Thursday, May 2, 2024

Big Fish Grill: Seafood on the Riverfront

For real fresh seafood near Riverfront Heights, come to the Big Fish Grill. Located right on the Wilmington Riverfront within walking distance from the ballpark, the Big Fish Grill is a Delaware success story, started in Sussex County and now has become the “big fish” in the big city. You’ll like the ambiance, with comfortable seating and with fish surrounding you on the walls and even hanging from the ceiling! And when you see the menu, that’s when you’ll really be happy. All of the tasty seafood favorites are here, the chowders and bisques, raw bar selections and entrees. Wednesday is Lobster night and Monday is Oyster night! There are also some great kids’ specials, so bring the whole family before or after the game or just for a nice dinner out.

Big Fish Grill
720 Justison Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
(302) 652-3474
www.bigfishriverfront.com
www.yelp.com/biz/big-fish-grill-wilmington

Union City Grille: Good Food, Done Right

Tired of the fancy food that never delivers on taste? Come to the Union City Grille, where the motto is “Where food tastes the way it should.” Located near Wawaset Park, the Union City Grille has recently changed its menus, but not its commitment to great food! Come for lunch and try the award winning chili with braised beef ribs and a cornbread crouton, or go for a great sandwich or lunch special entrée. Happy hour starts at 4:30 p.m., so head into the lounge for daily drink specials and tasty apps that are half-off on Mondays. On Mondays, all burgers and sliders are half-price, and Wednesday is the day for linguini and mussels! Sunday dinner is the best, because it’s “Choose your cut” filet night. Try to save room for the tiramisu, or the rice pudding brulee.

Union City Grille
805 N. Union Street
Wilmington, DE 19805
(302) 654-9780
www.unioncitygrille.com
www.yelp.com/biz/union-city-grille-wilmington

Piccolina Toscana: A Cool Neighborhood Place

Piccolina Toscana calls itself “Wilmington’s favorite neighborhood Italian restaurant,” and puts up quite a convincing argument. Conveniently in the Trolley Square neighborhood, Piccolina Toscana creates classic Italian flavors using seasonal ingredients. Because many of the ingredients are seasonal, the menu is always changing. That’s a good thing for diners!

The interior of the restaurant was recently remodeled making the place even more inviting. Come for happy hour, when appetizers and individual hearth-baked pizzas are just $5 between 4 and 7 p.m. Sundays are another great time to come to Piccolina Toscana for the Sunday Brunch and dinner buffet. What a great place to come with the family! And don’t miss Saturdays for half-price burger night, with a different burger featured every week.

Piccolina Toscana
1412 North Dupont Street
Wilmington, DE 19806
(302) 654-8001
www.piccolinatoscana.com/
www.yelp.com/biz/piccolina-toscana-wilmington

Texas Roadhouse: Enjoy a Hearty Meal at a Reasonable Price

Texas Roadhouse may seem like a humble local eatery, but it's actually a nation-wide chain of restaurants with nearly 360 locations. Don't let the vastness of the business discourage you, though—the widespread popularity is just a testament to Texas Roadhouse's legendary food and good service. With hand-cut steaks, award-winning ribs, and delectable sides that promise homemade quality, this is a great place for hungry eaters in search of classic dishes and delicious comfort.

Texas Roadhouse
4568 South DuPont Highway
Camden, DE 19934
(302) 698-4268
www.texasroadhouse.com
www.yelp.com/biz/texas-roadhouse-camden

Texas Roadhouse
250 Buckley Boulevard
Bear, DE 19701
(302) 322-3433
www.texasroadhouse.com
www.yelp.com/biz/texas-roadhouse-bear

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Eclipse Bistro: Upscale Wilmington Dining

This trendy eatery is favorite place for imaginative culinary fare in a modern, upscale setting not too far from Riverfront Heights. Stop by for lunch to curb your hunger with an Eclipse Burger with buttermilk bleu cheese, a Fried Shrimp Po’Boy with Tabasco remoulade, or Crisp Polenta with spring vegetable ragout.

Eclipse's dinner menu features starters like Tuna Tartare with black garlic emulsion, an Artisanal Cheese Plate, Fried Brussels Sprouts with apple remoulade and Vegetable Spring Rolls with garlic chili sauce. Entrees include Seafood Risotto with mussels, shrimp & calamari, Duck Breast with stone ground grits, and Lamb Chops with balsamic date syrup. Save room for a tantalizing dessert like Strawberry Rhubarb Panna Cotta with balsamic macerated strawberries & crushed biscotti.

Located in Wilmington, Delaware, Eclipse Bistro is open every day.

Eclipse Bistro
1020 N. Union Street
Wilmington, DE 19805
(302) 658-1588
www.platinumdininggroup.com/eclipse
www.yelp.com/biz/eclipse-bistro-wilmington

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Explore the Flavors of French Cuisine at De La Coeur Café et Pâtisserie

Few cuisines are as charming or as romantic as French fare, and De La Coeur Café et Pâtisserie is a French eatery in Wilmington that will add some Parisian flair to any meal of the day. This locally owned eatery prepares each of its baked goods and monthly dinners with ingredients from farms around the area, and everything has a French culinary influence that foodies will appreciate.

Inside, De La Coeur Café et Pâtisserie is modern and chic. Rustic chalkboard menus line the walls, while black country-style café tables are situated just in front of the numerous pastry cases. Stop in for a breakfast of pain au chocolat and a veggie-filled omelet, or pick up a dozen sweets to bring along to a morning meeting. Once each month, De La Coeur Café et Pâtisserie also hosts a French prix fixe dinner with multiple courses that makes a truly special date night in Wilmington.

De La Coeur Café et Pâtisserie
1836 Lovering Ave
Wilmington, DE 19806

(302) 660-7178
www.delacoeurcafe.com/work
www.facebook.com/delacoeurcafe

Scrumptious: A Wilmington Cafe

Frozen yogurt and ice cream are on the menu at Wilmington's Scrumptious, but if you need something more substantial, you can get yourself a hearty breakfast, too.

Settle in with a steaming cup of Espresso, Cappuccino or Café Latte and a Bagel with Cream Cheese, a Meat & Veggie Omelet, an Egg & Cheese Sandwich, or a 2-Egg Scrambler. Treat your sweet tooth to a big scoop of frozen yogurt in flavors like Very Raspberry, Red Velvet, Tiramisu, Cinnamon, English Toffee, Peanut Butter, Tropical Tart, Toasted Almond Mocha, German Chocolate Cake, and Snickerdoodle. Dress up your scoop with chocolate chips, mini-marshmallows, blueberries, rainbow sprinkles, strawberries, almonds, or chocolate sauce.

If you'd like to visit this Wilmington cafe, it's open daily.

Scrumptious
1715 Delaware Avenue
Wilmington, DE 19806
(302) 482-1029
www.gotscrumptious.com
www.yelp.com/biz/scrumptious-wilmington

Domaine Hudson: Delaware Destination Dining

An award-winning wine list, a gourmand-worthy menu of continental fare, and attentive service have made Domaine Hudson a worthy Wilmington destination for an elegant meal.

Settle in for your meal with a glass of wine, a craft beer or one of their signature cocktails like the Domaine Cosmopolitan. Begin with something from the appetizer menu that includes Curry Spiced Bay Scallops, Endive, Maple & Pancetta Salad, or a Charcuterie Board. Entrees include Rohan Duck Breast with roasted chestnut puree, Grilled Lamb Loin with maple chili glaze, Seared Wild Rock Fish with green peppercorn lemon butter, and Barrel Cut Aged Ribeye with cremini mushrooms. Or try Domaine Hudson's three course Prix Fixe menu, which lets you choose from a sumptuous selection of appetizers, entrées and desserts.

Just a short drive from Riverfront Heights, Domaine Hudson is open Monday through Saturday.

Domaine Hudon
1314 N. Washington Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
(302) 655-9463
www.domainehudson.com
www.yelp.com/biz/domaine-hudson-wilmington

Hollywood Grill: Tasty Fare in Wilmington

Generous portions, reasonable prices and tasty home-style fare served in a warm, family-friendly environment are Hollywood Grill’s claim to fame. Diners love to dig into hearty, stick-to-your-ribs breakfasts like Blueberry Pancakes, Eggs Benedict, Belgian Waffles, and Bacon & Eggs.

Hollywood Grill's omelets come with your choice of a wide array of additions, including ham, roasted peppers, spinach, feta cheese, cheddar, pastrami, broccoli, sausage & roasted peppers. Stop in later in day for something fresh and healthy like an Authentic Greek Salad, or a Mediterranean Shrimp Salad. Wraps, Deli Sandwiches and Burgers are also on the menu, along with entrees like Roast Turkey with stuffing & cranberry sauce, Homemade Meatloaf with mushroom gravy, Spaghetti & Meatballs, Chicken & Biscuits and Liver & Onions.

Just a short trip from Riverfront Heights in Wilmington, Hollywood Grill is open every day.

Hollywood Grill
1811 Concord Pike
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 655-1348
www.hollywoodgrilldelaware.com
www.yelp.com/biz/hollywood-grill-wilmington

Lucky’s Coffee Shop: Sticky Buns That Shouldn’t Be Missed

When it comes to breakfast, the chefs at Lucky's Coffee Shop don't believe in doing things halfway. They join the countless American chefs before them who championed sweets for breakfast at classic mid-20th-century diners across the country. Stacks of sweet French toast, syrupy waffles, and fluffy pancakes adorn the tables at Lucky's Coffee Shop in Wilmington.

Many customers opt for the French toast, perhaps because its fresh bread comes directly from nearby Le Bus Bakery. The French toast includes strips of crispy bacon and home fries (or fresh fruit, if you prefer), as does all of the "standard breakfast stuff." If you choose pancakes, add candied pecans and bananas, blueberries, or chocolate chips to make the stack truly decadent. You can also opt for am omelet or egg sandwich and breakfast, but no matter what you order, don't forget to add one of Lucky's popular stick buns. If you come for lunch or dinner, try a burger, sandwich, or diner entree like country fried steak.

Lucky's Coffee Shop
4003 Concord Pike
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 477-0240
www.luckyscoffeeshop.com
www.yelp.com/biz/luckys-coffee-shop-wilmington

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