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    The Wheelhouse

    3.3 (264 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Bars
    Open 11:30 am - 11:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Touristy

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    Salmon BLT
    Julie S.

    We arrived on a Saturday night with 8 people and waited for about 30minutes on the patio. Once seated, our server was friendly and we enjoyed food. My parents had the smoked salmon BLT and it was super yummy (I enjoyed left overs the next day!). I enjoyed old bay shrimp tacos. The chips were Cape Cod bag of chips, just fyi. We also had a great dessert selection!

    Great tasting oysters
    Sal R.

    The Wheelhouse offers menu items that are consistently tasty. They always have delicious seafood specials and their raw bar is well stocked. Great place for a date night as it has pleasant water

    Perfect Smith Island Coconut Cake- not too sweet.
    Charles H.

    Still is the best Happy Hour in Lewes. Now even better with the addition of live music (on Fridays at least.) Didn't have the Buck A Shuck oysters before. They were pretty good. 2 of my 5(?) tasted a little "off" but they had no ill effects on me. Buffalo Shrimp ($12) were great. Almost no breading, not too spicy and much bigger than "popcorn" size. More like bite-size mediums. Grouper Fingers ($11 for 3) seemed bigger and possibly even better than before. Can't beat $6 for Dogfish Head!

    Fried clam and fried calamari
    Kimberly A.

    Excellent service and a nice view. The drinks were amazing and they had an extensive menu. Fried clams and calamari was excellent and the wasabi mayo was phenomenal. Poke bowl was more deconstructed than I expected but it was delicious too. Can't wait to return :)

    Mac n cheese
    James T.

    OK so we went back anyway this year and....it was a lot better! Huh. Gotta tell it like it is right? Tuesday evening, sat outside in the sun with enough wind to keep bugs down. Servers were perky and fairly attentive other than forgetting to bring my Stormy Monday cocktail (forgivable). I got the daily catch with grilled sea bass on succotash with potato, really good. Wife and daughter (who's just lately eating fish) both got grouper sandwiches and loved them. Boy got mac n cheese, huge bowl and tasty although they really mean for you to up-buy with crab or something. Oh and the jerk chicken skewers are very good, nice portion and lit sauce. We didn't order anything fried, they still don't make rice for some reason but get on their wavelength and it can work.

    Clams
    Jackie F.

    Terrific raw bar clams and oysters for $1 apiece.Orange and grapefruit crush drinks are refreshing . I heartily recommend this restaurant with lovely outside seating overlooking the docks and Lewes bridge .Excellent service!!

    Views of water canal.
    April L.

    Great Happy specials. The Grouper bites are delicious! Taste like they jumped out of the ocean and on to your plate. Margaritas specials good too. We also tried the buck a shuck oysters which were amazing. You know what they say. Eat fish live longer eat oysters love longer. lol. Wheelhouse was definitely in my Wheelhouse of great value happy hours.

    Brad M.

    Just a short walk over the bridge from historic Lewes, this would be our go-to spot for date night if we lived nearby. With a large deck and indoor/outdoor seating with multiple bars, it's easy to find a seat, and there's not a bad spot in the house. The service was friendly and efficient. I had to enjoy ordering fresh fish from the dock, so I went with the grouper sandwich, which was perfectly tender and paired with crunchy slaw. The entire menu looked fantastic

    Dee M.

    Friday at lunchtime but ordering a dinner sized entree because we were starving. We got the one server who didn't want to be working. He rushed us to order and then we never saw him again until my dining partner went looking for him 3x. You see runners deliver food here and they just plop it down and run. I personally had corn on the cob, and fingerling potatoes. No butter supplied for either. That was the first run we had to make for server. Second was beverage refills and napkins. 3rd run for the MIA server was for our check after sitting 20 minutes with empty plates that were pushed aside indicating we were done. To be fair we felt the food was decent although my grouper could have been warmer as well as my corn on the cob. Every other server we saw was efficient,friendly and on point for their patrons. We know this because we had to engage them to do things for us and when they saw what outdoor table we were at they acted like they might be used to doing things for this server. But, they were polite and professional. This place has a fabulous canal location which is a 10. It'a pretty outside. I hope to return a few times this summer and perhaps be able to raise the rating.

    French Dip
    Chad F.

    We have been to the last couple of Fisherman Wharf restaurants and i'd say this is the best one yet. The Wheelhouse is connected to Zogg's on the Rehobeth boardwalk so I immediately knew it was going to be good. The food alone for the price is awesome! I paid more at local eateries for less quality food. I see lots of server complaints on Yelp. Maybe we just got lucky or it was a weekend shift, but our service was excellent. And mind you, this was our second visit this season. The ambience of the Indian River is what makes it so inviting. Seeing the boats and of course the little town of Lewes and it's shopping is right over the river. We plan to make this our go-to staple this summer since we have a camper in the area.

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    The service was great with Victoria! The food was very good, hot and good amount for the price! Would highly recommend this restaurant!

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    Fresh seafood, large portions, outdoor covered dining, and service was great. Go try for yourself!!!

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    Corndog was raw, but they did give us a full refund for it. The nachos are fire though. The view is nice as well.

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    Grouper fingers and grilled corn bread were absolutely the best ever! Service and environment were excellent!

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    Striper Bites - Summer nights on the patio

    Striper Bites

    4.0(357 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Cute seafood restaurant right on the water. I found the experience very much like one I could…read moreexpect in New England. The food backs it up as well. Once I saw shrimp and grits on the menu, I immediately zeroed in on that. I love shrimp and grits going back to my Winchester days. Succulent shrimp, cheesy grits, and a nice porky meat to give it extra character. Here they use chorizo. But ham or bacon are good options as well. I also like that they give you eight big pieces of shrimp. Not like other restaurants that only give you two or four prawns and call it a day. The crab bisque is good too. A tasty soup that works well this time of year. Even though it was cold the first go around, the second one tasted hot and fresh. Of course it would taste good. The Delmarva region is abundant in crabs. Just as I would expect a clam chowder to taste great in New England or Manhattan. One thing to nitpick, it should come with oyster crackers, not saltines. They work better when it comes to a bisque or a chowder. Besides that, I have little to complain about.

    The common theme in many of the reviews for Striper Bites is "...it's a favorite of the locals..."…read more Lewes, DE is one of my favorite places for quick weekend trips, and after visiting Striper Bites quite often, not only is this place a favorite of the locals, but for us "tourists" also. Located in the quaint downtown, Striper Bites pays homage to Lewes' history as a former Dutch whaling and port city with nautical themed decor. Large wooden barrels, ship steering wheels, mounted fish and nets adorn the walls and accent the dark wooden furniture and color palette. There is a diverse menu, but when I'm in town with friends and family...I keep it simple. I'll usually start with one of the many beers on draft; check the chalkboard for what's on tap from the ever changing selection. The crab dip is an AMAZING appetizer. Chunks of crab meat are mixed in with cheese, given a quick bake, and served with buttered toast points. Great for sharing. You can also ask for additional pieces of bread (which I usually do) to sop up any residual dip. The bistro burger is nothing fancy...but everything a good pub style burger should be. A well seasoned angus beef patty is grilled is topped with aged white cheddar, bacon jam, house sauce, arugula, and nestled in a briche bun. The side of fries are also nice and crispy. Honestly, I've had the fish and chips, the fried shrimp, and other seafood dishes, and no suprise, it's all good. Service is always friendly, but not always as "prompt" when it gets busy - which in the summer during the high tourist season - but that's to be understood. Every town needs a neighborhood gathering spot like Striper Bites.

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    Harbour - Steak and Cake off season special

    Harbour

    4.2(76 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$$

    Steak and Cake Special with a Canal View…read more Tried Harbor in Lewes, Delaware, located right along the canal in the downtown district, and it definitely leans toward the upscale side of dining in town. As soon as you walk in, you can feel that polished, higher end atmosphere, and the canal views make for a really nice setting. I went during the off season in early March and caught their Wednesday night Steak and Cake special. For $36 you get a six ounce filet mignon, a crab cake, mashed potatoes, green beans, and a Caesar salad. For a restaurant of this caliber, that's a pretty solid deal. The Caesar salad came out fresh and crisp, and for the first time ever I noticed something you rarely see anymore -- two small sardine strips on top, which is actually the traditional way to serve a true Caesar. The entree was nicely plated. The filet was ordered medium. Parts of it were cooked perfectly and very tender, though a couple bites were a little chewy. The crab cake was the highlight. Very meaty with minimal filler, which is exactly what you want this close to the Delaware coast. Mashed potatoes had that homemade style with a few lumps. Some people love that rustic feel, though I personally prefer them a little smoother. The green beans were simply steamed but had great flavor. Service was excellent. My waitress Kim was friendly, attentive, and very accommodating. The restaurant itself was clean and well kept, including the restrooms. Overall, a very enjoyable meal with great flavor across the board. I'd definitely come back and would be curious to see what the atmosphere is like here during the busy summer season.

    I love the ambiance at Harbour. It sits on the waterfront, and if you come for happy hour you can…read moresit at a bar facing the water and watch the boats go by. For dinner, we had a wonderful seat in the corner with a waterfront view. This is a lovely restaurant. Service was excellent as well. The mussel appetizer was delicious - white sauce with the crusty bread was so good. Crab dip was ok. The lamb shank special was also delicious - meat was braised fork-tender. The mahi mahi special was good, maybe a little dry, but I really enjoyed the bed of wild rice that it was served with, a little chew and lots of rich flavor. The disappointment of the night was the brisket - I suppose after having brisket from Texas, you're forever spoiled and can't help but judge everything to that standard. It was dry and a little tough, not a lot of flavor. Overall highly recommend, this remind one of my favorite Lewes restaurants.

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    Harbour - Calamari

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    The Pig and Publican - Good side salad

    The Pig and Publican

    4.3(230 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    The whole vibe of the place is great! The host is wonderful and so friendly! He was also helpful…read morewith menu recommendations as well as recommendations for places to visit while in the area. Amazing food, and fast and personable service!! Would absolutely recommend if you're in the area.

    Came here only because I was under the impression this place loves dogs and great place to take…read moreyour dogs. When our party arrived, we sat in a place that would be good with the dogs, because their was another dog near the entrance. My friend had asked for a high chair and the high chair arrived beyond disgusting. We were all grossed out by the state of the high chair and our table - no one wiped it clean or did anything. I helped and cleaned it for my friend and the picture that I posted is after the fact it's been wiped. Please imagine how bad it was before I wiped it with 4 sanitizing wipes. The waitress, Becky came over and asked if we're ready to order, meanwhile she saw our entire party wiping the tables and high chair and never once offered to clean it. She didn't even understand that we haven't looked at the menu because we're too busy doing the restaurant's job to offer a clean environment to eat and dine. She seemed annoyed that we weren't ready and left and turns out the other dog was her daughter's and they were there hanging out. She, of course seemed more cheerful there, then she was with our party that just sat. We haven't done anything to annoy her besides just arriving. The restaurant did provide water bowls for the dogs, but no one really seemed to be happy to see dogs being there, so not sure why this place would be a great place to take dogs. I just really thought all the staff here would all love dogs. I didn't taste the smashburger, but it was flagged that it wasn't a true smashburger, since there wasn't any crispiness or thinness. It was just a regular burger. I got the mussels daily flavour that was "Thai" - decent, but a lot of the mussels came closed and not sure why it would be "Thai" when they used jalapenos as their heat. Shrimp Basket - not great. Very disappointing experience - wished I didn't pick this place and wasted a meal here for the sake of wanting to bring my dogs to a place where I thought would be a great place for them.

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    The Pig and Publican - Great clams in white sauce

    Great clams in white sauce

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    Big Oyster Brewery - Inside with small bar

    Big Oyster Brewery

    4.1(321 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    Always wonderful! The happy hour is such a bargain! $16 for 12 Deleware oysters! $5 house wines!…read more$17 steam pot! I love the ambiance, as well as the beer. Every year, I visit here as soon as I get to Lewes! The servers are so kind and no one has ever gotten my order wrong.

    This seafood restaurant is set away from the busy route 1 highway but just several minutes away…read morefrom the Tanger outlet mall. Was worth visiting! In spite the busyness, my party of 5 was able to get seated fairly quick, since we chose to sit outside. Though it was a muggy day, there was a nice breeze out in the area by the kids activities. This play area is probably the best draw if you have a family with young kids as there's a playground, ping pong table, cornhole, fuse ball tables, basketball hoops and even an area to kick the ball in the sand. My 7-year old had a blast while we waited for our food. Came here bc of a friend's rec. Got the full steamer pot to share with hubby that came an assortment of clams, mussels, shrimps along with a corn and a few bratwurst. It was yummy but definitely could've had more. Kids said their salmon kids meal were ok as salmon was a bit overcooked and lacking seasoning, however their side of fried brussel sprouts were delicious. My friend seemed to have enjoyed her chicken Philly cheesesteak. Would come back again to take advantage of HH special between 4-6pm, which only applies when inside the restaurant as it would've been 1/2 the price for the steamer pot.

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    View from parking lot.

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    Indoor tent that you can bring your dog with you.

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    Bluecoast Seafood Grill & Raw Bar Rehoboth - SHRIMP & GRITS

    Bluecoast Seafood Grill & Raw Bar Rehoboth

    4.4(532 reviews)
    4.7 mi
    $$$

    Lovely clean airy dining spot on the main road next to brewery…read more Excellent service despite being busier than usual most of the time. Delicious calamari, wings and fresh raw oysters for appetizer! Love the Fat Crab Cakes, savor every bite. Good selection of drafts to go with the meal. One of the better choices in Rehoboth. Highly recommend!!

    My family loves going to this restaurant! They have some of the best, if not the best, oysters and…read moreseafood in the area! They have a good selection of different oysters and are really fresh! They are knowledge about the flavors of each oyster type and have been on point every time! They have one of my favorite mignonettes made there that pair well with the oysters! The menu has rotating new items occasionally which helps change up the menu and choices available. The fish dishes are really flavorful, moist and cooked well! The crab dip was good, but underwhelming. They have delicious wine and cocktail here. The staff are always extremely friendly and accommodating. Food service is quick and on time. They have a big inside facility with a lot of seating. They have outdoor seating available during the warmer weathers and occasionally have live music and a fire pit. We will continue to back when we're in the area and definitely recommend trying this delicious food establishment!

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    Bluecoast Seafood Grill & Raw Bar Rehoboth - Nice food, very good environment. I have enjoyed my time here.

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    Nice food, very good environment. I have enjoyed my time here.

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