New American Restaurants near Claymont, DE

“My boyfriend and I had dinner there recently and it was excellent. I had the Mediterranean shrimp appetizer, the calamari, which we shared and my boyfriend had the chicken salad BLT sandwich. We enjoyed our meal so much. They were busy but the service was very good.

Once again my boyfriend and I went to dinner last night. My boyfriend had his usual, the chicken BLT sandwich and I had the crispy peruvian shrimp tacos. We were happy with our meal and outstanding waiter.“

“Definitely a hidden gem of Media! Great indoor/outdoor bar with great vibes and amazing cocktails! They have a killer happy hour from 4-6 and plenty of dog friendly spaces to sit at. Everyone that works here is so pleasant and they take the time to get to know their customers.“

“The small plates were delicious and beautiful, nice atmosphere and Maria our server was outstanding. It was a very enjoyable dinner and they made my husband's birthday special.“

“I tried the mozzarella as an appetizer and the Tenderloin for the meal. The mozzarella was very good. Between the peppers and topping that was a great was to start out. The Tenderloin was ok. The Gravy had a very good flavor but the meat itself i didn't think was that good. The mashed potatoes were nicely prepared and the asparagus was hot but still had a snap to them, which is just the way I like it. Add a nice bourbon to it all and it makes for a good meal. Cozy atmosphere to the place. Definitely worth checking out.“

“Amazing experience at The Pear last night! Matt and Francesca were both wonderful. Delicious food. If you haven’t made it out here yet definitely book a res and go. Soooo good.“

“Our favorite restaurant in Wilmington“

“Wonderful food, highly recommend the grilled shrimp and the jerk egg rolls. Enjoyed the lobster Mac n cheese too! Old fashion drink was really good!“

“Excellent food always my favorite place to eat out. The fish tacos are out of this world and a must to try the cauliflower curry soup delicious dad they closed in Middletown but its worth traveling where ever they are because their just that good!“

“I arrived at the restaurant in the early afternoon, and it was relatively quiet. I was offered the special Restaurant Week menu, which was a great concept and offered excellent value.

Everything I ordered was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Each dish was unique, and I genuinely enjoyed the entire meal. I would definitely recommend this restaurant.

The only downside was the lighting. The restaurant was already quite dim, and at one point they lowered the blinds, making it even darker which took away a bit from the overall experience“

“ymmmmmm food and we like it“

“We hosted ~20 people from out of town for a team dinner and it was wonderful to have Dan & DiFabios help us have a space to mingle, eat & have drinks with everybody traveling out of town for marathon weekend we really wanted a space for just that. From accommodating our party (including kiddos) to the great service - we were so happy with the food, service & Dan helping us reserve the space!“

“Love the vibe here, great local spot in a rustic 1700’s era building. Very good service from the staff. Phenomenal selection of beers on tap which was the main reason I found this place. It gets loud inside with the live music, though not overwhelming. I have to dink them on the menu though, not sure why they serve the pastrami sandwich chilled, just doesn’t seem right, and was a pretty low grade of pastrami. The fries were way oversalted. I’ll back, but will probably stick with drinks at the bar“

“Went for lunch with my son. We ate on the patio. It was cozy, quaint. Beautiful weather made it even more enjoyable. The food options were great; different from the same old same old. The waitress was busy but brought our drinks and food in a timely manner. Can’t wait to go back.“

“This place is legit OG. Your not going to get a better restaurant in heart of delco burbs. This place opens at 7am 7 days a week. Place is a powerhouse restaurant/deli/grill giving great service, running full breakfast and lunch menus everyday, easy jump off from 95 and 476 if you are near philly or want a local vibe south of Swarthwmore.“

“Great food and excellent service!“

“One of my favorite stops! I have loved everything I’ve ordered but my favorites are their speciality lattes or the chai tea latte. It has a super chill environment and is a nice break in my day. Highly recommend❤️“

“Had a great dinner with friends last night.... menu, as usual, was excellent... but want to especially recognize our server Kara...friendly, knowledgeable and very accommodating... made a fun time even more so... Ask for her... you can't go wrong.“

“First time I came here, I was a little nervous, but the regulars are super friendly and the bartender is great!! I went there to read, and while I did get a lot done, it was great talking to the regulars.“

“This place is awesome... great bar tenders specially Daniel!!! Me and my friend went on karaoke night, it's every sunday 3:30pm-8pm.. a must visit place, its amazing, crowd is very welcoming and everyone is very friendly.... Genesis is hosting the kareoke, fun fun fun experience... we will definitely be back and this time, with my girls...“

“I’ve always loved Columbus Inn throughout the years and highly recommend it for quality fine dining and a quaint enjoyable atmosphere. And the front deck is an amazing spot all year round.“

“Authentic Pennsylvania Dutch / Amish-style comfort food
Rebecca’s Dutch Kitchen is a hidden gem inside Booth’s Corner Farmers Market. The food is homemade, hearty, and full of traditional Pennsylvania Dutch flavor, just like real country cooking.
Everything tastes fresh and made with simple, quality ingredients. Portions are generous, prices are fair, and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming—exactly what you expect from a traditional market kitchen.
If you’re looking for authentic, comforting, no-frills food that feels like it came straight from a family kitchen, this is the place. A must-stop when visiting Booth’s Corner. I’ll definitely be back.“

“I love coming to Homebase! Great environment, great food, great bartenders. Never have any problem here. I love all the events they offer whether it be trivia, word on the street, or karaoke.“

“BEST PIZZA IN WEST SIDE OF WILMINGTON, HANDS DOWN!! If your looking a good slice of any type of pizza this should be your go too place!! I ♡ their white veggie pizza. They also cut up cucumbers & onion for me to take home. The food & service is top notch. The gas station side (Liberty Gas) the service is not as friendly at all. I only shop at Liberty bc Quick Meal & their service is so good.“

“Best burgers in Delaware. Service is always exceptional.“

“Clean restaurant with fast service and delicious food! I have a severe food allergy which makes it hard to eat at most restaurants. However, they were very accommodating and we had the best server, Amanda, who made sure I was completely comfortable and taken care of. She was so kind, fast to answer my questions, and very knowledgeable. I definitely recommend eating here during your stay and be sure to request Amanda ☺️“

“Food was amazing. I had the crème brûlée waffle and I can honestly say it was the best waffle I have ever had in my life. I also had the s’mores latte and I must say that was also a huge hit. The staff as well was so friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend and give it 5⭐️’s“

“Morgan A at Village Pub was absolutely fantastic! From the moment we sat down, Morgan was friendly, attentive, and genuinely made us feel welcome. Our drinks were always full, the food came out perfectly, and the service never felt rushed or forgotten. You can tell Morgan truly cares about providing great service. This experience alone will have us coming back — thank you, Morgan!“

“Brick & Brew was an outstanding experience overall. The atmosphere was vibrant, energetic, and packed, which added to the excitement of the visit. The food was absolutely top-notch—the chicken wings were excellent, the shrimp appetizer was superb, and the shrimp gyro was awesome, served with plenty of fries. The Paper Plane cocktail was a standout and truly superb. The only downside was the restrooms, which could use some improvement. Aside from that, it was a fantastic spot with great food, drinks, and ambiance. Definitely a place worth visiting!“

“I work closeby to this restaurant and had been wanting to give them a try. I never had African food before and I was curious so after work was over on Thursday I stopped in to try a lamb shank with yellow rice. It was so good! The lamb fell off the bone smoothly and the yellow rice was flavorful. I was afraid the dish was going to be spicy but they put the spice in a small container on the side. Service was friendly and fast. The price came out $20, which was not bad at all. Next time I will try either the dibi or the peanut sauce dish. 10 out of 10 Kenedougou Grill, thank you for introducing me to African food. I recommended this restaurant to my family and anyone who is curious about African food. Give it a try, you won't regret it.“

“We had my wife and her twin sister’s birthday party there with over 70 people. The event was well organized and the staff was friendly and accommodating. They were patient with our younger guests. Everyone said they had a great time. Thank You to Barnaby’s for a great job!!“

“Amazing staff, they were so friendly and helpful!! Their food was also exquisite! I’ve been 2 times and both time I’ve been absolutely impressed!! Highly recommend! Joanne was darling!!“

“I had a special event at Docklands today and the service and food were amazing. The accommodations that were made to ensure my family were taken care of went above and beyond. If you need a place to host your next event I highly recommend Docklands!“

“Celebrated my wife’s 73rd birthday here today. We’ve been meaning to try it for years. Today was that day and they did not disappoint. The entire visit was a pleasant surprise! And it was absolutely wonderful! Sorry we waited so long before trying it. The icing on the cake tho was our server, Aubrie. She was AMAZING! Her efficiency and warmth was overwhelming! If you come to try it out, be sure to ask for her. You won’t be disappointed. 👍👍👍“

“We just had a bridal shower there in May 2025. We picked Chelsea Tavern because it was in a central location for our 2 families to come together and celebrate. All I can say is that everything was fantastic! The service, the room, the attention to detail was perfect! The food was phenomenal! The portions were huge and tasted terrific! Madelyn was a wonderful hostess and Rob the best bartender and pancake bar chef! We couldn’t ask for a better day. Picking Chelsea Tavern was the best decision and the bride to be was so happy and said everything was exactly as she had imagined. Thank you to everyone involved, it was the most special day 🌸💗🌸“