Best restaurants near me in Wilmington, DE

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1. Bardea Food & Drink

4.8

Exceptional(2396)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 45 times today

Bardea, pronounced: bar-DAY-ah, is the Italian term for "the goddess of food and drink." The stunning, 120-seat restaurant utilizes ingredients from local Delaware Valley farms and purveyors, and features modern interpretations of traditional Italian and Mediterranean dishes. In 2019, Bardea Food & Drink received a semifinalist nomination in the James Beard Foundation's "Best New Restaurant" category.

2. Casa Nonna

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4.7

Exceptional(41)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 27 times today

A restaurant and bar by Bardea Restaurant Group and James Beard-nominated Chef Antimo DiMeo, this full-service concept located inside DE.CO food hall in downtown Wilmington transports visitors to Nonna's house. The Italian American menu is a tribute to Chef DiMeo’s Nonnas, Maria and Italia, with classic and reimagined Italian-American dishes including antipasti, pastas, pizzas, entrees, accompaniments and desserts. Join us for a dining experience that meets at the intersection of tradition and innovation.

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3. Tonic Seafood and Steak

4.4

Awesome(1303)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Wilmington

Booked 12 times today

Located in the heart of downtown Wilmington, Delaware, Tonic Seafood & Steak offers four distinct dining areas, each with its unique ambiance and design. Upon entering the restaurant, guests are greeted by a vibrant atmosphere with stunning light fixtures, metallic gold accents, and a glass-enclosed room. The entrance area features the Bar and Lounge, where live music plays on Friday and Saturday nights.

4. Chelsea Tavern

4.2

Awesome(1516)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Wilmington

Booked 7 times today

Chelsea Tavern is a local popular gastropub located in downtown Wilmington, directly across from the Grand Opera House. The kitchen prepares delicious comfort food consisting of locally grown and house made ingredients, that is complemented by our dynamic craft beer selection. Chelsea’s ever-changing inventory features 33 beers on tap, hundreds of large format bottles, cans, and single serving bottles of seasonal and local brews. Chelsea is a neighborhood favorite that is perfect for a quick lunch, pre-show dinner, or a group gathering. Join the energetic bar scene to watch the big game, or on our spacious patio for comfortable outdoor dining. At Chelsea Tavern, we look forward to serving you soon!

5. Cafe Mezzanotte

4.6

Exceptional(553)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 1 time today

Located in Downtown Wilmington, Cafe Mezzanotte has built a reputation as Delaware's premier spot to enjoy classically prepared Pan-Mediterranean & Italian cuisine. We offer an intimate atmosphere with servers who attend to each diner with exceptional care. Whether you are looking for a romantic evening, hosting a large corporate gathering, or a casual night out, all of us at Cafe Mezzanotte will cater to your needs.

6. Bardea Steak

4.7

Exceptional(850)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 17 times today

A restaurant and bar by James Beard-nominated chef Antimo DiMeo. We're serious about snacks and steak. Our collaboration with artisanal farmers brings you exceptional cuts from both familiar and rare breeds. Though, Chef Antimo DiMeo extends his creativity beyond meat. Indulge in snacks from both land and sea and embark on a captivating journey with our chef's tasting menu-an exploration of Chef DiMeo's globetrotting inspirations and childhood memories. Join us at the crossroads of tradition and innovation for a distinctive dining experience.

7. La Fia

4.9

Exceptional(2136)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • Wilmington

Booked 24 times today

Travel down historic Market Street towards the Riverfront in Wilmington, Delaware and you will find La Fia Bistro. La Fia is an intimate dinner destination in a historic building located on the corner of 5th and Market. Chef Dwain Kalup's menu utlizes carefully sourced ingredients reflecting the seasons, local region and local farms. The menu at La Fia features small plates, pastas and creative entrees. Our cheese and charcuterie is one of a kind and not to be missed! Due to the small size of our restaurant we allow 2 hours for guests to enjoy their dining experience. If you feel you need more time please reach out to us directly.

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8. Banks' Seafood Kitchen & Raw Bar

4.6

Exceptional(4156)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Wilmington

Booked 5 times today

Banks' Seafood Kitchen & Raw Bar is a casual, upscale seafood eatery & hot spot on the river. Adjacent to the Riverwalk, Banks' Seafood Kitchen & Raw Bar has become THE place for lunch, dinner, cocktails, and late night in the City of Wilmington. The chic atmosphere, fresh raw bar, award-winning crab cakes, outstanding lobsters, and other imaginatively prepared seafood, great martinis, and 50 wines by the glass are some of the keys to an exciting experience.

9. Eclipse Bistro

4.9

Exceptional(1144)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Wilmington

Booked 19 times today

Enjoy cozy but energetic dining at Eclipse Bistro. It offers a chic, small and intimate dining room with brick walls, soft lighting and wood furnishings, creating a warm and sophisticated ambiance, making it a great place for a first date or business luncheon. Its diverse menu offers something for most diners. Eclipse Bistro is open for both lunch and dinner during the week, and for dinner only on Saturday and Sunday.**A NOTE FROM THE RESTAURANT**Reservations are not required. We welcome walk-ins.Please contact us directly at 302-658-1588, if desired reservation time is unavailable or a party size is larger than 6.

10. Merchant Bar

4.5

Awesome(130)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Wilmington

Booked 2 times today

Merchant Bar is an elevated gastrobar that infuses a chef-driven menu with an original hand-crafted cocktail menu focused on high-quality ingredients, aiming to bring you a unique bar and dining experience. Both for intimate dining or for a large group, Merchant Bar's dynamic space is perfect for any occasion. For parties of 7 or more, please call the restaurant at 302-502-3385.

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RichardVIP
Philadelphia County •87 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great lunch! We’ll be back. Delicious food, comfy lively atmosphere. Loved my turkey and fig sandwich. The focaccia is unbelievable. Service was friendly and professional.
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Casa NonnaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Wilmington
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4.7
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Michelle
Philadelphia County •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Food was excellent. Super tight seating. Service great!
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Bardea Food & DrinkPrice: Moderate• Italian• Wilmington
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4.8
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Emily
Las Vegas •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 Mar 2025
1. Our drinks were definitely above average, I especially loved my "Lady Grey". 2. Calamari app, nothing special here. 3. Delicious entrees: salmon, short ribs and in particular, the special of the evening, a whitefish, were all impressive. 4. The service from Erin was outstanding, friendly and attentive without going overboard. 5. Parking garage is right behind the building. 6. Ambiance was sleek modern/quiet, although the dining room filled up by the time we left. Recommend!
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Tonic Seafood and SteakPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Wilmington
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4.4
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James DVIP
Philadelphia County •30 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 Feb 2025
Cafe Mezzanotte is a very good casual dining restaurant in downtown Wilmington, DE. Steven, our server, provided great service and the reasonably priced Italian food was over the top. It was every thing you could ask for in a dining experience. We will definitely try to visit this gem more often!
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Cafe MezzanottePrice: Expensive• Italian• Wilmington
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4.6
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KateVIP
Philadelphia County •98 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 Feb 2025
Came in with a large group, at 8, and it was great. Everyone, everyone commented on how good the food was! My chicken sandwich was fabulous, the trio of fries...perfect, the white chili so good. And our server, she did a great job with different orders, separate checks...gluten...she was great. Hard to find great food at 8 at night...reasonably priced too.
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Chelsea TavernPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Wilmington
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4.2

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1. Bardea Food & Drink

2. Casa Nonna

3. Tonic Seafood and Steak

4. Chelsea Tavern

5. Cafe Mezzanotte

6. Bardea Steak

7. La Fia

8. Banks' Seafood Kitchen & Raw Bar

9. Eclipse Bistro

10. Merchant Bar

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