The Cultured Pearl makes quite an impression in its highly visible perch at the corner of Rehoboth and Lake Avenues. Rooftop dining is prime real estate during the summer, and they certainly have their loyal followers.  A recent remodel has … Continue reading →

If you like Thai food the way Thai food is supposed to be made, then you’ll love Sawanya Conway’s tiny storefront near Capriotti’s on Savannah Road in Lewes. Sticky Rice does it right with a Thai tapas concept that lets … Continue reading →

My first review of Conch Island was in August, 2017. Time for another look. A LOT has happened since then! (Y’think!?) In early 2022, Conch Island moved a couple of blocks west to 37169 Rehoboth Avenue. They are in the … Continue reading →

One of my fondest memories as a tiny, not-yet- fully filled-out Foodie was gliding to the beach in the back seat of the gigantic black and white Buick in anticipation of a fun breakfast. (I was an equal-opportunity anticipator; happily looking … Continue reading →

Chef and part-owner Richard Steele used to handle the cooking duties at the Lamp Post Inn, his family’s Coastal Highway restaurant (now long-gone and reborn under new ownership as Crabby Dick’s Seafood). In fact, Richard’s grandmother was the proprietor of Fenwick’s iconic breakfast spot, … Continue reading →

Former Blue Moon chef/owner Lion Gardner, along with Tyler Townsend and Bob Suppies from The Pines & Aqua Grill have opened their second downtown fine dining venture. Their first was DRIFT, getting rave reviews in the totally renovated old Seafood … Continue reading →

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 →

Royal Prime Steakhouse & Lounge is a popular spot at the Bally’s Casino complex in Dover. Bally’s acquired the Dover Downs Casino in November, 2021. The restaurant is 2 levels, with top-notch fine dining AND a plush lounge featuring twin … Continue reading →

I first wrote about Pete’s in 2012. After exhaustive studies and fact-finding missions (yum), it only seems right to do yet another update. Restaurants like Pete’s that are so consistent are hard to update – but update I will. When … Continue reading →

Hammy’s Burgers & Shakes, the popular little spot in St. Michael’s Maryland, is open for business at the Safeway center on The Highway. It replaced the old Palate restaurant/Capriotti’s. Hammy’s Burgers & Shakes is part of the Theo’s / Ava’s … Continue reading →