Few things say “vacation at the beach” more than a nice big breakfast with all the fixin’s. And Crystal Restaurant couldn’t be much more “beachy” or “breakfasty.” There’s no ceremony or pretense at Crystal– it’s beach eats all the way, and in-season waits … Continue reading →

Chef and Owner Lily Thamibutra worked at her sister’s restaurant, Seaside Thai (long since closed), for 5 years before venturing out to create Lily Thai.  It’s located on First Street, right next to the original Nicola’s, where Dos Locos (and Plumb Loco before … Continue reading →

So, answer me this question: Where can you get Thanksgiving dinner year-round, on a fresh sub roll, not only here on Rehoboth Avenue, but also in Las Vegas and over 13 other states? Only one place: Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop. When this article … Continue reading →

Now in their fourth incarnation on Rehoboth Avenue in the space formerly occupied by the long-gone Abizak’s furniture store, Dos Locos continues to draw crowds, often enjoying a 2-hour wait in the high season. Though I return again and again, ready … Continue reading →

Such a deal! And, yes, there IS a Lori. You’ll find her behind the counter making sandwiches and other goodies, along with her friendly (and loyal) minions. There’s not anything quite as nice as strolling down Baltimore Avenue on a … Continue reading →

Arena’s original location is in the Village by the Sea shopping center (sort of a big alleyway that connects the second blocks of Rehoboth and Baltimore avenues). They have a huge list of sandwiches, appetizers, main courses and a ton … Continue reading →

Of all the landmarks in Delaware, the most ubiquitous are the La Tolteca and La Tonalteca Mexican restaurants. They split a while ago by making the minor changes in their names, but they’re all pretty much the same. My experience is limited … Continue reading →

In one of my chequered forays into the food biz, I was a partner in an Italian Deli. One of the shining stars on our menu was the Italian sub. I suspect I ate up any profits I might have … Continue reading →

My first few experiences with Zebra were OK, though one of them stood out as a major disaster in the service department. It actually resulted with our sending the entire food order back after we waited 90 minutes for it. … Continue reading →