Harbour Restaurant at Canal Square

Name: Harbour Restaurant at Canal Square
Address: 134 W Market St, Lewes, DE, United States, 19958-1340
Telephone: (302) 200-9522
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (1221)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

134 W Market St, Lewes, DE 19958-1340

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2 people

Jul 22, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Charming

Welcome to Harbour Restaurant! This chef owned little gem features amazing waterfront dining at it's best in the heart of historic and charming Lewes, Delaware. The first town in the first state!
Enjoy stunning waterfront views from our relaxing outdoor harbor side deck, open aire bar and intimate dining rooms. We offer a modern dining experience driven by decades of innovative cuisine; Seasonally inspired, locally sourced and continually evolving accompanied by professional, warm and friendly service.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–1:30 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(302) 200-9522
Website
https://www.harbourlewes.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive chef
Chef Owners Gary & Lorraine Papp
Private party facilities
Private events may be provided based on availability.

Location
134 W Market St, Lewes, DE 19958-1340
Neighborhood
Lewes
Cross street
1st Street, Canalside, Adjacent to Inn At Canal Square
Parking details
Metered parking available on 1st and 2nd street 9AM-8PM $1/HR. Limited free street parking available within two blocks of our location.
Public transit
-Dart Bus 305 Beach Connection -Cape May-Lewes Ferry
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Country Style Duck Pâté$16.00
Seasonal Chutney, Honey, Dijon, Warm Baguette
Harbour Ceviche$18.00
Chef's Daily Fresh Fish, Serrano, Cucumber, Lime, Wakame, Citrus Marinade, Crispy wontons
Maryland Crab Chowder$12.00
Lump Crab, Plum Tomato, Yukon Potatoes, Old Bay, Warm Baguette
Hot Crab Dip$18.00
Creamy Lump Crab, Vermont Cheddar, Parmesan, Crostini
Clams Oreganata$14.00
Crispy Smoked Bacon, Bell Peppers, Oregano, Casino Butter, White Cheddar & Herb Breadcrumb
Cheeseboard$24.00
Daily Selection of Locally Crafted Cheeses, Seasonal Chutney, Honey, Dijon, Nuts, Warm Baguette
Blue Bay Mussels$16.00
Fresh Herbs, Chorizo, Fresno Chile, Fennel, White Wine, Grilled Focaccia
Craft Ale Steamed Middleneck Clams$16.00
Garlic, Fresh Herbs, Grilled Focaccia
Lemongrass Grilled Shrimp Bahn Mi$14.00
Steamed Bao Bun, Rice Wine Pickle, Miso Gochujang Aioli, Scallion

Salads

Hearts Of Romaine Caesar$12.00
Brown Butter Croutons, Parmesan Reggiano, Fresh Anchovy
Local Organic Baby Arugula & Goat Cheese Salad$14.00
Strawberries, Torn Mint, Hazel Nuts, Tarragon Green Goddess Dressing

Mains

Vegetable Risotto$28.00
Asparagus, Baby Spinach, Bell Peppers, Grilled King Trumpet Mushroom, Herb Oil, Shaved Locatelli
Pan Seared Local Yellow Fin Tuna$32.00
Stir Fry Lemongrass Scented Jasmine Rice, Baby Bok Choy, Avocado Crema
Pan Seared Scallops$38.00
Vegetable Risotto, Grilled Asparagus, Meyer Lemon and Ginger Aioli
Braised Beef Brisket$32.00
Bourbon Brown Sugar Rub, Haricot Verts, Yukon Potato Gratin, Red Eye Gravy
Shrimp Tagliatelle$34.00
Sautéed Shrimp, Pine Nut & Basil Pesto Cream, Locatelli Pecorino
Pan Roasted Duck Breast$38.00
Miso Honey, Sherry Orange Reduction, Roasted Kohlrabi, Baby Carrots, Haricot Verts, Bell Pepper, Togarashi Hemp Seed Crust
Bouillabaisse$40.00
Fresh Fish, Shrimp, Clams, Mussels, Saffron & Tomato Broth, Grilled Focaccia
Grilled 15oz. Ribeye$45.00
Crispy Marble Potatoes, Young Arugula, Watermelon Radish, Chorizo Vinaigrette, Chimi Churi
Harbour Fish & Chips$28.00
Icelandic Cod, Hand Cut Old Bay Steak Fries, Fennel, Walnut and Radicchio Coleslaw, Cajun Remoulade

Bread Basket

Locally Baked
Artisan Selection
House Butter

Sides

French Green Beans
Yukon Potato Gratin
Baby Greens & Vinaigrette
Radicchio, Fennel & Walnut Coleslaw
Hand Cut Old Bay Steak Fries

What 1,221 people are saying

Harbour Restaurant at Canal Square reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

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Baltimore / Maryland
Great for scenic views
Baltimore / Maryland
Contemporary American
Ocean City / Delaware Shore
Best Food
Ocean City / Delaware Shore
Best Ambiance
Ocean City / Delaware Shore
Best Value
Ocean City / Delaware Shore
Great for outdoor dining
Ocean City / Delaware Shore
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Harbour Restaurant at Canal Square offers "fabulous" food with "outstanding service" and "incredible views" of the canal. Perfect for special occasions, their menu boasts fresh, creatively prepared dishes. The "lovely" ambiance is matched by the "friendly" staff, making it a "go-to" spot in Lewes for memorable dining experiences.

1,221 Reviews

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Diane
Key West / Florida Keys1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a wonderful meal at Harbour Restaurant. We had a nice table for 2 outside with a view of the canal. Our server, Chris, took good care of us and had good recommendations. My husband had the Shrimp Parpadelle and I had Pan Seared Scallops; both were delicious! They even treated us to a glass of champagne in honor of our anniversary.
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Tina
New York City11 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We got to sit outside on a beautiful evening and look out at the canal. The food, the service and the ambiance were outstanding. This place never disappoints! The only problem is deciding what you are going to order.
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Cheryl
Cincinnati / Dayton6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely atmosphere indoors and out. Menu was varied but seemed mostly seafood/fish. Rockfish and crabcakes were excellent and served stove hot with delicious veggie sides. Daily specials looked interesting including lobster tail. Salads were refreshing and desserts outstanding.
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Sandra VIP
Philadelphia County20 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing dinner to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary with friends. Beautiful window table as promised, delicious food and lovely service. We splurged for dessert and were glad we did - Lorraine’s fruit pie with King’s ice cream was the perfect ending to a wonderful dining experience. Can’t wait til next time!
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John VIP
Philadelphia County30 reviews
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
You absolutely cannot beat the view from the outside deck in the Lewes/Rehoboth Beach area. Watching the boats on the canal is very relaxing. The food however was meh... not great and not bad, just meh. My cocktail was very good, but only about 2/3 full - felt a bit cheated. The calamari was decent, but the sauce spooned over was negligible, could have used more. I ordered the pork chop which was tasty enough but a bit too salty. The side of potatoes and braised cabbage was not so great. The cabbage made the potatoes soggy and not much flavor in the cabbage and was a bit dry. There was some sort of tomato-ish compote which was very tasty but could have used a lot more of it to flavor the dish. My husband ordered the fish and chips which again had very little taste. I need some flavor in the fish and chip batter. He did not enjoy his steal fries either, but i did. I thought they were nice an crispy. Not sure I would return unless for a drink and appetizer on the patio.
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tom
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was very good. Service was excellent. Tip was automaticity charged @ 22% which was l little surprising.
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Cynthia
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on July 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent fresh food, top notch service, lovely ambiance in a beautiful setting on the canal waterfront - the owners of this restaurant really care. One of our favorites (especially for a special occasion) in Lewes.
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PAUL VIP
Philadelphia County46 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had dinner outside on a night where the temperature and weather conditions were fantastic and the food and service were excellent. It was our first time out on the deck and the experience was amazing.
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Dawn VIP
Philadelphia County7 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent. The view of the water was incredible. Our server Rhonda was outstanding. I highly recommend this restaurant.
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Brian VIP
New York City31 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was excellent.I ordered a steak medium that was well done!
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Harbour Restaurant at Canal Square is rated 4.8 stars by 1221 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Jul 22, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

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134 W Market St, Lewes, DE 19958-1340

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
1st Street, Canalside, Adjacent to Inn At Canal Square
Neighborhood
Lewes
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–1:30 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Metered parking available on 1st and 2nd street 9AM-8PM $1/HR. Limited free street parking available within two blocks of our location.
Public transit
-Dart Bus 305 Beach Connection -Cape May-Lewes Ferry
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Owners Gary & Lorraine Papp
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.harbourlewes.com/
Phone number
(302) 200-9522
Private party facilities
Private events may be provided based on availability.

Harbour Restaurant at Canal Square

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Hot Crab Dip

Harbour Ceviche

Harbour Fish & Chips

Starters

Country Style Duck Pâté$16.00

Harbour Ceviche$18.00

Maryland Crab Chowder$12.00

Hot Crab Dip$18.00

Clams Oreganata$14.00

Cheeseboard$24.00

Blue Bay Mussels$16.00

Craft Ale Steamed Middleneck Clams$16.00

Lemongrass Grilled Shrimp Bahn Mi$14.00

Salads

Hearts Of Romaine Caesar$12.00

Local Organic Baby Arugula & Goat Cheese Salad$14.00

Mains

Vegetable Risotto$28.00

Pan Seared Local Yellow Fin Tuna$32.00

Pan Seared Scallops$38.00

Braised Beef Brisket$32.00

Shrimp Tagliatelle$34.00

Pan Roasted Duck Breast$38.00

Bouillabaisse$40.00

Grilled 15oz. Ribeye$45.00

Harbour Fish & Chips$28.00

Bread Basket

Locally Baked

Artisan Selection

House Butter

Sides

French Green Beans

Yukon Potato Gratin

Baby Greens & Vinaigrette

Radicchio, Fennel & Walnut Coleslaw

Hand Cut Old Bay Steak Fries

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