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Downtown Blues, Rehoboth Beach, DE

Downtown Blues

4.2
4.2
61 Reviews
$30 and under
Barbecue

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2 people
19:00
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Child-friendly
  • Good for groups
The newest location of the Bethany Blues group, Downtown Blues is NOW OPEN! Serving award winning bbq, high end bourbon and the best service at the beach. Dine in our beautiful renovated dining room or take your favorite bbq home by using our online ordering.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:30–00:00
  • Phone number
    (302) 900-2227
  • Website
    https://downtownbluesrehoboth.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Juan Hernandez
  • Catering
    Casual catering options available. View our casual platter menu on our website where our menu is geared to feed groups of 12-15 people (or more) and can be picked up in store or delivered.
  • Private party facilities
    Downtown Blues has a full bar and dining room that is perfect for Private events for 50-100 guests. Please contact Rory@bethanyblues.com for additional information.
  • Location
    8 N 1st St, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
  • Area
    Rehoboth Beach
  • Cross Street
    Located on North First St. between Rehoboth Ave and Baltimore Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options

Menu

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What 61 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 3.8Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Downtown Blues offers a vibrant atmosphere with "the best barbecue I've tasted on East Coast." Guests enjoy "warm service" and a "laid-back, inviting" setting. While some dishes could improve, standout items like the "fried green bean appetizer" and "corn bread" receive praise. It's a "great choice" for family-friendly dining.

61 Reviews

  1. Jimmie VIP

    Philadelphia40 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 29 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The ribs were very good and the roast turkey was plentiful. The kielbasa was not very good. Dry and I think they just reheated it. The drinks were generous in size.

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  2. Ira VIP

    Baltimore29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was a little hesitant about crab cakes at a bbq joint. They were excellent!! Being a beach town, they are well versed with crabs!! Will return after the renovation.

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  3. Larry

    Philadelphia265 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good fun and great food, but they need to add an outdoor entry like in NYC to prevent the cold air rushing un everything rhe door opens.

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  4. Helena

    Orlando1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Santa experience ever!!! Thanks for the great food, drinks, and service.

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  5. Anne-Laure VIP

    Philadelphia24 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was good and very quick. But service was terrible especially for the low season. Not recommended!

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  6. Erin

    Baltimore13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A perfect place to warm up after the tree lighting, enjoy great food & catch a few minutes of the late games. Such a nice staff and friendly atmosphere.

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  7. Jasøn VIP

    Philadelphia25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good. Service was excellent. Great event for the kids. Would definitely do it again because of how much our daughter and her friends loved it.

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  8. Joan

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We shared appetizers in the bar, good portion sizes. Blake mixed good drinks and was very attentive! Very relaxed atmosphere, nobody rushed us. Thank you!

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  9. Andy

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The barbecue was delicious and fell right off the bone. The service was quick had very good presentation. I can recommend this restaurant.

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  10. Jennifer

    Washington DC9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful customer service! Extremely allergy conscious!

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FAQs

Downtown Blues offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (302) 900-2227.

Downtown Blues is rated 4.2 stars by 61 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Downtown Blues

8 N 1st St, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Located on North First St. between Rehoboth Ave and Baltimore Ave.
  • Area
    Rehoboth Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:30–00:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Juan Hernandez
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
  • Website
    https://downtownbluesrehoboth.com/
  • Phone number
    (302) 900-2227
  • Catering
    Casual catering options available. View our casual platter menu on our website where our menu is geared to feed groups of 12-15 people (or more) and can be picked up in store or delivered.
  • Private party facilities
    Downtown Blues has a full bar and dining room that is perfect for Private events for 50-100 guests. Please contact Rory@bethanyblues.com for additional information.
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