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

**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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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

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

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

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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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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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

My daughter and I decided to try this place for a late lunch. The poutine was amazing (a meal in itself) and the smash burgers were delicious. The atmosphere was unique and the decor was spot on -- felt like you were stepping back in time. Highly recommend! read more

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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

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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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Great place for stick to your ribs food! Large variety of adult beverages! Highly recommend seeking it out in Rehoboth Beach.

Wow. What a great experience. Delicious smoking bourbon drink. The Bootlegger. And a buttermilk Cobb salad. Also pork belly appetizer was devine. Chicken BLT taco. Great service from Sarah. And the pecan pie. OMG. We'll be back!! read more

Good vibe and looks like the cocktails were good. They pull off the speakeasy feel. Server was friendly. Food was hit or miss, mostly miss and too expensive . Too many good options around to accept mediocre especially considering the price. I might come back if someone is looking for that vibe or creative $17 cocktails, but I won't be back for food. Some specifics- salad was supermarket salad kit quality. Fried shrimp were the tiny ones in the frozen food section. Chips were just not that good. Burger was good but nothing remarkable. Drafts are 12oz. read more

Wonderful place, great vibe! Went on Thursday afternoon and even though they were very short staffed, we felt welcomed! Josh behind the bar makes a great cocktail and is always smiling! Our burgers were delicious! Anytime we are in the area we will be going back! read more

Went on a Sunday at 6:30- The food was delicious and the waitress and kitchen were gracious with a substitution request! Wine options are limited- no sauvignon blanc or rose on a Sunday evening and they don't have a liquor wine or whiskey menu, but looks like they have dozens of whiskey selections behind the bar, so they probably have what one would want! read more

Jazzy 302 Local takes you back in time! The furnishings, decor, and staff garb are prohibition era chic! A cozy outdoor area with comfy seating and fire bowl is available to those who prefer the outdoors. Inside has a variety of high tops, long communal tables, traditional tables and seats, and tables with couches and armchairs seating just like the speakeasies of movies! The pork belly bites and Bavarian pretzel were delicious apps, particularly the beer cheese! We ordered a shrimp jambalaya which was delicious. The breaded fried chicken sandwiches with chips and fries were tasty. And the cheesy grits and shrimp was presented with simple artistry. This is a new establishment (4 weeks in operation) and is understandably working out the kinks of a new restaurant. We waited quite a long time for service due to the low ratio of service staff to customers. Our server was friendly and helpful and did the best she could with the number of customers she had! I am sure as they get the rhythm of the customer cycles down, service will continue to improve! My family loved the variety of adult libations including gluten free options and Hefeweizens (Pauliner is a favorite). Suggestions - offer a non-breaded chicken option for gluten sensitive patrons and gear up your staff for the summer guests so you're ready to hit the ground running. We would hate to lose this unique establishment! read more

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Great food , let's begin there. Everyone loved their food, every single meal. And great decor, really cool. But logistics were an issue from start to finish. First, we got a reservation and were told we had reserved a high top table. When we got there, the Hostess couldn't find our reservation. Then, she told us no one could reserve a high top table. Our guess is she never knew about the reservation and a walk-in party came in minutes before and took our table. Next, she realized her mistake and gave us a 7 top in an area for a 4 top. She even had to ask a couple to get up so she could move their booth; this place is not organized. We got sat at our cramped table and waited 10 minutes for service. That first visit got us 3 glasses of water, that's it. 10 minutes later, our drinks were ordered, 4 minutes after that we got 3 more glasses of water. Next, I was given another tables' drink order, only to give it back. I then realized the party that walked in after us had drinks and an appetizer and we didn't get drinks or order food yet. How did that happen?!?!?!?!? We finally got our drinks and ordered our food but that was the last drink I was able to order. Never was given a swing-by visit. I'm usually a 2 drink person at a meal so it always annoys me when I want to spend more $ and I can't get an opportunity to do so. The Hostess by the way never got up to help, could not be bothered. She wasn't a teenager, she was a 50-year-old who couldn't keep her reservations straight and apparently couldn't run food or get extra drink orders. She just sat there while we were not served. I want to give props to Mike because he worked the entire time we were there, he just had no help. Looked like he had 70% of the tables to himself, not sure why, but the Hostess could not have cared any less. Conclusion--great food, I would get take out everyday. But poorly organized, Hostess underworked, server overworked, missed opportunities to get more revenue. Less than 50% worth it to visit. read more

It was very busy and therefore nousy, but the food here (yes, I know it's reaching for the whiskey drinking crowd) is FABULOUS! Our app was the burnt ends and each bite had me swooning in ecstasy. I asked about the sauce, too bad it's not for sale by the bottle ( unless you have a Sysco account, amazingly). For dinner we had the dream wiener and the shepherds pie, two items we are very lucky about. They deserve a 12 stars out of the usual 5. Menu is pricey but the portion sizes and the absolutely wonderful quality are well worth the price. This is Foodie Heaven! read more

302 The Local offers a cute atmosphere with a charming bathroom and a nice ambiance overall. The pork belly appetizer was delicious, but the crab dip lacked flavor, especially crab flavor. While it was a pleasant experience to try something new, it didn't leave a lasting impression for a return visit. I would definitely suggest switching out to new menus or covering them in some sort of plastic encasement. Ours were pretty sticky and had several dried spill marks/food smudges on them. Worth a try for the novelty, but not a must-visit again in my opinion. read more

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Step Back in Time - A True Hidden Gem! What a cool place! From the moment you walk in, you feel transported back to the Prohibition era. The speakeasy vibe is spot-on -- dim lighting, vintage decor, and a warm, nostalgic atmosphere that makes you feel like you've stumbled into a different time. You can tell the owner put real effort and heart into designing this place; the attention to detail is incredible. I went with three friends, and we sat at a cozy couch table tucked into a back corner. We were so comfortable we didn't want to leave -- it felt like our own private lounge. We arrived early and went with sandwiches for dinner, starting with the crab dip. It was phenomenal -- full of rich flavor and generous chunks of crab meat. I had the pot roast sandwich (highly recommend!), while the rest of the table had chicken Parmesan and burgers. Every single plate was a hit. And the drinks... wow. The espresso martinis were perfectly made, and the smoked Old Fashioned was next-level. The bartenders are true mixologists -- friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about their craft. We'll definitely be back. This spot is a gem! read more

Stopped in after hitting the outlets. The drinks were creative creations by the Local's bar staff. Menu had some unique items but enough variety to please most. Pork belly appetizer was so good it could convert vegetarians. read more

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Me and my boyfriend came for dinner. We shared the crab dip and got the Mediterranean burger and the Bugsy burger. We also had two cocktails. Everything was sooooo good and our server was awesome and friendly. Would definitely come again! read more

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This is a must go to spot. It's so different from anything else in Rehobeth. Fun speak easy vibes with unique and delicious foods. Dc quality food, fun cocktails, and great service. Erycca was awesome and so friendly. I will be back and want to try everything on the menu. The deviled eggs are a must. read more

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Had our first experience at 302 The Local. The service: Great! It seemed they were recovering from a busy spurt (Schellville going on), with a second wave as we sat, so things took a little time, but the staff were courteous, which to me, goes a long way in the business. From other reviews, they seem to want to right any issues. How many places do that? The ambiance: LOVED it! The lobby area was quite small, and I'm sure can get a bit clustered, but once you swing open the speakeasy doors, WOW. Every detail. It was a comfortable atmosphere. The food, delicious. We only had sandwiches/burgers. One person had the smash burger called Stool Pigeon delicious. The other had the Sloppy Local and they said it was good. The buns were on point, the veggies used were fresh. Will definitely be back. read more

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Love love love this place!!! Refreshing change from the usual beach food this place deserves 5 stars! Unique and delicious food and plenty of amazing cocktails! The apps and drinks were phenomenal and the desserts don't skip the funnel cake fries! read more

The Local Bootlegging - Funnel cake fries - Speakeasies Near Me - Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

First this is my first time there. Bartender Josh was a hustler and world very hard to make everyone happy. We only had drinks tonight. Drinks were top notch old fashioned dirty martini. We did snack on fries which were great. Ambiance is great. Service is great. Drinks are great. Next time we will try the food which looked fantastic. read more