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Bardea Food & Drink, Wilmington, DE

Bardea Food & Drink

4.7
4.7
2033 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
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Bardea, pronounced: bar-DAY-ah, is the Italian term for "the goddess of food and drink." The stunning, 120-seat restaurant utilizes ingredients from local Delaware Valley farms and purveyors, and features modern interpretations of traditional Italian and Mediterranean dishes. In 2019, Bardea Food & Drink received a semifinalist nomination in the James Beard Foundation's "Best New Restaurant" category.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (302) 426-2069
  • Website
    https://www.bardeawilmington.com/?y_source=1_Mjg0NTUyODUtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Antimo DiMeo
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it's an intimate celebration or a corporate event, elevate your gatherings with our exclusive private event spaces. Immerse your guests in a stylish and inviting atmosphere, tailor-made for unforgettable moments. Click our Profile Photo to learn about our Private Event offerings.
  • Private party contact
    The Bardea Team: (302) 426-2069
  • Location
    620 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801
  • Neighborhood
    Wilmington
  • Cross street
    7th and Market
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,033 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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    Italian

  • Delaware

    Most Booked

2,033 Reviews

  1. AlyseP

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing!!! Can’t wait to go back and try the Steak house as well

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  2. RobertS

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    1. Too loud and noisy, adjacent table almost screaming. 2. Calamari and bread were very good. 3. My wifes, gnocci was excellent. My bolognaise was, average, sauce tasted overcooked. 4. Waiter, Dale was very busy, knowledgeable & professional. 5. Caters to under 30 crowd. 6. Going to cancel my wife's Birthday reservation (6 people) because too noisy

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  3. Victorloo

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our server Ryan was fantastic! Food was absolutely amazing!!!!! Drinks and dessert were right on point. The only complaint I have was the noise level. Music was too loud. Tables a little too close. It was a Saturday night. I will go back for the service and food!!!!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were seated about 15 minutes after our reservation time, but the meal and attentive service more than made up for any inconvenience. The delicious food compares favorably to the quality you’d expect in a much bigger city. Nice lively atmosphere, enjoyed by all.

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  5. George

    Philadelphia

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waitstaff and bartenders are great people, they compliment the entire experience in a magical way.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress Kylie or Kayla curated a dining experience for us and it was excellent. This the best restaurant in Delaware.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Waitress was so kind and got us in and out for the show at the Grand

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  8. ToniN

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food & service. The valet parking is a added bonus.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Bardea was stunning. The food was magical, and the staff was passionate and talented. I would recommend sitting in the dining room if you truly want to experience this culinary adventure, however, because the bar was quite busy and loud. I will definitely be back!

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  10. lplp

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Good quality food but completely overpriced for the portions and the market (and the taste). Also food was very slow to come out at dinner time.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best restaurants in DE. The bartenders are amazing!! I love them. Been coming to this restaurant for several years and the service never lacks!

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  12. JackieB

    Naples

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an absolutely fabulous experience at Bardea. Ambience is very cosmopolitan; kudos to whoever designed the space. The service was top notch. Our server was Ryan Sabo-just the best!! The menu is extensive and requires a bit of a tutorial before you order. Ryan & all the waitstaff were very knowledgeable, professional and helpful in assisting us with our selections. Each dish is uniquely prepared & presented. And all the dishes were outstanding. We would highly recommend giving this dining experience a try.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite places in the Tri-state area! The service and food is always incredible!

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  14. Natgeorge1

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Bardea is a very fun spot with excellent food & outstanding service

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One my favorite restaurants in town.  It really a comfortable place for friends party or dating . Food is really good and they have a good wine selections. A place I would like to recommend it to my friends.

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  16. Napolitano

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I decided to go to Bardea restaurant after hearing from others that went there for dinner. Dinner and atmosphere was amazing! Food quality and choices were awesome. We were there early and were able to have quiet time for our wedding anniversary. Our waiter Ryan seemed to spend extra time with us in explaining the food choices. We really appreciated his time and care with us! We did notice that later in the evening as the restaurant filled up, the noise level was somewhat elevated, maybe a little more than our liking, but with this being said, this restaurant is a winner and we can't wait to go back!

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  17. EKni

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Service at Bar was not good at all it was 4 people behind bar and we was told by one person he couldn’t help us but turned around and took another person order on the opposite side of bar, the person that finally took our order forgot to put my dinner order in I literally didn’t get my meal until maybe 5min before we was ready to leave, the women behind bar was super friendly and she made our drinks which was excellent

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  18. Super

    Philadelphia

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our first time there and it was Amazing Service and food. however eating near the bar was a little hard to handle as loud and crowded as it was. But over all AWESOME!

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Portions very small in proportion to cost. Very trendy but would be a 1 time visit.

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  20. WhitneyH

    Philadelphia

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food here is exceptional- inventive, tasty, and presented well. My new favorite restaurant!!!

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  21. ReneeR

    New York Area

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always the food was a wonderful experience and a great way to celebrate a birthday.

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  22. Vernose

    Philadelphia

    32 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Things that soured me: Valet parking charge of $25 that was not displayed visibly except written on the ticket and number two a 3% charge for Waiter benefits The food itself was spectacular

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  23. nagere

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Had heard great things about this spot. Unfortunately, an overall negative experience. The hostess brings us into a very nice dining room and seats us next to the only other occupied table in the restaurant. There is one table occupied, and we are seated next to them. Why? The waiter was from South Philly(name withheld, but manger will know who he is). Poor attitude from the get go. We asked questions about the menu as this was our first time here. The waiter seemed put off by simple questions(Tell me about the ribs, is the ramen dry on a plate or in broth and the like). My daughter works in the restaurant/service industry and she was very put off as well. Since this was tapas style dishes, we asked to hold onto the menu so that we could order more food if desired. His retort was that the kitchen would like the entire food order put in at the same time. This was at 515pm and there were only 2 tables occupied in the restaurant. Really?!?!? I get it if this was a full restaurant at 8pm(maybe). OK, so we never ordered anything else(but might have if given the chance). Halfway into the meal he has a change of heart and did a 180 on his attitude. Bizarre. We had ricotta gnocchi(quite good), margarita pizza(excellent), eggplant parm(fair), nonnas meatballs(fair), ribs(fall off the bone, but very greasy). Ambiance was nice. At the end, the check has a 3% charge for health care is tacked onto the bill. I have never seen this in a restaurant ever. Commendable to provide this benefit for your employees, but why is the customer shouldering this hidden charge? Perhaps a voluntary contribution, or just build it into the cost of the food. An unnecessary slap in the face at the end of the meal.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a very good meal. As a chef myself, I could appreciate the technique applied throughout the menu. Well done.

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  25. ErinPalagye

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food and service, great ambience, and fantastic drinks!

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  26. EMIL

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was terrible. Blue fin tuna stringy, strong tasting. Hamachi was fishy. Sent both back. Beets weren’t seasoned, although toppings were fine. Sauce for halibut was flat tasting, unpleasant—ate only the halibut. Rushed service, abrupt. Very loud.

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  27. Jack

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was amazing. The portions were small - so I will order 2 or 3 orders of whatever we order next time. I’m definitely coming back. I love the vibe and feel of the place. The food tasted so good.

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  28. RyanV

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The BEST… hands down. If you’re looking for the best dining in Wilmington, this is it.

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  29. Mare

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional and unique food that was well described and prepared with a knowledgeable, delightful, fun staff. Portions were perfectly sized for sampling.

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  30. SarahM

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    atmosphere and service were top notch, but the food O.M.G. some of the best italian food we've ever had. We were thinking about it still the next day and will continue to dream about it. This has become my Roman Empire. We might have to schedule a trip to Wilmington specifically to come here again. 100000/10

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Yummy food in a warm and pretty atmosphere. They claim portions are small, but they really aren’t. Gem salad was yummy. Bread service good (but filling). Gnocchi was delicious.

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  32. donnaF

    Philadelphia

    33 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Nothing we ordered tasted good, it was VERY disappointing. The last time we were here is was great, this time the food was awful. It all tasted very weird, not delicious at all.

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  33. Rusty

    Philadelphia

    121 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    121 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I sound like a broken record whenever I talk about Bardea. We always enjoy our meal. The crab roll and halibut are great. It almost makes you want to skip the pasta entrees which are never disappointing. Service is always attentive and professional and Emily is the best. We always return whenever we want to have a great dining experience. Thanks to the entire staff.

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  34. TomasoL

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Charge for bread and water and parking - portions exceptionslly small - I get better food and value in Philadelphia and NYC. Will not be returning.

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  35. sandraG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The first time we were visiting. Will definitely be back. My boss was very impressed.

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  36. Anners

    Charleston

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food and service good. Sat right at the table separating the kitchen from dining room. Staff in and out and lingering. Lose that table it was disappointing.

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  37. Angela

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    always great food and service whenever we visit bardea!

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  38. DDBD

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The food at Bardea is good. The restaurant is too dark and the noise level high. Service was very good. Emily our server was very attentive.

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  39. Back9birdies

    Detroit

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Top notch restaurant. Food, drinks and atmosphere all on point.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I feel that they have Great ambiance, good food and great service

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available

  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Bardea Food & Drink using the Order Online button. Bardea Food & Drink also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (302) 426-2069.

Bardea Food & Drink is rated 4.7 stars by 2033 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bardea Food & Drink

620 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    7th and Market
  • Neighborhood
    Wilmington
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Antimo DiMeo
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.bardeawilmington.com/?y_source=1_Mjg0NTUyODUtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
  • Phone number
    (302) 426-2069
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it's an intimate celebration or a corporate event, elevate your gatherings with our exclusive private event spaces. Immerse your guests in a stylish and inviting atmosphere, tailor-made for unforgettable moments. Click our Profile Photo to learn about our Private Event offerings.
  • Private party contact
    The Bardea Team: (302) 426-2069
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