Best Casual Restaurants in Avondale

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AvondaleGreenvilleHockessinKennett SquareMendenhallNewark

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1. Hilltop Crab House Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(131)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Avondale

Booked 4 times today

We offer a variety of fresh seafood, daily specials and All You Can Eat options. We have live music Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights as well as Trivia on Wednesday nights with great prizes for the winners! Open late Thursday's, Friday's and Saturday's.

2. Capers & Lemons

4.8

Exceptional(2132)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Greenville

Booked 45 times today

Capers & Lemons, is a restaurant serving modern versions of classic Italian fare. The dining room at Capers & Lemons seamlessly blends old and new into something all its own. The lighting and colors of the dining room evoke the sense of a classic Italian restaurant, while the decor is distinctly contemporary making diners realize this restaurant has its own vision. Many traditional Italian dishes can be found, with a small modern twist. Bright and flavorful antipasti, Wood-fire cooked pizzas, and hearty pastas are all here. Finally, stop in at happy hour to enjoy beer, wine or some signature cocktails. **A NOTE FROM THE RESTAURANT**Reservations are not required. We welcome walk-ins.Please contact us directly at 302-256-0524, if the desired reservation time is unavailable or the party size is larger than 6.Patio requests are acknowledged but not guaranteed. Even when requesting outdoor seating, we may have to accommodate you in our main dining room.

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3. Redfire Grill Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(1124)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hockessin

Booked 17 times today

It becomes apparent soon after entering RedFire Grill & Steakhouse why it has become the destination spot throughout the Delaware Valley for people seeking out great steaks and chops. The sultry, penetrating tones of scarlet and brick leap out from behind the bar while the cool, casual comforts of stained wood, stone and wrought iron appoint the sophisticated dining room. Our service team is engaging and knowledgeable without being obtrusive or conspicuous. Our menu features a carefully chosen selection of dry-aged beef seared to perfection on our 1200 degree Chophouse Broiler. Other menu items include fresh fish, organic chicken & traditional steakhouse beef offerings. Lunch options are highlighted by generously portioned salads, sandwiches and signature burgers.**A NOTE FROM THE RESTAURANT**Reservations are not required. We welcome walk-ins.Please contact us directly at 302-235-2600, if desired reservation time is unavailable or the party size is larger than 6 guests.

4. Caffe Gelato

4.4

Awesome(1882)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newark

Booked 19 times today

Relaxed atmosphere, vibrant bar, good wine cellar (Wine Spectator Award of Excellence), great food, delicious house-crafted gelato and house-crafted pasta. Guests may request a semi-circle booth for parties up to 8 (Max capacity is reduced due to pandemic restrictions), or a nice table. Outdoor seating is available and large groups may request a private room. Caffe Gelato celebrates its 17-year anniversary. For lunch, look forward to trying our pressed panini on fresh baked sea-salt and rosemary foccacia, the featured salads, or a house crafted pasta. At dinner try the Daily Salmon, Center-Cut Filet Mignon, or any of our 6 House Crafted Pasta dishes. Weekend Brunches feature omelets, crepes, poached eggs, and Creme Brulee French Toast. Favorite gelato flavors are Bacio (Chocolate Hazelnut), Crème Brûlée Toffee, Dark Chocolate, and Stracciatella (Chocolate Chip).

5. Hearth Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(42)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Kennett Square

Booked 18 times today

Seemlessly blending Mediterranean and coastal influences, hightlighting flavors from Italy, France, and beyond. Nestled in historic Kennett Square, neighboring Longwood Gardens.

6. Mendenhall Inn

4.8

Exceptional(2751)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Mendenhall

Booked 19 times today

Dining at the award winning Mendenhall Inn stands alone as one of the great destinations in the Brandywine Valley. Whether it is in our main dinning room, outdoor seating around our fire pit or in our Bar and Grille you are certain to have a memorable experience you won't forget. Be sure to try our Chef's creative daily Veal, Chicken and Fish specials!

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7. Iron Hill Brewery - Newark

4.6

Exceptional(1542)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Newark

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant in Newark, where you'll find fresh handcrafted beers, creative yet informal New American Cuisine & friendly & attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere.We've been voted Best Overall Restaurant and Best Brewpub by the readers of Delaware Today. Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is a non-smoking environment, with smoking allowed in designated outdoor areas only, however cigar & pipe smoking is prohibited. Reservations & "Call Aheads" are accepted for lunch & dinner seven days a week. We accept all major credit cards & are handicapped accessible.

8. Home Grown Café

4.7

Exceptional(514)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Newark

Booked 7 times today

Home Grown Cafe is an independently owned, award-winning, downtown Newark, DE staple, residing centrally on Main St. for over 23 years under founding owner, Sasha Aber. Matt McConnell leads an incredible staff and day to day operations. Award winning Executive Chef Andrew Thorne is the chef de cuisine who constantly pushes the envelope with locally made from scratch dishes of his own creations, as well as mentoring and showcasing our staff's talent. Home Grown has been named Best of Delaware Upstate for over two decades by Delaware Today readers including awarding the honor of Best Chef Upstate to Andrew Thorne (2022) Guests enjoy incredible service and made from scratch food for all dietary lifestyles, including carnivorous, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-sensitive in a welcoming environment for all patrons. Colorful walls are adorned with local pop art. The bar features a large array of upscale spirits including house-crafted cocktails and mocktails, over 65 beers, and great wines.

9. Deerfield

4.4

Awesome(730)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Newark

Booked 1 time today

2025 Easter and Mother's Day Now Open for Reservations! April 20, 2025 | Reservations from 10AM - 2PM May 11, 2025 | Reservations from 10AM - 2PM Come join us at Deerfield Golf Club for a truly one of a kind experience you and your guests are sure to not forget! $79.95 - 13 & Older $20.95 7-12Kids 6 and Under - Free Failure to show up to your reservation will result in a charge to the card on file. Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Amex are accepted.

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10. Santa Fe Mexican Grill & Bar - Newark

4.4

Awesome(208)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Newark

Booked 15 times today

Discover an authentic taste of Mexico at Santa Fe Mexican Grill, nestled in the heart of Newark, Delaware. Whether you're craving traditional tacos, sizzling fajitas, or innovative fusion dishes, our menu brings a flavorful journey to your plate. We pride ourselves on using fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and offering a warm, vibrant atmosphere perfect for any occasion – from casual family dinners to celebratory events. With handcrafted margaritas and a variety of tequilas to choose from, Santa Fe provides the perfect escape for dining with friends, family, or colleagues. Experience Newark's premier Fun Mexican destination today!

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Nick
Los Angeles •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
We visited the location prior to its acquisition from a restaurant group and unfortunately the food was not as good as it was previous to that. Outstanding service however from our server Nathan!
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Hearth KitchenPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Kennett Square
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4.7
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Mark
Philadelphia County •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The weather was great and we had an enjoyable meal outside! Everything was exactly as we have come to expect.
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Capers & LemonsPrice: Moderate• Italian• Greenville
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4.8
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Michel
Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Very nice service and excellent steaks. Best mushrooms.
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Redfire Grill SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Hockessin
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4.6
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CarolVIP
Philadelphia County •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great food and service. The gelato was fantastic along with the drinks.
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Caffe GelatoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newark
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4.4
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AnnmarieVIP
Philadelphia County •8 reviews
4.0
Dined on Apr 12, 2025
We only ordered apps and soup which were good. Volume of the band pretty loud, but appreciated the entertainment. Our server was ok, but to be fair they were busy. Will definitely go again…it’s a good casual, local spot.
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Hilltop Crab House RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Avondale
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4.4

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