourmet find ? No - but solid great food and exceptional cocktails, in a very, very cool atmosphere! read more

The food was really good, and the atmosphere was cool, really like the music they were playing as well. The staff were slow and a bit rude. At one point they were openly bad mouthing current customers and then complaining about bad reviews. read more

Amazing drinks, great food, fun atmosphere. Jerry is a great bartender, a large selection of whiskey, ryes and bourbons, plus all the other liquors. BBQ is excellent!!, bourbon braised short ribs melt in your mouth. Hostess in full speakeasy mode! read more

Jerry and Brownie were absolutely incredible. 10000/10 for service, vibes, food and cocktails

In town for a much needed beach week and found this treasure! The French Dip was excellent along with the kettle chips. Stop in to see Jerry mix up a yummy drink such as the Gary-no pain. Great atmosphere, must-see bar, reasonable prices. Looks like fun outdoor seating too. read more

Great food. Delicious drinks. They were a bit understaffed but considering time of year and time of day (afternoon). Understandable Jus t changed to 5 stars as owner was conscientious enough to text me! No better business owner than that! Hope to meet him soon read more

This restaurant is one of a kind in our area! The food is amazing and cocktails are first class. The prohibition vibe is great from the time you are greeted by the hostess to the time you leave and are invited to come back! Please stop by and see for yourself , you won't be disappointed ! read more

A true 'Speak Easy' feel with awesome staff, craft cocktails, and a perfect chill environment! Our bartender James, rockin' a fedora, was super knowledgeable and made the experience even better! read more

The Local Bootlegging - The Smokin' Barrel - Speakeasies Near Me - Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

The drinks were out of this world, the food was amazing the Bugsy burger I would order again. I had heard about this spot from others, but their description did not give it justice. The ambiance and detail of the design you could imagine being back in the prohibition era. It was really busy so be prepared to wait but it's worth the wait. We had a great time. read more

The local was our go/to for great burgers! We had company inTown and raved about how great their burgers are! Tonight was not a good night. The food took over 40 minutes to come out. Waiter was busy and they were definitely understaffed. The burgers were tiny (no knife in middle like usual) and served open face which was strange and very underwhelming. It looked like they forgot to add some things and then put the bun on top. Zero kitchen quality control to serve what we were given. The burger was thin and there was more bun than burger! Also flies buzzing around, some black things inside water cup, and the drinks were not good either. Not sure if they are cutting back on food costs, but their quality has gone way down hill since we came a few months ago. Not sure we will return- read more

Wanted to really like it...new place thought it would be fun, server was way over his head with too many tables. Pork belly appetizer was okay. My hamburger didn't smell right. Fries were an upcharge (curly fries). Not very good and served lukewarm. Interesting way to give the check. 20% tip was added in, why? it was a table of 4 with 2 separate checks. Paid by scanning a QR code which made it easier but to automatically add 20%??? We won't go back. To the owner...we were in the restaurant last night, Saturday 4/4/2026. Sorry, I know its not great press but I am being honest. read more

Great cocktails; food and ambiance But bar seats are dangerous till replaced Lots to chose from read more

Love the food and the vibe in this place . Service is amazing and food is well prepared . Cozy and cute .

A fantastic experience! A very hard to find cigar spot to smoke at. A wide selection of outstanding whiskey. A great staff and of course the food was outstanding!! Feels like a speak easy on the inside. Had I been able to watch the Germany World Cup game out side while smoking a cigar, I wouldn't have left. read more

This place is a great surprise among strip malls and chain restaurants. The burgers are incredible and the complimentary popcorn is crazy addicting. read more

Tonight was the first time we have ever eaten here. Atmosphere is amazing, staff was amazing, food was even better. I highly recommend this place. We will definitely be back. read more

You are absolutely missing out if you don't check this place out!! Amazing atmosphere, great cocktails, and literally the best burger ive had in my entire life!! The food came our fast and the staff was friendly and fun!! And to top it all off, the prices are pretty cheap!! We will definitely be returning!! read more

The Local Bootlegging - The Bugay Burger and the Dupont Chicken Sandwhich - Speakeasies Near Me - Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

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Profound and superb! Those are the welter words I'm going with this regarding this place. I started with an Old Fashion blended and smoked by bar Manager/ mixologist Josh. Then i had the Potroast Sandwich and fries. Wife had the Smash burger. This place is a must visit!. read more

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Love the ambiance Friendly service If you want a Side of fries to accompany the delicious burgers its now an extra charge But the house made chips r delicious Great place We love coming read more