One Coastal

Name: One Coastal
Address: 101 Coastal Hwy, Fenwick Island, DE, United States, 19944
Telephone: (302) 537-4790
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1249 Reviews

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

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We are DEDICATED to supporting responsible agriculture and local waterman, and serving REALLY GOOD FOOD. James Beard Nominated CHEF, Matthew Kern, is chef/owner....uh, no big deal.
How it all began....
Matt worked as a line cook in many places including Pennsylvania, New York, and Philadelphia, years ago knowing that one day he wanted to own his own restaurant. After taking many twists and turns, he ended up in Dela-where? As he would say, his wife suckered him in. (and maybe I did or maybe he suckered me in, but it was all meant to be)
His passion and commitment to the farms and waterman that reside on our menu, and to fortify an edible identity for Delaware is what keeps him going everyday. He is dedicated to his staff and wouldn't be able to do this without them. He is the real deal. Come in, have a drink, eat a meal, and see for yourself what makes this place so special.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 18, 2022

May 2022

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Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(302) 537-4790

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Contemporary American, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(302) 537-4790
Website
http://www.onecoastal.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Matthew Kern

Location
101 Coastal Hwy Fenwick Island, DE 19944
Neighborhood
Fenwick Island
Cross street
Delaware Ave.
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Popular dishes

Baywater Farms Bibb Salad$17.00
shaved watermelon radish, butter crumb, dill, smoked trout roe, pickled eggs, buttermilk dressing
Baywater Field Greens$16.00
blood orange, shaved fennel, candied hazelnut, nice farms whole milk ricotta, blood orange vinaigrette
Trueth Farms Beef Tartare$19.00
chili dressing, bone marrow aioli, eastview farms turnips, watermelon radish, toasted pistachio
Country Fried Hen of the Woods$18.00
castle valley mills cornmeal, preserved Jimmy Nardello peppers, shaved baywater radish, hot honey, buttermilk
Baywater Farms Late Harvest Carrot Soup$15.00
carrot fritter, pea tendril salad preserved carrot
Chicken and Biscuits$17.00
persimmon preserves, pickled baywater carrots, mustard seed, parsley salad

Mains

Story Hill Farms Red Waddle Pork Bolognese$37.00
spent sourdough cavatelli, house whipped ricotta, eastview farms blistered turnips, fried onion
Chesapeake Rockfish$42.00
mushroom farrotto, porcini cream, eastview farm oyster mushrooms, winter arugula, bagna cauda
Trueth Farms Beef Tenderloin$45.00
celery root rosti, chickories, purple radish, preserved cherries, beef fat dressing
Duroc Heritage Breed Pork Chop$42.00
Baywater Farms murasaki sweet potato puree, eastview farms maitake mushroom, roasted brussels sprouts, chili maple dressing, chicharrones, bordelaise
Corn Fried New Jersey Flounder$37.00
Eastview farms kale and white bean stew, sofrito, preserved pepper butter
Chicken and Dumplings$39.00
Green Circle chicken, castle valley mills rye dumplings, preserved onion, baywater carrots, shaved watermelon radish

Sweets

Grapefruit Tart
Shortbread crust, grapefruit curd, toasted coconut anglaise, puffed rice, rosemary dust
Milk and Cookies
duck egg budino, white chocolate pistachio cookies, persimmon butter

What 1,249 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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Baltimore / Maryland
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Best Overall
Ocean City / Delaware Shore
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Best Service
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PKDiner
Washington DC
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
We were fortunate enough to snag the last reservation last night at 5 pm for this absolute foodies treasure! Our second visit, we were warmly welcomed by manager Laura, served expertly and enjoyed absolutely delicious hen in the woods mushroom appetizer and heritage duroc pork chop. So perfectly prepared and presented. We’ll be back many times!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous!!
NF
NFoody
Washington DC
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience3
Food in general was very good,however 1 in group mentioned that soup was Luke warm and the flounder was a little overcooked. Steak was very good could cut with fork. Our server was great very engaging . Not shy with prices! Over all an enjoyable evening.
s
sochi
New Orleans
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
Farm to table concept is excellent. Food was great and service was special
PL
PeterL
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dinner was amazing. I had the berry salad and the flounder. WOW was cooked perfectly👍🏻 My Husband had the catfish also amazing. Keep up the great job.
PA
PAJS
Washington DC
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The new chef has really made significant improvements to the menu which show depth of character and complexity in the dishes. A lightness to each dish which allows the diner to feel comfortable at the end of an appetizer and entrée. Definitely a place for people who love food and outstanding cocktails.
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brad
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Missed the scallops and crab cake appetizers Tenderloin was great but could have been bigger portion....salad and potatoes were great wife enjoyed the flounder and the asparagus salad drink menu for cocktails not as extensive as previous IPAs are ok but would add some domestics for beer selection overall very good will be back hope the menu will expand a little
R
Rita514
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of my favorites. Great ambiance.
CC
ConnieC
Baltimore
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Interesting menu..ordered scallops amazingly tender loved the variances lettuce mushrooms delicious Salad with asparagus was fresh delicate & yummy Chocolate olive cake with marshmallows & peanuts was too die for !!! Small intimate restaurant surprisingly Very unique for Fenwick island Definitely return Love to see more fish entrées & not fried
LG
LorettaG
Baltimore
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
The food was exceptional. Surprise ingredients and flavors. Great service. Wine selection was a bit skimpy but once the season gets going it should improve.
JK
JohnK
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful night, great food. Good luck to new owners.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Everything was very good except the dessert we ordered. It was Creme Valvo. It had no taste and flavor to it. Still love One Coastal but may not order another dessert when we go back.
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TrishT
Baltimore
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was one of the BEST MEALS I have ever had, and we dine out a lot. I had the scallops meal and they were cooked to perfection. The other meal that received lots of compliments was the pork chop meal. YUMMMMMM We will definitely go back!!!
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Rozee
Baltimore
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing seafood. As always. Creative cocktails. Very accommodating
D
Dave
Philadelphia
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience4
Prices have gone way up but quality has declined. My steak was over cooked and the dressing on the salad was not good.
LM
LMV126
Baltimore
126 reviews
vip
5.0
126 reviews
Dined on April 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I've always loved One Coastal, but was a little wary of how it would be with the new owners. It was fantastic!!! The food was outstanding, and the service was perfect. Can't wait to go again!
NF
NancyF
San Francisco
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall1food2service1ambience5
Server rushed us. Spilled wine while pouring. Food wasn’t anything fancy for the high cost.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful experience with the new chef and owners, Matt and Karen Kern. They kept the best of the old but they expanded the menus and made it their own. This is our special “go-to” place!
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jeffe
Washington DC
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
One of our favorite places in Fenwick! Great food and service
SG
StephanieG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food is always excellent. The cavatelli was particularly great. The chicken and biscuits app is to die for. Highly recommend!
LG
LisaG
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great cocktails to go along with a 5 star meal. Cooked in an open kitchen with a fabulous wait staff. We ordered 2 of the salads and other apps along with hearty dinners. The portions were good and I even had 2 pieces of steak left for the pups at home.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had dinner with my son - fabulous evening
PK
PKDiner
Washington DC
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on April 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We enjoyed a special fine-dining experience in the Delaware Beaches! We drove from our home in Rehoboth Beach to explore more of the area after living here one year, and we found a warm, wonderful, inviting hostess who led us to the perfect corner table! Then we were greeted by an enthusiastic (this is a compliment!) waiter who provided us the time to settle in, offer us craft cocktails and then described the menu and made wonderful recommendations. The food was extremely well-prepared, not the typical dining experience in the beach communities, rather something I would expect in a sophisticated urban setting. It was an absolutely delicious meal. This is a place we will reserve again and again -- the 1/2 hour drive is worth the prize at the other end!
M
Mimi
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Our meals were better than any other we’ve had at the beach. We will encourage our family to dine at One Coastal.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hands down the meal we’ve had in the Delaware beach area.
WR
WendyR
Washington DC
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Had a great meal… yummy cocktails and delicious food! Ambiance was quaint… the main dining room encompasses the entire restaurant space with an open kitchen. It got quite Smokey by the end of our visit. They need to figure out a better ventilation system for the kitchen… was tolerable until the end… I was definitely affected by the kitchen exhaust and smoke- like a haze hanging over the dining room. We will go back but hope the above issues are remedied next time.
BH
BHast
Las Vegas
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Never fails to provide exceptional food and drinks, that's why it's one of my favorites. Innovative and artistic take on freshly prepared dishes, highly recommend.
AR
AlanR
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service was wonderful.
CG
CrystalG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing! Delicious local sourced food made with intention and style! Great service and atmosphere!
RQ
RoseQ
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place is fantastic. Never has dissapointed us yet. We have been here several times. Food is delicious, cocktails are unique, staff is fabulous and awesomely friendly. We definitely recommend but also want to keep it a secret for ourselves selfishly if you know what I mean
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Wlbne87
Washington DC
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Pricey, but possibly best food in Bethany Beach/Fenwick Island area. Only down check is the restaurant was very smokey, but, perhaps, not a normal occurrence. Open kitchen is wonderful for viewing into the meal preparation but stronger kitchen fans may be needed.
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xxxx
Washington DC
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food was delicious and the service was outstanding. Will definitely go back!
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cajintl
Washington DC
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food. Very impressed. Only problem is we were seated next to the kitchen and a blender was going and dishes were dropped - very noisy.
CL
CaitlinL
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Solid date night, can’t wait to come again! Awesome creations and looking forward to what’s new next time!
CK
CindyK
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the ambiance and the waiter was incredibly personable! Carrot soup was just delicious as was the presentation! The pork chop was the best I have ever tasted. Amazing herbs, freshness and seasoning! Beautiful presentation as well.
ES
EveS
Fort Lauderdale
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceptional Food & Service experience. Pasta dishes are delicious pricey considering costs (chicken & dumplings was the winning dish with a party of 4 taste testing all dishes. Pork chop came in 2nd). Contradictory internet info re: Sunday hours but we let them know.
KB
KellyB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent experience. Chef Matt knows his way around the kitchen….totally reflected in the food he prepares.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A foodies experience. Always delightful.
DA
DonAsh
Philadelphia
54 reviews
vip
4.0
54 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Food was great but the room is very loud. It's hard to hear other people at your table.
C
Copper102
Washington DC
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Great food! We love this place. New owners carrying on a great location.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

One Coastal offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (302) 537-4790.

One Coastal is rated 4.8 stars by 1249 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 18, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(302) 537-4790

101 Coastal Hwy Fenwick Island, DE 19944

Additional information

Cross street
Delaware Ave.
Neighborhood
Fenwick Island
Hours of operation
Dinner
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Contemporary American, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Matthew Kern
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.onecoastal.com/
Phone number
(302) 537-4790

One Coastal

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Chicken and Biscuits

Chesapeake Rockfish

Chicken and Dumplings

Snacks & Greens

Baywater Farms Bibb Salad$17.00

Baywater Field Greens$16.00

Trueth Farms Beef Tartare$19.00

Country Fried Hen of the Woods$18.00

Baywater Farms Late Harvest Carrot Soup$15.00

Chicken and Biscuits$17.00

Mains

Story Hill Farms Red Waddle Pork Bolognese$37.00

Chesapeake Rockfish$42.00

Trueth Farms Beef Tenderloin$45.00

Duroc Heritage Breed Pork Chop$42.00

Corn Fried New Jersey Flounder$37.00

Chicken and Dumplings$39.00

Sweets

Grapefruit Tart

Milk and Cookies

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Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

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