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    The Starboard

    4.0 (414 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican
    Closed 8:30 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    THE STARBOARD ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Sara B.

    Starboard does it all. This is a fun place for a night out but it's also a really reliable place to grab some high quality bar food for dinner or brunch. I always get the southwest chicken wrap and sub the spicy grilled chicken for chicken tenders, and it's always a 10 outta 10. You can find all of the bar classics like wings and burgers, but they also do a really healthy and fresh salad. There's a pretty large kids menu and my kids devoured their grilled cheese and tenders. At night it's a scene - you can usually expect to see a great cover band. Pair that with a crush and you cannot go wrong. Starboard is a Dewey institution.

    Arrt T.

    Good Reuben! Good rye, tasty sauerkraut, and plenty of meat! Nice little place to stop by near the beach. Lively atmosphere and they had a smorgasboard of stuff inside you can't miss. Oh and also a large menu!

    Shrimp salad
    Madeline Z.

    We came to eat at the starboard for dinner so then we'd miss the late night bar line to enter! We were celebrating my friends birthday and this was a very fun spot- our waitress was so fun, the vibes were great, nice music as well. The food was good - nothing to write home about, but the energy in the place absolutely makes it worth going back! They're known for their 'crush' drinks, and the grapefruit crush was our table favorite.

    Crab dip
    Will M.

    Seemed to be the most popular spot to day drink or night time party in Dewey beach. It has secrets of ocean city vibes just smaller. A lot of bar stations and all have the fresh juice squeezer. Service moves quick. A good mix of American and seafood classic dishes. The crab worked with the burger surprisingly really well.

    Caesar salad with shrimp
    Julia

    Came here for dinner to avoid the line on a Saturday night!! (I've waited 2.5 hours during the summer before) Definitely one of my favorite night spots, the bar vibe is unmatched! Dinner food is so so, I prefer the breakfast here, but wasn't super hungry so I got a BLT and it was okay but you come for the vibe and the drinks! Orange crush here is the best ever! Servers are always fun and attentive. Will be returning many, many times

    Temima N.

    We drove to the beach today not expecting much for lunch. We've gone to ocean city before so I thought the portion size would be around the same but I surprised that it was a lot larger than I thought. I was full almost the entire day. The crab cake was decent & I enjoyed my meal overall. Would prob go to a diff place nearby just to try but this was a good casual lunch spot.

    Brisket egg potato skillet
    Alex F.

    If you're looking for a place to eat I probably wouldn't recommend but definitely a fun beach town bar. Grabbed breakfast before heading to the beach and the food was very average. I had a skillet with potatoes eggs and brisket. The potatoes were pretty flavorless and mushy, the eggs were fine, and the brisket was tender but had very little flavor. With all of that being said the drinks we got with breakfast were pretty good, I had the chili mango crush. We also ended up coming back the same night when they shift to more of a bar than restaurant and it was really fun. They had an awesome band playing live music and we had a great night.

    Alex P.

    Giving an update to my last review. We tried out the starboard for dinner and drinks only this time around. Food was great, I had the buffalo chicken sandwich. They have patio seating with fans which was nice. Service was great and drinks reasonably priced. Didn't go back for the night life due to the poor experience last time i was in town, but it's definitely not too bad for dinner or lunch if in the area.

    Greg S.

    Food: with an extensive menu...you can't go wrong. Food and drinks ...360 of greatness. Great drinks. Great food. I had a dish that was as if a smash burger and eggs Benedict had a kid. Delicious. I also had 2 drinks. Drink 1: watermelon crush. Really refreshing from the beach heat. Drink 2: the thing that they're known for...their bloody marry. This one could've been a meal within itself w the candied bacon in all. Service: our go to guy! Douggy fresh. Very personable. Great attitude all around. Ambiance: great location. Ample enough space for large crowds. And if you happen to forget your CC...no worries...as it will just go up on their forgotten cards wall. My family went here for my nieces 21st bday lunch. I would go back again.

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    Lilly B.

    The starboard is a great place to go for brunch all summer long, and even in the off-season! I went this past weekend, and it was extremely crowded, which is the only downfall of this place! I was told it would be about a 45 minute wait and it turned into an hour and a half. Once seated the server was very quick and efficient which was great after waiting so long. Everyone I was with enjoyed their food options! They have a huge breakfast menu and lunch as well! There's something for everyone, no matter your dietary restrictions are. They also have an epic bloody Mary bar with everything you could ever think to add! A fun place to hang and eat, but be prepared for a wait!

    Sliders
    Kimberly H.

    Everything was so delicious. The appetizers we've ordered filled us up. The cheeseburgers sliders, chicken fingers, and cheesesteak rolls all looks simple but let me tell you, it was far from it. Exceeded my expectations because they added a little twist to each item which enhanced these mediocre bar food into something more spectacular. The ranch dill sauce is made in house and I ended up putting it on everything. So yummy. The orange and watermelon crush was also very refreshing. Our server was very attentive. My boyfriend and I had a great time there. Looking forward to going back.

    Turgeon Tenders
    Jessica K.

    We went off season beginning of May so luckily the place was not as packed as normal. I love how open the place is, and I'm sure in the summer it gives off perfect beach bar vibes. We heard they had amazing orange crushes so we had to try them. We really enjoyed the crushes- but they make them with triple sec (where some do not) so they were sweet and refreshing. We went during happy hour - they had a bunch of great deals, and also daily specials that were a steal. We ended up ordering the Turgeon Tenders as a happy hour special. I'd have to say these were the crispiest, tenderest tenders (lol) we have ever had. The breading was perfect- I don't think these would be as good if the breading wasn't as crispy and perfect texture as they were. They had a sweet spicy sauce and old bay- perfect marriage of sweet and savory. I can't wait to go back again for these tenders next year.

    The mule medium rare
    Devron C.

    Kudos to Shelly!! She is comedic, she kept the party entertained. The drinks were fast and the music just kept us rocking along!! They were just a little too goofy but the Mule came out fast the fries were crisp, I asked for medium well. Apologies for the messy pic I got hungry ok!!?!? I can't remember my drink but the mix was just right, it was smooth, it was strong, it kept the music on every beat ‍ def coming back again for a more indepth review

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    A really fun biker bar restaurant with killer Bloodys and great breakfast. Can't wait to return!

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    Best orange crushes at the beach! The bands are entertaining and service is great. Always have lots of fun at the Starboard.

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    Always a fave!! Drinks are never the same unless you see Shelly, food is always delicious!! Little cramped when dining.

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