Lore

4.7

116 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 2 times today

Great for creative cocktails
Neighbourhood gem
Healthy

Newly renovated restaurant is NOW OPEN! Stunning, (soon to be) award-winning, artisan Woodfire restaurant nestled within the St. Anne’s Club in Middletown, Delaware.
Italian and Mediterranean fusion wood fire-kitchen with craft cocktail bar that combines locally-inspired, fresh, and creative food with refined artisan cocktails derived from only the highest quality ingredients.
Expect high-quality food in a comfortable atmosphere, ambiance, and polished staff, striving to create a sense of ‘place’ and provide a great experience to all of our guests.

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Additional information

Location
1100 St Anne's Blvd, Middletown, DE 19709
Phone number
(302) 268-8888
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, American
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Thu–Sat 12:00–17:00 Sun 14:00–17:00 Dinner Wed, Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Nikki Charpentier

Popular dishes

Pork Belly Bacon FlightUS$16.00
Maple Glazed | Millionaire | Hot Honey
Breads & SpreadsUS$18.00
Honey Bread | Muffins | Biscuits | Jams | Butter
Crispy BrusselsUS$14.00
Calabrian Chile Vinaigrette | Pork Lardons | Almond Crunch
Tilted MusselsUS$18.00
Nduja | White Wine | Crispy Onions
Whipped FetaUS$15.00
Herbs | Olive Oil | Chili | Fresh Vegetables
SalumeriaUS$15.00
Assorted Meats & Cheeses w/ Accoutrements
Oysters on the Half Shell
Cocktail | Mignonette | Horseradish

Insalate & Handhelds

Lore CaesarUS$12.00
Romaine | Shaved Aged Parmesan | Croutons | House-Made Dressing
Wedge SaladUS$13.00
Gorgonzola | Red Onion | Tomato | Crispy Pork Belly | Gorgonzola Crema
BurgerUS$15.00
8oz Patty | Lore Smoked Sauce | Cooper Sharp | Lettuce | Tomato | Crispy Onion | Served on a Brioche Bun w/ Fresh Cut Fries
Breakfast BurgerUS$18.00
8oz Patty | Fried Egg | Bacon | Served w/ Home Fries
Caprese MeltUS$16.00
Tomato | Mozzarella | Arugula | Basil | Aged Balsamic | Served w/ Fresh Cut Fries
Breakfast SandoUS$14.00
Fried Egg | Cooper Sharp | Choice of Bacon, Sausage or Canadian Bacon | Served on Brioche | Served w/ Home Fries
Salad Add-Ons
- ChickenUS$9.00
- ShrimpUS$10.00
- SalmonUS$15.00
- NY Strip 6 ozUS$18.00

By the Glass - White's

Siduri ChardonnayUS$10.00
Paso Robles, CA
Ziobaffa Pinot GrigioUS$10.00
Italy
The Crossings Sauvignon BlancUS$10.00
New Zealand
Eroica ReislingUS$10.00
Paterson, WA

By the Glass - Red's

Black Stallion CabUS$11.00
Napa, CA
Terrazas Malbec ReservaUS$11.00
Argentina
Ambrosia Montepulciano d'AbruzzoUS$11.00
Italy
Clos de Los Siete Red BlendUS$11.00
Argentina

By the Glass - Rose

Minuty Cotes de Province RoseUS$12.00
France

Mains

Seasonal Spiced French ToastUS$16.00
Cinnamon Brioche | Seasonal Butter | Served w/ Home Fries
Breakfast PizzaUS$16.00
Pork Belly | Crumbled Sausage | Baked Eggs | Nduja Aioli
Vegetable HashUS$15.00
Wilted Greens | Broccoli | Root Veggies | Home Fries | Served with Sunny Side Up Eggs
Buttermilk PancakesUS$13.00
Maple Syrup | Served w/Home Fries
Eggs BenedictUS$15.00
English Muffin | Poached Eggs | Canadian Bacon | Hollandaise Sauce | Served w/Home Fries
Steak & EggsUS$27.00
6 oz NY Strip | Eggs Your Way | Served w/Home Fries
Meat Lover OmeletUS$14.00
Bacon | Sausage | Canadian Bacon | Mozzarella | Served w/Home Fries
Caprese OmeletUS$13.00
Tomato | Arugula | Mozzarella | Aged Balsamic Glaze | Served w/Home Fries
Lore BreakfastUS$15.00
2 Eggs Your Way | Toast | Bacon | Sausage | Served w/Home Fries

Seasonal Cocktails

Bourbon CarajilloUS$14.00
Bulleit Bourbon, Espresso, Licqor 43
Winter SpritzUS$12.00
Rosemary Symple | Luxardo Liqueur | Prosecco
Espresso MartiniUS$14.00
Vanilla Vodka | Kahlua | Espresso
Fig CosmoUS$14.00
Figenza | Lime | Cranberry
TransfusionUS$12.00
Tito's Vodka | Grape Juice | Ginger Ale | Lime
Lore SourUS$14.00
Bulleit Bourbon | Lemon Juice | Simple | Port | Egg White
Creme Brulee MartiniUS$14.00
Vanilla Vodka | Burnt Turbinado | Cream
Limoncello MartiniUS$14.00
Tito's Vodka | Limoncello | Lemon | Simple
Pistachio MartiniUS$14.00
Tito's Vodka | Pistachio Cream Liqueur

Pizza

Italian StallionUS$19.00
Mortadella | Prosciutto | Pepperoni | San Marzano Tomato
ProsciuttoUS$18.00
Lemon Dressed Arugula | Pears | Burrata
Hot HoneyUS$18.00
Spicy San Marzano Tomatoes | Nduja | Hot Honey
Fungi TartufoUS$19.00
Truffle Garlic Cream | Local Mushrooms | Mozzarella
BBQ ChickenUS$16.00
Confit Chicken | Pickled Red Onion | Mozzarella | BBQ Sauce
Zucca PiccanteUS$16.00
Butternut Puree | Nduja | Candied Peppers | Ricotta | Basil
MargheritaUS$11.00
San Marzano Tomato | Mozzarella | Basil | Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Side Options

BaconUS$5.00
SausageUS$5.00
Home FriesUS$5.00
Canadian BaconUS$5.00
1 Egg Your WayUS$3.00
PancakeUS$3.00
French ToastUS$3.00
Toasted BriocheUS$3.00

What 116 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
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Delaware
Best Overall
Delaware
Best Food
Delaware
Best Service
Delaware
Best Value
Delaware
Great for brunch
Delaware
Child-friendly
Delaware
Innovative
Delaware
Good for groups
Delaware
Healthy
Delaware
Hot spot
Delaware
Neighbourhood gem
Delaware
Great for fine wines
Delaware
Lively
Delaware
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lore shines with its exceptional service and "delicious food." Diners rave about the "best pizza in Middletown," lively ambiance, and charming live music. The "espresso martinis" and cocktails are a hit, with standout dishes like the braised short rib and shrimp appetizer. A cozy spot for a memorable dining experience!

116 Reviews

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Diane VIP
Baltimore13 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The new menu items are great! We had the Crab Dip and it was filled with quality lump crabmeat just like the Crab Cakes.
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Miranda
Philadelphia1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for brunch to celebrate 2 birthdays and they made us feel very welcome and special! The staff is so friendly and the food and drinks are amazing!
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Jay VIP
New York City3 reviews
3.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The atmosphere is nice, and the staff was gracious. The parking is plentiful and near the restaurant. It took us over 40 minutes to get our food for a group of three, and the gap between the first and third dish was over 25 minutes.
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Diane VIP
Baltimore13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a late lunch that included the calamari appetizer, a burger and a brick oven pizza with prosciutto. Everything was perfectly prepared and very tasty. The burgers and pizza are among the best in the Middletown area. There were some new craft cocktails on the menu that were very well prepared and delicious. We look forward to our next visit to Lore for the Valentines special weekend menu.
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Rudy VIP
Philadelphia9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
At every level of staff was a great experience for wife and I. The hostess was pleasant and accommodating to our table request. The waiter was pleasant, engaging and provided great information on drinks options. The manager was present and inquisitive to our experience and if more could be done. Will certainly return and encourage family and friends to visit Lore.
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Kim
Philadelphia8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our favorite place to go for date night dinner....always great food, friendly, attentive service, great vibe and all around really nice experience.
LoreResponded on 5 February 2025
Dear Kim, Thank you for your generous 5 star review We are here to spoil all of our Guests. See you soon.
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Diane VIP
Baltimore13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always sit at the bar with our favorite craft drink makers, Amanda and Zoe. Drinks were perfect, service was excellent and the food was very good. A wine was suggested that I never tried and I ending up buying 2 bottles.
LoreResponded on 5 February 2025
Dear Diane, Thank you for your great 5 star review, I will let Amanda and Zoe know. See you soon
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Catherine VIP
Philadelphia18 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food in a quaint little place. Lovely atmosphere. Very good service.
LoreResponded on 5 February 2025
Dear Catherine, Thank you so much for your gracious 5 Star review
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Kim
Philadelphia8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Spent New Year’s Eve with a wonderful group of servers a fantastic musician and wonderful food !!! Best way to ring 2025 in…
LoreResponded on 5 February 2025
Dear Kim, Thank you so much for your kind words and 5 star review.
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Jennifer
Baltimore4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Busy night (New Year’s Eve) but the food and service was great. Our first time there and we will go back. It’s a small restaurant but has a cool vibe and good food.
LoreResponded on 5 February 2025
Dear Jennifer, Thank you for your kind review, we would love to see you again.
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FAQs

Lore is rated 4.7 stars by 116 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 2 times today

1100 St Anne's Blvd, Middletown, DE 19709

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(302) 268-8888
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, American
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Thu–Sat 12:00–17:00 Sun 14:00–17:00 Dinner Wed, Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Nikki Charpentier

Lore

Make a booking

Dining areas

Additional information

Margherita

BBQ Chicken

Meat Lover Omelet

For the Table

Pork Belly Bacon FlightUS$16.00

Breads & SpreadsUS$18.00

Crispy BrusselsUS$14.00

Tilted MusselsUS$18.00

Whipped FetaUS$15.00

SalumeriaUS$15.00

Oysters on the Half Shell

Insalate & Handhelds

Lore CaesarUS$12.00

Wedge SaladUS$13.00

BurgerUS$15.00

Breakfast BurgerUS$18.00

Caprese MeltUS$16.00

Breakfast SandoUS$14.00

Salad Add-Ons

By the Glass - White's

Siduri ChardonnayUS$10.00

Ziobaffa Pinot GrigioUS$10.00

The Crossings Sauvignon BlancUS$10.00

Eroica ReislingUS$10.00

By the Glass - Red's

Black Stallion CabUS$11.00

Terrazas Malbec ReservaUS$11.00

Ambrosia Montepulciano d'AbruzzoUS$11.00

Clos de Los Siete Red BlendUS$11.00

By the Glass - Rose

Minuty Cotes de Province RoseUS$12.00

Mains

Seasonal Spiced French ToastUS$16.00

Breakfast PizzaUS$16.00

Vegetable HashUS$15.00

Buttermilk PancakesUS$13.00

Eggs BenedictUS$15.00

Steak & EggsUS$27.00

Meat Lover OmeletUS$14.00

Caprese OmeletUS$13.00

Lore BreakfastUS$15.00

Seasonal Cocktails

Bourbon CarajilloUS$14.00

Winter SpritzUS$12.00

Espresso MartiniUS$14.00

Fig CosmoUS$14.00

TransfusionUS$12.00

Lore SourUS$14.00

Creme Brulee MartiniUS$14.00

Limoncello MartiniUS$14.00

Pistachio MartiniUS$14.00

Pizza

Italian StallionUS$19.00

ProsciuttoUS$18.00

Hot HoneyUS$18.00

Fungi TartufoUS$19.00

BBQ ChickenUS$16.00

Zucca PiccanteUS$16.00

MargheritaUS$11.00

Side Options

BaconUS$5.00

SausageUS$5.00

Home FriesUS$5.00

Canadian BaconUS$5.00

1 Egg Your WayUS$3.00

PancakeUS$3.00

French ToastUS$3.00

Toasted BriocheUS$3.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

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