Henlopen City Oyster House

50 Wilmington Ave, Rehoboth Beach - 19971
372 reviews
Seafood
(302) 260-9193

The best seafood dinner I’ve had in probably two years – 24 oysters, softshell crabs, rockfish, a seafood Bolognese all the best in the service was also the best

Restaurant does not take reservations but we got a table right away. Nice selection of oysters and all were fresh. Creative menu, bouillabaisse was delicious as were clams casino. Friendly, efficient staff. Would definitely go again

This is one of my favorite restaurants. Every year, when I travel to Delaware, I make sure to visit this place while I’m there. The food is awesome. I’ve been here probably 10 times, and every time the food is perfect. Nothing id bad, except the fries. They’re sort of like those brown ones you get at a sports bar, but besides that, everything is awesome. The service is great, and the owners are involved with the restaurant, and make sure your meal and experience is perfect. Definitely go out of your way to go here, and trust me, you won’t be disappointed.

I am the seafood lover and this place is the best f-word seafood restaurant I have ever been. I am not joking. Oysters are very fresh and yummy. Crab cakes are also amazing; it's just salty enough and maximizing crab flavour with two delicious side dishes u pick. Sauces are great as well.

Arrived for dinner around 6 on a Sunday evening, waited about 30 minutes for a table. Maizie provided incredible service, was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. Ordered the blueberry daiquiri, yellowfin tuna tartare app, crab cakes, and Smith Island cake for dessert. By far the best meal and service of my Delaware trip!

This meal was start to finish perfection! Our oyster sampler was served with an explanation of which ones we were eating and a sheet explaining the flavor profiles. Service was top notch in general. My entree was the whole fried sea bass. It was absolutely delicious! When they packaged up my leftovers, the fish was separated from the sides so that it would stay crisp. We cannot wait to go back!

We stopped at Henlopen City Oyster House for an impromptu evening out. My bride ordered the Potluck, a dish that includes oysters, mussels, clams, shrimp, Nawlins-style sausage, sprouts and potatoes in broth. I ordered crabcakes with mac and cheese, and green beans. Both were delicious! My wife reports that her Cosmopolitan was "10 out of 10." The staff is great, too.

This place is a “hidden” gem right off the busy blocks near the boardwalk; well worth hoping on the waitlist due to no reservations! Quality of food, portion sizes, and service were all impeccable. We sat at the side bar near the entrance and were pleasantly surprised by the attentiveness of our server. We loved the cream of crab soup, crab cakes and jerk tuna! This is our new favorite spot to visit while in town; can’t wait to come back with friends and family.

I had the swordfish steak with summer squash and arugula. It was brand new on the menu and it was out of this world! My wife had the grouper. It was also well prepared and delicious. Service was outstanding. I highly recommend this restaurant.

Amazing food!! My #1 is the Lobster Rueben. Whenever visiting Rehoboth I MUST have this sandwich! The crab cake!!! Is outstanding and no fillers and so much crab. We always request Raina… sorry of the name spelling… she is an outstanding server with plenty of knowledge of the area. She did not disappoint us!