One Coastal

4.8

2046 Reviews

$50 and over

Farm-to-table

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2 people

8 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 10 times today

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Charming

Indulge in an extraordinary dining experience, where we wholeheartedly champion responsible agriculture, local watermen, and the art of serving really good food. Led by James Beard Nominated chef and owner, Matthew Kern, our restaurant is a testament to his culinary expertise and unwavering dedication to showcase the best of Delaware.

Beyond the kitchen, Chef Kern's commitment extends to our exceptional staff, making every visit a memorable exploration of the heart and soul that sets our gem apart. Join us to enjoy a drink, savor a meal, and see for yourself what makes this place so special.

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Location
101 Coastal Hwy, Fenwick Island, DE 19944
Phone number
(302) 537-4790
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Contemporary American, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Matthew Kern

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Reservation Availability
Multiple dates available
Sun - 17:00 - 21:00,Tue - Sat - 17:00 - 21:00
If you don't see an available reservation time/table to accommodate your party size, please call us at the restaurant.

What 2,046 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Baltimore / Maryland
Innovative
Ocean City / Delaware Shore
Best Food
Ocean City / Delaware Shore
Innovative
Ocean City / Delaware Shore
Neighbourhood gem
Ocean City / Delaware Shore
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

One Coastal is a culinary gem known for its "amazing food" and "top-notch" service. Diners rave about the perfectly cooked duck breast, innovative dishes, and "delicious" flavors. The restaurant's intimate setting and attentive staff create a "wonderful dining experience," making it a favorite for special occasions.

2,046 Reviews

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Linda
VIP
Wilmington
42 reviews
5.0
42 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Matt and his team never disappoint… from the happy greeting at the door to the wonderful bartenders to the excellent service and of course the most amazing food!!
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JanelleH
VIP
Baltimore
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience. Unique, delicious food. Will definitely be back.
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Linda
VIP
Baltimore
50 reviews
5.0
50 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Started our meal with unique and delicious drinks accompanied by appetizers. The Korean Fried Maitake Mushroom was crispy and full of flavor, the Seven Hills Beef Tartare was perfect. Dinner was equally amazing. The Crispy Skin Golden Tilefish had the perfect amount of crunch surrounded by a perfect combination of flavors. The Seven Hills Cast Iron Bavette Steak was cooked to perfection. Key Lime pie was heaven in a slice. Highly recommend this restaurant! On top of the food the service is excellent!
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Lori
VIP
Washington DC
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Staff, adult beverages, and food are all top notch. You have to experience it to understand why it's so great. This place is an amazing local gem but please don't tell everyone <*shhhhh*> or we won't be able to get a table anytime soon :-)
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Stephanie
VIP
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and drinks were amazing - great experience. Is definitely a favorite!
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john
Baltimore
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Casual place in a nondescript location with excellent food. Now I understand why getting a reservation can take a while. Not that many tables, a small bar (all seats taken) , and an open kitchen layout. From the time we were seated to the time we were served our dinner was about an hour, but I think that was due to the complexity of the dishes and the time to make them. Definitely will return.
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Steven
Washington DC
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We had been a few times we before, food and experience had been good. Last night not so much. Slow slow slow service. Our server was wonderful, but an hour and half for entrees is unacceptable. My steak was cold when it arrived. Drowning in way too much sauce, also cold. Not sure if the margaritas had any actual alcohol in them. All in all not a very good meal. Wife and decided would not be coming back.
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John
Philadelphia
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Unassuming location - Food - absolutely amazing . Not much more I can say . Great service too
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Cliff
Washington DC
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Love this restaurant. The food is great, the service is excellent, and the overall ambiance is very comfortable. However, they need to do something about the outside door opening directly into the restaurant, especially in winter. Several tables are subject to cold air coming in making the experience less than optimal. Expensive but generally worth the money!
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Ira
VIP
Baltimore
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on 19 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant on the Delaware beaches. Amazing food a staff.
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FAQs

One Coastal offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (302) 537-4790.

One Coastal is rated 4.8 stars by 2046 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

8 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 10 times today

101 Coastal Hwy, Fenwick Island, DE 19944

Additional information

Phone number
(302) 537-4790
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Contemporary American, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Matthew Kern

One Coastal

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What 2,046 people are saying

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Diners' Choice Awards

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