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Ole Tapas Lounge & Restaurant
Price: Moderate•Tapas / Small Plates•4.8(923)Ole Tapas Lounge & Restaurant is an authentic tapas restaurant specializing in seasonal tapas, Spanish wine & family style entrees. With a warm atmosphere & upbeat Spanish music, this vibrant restaurant will transport you to Seville, the capital of tapas.Taverna Rustic Italian - Newark
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(884)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.
Iron Hill Brewery - Newark
Price: Moderate•American•4.4(1,540)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.Home Grown Café
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(516)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.
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Wilmington
Price: Moderate•American•4.5(3,283)Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.Caffe Gelato
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.4(1,884)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).
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- LLouiseVIPPhiladelphia County •21 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoGreat food. Nice atmosphere. Good service. Would recommend for brunchMore infoHome Grown CaféPrice: Moderate• American• Newark•4.7
- DdebraVIPWashington, D.C. Area •200 reviews4.0Dined 3 days agoGreat atmosphere and service The pizza was just a little undercooked The calamari was fabulousMore infoTaverna Rustic Italian - NewarkPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newark•4.8
- EEllenPhiladelphia County •5 reviews5.0Dined on May 11, 2025Food was delicious! First time eating at Caffe Gelatto and would definitely go back.More infoCaffe GelatoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newark•4.4
- AAliceOrlando / Central Florida East •3 reviews5.0Dined on Apr 19, 2025The food was delicious, delivered quickly , and server Henry was excellentMore infoIron Hill Brewery - NewarkPrice: Moderate• American• Newark•4.4
- MMikeVIPPhiladelphia County •377 reviews5.0Dined on Apr 12, 2025Great Mexican food and fabulous margaritas and special drinks. Service was awesome. We enjoyed ourselves and will definitely return when in the areaMore infoSanta Fe Mexican Grill & Bar - NewarkPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Newark•4.3
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Newark, Delaware, is a vibrant location to visit for anyone looking for a wide variety of restaurants that cater to specific tastes. American food is still the primary staple in Newark, but the choices for international food are surprisingly vast for those new to the community. It is a great destination for a day trip that is home to several authentic Italian and Chinese establishments, but there are also multiple Mexican and Mediterranean eateries featuring everything from pulled chicken flauta to traditional moussaka. Traditional Japanese and Caribbean foods can also be found in Newark, ramen and oxtails being particular favorites. That is not to mention the seafood restaurants, local steakhouses, and pubs that offer casual dining in relaxed, scenic atmospheres for both locals and visitors.
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Healthy restaurants located in Newark include Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Wilmington, Vita Nova - University of Delaware and Taverna Rustic Italian - Newark
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Newark are Vita Nova - University of Delaware, Deerfield and La Casa Pasta
Bottomless brunch in Newark is available at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Wilmington, Deerfield and Vita Nova - University of Delaware
The most romantic restaurant in Newark is Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Wilmington
Restaurants in Newark with a great view include Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Wilmington, Vita Nova - University of Delaware and Deerfield
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