Back Burner Restaurant

4.5

1613 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Over 40 years of Operation & Voted Best of Delaware several years in a row, our kitchen offers seasonal selections of contemporary American cuisine, interlaced with Italian and French influences that will please all who visit! Being located in historic Hockessin, DE, our cozy restaurant will make you feel right at home.; Whether you sit at the bar, in our fireplace room, or with a view of the kitchen!

• Our Signature dishes include:
- Pumpkin Mushroom Soup
- Shrimp Léjon
- Kennett Square Stuffed Mushrooms
- House-made Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
- Fresh Fish
- Featured Game
- Featured Steaks

• The Back Burner is the perfect choice for celebrating all occasions. We offer passion, perfection, and unsurpassed quality in everything we do.
Our private Fire Place Room can accommodate groups from 15-28 people.

• Featuring Nightly Specials & Daily Happy Hour!
Call For Larger Groups

• For additional info, please contact our Dining Room Manager at 302-239-2314 or email: event@backburner.com

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Seafood
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(302) 239-2314
Website
http://www.backburner.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Contact The Back Burner To Go for your catering needs at 302-239-2732.
Private party facilities
Private parties may enjoy our Fireplace Room, which can accommodate up to 25 guests in an easily accessible and cozy setting. Menu options are available for lunch and dinner.Please contact us at 302-239-2314 to learn more, or email us at events@backburner.comRemember to book your holiday parties early!

Location
425 Hockessin Corner, Hockessin, DE 19707
Neighborhood
Hockessin
Cross street
Old Lancaster Pike
Parking details
The Back Burner offers a large private lot for your convenience. Please note that the parking lot is a one-way design, which circles around "Jennifer's Bridal" gown shop and leads back to Old Lancaster Pike.
Public transit
Bus Stop at Yorklyn Road/ Lancaster Pike
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Shrimp Lejon$15.00
Horseradish, bacon wrapped, tangy dill sauce
Better Cheddar$12.00
Roasted walnuts, flatbread, fig jam, pear marmalade
Charcuterie$25.00
Chef selected cheese and meats, olives, seasonal jam, flatbreads
Peach & Tomato Caprese$12.00
Heirloom tomatoes, ripe peaches, buffalo mozzarella, fresh basil, white balsamic drizzle
Stuffed Mushrooms$15.00
Jumbo lump crab imperial stuffed mushrooms, lemon caper cream
Fried Brussels $10.00
Lemon, parmesan, fresh herbs
Wings$14.00
Buffalo, Old Bay, Thai Chili, or BBQ

SOUPS

Pumpkin Mushroom - Cup$7.00
Crouton, crème fraiche, chive
Pumpkin Mushroom - Bowl$9.00
Crouton, crème fraiche, chive
Du Jour - Cup$7.00
Daily selection
Du Jour - Bowl$9.00
Daily selection

SALADS

*Wedge - Small$7.00
Iceberg, tomato, red onion, bacon, gorgonzola dressing
*Wedge - Large$9.00
Iceberg, tomato, red onion, bacon, gorgonzola dressing
Caesar - Small$8.00
Romaine, garlic focaccia, parmesan, anchovy dressing
Caesar - Large$10.00
Romaine, garlic focaccia, parmesan, anchovy dressing
*House Greens - Small$8.00
Gorgonzola, spiced walnuts, tomato, cranberries, balsamic
*House Greens - Large$10.00
Gorgonzola, spiced walnuts, tomato, cranberries, balsamic
*Passion Salad$15.00
Spring mix, raspberries, strawberries, mangoes, toasted almonds, goat cheese & passion fruit vinaigrette
*Poached Pear & Spinach$14.00
Tart cherries, candied walnuts, crumbled goat cheese, applewood bacon, pear & ginger vinaigrette
*Blackened Salmon & Greens$20.00
Roasted sweet potatoes with black bean & corn relish, avocado, grape tomatoes, cilantro lime dressing

ADD TO ANY SALAD OR ENTRÉE

Chicken$6.00
Petite Filet$15.00
Shrimp$8.00
*Crab Cake$20.00
Salmon$10.00

ENTREES

Pan Seared Salmon$20.00
Roasted Dijon herb rubbed salmon, baby zucchini, sunburst & patty pan squash, tropical almond jasmine rice
*Jumbo Lump Crab Cake$22.00
Goat cheese yukon mash, haricot vert, dijon caper cream
Back Burner Shrimp Scampi$19.00
Gulf shrimp, grape tomatoes, linguini, garlic scampi sauce
Mojo Chicken Bowl$16.00
Chorizo rice with quinoa, avocado, sweet peas, black bean & corn salsa, honey chipotle crema
Featured Quiche$14.00
Featured quiche, champagne vinaigrette dressed greens, potato, bacon, onion hash
*Filet Mignon $22.00
Frizzled onions, blue cheese, madeira mushroom demi-glace, roasted garlic mashed potato, grilled asparagus

ON BREAD

served with house chips and dill pickles

Portobello Burger$14.00
Portobello cap, blue cheese, sautéed spinach, roasted red pepper, roasted garlic aioli, brioche bun
Crab Cake Sandwich$20.00
Jumbo lump crab, lettuce, tomato, orange tarragon tartar, brioche bun
Back Burner Chicken Salad$14.00
Roasted chicken salad, mayo, croissant
Porchetta$15.00
Sliced, slow-roasted pork loin, sharp provolone cheese, broccoli rabe, roasted peppers & onions, rosemary aioli, seeded roll
Patty Melt$15.00
½ lb. ground beef, caramelized onions, swiss & provolone cheese, creamy dijonaise, toasted marble rye bread
Steakhouse Burger$15.00
½ lb. ground beef, cooper American, frizzled onions, apple wood bacon, horseradish crema, brioche bun
Chef’s Ciabatta$14.00
Blackened chicken breast, roasted red pepper, prosciutto, pesto, arugula, fresh mozzarella.
Gluten Free Bun/Bread/Roll/Lettuce Wrap Available $2$2.00

SIDES

Haricot Vert $7.00
Asparagus $7.00
Fried Brussels $7.00
Yukon Mash $5.00
Seasoned Fries $6.00
Onion Rings $7.00

*=Gluten Free

*CONSUMING RAW OR UNDERCOOKEDMEATS, SEAFOOD, SHELLFIH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOODBORNE ILLNESS*

What 1,613 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Delaware
Neighborhood gem

Review summary

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Back Burner Restaurant is a cherished local gem known for its "great service" and "delicious food." With a diverse menu featuring highlights like crab cakes and a beloved pumpkin mushroom soup, it offers a welcoming atmosphere for casual lunches or special occasions. "Ricky, our favorite server," adds to the delightful dining experience. Whether it's "burger night" or a full-course dinner, Back Burner consistently impresses with its flavorful dishes and attentive staff.

1,613 Reviews

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Linda
Philadelphia
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed another lovely dinner with my friend at the Back Burner in the Tavern. Our Autumn Salmon Salad was delicious with perfectly cooked salmon, roasted cauliflower and butternut squash, poached apples, pomegranate seeds and pepitas. Every bite had so many flavors! As a bonus, we dined during happy hour so our glasses of wine from the tap were so reasonable! Service was just right! We will dine again soon!
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Bruce
Philadelphia
22 reviews
vip
2.0
22 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Sigh. Its close to my house and I've had good meals here but the last 2 trips make me want to not go back. Last night was a disaster for the kitchen and wait staff. I know because we waited a long time for stuff. My sandwich was good but my wife's fish was overcooked and cold somehow. The boomers next to us went nuts on the waiter because everything was cold. Somewhere in here is a good restaurant with good recipes and probably a good chef. Finding good wait staff in rural places is difficult so I doubt this problem is going to clear up any time soon. I don't want to write the place off but I'm going to give it several months before I try again. Maybe do the same.
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Larry
Naples
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Hadn’t been here in a couple years, and the mushroom pumpkin soup was as fabulous as always. The food was outstanding, and we had a delightful server named Evan who is very knowledgeable as well as very friendly. Gave us great service and we had a fantastic time.
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Barbara
Charleston
84 reviews
vip
3.0
84 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
I love the Back Burner and have been eating there for years. The ambiance is comfortable . It is a great place to meet friends for lunch or dinner. My experiences have not been consistent, however. Today I tried the pumpkin and mushroom soup. It was excellent-- but we had to send it back to the kitchen 2 times before it came back hot. The coffee my guest ordered was lukewarm. After having made an issue about the soup, she didn't complain about the coffee.
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Stephanie
Philadelphia
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent! We went on a Tuesday which is Burger Night. Delicious, I mean really good. We also tried a Berry dessert that was sooooo good. We will be back!
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Love2Dine
Philadelphia
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
BEST shrimp lejon ever, crispy bacon and perfectly cooked shrimp. Delicious lump crab cake without a bunch of filler was the entree.
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Taylor
Philadelphia
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing, the service was incredible (Thank you Diana!) and the ambiance was perfect for the nice date night we were looking for.
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Terry
Philadelphia
74 reviews
4.0
74 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is our second time eating at the Backburner and for the most part both experiences have been good. However last evening I ordered the crab cakes, I originally only ordered one and then decided at the recommendation of the server to order two. I could only get through one as it was so full of shell or hard cartilage there was crunch in every bite. Although full of crab, they lacked any flavor. The goat cheese whipped potatoes were nothing but mashed potatoes with goat cheese thrown on top. I was very disappointed with my entree. Although I’m sure we will return, the crab cakes are off the table.
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Terrie
Philadelphia
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always enjoying going to dinner here. Good selection on the menu. Specials are always good. Mushroom pumpkin soup is amazing. Nice atmosphere and good service.
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George
Philadelphia
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
As always the food was excellent and the service courteous and attentive.
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FAQs

Back Burner Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (302) 239-2314.

Back Burner Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 1613 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

425 Hockessin Corner, Hockessin, DE 19707

Additional information

Cross street
Old Lancaster Pike
Neighborhood
Hockessin
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
The Back Burner offers a large private lot for your convenience. Please note that the parking lot is a one-way design, which circles around "Jennifer's Bridal" gown shop and leads back to Old Lancaster Pike.
Public transit
Bus Stop at Yorklyn Road/ Lancaster Pike
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.backburner.com/
Phone number
(302) 239-2314
Catering
Contact The Back Burner To Go for your catering needs at 302-239-2732.
Private party facilities
Private parties may enjoy our Fireplace Room, which can accommodate up to 25 guests in an easily accessible and cozy setting. Menu options are available for lunch and dinner.Please contact us at 302-239-2314 to learn more, or email us at events@backburner.comRemember to book your holiday parties early!

Back Burner Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Featured Quiche

Passion Salad

Center Cut Filet Mignon - 10oz

STARTERS

Shrimp Lejon$15.00

Better Cheddar$12.00

Charcuterie$25.00

Peach & Tomato Caprese$12.00

Stuffed Mushrooms$15.00

Fried Brussels $10.00

Wings$14.00

SOUPS

Pumpkin Mushroom - Cup$7.00

Pumpkin Mushroom - Bowl$9.00

Du Jour - Cup$7.00

Du Jour - Bowl$9.00

SALADS

*Wedge - Small$7.00

*Wedge - Large$9.00

Caesar - Small$8.00

Caesar - Large$10.00

*House Greens - Small$8.00

*House Greens - Large$10.00

*Passion Salad$15.00

*Poached Pear & Spinach$14.00

*Blackened Salmon & Greens$20.00

ADD TO ANY SALAD OR ENTRÉE

Chicken$6.00

Petite Filet$15.00

Shrimp$8.00

*Crab Cake$20.00

Salmon$10.00

ENTREES

Pan Seared Salmon$20.00

*Jumbo Lump Crab Cake$22.00

Back Burner Shrimp Scampi$19.00

Mojo Chicken Bowl$16.00

Featured Quiche$14.00

*Filet Mignon $22.00

ON BREAD

Portobello Burger$14.00

Crab Cake Sandwich$20.00

Back Burner Chicken Salad$14.00

Porchetta$15.00

Patty Melt$15.00

Steakhouse Burger$15.00

Chef’s Ciabatta$14.00

Gluten Free Bun/Bread/Roll/Lettuce Wrap Available $2$2.00

SIDES

Haricot Vert $7.00

Asparagus $7.00

Fried Brussels $7.00

Yukon Mash $5.00

Seasoned Fries $6.00

Onion Rings $7.00

*=Gluten Free

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