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1. Iron Hill Brewery - Newark

4.4

Price: Moderate

• American • Newark

Booked 17 times today

Welcome to Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant in Newark, where you'll find fresh handcrafted beers, creative yet informal New American Cuisine & friendly & attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere.We've been voted Best Overall Restaurant and Best Brewpub by the readers of Delaware Today. Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is a non-smoking environment, with smoking allowed in designated outdoor areas only, however cigar & pipe smoking is prohibited. Reservations & "Call Aheads" are accepted for lunch & dinner seven days a week. We accept all major credit cards & are handicapped accessible.

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2. Santa Fe Mexican Grill & Bar - Newark

4.2

Awesome(205)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Newark

Booked 2 times today

Discover an authentic taste of Mexico at Santa Fe Mexican Grill, nestled in the heart of Newark, Delaware. Whether you're craving traditional tacos, sizzling fajitas, or innovative fusion dishes, our menu brings a flavorful journey to your plate. We pride ourselves on using fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and offering a warm, vibrant atmosphere perfect for any occasion – from casual family dinners to celebratory events. With handcrafted margaritas and a variety of tequilas to choose from, Santa Fe provides the perfect escape for dining with friends, family, or colleagues. Experience Newark's premier Fun Mexican destination today!

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3. Taverna Rustic Italian - Newark

4.7

Exceptional(837)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newark

Booked 17 times today

With the opening of Taverna, Platinum Dining Group brings to life its highly anticipated version of the “neighborhood gathering place.” Rustic and simple in conception but well crafted and high minded in execution, Taverna brings to Newark a casual sophistication that sees reclaimed wood and exposed brick on the wall. Polished marble rest atop the overstretched bar which boasts eighteen draft beers and the state’s first ever “tapped wine” system. A seemingly humble menu is carefully considered with homemade pastas, coal-fired pizzas, and daily “features” that will bring a smile to the most discerning grandmother’s face.**A NOTE FROM THE RESTAURANT**Reservations are not required. We welcome walk-ins.Please contact us directly at 302-444-4334 , if desired reservation time is unavailable or the party size is larger than 6.

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4. 322 BBQ | Hill Donut Co. & Pancake House - Newark

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2.6

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Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Newark

322 BBQ offers award-winning Texas-style barbecue, featuring slow oak-smoked brisket and a variety of delicious sandwiches and sides. Their menu also boasts house-made brioche donuts for a sweet ending, and their burgers were awarded 1st Place at the Burger Brawl Philly. Dine in, take out, or let them cater your next event – 322 BBQ is Newark’s go-to for mouthwatering barbecue and more."

5. Home Grown Café

5.0

Exceptional(502)

Price: Moderate

• American • Newark

Booked 4 times today

Home Grown Cafe is an independently owned, award-winning, downtown Newark, DE staple, residing centrally on Main St. for over 23 years under founding owner, Sasha Aber. Matt McConnell leads an incredible staff and day to day operations. Award winning Executive Chef Andrew Thorne is the chef de cuisine who constantly pushes the envelope with locally made from scratch dishes of his own creations, as well as mentoring and showcasing our staff's talent. Home Grown has been named Best of Delaware Upstate for over two decades by Delaware Today readers including awarding the honor of Best Chef Upstate to Andrew Thorne (2022) Guests enjoy incredible service and made from scratch food for all dietary lifestyles, including carnivorous, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-sensitive in a welcoming environment for all patrons. Colorful walls are adorned with local pop art. The bar features a large array of upscale spirits including house-crafted cocktails and mocktails, over 65 beers, and great wines.

6. Caffe Gelato

4.4

Awesome(1853)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newark

Booked 11 times today

Relaxed atmosphere, vibrant bar, good wine cellar (Wine Spectator Award of Excellence), great food, delicious house-crafted gelato and house-crafted pasta. Guests may request a semi-circle booth for parties up to 8 (Max capacity is reduced due to pandemic restrictions), or a nice table. Outdoor seating is available and large groups may request a private room. Caffe Gelato celebrates its 17-year anniversary. For lunch, look forward to trying our pressed panini on fresh baked sea-salt and rosemary foccacia, the featured salads, or a house crafted pasta. At dinner try the Daily Salmon, Center-Cut Filet Mignon, or any of our 6 House Crafted Pasta dishes. Weekend Brunches feature omelets, crepes, poached eggs, and Creme Brulee French Toast. Favorite gelato flavors are Bacio (Chocolate Hazelnut), Crème Brûlée Toffee, Dark Chocolate, and Stracciatella (Chocolate Chip).

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7. Vincente's Restaurant - Delaware

4.7

Exceptional(1304)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 6 times today

Welcome to VincentesAt Vincente's we offer a very unique dining experience called the walking menu. If you don't see anything you want to try on the written menu,then have Our Executive Chef come over and create a dish just for your own personal dining pleasure. After dinner, enjoy one of Vincente's many fine homemade desserts.

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8. Ole Tapas Lounge & Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(901)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Newark

Booked 10 times today

Ole Tapas Lounge & Restaurant is an authentic tapas restaurant specializing in seasonal tapas, Spanish wine & family style entrees. With a warm atmosphere & upbeat Spanish music, this vibrant restaurant will transport you to Seville, the capital of tapas.

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9. Vita Nova - University of Delaware

4.8

Exceptional(642)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Newark

Vita Nova is the signature student-operated restaurant which is part of the Hospitality Business Management program at the University of Delaware.Vita Nova features a "Best of Delaware" award-winning lunch buffet Mon-Fri and elegant fine dining Wed-Fri during the fall and spring semesters. For lunch, the students offer fresh, local dishes including gourmet salads, soups, pastas, entrees, fire-roasted flatbreads, cheese board and mini sweets. The five-course dinner begins with a fusion-inspired appetizer trio and choice of salad, followed by intermezzo and your choice of entrée. The evening ends on a sweet note with a decadent dessert. Thank you for your support and being an important part of our unique student learning experience!

10. Blue Crab Grill

4.4

Awesome(1011)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Newark

Booked 2 times today

Blue Crab Grill in Newark, Delaware is known for offering a giant menu filled with seafood options. Though much of it is seasonal, you can always count on some items at Blue Crab Grill. For example, there is the steak and cake. You get a grilled beef tenderloin and jumbo lump crab cakes. Another standby at Blue Crab Grill is the surf and turf. This includes a five-ounce beef tenderloin steak and a five-ounce lobster tail that is served stuffed with crab imperial. The crazy jambalaya is very popular as well. It comes with crab legs, crawfish, clams, mussels, scallops, chicken, shrimp and andouille sausage.

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JeffWVIP
Philadelphia County •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was very good and cooked exactly to order. Our server, Morgan, was friendly and attentive and regularly checked on us.
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Iron Hill Brewery - NewarkPrice: Moderate• American• Newark
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4.4
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JaclynnVIP
Philadelphia County •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
I was here with a business client and this was a great place to eat a business lunch. Two of the three of us had the special, which was rigatoni and chicken in a marsala sauce. It was very tasty.
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Taverna Rustic Italian - NewarkPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newark
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4.7
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Angela
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on 9 Dec 2024
Our server was very kind and helpful. Food was delicious and very large portions. Great evening!
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Home Grown CaféPrice: Moderate• American• Newark
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JeannineVIP
Philadelphia County •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 Dec 2024
Decided to take my team here for our year end happy hour. Service was great overall - prompt, engaged and offered recommendations. Menu was expansive so lots of options. Everyone really enjoyed what they ordered - a solid bbq place with the added bonus of fun donuts! Even the burgers come on a donut bun! Only critique is pricing - prices are high. The brisket platter with two sides was $34.99 with four slices of brisket (1/4 lb). In Texas bbq places, this would have been $18 tops. With all the Main St options and being a college town, it may not survive at these prices. Definitely worth a visit though for quality bbq.
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322 BBQ | Hill Donut Co. & Pancake House - NewarkPrice: Moderate• Barbecue• Newark
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2.6
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Niraj
Philadelphia County •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 Nov 2024
Loved the food. My quesadillas were delicious! Everyone else loved theirs too.
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Santa Fe Mexican Grill & Bar - NewarkPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Newark
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4.2

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20 restaurants available nearby

1. Iron Hill Brewery - Newark

2. Santa Fe Mexican Grill & Bar - Newark

3. Taverna Rustic Italian - Newark

4. 322 BBQ | Hill Donut Co. & Pancake House - Newark

5. Home Grown Café

6. Caffe Gelato

7. Vincente's Restaurant - Delaware

8. Ole Tapas Lounge & Restaurant

9. Vita Nova - University of Delaware

10. Blue Crab Grill

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