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    The Local Bootlegging

    4.5 (66 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 7:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Happy hour specials

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    Burnt pork ends and Jailbird cocktail
    Danielle S.

    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.

    Shelly B.

    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!

    Whisperer Burger
    Lr P.

    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.

    The McCoy
    Jesse C.

    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!

    The Smokin' Barrel
    Andrew R.

    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!

    The Bugay Burger and the Dupont Chicken Sandwhich

    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!!

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

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    The bartender was awful. Blatantly ignoring us. Not sure why he was so rude. Drinks were mediocre too. Definitely skip this place

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    Review Highlights - The Local Bootlegging

    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!

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    The Libation Room - salmon bites

    The Libation Room

    4.1(25 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    Its been a minute eh? Haven't gone out to dinner in a while but damned if I don't have a good one…read morefor ya. The Libation Room, a little speakeasy situated within summer house. Lets begin with the atmosphere because it was delightful. Its a small, intimate space where the spirit of a speakeasy shines through easily. The exposed ductwork, the classy yet eclectic decor, it is a delightful little space. Service was great. Fast, funny, and polite through the entire meal. We went for drinks and apps and I gotta say we will be coming back for dinner for sure me and my wife. How about the food and drink? Well, any of y'all who follow me know I'm not a huge drinker, but I did try the Oolong Hot Toddy and was extremely happy! Warm, the sochu and tea mix so well together, a nice garnish of candied ginger and lemon makes the presentation of this delightful little libation. (Ha, a pun!) Now, the food. Cheese board was great but, thats cheese anyone can assemble a cheese board. No, my credit goes to the crab dip and the calamari. Both dishes were done perfectly, not too greasy, beautifully crunchy calamari and supremely flavorful crab dip. Overall an easy 5, I'd rate 6 if I could.

    A speakeasy done right. Nice elusive space with quintessential speakeasy vibes all around. This…read moreplace is literally tucked away inside of The Summer House along Rehoboth Ave. There's metered parking (free off season), but it's also walkable if staying in the Main Street area. Make reservations as this is a small space. Very comfortable seating. Lots of decor that again fits the space. Great music playing as well. We were greeted by a friendly hostess and then escorted back into the speakeasy which has its own door. Once inside, we were greeted and introduced to the two servers who worked together all evening. They were very attentive and friendly. They made the visit enjoyable. The menu lights up... literally. Super fun to pick from the numerous drink and food options. For a speakeasy, you will be surprised at how many different options there are. The prices are beyond reasonable for the craft cocktails and amazing food. Started off with cocktails (first round) - Veruca Salt (highly recommend due to its spicy foam & deliciousness), Purple Butterfly (yum), The Ultimate Dirty Martini (very pungent), and The Smoked Cherry (nice presentation/event - also tasty). All of these were delicious and made well. Second round was The Night Shift and a Brown Butter Old Fashioned and again, both delightful. Dessert round was Creme Brûlée Espresso Martini (highly recommend - great presentation with a small mallet that cracks the brûlée on top & absolutely amazing - this is a sweet drink so loom as a dessert option), Espresso Martini (hazelnut flavor and good), and a Carijilo. All items from the bar were super tasty and well made. This is a craft drink place and the quality and attention to details are spot on for the speakeasy vibe. Not only are the drinks superb, but the food is also very well made and very affordable. We started with the cheese tower which is a great option for a group to enjoy. We also ordered the calamari which came with the most delicious horseradish dipping sauce, and lamb lollipops (4 per order). All of this was delicious. Then, tried the seafood bisque, French onion soup, Pumpkin/Crab/Mushroom Soup, and Seared Sea Scallops. The soups were super filling and all had a terrific flavor profile. The scallops were served on risotto and this was great. Seriously, the food is amazing. Not what you normally would find in a speakeasy. They even had dessert options (we had drinks instead). This was a lovely experience. Just overall fantastic and a great surprise hidden in a beach town. For sure make reservations. If visiting for the week, just go ahead and pick two nights to visit so you can try all of the things. Well done. Looking forward to another visit.

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    The Libation Room - Beautiful interior, Limited seating

    Beautiful interior, Limited seating

    The Libation Room - Beef Wellington

    Beef Wellington

    The Libation Room - Presentation of drink

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    Presentation of drink

    Summer House - Chocolate cake

    Summer House

    3.4(427 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    Omg best pot pie ever! And a fantastic happy hour :)…read more My husband and I stopped in for a quick Christmas lunch while shopping in Rehoboth. He ordered the lobster pot pie and I had chicken white chili and a salad. Everything was amazing! We were super impressed with the chili and were trying to reconstruct the recipe as we ate. But then the pot pie arrived. And holy cow! From the presentation to the chunks of lobster ... best ever! Oh - and half price martinis ... great way to start the season!

    Tonight I decided to try the new Sunday Special which is a $20 Steak Frites that comes with a…read morechoice of 3 different sauces; I choose the peppercorn sauce! Yum! The 12 oz steak was cooked to a medium rare perfection and fries were crispy! Sundays are ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR too! 25% off all appetizers (did not order) and drink specials including 50% off all Specialty Martinis! Chose a pumpkin espresso! When I asked for my bill, Matt (bartender) asked if I wanted vanilla or chocolate sundae! I told him I didn't order one. He responded that it's part of the $20 Sunday Special. I asked to see the menu to add one or two toppings and he said you GET THEM ALL on the side! Ugh! I received it just to be polite and ate a little, not all. Hated to waste all those toppings but that's how it is served (see picture). Great food and service! Great to watch the games too at the long bar!

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    Summer House - New Libation Room

    New Libation Room

    Summer House - Pumpkin gnocchi with Italian sausage (also served without)

    Pumpkin gnocchi with Italian sausage (also served without)

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    View from our table

    Shorebreak Lodge - Thanksgiving Potato & Leek Soup with Truffle Oil drizzle

    Shorebreak Lodge

    4.5(748 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    It took us a couple of years of visits to Rehoboth to get reservations at Shorebreak but we finally…read moremade it last night. And was it worth the wait. Now we know why it's tough to get a seat; this is quality dining that brings customers back again and again. Ben and Diane (mixologist/hostess respectively) have been the owners for two years. I can't make any judgement about the prior ownership but I can say the current owners have nailed it. It was one of the best dining experiences we've had in a long time. We sat at the bar and from the outset Ben made us feel comfortable and he obviously appreciated us as customers. The cocktails were exceptionally prepared. It's obvious he is not merely a bartender and is proud of the special attention and customized twists given to some very traditional cocktails--Sazerac, Manhattan, cosmo. The cream based crab soup was hearty and the seasoning was well balanced. It was a great start. My partner had the fish special and I had the short ribs as entrees. Both were spectacular. Ben had told us that "if this were going to be your last meal, have the short ribs." It wasn't our last meal but his assessment was accurate. I can't recall having short ribs that just seem to melt in your mouth. We were going to defer on dessert but opted for a variation of a flourless chocolate cake with caramel topping. Served warm it was the perfect end to a perfect meal. It's obvious that Ben and Diane have assembled a team that is as committed to excellence as are the owners. We've already made reservations or our next visit. Can't wait!

    This place was 10/10 delicious! We started with the Brie and naan and it was by far our favorite…read moredish. So many different flavors but they all worked perfectly together. We ordered several small plates and shared and eat dish was equally delicious. The service was good and we appreciated Cortland's recommendations. In total we ordered the Brie and naan, Brussel sprouts, burrata salad, and the half order of the beef short ribs. It was perfect for my husband and I to share. It's definitely not a large establishment so making a reservation would be recommended.

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    Interior

    Shorebreak Lodge - Deviled Eggs with bacon and chimmi

    Deviled Eggs with bacon and chimmi

    Shorebreak Lodge - Excellent wine suggested by our waitress

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    Excellent wine suggested by our waitress

    The Cured Plate - Summer Salad w/ Filet Mignon

    The Cured Plate

    4.1(24 reviews)
    21.9 mi

    Great service. Mellow, inviting staff and atmosphere…read more Excellent food. Great unique cocktails. Pricey though. Charcuterie was excellent but pricey for what you got.

    "This place is different," my neighbor told me. So, finally getting a complicated reservation, we…read morewere on our way. we had to share a password to get in. ( silly.) The place is so tiny my walk in closet is bigger. The sented candles were so overwhelming you probably thought thats what you were dining on the whole time. The table was so small it was laughable. The food has a mix of fruit in almost everything. Not for me thanks. And at $20.00 a pop for a drink , you would expect at least a normal size cocktail glass. I felt like my martini was a sampler rather than a cocktail. My wife didn't dare finish her tuna. It was chewy and actually smelled, "fishy!" So, hard pass for me but, if you like living on the edge, go for it. But remember, you've been warned! So, you didn't have sented candles, you had SOMETHING in there that was overwhelming! IT WASN'T FOOD. Sorry if I was rough but I call it like it is. And whats with the fancy water bottles with the city water in them? My fam grew up in the resturant industry. Best of the best. Guess I was to hungry by the time I got there. And your own weighter said to me that you had reservation problems that you just resolved. I tried for a MONTH to figure out how to get through, only to find out I had a choice of where to sit. Yikes. Best of luck.

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    Smothered Pork Chop Entree

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    Oreo Mousse

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    1927 Lounge

    1927 Lounge

    4.0(7 reviews)
    58.1 mi

    4 stars for the holiday lounge, but 3 stars otherwise…read more The 1927 Lounge is located just off to the side of the casino in the Ocean Resort and offers a mix of slop machine noise/excitement, paired against a quiet corner nook of coziness. The bar occasionally offers live music, but my favorite time to visit is during the holidays, when they turn it into a festive Christmas spot with holiday beverages. There are fun decorations, strands of lights, Home Alone 2 playing on the televisions, and much more to really get you in the holiday spirit. I most recently tried the Pomegranate Margarita on their seasonal menu and thought it was excellent; it was not too sweet or too weak. I should note that there are rarely servers in the lounge area, so you typically need to go up to the bar to place an order, which can disrupt the flow of fun you might be having. Overall, I think the 1927 Lounge is decent on a normal day, but much better when they have a themed takeover happening.

    If you have the pleasure of making your way to Ocean Casino, you HAVE to go to Nineteen27 Lounge…read moreSpeakeasy. It's is an unlike anything you will experience at any other Casino in Atlantic City. The DJ is incredible and plays music for everyone's taste. The bartenders are fun, full of personality and make cocktails quickly. And then you have the speakeasy. I wasn't quite sure what to expect, but as soon as I walked in I noticed a male dancer up in the cage, followed by about 8 women in costume. The choreography was sexy yet very tasteful. They have acts that incorporate thrilling tricks that keep everyone on their toes. I could not help but take videos so I could show all of my friends and family back at home just how incredible it actually is. You will not be disappointed!

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    1927 Lounge
    1927 Lounge
    1927 Lounge

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    Seacrets Distilling Company - Inside their speakeasy

    Seacrets Distilling Company

    4.2(80 reviews)
    23.7 mi
    $$

    What a cool, and delicious, tasting and tour experience! Haley was our guide and was such an…read moreengaging and knowledgeable host. We weren't too sure what to expect from an hour long tour and tasting but it was well worth the small cost. The attention to detail in the decor and aestetic throughout the distillery paying homage to the prohibition is out of this world. We all left with "prescriptions" that were completed on a typewriter which was such a nice touch. We also loved how the tasting cards were formatted to be time cards as well, which we all picked up and punched on our way in and then punched again on our way out. Seacrets really went the extra mile to make a comprehensive experience out of their tour. To add to the experience, the tasting was delicious! My personal favorite was the lemon drop vodka - and that is coming from someone who does not enjoy drinking vodka. My second favorite was the Bourbon Whiskey which I enjoyed chilled. This was so smooth and absolutely delightful! Their seasonal pumpkin spiced rum and their seasonal coffee rum were both tied for third. With each of us getting 3 samples to try, hubby and I made sure to make different choices in order to try more options. 10/10 recommend signing up for one the tours, you will not be disappointed.

    Had a great experience at the distillery this afternoon. Matt was our tour guide and he was very…read moreknowledgeable and able to answer all of our questions throughout the tour. Leightons prohibition era antique collection was so amazing to see and to learn about their origins. We were shown the processes from raw material to finished products The Speakeasy room was really awesome and even had a Tommy gun on display. ! We were served our 3 shot samples in the nicely chilled shot glasses. I sampled the Lemon Drop Vodka, the new Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee Rum, and the Wildfire Whiskey. The lemon drop vodka was nicely flavored with the macerated lemons. 300 pounds per batch! The Coffee Rum was my favorite, it had a really nice coffee flavor and I was imagining all the ways I could enjoy it. Lastly was the wildfire whiskey which was the smoothest whiskey I have ever tasted! We wound up buying the lemon drop vodka and the coffee rum. We left with some neat gifted souvenirs from the distillery. Our time card where we punched in and out of the distillery with an antique time Clock. They gave us a drink card, sticker, coaster and the coolest replica prescription for liquor personalized by old an antique typewriter! All staff were so friendly here and informative. I highly recommend this tour! I will come back and bring someone or not just to get my shots in the speakeasy bar!

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    Seacrets Distilling Company - Selection of rum

    Selection of rum

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    Seacrets Distilling Company

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