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Lore, Middletown, DE

Lore

4.7
4.7
116 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • 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
  • Phone number
    (302) 268-8888
  • Website
    http://www.thestannesclub.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Nikki Charpentier

Menu

For the Table

  • 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

                                                                                                                Last updated: 5 February 2025

                                                                                                                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

                                                                                                                1. Diane VIP

                                                                                                                  Baltimore13 reviews

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  Dined on 7 March 2025

                                                                                                                  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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                                                                                                                2. 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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                                                                                                                3. 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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                                                                                                                4. 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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                                                                                                                5. 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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                                                                                                                6. 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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                                                                                                                7. 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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                                                                                                                8. 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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                                                                                                                9. 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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                                                                                                                10. 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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                                                                                                                Lore is rated 4.7 stars by 116 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                                                                2 people
                                                                                                                19:00
                                                                                                                Booked 9 times today
                                                                                                                Google Map for Lore

                                                                                                                1100 St Anne's Blvd, Middletown, DE 19709

                                                                                                                Dining areas

                                                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                                                • Area
                                                                                                                  Middletown
                                                                                                                • 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
                                                                                                                • Price
                                                                                                                  $31 to $50
                                                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                                                  Italian, Mediterranean, American
                                                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                                                  Casual Dining
                                                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                                                  Smart Casual
                                                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                                                  Private Lot
                                                                                                                • Payment Options
                                                                                                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                • Executive Chef
                                                                                                                  Nikki Charpentier
                                                                                                                • Additional
                                                                                                                  Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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