bun is a must-try. Olive & Oats by Azafran , Lewes: Spanish and Mediterranean tastes are adored. One Coastal , Fenwick: Meals made with heart and soul using fresh ingredients. Po’Boys Creole Restaurant , Milton: Cajun and creole specialties on the way to the beach. Striper Bites: Where local seafood lovers get their regular fix. bearer of elevated Italian delights. Homestyle Italian is also proudly revered in Wilmington, as proven by the longstanding Little Italy favorites Mrs. Robino’s and Ristorante Attilio . Locals are buzzing about the DE.CO food hall and The Chancery Market which boast many of the city’s contemporary concepts, all casually served, hipster cafeteria style. For cutting-edge, multi-course gourmet delights, visit Ciro Food & Drink . For a sleeker touch, head for Mikimoto’s sushi, conveniently located near two of the city’s buzziest destinations: the dependable Washington Street Ale House and a cocktail lounge/”speakeasy” called Torbert Street Social . Heading out of the center city and Riverfront area, Pizza by Elizabeths stands as one of the most cosmopolitan pizza shops you’ll ever enjoy. Heading a bit south, the city lights are a bit dimmer, but the cuisine is still flavorful. In downtown Newark, Main Street boasts savory options for every palate. Try the elevated Italian cuisine at Taverna , or when school is in session, experience the University of Delaware’s fine-dining restaurant, Vita Nova , which offers bistro dishes prepared and served by students. The next stop on the city tour brings travelers to central Delaware. There is a cosmopolitan elegance at Bally’s Dover Casino Resort , where Royal Prime Steakhouse sets the high-rolling standard with their signature surf and turf cuisine. At Jerry Longo’s Meatballs and Martinis , try the authentic Italian recipes and custom craft cocktails. As you dine throughout Delaware, elegant options with romantic ambiance set the scene for the perfect evening. On the menu is always big city flavors with hometown prices! Savor the City Treat yourself to an elegant evening where the tables sparkle with fine china and silky tablecloths while the warm flicker of candlelight adds a romantic glow to the evening. Or explore vibrant downtown streetscapes filled with savory delights. Come enjoy big city dining experiences from Wilmington to the heart of Central Delaware. Beginning in Northern Delaware, at Columbus Inn , a flickering fire enhances an elegant attitude while inside the intimate dining room of La Fia , James Beard semifinalist Brian Sikora experiments with bistro-esque riffs. On action-packed Market Street, Bardea Food & Drink (another James Beard honoree) has become a new standard-DE.CO ONLINE View more dining options at VisitDelaware.com/things-to-do/ dining/dining-restaurants. 38
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