We were part of a 200+ bikes ride which included breakfast buffet at the hotel and Everything was…read moregreat. The end of the ride somewhere else, but they didn't even have the food ready we prepaid for, so we went back to Octoraro Hotel for lunch. Wings, burgers, apps; all were good as reported by our group of 7. The young lady who served us did a fantastic job too.

Went in Sunday morning for "breakfast bar". I use quotes because it was NOT!! We are longtime…read morepatrons, and breakfast greatly disappointed: dried, hard potatoes; died out, 'hockey puck' sausage patties.. Only good thing was biscuits & creamed chipped beef. Its being kind to say 'good' ! This SUCKs! I know it's Inexpensive, but, dammit, if you're going to offer breakfast, Do It Right!! Make it good quality, hot, fresh offerings; or don't do it at all!! You drive people AWAY with this crap. Service was great.

We ordered a dozen jumbo's some fried oysters and fries. The crabs were big heavy, hot and…read moredelicious. Well, I can't eat crabs like I used to. I can still appreciate a good crab and these were right up there. Service was outstanding. We had a great waitress. Wasn't thrilled about the fried oysters and the fries were OK but the crab stole the show. Thoroughly enjoyable.

I said last year we would not come back because I was mad they were out of the pomegranate martini…read moreand charged us for it anyway, and we didn't realize it until we got home. However, we decided to give it another try. There were 3 of us, and on this trip the bar was full, but there were plenty of tables. Our server was Steph and she was friendly. We ordered a pound of bang, bang shrimp, 2 crab cake sandwiches, and a lobster tower. It was very enjoyable, and we finished with the toffee bread pudding. It was not bad for a seafood restaurant nowhere near the ocean and in the middle of winter.

We have been going to The Whip for over 10 years now…read more THE #1 reason we keep going back is the staff. All of the staff make every meal a dining experience. The ambiance is great, especially in the warm weather, outside. The food is ALWAYS delicious, thanks to Dillon. Sarah and Tania are on top of their game behind the bar. Always scanning the bar while waiting for a pint to fill. Sheryl, Sam, Heather B and Lauren not only remember you name, but frequently what you ordered last visit. We tell all of our friends to go there. Frequently taking some with us. I think one word describes The Whip perfectly, FUN!!!

I have been searching for a place such as this all my married life. The food is delicious and so…read morecomfort food worthy! My guy had the cheeseburger whilst I had the Welsh Rarebit and the Brussel sprouts, which were supposed to be small plates...but holy moly! I haven't had that tasty of a rarebit since the olde Yorktown Tavern ceased to exist. Very local but obviously very loved as you do need reservations. There is a cute outside patio but we ate at the bar with the seasoned veterans. Our waitress had the right amount of spice to add to this dining adventure. It was a dining experience, in a word, that was perfect! So much fun and so many great food choices. We cannot wait to come back!

Cinco De Mayo 2026! Still great. So busy and great…read moreatmosphere. Service was ok. We were a little early. Food hot and flavorful

Good authentic Mexican food. The bar is great when you want to pair a margarita with your meal…read more Service is generally slow. Adds to the ambiance. They aren't catering to you, they're serving great food. One of the few places still serving lengua on weekdays (though they do run out occasionally).

On 5/7 I had lunch with my daughters The food was…read moredelicious, the service was excellent. The cocktails were delicious too!! I'm sorry I can't remember, but the name it was something blossom...so tasty. I definitely will be returning.

Good menu selection of appetizers, sandwiches, soups, salads and some entrees. Comfort food type…read morestuff. Definitely a local watering hole, unfussy, been around forever vibe.

What a wonderful surprise! We have been walking past this darling place for a few months now…read more Today, Sunday, we decided to stop for a nice lunch al fresco. Beautiful weather. I had read the couple's story who opened Sweet Amelia's and was drawn by their culinary background and farm to table menu. Angelic was our server and she was incredible! She answered every question about each dish we inquired about. I was blown away by the fresh made Tagliatelle pasta with pork Ragu in a light cream sauce, topped with orange zest, crunchy breadcrumbs. What an explosion of flavors in every single bite! I love a nice crunch, and this dish delivered. Seasoned to perfection. My husband enjoyed a brunch dish Chilaquiles Verde with poached eggs. Uniquely, prepared with black refried chickpeas. Wow!! What flavors this dish delivered. Even the side of Breakfast potatoes were fresh cut and perfectly prepared with a light crunch on the outside and served piping hot. We are returning! What a treasure Sweet Amelia's is for all true Foodies and everyone who enjoyed unique and delicious cuisine!

Pros: Good location. Opened on time. Flavorful food…read more Cons: Noisy atmosphere, poor service, worst of all very, very tiny portion size. Pricey. I would definitely try other places first.

Highly recommend happy hour at the bar - great specials, food was delicious and bartenders were…read moreattentive, yet not overbearing.

Food was great. Service was not. Our server was extremely rude. For the amount of money we spent on…read morea party of 7, we could go somewhere else and receive to notch service that actually matches the price point. Instead we got a former corporate server trying to upsell everything and acting like we were beneath him.

The food was superb! The ambience was relaxing. Service was good. There's a price fixed menu that…read moreincludes appetizers and desserts. Otherwise sides etcetera are à la carte. Regardless, dinner is pretty pricey. However for a special occasion it's worth it.

Mendenhall Inn is a unique place that is more of a complex than just a restaurant and hotel. It can…read morebe a little confusing to figure out where you are going, even with the signage, as the arrows designating where you are trying to head aren't pointing to their correct destinations, and some things, such as the restaurant, are absent from the signs in the parking lot. Once you find the right entrance though, preparing yourself for brunch here still will not be enough to ready you for the awesome experience that you will receive. The value alone for the price is worth coming here repeatedly, and that is without me even knowing if the menu for brunch changes seasonally or based on what is available on the market at the time! The dining room is very well set, minus the goofy china, and we were quickly greeted by our wonderful server. She engaged in my insane ramblings and conversation and told us all about the comings and goings of the restaurant and everything else I wanted to ask about. Our mimosas, champagne, and coffee were kept flowing and full at all times! The actual brunch buffet was outstanding. I was dumbfounded at the quality and variety of the foods on offer, especially the amount and selection of cold seafood. They have unlimited oysters!!!!!!! With all the accoutrement that you could possibly want for them. As well as mussels. So if you are a shellfish or smoked fish fan, get here immediately. The hot foods were also unbelievably good with one of my personal highlights being a banana foster; flambéed right in front of you that you can stack on top of waffles, French toast, or anything you'd like; in my case just eating a huge bowl of the bananas. This is a great brunch buffet in a little town that I never even knew was there despite having been to Kennett Square and the surrounding areas many times. It's actually a small town called Mendenhall. Makes you wonder if it's named after the Inn? Whether it is or not, this is somewhere you should definitely put on your list and come here. I don't know about lunch or dinner, but the brunch is stellar and I will definitely be returning many times in the future.