Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Montchanin

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DelawareWestern Suburbs

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Chadds FordHockessinNewarkWilmington

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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1. Columbus Inn

4.8

Exceptional(2549)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Wilmington

Booked 10 times today

Columbus Inn has been reborn as a contemporary bar/restaurant that combines the best of both the old and new. Featuring seasonal Modern American menus with an extensive selection of wine, beer, and craft cocktails.Online Ordering and Delivery Options available through our website: www.ColumbusInn.net

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2. Banks' Seafood Kitchen & Raw Bar

4.7

Exceptional(4197)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Wilmington

Booked 8 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.

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3. Iron Hill Brewery - Wilmington

4.3

Awesome(2176)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Wilmington

Booked 28 times today

Welcome to Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, where you'll find fine handcrafted beers, creative yet informal cuisine, and friendly, attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere. We're passionate about producing distinctive, full-flavored handcrafted beers, accompanied by fresh–from–scratch New American cuisine in a comfortable, casual atmosphere. Our goal has always been to provide food and beer that is inspired, consistently crafted and presented by a knowledgeable and courteous service staff.

4. Chelsea Tavern

3.9

Excellent(1543)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Wilmington

Booked 2 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. Piccolina Toscana

4.7

Exceptional(1459)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 2 times today

Piccolina Toscana is open Monday-Saturday for dinner at 5:00. We have ample socially distanced tables as well and a heated patio. The Lounge opens at 4 each day with Happy Hour from 4-6. Open late on the weekends. Toscana to Go is open from 10am-8pm every day. Online Ordering is available as is Home Delivery, Curbside Pickup. Toscana Catering is planning Covid compliant events as well as "post-Covid" 2021 events at all of our beautiful and unique Catering Venues.

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6. Taverna - Wilmington

4.4

Awesome(725)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 14 times today

Taverna - Wilmington is a “neighborhood gathering place.” Inspired by both the casual watering holes and belly warming kitchens found within homes all throughout Italy, Taverna suggests a rural approach to refined Italian cooking.**A NOTE FROM THE RESTAURANT**Reservations are not required. We welcome walk-ins.Please contact us directly at 302-384-8552, if desired reservation time is unavailable or a party size is larger than 6.

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7. The House of William & Merry

4.9

Exceptional(2377)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Hockessin

Booked 8 times today

The House of William and Merry serves contemporary American cuisine prepared from the freshest seasonal ingredients procured from local farms, providing casual fine dining at a reasonable price. Chef-owned by the husband and wife team, Merry Catanuto and William Hoffman, who live on the property, the restaurant is a remodeled farmhouse on the edge of central Hockessin. Dine in a comfortable home atmosphere in one of the two dining rooms, the porch, or the bar. When you arrive, you can see right into the all new, modern kitchen. Full bar service is available including wines by the glass, microbrews on tap, and specialty drinks. Or, take a walk around back to see the herb and vegetable gardens.Tuesday through Saturday we serve lunch and dinner. On Sunday, we serve brunch followed by a prix fix supper in the evening.

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8. Taverna Rustic Italian - Newark

4.7

Exceptional(896)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newark

Booked 12 times today

With the opening of Taverna, Platinum Dining Group brings to life its highly anticipated version of the “neighborhood gathering place.” Rustic and simple in conception but well crafted and high minded in execution, Taverna brings to Newark a casual sophistication that sees reclaimed wood and exposed brick on the wall. Polished marble rest atop the overstretched bar which boasts eighteen draft beers and the state’s first ever “tapped wine” system. A seemingly humble menu is carefully considered with homemade pastas, coal-fired pizzas, and daily “features” that will bring a smile to the most discerning grandmother’s face.**A NOTE FROM THE RESTAURANT**Reservations are not required. We welcome walk-ins.Please contact us directly at 302-444-4334 , if desired reservation time is unavailable or the party size is larger than 6.

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9. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Chadds Ford

4.4

Awesome(1772)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Chadds Ford

Booked 21 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is your destination for bold flavors and warm hospitality. From expertly crafted wood-fired steaks and fresh seafood to signature cocktails, mocktails, and curated wines, every detail is designed to deliver an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're gathering with family, hosting a client, or toasting to a special occasion, Firebirds offers elevated cuisine at an approachable price. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio and let us show you what extraordinary dining feels like. Reserve your table today — we can’t wait to serve you.

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10. Back Burner Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1699)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Hockessin

Booked 7 times today

Over 40 years of Operation & Voted Best of Delaware several years in a row, our kitchen offers seasonal selections of contemporary American cuisine, interlaced with Italian and French influences that will please all who visit! Being located in historic Hockessin, DE, our cozy restaurant will make you feel right at home.; Whether you sit at the bar, in our fireplace room, or with a view of the kitchen!• Our Signature dishes include:- Pumpkin Mushroom Soup - Shrimp Léjon- Kennett Square Stuffed Mushrooms- House-made Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes- Fresh Fish- Featured Game- Featured Steaks • The Back Burner is the perfect choice for celebrating all occasions. We offer passion, perfection, and unsurpassed quality in everything we do.Our private Fire Place Room can accommodate groups from 15-28 people. • Featuring Nightly Specials & Daily Happy Hour! Call For Larger Groups• For additional info, please contact our Dining Room Manager at 302-239-2314 or email: event@backburner.com

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From verified diners like you

J
JohnVIP
Philadelphia County •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious good and wonderful service…. as always . Just amazing every time we go.
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Banks' Seafood Kitchen & Raw BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Wilmington
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4.7
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Jacquelene
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We enjoyed celebrating my daughter’s birthday with family!
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Columbus InnPrice: Moderate• American• Wilmington
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4.8
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Bradford
Philadelphia County •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The food and the wine were outstanding. All four of us thoroughly enyoyed our meals. Highly recommend the Carpaccio di Manzo. The Pollo Melanzane was awesome. Will be back again in the near future.
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Piccolina ToscanaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Wilmington
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4.7
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Michelle
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jul 18, 2025
Great food and ambience! Iron hill never disappoints
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Iron Hill Brewery - WilmingtonPrice: Moderate• American• Wilmington
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4.3
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Dan
Philadelphia County •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 30, 2025
Chelsea is our go-to for dinner before a show at the Grand. The food is good but the menu is limited. I was disappointed that there was no calamari for a starter which had been on the menu in the past. Our server was busy not only waiting on us but working the bar as well. We did manage to get there in time for happy hour but again there was a limited menu for that as well. We didn’t know there were half price starters but in any case our food orders were prepared correctly and the caesar salad was fabulous.
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Chelsea TavernPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Wilmington
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3.9

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