The Pond has moved to the old TGI Friday's spot by the Safeway on Coastal Highway. Owner Pete Borsari did a great job keeping the “neighborhood bar” feel, but with LOTS more parking, easy access for the bands, and more bar seats. It's so similar, in fact, that much of what I wrote about the original Pond downtown still applies!
One of my favorite writers here in Rehoboth Beach opined that the The Pond (formerly the Frogg Pond), “…like a chameleon, changes with the times….” She was waxing philosophical, of course (nothin' like a good waxing), but change can be good or bad, and over the years this bar/restaurant has certainly shuttled between good and bad when it comes to their menu. As of their recent move to Coastal Highway, they are certainly in “good” mode, with a greatly expanded menu and lots more seating. One thing always remains the same, though: It's a fun place to hang out, sip a cocktail or a beer right out of the bottle, enjoy live music and nosh on OK bar food.
Friendly owner Pete Borsari keeps the place hoppin' with an interesting lineup of bands, DJs and his famous team-trivia. The marquee changes weekly. LIVE music DAILY is the rule in season.
Rehoboth Foodie pick hits at The Pond include the Frogg Wings (the elusive Delaware Winged Frogg). As a wing purist, I had the “lethal.” It's hot, alright, but The Foodie handles hot just fine. The not-so-pure ordered the Chesapeake (Old Bay) and Teriyaki. The key is delivering the wings while they're still crispy, and The Pond succeeds at that. Regulars here at RF know that The Foodie treks all the way to Fenwick Island for his preferred wings, but The Pond's wings have flown almost to the top of the list.
The burgers and the cheesesteaks are also the things to get at The Pond. One of my primary Foodettes had the Bacon Cheeseburger (generously portioned, juicy, and on a nice soft roll). On another visit two of my Foodies-in-Waiting had cheesesteaks: One beef (chopped “Philly” style), and one chicken. Both came out piping hot on a fresh roll with lots of darkly caramelized onions. The roll is soft and as close to the 9th & Passyunk style as possible. Make the burgers and cheesesteaks your own with a choice of cheese and assorted toppings.
One of my favorites is The Pond's Sloppy Joe! Far from an afterthought, they will serve it as a sandwich or or top of piping hot Tater Tots – depending on their mood. The star of the dinner menu, hands down, is the ribs. Who wooda thought? They are nicely sauced, with the obligatory and very necessary crisp of crust across the top.
This is particularly good bar food and it keeps getting better as The Pond settles into its new digs. Along with beer neons, a noisy crowd and good music every evening, what could be more beachy!?! The Pond is at 19266 Coastal Hwy. in the Shops at Sea Coast, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971. Right there by the Safeway. Give 'em a call to find out what's happening (302-227-2234). Check out the latest menu HERE. (L., D., Bar) Price range (lunch & bar food): Moderate.
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Call for entertainment schedules and food/drink specials!
Drink Specials Every Day!
Call for entertainment schedules and food/drink specials!
Drink Specials Every Day!
Call for entertainment schedules and food/drink specials!
Drink Specials Every Day!
Call for entertainment schedules and food/drink specials!
Drink Specials Every Day!
Call for entertainment schedules and food/drink specials!
Drink Specials Every Day!
Call for entertainment schedules and food/drink specials!
Drink Specials Every Day!
Best wings ever. whenever I get a wing craving, it is the Frogg Pond only.
Women’s Fest Weekend. Went to the Pond to see girls. The place began to get very busy, Pete decided to start telling people to get away from the bar, clear a path, let the diners come in. Momma’s Black Sheep were playing, we wanted to dance and drink and socialize. Pete acts like he does NOT want the women there. Guess what, you are getting your wish. Will never go there again.
On New Years Day I confirmed at just after noon that an unexpected word of mouth tradition was in fact true. The Pond was standing room only at that time. Other places open had no where near the crowd. The atmosphere was very fun with singing and socializing. The Pond had hours from 10a on New Years Day. I guess it was 5 o’clock somewhere!!
Great eats and cold beer at a great price. This is our favorite, jump off the beach for a few beers and get lunch place. The staff has always been VERY nice and helpful. This place has the small beach town kind of feel to it. Not many places have that anymore! We really appreciate the reasonable prices. Makes going to the beach and having a good time possible!
A long time fan of the Frogg Pond, sorry, it will take me years to say just FROGG. No pretense here, but the kind of bar/eatery that the locals know will give them good times and nice grub. It might be agreed this is one of Reho’s bars one could label as a CHEERS style, friendly where they know you and you will know others coming in and out for good times.
Last night while playing trivia, I ventured to order the fish and chips again and this time, they were outstanding.Last time I had them, it was a huge, clearly frozen,breaded, filet of mystery fish and sides. Serviceable for bar food but this new version is the real thing. Hand formed,lightly breaded and fried fish that was perfectly prepared and flaky hot inside. Fries were perfectly cooked and crisp(come on B. Sissies, get up to speed) and the blanched veggies a nice sub for the cole slaw.
Still a great time,new name,new foods, looking good for a return soon.
Agreed, the burgers, cheesesteaks and especially the wings are tops here! The veggie burger is my favorite veggie burger in town, and found out it is made fresh in house, which made me love it even more.
I recently ventured to the Frogg Cobb, and it is my new favorite, along with the Sloppy Joe, which is only available as the “lunch special” on Thursdays. It is addicting, and you can find me there every Thursday for lunch just to get it.
Monday is my favorite–1/2 price burgers and wings, my fav burger is the patti melt, w. grilled onions and swiss n rye, the pati is seasoned differently than other burgers….then again the bordeaux burger w/ the mushrooms n onions sauteed in red wine is a tasty new comer..
We’ve been there for dinner, rarely disappointed, nothing fancy but food even at REG price is a value, compared to others down the street…mon-Thurs, either 1/2 price on menu or a $10 pub menu exists, making a $25 dinner for 2 a possibility, great value in these recessionary times
Did you know Pete changed the menu ?
Everything now on trivia nights (Thursday) is $10 or less and they have new additions on the menu. Five of us went Thursday and enjoyed the food (and of course the atmosphere and game.) I had sizzling chicken fajita with onions, green peppers, other stuff that goes with. Needs a little more hot sauce for me but I’m abnormal about hot sauce. I will order that again.
Try it, Food.
Don’t miss their Reuben. Their corned beef is better than most, and the sandwich fabulous!
I have been going to the frogg pond for about 14 years. I have to say I’m not a fan of the new decor. Part of the allure of the frogg pond was that it was a Local Lesbian hang-out place dark & naughty. In recent years not much as changed food wise and thats a plus it’s very consistant. I wish the newer owners would cater more to the crowd who originally made them successful and less to the macho straight men who go there to see chicks togethor and watch football. Also one more negative fact about the place is they have a few female staff who are very rude and slovenly looking.