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Tonic Seafood and Steak, Wilmington, DE

Tonic Seafood and Steak

4.4
4.4
1313 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
111 W. 11th Street, Wilmington, DE 19801

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Great for creative cocktails
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–1:00 am Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (302) 777-2040
  • Website
    http://tonicsns.com?y_source=1_NTkyNzgxNjYtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Pat Bradley
  • Catering
    Jamestown Catering Co. is a full-service caterer with an off-premise liquor license. We can customize menus for your event needs and budget. We also offer drop-off or pickup options.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Juniper by Tonic is a newly renovated event venue that provides the perfect setting for weddings, showers, rehearsals and parties.
  • Private party contact
    Amanda Jones: (302) 777-2040
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    111 W. 11th Street, Wilmington, DE 19801
  • Neighborhood
    Wilmington
  • Cross street
    Between Orange & Tatnall
  • Parking details
    There is parking located at the Community Service Parking Garage but we do not currently validate.There is also street parking with meters, free metered parking after 6:00pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Menu

Tonic Seafood and Steak's menu was last updated 2024-09-19.

Starters

  • Crispy Calamari

    lemon pepper aioli

    • Oysters On The Half Shell

      (6) mignonette, cocktail sauce, shaved horseradish

      • Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail

        (4) cocktail sauce, shaved horseradish, lemon

        • Tuna Tartare

          sesame-soy, avocado, cucumber, cilantro crema, fried wontons

          • Hummus

            house made hummus, garlic naan, olive-artichoke tapenade relish

            • Brussel Sprouts

              sherry vinaigrette, manchego, bacon

              • Cheese Board

                house accoutrements

                • Charcuterie Board

                  house accoutrements

                  • Master Board

                    charcuterie & cheese, house accoutrements

                    • Short Rib Egg Rolls

                      caramelized onions, provolone cheese, horseradish cream, demi-glace

                      • Burrata

                        roasted pepper relish, spec, basil pesto

                        • Smoke Salmon Deviled Eggs

                          salmon roe, chives

                          • Calabrian Mussels

                            nduja, white wine, parsley, leeks, cherry tomatoes, toasted baguette

                            Soups

                            • French Onion

                              caramelized onions, beef broth, french bread, swiss & provolone cheese

                              • New England Clam Chowder

                                extra virgin olive oil & chives, contains bacon

                                • Soup du Jour

                                  chef's seasonal preperation

                                  Salads

                                  • Caesar

                                    romaine hearts, focaccia croutons, parmesan cheese, caesar dressing

                                    • Wedge

                                      chopped iceberg lettuce, bleu cheese crumbles, bacon lardons, cherry tomatoes, buttermilk ranch

                                      • Steak Salad

                                        seared 8ox hanger steak, mixed greens, red onions, roasted red peppers, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, gorgonzola vinaigrette

                                        • Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad

                                          mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onions, black beans, corn, colby jack, crispy tortilla strips, honey-cumin lime dressing

                                          • Seafood Salad

                                            spring mix, roasted red peppers, crispy onions, jumbo lump crab meat, steamed shrimp, fried calamari, saffron vinaigrette

                                            • Sesame-Crusted Thai Tuna Salad

                                              napa mix, thai basil, crispy wontons, spicy peanut dressing

                                              Add To any Salad

                                              • Salmon

                                                • Seared Tuna

                                                  • Chicken

                                                    • Fried Calamari

                                                      • Grilled Shrimp

                                                        • Crab Cake

                                                          • Hanger Steak

                                                            Entrees

                                                            • Steak Frittes

                                                              9oz bavette, herb-parmesan fries, demi-glace

                                                              • Grilled Salmon

                                                                grilled asparagus, tarragon beurre blanc

                                                                • House Made Pappardelle Pasta

                                                                  chicken, capers, lemon, white wine

                                                                  • Calamarata Pasta

                                                                    shrimp, basil pesto, vodka sauce

                                                                    Sandwiches

                                                                    • Filet Tip Cheesesteak

                                                                      sautéed onions, cheddar, creamed spinach, spicy aioli, fries

                                                                      • Crispy Fried Fish Sandwich

                                                                        pickles, red onion, tartar

                                                                        • Crab Cake

                                                                          remoulade, lettuce, tomato

                                                                          • Chickpea Cake

                                                                            pea shoots, avocado, tomato jam

                                                                            • Beef Gyro

                                                                              seared marinated 4oz hanger, lemon labneh, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, petite greens, olive tapenade, naan

                                                                              • Buffalo Chicken Sandwich

                                                                                fried chicken breast, buffalo, ranch

                                                                                • Chicken Gyro

                                                                                  lemon labneh, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, petite greens, olive tapenade, naan

                                                                                  Burgers

                                                                                  Served with hand-cut french fries & pickles

                                                                                  • Smash

                                                                                    dijonaise, shredded lettuce, warm onion pickle relish, American cheese

                                                                                    • Tonic

                                                                                      protein: beef, turkey or beyond beef patty; cheese: cheddar, american, swiss, or bleu; toppings: lettuce, tomato, raw, sautéed orfried onions, roasted red peppers, Avocado +$1, Bacon +$1, Mushrooms +$1

                                                                                      • Turkey

                                                                                        cranberry chutney, brie, arugula

                                                                                        Last updated: August 13, 2024

                                                                                        What 1,313 people are saying

                                                                                        Tonic Seafood and Steak reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                        Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                        4.4
                                                                                        4.4 based on recent ratings
                                                                                        • 4.4Food
                                                                                        • 4.7Service
                                                                                        • 4.2Ambience
                                                                                        • 3.9Value

                                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                                        Loved For

                                                                                        • Delaware

                                                                                          Healthy

                                                                                        • Delaware

                                                                                          Hot spot

                                                                                        • Delaware

                                                                                          Romantic

                                                                                        • Delaware

                                                                                          Lively

                                                                                        Review summary

                                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                        Tonic Seafood and Steak offers a memorable dining experience with "great service and great food." Guests rave about the "exceptional service" from waitstaff like Alex, Jane, and Teddy. The menu delights with items such as duck confit, bison short ribs, and crab cakes. The "cool and inviting" ambiance and live music enhance the experience. Highly recommended for special occasions and "a fantastic night out."
                                                                                        1,313 Reviews

                                                                                        1. Paul

                                                                                          Chicago10 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on April 20, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          great service and great food. definitely would recommend
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded 7 days ago
                                                                                          Thank you, Paul! We look forward to serving you again soon.

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                                                                                        2. Iyanna

                                                                                          New York City3 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on April 17, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          I enjoyed my experience!! I took myself out in a self love date by myself. My waiter Alex was extremely accommodating. It was my first time trying duck. She recommended the medium well and it was so good. It was grilled right to perfection. I have no complaints. In addition, i had a lemon drop for a drink it was good. I would highly recommend!
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded 7 days ago
                                                                                          Thank you so much for spending your self-love date with us! We're thrilled to hear that Alex took great care of you and that you enjoyed your first taste of duck! We hope to welcome you back soon for another treat-yourself kind of night!

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                                                                                        3. Sandy VIP

                                                                                          Philadelphia35 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on April 11, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                          Great meal. Started with a beet salad which was delicious and a chopped wedge. Wedge wasn’t my favorite presentation but all the flavors were there. Friend had braised short rib which was a good size and very good. I had the 8oz filet with crab Oscar. Delicious! It had been a minute since I visited Tonic but it’ll definitely go back into my rotation. Really enjoyed the meal and service.
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded on April 16, 2025
                                                                                          Thank you for your kind words, Sandy! We look forward to seeing you again very soon!

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                                                                                        4. Terisa VIP

                                                                                          Dallas41 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on April 6, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                          The short rib egg rolls were ok; the duck confit was fabulous; the rich in flavor bison short ribs with sweet carrots and savory mashed potatoes were flavorful and plentiful. The house-made butter pecan ice cream and cheesecake were so light and creamy, yummy. The chocolate tort was delicious. Save room for dessert! Everything is house-made with care. Yolanda our server was personable and knowledgeable. She made us feel like we were visiting her home. I would come back for sure.

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                                                                                        5. Brenda

                                                                                          Philadelphia5 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on April 4, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          We had a great time. I'm glad to have spent my birthday celebration there
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded on April 7, 2025
                                                                                          Thank you for choosing to celebrate your birthday with us, Brenda!

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                                                                                        6. Bill

                                                                                          Philadelphia17 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on April 4, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Ordered New England clam chowder and salmon. Great food and service. Nice ambience.
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded on April 7, 2025
                                                                                          Thank you, Bill! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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                                                                                        7. ingridr

                                                                                          Atlanta10 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on April 1, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          I had an exceptional dining experience at Tonic Seafood and Steak! The food was incredibly flavorful and tasty. I opted for the salmon with sautéed spinach, and it exceeded my expectations. The service was top-notch - attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. To top it off, the ambiance was very cool and inviting. Overall, I highly recommend Tonic Seafood and Steak for a fantastic night out. 5 stars!
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded on April 2, 2025
                                                                                          Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the salmon and sautéed spinach, and that our service and ambiance met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic night out!

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                                                                                        8. Don

                                                                                          Philadelphia10 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on March 30, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                          Our food was fantastic and our waitress Jane was outstanding, She gave great advice and was very attentive. Will be back when in Wilmington.
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded on April 2, 2025
                                                                                          Thank you, Don! We look forward to serving you again when you're back in the area.

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                                                                                        9. Jude VIP

                                                                                          Atlantic City26 reviews

                                                                                          3.0

                                                                                          Dined on March 30, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 3
                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                          Two of the four in attendance had the seafood special which was the striped bass with an Asian flair; it was very good. Another person had the crabcakes and indicated that was good. The last person had the half chicken; meh. Service was good. We had an early reservation for dinner, so it was not crowded or loud. In my opinion, it was expensive for what we got, but I know all the restaurants downtown are a little on the pricey side so on par for the area.
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded on April 2, 2025
                                                                                          Thank you for your feedback, Jude! We're glad you enjoyed the seafood special and crab cakes. We hope to serve you again soon.

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                                                                                        10. Christina

                                                                                          Philadelphia1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on March 29, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          The food was amazing & worth the wait. Waitstaff - perfect!
                                                                                          Tonic Seafood and SteakResponded on March 31, 2025
                                                                                          Thank you so much for your kind words, we'll be sure to share them with Jane! We look forward to your next visit with us!

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                                                                                        FAQs

                                                                                        Tonic Seafood and Steak offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Tonic Seafood and Steak also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (302) 777-2040.

                                                                                        Tonic Seafood and Steak is rated 4.4 stars by 1313 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                        Make a reservation

                                                                                        Booked 8 times today
                                                                                        Google Map for Tonic Seafood and Steak

                                                                                        111 W. 11th Street, Wilmington, DE 19801

                                                                                        Additional information

                                                                                        • Cross street
                                                                                          Between Orange & Tatnall
                                                                                        • Neighborhood
                                                                                          Wilmington
                                                                                        • Hours of operation
                                                                                          Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–1:00 am Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                                        • Price
                                                                                          $31 to $50
                                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                                          Seafood, Steakhouse
                                                                                        • Dining style
                                                                                          Fine Dining
                                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                                          Business Casual
                                                                                        • Parking details
                                                                                          There is parking located at the Community Service Parking Garage but we do not currently validate.There is also street parking with meters, free metered parking after 6:00pm.
                                                                                        • Payment options
                                                                                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                        • Executive chef
                                                                                          Pat Bradley
                                                                                        • Additional
                                                                                          Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                        • Delivery & takeout
                                                                                          Order direct
                                                                                        • Website
                                                                                          http://tonicsns.com?y_source=1_NTkyNzgxNjYtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D/
                                                                                        • Phone number
                                                                                          (302) 777-2040
                                                                                        • Catering
                                                                                          Jamestown Catering Co. is a full-service caterer with an off-premise liquor license. We can customize menus for your event needs and budget. We also offer drop-off or pickup options.<br />
                                                                                        • Private party facilities
                                                                                          Juniper by Tonic is a newly renovated event venue that provides the perfect setting for weddings, showers, rehearsals and parties.
                                                                                        • Private party contact
                                                                                          Amanda Jones: (302) 777-2040
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