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Lewes Oyster House, Lewes, DE

Lewes Oyster House

4.7
4.7
1355 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
21:00
Booked 28 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Oyster Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 11:30 am–10:00 pm Thu–Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • 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 &amp; Market Streets Lewes Line<br />and DART Beach Bus 204 Yellow Line
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 1,355 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Baltimore / Maryland

    Seafood

  • Ocean City / Delaware Shore

    Hot spot

  • Ocean City / Delaware Shore

    Lively

  • Ocean City / Delaware Shore

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lewes Oyster House is a vibrant gem in downtown Lewes, offering "fantastic oysters" and "superb cocktails." The menu features creative, seasonal dishes that consistently impress. Guests praise the "outstanding service" and welcoming atmosphere. While noise levels can be high, the dining experience remains memorable, ensuring many return visits.

1,355 Reviews

  1. Norma Jean

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service. We had a lovely night with drinks food and great friends.

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  2. lori

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our family had a wonderful, leisurely dinner. The drinks and food were delicious. The seafood was fresh. We were pleasantly surprised to see stone crabs on the menu — one of our favorites. Our waitress was attentive and friendly. Perfect Saturday night dinner.
    Lewes Oyster HouseResponded 3 days ago
    Hey Lori! Thank you so much for your kind note and review of your experience with us recently. I'm so glad that you enjoyed everything from the food to the service. We are so grateful for your business and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  3. lisa

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in Southern Delaware! Was blown away by the service, food and drinks .
    Lewes Oyster HouseResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Lisa! Thank you so much for your kind note and review of your experience with us recently. I'm so glad that you enjoyed everything from the food to the service. We are so grateful for your business and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  4. theresa

    Philadelphia

    100 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    100 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great evening. Food was excellent as was our server Wren. We sat at raw bar and had a lot of fun with shuckers.
    Lewes Oyster HouseResponded 3 days ago
    Hey Theresa! Thank you so much for your kind review of your experience with us recently. I'm so glad that you enjoyed everything from the food to the service, and we appreciate the recognition to our staff members. We are so grateful for your business and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  5. Chris

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite places to eat. Great food, amazing service. The mussels are the best in the area; the shrimp cocktail is a meal in itself. The halibut is amazing and consistently good. Love the turkey burger, we go back again and again just for that. Definitely recommend.
    Lewes Oyster HouseResponded 3 days ago
    Hey Chris! Thank you so much for your kind note and review of your experience with us recently. I'm so glad that you enjoyed everything from the food to the service. We are so grateful for your business and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  6. Kathy

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our meal was fantastic and our server was great. She was very knowledgeable about all the types of Oysters and desserts . We will definitely go back again.
    Lewes Oyster HouseResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Kathy! Thank you so much for your kind note and review of your experience with us recently. I'm so glad that you enjoyed everything from the food to the service. We are so grateful for your business and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  7. Harry

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing and every staff member was so friendly and gracious. This was our first time and we will definitely be back!
    Lewes Oyster HouseResponded on 13 November 2024
    Hey Harry! Thank you so much for your kind note and review of your experience with us recently. I'm so glad that you enjoyed everything from the food to the service. We are so grateful for your business and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  8. Anne

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite restaurants! Best place for Oysters! The steak was amazing!! Service was perfect! Our cocktails (and mocktails) were delicious!
    Lewes Oyster HouseResponded on 13 November 2024
    Hi Anne! Thank you so much for your kind note and review of your experience with us recently. I'm so glad that you enjoyed everything from the food to the service. We are so grateful for your business and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  9. Izabel

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome service. Waitress recognized that I've been there before.
    Lewes Oyster HouseResponded on 13 November 2024
    Hi Izabel! Thank you so much for your kind note and review of your experience with us recently. I'm so glad that the service made your experience memorable. We love our regulars! We are so grateful for your business and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  10. Hal

    Philadelphia

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently great food. Best of Lewes. Chef/owner, Sean Corea is in a class all by himself! Kudos!!!
    Lewes Oyster HouseResponded on 13 November 2024
    Hey Hal! Thank you so much for your kind note and review of your experience with us recently. I'm so glad that you enjoyed everything, and that Chef made your birthday experience memorable. We are so grateful for your business and look forward to serving you again soon!

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Lewes Oyster House is rated 4.7 stars by 1355 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
21:00
Booked 28 times today
Google Map for Lewes Oyster House

108 2nd St, Lewes, DE 19958-1342

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Steps from Savannah Road in the Lewes historic district
  • Area
    Lewes
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 11:30 am–10:00 pm Thu–Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • 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
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