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Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in Ocean City / Delaware Shore

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best service in Ocean City / Delaware Shore? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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4.9

4.9 (1788)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Harrington

About the restaurant

Any reservation request left on Mondays or Tuesdays will be confirmed on Wednesday when we reopen.

Award-winning seafood/steakhouse, Bonz Restaurant & Lounge is located in Harrington Raceway & Casino, offering a variety of mouthwatering appetizers, entrees and desserts. Featuring the famous fork tender filets and the freshest seafood all paired with the finest Cabernet from our extensive wine list. Open Wednesday – Sunday at 4PM. Reservations recommended. Dining options Bar/Lounge, Main Dining room, Al Fresco Patio.
Bonz welcomes underage diners, but hey must enter through the Bonz patio main door adjacent to the fountain and please call upon arrival so staff can check you in. All parties greater than 6 guests must be called in for management approval.

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TerriVIP

Dined 2 days ago

It was amazing the food, the service, and the ambience

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4.9

4.9 (2499)

$50 and over

French

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

Bonjour! La Fable Brasserie, located on the beach block of Rehoboth's iconic Baltimore Avenue, offers traditional French cuisine with a bohemian Parisian street cafe flair. Whether you choose to join "Fable" for an early meal or cocktail during Leve-Tot, for an intimate dinner with friends, or to enjoy a drink at the bar, we hope for each guest to create their own dining story. We look forward to seeing you. Merci Beaucoup!

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David

Dined 5 days ago

We were celebrating our anniversary. Everything at Fable was perfect. Fable is our fav restaurant ever.

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Boeuf Bourguignon

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4.8

4.8 (2014)

$50 and over

Farm-to-table

Fenwick Island

About the restaurant

Indulge in an extraordinary dining experience, where we wholeheartedly champion responsible agriculture, local watermen, and the art of serving really good food. Led by James Beard Nominated chef and owner, Matthew Kern, our restaurant is a testament to his culinary expertise and unwavering dedication to showcase the best of Delaware.

Beyond the kitchen, Chef Kern's commitment extends to our exceptional staff, making every visit a memorable exploration of the heart and soul that sets our gem apart. Join us to enjoy a drink, savor a meal, and see for yourself what makes this place so special.

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Rob

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

Some of the best food I've had at a restaurant! One Coastal is always a favorite for us to visit when we're in town.

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1776 Steakhouse

4.8

4.8 (4470)

$31 to $50

American

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or just want to enjoy a perfect meal out, we invite you to experience 1776 Steakhouse. It's the ideal setting for great food and great conversation.

Voted best steaks and most romantic restaurant at the beach.

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LarryVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Delicious dinner and outstanding libations. Matt and Shondell are the best!!

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4.9

4.9 (2211)

$31 to $50

American

Lewes

About the restaurant

RESERVATIONS:
Heirloom is open for dinner Tuesday - Saturday starting at 5pm; closed Sunday & Monday.
We accept dining reservations 30 days out, simply meaning today's date plus 30 days.

CANCELLATION POLICY:
If you cancel or no show within 12 hours of your reservation, your credit card will be charged $25/per person.
All proceeds go towards the Heirloom kitchen squad’s continued culinary education, research & development.

We do not offer child seating (high chairs/booster seats) of any kind, nor a children’s menu, and we are unable to accommodate strollers in the dining room.

PATIO:
Our patio is located outside, in full sun, with umbrellas provided.
Please take note if you are uncomfortable with sun exposure and outdoor elements.
Patio tables are entirely weather dependent, and therefore released the day of.
However, if the weather is looking magical for a few days at a time, tables will be released for booking.

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Ronald

Dined 7 days ago

Service was incredible, as was the food. Everything was fresh with robust flavor. Cocktails and wine were fantastic.

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Heirloom Veggie Bowl

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Charcuterie Board

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Char-Grilled Atlantic Octopus

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Ocean City

4.8

4.8 (1785)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Ocean City

About the restaurant

Welcome to Ruth's Chris Steak House located in West Ocean City/Berlin Maryland. We welcome you to enjoy the very best in cuisine and hospitality. Ruth's Chris is the number one Steak House In America. We look forward to serving you.

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KatieVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Wonderful ambiance and exceptional service! Will definitely come again.

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Shorebreak Lodge

4.8

4.8 (1075)

$31 to $50

American

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

Shorebreak Lodge offers high quality fresh and seasonal menu items, hand crafted cocktails, an eclectic wine list, and exceptional service all in a comfortably chic and welcoming setting.

One of the elements that makes the Shorebreak menu unique is the option to order appetizer size or full size entrees. Ben, owner and creator of the cocktail menu, has been bartending in downtown Rehoboth since 2019 and has won several cocktail awards, most recently First Place at the War at the Shore. The cocktail program at Shorebreak presents carefully crafted cocktails based on classics with unique twists to challenge the guests with new experiences.

Shorebreak has a 12-seat bar, two dining rooms and a covered outdoor patio. Many seating options for a romantic date night, special celebrations, family gatherings and company dinners.

We are 133 steps to the Atlantic Ocean on Wilmington Ave Downtown Rehoboth Beach.

Winner of Traveler's Choice 2021 on Trip Advisor.

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SandraVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We love Shorebreak for the excellent menu, craft cocktails and overall vibe! The owners and staff are friendly and attentive. Win -Win in Rehoboth!

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Char-Grilled Octopus

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Sedona - Bethany Beach

4.8

4.8 (298)

$50 and over

American

Bethany Beach

About the restaurant

Sedona is an American fine dining restaurant located in Bethany Beach, Delaware. Since 1993, we have been creating magnificent dining experiences for our loyal guests. We specialize in creative cuisine, craft cocktails and house-made desserts. All of our cocktails, salads, starters, entrees and desserts promise to be: creative, delicious, nutritious and respectful to our planet. Our menus highlight fresh, locally sourced ingredients and house-made desserts. At your request, we can prepare vegetarian, gluten-free and healthy entrees to fit your lifestyle. Enjoy craft cocktails, fine wine or cold beers in our cozy bar area where our entire food menu is always available. Create a fine dining experience on the balcony of your Bethany Beach house by ordering Sedona to-go. Whole house-made pies and cakes can be ordered for pick-up with 24 hour notice.

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Lisa

Dined on 5 Oct 2024

Wow!! Excellent on every level! From the moment we walked in, the staff is so friendly, the food and drinks are stellar! Bacon wrapped dates... Yes, please! Had the wagyu burger which was cooked to perfection... Kevin (chef) is amazing and so welcoming. I cannot wait to come back here! One of the best dining experiences I've had. Worthy of the drive wherever you're coming from!

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Shrimp Pappardelle

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Our Own Key Lime Pie

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The Federal Rehoboth

4.9

4.9 (460)

$30 and under

Unspecified

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

What started as a food truck concept in 2019 then became a beachside bistro in 2021. The Federal, located just a short block from the famed Rehoboth Beach boardwalk has become a full-service, beach casual, fine-dining bistro. The demure restaurant now hosts the two concepts in one space - you can enjoy fritters before dinner, for a happy hour snack, or go for a boardwalk stroll. Federal Fritter menu features a variety of crisp, poppable & snackable fritters, while The Federal menu expands on a way of eating that best defines Todd & Ellen's culinary style, the menu reads like a postcard from the Mid-Atlantic. Chef Gray pays careful attention to the seasons, honoring what the Delmarva region harvests.

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Celeste

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

If you have eaten at DC's Equinox, where Todd Gray is the Chef, you will know the quality of food served here at The Federal. The monthly 7 course, pre-fix pairing is "amazing" and the Wednesday night 4 course with the pairing is optional. Plus you can get their amazing fritters any day as well. The atmosphere is fun and very "european" in style in that you can should you want, chat with your table neighbors or sit in the bar area for dinner. Ellen does a great job of making you feel welcome and also that you are a happy customer. You can tell she loves her restaurant, food and history. Don't miss this!

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Apple Pie Fritters

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4.8

4.8 (378)

$30 and under

International

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

OUR MANTRA
Travel through the moon gate to Bodhi Kitchen, modern Asian cuisine with a twist located in Rehoboth Beach, DE. Bodhi's brand is minimal yet bold, utilizing the iconic shape of the moon gate to transport diners through the garden and into the escape that is Bodhi.

THE BODHI KITCHEN PHILOSOPHY
Bodhi Kitchen features an innovative Asian-inspired menu with flavor-forward dishes riffing on Thai, Korean, Chinese, Vietnamese and Japanese flavors to create something entirely new. This is our modern take on street food and Asian night markets.

Please note that the Bodhi Kitchen staff will try to accommodate any request(s) made but all requests are not guaranteed.

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Hae

Dined 3 days ago

We love Bodhi! Their food is fresh, creative and delicious! It is one of our favorite places in the area and have gone several times already since our recent move to DE. Their soup dumplings are a MUST HAVE each time (we always get 2 orders!), as well as the kimchi fried rice with pork belly added! The bam bam shrimp bao buns are also worth getting each trip, as well as their scallion pancakes!!! They have a small menu overall, so each dish is very well thought through and have purpose!!!

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Southern Thai Fried Chicken

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Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps

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