The last 30 years have brought almost unthinkable change to the once seasonal small town getaway. The upside to all this growth and change? He will be among five chefs competing for the title of best chef in the Mid-Atlantic region. The awards are announced June In an effort to answer that age-old question in a more organized fashion, I offer this roundup of my favorite haunts in the Rehoboth area in a range of styles and budgets.
And please note: These are just my opinions based on lots of experience. Rehoboth offers a handful of options for a truly high-end experience. The setting is probably the most formal in town. A small bar in front is always busy and staffed by friendly, knowledgeable mixologists. Eden 23 Baltimore Ave. The ahi tuna β my go to β is perfectly seared and delicious rare.
The upstairs dining room is ideal for a large party or special event. The lobster French toast gets all the press, but the entire seafood menu is as good as any in D.
The coveted bar seats go fast and there are only a handful of them at the unique bar that opens to the outside so go early. Since , the Blue Moon 35 Baltimore Ave. The restaurant is consistently rated among the best in town. The Sunday brunch remains among the best in town, complete with white tablecloths and welcome scones. Many of us miss the old days of the Moon as a sometimes-raucous bar and dance club, but happy hour is back with half-price cocktails and appetizers, Monday-Friday, p.
So go for a drink and stay for dinner and enjoy crab cakes, lobster risotto, duck breast, and more. Ah, the Back Porch 59 Rehoboth Ave. La Fable 26 Baltimore Ave. She pulled off a remarkable feat, turning the rather unappealing basement setting at La Fable into an authentic and charming French bistro. The space is small so make a reservation. The high-end scene may be small but there are a plethora of quality mid-priced restaurants that beckon.
