Lewes Oyster House

4.8 (1524)

$31 to $50

Seafood

108 2nd St, Lewes, DE 19958-1342

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2 people

12 Jun 2025

June 2025

19:00

Booked 58 times today

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

Located in the historic district, Lewes Oyster House honors the rich heritage of ubiquitous and democratic oyster consumption in 18th and 19th century Middle Atlantic taverns and oyster houses. We serve inspired tavern fare, expertly prepared with fresh, regionally-sourced ingredients along with crisp lagers, interesting wines, and artisanal cocktails. All that, and a whole lot of love.

Please join us for lunch Tuesdays through Saturdays in the Tap Room, Oyster Bar or Main Bar. We do not accept reservations for lunch.

Walk-ins for dinner are always welcome first-come first-served at the Oyster and Main bar areas, all evening long beginning at 5 p.m.

Online reservations for dinner are VERY STRONGLY RECOMMENDED for the Walsh Room and Tap Room.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, American, Oyster Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–23:00
Phone number
(302) 644-7258
Website
http://www.lewesoyster.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Sean Corea

Location
108 2nd St, Lewes, DE 19958-1342
Area
Lewes
Cross Street
Steps from Savannah Road in the Lewes Historic District
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Second & Market Streets Lewes Lineand DART Beach Bus 204 Yellow Line
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Duck Rillette Tartine
Confit Duck, sweet potato mustard, pickled beech mushroom, lingonberry jam, fresh purslane
Fluke Crudo
Preserved meyer lemon, fennel, pink peppercorn, champagne, serrano peppers
Beet Cured Smoked Hamachi
Chive crema, hackleback caviar, everything egg yolk gel, chive baton
Mushroom Cannelloni
Clarified black truffle butter, toasted garlic and cauliflower, black garlic pearls, chervil, preserved lemon

Second Course

Pastrami Duck Pâté
Rye crouton, pickled mustard seed, fresh dill
Iberico Ham & Baked Brie
Frisée, crisp apples, hot honey, mustard vinaigrette
Lobster Bisque
Puff pastry, lemon crème fraîche, tarragon
Roasted Langoustines
Oyster emulsion, celery, horseradish

Third Course

Slow Cooked Turbot
Truffled lobster bisque, parsnip purée, lobster tortellini, sautéed swiss chard, ossetra caviar
Braised Wild Boar Osso Bucco
White truffle risotto, poached jerusalem artichokes, wild boar jus studded with dates
Pan Roasted Halibut
Fondant potatoes, creamed wild mushrooms, sweet leek, chervil oil, lemon
Duo of Beef
Center cut filet mignon, braised short ribs, celeriac purée, mustard greens, bordelaise sauce
- Add a 4oz Lobster TailUS$20.00

What 1,524 people are saying

Lewes Oyster House reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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Diners' Choice Awards

Baltimore / Maryland
Seafood
Ocean City / Delaware Shore
Hot spot
Ocean City / Delaware Shore
Neighbourhood gem
Ocean City / Delaware Shore
Lively
Ocean City / Delaware Shore
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lewes Oyster House shines with "best oysters in Lewes" and offers a "wonderful dining experience." Guests rave about "delicious food," "amazing cocktails," and a "friendly, attentive staff." The "upscale yet relaxed atmosphere" and creative menu make it a "favorite local restaurant." Ideal for seafood enthusiasts and special occasions.

1,524 Reviews

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Ralph
Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The raw oysters were good, except for a bit of shell. Scallops were very good. The gnocchi with crab and the soup were not good. Overall, the menu is a little odd and limited for a seafood restaurant in a beach town and the food was just ok. Seems like the kitchen is just trying a little too hard to show off. Especially with seafood, simpler is better.
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James
Southwest Florida1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious lobster roll Delicious scallops with a mixture of onions, mushroom, rice etc. that was unbelievable Delicious leek and asparagus soup Great ambience and service
Lewes Oyster HouseResponded 2 days ago
Thanks for the great review James! Glad to hear you enjoyed your evening. Cheers!
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Debbie
Philadelphia County2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chelsea always gives us wonderful service. Drinks and food are definitely a 5 star experience.
Lewes Oyster HouseResponded 2 days ago
Isn’t Chelsea lovely?! We are so lucky to have her. Thanks for the stars Debbie! See you soon, Cheers!
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Robert
New York City1 review
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We always have a great experience whenever we dine here and last night was no exception. Our server Shane was so friendly and very efficient. My wife and I both love this place.
Lewes Oyster HouseResponded 2 days ago
Thanks for the great review Robert! We are so lucky to have Shane. Looking forward to seeing you and your wife again soon. Cheers!
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Elizabeth
Philadelphia County5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My go-to favorite restaurant (when I can get a reservation, lol) Never had a bad meal, and their cocktails are to die for, especially the Giardiniera Martini, the Back Street Manhattan and Smoke Show Old Fashioned. Delicious oysters on the half shell, especially the "Sweet Jesus". Amazing. Even though I don't eat meat, there are many, many seafood and veggie options, in fact they dominate the menu. I try to stay away from sweets, but so far have not been able to resist Boardwalk Empire. Too much for one person, but you won't find anyone at your table turning down a bite. Any time there is a birthday in the family, I don't have to ask where the celebrant wants to go. I already know. A treasure in Lewes.
Lewes Oyster HouseResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so, so much for the glowing review Elizabeth! So happy you enjoyed your evening with us. Thanks for taking the time to write a great review. See you all again soon. Cheers!
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Donald
New York City3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 4 June 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice location and new renovated building. Menu has something for everyone. Pick what you think you would like the best.
Lewes Oyster HouseResponded 2 days ago
Thanks for the nice review Donald. Cheers!
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Melissa
Philadelphia County15 reviews
2.0
Dined on 3 June 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
We typically enjoy dining at this restaurant. We went last night and unfortunately, it was just, OK. The tuna tatakii appetizer special, was horrible. The tuna was so fatty. It was impossible to cut it with a butter knife. I had the scallops, which were actually pretty good, and my husband had the halibut. He said it was lacking flavor. The service was just OK, the waiter was very nice, but inexperienced. For the price that this restaurant charges for food, I would expect a lot better. Unfortunately, we will not be having dinner here again. We would, probably come back for happy hour and sit at the bar. I would give it a four out of 10 stars.
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Mark
Baltimore / Maryland2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 3 June 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Disappointed. Expensive food and not worth it. I had the scallops (4). The mushrooms were tough. The waiter had a noticeable look when we didn’t order any alcohol with dinner. I don’t mean to nit pick, but we were disappointed.
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Scott VIP
Philadelphia County49 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic!!! They have best oysters in Lewes, Rehoboth and Dewey. Had the crab gnocchi and will definitely get it again. Chef Sean is AMAZING!!!
Lewes Oyster HouseResponded on 3 June 2025
The crab gnocchi is a new favorite for sure. Thanks for the great reviewScott. And yes, Chef Sean IS amazing!!!! Cheers!
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Carolyn
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter, Kyle, gave us great suggestions and was very attentive. We had oysters and octopus as appetizers. It was Delicious with a twist on the octopus. It was a grilled kabob with potato and tomatoes. Felt like we were back in Spain. For entrees we shared the halibut which was outstanding. We also shared linguine with clams. It had a bit of spice to it and the broth was very good. It is a wonderful restaurant and we will definitely return soon.
Lewes Oyster HouseResponded on 3 June 2025
Kyle is the best! Glad you enjoyed his company. We are lucky to have him. Thanks for taking to the time to write a review. See you again soon. Cheers!
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Lewes Oyster House is rated 4.8 stars by 1524 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 58 times today

108 2nd St, Lewes, DE 19958-1342

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Steps from Savannah Road in the Lewes Historic District
Area
Lewes
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–23:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, American, Oyster Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Second & Market Streets Lewes Lineand DART Beach Bus 204 Yellow Line
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Sean Corea
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
http://www.lewesoyster.com/
Phone number
(302) 644-7258

Lewes Oyster House

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Menu

First Course

Duck Rillette Tartine

Fluke Crudo

Beet Cured Smoked Hamachi

Mushroom Cannelloni

Second Course

Pastrami Duck Pâté

Iberico Ham & Baked Brie

Lobster Bisque

Roasted Langoustines

Third Course

Slow Cooked Turbot

Braised Wild Boar Osso Bucco

Pan Roasted Halibut

Duo of Beef

What 1,524 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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How is Lewes Oyster House restaurant rated?

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Dining areas

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