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Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Ocean City / Delaware Shore

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Ocean City / Delaware Shore? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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4.9

4.9 (2610)

$50 and over

French

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

Bonjour! La Fable Brasserie, located on the beach block of Rehoboth's iconic Baltimore Avenue, offers traditional French cuisine with a bohemian Parisian street cafe flair. Whether you choose to join "Fable" for an early meal or cocktail during Leve-Tot, for an intimate dinner with friends, or to enjoy a drink at the bar, we hope for each guest to create their own dining story. We look forward to seeing you. Merci Beaucoup!

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CindyVIP

Dined 5 days ago

What a gem! The restaurant itself is rather regal and elegant, with the staff being warm and modern. Every main was a much larger portion than anticipated, so we all left full and completely satisfied from full and complex flavors with a classic French influence. Our server was rather entertaining and approachable, making La Fable a great special occasion dining option.

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Boeuf Bourguignon

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Truite Amandine

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4.9

4.9 (2114)

$50 and over

Farm-to-table

Fenwick Island

About the restaurant

Indulge in an extraordinary dining experience, where we wholeheartedly champion responsible agriculture, local watermen, and the art of serving really good food. Led by James Beard Nominated chef and owner, Matthew Kern, our restaurant is a testament to his culinary expertise and unwavering dedication to showcase the best of Delaware.

Beyond the kitchen, Chef Kern's commitment extends to our exceptional staff, making every visit a memorable exploration of the heart and soul that sets our gem apart. Join us to enjoy a drink, savor a meal, and see for yourself what makes this place so special.

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EdVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent service and food. We have dined before and will continue to.

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Shorebreak Lodge

4.8

4.8 (1284)

$31 to $50

American

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

Shorebreak Lodge offers high quality fresh and seasonal menu items, hand crafted cocktails, an eclectic wine list, and exceptional service all in a comfortably chic and welcoming setting.

One of the elements that makes the Shorebreak menu unique is the option to order appetizer size or full size entrees. Ben, owner and creator of the cocktail menu, has been bartending in downtown Rehoboth since 2019 and has won several cocktail awards, most recently First Place at the War at the Shore. The cocktail program at Shorebreak presents carefully crafted cocktails based on classics with unique twists to challenge the guests with new experiences.

Shorebreak has a 12-seat bar, two dining rooms and a covered outdoor patio. Many seating options for a romantic date night, special celebrations, family gatherings and company dinners.

We are 133 steps to the Atlantic Ocean on Wilmington Ave Downtown Rehoboth Beach.

Winner of Traveler's Choice 2021 on Trip Advisor.

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Robert

Dined 4 days ago

The ambiance is great . The food was fantastic, the drinks were amazing ! We had a great dining experience with our friends ! Highly recommend

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Char-Grilled Octopus

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4.9

4.9 (1845)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Harrington

About the restaurant

Any reservation request left on Mondays or Tuesdays will be confirmed on Wednesday when we reopen.

Award-winning seafood/steakhouse, Bonz Restaurant & Lounge is located in Harrington Raceway & Casino, offering a variety of mouthwatering appetizers, entrees and desserts. Featuring the famous fork tender filets and the freshest seafood all paired with the finest Cabernet from our extensive wine list. Open Wednesday – Sunday at 4PM. Reservations recommended. Dining options Bar/Lounge, Main Dining room, Al Fresco Patio.
Bonz welcomes underage diners, but hey must enter through the Bonz patio main door adjacent to the fountain and please call upon arrival so staff can check you in. All parties greater than 6 guests must be called in for management approval.

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ShirleyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Alex, the bartender was our server. Did a wonderful job. The baby back spareribs were absolutely delicious and of course I love the oysters. They were excellent awesome.

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Lobster Ravioli

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4.9

4.9 (1032)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

Cafe Azafran serves up an award-winning blend of Mediterranean and Spanish cuisine. Recently taking home the 2019 Top Chef of the Culinary Coast for the second year in a row was Café Azafran, their quality of food and freshness speaks for itself. Each dish from tapas to our large plates will leave you satisfied and looking forward to your next visit. Menu is subject to change at Chefs request! We have live entertainment every Thursday!!!!
Located on the ocean block of Baltimore Avenue, in downtown Rehoboth Beach, Cafe Azafran has a cozy dining area, with a spacious covered screened in back porch, in order to enjoy the ocean air while you eat fresh, delicious menu items.

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William

Dined 3 days ago

We enjoyed our dinner of salad with fruit, nochi, lamb chops and pork ribs in small portions. All of the dishes were nicely seasoned and perfectly cooked. One of our favorite spots in Rehoboth.

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1776 Steakhouse

4.9

4.9 (4708)

$31 to $50

American

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or just want to enjoy a perfect meal out, we invite you to experience 1776 Steakhouse. It's the ideal setting for great food and great conversation.

Voted best steaks and most romantic restaurant at the beach.

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Wendy

Dined 3 days ago

Always a great experience dining there and the staff were phenomenal. This was the first time listening to live piano music, and he was absolutely perfect. We really enjoyed him.

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4.8

4.8 (2351)

$31 to $50

American

Lewes

About the restaurant

RESERVATIONS:
Open for dinner Tuesday - Saturday starting at 5pm; closed Sunday & Monday.
We accept dining reservations 30 days out, simply meaning today's date plus 30 days.

CANCELLATION POLICY:
If you cancel or no show within 12 hours of your reservation, your credit card will be charged $25/per person.
All proceeds go towards the Heirloom kitchen squad’s continued culinary education, research & development.

PLEASE NOTE: a credit card surcharge of 3% will be added to your bill when a credit card is used for method of payment. There is NO SURCHARGE when paying with cash or gift cards. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to taking great care of you.

We do NOT offer child seating (high chairs/booster seats) of any kind, nor a children’s menu, and we are unable to accommodate strollers in the dining room.

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Kim

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent food and service. This is a consistently great restaurant.

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Heirloom Veggie Bowl

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Char-Grilled Atlantic Octopus

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Flourless Chocolate Torte

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Theo's Steak, Sides & Spirits - Rehoboth Beach

4.8

4.8 (1261)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

Established in 2011, Theo's began in St. Michaels, Maryland as a traditional steakhouse. Being in a resort town, Theo's quickly became a casual hot spot offering elevated, high-quality dining for visitors as well as a beloved favorite among locals. Heavily influenced by New Orleans, our flagship property in St. Michaels features eclectic art, moody colors, and comfortable seating in the once-historic home it resides in. Our second location in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware is a well-lit vibrant space with a cozy outdoor patio nestled right downtown on Baltimore Avenue. No matter the location, you're sure to meet local town celebrities and unforgettable characters. We believe that great atmospheres are created by the people who enjoy them.

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Patricia

Dined 2 days ago

Their châteaubrind special on Thursday night is incredible… Leslie, our server, is always the best! We ask for every time. Just left this place…

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FILET MIGNON 8 OZ GF

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Ocean City

4.8

4.8 (1877)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Ocean City

About the restaurant

Welcome to Ruth's Chris Steak House located in West Ocean City/Berlin Maryland. We welcome you to enjoy the very best in cuisine and hospitality. Ruth's Chris is the number one Steak House In America. We look forward to serving you.

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Richie

Dined 2 days ago

Absolutely amazing Sam was our server amazing and her busgirl was an amazing red head godbless both of them

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Tomahawk Ribeye

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Drift- Seafood & Raw Bar

4.8

4.8 (993)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

Drift specializes in exceptionally sourced and prepared seafood which reflects the rich culinary traditions of our region. We have created a unique and intimate atmosphere as well as a carefully curated beverage program. We hope you enjoy every aspect of your dining experience with Drift.

Drift brings to Rehoboth Beach a premier raw bar and seafood restaurant in an elevated dining environment. Our daily menu varies as we focus on sourcing only the freshest local and seasonal ingredients. We communicate directly with our network of providers to ensure only the best ingredients are selected. We believe the geography of Rehoboth Beach provides an opportunity to showcase the truly unique and diverse seafood and produce found in our area.

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Justin

Dined 2 days ago

This restaurant definitely has the most creative dishes and superb food in all of Rehoboth Beach

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Maine Lobster French Toast

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Crispy Atlantic Swordfish Schnitzel

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Maryland Blue Crab Hushpuppies

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