Henlopen City Oyster House

$$ • Seafood, Vegan, Vegetarian

Hours:
50 Wilmington Ave, Rehoboth Beach
(302) 260-9193

About Henlopen City Oyster House

Henlopen City Oyster House is a highly-regarded restaurant in Rehoboth, known for its superb oysters and excellent selection of warm water fish options. The restaurant has received praise for its amazing food, with many customers recommending the lobster roll and oyster poboy. The staff are commended for their exceptional service, being friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. While specialty drinks and the key lime pie are highlights, some customers have noted minor issues. Despite these concerns, the consistency in menu, portion sizes, and freshness has been praised for many years, making it a favorite spot for regulars. However, waiting for a table can be challenging, especially without reservations, as parking can be difficult due to street parking. The experience has been described as worth the wait, with customers praising the fresh and high-quality seafood, especially the fried oysters and raw oysters, including local Delaware oysters. The restaurant is also known for its lovely atmosphere, charming ambiance, and great cocktails.

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Henlopen City Oyster House Reviews

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We had lunch today. The oysters were fresh and the fried clam strips were phenomenal! Our waitress Jackie was friendly and funny!

I can't say enough good things about this place. I've been here many times and each visit has been spectacular. The diverse selection of oysters are fresh and perfectly shucked, the apps are delicious (try the cod cheeks!), and the main courses are varied and well prepared. If you ever come across a whole fish special while you're here, order it. You won't be disappointed.

The servers are knowledgeable and perfectly attentive. The wine list is nicely curated with an unusually...read full review

I can't say enough good things about this place. I've been here many times and each visit has been spectacular. The diverse selection of oysters are fresh and perfectly shucked, the apps are delicious (try the cod cheeks!), and the main courses are varied and well prepared. If you ever come across a whole fish special while you're here, order it. You won't be disappointed.

The servers are knowledgeable and perfectly attentive. The wine list is nicely curated with an unusually...read full review

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Hours

Monday 12 - 9PM
Tuesday 12 - 9PM
Wednesday 12 - 9PM
Thursday 12 - 9:30PM
Friday 12 - 9:30PM
Saturday 12 - 9:30PM
Sunday Closed
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