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1. Bardea Food & Drink
4.8
Exceptional(2319)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Wilmington
Booked 26 times today
Bardea, pronounced: bar-DAY-ah, is the Italian term for "the goddess of food and drink." The stunning, 120-seat restaurant utilizes ingredients from local Delaware Valley farms and purveyors, and features modern interpretations of traditional Italian and Mediterranean dishes. In 2019, Bardea Food & Drink received a semifinalist nomination in the James Beard Foundation's "Best New Restaurant" category.
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2. Tonic Seafood and Steak
4.5
Awesome(1265)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Wilmington
Booked 5 times today
Located in the heart of downtown Wilmington, Delaware, Tonic Seafood & Steak offers four distinct dining areas, each with its unique ambiance and design. Upon entering the restaurant, guests are greeted by a vibrant atmosphere with stunning light fixtures, metallic gold accents, and a glass-enclosed room. The entrance area features the Bar and Lounge, where live music plays on Friday and Saturday nights.
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3. Chelsea Tavern
4.0
Excellent(1496)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Wilmington
Booked 1 time today
Chelsea Tavern is a local popular gastropub located in downtown Wilmington, directly across from the Grand Opera House. The kitchen prepares delicious comfort food consisting of locally grown and house made ingredients, that is complemented by our dynamic craft beer selection. Chelsea’s ever-changing inventory features 33 beers on tap, hundreds of large format bottles, cans, and single serving bottles of seasonal and local brews. Chelsea is a neighborhood favorite that is perfect for a quick lunch, weekend brunch with friends, pre-show dinner, or a group gathering. Join the energetic bar scene to watch the big game, or on our spacious patio for comfortable outdoor dining. At Chelsea Tavern, we look forward to serving you soon!
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4. Cafe Mezzanotte
4.6
Exceptional(544)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Wilmington
Booked 2 times today
Located in Downtown Wilmington, Cafe Mezzanotte has built a reputation as Delaware's premier spot to enjoy classically prepared Pan-Mediterranean & Italian cuisine. We offer an intimate atmosphere with servers who attend to each diner with exceptional care. Whether you are looking for a romantic evening, hosting a large corporate gathering, or a casual night out, all of us at Cafe Mezzanotte will cater to your needs.
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5. The Garden at Bardea
4.7
Exceptional(28)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Wilmington
Located in downtown Wilmington, The Garden at Bardea is the fifth restaurant concept from the James Beard-nominated Bardea Restaurant group. This outdoor space promises to become the city's go-to destination for alfresco dining and a good time. Guests can expect a dynamic outdoor dining room, with a mix of lounge and traditional seating surrounded by lush planters and fountains. Retractable awnings provide shade during the day, while fire pits and heaters keep guests cozy after dark. It will be the perfect spot to relax and unwind after a long day at work or groove into the evening over cocktails with friends
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6. Bardea Steak
4.5
Awesome(785)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Wilmington
Booked 20 times today
A restaurant and bar by James Beard-nominated chef Antimo DiMeo. We're serious about snacks and steak. Our collaboration with artisanal farmers brings you exceptional cuts from both familiar and rare breeds. Though, Chef Antimo DiMeo extends his creativity beyond meat. Indulge in snacks from both land and sea and embark on a captivating journey with our chef's tasting menu-an exploration of Chef DiMeo's globetrotting inspirations and childhood memories. Join us at the crossroads of tradition and innovation for a distinctive dining experience.
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7. La Fia
4.9
Exceptional(2079)
Price: Moderate
• Farm-to-table • Wilmington
Booked 17 times today
Travel down historic Market Street towards the Riverfront in Wilmington, Delaware and you will find La Fia Bistro. La Fia is an intimate dinner destination in a historic building located on the corner of 5th and Market. Chef Dwain Kalup's menu utlizes carefully sourced ingredients reflecting the seasons, local region and local farms. The menu at La Fia features small plates, pastas and creative entrees. Our cheese and charcuterie is one of a kind and not to be missed! Due to the small size of our restaurant we allow 2 hours for guests to enjoy their dining experience. If you feel you need more time please reach out to us directly.
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8. Banks' Seafood Kitchen & Raw Bar
4.6
Exceptional(4121)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Wilmington
Booked 1 time today
Banks' Seafood Kitchen & Raw Bar is a casual, upscale seafood eatery & hot spot on the river. Adjacent to the Riverwalk, Banks' Seafood Kitchen & Raw Bar has become THE place for lunch, dinner, cocktails, and late night in the City of Wilmington. The chic atmosphere, fresh raw bar, award-winning crab cakes, outstanding lobsters, and other imaginatively prepared seafood, great martinis, and 50 wines by the glass are some of the keys to an exciting experience.
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9. Iron Hill Brewery - Wilmington
4.7
Exceptional(2111)
Price: Moderate
• American • Wilmington
Booked 18 times today
Welcome to Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, where you'll find fine handcrafted beers, creative yet informal cuisine, and friendly, attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere. We're passionate about producing distinctive, full-flavored handcrafted beers, accompanied by fresh–from–scratch New American cuisine in a comfortable, casual atmosphere. Our goal has always been to provide food and beer that is inspired, consistently crafted and presented by a knowledgeable and courteous service staff.
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10. Columbus Inn
4.8
Exceptional(2434)
Price: Moderate
• American • Wilmington
Booked 17 times today
Columbus Inn has been reborn as a contemporary bar/restaurant that combines the best of both the old and new. Featuring seasonal Modern American menus with an extensive selection of wine, beer, and craft cocktails.Online Ordering and Delivery Options available through our website: www.ColumbusInn.net

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  • Nyeir
    Philadelphia County •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The dining experience was overall pleasant, with a notable emphasis on the quality and presentation of the dishes, befitting a fine dining establishment. However, there is room for improvement in the service, particularly regarding the efficiency of taking orders and reducing wait times. While it is understandable that the preparation of high-quality meals requires time, a more streamlined process for placing orders would enhance the overall experience.
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    Bardea Food & DrinkPrice: Moderate• Italian• Wilmington
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    4.8
  • Elaine
    Philadelphia County •1 review
    4.0
    Dined on Nov 16, 2024
    Food was great. Service was kind but inefficient. Never bought back requested items. 20% service fee automatically added… didn’t like that. Convenient for pre-show at the grand.
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    Chelsea TavernPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Wilmington
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  • OpenTable Dinervip
    Tampa / Central Florida West •22 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 16, 2024
    What can I say? It was our second time coming, and it was phenomenal!! All thanks to Teddy who took fantastic care of us!! The food and ambiance was perfect!! Thank you again!
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    Tonic Seafood and SteakPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Wilmington
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    4.5
  • Joseph
    Philadelphia County •70 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 9, 2024
    Limited menu, but don’t be afraid to ask the chef for what you want. My wife wanted linguine with clams ( not on the menu). They made the dish for her. I had a perfectly cooked veal chop. Great restaurant!
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    Cafe MezzanottePrice: Expensive• Italian• Wilmington
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    4.6
  • SCOTTvip
    Philadelphia County •33 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 7, 2024
    We started with the Small plates of Avocado and then the Salmon. The Avocado dish was divine...perfectly warm with tantalizing flavors beneath it. The salmon was really good but we weren't fans of the "crisp" that comes with it which is made from the skin...too fishy for our taste. That's a personal preference. I had the burger and my wife the Cacio e Pepe. Both were also excellent.
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    The Garden at BardeaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Wilmington
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    4.7

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