Federal Fritter & Bistro

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   LowryV

   Washington DC

   11 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   11 reviews

   Dined on November 19, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Went for a Seacrets rum pairing. The restaurant is charming, the staff friendly. Each course was paired with a rum cocktail. The food was excellent and beautifully prepared and presented. We would definitely go back.

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   MichaelK

   Chicago

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 19, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   This restaurant is top notch every time we go. The food is always outstanding and only equaled by the service. Will return again and again!

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   SloaneH

   Jacksonville

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on November 19, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Everything was amazing per usual! If you are a local on Delmarva or just visiting, you HAVE to see what Federal Fritter & Bistro has to offer!

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   GerriJ

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 11, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Fantastic meal and great atmosphere. Enjoyed chatting with the gentleman sting next to us. Will be back again soon. All the food was outstanding

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   Jeff

   Philadelphia

   159 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   159 reviews

   Dined on November 11, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   Federal Fritter is a real gem and a great addition to Rehoboth Beach. Outstanding flavors (the artichoke fritters were to die for; as was the beef short ribs and gnocchi with seafood). Wonderful service just makes the whole experience memorable. We'll definitely be back!

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   DonnaF

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 10, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Unique & clever setting with wonderful food and drinks. These NYC foodies were not disappointed!

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   JohnW

   Washington DC

   23 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   23 reviews

   Dined on October 29, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Elllen and Todd Gray are the best. They create a welcoming environment and food that is off the charts!

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Washington DC

   6 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on October 28, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Best restaurant in Rehoboth!

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9. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on October 22, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Food was phenomenal. Must try the fritter sampler with sauces.

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    CeCe

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Ellen never disappoints with her wonderful and charming greeting. New waitress Lindsey was delightful and the food, as always, was amazing.

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    Nancy

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Simply excellent! The best meal I have had in a long time in the area. Wonderful welcoming waitstaff delicious food. I can’t wait to go back just for coffee and dessert.

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    LenS

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We didn’t know what to expect from this relatively new restaurant but we were very pleasantly surprised at how good the food and service is! Tiffany, our server was phenomenal with great recommendations! The food was outstanding! Can’t wait to return!

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    TerriC

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The gnocchi with seafood was fabulous. My friend and I shared it as an appetizer. She had the duck as an entre and I selected the scallops with hen of the woods mushrooms. Yum. And then to top it off, the pastry chef had prepared a ginger cake with butter pecan ice cream. It was so delicious.

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    CANMSM

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Food is always creative and delicious. Staff are cheerful and owners always visit the tables. Great experience.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing friendly people who work here, will do everything to make you feel as special guest. Appetizers, drinks, food and dessert were great

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    DavidK

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Birthday meal of seafood gnocchi was fabulous. Claire’s service was excellent and Ellen is always a wonderful hostess.

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    Wineanddine

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    FF had been highly recommended by good “foodie” friends and FF did not disappoint. The fritters were delicious and a unique starter to our meal. The entrees and desserts were also delicious. Loved the intimate setting too. We will be back.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This was my son, daughter & my second time at Federal Fritter. The food is other worldly - fresh, unctuous, seasoned to perfection. We started out with an assortment of their fritters & oyster fritters. Our main entrée was the East Coast Seafood Gnocchi in a white wine tomato cream. The gnocchi were pillowy with scallops, jumbo lump crab meat & lobster. I have no words other than I wanted to slap the chef it was so incredible! The Red Curry Butternut Squash soup was pure, silky perfection. This is a wonderful bistro, with incredible owners - who remember you from 5 months ago, exceptional warm & friendly staff & a chef who truly has a passion & love for food - you MUST go to the Federal Fritter!

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    KathleenF

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I will be back. Although small in space the service and great meal made you feel like paradise. Thanks again

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    AnnieGNYC

    New York Area

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Incredible service (thank you, Ellen!) and fantastic food. We can’t wait to go back.

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    ThomasG

    Charlotte

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We started off with the parmesan risotto and crème fraiche followed by a fried oyster sandwich for my wife and a salmon w/a light BBQ sauce over the most amazing late summer vegetable and beurre blanc mix for me. We finished with churros and coffee. Ellen was a great hostess and her staff was excellent. Oh - they had a great Willamette Valley pinot that paired nicely with my salmon. Kudos all round!

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22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience4

    Fritter specialty interesting but not something I’d order again. Fish (fluke encrusted w sesame seed) okay, a bit over cooked/dry- much better fish entrees at other restaurants. The fig/ arugula salad was excellent. Overall, there are other places I’d go to before returning here - Salt Air, Henlopen oyster House, Thomson Island Brewery.

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    PaulaS

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We dined on the the patio with perfect weather. The service was exceptional. Everything we ate was absolutely delicious. We loved the corn and apple fritters. The squash soup was very tasty. The seafood entrées were great. We were too full to eat dessert. Would definitely return every time I am in Rehoboth!

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    MargaretR

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience4

    Very attentive staff. Food was good and different from the other restaurants in town. Only negative, did not like Old Bay seasoning on scallops

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    SloaneH

    Jacksonville

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everything at Federal Fritter is amazing that we keep coming back for more! Always make sure you have room for dessert!

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26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall2food4service1ambience2

    I went to the restaurant for our anniversary date. We were squeezed in between two tables which made it very difficult to have a conversation. The waiter was really pushy about getting drinks, ordering other menu items, and dessert. Our food got delivered to the wrong table with no acknowledgment from the staff. The table next to us was receiving excellent service with many people waiting on them, where as we were left alone for most of the evening. Overall the food was great, but felt very dismissed by the staff.

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27. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Outstanding! Best meal I’ve had in a long time.

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    RehoFoodie

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    One of our very favorites! It was great to see Ellen again. Sat at the bar and had a great time!

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    Mark

    Washington DC

    92 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    92 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    A fan of the sister restaurant Equinox in DC, we always visit Federal Fritter when in Rehoboth. The meal did not disappoint, food was different and great. Todd Grey was in the kitchen and it was worth the wait! Will be back.

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    CateG

    Baltimore

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Federal Fritter is now my family's favorite restaurant in Rehoboth! The food is amazing and super creative. The chef and his wife, who run the restaurant, are an absolute delight as well. And on top of it, the food is not overpriced unlike many spots in Rehoboth. We look forward to going back often :)

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    susana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Delicious food in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Have been twice and will definitely go again.

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32. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3

    The fritters are delicious and surprisingly light. I start to drool every time I remember the chilled corn soup. Server Tiffany and host Laney were excellent - friendly, attentive, and great suggestions. We plan to become regulars.

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    MelissaN

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Federal is THE best restaurant in town right now. Simply amazing.

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    melindam

    Washington DC

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful experience with very welcoming owner. Creative cuisine. Delicious and fun. This place will be full from now on!!

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35. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful meal and wine. Enjoyed meeting Ellen and Todd, the owners, who have created a lovely beach restaurant waves above the rest. We will be regulars!

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    Pghkid

    Baltimore

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Federal Fritter is outstanding The food ,Service are as good as it gets If you haven’t been you’re really missing out

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    Envy3518

    Washington DC

    126 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    126 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Our food and service were both excellent, we will be back soon!

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    dreamweaver

    Washington DC

    66 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Smaller venue with owner chef and wife up front on the floor helping run the place. Attentive staff. Outstanding food. Carefully crafted cocktails. Smaller menu, but all done to perfection. Need a reservation during the season. Not your typical beach food. One of the best in downtown Rehoboth.

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    ClaudineR

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing meal! Great service! We will be back!

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    SaraF

    Washington DC

    51 reviews

    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    We try to go to Federal Fritter when we’re in Rehoboth. The food and drinks are delicious and the service is great. Seeing owners Todd and Ellen working and interacting with diners is bonus.

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