Henlopen City Oyster House

Excellent, melt in your mouth, fried oysters!

This place is amazing. So good that we came back a second time during our stay. I would highly recommend the lobster roll and oyster poboy! Every appetizer we got was delicious too. You can't go wrong here. The key lime by was the best ive ever had. I can't say enough about this place!

The food was delicious! The oysters were the best I ever had.

Awesome spot. Great for happy hour or dinner. Staff is awesome. Highly recommend

We had Melanie as our server and she was wonderful. I ordered the lobster roll and it was overflowing with lobster!! We also had the steamed clams and clams casino also delicious. We will be back!

The food and service were excellent—top notch all around. The staff was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, which made the experience really enjoyable. My only gripe is that they don’t take reservations. Waiting in 100-degree heat, even for a great meal, is a tough ask. Still, once seated, everything was worth the wait.

First time here and I was blown away - the staff was great without being overbearing. The food was top notch (ordered the scallops and the crab cakes), and the overall atmosphere was very relaxed. 10/10 would eat these crab cakes again every day until I die if I could.

Oysters were very good. Entrees werepricy and just ok. Lobster rolls had lots of shells sent it back. Grouper was good but the curry sauce with veggies were not. Steak was good. Crab cakes ok not great. Fried Oysters were good.

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

Yummy fresh seafood, good ambience and vibe. Friendly service! The dessert was also delicious!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Clams, Seafood, Oyster Sampler, Fries

This place serves delicious food. The seafood is fresh and tasty. Previous online reviews state they offer happy hour from 3-5pm, but the hostess stated they do not offer happy hour. We came in fright before dinner and were offered to order from the lunch or dinner menu. There are two sides to the restaurant - one with a bar and a more quiet area. I enjoyed the quieter section personally. The service was great. Highly recommend. Everything was excellent.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Raw Oysters on the Half Shell Delaware Delicious, Seafood, Oyster Sampler

Once again the best fried oysters I’ve gotten anywhere! The attentive service at the bar, the magical bartender (no one moves faster or more competently than she did), the food, even the wine choices were spot on.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

What a treat. Great food service and charmingly decorated. The smoked fish was excellent. Really well done french onion soup. Just great a small but lovely and well paired wine 🍷 list. Have been back again and again, this place is one of my favorites, best linguini and clams I have ever had.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Raw Oysters on the Half Shell Delaware Delicious, Oyster Pie, Lobster Mac N Cheese, Fried Clam Strips, Key Lime Pie, Bouillabaisse, Clams, Seafood, Oyster Sampler, Seafood Chowder, New England Clam Chowder, Crispy Scallops, Oyster Stew, Fries

The service was attentive without being intrusive. Jackie found a balance to keep us happy, well-fed, and entertained. They are quick to turn over tables but you don’t feel rushed while having your dining experience.

Especially pleased with the yellow coconut curry in the tilefish dish and the sweet and creamy sherry sauce in the lobster Mac.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Had a Birthday dinner for my husband last night. Food was delicious as always. Service by our server, Jackie, was excellent.

Parking: Easy walk from our hotel which provided us with free parking.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Seafood, Old Bay Steamed Shrimp, Fries