What a fantastic evening at The Local Bootlegging Company Speakeasy in Rehoboth Beach! The food was…read moreoutstanding, 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!

**in response to the owners comment, we never met you. We didn't send food back nor did we request…read morenew 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.

We had such a wonderful experience here, despite one unfortunate miss with one of our entrées…read more We arrived about an hour early for our reservation and were able to find seats at the bar while we waited. From the moment we walked in, the host and owner were incredibly welcoming and kind. We started with a Hefeweizen and a Cosmo. While the Cosmo wasn't anything particularly unusual, it was honestly perfection -- exactly how a good Cosmo should taste. Once we were seated, we were taken care of by two servers who were both so friendly, attentive, and conversational. We shared the buttermilk fried oysters to start, which were delicious -- and actually my first time trying a fried oyster! For dinner, we ordered the lobster spaghettini and the New Bedford scallops. Unfortunately, something about the lobster spaghettini was really off. I have NEVER sent a dish back at a restaurant, but neither of us could eat it. I couldn't pinpoint exactly what it was, but the flavor seemed to be coming from the breadcrumbs throughout the dish, which tasted extremely stale (not just toasted) or maybe just too much miso? That being said, the way it was handled could not have been better. The owner was incredibly gracious and accommodating and immediately offered to exchange my dish. I ordered the scallops instead, and they were absolutely delicious. Beautifully seared, and the accompaniments worked so well together. One bad dish could have easily soured the experience, but it genuinely didn't. Between the oysters, scallops, drinks, and especially the hospitality, there was far more to compliment than criticize. The staff made us feel so welcome, and I really appreciated how kindly the situation was handled. We would absolutely return and recommend this restaurant. Sometimes how a restaurant responds when something isn't perfect says just as much as what happens when everything is -- and they handled it wonderfully.

Place is definitely more on upscale side for a restaurant in a beach town…read more They being said the food and the price reflect That Went with the steak and lobster Full disclosure not really s seafood person But now I can see why people order lobster Roasted potatoes might be one of the best I've ever had same goes for the peppercorn sauce and those things I actually know something about Looking for a change of pace drift is a nice pledge to stop and staff was above attentive

Hands down my favorite place for dinner or just drinks in Rehoboth! The place is adults only so…read morethe setting remains an intimate setting whether you're with someone special or a few friends. We had the Bree for starters, which was amazing. The classic old fashioned was spot on. For entrée we had a crab cake and the beef Wellington both were top notch. I always make this a stop at least once during each trip to the beach.

Yep, here again. Super fun and tasty. Great service. Elevated cocktails. Amazing vibes. Just go!!!…read moreYou will be a return customer! PS - get the popcorn! Sounds crazy but is fab!!!

We went to Salt Air for a birthday celebration and it was an absolute delight!…read moreWe made a weekday reservation for a party of 8 well in advance and still were only able to get a 5pm seating, so keep that in mind. We started with crab and spinach dip, as we were doing a citywide comparison of crab dips, and it was yummy, but not really comparable because of the spinach. We also tried the grilled artichokes and the PEI Mussels and both were delicious. Main courses of Seared Salmon and Ahi Tuna were very good. Our server was friendly, helpful and attentive. She was also super understanding of our two under-7 guests and their needs. The cherries in the Shirley Temples were monstrous! Cake was shared by all and was delicious.

What a fun bar/restaurant to go to with your girls !! You'll want a reservation here because it…read moregets booked up. Ahi tuna 7/10: The corn sauce with this was so unique. I'd get this dish again. Warmed cornbread with honey butter 11/10: I feel like the cornbread was a bit spicy in the best way possible. Was it jalapeño cornbread? It was so mouth watering with the butter !! This is a must-get ! Crab dip 7/10: Wish there were more things to dip into it. Hack: put the crab dip on the cornbread. That was a game changer. I'm not much of a drinker but I do think the Cosmo was WORTH! It has white peach in it which is all I needed.

The service matched that energy perfectly: attentive without being intrusive, genuinely friendly,…read moreand clearly proud of what they were serving. And then there was the food. Every single dish we ordered was outstanding, no exceptions. Each plate showed real care in preparation, with flavors that were bold, balanced, and memorable. It's rare for an entire meal to hit without a single weak note, but that's exactly what happened here. Only recommendation? Add more N/A options (less juice forward). Maybe a Phony Negroni or something. What stood out most was how the whole experience came together--great food, great service, and great atmosphere rarely align this seamlessly. Shorebreak isn't just a solid meal out; it's the kind of place you start planning your next visit to before you've even left. Highly, highly recommend.

Our favorite meal of the trip…read more Decor/service: cute place with a little outdoor sitting area. The tables are a little close together for my liking. The staff was friendly and service was quick Food: their menu has gluten allergens clearly labeled. we tried numerous appetizers including the crab soup special, fancy fries, deviled eggs, and brussel sprouts. The sprouts were our least favorite of them as they were way to light on the sauce. The other 3 were all very good and I think my wife died over the soup's flavor. The chorizo meatloaf had each component good tasting but when combined was great. The short rib entree was both beautiful and tasty!

We tried this restaurant on a September weeknight which was right near our hotel. It was simply…read moreexcellent. They had a special which offered 1/2 price off the second pasta dish. We had the 1/2 portion Bolognese and Lobster pasta dishes. Fantastic. The broccolini was very good too. The full version of the pasta dishes were big so you may want to consider avoiding appetizers if you order them. The atmosphere in this restaurant is very pristine , warm and inviting. The service was perfect and highly professional. The main dining room can get noisy with a full crowd. They do offer reservations through Open Table with no deposit required. There was no off street parking so it may be a challenge to park nearby during the Summer months. We will definitely be back here for dinner when in Rehoboth Beach.

Our family decided to try a few new places this year during our annual week-long getaway to…read moreRehoboth this year, and Sazio came highly recommended. We made a reservation about two weeks in advance, and were promptly seated when we arrived. Wendy was our server, and she was absolutely awesome. The atmosphere and vibe was great, and while it was crowded the arrangement of our table made it easy to chat and connect. The cocktail menu was impressive, and Wendy was great with a recommendation. I had the chicken parmesan, which was also a recommendation, and what a feast it was. Next time, we are going to try dessert as well, but what a fabulous place and an awesome meal. We loved it!

Best food I've had this week. We tried going here the other day but they do not open till noon. So…read morewe were like rats! Well something about this place kept gnawing at us. So today we're getting hungry for lunch and we walked the two miles to this place. We got the scallops that were an App. Those were absolutely delicious. After that I got the tuna wrap. And fries with no salt. That wrap was so good. Tun was perfect. Exactly what I needed. We got mocktails that were really good too. I'd def suggest this place to anyone coming down to Dewey. It's within walking distance.

Look this place is definitely interesting. They have a pool table right next to 3 big tables so all…read morewe heard the whole dinner was kids screaming and running by our table to play pool. Already off to a bad start. Then one of us ordered the Beef Empanadas as their appetizer and it was literally completely empty.. now they say they are prepared in the morning and must've not portioned them properly which is understandable but still kinda annoying. As we told the waitress she then rolled her eyes and walked to get the replacement ones which were packed with a tiny bit more meat. Honestly I would just avoid them anyway they were that good. The burger was okay nothing special a solid 7/10. I probably wouldn't go back here though just not my vibe especially with the kids running by our table and screaming while playing pool.

We wanted a bit of a fancy dinner to cap off our break weekend and this was supremely wonderful!…read more This space is somehow elegant, a bit pricy, ultra attentive service, and yet you feel like a relaxed family with your fellow diners giving recommendations and sharing ideas with zero aura of pretension. The seafood blends into everything and is the star but do not discount the details and sauces of each item to make it truly unique. There's zings and pows and delightfulness in addition to the huge pieces of scallop and salmon cake. The sense of richness is brought to every plate you don't want to stop eating. Do not sleep on their cocktail offerings! Strong drinks with strong mixed flavors- I got the silly blue drink with the blinking light inside and it was hilariously fun but also VERY tasty, tangy, and wonderful to drink alongside the food. I don't know how they manage to keep a cozy sense of special romance along with fun camaraderie but it's something unique to take notice and highly recommend to enjoy!

The food was very good. Always is. High quality and delicious. However, majorly slow bad service…read more We were seated 20-30 minutes after our reservation time and our waiter was hard to find. They were clearly preoccupied with the bar and lounge crowd which was big. The other problem - they placed us at a table which was, without warning, two seats away from the lounge. I love showtunes. But I don't want to have that loudly being sung in a fine dining restaurant from ten feet away. And in my personal opinion, not well.

The hostess was able to seat us without a reservation which we really appreciated. The cocktails…read moreand food from beginning to end were excellent. Our Thai chicken lettuce wrap appetizer was amazing as well as our Pad Thai and Kimchi fried rice dishes. And finally, the Vietnamese Coffee Tiramisu was to die for. We will be looking forward to trying other dishes on the menu on our next visit to Bodhi in Rehoboth Beach.

Bodhi Kitchen is a fantastic little restaurant that's nestled among BBQ and seafood options in…read moreRehoboth Beach. The menu is excellent (not gigantic!). They have a handful of entrees, which looked great, but my party ordered a bunch of small plates to share amongst ourselves, which I feel is the best way to enjoy the menu. We had the Toragashi Tuna, Soup Dumplings, Crab Rangoon, Wok-Fried Green Beans, and Spicy Cucumbers. Most of the menu items have heat and spice, so if you're intolerant to spicy foods be sure to mention it to your server. Speaking of whom, the staff is exceptional. The host was very accommodating and charming. Very professional yet friendly. The server was excellent -- very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu and cocktails. The chef brought out our food and checked on us personally to make sure we were enjoying the food. The entire staff was friendly and helpful, but didn't hover around as some tend to do. The ambiance of the restaurant is very chic and trendy. The lighting is low but not too dim, the decor is tasteful and modern. They have a bar near the entrance and 12 tables (and a table/booth combination). The restrooms are gender neutral and single occupancy. As you might imagine for a vacation spot, the small restaurant is quite busy. Reservations are recommended and can be made on their website.

Dan at the bar was great. My smash burger was done very well, technically a little different as the…read moreonions were not shaved, but they were caramelized to the proper level. My mom had the CT lobster roll, the lobster was very chewy, so overcooked, but I honestly expect that in most places, but for $36 we expected better. My sister got the Miso Glazed Tile Fish, which she liked. Overall experience was very good. Dan is the man! Thanks to Dan, and all the staff who made us have a good experience. Bravo again, that smash burger was pretty much perfect. I would definitely recommend.

Second time coming here this month and it'll be my last. A couple weeks ago we came for what was…read moresupposed to be $10lobster and they decided to change it to $15 which is a regular winter Sunday price despite being their "10 year anniversary". They advertised it as $10 and then called everyone that had reservations and changed it back to $15. When we arrived, the manager told us it was the advertising company not their fault. We then waited 45 minutes for our 430 reservation. There was no apology and no value given for the time wasted. Today we were given a reservation to come down for lobster roll special at 4 PM. There's a group of six of us. Four of the women are disabled. It is raining slightly not heavily, but we arrived at 3:50. The same manager came to the door and said roughly "sorry we don't open until four. I can't let you in" this despite one of the women standing in the rain with her walker. The food here is delicious. But the management is awful. It didn't used to be this way. I'm very sad to see it. I'm amending it to say our server was wonderful. His name is Jadi. He was very respectful and treated us old ladies very well.