Bethany Beach
Put the lime in the coconut, add a hint of lemongrass and a few chilies, fill it with heaps of fresh fish, then eat it all up. That’s the kind of fun, intriguing cuisine the cosmopolitan 14 Global has surprised us with for the past few seasons. Follow with a tapas portion of tandoori-seasoned octopus. Do yourself in with coconut-curry glazed mahi mahi hot off the grill. Return soon.
(14 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Bethany Beach, 616-1035, www.14global.com)
Maryland
With its stone walls, massive fireplace, vintage colors and meals served on fine china with classic stemware, the Colonial Fair Hill Inn harkens back to another time. Yet the menu stays thoroughly contemporary. An ever-evolving menu means constant surprises, such as salmon poached in court bouillon with pho in miso-ginger-shiitake broth and a concasse of sweet kumato tomato and lemon balm. (3370 Singerly Road, Elkton, 410-398-4187, www.thefairhillinn.com)
Lewes
The signature seafood chowder and all-lump crab cakes never go out of style at The Buttery. Nor does the elegant, white-cloth dining room. Braised chicken with chanterelles and baby carrots in a reduction of Reisling and bouillon typify the approachable, perfectly executed fare. The wine list bridges the classic and contemporary, from La Célestière Châteauneuf-du-Pape to Silver Birch Sauvignon Blanc. (102 Second St., Lewes, 645-7755, www.butteryrestaurant.com)
Newark
Brick walls and barn planking create a casual, relaxing atmosphere that is perfect for enjoying the modern Italian fare at Taverna. From a starter such as grilled artichokes to delicious sandwiches of cured meats to hearty meals such as cannelloni filled with chicken, prosciutto, fontina and sautéed spinach in cream, every dish is a winner. (121 E. Main St., Newark, 444-4334,
www.tavernamainstreet.com)
Rehoboth Beach
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As if the regular menu at Nage Bistro and Wine Bar won’t keep you coming back—seafood a la Nage, anyone?—there is a regular schedule of specials: Meatless Mondays, Wine-Oh! Wednesdays, Farm Fresh Thursdays and Seafood Supper Sundays, with live music on Fridays. Cool, casual, always superb, Nage is beach dining at its best. (19730 Coastal Hwy., Rehoboth Beach,
226-2037, www.nagerb.com)
Bethany Beach
Bethany Blues
6 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Bethany Beach, 537-1500
www.bethanyblues.com/bethany
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Bridgeville
Jimmy’s Grille
18541 S. Main St., Bridgeville, 337-7575
www.jimmysgrille.org
Claymont
Claymont Steak Shop
3526 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, 798-0013
www.claymontsteakshop.com
Dewey Beach
Woody’s Dewey Beach Bar & Grill
1904 Hwy. One, Dewey Beach, 260-9945
www.deweybeachbar.com
Dover
Cool Springs Fish Bar & Restaurant
2463 S. State St., Dover, 698-1955
www.coolspringsfishbar.com
Fenwick Island
Nantuckets
601 Coastal Hwy., Fenwick Island, 539-2607
www.nantuckets-restaurant.com
Georgetown
The Brick Hotel
18 The Circle, Georgetown, 855-5800
www.thebrickhotel.com
Greenville-Centreville
Pizzas By Elizabeths
3801 Kennett Pike, Greenville, 654-4478
www.pizzabyelizabeths.com
Harrington
Bonz Restaurant & Lounge
15 W. Rider Road, Harrington, 398-5348
www.casino.harringtonraceway.com/dining/bonz.php
Hockessin
The House of William & Merry
1336 Old Lancaster Pike, Hockessin, 234-2255
www.williamandmerry.com
Lewes
Agave Mexican Restaurant
137 Second St., Lewes, 645-1232
Maryland
Chesapeake Inn
605 Second St., Chesapeake City, (410) 885-2040
www.chesapeakeinn.com
Middletown
1861 Restaurant
423 N. Broad St., Middletown, 376-7956
www.1861restaurant.com
Milford
Abbott’s Grill
249 NE Front St., Milford, 491-6736
www.abbottsgrillde.com
Millsboro
The Georgia House
119 Main St., Millsboro, 934-6737
www.eatgh.com
Milton
Po’ Boys Creole & Fresh Catch
900 Palmer St., Milton, 684-0890
www.poboyscreole.com
Newark
Caffé Gelato
90 E. Main St., Newark, 738-5811
www.caffegelato.net
North Wilmington
Harry’s Savoy Grill
2020 Naamans Road, Wilmington, 475-3000
www.harryshospitalitygroup.com/harrys-savoy-grill
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Pennsylvania
Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar
549 Wilmington Pike, Glen Mills, (610) 358-1005
www.harvestseasonalgrill.com
Rehoboth Beach
Big Fish Grill
20298 Coastal Hwy., Rehoboth Beach, 227-3474
www.bigfishgrill.com
Seaford
Bon Appétit
​312 High St., Seaford, 629-3700
www.bonappetitseaford.net
Smyrna (tie)
Odd Fellows Cafe
34 S. Main St., Smyrna, 514-9008
Trevi Ristorante
​53 E. Glenwood Ave., Smyrna, 653-6800
www.treviristorantellc.com
Wilmington
La Fia Bakery + Bistro + Market
421 N. Market St., Wilmington, 543-5574
www.lafiawilmington.com
