4. Restaurants

Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats

320 Rehoboth Ave, Rehoboth Beach, DE, 19971
  • (302) 226-2739
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Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats Menu

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  • Brittany K.

    We went here for dinner for my husband's birthday after we took the brewery tour in Milton. The tour was great by the way-- I was expecting the food to be just average. I've been here before but it was long before I joined yelp and it was mostly to drink so I don't recall the food. There were 5 of us and we were seated upstairs. The staff was SUPER helpful and friendly... and several people worked to help our table-- there was never a time when we needed something and someone wasn't there to help. The food wasn't just "pub" worthy... it was legitimately REALLY GOOD, high quality almost gastro pub food. Some particularly awesome things: Felafel with the goat cheese dipping sauce (Oh my goshhhhh) Fish and Chips The dijon/mustard potato salad French fries the tarter sauce for the fish and chips Burgers... Seriously.... everything was BETTER than expected. I'm super happy about it.

    (5)

  • Annie T.

    Disclamer: I don't drink alcohol, so I'm sure I couldn't appreciate the complete awesomeness of Dogfish Head. With that said... My friends and I decided to do a day trip to Rohoboth beach (Sunday Funday yay!) and at the end of the trip one of my friends was dying to eat at Dogfish Head since it one of his favorite breweries. We put our names down and had to wait for around 30 mins for a table. My friends were nerding out over the beer selections, of course. They apparently had the infamous 120 IPA instock which always sells out in an hour in MD. He said it lived up to his high hopes of what he thought it would taste like too. We ordered the pretzel as an app and I thought it was alright. The pretzel had a good flavor and texture, but the cheese spread it came with wasn't impressive to me, especially when our waiter swore by the pretzel being the best thing ever. The cheese spread was made with spicy pickles or something and was suppose to be out of this world, but I thought it was ok. Not bad, but not mind blowingly good either. One friend ordered the pizza with the handmade mozz and me and everyone else had to try the truffle Mac and cheese. The pizza was ok. The crust was made with beer wheat or something, cool, but I couldn't appreciate it. The pizza was tasty, but it didn't have pizza sauce and I like my pizzas saucy. I had high expectations for this Mac and cheese since I am a truffle lover! The Mac and cheese again wasn't bad but it wasn't mind blowingly good either. It was missing something to me. The truffle flavor was there, but not strong. I think it def needed some fresh basil to punch up the flavor. All in all it was fun to try out Dogfish Head and I had a great time chilling with my friends there. I wouldn't mind if I had to go back. My friend also bought a 4 pack of the 120 IPA ($36) to bring home and was ecstatic about that, so I was happy for him. Good trip, great memories.

    (3)

  • Julia E.

    Dogfish Head- I think about your truffle goat cheese pizza before I fall asleep now, it might be one of the most delicious things my tastebuds have encountered in their 23 years. I was staying in Lewes with my family and we ate dinner here with my dog, who is a hairy 100lb wild drooling beast (who we love very much). They were very accommodating to us, gave us ice water a couple of times for our pup while we waited for our table. Once we were seated everything was delicious, I ordered the house salad and added salmon, it was really good, however my mom ordered the above mentioned truffle pizza, and I instantly had "order envy". The next week my boyfriend and I came back and I didn't make the same mistake twice, I ordered the truffle pizza, shamelessly ate the whole thing and wished I'd ordered another to eat later. Both times I came here obviously the beer was delicious too, that goes without saying.

    (5)

  • Tim S.

    Fantastic food. The dogpile & fish tacos were really good. The crab & corn chowder was outstanding. Great selection of beers

    (5)

  • Mike F.

    They do not do take out Yelp is wrong! When I informed the lady on the phone she was quite rude and said "well we just changed it" get your info straight Yelp.

    (1)

  • N N.

    Excellent in some ways, just OK in others. Place is spacious and comfortable, atmosphere and decor are fun. We had kids w us and felt totally welcome. Cheese / meet board appetizer was one of the best we've had, really delicious and varied. Kids loved their meals and homemade birch beer. Adults super excited to see that fish tacos featured "grilled mahi mahi" rather than deep fried fish. Doesn't that sound like chunks of light, grilled yummy fish, as in Cali? Nope. They should really say "shredded fish." In fact, fish was pulverized down to a fine grit, uniformly in every taco. (With meat, we'd want to know if it's ground hamburger meat versus steak, right?) Server was super pleasant, but the bus boy / person allowed our dishes to really pile up on our table, and continued to leave every single dish in our midst loooong after we'd emptied them.

    (3)

  • Patty V.

    Excellent food. Long wait but worth it. Fried pickles and dogfish burger were outstanding. Not to mention grest beers.

    (5)

  • J S.

    We loved dogfishhead beer and we needed to visit this establishment for sure while here. The place was crowded when we arrived with a band ready to start. We waited for less than the 15 min we were told and got seated upstairs which was nice so it wasn't crazy loud with the band to enjoy some dinner. We started with some beer always good from here and some poutine fries. The food was good and fries are real not the norm fries you receive at most places. We got some beer flights as well which is a great thing to try out new beers. The food was real good as well. I can't wait to go back here and will probably do so before our trip ends. Now have a taste for some other beers from them we can get back home in PA also!

    (5)

  • Bruce F.

    Beers, of course, are fun and delicious... but, the food...not so much. Would definitely skip eating, and just enjoy a few drinks.

    (3)

  • Joanne L.

    Great salad and great beer. An absolute must is the falafel with the goat cheese and dill dipping sauce. It's really really good especially with the 90 minute IPA!

    (5)

  • Amy B.

    The food is great but the service sucks! Our waitress just threw the check on the Table didn't ask if we wanted anything else or anything. That's poor service in my humble opinion!

    (3)

  • Denise M.

    Came here following the tour of the Brewery. Ordered the Fish N Chips and the DFH Burger as well as the flight of spirits. Hands down the best meal we've had from Washington DC to Baltimore to Rehoboth! Ordered the Palo Santo Marron Bacon Chocolate Cheesecake for dessert. OMG delicious!! Special shout out to our lovely waitress, Samantha!

    (5)

  • Customer X.

    Pros: The food, service, atmosphere, and draft beer selection are great. The chocolate brownies paired with the Vanilla ice-cream are moist and perfect. The restaurant is kid-friendly. Cons: The food portion is on the small size: pizzas, falafel, etc. The broccoli rabe pork sandwich didn't have enough meat in it. The crab meat sandwich was slightly bland.

    (4)

  • Richard H.

    I must be a dissenting, minority voice here, but hear me out. First off, this place is pricey. How pricey? For 26$ I received two crab cakes that were small, nothing to write home about and contained some filler a.k.a. red bell pepper. Secondly, the sides were gross. The mac and cheese was awful and the grits were salty to the point of being inedible. And the beer.... over priced and nothing special. For a meal for three the bill was almost 100$ for awful food with terrible service (it took almost an hour for our food to get there). In my mind the comparison was to DuClaws being from Maryland and DuClaws is much better. I wonder if the people here who rave about this place have not had something better.

    (1)

  • E J.

    I actually can't speak to the beer as a confirmed non drinker, but food was really good! Went with brother in law and our kids and everyone left happy. The dog pile appetizer was great! You might have to wait a bit as they cook food to order, so keep in mind if you have kids. They did offer to bring their food first, so maybe not an issue.

    (4)

  • C B.

    What can I say besides LOVE LOVE LOVE...?! maybe... I love Rob, our smart and friendly bartender. Atmosphere is comfortably nautical. Food is delicious (get the pizza! 50 grand is amazing.) Read up on the background of this brewery as you enjoy a flight. Highly recommend. Do it.

    (5)

  • Michelle D.

    Awesome fried pickles & burgers! Just long wait to be seated. Sit at bar for beer while you wait .

    (5)

  • Dan L.

    I got a pizza which was amazing and my wife got the chorizo shrimp grits(those are bang bang). Great beers on on tap! One of the beat restaurants around.

    (5)

  • Lourdes E.

    We've been here numerous times over the years because our friends, who live here, love coming to this Brewery. We waited a bit but everyone was so nice that we didn't mind the wait. I had a delicious iceberg salad with avocado with salmon. My group all enjoyed their beer ( I don't drink beer but got a good Vodka tonic. Really seems to be the "happening place".

    (5)

  • Cristina M.

    Great beer, great summer spritzer (and strong), dog friendly (outdoor seating with water bowls), quick service, GREAT food, cute town. We're happy :)

    (5)

  • andy d.

    Beautiful atmosphere and fast eager staff. food was good- my kids are on the picky side and liked it. the bbq pork sandwich was delish. Of course the beer.

    (3)

  • E C.

    This is my third visit this season and every meal has been great. Last night the DFH burger was incomparable. The other guests had the turkey burger and salmon sandwich and the reviews were stellar. I might have to try the waffles and chicken for my last visit of this season. I noticed a table of 8 brought cards against humanity to kill the time. There is a bit of a wait to be seated and served the meal, but it is worth it. Great pub food for the money!

    (4)

  • Andrew W.

    Went here for lunch with a group of guys. I was happy to see that they didn't lean on their name as a beer maker when putting this place together. Good service, really good food, modestly priced, and, of course, good beer list. Highly recommend for a laid back meal.

    (4)

  • Karla A.

    Sat outside on uncomfortable bar stools and was devoured by a herd of starving mosquito. Service was good but my steak was well done when I ordered medium rare. That was a bit if a turn off. If you are planning a visit here, bring bug spray and apply it liberally!!

    (3)

  • Elsa M.

    I am not a big beer drinker and neither is my hubby, so I was surprised he picked this place for lunch while we were visiting Rehoboth. Once I saw the menu, however, I totally understood. Each item reads like an artistic concoction of goodness, however, upon delivery, it all fell a bit short in my opinion. Take the Short rib cheese fries for instance. Good, but not crazy... definitely way more "cheese" than "short rib." I got the lamb sliders as well and, while they were ok, they were terribly under-seasoned, so much so that even the tzatziki wasn't enough to save them from anything more than an average rating. My husband's grilled cod and quinoa was good to him, so that's something. He also really appreciated having quinoa as an option. If you are a big beer drinker, stop on in and pull up a seat. If not, you'll be fine with the menu - just make sure you have some salt or something handy. Not a bad lunch option all in all, but could be better for sure.

    (3)

  • Breezy L.

    Was already a huge fan of their beer but the food was also fantastic! Our table tried the scrapple burger, the DFH pub burger, and an assortment of pizzas. My only comment (not complaint!) is that their food menu really sticks to their "off-centered" motto. Ie. Not your typical pub menu with the standard burger and chicken sandwich; all menu items are made with a serious variety of ingredients. Highly recommended! Ps. Plan to wait for your table, but enjoy some beers at the indoor or outdoor bar while you do!

    (5)

  • Tiffany C.

    Overall this place was great. A fun little place in RB. Food was good. Beers were great. Service was good. Menu was good. The wood fire taste wasn't my favorite, but that's my personal opinion, and my sandwich was awesome regardless. My hubby loved it. My one "gripe" would be that it's a bar. And it's loud and people are drinking so why are small babies alllll over the place. I dunno call me old fashioned but when I'm hanging out having beers with friends at 9pm on a Thursday I don't wanna have to watch what I say and do because some moron has their 1 year old and 3 year old at the bar. Not the restaurants fault just bad parenting.

    (5)

  • Julie W.

    This was the whole reason for our trip to Rehobeth. Very nice atmosphere, beer great as always (nice to have it on tap instead of bottled here in PA), food was wonderful. Attentive servers. Fun place to watch the Kentucky Derby on our 10 year wedding anniversary.

    (4)

  • Casey C.

    Great place. Food service and of course beer. Place is always busy. The entire time I was here.

    (5)

  • Erin G.

    I was expecting a lot from this pub because their beer is good. I was not impressed by the food. We got the smoked wings as an appetizer. They had a good flavor but were overly salty. The goat cheese ranch that came with it was the best part if the night. I ordered the turkey club burger. It was a turkey burger with avocado, bacon, tomato, lettuce, onion, and a cilantro aioli. I love aioli. This aioli was sickening salty and disgusting. The bacon on the burger was also way too salty. I could only eat 3/4 the dinner because of how salty it was. I know they want people to buy drinks, but making food this salty is ridiculous. I also ordered the coleslaw. When the coleslaw came, I realized it was not coleslaw but vegetable slaw and they were advertising it as "coleslaw". I eat coleslaw everywhere. I know what coleslaw is supposed to be. This vegetable slaw had red peppers and onions in it along with cabbage. It was all pickled and spiced. This is not coleslaw. It makes it even worse that my stomach hates onions. There were also onions stuffed in the turkey burger. My hopes of this place were crushed today.

    (3)

  • Corey P.

    Awesome experience! Great food. Great server, Lauren couldn't have been more helpful with our twin boys. We had the fifty grand pizza, pretzel bits and chickpea falafel. Everything was great!

    (4)

  • Patti N.

    Great spot any day of the week especially during the week for locals. Staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. The roasted wings and goat cheese ranch is excellent.

    (5)

  • Donna F.

    Loved this place, fun lively ambience & delicious beer-inspired menu. The pretzel bites were sooo yummy and my fish & chips were as good as any I've had in England, fresh & crispy & served with traditional malt vinegar. Cabbage slaw salad was fabulous with an original zing. Can't wait to go back.

    (5)

  • Keke R.

    Had gift card for 3 years before deciding to use (was little concerned it would be frat boys and screeching girls, but it really was all stripes - gay, straight - around lunchtime including large families w kids). Fast, efficient service by Courtney. Excellent lobster roll special and build your own burger. Peach ipa was great. No other beer tried; its was barely past noon people! Best of all: meal cost 50 cents with the gift card!

    (5)

  • Matt E.

    Had a very good dinner for four plus two kids here. Excellent beer on tap of course, but the food was also great. There were at least four or five things I really wanted to try, but settled on the Waffle and Fried Chicken sandwich with sriracha maple syrup. Somewhat hard to eat as a sandwich but it was really good. I also had some of the fish and chips and that was also very good. Service was excellent. Highly recommended, I'll be coming back again.

    (5)

  • Diana E.

    We love this place. Great atmosphere, good food, wide selection of good beer. A nice place to take company visiting from out of town for a taste of Rehoboth.

    (5)

  • M K.

    Their beers are excellent - unique and particular, but definitely worth trying! Place is busy on the weekends!

    (4)

  • Molly G.

    My favorite spot in Dewey and Rehoboth. Never a bad meal or a bad beer! Namaste and Positive Contact are two refreshing summer favorites. Love the Happy Non-conformist. Very kid friendly. Advise going early (before 5pm) for dinner and during the week to avoid weekend crowds.

    (5)

  • Chris J.

    I was a bit hesitant about coming here at first because I was not in a beer mood. Now, their beers are solid, but the night I visited I was craving a drink that was more substantial. Upon seeing the menu, I realized that they brew their own vodka and have some unique and tasty vodka infusions. In particular, I was beyond impressed with the pickle brine infused vodka. It was amazing and would be great as a shot or in a Bloody Mary. The food was also top notch. The fried pickle appetizer was ridiculously flavorful and generous, plus it was served piping hot. The meatloaf entree was delicious. The beer used in the gravy came through perfectly, and the potato salad was bright, flavorful, and surprisingly fresh tasting. I also had the fish tacos, which are a generous portion, but they did not stand out as amazing and were a little bland- Rehoboth has far better options for fish tacos. Finally, the service was on point. Our waitress was knowledgeable and friendly. She was efficient but also stopped for conversation and seemed to actually enjoy waiting on us. She even let me sample some vodka infusions. Overall, this place has it all going for you, so know that a wait for a table here is worth it.

    (5)

  • Tim B.

    The beer is truly word class, among the best in the U.S. However, after years of this being a favorite the food has really declined. The menu is now one page and basically just standard average pub/bar quality and variety. Service is still wonderful: fast and friendly. You can usually find a spot to squeeze at the bar while waiting and they generally offer to text you when your table is ready so that you do not have to just sit around. However, in recent years the staff seems to have taken on a lot of non-beer people. It's a little disappointing to have a servers and bartenders simply point you to the two sentence menu description when inquiring about the beers. Beer of this caliber is better served by some one who at least pretends to care and have a little something to say about it.

    (3)

  • Jenn M.

    We really liked this place! Came here to try their pizza with crab on it (it's called Fifth Column on the menu). My bf wanted pizza and I wanted seafood when we were trying to decide where to eat. Our search landed us here and we were glad we came! The pizza was surprisingly good! I never had crab on a pizza before and I'm glad our first time didn't disappoint us. It's about a 10 inch pizza with 6 slices. Good to share between two people or one really hungry person! For a busy Saturday afternoon, the wait wasn't too long. We sat upstairs. They have a nice bar area downstairs. We also tried their beer, Namaste, which is similar to Hefeweizen. It was great. We saw plates of burgers and fish & chips go by us and they looked equally as good. Great food and beer! You have to come here!

    (5)

  • Vicky D.

    Great food in a fun atmosphere. We came here after touring the brewery in Milton and decided we had to try some of the beers only served at the brewpub. Got the Gose in the Dark which is a unique beer brewed with salt. Very interesting but not something I could drink all night. For appetizers I shared the calamari which was lightly breaded and came with a sweet Thai chili sauce. Yum! Our friends got loaded fries which were AMAZING! I got beer battered (duh) fish and chips which were very good and came with a beer vinaigrette slaw. I don't like coleslaw made with mayonnaise so this was refreshing, and the acidity helped cut the richness of the battered fish. It came with a yummy ranch which I think was made with feta. The fries were pretty standard. I had a chicory stout with my meal which was very good. Most of our party got pizzas, including the Alpine Idyll and the Fifth Column which has crab and asparagus. Everyone seemed to like their food and we shared some churros for dessert. The churros themselves weren't that great, but they come with 3 dipping sauces: chocolate, nutmeg xream, and Ancho honey. The Ancho chili honey was definitely the best. Overall I enjoyed the food and the creativity that goes into cooking with their beer. I wouldn't go out of my way to come here again but I'd absolutely recommend to anyone visiting the area, especially beer fans. This experience was definitely enhanced by doing the brewery tour first.

    (4)

  • Sean P.

    We rocked all the 9" pizzas at our table and shared with each other. I liked the Simple Enquiry the best... Mozzarella and tomatoes were tasty! My Alpine Idyll was a shroom and prosciutto delight as well. Beers were enjoyable, I like my Brown Indian Ale! Our waitress, Kat, was outstanding!

    (5)

  • Rachel R.

    Disappointed. Restaurant is equal to a Friendlys in food quality, decor, and service. 1 star food. 4 star beer. At least 5 beers were "just out" leaving about 15 on tap. Preztle bits were awful. Werent even preztles but mini biscuits with mediocre at best sauces. Mini biscuits werent even good. Pizza... the worse pizza ive ever had in a restaurant. Equal to defrosted microwave pizza. About 8" which isnt big enough to share. Save yourself. Dont eat here. Just sit at the bar with a beer and if bar is full - Leave. Comon Dogfish. I thought you were cooler than this.

    (2)

  • Joseph T.

    I had high expectations for a brew pub affiliated with Dogfish Head, and this pub certainly met my expectations. The selection of beer is incredible. So many brews from Dogfish that I've never heard of including seasonals and brew pub exclusives. I opted for the Firefly Ale and the Aprinaut. The Firefly was subtle and easily drinkable. The Aprinaut was quite sour with distinguishable apricot overtones. We also indulged in some pub food. The cheese fries and fried calamari were both delicious. This brew pub is a must stop for anyone visiting the area!

    (4)

  • Sabrina K.

    Third experience here with a group of 10 people and all have been great. Our group tends to eat later, so we go around 8pm when the crowds die down (seems to be the way to go in Rehoboth... eat a late lunch to wait out the 5-6pm dinner rush!). I am not a huge beer person so I cannot vouch for their brews, but the food here is great. I have had their salads, unique pizzas and BBQ ribs on my separate visits. The ribs are amaaaazing, the meat falls off the bone easily. This place definitely won't serve you bland food and is fairly affordable. It can get loud inside so it is more of a place to go with friends or family.

    (4)

  • Christopher M.

    About half an hour away from the brewery in Milton, this brewpub is totally worth the drive. This place is everything a brewpub should be: - Awesome, hard to find beers served by knowledgeable people - Great food, in particular the pizzas which are made from beer yeast - A good sized place. It was very crowded when we were here, but there was plenty of room for everyone I'm not sure when (or if) we'll ever be in Delaware again but you can bet a trip to the Dogfish Head Brewpub will be in order. 235/365

    (5)

  • Mike S.

    Food was very good, although you won't mistake the place for a gourmet restaurant. But the highlight was the beer (obviously). Great variety, tasty stuff, and the staff knew the selection well and did a great job of walking me through the choices. Also my wife has a difficult food allergy (dairy and soy) and they were extremely accommodating

    (5)

  • Adina W.

    We got there really early, so lucky for us we only waited a few minutes. Thank god, because if I had waited any longer for the mediocre food, I would be upset. The beer was great as well as the service but the food was a pretty big disappointment. It's the beach, I don't expect fabulous food but feel a little mislead by all the glowing reviews. Sorry to be the Debby downer here, just don't set your standards too high for this place.

    (2)

  • Sarah B.

    I believe that this restaurant is geared more towards the beer than the food. I felt that the food was passable and the beer was great. They have some specialty spirits as well that they distill at their brewery (which we had toured earlier that day). The wait on a Saturday was over an hour, it's a pretty popular tourist spot in the Rehoboth Beach area. We had just some sandwiches, a burger and a salad. Pretty basic stuff. It wasn't bad, it wasn't outstanding. Better than dive food but not 5 star. I recommend instead of the brew pub to stop by the brewery itself. Get yourself some tastings and brats there.

    (3)

  • P. Cleo S.

    The service and food were excellent. It also was nice to the pocketbook.

    (4)

  • Thaddeus K.

    Food is always very good, staff is great and of course the beer is great. I love the brewpub exclusive beers, always my favorite over their normal line up. "session is the new black" and "squall" are the two that stand out for me.

    (5)

  • Andrew C.

    I have to admit, this was probably the best dining experience I had here in the past 5 years (I've dined here a half dozen times or more) so this 4 star review might me slightly partial. First and foremost, the beer is just phenomenal. They are truly quality "craft micro brewers." We've taken the tour in Milton before on how they make their beers which was cool, but not a necessity IMO. I am a hoppy beer guy and they just do their IPAs so so so so right. The 60 Minute IPA is good, the 90 minute IPA is great, the 120 minute IPA is just phenomenal (especially on draft which I was able to get at the brew pub the night I went. Other honorable mentions are the Burton Baton and the World Wide Stout (very rare, but get it if you can). Overall, I'm very happy with the IPA selection, but personally could do without their funkier fruity beers. You can get samples in flights of 5 (4 oz) pours, which is great if you want to try a variety of beers without making a commitment to one specific beer. The night I went they even had the very rare 75 minute IPA on cask/hand pump which was awesome. The food and service were always the weakest part of our previous experiences, but this time was just totally different. We had the Truffled Honey Mustard Wings ($9) for an appetizer which we're pretty good. For dinner, I ordered the The Indulgence Burger for $12 which truly is an indulgence! I try not to eat food this bad for me (even on the weekend) but when on vacation, what the hell right! This thing was loaded, with the following menu description: Piled high with Wisconsin yellow cheddar, bacon stuffed onion ring, more cheese and served with fresh-cut fries. I rest my case, just amazing! The wife kept it simple and ordered chicken fingers and fries. Everything was great, and the service was spot on. Combine that with the great beers and I couldn't have asked for a better dining experience. We will definitely be back the next time we're in Rehoboth.

    (4)

  • Chris W.

    Definitely one of my favorite Breweries. Try a flight and anything on the menu. You will not be disappointed.

    (5)

  • William M.

    Good atmosphere. Amazing beers on draft - of course! It's about a 15 minute walk from the beach - would highly recommend doing that as opposed to driving, since parking can be tough during the summer. Also, since the wait can be lengthy, go a little early for dinner or late for lunch. We had a group of six on a Saturday but because we went at 430 there was no wait. When we were leaving there was a line out the door. Pizzas are good! My friends who ordered the burgers/fries really enjoyed those as well.

    (4)

  • Adrienne M.

    I love the food at Dogfish. Husband loves the beer. Best of both worlds. We stayed at a condo nearby (literally, the condo right behind Dogfish. Please close your dumpster so the gulls don't wake us up next time!) and it was great to order takeout food for the parents to enjoy while serving our kids the same ol' same ol' at the condo. Take out was packaged well and was hot and delicious at home. We have dined in before and the service is always quick and friendly.

    (5)

  • Linda G.

    Hubby and I stopped in on our way to Ocean City, MD last weekend. We were just stopping in for a quick bite and beer, but the bar was packed. We let the hostess know that we could wait for bar space, and with that a couple, who was getting ready to leave offered up their seats (WOW - we're not in NJ anymore! LOL) the bartender brought us food menus and we asked about their beer flights - we could have 5 4-ounce pours of whichever beers we wanted - and he brought us a 'dry erase' paper/marker for us to note our 5 selections on. The other bartender, who introduced himself as Noah, asked our names, and then introduced the other bartender, Phil, as he began pouring our tasty flights o' beer. Our food order consisted of a cup of the crab chowder for me and the crabcake sandwich for the hubs. Our flights were the same 4 'specialty, brewery only beers' - Beer for breakfast (which is made with leftovers from other beers - and was absolutely fantastic - apparently their best seller, when they can keep it in stock!), Czech function, Brewdolphs holiday and black lodge -mostly stouts/porters - my 5th beer was the Raison d'etre, with a good hint of raisin flavorings, and my husband ordered the chicory stout, which seemed a little more watery... We were very happy with all of our beer selections, and definitely with our food. The crab chowder was loaded with crab, thick and creamy and tasty, with a side of oyster crackers. The crabcake sandwich was filled with more crab than filler (huge plus!), but the bun could have been a little more 'sturdy' - it got a little thin and soggy in the middle from the juice of the burger. There was an amazing sauce on the side that I dipped half of his fries into because I couldn't get enough of it (I can't get on the website to see what it consisted of, but lord knows, I WILL find out!) Both meals and the 2 flights plus tip, were around $50 - fairly standard. The bartenders were very friendly and accommodating - the restaurant is large and can probably get very loud since it's a large open room (there is an upstairs with table seating, but we didn't venture up there) - and the bathrooms are clean and in working order, which is always a good thing. I would recommend, if you like beer, and you like good fresh food, and are heading through Delaware, take a side trip to Dogfish head Brewpub and say 'HI'!

    (5)

  • Lindsay B.

    Great beer, great food. We were a large group (around 8) and they were very accommodating. Sitting outside in the sunshine was a wonderful way to spend some time. The burgers were juicy and the bacon chocolate cheesecake was the perfect ending.

    (5)

  • Michael B.

    Part of the PA, NY, DE Holy Trinity of brewpubs. The "Hopinator" on their 90 minute IPA. DONE. (Food is excellent also, wish I could remember it... )

    (5)

  • Joseph J.

    Service is astonishing. Waited for 15 mins, then was texted when table was ready. Very upbeat, knowledgable, fun staff. Food is very tasty! Try the Greek Falolfel. Their fried chili Calamari was also VERY good (wasn't sure what to expect on this one). And their beer...well we all know that's amazing..They have some rarities that are only on tap at that pub.

    (5)

  • Bailey M.

    I had the best veggie burger of my life at this restaurant. Typically, restaurants just threw a Boca burger at you but this burger was handcrafted. Not only that but it was handcrafted perfectly with corn and black beans and just the right amount of spice! Seriously felt like I was dying and gone to heaven. Got it with provolone, lettuce and onions with side of fries. Our appetizer was the fried pickles. Had pickles for the first time in my life and thoroughly enjoyed them! Perfectly battered and fried. Would eat that burger every day of my life!

    (5)

  • Amanda P.

    Best tasting/most creative craft beer on the East coast, arguably in the world! Who would think mixing chocolate and lobster for beer could be such a delectable concept. Unique and def a one of a kind place.

    (5)

  • Carrie M.

    We were in town for the Rehoboth Beach Marathon. We waited for the chaos to dwindle and decided to visit Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats on Sunday. What a delightful visit. The establishment is warm and friendly. The menu is that of a 'gastropub,' with creative tastes and fresh ingredients. We ordered the fried pickles for a starter, and they were delicious. Our son ordered the corn-dog. He was delighted by crayons and a really cool activity sheet when we arrived. Would definitely visit again. Probably gets really busy, so lunch when the open is the best plan of action!

    (5)

  • Matt S.

    Awesome place! Was down at the beach for the weekend and had to make my first trip to the brewpub. 120 minute is great! Crabcake sandwich was good. I'm definitely going back whenever I'm in the area.

    (5)

  • Jesse P.

    First off... best beer in the world! Friendly, competent staff... some serious eats for a "dive" bar.

    (4)

  • Roger W.

    I came here for lunch, and I was completely delighted. Fried pickles with a mustard sauce, hand cut fries, and a (more than adequate) burger that could have clogged a wood chipper (no Tony Soprano). And, of course, all the booze. My god! It's like a playground for alcoholics! Delicious handcrafted brews, and did you know Dogfish doesn't just brew, but they distill? It's true! They make their own gin, rum, vodka and more! And if that weren't enough, they actually sell it downstairs! Holy shit! So when you're in Rehoboth Beach with a serious hunger and thirst, and you've got some money burning a hole in your pocket, go here.

    (4)

  • Jason V.

    Yummy yummy dogfish head. The food is creative and very delicious. Been here several times. 90 minute IPA is my favorite.

    (4)

  • Kim B.

    I'll start this review by saying that hubby and I didn't choose too dine at Dogfish this evening because of the beers, although I'm sure they're amazing, we came because we brought our golden retriever with us to Dewey/Rehoboth and Dogfish is as pet friendly as they come. We were seated right away at a tall table on the patio, complete with a bowl of ice cold water for Riley, our golden. I'd been in the mood for a burger all day and wouldn't ya know it, they were on special tonight. I had checked out the menu online before we got there so I already knew I wanted to try the DFH Pub Burger, simply because the red onion marmalade sounded delicious. Our server, Tim, was awesome, even took the time to introduce himself to Riley, who judging by his rapidly wagging tail, seemed to feel the same way. I asked Tim about the DFH burger and he quickly shared that it was his favorite menu item so it was decided. We started with the crab and corn chowder, it was the perfect blend of crabmeat and sweet corn, quite filling actually so hubby and i were glad we had decided to share a cup. Our meals arrived about 5 minutes after we finished our soup, perfectly timed. My burger was cooked perfectly, delicately charred on the outside, tender and juicy inside. I usually slather my burgers with ketchup, mustard, bbq sauce, you name it, but the red onion marmalade was all I needed, it's sweetness the perfect contradiction to the rich burger and the Brooklyn Brine-Hop Pickles completed the perfection. Hubby ordered the crabcake sandwich, he didn't share even a bite because he enjoyed it so much, and was really impressed with the Hop-Pickle tartar sauce, dipping every last fry into it after he finished his crabcake. As we were leaving a band was about to go on and the atmosphere inside the restaurant felt like a favorite, neighborhood pub where all the locals hang out. That's exactly the type of place we look for when on vacation and we will most definitely be back.

    (5)

  • Ryan ..

    The atmosphere is phenomenal. Very friendly, courteous, and knowledgable staff. The beer and food selection was very good. Our server recommended the pizza, which wasnt anything special. However, he made up for it with his phenomenal customer service and beer knowledge. Will be visiting again!

    (4)

  • Robbie B.

    Just want to start off by saying the food is amazing, but we went twice on our vacation and both times the service was slow. The first time the server didn't offer us the dessert that comes with the kids menu and we didn't even realize it came with one until our second visit. Our second visit we didn't get straws until after our appetizers came out. Speaking of appetizers, we got no plates with them. When it was time to order dessert our waitress dropped the check without asking if we wanted any and again didn't even mention the kids dessert. Love the food but the service has got to get better. Maybe they are just so busy they don't care about the service? Most restaurants have management walk around and chat with guests, I never saw that happen at either visit which implies to me they probably don't care about the guest experience. I used to wait tables and worked retail so of course I'm all about customer service.

    (3)

  • Sami S.

    I mean....Dogfish head is everything. The end.

    (5)

  • rob p.

    Walked up there tonight (Sunday, August 9th 2015 8:30). The place was half empty with all the tables in the middle section empty. Only one person appeared to be waiting on the tables. We asked the front staff (2 giggling young girls) how long the wait would be - they said 20-25 minutes. I pointed out all the empty tables and asked if they were sure. "Oh yes, we are sure..." was their unison response with a large dollop of attitude on top. So we went to the bar and watched a party of four walk right in behind us and were seated immediately. We walked out, crossed over the road to Cultured Pearl and received outstanding service and excellent food. We had eaten at Dogfish before and it was Ok, but nothing like the treat that awaited us at the cultured pearl. In the end the two kids manning the front desk really did us a favor. My advice- avoid Dogfish if you care about service and attitude. I would also recommend the owners take a look at the little kids manning the front station. That's your face to the world, is it wise to have a couple of giggling brats up front?

    (1)

  • Jim P.

    We ordered typical bar food and it was excellent. We also had the pita with mozzarella and spinach appetizer and chicken wings. Both were very good. Also the beer choices were of course plentiful and tasty.

    (5)

  • Dan H.

    The food here is really just as good as the beer is. (And of course I went for the beer, because I love Dog Fish, and often don't expect much out of the food at brew pubs, but was totally proven wrong here). I had the Orecchiette Pasta with Greek Feta Sausage, which really is fabulous. Great depth of flavor in the sausage, and a big portion - I'm a big eater so I finished it but any normal eater would likely enjoy leftovers at home. My wife had the Alpine Idyll pizza - the mushrooms on this, sauteed in the 60 Minute IPA, are incredible. A really really good pizza. We started with the pretzel bites which are made with spent grain from brewing - delicious, but what really makes this is the two sauces they serve with it. Really tasty. Great service too on our first visit - really nothing disappointing here at all.

    (5)

  • Michael B.

    TOURIST TRAP!!! You were warned. We were a couple of 2. The waitress forgot our Soup Order, we orded Cheese Fries that were pictured on Yelp, but got Duck Poutine. we questined it and were told that is the Cheese Fries. But we asked another waitress and she told me poutine and cheese fries were different. We were seated before a table of 6 and placed our order before them but got our food 15 minutes after them and with the forementioned problems. The fish tacos were average at best, the pizza wan't tasty at all but the 60 Minute I drank was just as good there as it is on my couch. My advice, stay away from this tourist trap unless you like waiting for sub-par food just to check in there on FB so you look cool to your freinds.

    (2)

  • Walter H.

    Came to the brewpub after an afternoon with my wife at the Dogfish Brewery. Excellent decision. The shrimp and grits were simply amazing. For dessert I took home a bacon chocolate cheesecake that was absolute heaven. I love that each menu item has one of the beers they brew as a main ingredient. And the staff was exceptional that seated and served us. A must visit if you are in Rehoboth.

    (5)

  • Megan S.

    Dogfish Head! A Rehoboth Beach staple! I love getting a cocktail from the bar (and more recently a gluten free Tweasonale) when I'm visiting the beach. I had dinner there recently and found the menu difficult to naviagate on a gluten free diet. The waitress was helpful - it seemed obvious that I wasn't the first celiac to cross her path. But too much of the menu was deep fried or had beer added to the recipe for me to eat there successfully. I ordered the steak with a side of vegetables (since I couldn't eat the fries.) I hope their success with Tweasonale shows Dogfish Head that there is a big market for gluten-free products and they both continue with GF brewing and tweak their menu (and cooking practices) to open up their food to us gluten free folk.

    (4)

  • alex b.

    I was astounded and delighted. We arrived, and were given a 45 minute wait. Once seated, our waitress attended to our every need. To be honest, this waitress was the best waitress (or waiter) I have ever had. The service here is exceptional, and the wait was entirely worth it. To start, my boyfriend and I ordered the pretzel bites with 60 minute IPA mustard and white cheddar sauce, so freaking good. I ordered the beer battered fish and chips and he ordered a veggie burger. Both were nothing short of delicious. Every part of the meal was spot on. We shared a 90 minute IPA that complemented the meal wonderfully. Reasonably priced for the delicious food and service. There is no other place in Rehoboth that is as good as Dogfish. We will return soon.

    (5)

  • J P.

    Good beer. Horrible food for anyone with an educated palate. There are much better options for your money in Rehoboth. Worst French Fries ever!

    (2)

  • Laura H.

    My boyfriend and I are huge dogfish head beer fans and planned to do a brewery tour/ beach day on our way traveling from DC to NYC. The tour was awesome and we then planned to eat at the actual restaurant afterwards. There was no wait to sit outside and it was a beautiful day so we opted for that. Loved the garden like atmosphere. We each did a sampler platter of the beer- my favorite being the Midas touch. We split the lamb sliders and the short rib fries. The goat cheese tzatziki on the sliders was delicious and the lamb seasoned with cumin was cooked nicely. There were three to an order. The short rib fries had a white cheddar ale sauce on them and it was a heaping portion with lots of meat, which was very good. Several of the desserts sounded delicious but we were too full. Out service was quick and efficient with no issues. Id highly recommend visiting if in the rehoboth beach area and enjoy craft brew

    (4)

  • Maeve M.

    Really good fish and chips, salmon sandwich, turkey club, french fries,indulgence burger. Pizza is decent. Loved the dijon potato salad as well. Beer is always great- so many different ones that depend on your taste. Definitely worth going! Fun atmosphere too. Like sitting on the main floor.

    (4)

  • Ted C.

    If you're going to be in Delaware you might as well go to Dogfish Head. I didn't even know Delaware had a beach or anything other than DFH. So, I did my requisite playing in the ocean and the hightailed it over to Rehoboath Ave to try it. I was told by that it would be busy and it was. Fortunately their side patio has some seats open so my buddy and I sat there. I ordered the Iron Horse, which they only serve there. Interesting, a little too much carbonation. I also had the 61 which was an interesting mix. Our server, Renn was as awesome as how he described Burton Baton. He let us have our space, but was always around, came to check up on us often and when he accidentally spilled a bit of my beer (not a lot, like a bad pour) and brought me another one. We also had the hummus which had the DFH logo on it, it was okay. The cheese plate was also okay. But why are you going here for food? I know it says Brewing & Eats but brewing, man!! Eat outside, hopefully Renn will be there and just drink, especially since they have their own spirits now as well.

    (4)

  • M H.

    Great place for family Dinner. Cesar salad with Salmon, Pizza and Burgers were outstanding...and the 60 minute IPA was second to none. Free parking in the lot next door. Well worth the wait.

    (5)

  • mui d.

    Fish and chips were yummy. Nice bar with good options. Comfort food, crab cake sandwich was a huge disappointment, it was more paste than cake. Cheery bread pudding was decent. Would come back if in town...

    (3)

  • Nicole W.

    The food was surprisingly good. Whole spears of fried pickles with a nice beer mustard sauce, OK fries, HUGE burger, and a unique, but delicious, salmon sandwich. I've seen a few people complain about the pizza size, but they are clearly priced (and meant) to be personal pizzas.. I'm really not a beer drinker, so I used the opportunity to try the Midas brew some of my friends told me about. I liked it, but I'll stick to wine and cider for my alcohols of choice.

    (4)

  • Greg N.

    Stopped in on labor day 2014 for some lunch and beers. Admittedly I had fairly high expectations for the dogfish Head brewpub as I've heard a lot of great things about it. Ordered a flight of beer samplers (90 min, sixty one, namaste, chicory stout and owls- the brewpub exclusive) . The beer was what I've come to expect of dogfish Head , I liked 3 of the 5 I tasted and found the remaining two interesting but not something I would order a pint of. The food was the real disappointment. Ordered the spent grain pretzel bites as an appetizer and a pizza (red sauce, onions, basil) to split as the main meal. The pretzel bites were more like mini biscuits than pretzels. When the pizza came out we were equally disappointed. It was small even by pub pizza standards (maybe 8") and a mound of congealed cheese and soggy onions topped it off. We did not finish the pizza, and decided to find food further down the boardwalk. Didn't spend much time at the bar, but it looked pretty full, as for the rest of the restaurant, I expected more from one of the nations leading craft brewers, everything looked kind of old and run down. For what its worth the service was pretty good. As another reviewer mentioned, the bathroom was about 100 degrees.

    (2)

  • Brian C.

    Bad food. Bad service. Bad beer. Sorry dogfish, but you guys should just stick with the brewery and leave the food to the rest. I love Dogfish beer in the bottle. I regularly buy the 90 and 120 minute and I also love the Burton Baton. I tried beer after beer at this place trying desperately to love it as much as I do when I drink it out of the bottle. Every beer I had sucked. It's like they have to be had from the bottle. Next is the service...slow and inattentive. The food is thrown together and lacks flavor. This is basically a tourist trap. Don't fall. There's fifty restaurants around this place that kill it every day. It's basically a huge bar with very cramped seating. I also do not see the appeal of this place for families. It's a bar! Whatever. I won't be back. I gave this place two tries before giving up. I'll stick with the beer, but I'll buy it from the liquor store.

    (1)

  • Jeremy W.

    Outstanding food, great local brewed beer and fantastic service, and they are dog friendly. Could not have asked for a better experience. The calamari was done with finesse and expertise, tender and flavorful. The indulgence burger was slightly intimidating at first but was beyond delicious. If in season try the pumpkin beer, truly great and pairs great with the burger. You can also bring your furry friend with you and sit on the patio, where they have water bowls for pup and treats if you are ok with it.

    (5)

  • Kyle S.

    Great food, good atmosphere, good service. We came here after touring Dogfish Head Brewery. A little intoxicated the first time but had the meatloaf sandwich on advice from friend. It tasted glorious and we returned next day (sober) to some fried pickle spears and burgers. My buddy got the salmon burger-top notch. Upstairs seating is quieter and feels more like a restaurant. There is also a souvenir stand to purchase/ re-fill your growlers. I'd suggest asking for seating downstairs if want to gain the full experience. Overall it was excellent! :)

    (5)

  • Matt T.

    Great selection of Dogfish Beers including ones you can't get outside of the brewpub...the food was excellent. We ate there twice that weekend. First, my burger that I ordered medium came out medium...something that almost never happens in restaurants. The second was a steak that was cooked perfectly as well. Great job all around and our service was spot on.

    (5)

  • Heather R.

    Their menu is VERY limited. They should bring their old menu back! Waitress told us they had to "slim" it down because people couldn't decide what they wanted to eat. Needless to say we drank 1 beer and headed elsewhere for food...we like a selection of food to choose from!

    (2)

  • Talia A.

    Dogfish head was so dissapointing. The food is essentially inedible. Go for the beer, it's good, and the brewpub exclusives are nice. The food is just awful. The kids pizza was tasteless and that's hard to achieve. I ordered a tuna special which I was never warned was so spicy I was still in pain the next day. And I really like spicy food! Maybe if you stick to a burger and beer it's ok, but don't order anything else.

    (1)

  • Jill M.

    This place gets 5 stars from me every time! Came in tonight with two friends who had never had the DFH experience and we're all in love! Mike served up a great PG-13 for my good friend and provided excellent descriptions on the beer for my other friend! Pat and Phil were just as nice as they always are. I love bringing my out of town friends here. Happy holidays to all!

    (5)

  • Dave V.

    I'll come out of the gate and say that my night here started pretty poorly. In spite of that, they still get a 4 in my book. These guys make great beer. Went here on a Sunday evening. After some beers on the beach earlier and the 30 min drive up from OC, the number one priority was the restroom. After standing there waiting for 10 minutes while 2 dudes did whatever the hell they were doing in there, I finally had to bust in on them and it almost got me into a fight with the 2 knuckle draggers. The only reason I'm mentioning this is in the hopes that one or both of these morons reads this. ITS A MENS ROOM DUDE. If you want to act like a couple of girls go to the freaking nail salon and then go purse shopping ... and next time you deal with a pissed off war veteran who has to pee ... I'd suggest a little more discretion. Your night almost ended poorly and abruptly. There ..... I feel better now. So back to the evening. Great beer, and the food was excellent. My daughter got the steak which she let me take a bit. Wow! One of the top 5 best bites of steak in my life. I'm super serial ..... I had the fish and chips which were deliciously unhealthy but hey, if you want to live forever you ear kale. Not fish and chips. So all in all, aside from a couple of clueless twits with zero situational awareness, I'd have to say it was a great place to grab a bite and try some good beer! Oh .... Dogfish Head ..... P.s. That bathroom was about 100 degrees. Might want to check that out.

    (4)

  • Sarah R.

    Excellent experience. I was drawn in by the beer, but I was won over by the quality of the food, and how vegetarian friendly it is. We had the falafel (crispy and delicious) and a veggie burger (much more than your standard frozen ones.) Every detail was nicely crafted and tasted great. I had one of the pub-only beers, the Black Lodge ( dogfish.com/brews-spirit… ) and it was phenomenal. Not too heavy but great flavor. I also took back to my boyfriend a small growler of the 120 Minute IPA ... much cheaper to do that than to buy a bottle in PA, but be careful. It's strong as.... well as strong as it gets.

    (4)

  • Matthew S.

    I just had one of, if not the best burgers in my life, DFH's Southern Burger. While the food may not always be a hit, the beer is. The wide and I were planning to spend the day at the beach, but we could turn for home (Philadelphia) after this lunch and I'd be more than happy with the trip. Service was good too, waitress checked for my wife's allergens and pescetarian needs too. 5 stars for sure.

    (5)

  • Lauren P.

    Dogfish Head is KIND OF amazing. 1) When you drink at the brewery, you get to try all the beers that are mostly kept local and that you can't find in New England (or really, outside of the DelMarVa area). 2) This also goes for their HARD LIQUOR, which I didn't realize they made. (I went to a local liquor store to buy the Dogfish Head Rum to bring back to Boston.) 3) The bartenders are friendly. My friend and I might have asked the bartender to take pictures of us after we'd already slammed a round of beer flights + more beer + vodka shots. 4) The food is great -- did not eat there this time, but ate lunch at the brewery after the Rehoboth Beach Marathon in December. Some other facts -- Their peanut butter flavored vodka is AMAZING. At first you're like... wait, that sounds gross. And then you drink a shot...two shots...? of it and you realize that it's delightful. The bartenders are good about giving you tastes of a beer or two if you're trying to decide, but I encourage you to do the beer flight. You can PICK YOUR OWN of what's available, and it was a great way for me to determine which ones I'd never drink again (the new peach brew) or would want to drink a ton of (surprisingly LOVED the sweet Chateau Jiahu). Dogfish Head beer is just... awesome. They have unique and interesting flavor combinations (like the spicy Theobroma that I didn't particularly enjoy, but someone behind me was raving about it). You really just have to stop in and enjoy the casual ambiance and the good brews!

    (5)

  • Steven I.

    Very neat atmosphere. We were very excited to try this place because one of my best friends wouldn't stop raving about how good the food is and the drinks. I personally love dogfish head brews and typically drink the 60 min IPA as my go-to draft beer. Unfortunately our first experience here was one we would like to forget. The restaurant itself was not that busy, but our waitress was still slow and worried about her cellphone more than us, as well as chatting it up with the other staff. We asked her for recommendations for drinks and she was rather clueless on what to try and push on us. It seemed like she didn't care and wanted to be elsewhere. It literally took us almost 15 minutes to get our drinks after we were seated, and as I said before they were not busy. She did however recommend the calamari, and we both were excited to try it. I also chose the Fish and Chips as my entree, and my girlfriend chose the steak. Here is where things started going south. Unfortunately we never received our calamari... which I was very surprised seeing as she RECOMMENDED IT. When we were almost half way done our meals, she finally made an appearance. We reminded her she forget the calamari and she nonchalantly said "Oh sorry I forgot". Didn't even bother to rush an order for us, but instead just went back to her chatting and cellphone. At the end of the meal she jokingly said "how about that calamari for dessert". At this point we both just wanted to leave. We got our check and left. This is very disheartening because we have a place in Rehoboth Beach that we own and tend to frequent. Was hoping this would be one of our go to spots, but if that server is still there, then definitely not.

    (2)

  • Tom F.

    Collectively, we orderd Rockfish tacos, pretzel bites and a Salmon sandwich. Accompanied by a few of the exclusive brews, and a couple of flagship beers, the visit was an excellent experience and I look forward to hitting the brewery next time I'm in Delaware.

    (3)

  • Linda F.

    I'm a big fan of Dogfish Head, but the restaurant is disappointing. Food, service and atmosphere are mediocre. The rarities seem like they're rare for a reason because I haven't tried one that I liked very much. The vodka is really excellent, so I recommend a mixed drink.

    (3)

  • David A.

    3.50 for a fresh as ever 60 minute IPA Is hard to beat. And it is pulling these three stars by itself. Service was good, too. So why the 3 stars? The crab cake was the worst I ever had, and I mean, we are directly next to the beach. I proceeded to come home and cook a crab cake to remember why I liked them afterwards. Yes, of course no brew pub will compare to a home cooked crab cake, but for $15 dollars, I want to taste crab, not a slew of sauces mixed with a ton of bread crumbs. It honestly felt like I was eating bread in between two slices of bread. There was hardly any crab. in this crab cake. Edit: 9-9-14: At first, I gave three starts but upon thinking of the crab cake the next day, and the price I paid, I must give 2. The crab cake was just That bad.

    (2)

  • Matt L.

    There are a lot of places to take a date or the family in RB but Dogfish Head always draws us back happily. No reservations, so got there 6ish on a Saturday night. 15 minute wait. (When we left around 7:30 the place was packed with a large crowd waiting outside, lesson learned). There's a side porch, a loud downstairs and a quieter upstairs. Get upstairs if you can. Was dining with my wifey and 2 daughters, 21 and 14. Had the Chickorey Beer - good dark tatse without being too overpowering, really nice finish. Daughter had Midas Touch, a bit sweet to my taste and watered down. Wifey had brown ale (just right of course). We all were hungry from the beach day and drifted to the angus beef burgers. So happy. Each one was done just right and had a great meaty taste to satisfy any carnivore. A bit smokey but just right. Fries - meh, need some salt or spice. Great food and beer, recommend highly.

    (4)

  • Lexi F.

    Come here every week for either burger night on Tuesdays or just out with friends and never disappointed. Love the atmosphere, prices, food, and service

    (5)

  • Laura F.

    I had previously been to another location and remember it being good so suggested we try this location. Four of the five of us ordered beer and they were all flavorful. Mine was the Indian Brown Ale and it was very tasty. My grandmother got a Manhattan and she said it was good (and she knows her Manhattans!). We shared a fried pickle for an appetizer. It was good. I ordered the roasted beef sandwich and it was pretty good, although the bread was a bit on the dry side. Fries were appropriately crispy. I also tried some of the crab cake and it was creamy & delicious. On the way out we stopped by the t-shirt stand and got some merchandise. The man at the register was very nice, funny, friendly, and helpful. If I were to only rate the food I would give it a 3/5 (pretty average, but great for the price), but the quality of the beer, service, and value for the price bring the rating to a 4/5.

    (4)

  • Judy B.

    Beer was good, food wasn't too bad ether.

    (4)

  • Melissa F.

    Yum! Yum! Yum!! We roadtripped the whole northeast and in my research I found Dogfish Head. I'd tried the beer years ago and knew we had to put it on the list of must do's. We weren't disappointed!!! The falafel was absolutely amazing!! The kids menu is all organic (love that). And of course the beer is pretty darn tasty too.

    (5)

  • Katrina C.

    We came here on a Friday night and were seated right away in the upstairs area. Our server was beyond friendly and personable and he helped us with recommendations for our meal. My boyfriend got the flip beer and really liked it, I got the hot apple cider, and if I didn't read the description and knew there was alcohol in it, I would never have known as you can't even taste it, I thoroughly enjoyed it! We each ordered a small salad, which were larger than we thought. Our entree was the simple enquiry pizza, which was a white pizza with homemade mozzarella, poached tomatoes, parmesan, garlic oil, and basil -it was cooked to perfection. The crust was perfectly crunchy, but not overcooked at all. Without a salad, the pizza would probably be good for a personal pizza, but having a salad, it was the perfect size to share. Our food came out quickly

    (5)

  • Alexandra H.

    Great beer, food & overall culture at dogfish head! Took the brewery tour the next day after dining and was happy to support such a wonderful craft brewery. Had "The Dogpile" aka spinach artichoke dip, wings and the Midas Touch beer= A+.

    (5)

  • Geo N.

    My go-to place for years. Friendly, tasty and fun whether with a crowd or solo at the bar, the variety of off-centered brews- 4 of which are always being tested on us Guinea pigs at the bar- always is a point of discussion. Sam's great attitude infuses the staff with just the right attitude. Food is good for bar food, but you come for the great hoppy beers, and good free music on weekend nights.

    (5)

  • Lora T.

    Amazing beers really great food. We got in right when they opened and it was immediate chaos everywhere. Our bartender (I think his name was Noah?) was running around like crazy. The service was incredible he was very attentive. I would definitely come back. We had the Alpine Idyll pizza and pretzel bites which were both very good.

    (5)

  • Scott P.

    Was excited to eat here as I really enjoy the Dogfish Head beers. I started off with a sampler as they had many Dogfish Head beers on tap I had never tried/seen before. It was nice to be able to try 5 beers for under 10 bucks. However the food was pretty miserable. Sandwiches were very bland and the fries were soggy. Come for the great beer, not so much the food.

    (2)

  • Jen G.

    Check this place out when you come to Rehoboth. Beers can be pricey but you are paying for quality. Also if you have a chance try the pickle vodka it's pretty amusing to say the least.

    (5)

  • Clarence J.

    This Dogfish Head has an outstanding selection of their amazing beers, as well as a huge selection of Dogfish Head liquors, which I haven't seen elsewhere. The menu is also a decent size, although it seemed much smaller to me than the more chain-ish Dogfish Head Alehouses I've been to. Another difference is that this one has more of a dive-bar feel than the others. (NOT that that's a bad thing! It's simply a difference.) Regardless, the food's very good, as are the prices -- in the care of the beers, they are $5-6 for the most part. There're plenty of the friendly, welcoming, efficient staff members around to keep things moving despite any crowds. The restaurant has a long bar and two floors of dining space, with everything in basic wood furnishings. There are three small tvs over the bar; compared to a few other places in Rehoboth Beach, this probably isn't the spot to be if you want to keep an eye on multiple games . . . or even on one particular game if you can't settle into a bar seat hours in advance or it's not one of the three games that's chosen for showing. Also, while having regular live music in the open downstairs area is great, having it amped despite the fully open, solid-walled, relatively small space means that it's ridiculously loud. (And for the record, many more people commented on this during the two nights I visited. Of all ages . . . or at least that's what my aging mind remembers!)

    (3)

  • Hillary T.

    Only reason this is getting only 4 stars is because it was cold and our server wasn't that attentive but it was 11 pm. Also the honey Dijon truffle wings were awful. But our waitress comped the wings and brought me a salad even though the kitchen had closed for entrees. However, my crab corn chowder was phenomenal!! I wanted more! My boyfriend had one of the steaks and is a professional cook and was ranting and raving about how good his steak was. He said he could taste the wood it was smoked in. He took some of my soup and put it on his steak and that was amazing too... We didn't drink since we had an eventful night the evening before, but the servers seem very knowledgable about their brews! Definitely a place we will be going back to. And there was live music on a Saturday and very loud that we couldn't even hear the hostess on the first floor, but on the second the music was at the perfect volume.

    (4)

  • Eddie W.

    Amazing. Every single damned thing. Best soup (watermelon gazpacho) I've had in years. Pizza was amazing, with an absolutely delicious combination of toppings I'd never have imagined would go together. Needless to say, their beers are to die for.

    (5)

  • Kathleen L.

    A really great place if you love Dogfish Head beers- my husband does, I do not. Great selection, although the three or four times I have been there they have run out of the types I wanted to try. The food is another story. It is terrible. Lackluster, unimaginative, and lower quality than any run of the mills Applebees or other chain restaurant eats. It is so sad because the beer and hand made spirits are so delicious. My advice? Have a few brews here, then head next door to Finbar. They have an extensive beer list, domestic, craft, imported, many selections on tap, and the food is some of the best at the beach.

    (3)

  • Maria M.

    After driving ~4hrs to DE from DC, my BF and I were itching for a few beers and some nom-tastic food. He recommended Dogfish Head, and I happily obliged. However, we were still an hour or so out once we had reached our dinner decision. Our boredom gave way, and I ended up downloading the menu and reading him the entire thing line by line (this is what happens when two food lovers go on a road trip together...) Once we arrived around 730pm, we were quickly seated at the high tops outside. He and I both loved the chill atmosphere of the place, and didn't mind sharing a long table with a few strangers. Our waitress, Star, was super sweet and attentive. She helped me pick two great beers - the Palo Santo Marron & the 75 Minute IPA. My BF and I went ham and split the following items: -Crab & Corn Chowder: So thick, so meaty, and so good! There are flavorful bits of bacon mixed into the soup which gives it a great smokey flavor. I definitely recommend getting a cup of this! -Namaste Chili Calamari: We order calamari anytime it's on the menu, and this was definitely one of our favorites! It was perfectly fried with a salty/spicy kick, and not at all chewy. It also came with an awesome chili sauce that we devoured. Yum! -Apline Idyll Pizza: The crust was very crunchy and made of corn rather than flour (I think), so it reminded me more of a pita chip than a cheese sponge. The ingredients sounded super tasty (mushrooms, chevre, balsamic, arugula, prosciutto) but it could have used more of a balsamic kick. The cheese was a bit overpowering. -Short Rib Sloppy Joe: Sweet and smokey shortrib. Simple, good, and no frills. It could have been a bit softer, but overall a tasty sandwich that I'd happily order again. After dinner, we bought a growler of the 75 Minute IPA, and a 6-pack each of the Indian Brown Ale and the Namaste. They also sell liquor, which I would have loved to try had I not just burned a hole in my wallet. Now I have a reason to come back!

    (4)

  • C H.

    Enjoyed several other Brew Houses so thought we would give this one a try. Food selection was limited and ordinary. Service was good despite the difficulty the servers had in getting to the tables with the bar crowd overflowing into the tables of diners.

    (3)

  • Scott J.

    If I died and went to heaven this is what it would look like. Sam would be St. Peter asking me what I did to belong inside, I would say "I belong here because I've attempted to drink every thing you ever made but you just kept making more!"

    (5)

  • Milan R.

    What can i say that hasn't been said already ? The parking situation sucks during peak season, the hostesses need to take up meditation or something to get off their cardboard faces and crack a smile once in a while. That apart Dogfish head brew and eat is a choice that you cannot go wrong with. And with the atlantic ocean 3 blocks down the street, Dogfish head has probably turned out to be the second most popular element of Rehoboth Beach,DE. Food : We tried the 'Dogpile', a veggie burger and a chicken breast burger. The dogpile is basically an oven baked pita plate with tons of cheese, artichoke and spinach spread and tomatoes. For $12, the quantity was sufficient to feed an army ! Crispy pita, flavorful artichoke spread and loads of melted cheese ! It was delicious even when microwaved the next day. The veggie burgers were as big as a labrador's head ! Usually, ordering a veggie burger means being served with a dry, weeks old frozen soy patty with no taste. But not here ! Dogfish head loves vegetarians ! The burger was juicy ( i finally know what my meat-eating friends mean when they describe a sandwich as "juicy!"), mild herbs and spices, soft and tender. The buns were moist,and the cheese top shelf ! Spouse got a chicken burger and was equally pleased with her breaded chicken breast with herbs. I tried a pint of 'My antonia' - a continuously hopped pilsner. Apart from the hoppy,floral and sweet honey smell, the taste was nothing to write home about. And probably the only down side about the entire dining experience, and ofcourse the rude hostess. **Serious TIP** : When i walked out of the restaurant, i found out that someone had hit the rear end of my parked car and had ran away. Upon inquiring with the meter-man, i found out there are atleast 2-3 such incidents every day on Rehoboth avenue alone during summer. And in almost all cases it is a hit-and-run. So now i am left with a damaged car which will cost me significant $$ to repair and higher premiums for no fault of mine. So if you are visiting Rehoboth Beach during summer, try and avoid the main avenue unless you want some jerk who cannot parallel park hit your car and run without leaving any details. There are ample parking available on cross roads, and $30 private parking for a full day. $30 seems a much better deal than getting your car wrecked !

    (4)

  • Chelsea R.

    "Go for the beer while your name is on a waiting list for dinner somewhere else." this is the advice we got from friends but we didn't listen. I did get an Iron horse, brew on tap yet to be bottled which was really good. However the food is completely disappointing. The battered pickle app was fairly good but the dipping sauce was way too strong to be paired with the already flavorful pickle. The crab and corn chowder was actually delicious, if I was to go back again I would order it. The crab cake burger was okay but not for the price it's sold at. I had the pub salad side which came out drenched in dressing, enough to pool at the bottom of the salad dish. The real issue was my dining partner's entree. He ordered fish and chips which came out with tiny inch long french fries that you couldn't pick up. They replaced them with slightly longer fries (2 inches or so) which still is a little strange. He finally bite into his fish and it was bitter. He asked for a medium temp. burger instead which they happily got for him except it came out extra well done. Fail. Our waitress was great but didn't even seem surprised at the quality of the food coming out of the kitchen. So the short of it: Take the advice we didn't , get a beer while waiting for your reservation elsewhere so you can enjoy your company and not be worrying about quality control issues.

    (2)

  • Pam Z.

    These guys really know how to throw a party! I came here for a private party pre-wedding celebration. The top floor was ours, which allowed for maximum socializing for the bride to be and the groom to be and their friends and family. Plenty of tables to spread out at and pool tables too! Service was amazingly quick and accurate considering there were 100+ people milling around! **Little known fact: Dogfish does stuff **besides** beer. My bf tried a couple of their spirits (vodka, rum) they distilled and really enjoyed them - plus they're the only distillery in Delaware. I stuck mostly to their awesome beers (yes, they only serve their own beers here you tools). I don't like hoppy IPAs, so I tried the seasonal Punkin Ale (a little odd, but not bad), Lawnmower (light with some flavor), the barleywine (sweet, heavy, yummy!). Also, their location makes this place very walkable to most of the local hotels. The groom cut everyone off at midnight (I think he had a set tab limit), so I'm not actually sure what the price range is like here. Will definitely try a bite to eat here next time I'm in Rehoboth!

    (5)

  • Autumn E.

    What an interesting place with a loaded menu, blending hops, food, and spirits! We visited here on a weekend, but around 7pm had a two hour wait. We finally got called in and were handed food menus, but when they waitress came back to take our orders she informed us that they just decided to close the kitchen because they had run out of too many options. This is unacceptable for a group that just waited two hours for a table. Thankfully, they thought so too. We were able to order almost everything we wanted, though the tasty sounding Dog Pile (artichoke dip) was not an option. :-/ We loved the tangy antelope sliders, and as a huge olive / pickled fan, their special hops pickle/olive combo was a great idea. The hummus could use more tahini, but the fried pickles were spot on. If you order the caesar salad they use a light anchovy dressing with your option to have actual anchovies on or off the salad. This is a great option for the picky caesar eater (I'm not one, though!) The variety of brews was of course wonderful, but my husband and I definitely favored the Vintage Fort (surprise!) It was perfectly aged and a real treat to share amongst the group. Interestingly, their menu is littered with local options with a twist. Their beef is fed their hops, and the special fish on the menu? Dogfish of course! We also tried some of their spirits, which were new to us! What a cool place with lots of tasting opportunities.

    (4)

  • Dustin O.

    Recently improved cuisine finally pairs well with the scintillating beer menu. Sitting at the outdoor pub tables under the the canopy of grape vines is a lovely way to spend an afternoon. Not a fan of the indoor area as its not particularly comfortable and its a bit clangey and noisey. The service is quirky yet attentive and the beer is truly iconic. Worth the visit but avoid peak times if you can...

    (4)

  • Tara S.

    First off, this is a review of the restaurant, NOT the deliciousness of Dogfish Head beer in general. (I like Dogfish Head beer just fine.) My friends love this place, so I end up here once a year or so, and I'm usually underwhelmed. On our most recent visit, we had a hell of a time just getting a table. We stopped by at 4:00 on a Sunday afternoon to see what the wait would be like for dinner. Since we were told it'd be 2-2.5 hours, we put our name in (they don't take reservations). 15 minutes later, they call and tell us our table is ready. Totally surprisingly, we were not interested in eating dinner at 4:15. It took far too long for the hostess to understand this, and we STILL had to hike back over to Dogfish Head and put our name in AGAIN for a table. If you can't estimate table availability even to the nearest hour or two, you should probably consider investing in a reservation system. The food is o-k, but there are almost no vegan options, which is a little surprising as I think of vegans & microbrews as going hand-in-hand. I'm told the (non-vegan) food pairs well with the beer selection, which is extensive. But it's often crowded and takes a long time to get your order. I'd rather eat dinner elsewhere and come here for drinks afterwards. There are better and more coordinated restaurants nearby.

    (3)

  • Jackie H.

    My girlfriends and I went to Dogfish Head for dinner this past Sunday. We like craft beers and wanted to try the seasonal Punkin Ale. So we called ahead and asked to make reservations. Now they don't do reservations so we were concerned we would have to wait. When we got there it looked super crowded, but we only waited about 35-40 minutes. We got a drink at the bar and waited. At the bar we got a mixture of beers and cocktails. I got the Palo Santa Marron which is an unfiltered, unfettered, unprecedented brown ale. It was thick and rich with a sweet caramel taste finish. It isn't my regular choice but I enjoyed it. It took me a while to finish. One of my friends got a Dark and Stormy which ended up being too sweet for her to enjoy. Once we got to our table we got our second drinks. I got the Punkin Ale which was light and freshing after the Palo. It was perfect for a warm end of summer early fall evening. We started dinner with the Pretzel appetizer and warm cheese sauce. It was good but nothing super special in my opinion. I got the Crab and Corn chowder which was creamy, sweet, and filled with crab. I loved, loved, loved that soup. For my entrée I got the Indulgence Burger. So let me start off by saying Oh Dogfish Head how does one take a onion ring and bacon and make it the deliciousness that I ate??? HOW??? It was to die for and I made sure to share the love with my fellow ladies. The burger it's self was very good. (Just slightly under cooked in my opinion, but I didn't mind.) The other ladies got Lamb Sliders, Pork Confit Sandwich, and The Wood Grilled Pub Steak. We were all very happy ladies by the end of consuming these dishes. The ladies raved about the dressing on the side salads they received with their meals so much they asked the waitress how it was made. Secrets, secrets but they did say it was a vinaigrette made with one of their beers. (Can't remember which one). We had a great experience at this restaurant and will return in the future to enjoy a wonderful meal the next time I'm near it. =)

    (4)

  • Berdi P P.

    If you enjoy IPA and average food, this is your place. If you love a cold lager and superb food, we have great other choices.

    (2)

  • Rochelle D.

    We had a couple of good experiences here. First, we were there for a group event which was held upstairs. There was buffet-style serving of appetizers and later a meat and veggie dish. Everything was tasty. The service during this event was awesome - the servers were super friendly and helpful, constantly checking if we needed more drinks or our plates cleared, and did not seem bothered at all by my one-year-old running around and sometimes getting in their way. One guy, who was probably a manager, took a lot of time talking to a few of us about the beers and bringing us multiple samples - you can tell they are very passionate about their brews, and it shows, everything definitely tasted better there from the tap than the bottles we've bought. If you are looking for a place to host an event, especially if there are beer lovers involved, I highly recommend it although as a guest I can't speak to their pricing, coordinator, etc. Later in the week, we went back for an early dinner/snack with the baby. He had the peanut butter and honey pizza, which he of course thoroughly enjoyed and made a huge mess out of. I appreciated that the crust was whole wheat and the PB seemed to be real PB and not sugar-laden cheapo spread. We also had the Dog Pile appetizer, pita wedges with artichoke dip and mozzarella. Yum! They lose a star because the waitress was not very good on that day and the service was pretty slow. Waiting around for each step of the meal while keeping a one year old entertained is not our favorite thing to do in restaurants. Plus she did not bring us the ice cream that I thought came with the kids meal. (Mommy and Daddy wanted their sweet treat!) Once again, the beer was great, really enjoyed a few of their more unique brews.

    (4)

  • Amie A.

    Took my husband for a surprise trip to Dogfish Head brewery and topped it off with a stop-off at the new pub. We got there early and had our choice of seats. Upon sitting, we were quickly greeted and served a "flight" of 6 beers that we got to choose ourselves. I really liked that as opposed to a pre-selected samplers choice. We went with 3 moderate and 3 heavier beers we'd not yet tried (Ryehoboth, Punjabi Export, Red and White, Chicory Stout, and Aprihop) . The only one we clearly said was just average was the Chicory Stout, oddly since we both like a strong beer. To us, it was too smokey. The Punjabi, Aprihop, and Ryehoboth were the standouts. The waitress came back to take the order and we never heard about any "specials" nor were we given a "specials" menu, if there were any, so we quickly ordered. For apps, hubby got Woodgrilled Wings and I got the Crab & Corn Chowder soup. Both were delish. Dinner was Raison D'Etre short ribs for him and Fish Tacos for me. Hubby was happy with his choice. I tasted the sauce and it was delish. My tacos, however, were pedestrian. To me, it looked like fish you'd buy already frozen and breaded - the kind we'd served at the hamburger joint I worked in when I was in high school - and slapped into a fajita and lathered with sauce. I'd made my own fish tacos from scratch twice this week and would have loved to run back into the kitchen to jot the recipe down for the chef. For dessert we selected the Warm Brownie Raison DEtre Sunday. Very tasty, although not absolutely amazing. Overall, the service was rather dry, the food was pretty good, and the beer was great.

    (4)

  • Brad S.

    I visited right after eating lunch, so I didn't eat, and my job prohibited me from drinking, but that doesn't mean I didn't go around to the side window and have my way with the 750ml bottles and a case of the Palo Santo Maron. Before I moved to the Sunflower State, I was a fan of DFH, but after living without it for a year (they don't distribute to Kansas), I realized this was probably my favorite brewery in the whole wide world. After spending a week in Delaware where any restaurant or bar worth their salt has at least a tap of 60 minute, I was sad to leave, but not before consuming a crapton of beer. I suppose this isn't a review of the restaurant so much as the brewery on the whole, but even if I would have eaten a meal the beer is so good that they could have pooped on a plate and I still would give the place five stars.

    (5)

  • Peter K.

    Go for the beer, not the food. Mostly meat options, but even the meat-eaters weren't too thrilled with their meals. But the beers-- about 10 seasonal brews on tap in addition to about 10 perennials. Not a huge fan of their IPAs, but found other Belgian-style beers that were really tasty. Friendly service.

    (3)

  • Matty H.

    The Beer is good, the Food is great and the service is excellent. Will be back to visit many more times...Get a burger if you go, you won't regret it.

    (4)

  • Michele J.

    Our experience was disappointing. My blueberry lemonade cocktail was poorly made and tasted terrible. I don't often send things back, but I did send the drink back. I ordered the mac and cheese. It seemed as though it had been sitting somewhere for quite a while. Some of the pasta was overcooked and some of it was appropriately cooked (in the same dish? what does that tell you?). The cheese was congealed on some of the pasta, but oily and separated on other parts of the dish. Finally, I saw the strangest thing while we were eating. I saw a server deliver lettuce and tomato to a table using nothing but her (gloved) hand. She carried it not on a plate, but in her hand. WEIRD. We're finished with Dogfish Head.

    (1)

  • A C.

    Had lunch here today with a coworker - Awesome Food and even more awesome Beer - Brought a smile to this traveling Northwestener!

    (5)

  • Amanda S.

    Really great beer. We went here for that and I am so glad we did! The best way to find what you like is to pick your own sampler. I also tried the cocktails. Nothing bad on that menu either!!

    (4)

  • Timothy W.

    Ended up here as part of the Rattle n' Hum DFH brewery tour. We had the upstairs all to ourselves and an open bar for 3 hours!! Since we had been drinking 60 Min. IPA for the entire bus ride down from NYC and then the samples at the brewery, by the time we made it to the brew pub we were really hungry and still a little bit thirsty. Our tour included some complementary app's, I think they had a spinach dip (which I would never eat because it has green stuff in it:-) and they had some pizza. Rather than try to load up on finger foods we just ordered off the regular menu. I had the Roast beef snagwich with horseradish sour cream. No complaints about the sandwich, it was very good. The hand cut fries were excellent as well (the highlight of the meal for me) they would probably be very good drenched in vinegar. Onto the beer... Instead of potentially wasting a pint of something that I might not like, I went with a sampling of some of the many DFH beers that I had never tried before. I had already had about a half dozen or so of the various DFH brews but there were some that were unique to the Brew Pub which I had not tried before. Noble Rot (part saison, part sour) wasn't bad Lawnmower (a recommended starter beer) was probably my least fave Barton Baton (English Ale \ IIPA) Awesome!! Sah' Tea (Ancient Ale series) Awesome!! Black & Blue (Fruit Beer) Awesome!! 75 Min Cask IPA - Very Good! Shelter Pale Ale - Very Good! We also enjoyed some Hellhound on my Ale on the bus ride down and it was very good as well. All in all a very good trip, I would definitely make a trip back here in the future. Just wish it was a little bit closer.

    (5)

  • Bill S.

    Great beer & Thursday pizza special? Could life get finer? Dogfish off season.... Check it out of you get the chance. Awesomeness with no crowds.

    (5)

  • Liz T.

    Personally, I'm not a big drinker, so going to breweries is always kind of "meh" for me. But Dogfish head actually has really great food alongside what I've been told is really great beer. A win-win for everyone! The seafood is actually really fresh and well-grilled. The french fries are classic belgian-style pub fries. It's also located super close to the boardwalk and beach. Great location, environment, service, and eats! Great times.

    (4)

  • Mike S.

    We just went to the brewery today and decided to follow-up with a trip to their pub on the way to our hotel. The beers were excellent as expected, but the food was really a step above standard bar fare. My crab cake was generously sized and was mostly crab. No complaints there. My wife's meatloaf sandwich was excellent as well. Can't wait to go back,.

    (5)

  • Sarah S.

    Go for the beer but not the food. We live by an ale house which has far superior pub food. The menu here is just stuffy and I realize its hard not to be a seafood place at the beach but some well done pub food would be much more appreciated. Even my 2 year prefers the marinara at the ale house to here. How is that possible? Cask 75 always good. Why no growlers?

    (3)

  • Chadwick T.

    Ah...how do I love thee? Let me count the ways! I will paint a quick picture to help you appreciate my surprise. I'm in Rehobeth for a few days visiting family for the beach. As I am riding my bike along the main strip heading to the shore...tacky tourist traps, sushi (at the Delaware beach?), little shops that offer 9$ coffee and then BAM...DOGFISH sign. As I regain control of my bike after losing control from happiness and looking back I looped back. They weren't open yet, noon..."I'll be back for you" I thought to myself lovingly. You know what, I DID. Fast forward to noon. I walk in, already bustling with beach bums, tourists and locals alike, I knew it was going to be a good experience. Start with the bar, running almost the length of the restaurant and riddled with DogFish taps, some of which I had never heard of. Above the bar...the amazing "ChalkBoard" with the rare finds that are currently being offered. Not that I want to ruin the fun for you but I will give you an example as a spoiler... 2008 120 Minute IPA....ABV approx 20-22% I'm going to say that again, let that sink in. 2008 120 Minute IPA....ABV approx 20-22% Yeah, so just think about how great this place was! The beer doesn't need any validation from me. The reputation DogFish has is all they need. If you don't know it, climb out from under your Miller Lite rock and join the American Craft Beer scene! Let's talk food. Wow. Hand's down the best Fried Pickles ever! They serve it with a 60 Minute IPA spiked truffle mustard that is to die for. I'm telling you right now...just ask for extra the moment you order it. If you don't use it for the pickles, you can drink it all the same ;) The Rosemary Parmesan French Fries are a great carb fix and also get served with the 60 Minute IPA spiked truffle mustard AND a bacon mayo. Yeah, I just said that. The Calamari was good but so was everything. I have had good calamari but after some of the other dishes, this one fell into the back of my mind. Solid though all the same. I finished with the lump crab sandwich that was so fresh. Barely any filler and awesome price for the amount you get! Served on a nice roll and their signature remoulade sauce. Killer and a great beach sandwich! I can't say enough about how happy and excited I was to put this on my list of food/booze accomplishments. You guys do so many things right and I hope other restaurants and brewpubs are watching closely. We need more like you!!!

    (4)

  • Anna K.

    Food wasn't very tasty and everything was heavy and fried, but they do have a good beer selection and are very baby friendly so they get a extra star for that. If you're into an outback type experience, you will enjoy this place.

    (3)

  • A E.

    OK, I know this is heresy: I don't love Dogfish Head beer. It's good, but I don't know if it lives up to the lofty standards that were drummed up in advance. If you aren't crazy about the beer, you are not likely to be overimpressed. The food itself was pretty decent, if not particularly noticeable. One night I had the butterfish, which was surprisingly well balanced, but the vegetables they served with it didn't mesh well texturally. On another trip I had the "sloppy joe". The meat itself was nicely prepared, but there wasn't any textural element in the sandwhich which was strong enough to contrast with the meat. The roll as soggy and there wasn't nearly enough provided by the small amount fried scallions. My friends loved the place, and are itching to go back, and I'll join them, but I don't think this is the best dewey has to offer.

    (3)

  • Matthew B.

    Decided to go here for New Years Day late lunch, early dinner. Good thing we chose that time, because the effort to get seated may have precluded us staying otherwise. Our friends had gone here 5 years ago, and swore they'd never return as the service was so bad it made their "all-time F'd up list" . My pleading for a visit to "Beer Mecca" prevailed and we gave it a shot. Being in between major seating's gave us an advantage, and we were ensconced in a measly 30+ minutes. However, I was surprised to see us and others waiting while at least 5 -6 tables were clearly open. Perhaps the wait staff was short - ahh but I digress. If you like DogFish Head beer, the selection here is unparalleled. Crazy, inventive ideas combined with superb brewing skills equals a fun afternoon for the taste buds. The menu is pretty decent as well. Be forewarned -the main dishes are supersized: e.g., the fish and chips are easily enough for two. Looking around, other tables had similar sized platters for other entrees. Don't be shy about splitting a plate unless you are way hungry (and that's hard if your drinking the beer IMHO). Everyone agreed their meals were well executed. No complaints. If you can find a way to avoid the crowds, I'd definitely make this a stop while you're in RB. I'm not sure I'd wait crazy long to get a seat, but the beer is ou-lala good.

    (4)

  • Irena N.

    If you're a serious beer lover, you will love Dogfish Head. I am not much of a beer drinker (I like to stick to my Ukrainian roots! yeah vodka!) and even I thought the beer selection was freaking awesome. If, however, you are rather indifferent to beer, skip this place. The food and the service are just okay (and I'm being kind) and their house vodkas are nothing to write home about. I won't even mention how grungy the place is.

    (3)

  • Candace S.

    I have never left an establishment angry until tonight. After being told we would have a 25 min wait for a table (not bad on a Sat eve), we left after 50 min. Their techno-way of notifying guests by text when a table is available is a great mask for the way they handle guests. Having forgotten our cellphones, we stood by the hostess station and watched as tables of 3 or more were seated before deuces again and again, not to mention being overlooked in favor of couples who arrived 15 min after us, while we stood in plan view at least 3 times . Sure...take the tables with the larger checks, but know that it wasn't unnoticed as other guests wished us better luck as we headed to Dos Locos down the street. Thanks Dos Locos for a delicious dinner, good atmosphere and great customer service!

    (1)

  • Cheryl S.

    This place is about the beer. Oh, yah. Don't go for the food. But definitely go for the beer!

    (4)

  • Richard H.

    We went off season on a Saturday night, they said it would be a 40 minute wait and they were right to the minute. They take your cell number and text you when table is ready so we wandered up the high street and the time passed presently as it's a cute town. I would certainly give this place 5 stars but for a couple of gripes on the food side. I'll say that the food is underwhelming. ..not bad but nothing too write home about, I ordered the short rib sloppy Joe which was nearly all sauce. .. Very light on the actual short ribs. My wife had the steak which was very small. Fries were great and I have to say the sloppy Joe sweet chile sauce was fantastic! I'm thinking that people don't come for the food though, for me it's all about the beer. By far my favorite beer is anything made by these folks! So coming here I was like a five year old in a candy store. .. We passed some of the wait time by me buying take out beers from their shop as there are many that I can't buy where I live. ..a solid choice of at last 20 different beers. I like a variety so I went for a sampler. Our waiter Ren (sp?) was very knowledgeable and I ordered a couple of his suggestions as he described them very well. If you're the Bud Light type this will blow your mind - free yourself and order what sounds weird, it's only 4 ounces at a time and your pallet will thank you. Maybe you'll quit drinking that recycled urine. Who knows? After the sampler I went for a cask conditioned ale; their Dogfish Head 75 which was spectacular. Quite simply one of the best pints I've ever quaffed. So in conclusion delicious beer , great service, food? Meh.

    (4)

  • Kate N.

    We recently visited the Brewpub to celebrate a friend's birthday. *Note: We visited in the middle of the winter, so the crowd was totally manageable* The selection of Dogfish's fabulous craft spread is of course ideal. We happened to stop in after the Noble Rot was released; I like. The ability to get 120 on tap is great. Our service was a bit slow, but I was happy with the menu options. Plenty to choose from, whether or not you eat meat. The fried pickles are a plus, and the parmesan fries are a great (big) appetizer. I enjoyed the salmon sandwich. Thumbs up!

    (4)

  • Ian S.

    This is perhaps my fave place to eat in the world. The beers are superlative, the staff is amazing, and the food is fantastic. Desserts are great, bartenders are great, prices are great. Worth driving from wherever you are to go there, right now. You cant have a better dinner. If there is a wait, grab a beer or a few and chill. Your meal will be worth the wait. Highest possible recommendation.

    (5)

  • Mike H.

    Awesome beer, food, presentation, hospitality, and prices! A bit loud, but not excessively so. We were fine with a party of 5 plus a 3yr old in tow.

    (5)

  • Cesar P.

    We came here after visiting the Dogfish Head Brewery, lured by the talk of exclusive beers that they do only for the brew club, a testing ground to see if they take that particular recipe to the general public for consumption. It's a plus, but I wish they gave us a way to rate these beers, allow us to give us feedback. We came in on a Saturday night in the winter and it was packed; we were told a 45 minute wait (I'd hate to see how bad it is during beach season). Unfortunately the hostess screwed up my wife's cell phone number (they send you a text when your table is ready, no "alert coasters" as I like to call 'em) so we actually waited an hour. Thankfully there was space at the bar so we could continue our buzz from the Brewery. The food here is pretty good. The fried calamari were excellent (not rubbery or hard to eat) and I had the fish and chips, which was huge and very very tasty. They also allow you to do samplers of any of the beers, which is a plus. We had pretty good service from our waitress, very friendly and attentive. The hostesses though need help; besides the screw-up mentioned above, the upstairs hostess was less than friendly when we showed up, acting as if we'd inconvenienced her. If you've been to one of the Dogfish Head pubs in the D.C. area (OK, they might be elsewhere, but I only know the D.C. ones), it's a different experience coming here. It's the same great beers (minus the test batches), but it's a different vibe. I've been to the Gaithersburg and Seven Corners Dogfish Heads, and they're more "chainy", more "sports bar-y" than this place. I'd say it's worth at least one visit to this flagship pub, particularly for the test beers.

    (4)

  • AJ T.

    What can you say about Dogfish? The BEER! Amazing beer choices here, it's cool to see and try brews that aren't mass produced and shipped around the country. Got a sampler of about 5 different beers and loved every single one, as did my girlfriend. The food was decent, we ordered a pizza to split and didn't realize how small they were but it was fine as we weren't really sitting down to eat dinner. I'd go back in a heartbeat for the happy hour specials and microbrews they produce here (try the Etrusca!).

    (4)

  • Crystal H.

    The brewery exclusive beers are enough to get you here. The food is pretty darn good too. Tax free beer to go as well. Worth the trip.

    (4)

  • Fatima B.

    Went on a quick two-day trip to Rehoboth Beach with my husband and we went here twice it was so good. Very good food with Dogfish Head beers on tap that I cannot find easily in New York. Just be careful when ordering the Dogpile. While it is quite possibly the most delicious thing on the menu, it is also double the size of my head. I couldn't eat dinner after sharing this appetizer with my husband for lunch. Another piece of advice is to ask the bartender or waiter on what's on their "Secret Stash". That is, if you're really a fan of Dogfish Head beers. They have limited edition bottles that rotate based on availability. We wound up purchasing a 5-year old bottle of Worldwide Stout and while those particular beers are pricey, beer enthusiasts would pay the price to take that bottle home.

    (5)

  • Bill C.

    My experience was more bad then good. Beer was good, no head on either beer I got but it was tasty. Two appetizers: lamb empanada which for $7 we got one tiny empanada which was very fatty. Waste of money. $7 for short rib cheese fries which could have fed four people and was good, but very salty. Our waitress Olivia was very good. No problem with service. She recommended the salmon sandwich which was very good, but also came with fries, and after the rib cheese fries we were "fried out" Was looking forward to eating here for over a year. A gentleman in front of us said we were in for a great treat just to eat here. So expectations were high and fell very short. We ate outside to avoid a 20 minute wait and outside was muggy (one fan) and lots of flies. Also the men's room had just one urinal and that was out of order and a toilet that looked like it hadn't been flushed in an hour. This for a beer restaurant with over one hundred diners. I saw one review saying this is the best brewery restaurant on the East coast. I have been to three better just in Pa, Victory in West Chester, Troegs in Hershey, and Yards in Philly. I could add Triumph to that as well. Very disappointing.

    (2)

  • Angela E.

    We finally made it here and they did not dissappoint. Worth every dime it cost to take the ferry from Cape May and a cab from Lewes to Rehobeth! The place was packed and it was the middle of January, so I can't even imagine what it's like in the middle of the summer. We knew we were going to be there for a while, so we scored seats at the bar and ordered our first of seriously delicious beers while spacing out our food orders. The food was great, too! We started with the Spiced Fried Buttermilk Calamari with banana peppers and Cajun spices and followed it with the flatbread pizza, Alpine Idyll, with white truffle oil, sauted mushrooms, prosciutto, Firefly Farms fresh goat cheese, arugula, and a balsamic reduction drizzle. So good!! The bartenders were personable and knowledgeable about their beers. Also, who knew Dogfish made liquors, too?! I do now! Special Note: There's a pinball machine upstairs but the magnets are super strong so don't worry, you're not drunk, it's just a shoddy machine.

    (5)

  • Derek O.

    Many of the beers are fantastic (some of the experiments - not as fantastic). I love that you can take out beer and liquor right outside the restaurant. The food is very good and the service has always been attentive and friendly. I make it a point of hitting up the Dogfish anytime I'm anywhere near the beach.

    (5)

  • Larry V.

    Awesome place. Very good food and choice. I get to the region once or twice a year and I always head to the DFHAH. I'm a distant Mug Clubber and really go there for the beers.

    (5)

  • Alex S.

    The food listing is the basic bar offeriing with modifications to try and make it unique. At the end of it all the taste and delivery of the food is, meh. If you like Dogfish beer certainly stop by this place, but do not be prepared to be blown away by the food. The description of the food is better than the actual delivery of the food.

    (2)

  • Shane C.

    We've made the trip to Rehoboth from DC for my birthday twice now. Absolutely love this place. Of course the main reason we go is for the beer -- you get to sample all of the fun stuff that never makes it to taps anywhere else, and some that doesn't even get out of the town in bottles -- but the food isn't bad either. Don't miss items: Dogpile (fried pita bread with all kinds of goodness on top), burger, fried pickles, the hop machine thing that comes out on Fridays and all of the delicious seasonal offerings. Don't pay attention to the haters. This place is crowded because it's fantastic. Sometimes you have to put up with minor inconveniences when you want to taste some of the finest beer in the states!

    (5)

  • Sarah B.

    The beer is so yummy! I had a flight with Hot Tart, Cask 75, Red and White, Tweason, and Firefly. Service was fast and friendly, and they brought out water for our puppy. Winning all around! :-)

    (5)

  • Chris K.

    A great environment with amazing beer. Visiting the brewery in Lewes is a must

    (4)

  • Kristin B.

    Friendly vibe, and obviously great beers. Try their distilled spirits - they make them in house and MAN they pack a punch! The marshmallow makes a mean s'mores martini. They also have ales specifically brewed for the restaurant that are not available anywhere else. A place you should definitely visit!

    (4)

  • Valarie G.

    I love the beers - please come and appreciate them. Do not come and order a bud light. Dogfish Head Brews are different from the norm - always pushing the limits. It is amazing. The food is good, burgers and pizza, etc. Don't expect to eat healthy though. Even the salads are swimming in dressing. Just accept it's a deep friend food/ beer place and give in and enjoy.

    (4)

  • David L.

    Beer is what Dogfish head beer always is - average, and some cases, too weird to even enjoy. Service was slow despite the place being pretty empty. Only ordered the calamari to eat - it was cold and rubbery - not crisp at all.

    (3)

  • Matthew B.

    Dogfish Head's quirky attitude toward beers applied to a bar / restaurant. It doesn't get much better than this. If you're a big fan of their beer and haven't tried all the ones you've been lusting after, grab one of their samplers. 5 4oz beers - priced according to the beers you choose.

    (5)

  • Juliet B.

    If you want to enjoy beer, go here...They do sample platters so you can taste away. Excellent food pairings. They craft spirits as well, I took home a bottle of delicious gin. Excellent schwag in the retain area. If you are anywhere NEAR this area, please stop here so you can taste the sweet sweet dogfish nectar. cheers

    (5)

  • James J P.

    Had dinner here yesterday with friends after visiting the Dogfish Head Brewery in Milton. They have great beer which should go without saying since they were the first craft brewery in DE. I had beer samplings at the Milton site and ordered Namaste on tap which is a very light citrus flavored brew and is excellent. My friends are not beer drinkers so they had wine or spirits. The atmosphere is good, its a large open space with a large bar area, we were there early about 4p so we were seated immediately and the place was about 1/3 full. The service was very good, we had lamb sliders and the dog pile for appetizer's. The sliders were very dry and did not taste like lamb at all, could have been beef as it had no distinct flavor, the bun was too big and was flavorless. My friends enjoyed the dog pile, a very large kind of pizza/artichoke dip over pita chips. I had the 24 hour pork confit which came with fries, again the bun was too big and flavorless which made the sandwich too dry without the pepper cheese dressing which I asked for on the side. When I added the dressing it really perked up the flavor but a bit spicy for me, the broccoli rabe on the sandwich was also flavorless. My friends had soups and salmon sandwich's and one had a burger, they all came with fries. The portions were large with the same oversized buns but the food is just ok, not great. The general consensus was that we would not return as there are much better options for great food in the area but for beer drinkers who want some ok bar food this is the place.

    (2)

  • Meghan F.

    Amazing. Made our trip! Be sure to ask what is on tap through "randy"

    (5)

  • Casey C.

    Great beer, pretty good food. Love being able to try the Brewpub exclusives are always unique and fun to try. Also a good place to fill your growler, looks like most are around $8-11 right now, so not a bad deal.

    (5)

  • Stacia R.

    I have eaten at Dogfish many times and have always had a positive experience. Unfortunately, tonight this was not the case. I lost my bag at the restaurant. As soon as I realized that it was missing I called Dogfish to see if they had found it. The hostess who answered the phone could not care in the least. She asked for my number and said she would call me back. She called me back immediately and said they could not find it and hung up the phone on me. I called back and asked her to look for it again. She said that they had looked for it and now they were busy and she did not have time to talk to me. As a dogfish employee I would have expected her to say something like..." I am so sorry we can't find it and if we do find your bag we will call you back right away, what's your number again so I am sure that I have it". A little empathy would have been nice. So my husband drove out there and apparently they just "found" my bag. I don't even think they looked for it the first time. I am really disappointed in the staff , especially the hostess that I talked to over the phone. I would expect Dogfish to hire friendly people. I have no intention of going back anytime soon.

    (1)

  • Jim L.

    Undercooked wood grilled chicken and the horrifically pretentious beer recipes make a for an average experience. This place is trying too hard to be unique. Service was decent.

    (2)

  • leah c.

    Yum!!! Food and brew - delish!

    (5)

  • David L.

    In celebration of being offered--and, of course, accepting--the exact job position I wanted with the exact organization for which I wanted to work: ROAD TRIP! My two friends (James and Max) asked where I wanted to go -- they suggested Virginia, South Carolina, Maryland -- I really don't know the East Coast other than New England, so I said "do you know where Reboboth is? There's a brewery there I'm dying to experience." So, there we have it, to appease my almost violent jubilation and ecstatic enthusiasm, it was agreed that we'd make the four-hour trek JUST for dinner and drinks at Dogfish Head -- everything else we'd play by ear: where to stay, how long we're staying, where else to eat and drink... "It better be worth it, David." AND HOW! Meal #1: Dinner, Friday: I started out with a pint of 90 Minute Indian Pale Ale, and then another while waiting for my "Indulgence Burger" (it comes with an onion ring, melted cheddar, and bacon crumbles -- I ordered it medium rare, on a rosemary focaccia roll) and french fries, and then another to help me digest it until I made up my mind which spirits I wanted to try (from their selection I chose Jin, Vodka, Brown Honey Rum, and Mango Vodka)... Our table split the Warm Crab Dip (which comes with pita chips and baguette slices) and the Chesapeake Pizza (which comes with crab meat, asparagus, tomatoes, and basil)... One of my friends had a couple pints of Raison D'Etra (at my insistent, perhaps oppressive recommendations) and a flight of spirits and the Wood-grilled Rockfish (which comes topped with sun-dried tomatoes and bacon), and my other friend had a few pints of Shelter Pale Ale then got the Fish & Chips and was so absolutely blown away by it that he wouldn't shut-up about it the whole night... We all agreed that it'd be a great idea to come back for lunch the following day. Meal #2: Lunch, Saturday: I ordered the Fish & Chips (but with onion rings instead of fries), and I'll be a monkey's uncle if these weren't the best damn Fish & Chips I've ever had -- there were two HUGE extremely moist and delicate filets of Pollack in the most delicious batter I've come across in ages -- and, as a connoisseur of onion rings, these really were superb and superior, dipped in (by special request) the house-made "Palo Santo Marron BBQ Sauce" I was in absolute heaven -- I washed these down with a few pints of Palo Santo Marron (which is a phenomenal beer), and then ended the meal with a flight of spirits (Belgian Dark Chocolate Vodka, Wit Spiced Rum, Jin, Vodka)... The table shared grilled chicken wings and the smoked chicken quesadilla, both of which were wonderfully indulgent... One of my friends had a few pints of Shelter Pale Ale and ordered the Roast Beef Sandwich (which comes with an outstanding pickle and some incredible horseradish chive sour cream), and the other friend had a few Punkin' Ales and got the Jumbo Lump-Crab Cakes which were given rave reviews... All three of us, once again, were so excited about our meals, so completely satiated, we decided to come back later for dinner -- it was just that good! Meal # 3: Dinner, Saturday: I got the Palo Santo Marron BBQ Sauce Marinated BBQ 1/2 Rack of Ribs with Cole Slaw and Waffle Fries (dipped in their home-made Remoulade, by special request) -- I washed these down with a few pints of Midas Touch (MMM)... Everyone at the table shared the spicy-buttermilk fried-calamari and "The Sea Change" pizza (which comes with shrimp, feta cheese, spinach, and tomatoes) -- nice & tasty... One friend had a couple Palo Santo Marrons and got the Salmon Sandwich, the other friend had a few Shelter Pale Ales and got the Corn and Crab Chowder... Once again, we were all super happy with our meals and drinks, so, why the hell not, let's come back for lunch tomorrow (our last meal in town before heading back home). Meal # 4: Lunch, Sunday: I got the pub salad and the "Land and Sea" soup (which comes with andouille sausage, crawfish, tasso ham, and shrimp), to drink I asked for "as many flights as it takes to have one of every beer on tap" because what the heck, I wanted to have officially eaten and drank entirely everything on the menu... One of my friends got the Viener Schnitzel sandwich which came with some great red cabbage, he ordered some beers but I don't remember what, and my other friend got the tuna steak sandwich and a side order of onion rings, I don't remember which beers he enjoyed, but they also had some cocktails made from the house-distilled spirits. By the time the three of us pretty much literally rolled out of town, heading back home, we were pretty much numb -- just like how I am right now, trying to remember every sensation and selection... But, honestly, we all had the eating and drinking time of our lives... I brought home two bottles of booze, some stickers, and some beer coasters -- last night my roommate and I enjoyed some of the Wit Spiced Rum, and as I write this we're enjoying some of the Jin... I LOVE IT HERE!

    (5)

  • Mike R.

    Beer infused sausage need i say more?

    (5)

  • Steve I.

    We visit once every year on our vacation, and this place never disappoints. Came this time with a large group and several small children and went upstairs for the first time. The kids could be kids upstairs and our server was very accommodating to them. The food as always was good, but we come to sample the excellent beers. Love the pumpkin beer which is only available in the fall.

    (4)

  • Brendan M.

    I'd give Dogfish 5 stars just for their beer. It's my favorite craft brewery, I drink it all year round since it's distributed so nicely, and yet when we visit the Rehoboth location, I fall in love with the beer all over again. If they have the 75-min IPA on cask, don't look for anything else, just order it and enjoy beer heaven. If they don't have it, not to worry, because you won't be disappointed by any of the other 12+ delicious brews available. As for the food, it's pretty good too, an easy 4 stars. Burgers, seafood, pizza, all done very well. In particular, the crabcake sandwich is very fresh and tasty. You may be tempted to walk down to the boardwalk for ice cream, but they even have great desserts here, and are worth a try at least one time. I don't think you can make a reservation here, and most of the time (no matter day/time) you will have a little wait to get a table, but it's never too bad, and well worth it! If you're heading back north afterwards, stop at the new brewery in Milford for the free tour. You will need a reservation for that, however.

    (5)

  • Cin S.

    Great atmosphere and service. Killer burgers. Beer off the chain. An area fav.

    (4)

  • Brian G.

    Every year my wife and I make the yearly trip down to Dogfish. Each time bringing a new group of friends. No one ever leaves disappointed. I can't say I have had a bad experience here. We bring our dog just about everywhere with us and we have found the folks at Dogfish to be extremely accommodating when we bring our pooch. This past trip the outdoor seating was reserved for a private Dogfish event. Instead of telling our party that they couldn't help us out they made arrangements that enabled us to sit outside. And this isn't the first time they have done this! The wood grilled pizza's are always a favorite of mine. This year I had one with lump crab that was cooked perfectly with loads of flavor! The Namaste Chili Calamari was as good as anything I have had in New England and the Braised Beef Empanada hit the spot. I just wish it was a little bigger! The food is solid and the beer speaks for it's self. The only reason I go with a 4/5 is the service inside has been spotty which is strange because the folks outside are fantastic. I highly recommend this place. It's a must visit for any craft beer fan.

    (4)

  • Bryce B.

    I made a special trip to Rehoboth Beach with some colleagues on a recent visit to the East Coast. The expressed purpose of this trip was to visit the Dogfish Head brewpub, as well as the production brewery in Milton. We even stayed at the hotel right next door to ensure the best possible proximity to the pub. For those that are unaware, Dogfish Head is one of the fastest growing craft brewers in the country, consistently turning out amazingly high-quality beer. Their experimentation knows no bounds, as they have been known to try anything (the most recent experimental is a beer made with cocoa and chile). During the 1 1/2 days spent in Rehoboth Beach, we ate 3 meals at the brewpub. The quality of the food was consistently good. I had (in order) the Indulgence burger (dinner), Caesar salad with grilled chicken and potato and bacon soup (lunch) and a grilled chicken and pesto pizza (dinner). While quality was not an issue, I felt that selection was limited in scope. Aside from any specials on a given night, there are only 4 entree dishes, all of the seafood. Granted, this makes sense considering the proximity to the ocean. However, it would have been nice if there were a beef/pork/chicken option available. But, come on, the real reason to come here is for the beer. You never know what kind of special, brewpub exclusives will be available. When we were there, not only did they just crack open a cask conditioned 75 Minute IPA (a blend of their 60 and 90 Minute IPAs, aged in a cask and pump served by hand), they also had a special black IPA, which looked like a stout but tasted like an IPA with more pronounced malt overtones. The second day we went, they broke out the Randall. This is a 3 foot tall device fashioned out of the body of a water filtration system. Stuffed into it are loads of dry hop buds. Beer (in this case, 90 Minute IPA) is run through it for an extra blast of hop flavor and aroma. The result is pretty amazing indeed, but only works well with higher alcohol beers that can effectively strip away the hop oils into the glass. This was a wonderful experience, made even more so by meeting Sam Calagione (owner of DFH), who gave us a couple bottles of vintage Raison D'Extra and Olde School barleywine. Next time we go, samplings of DFH's distilled products (vodka, gin and rum) will be tried.

    (5)

  • Karen L.

    Dogfish has jumped the shark. I could not believe the lines of fat tourists on a Tuesday night. It was like Disneyworld, in more ways than one: e.g. the menu reminds you to visit their "Merch Store." The hostesses could use some attitude readjustments. Is this really who they want greeting the public? Eye-rolling ennui is not very welcoming. In addition, they underestimated the wait by 20 minutes, but by that time we'd sunk so much time into waiting that we decided to go all in. This is NOT worth a 60-minute wait. You know, this used to be a decent restaurant: I don't recall sending back entrees to be cooked properly, or settling on my 3rd choice of beers because they were out of so many, but most of all I don't remember sullen staff or a freakin' "Merch Store," where they're more interested in selling their brand than running a solid brewery/restaurant.

    (2)

  • Dennis L.

    There is no question that the beer here is second to none. I enjoyed the fact that everyone else there seems just as passionate about their beer as I am, and rightly so. The burgers aren't bad and the menu was even able to please my picky vegetarian girlfriend as well. We both left full and tipsy. Prices are reasonable as well!!

    (4)

  • Caitlyn D.

    A resounding 'fine'. This place gets a lot of business because of the buyup/publicity around Dogfish Head Brewing, which I hope consumers realize is not the be-all end-all of craft beer by a long shot. But I digress. The atmosphere is incredibly loud and crazy. I was seated in the upstairs room, which is something akin to a nautical-themed cafeteria. Not in a good way. Their beer is nice, if gimmicky. I had a Midas Touch (great summer beer! Yummy grapey aftertaste! like beer and white wine in one glass!), a Zeno (nice floral, not a lot else going on), and some of a Palo Santo Marron (wow. wow. Killer beer. I love anything dark and malty and this was pretty much the epitome of that. On the other hand, other breweries make similar beers that are close to this good). The food is incredibly meh. My crab cake sandwich was so forgettable, except for the dill dressing they gave me, which was tasty. But dill dressing does not a crab cake sandwich make. I suspect they will never improve their food, as they can get away with meh food since they have such a crazy beer list. Try again, Dogfish Head.

    (2)

  • Michael C.

    Awesome place! Such a great casual place to drink away the afternoon. The food was surprisingly good. I had a tasty burger and we ordered a bunch of apps. Great prices and we definitely left full and totally satisfied. And after trying a bunch of different beers (Limited releases like Bitches Brew, Theobroma or the Standards like 60 min and 90 min) I couldn't pick a favorite. It's a place I must stop any time I'm in the area (which isn't often).

    (4)

  • Jennifer R.

    The wait was ridiculous... an hour for 2 people, on a Monday night. But it seems to be a popular tourist destination. The hostesses all seemed to have attitude problems and couldn't have been more disinterested if they tried. However, our server was very nice and efficient. The whole time we were there, I wondered why they didn't have a buzzer system to tell you when your table is ready. For a place that seems to be consistently swamped, it seems counter-intuitive to have your rude hostesses walk all through the dining room and outdoor area, calling out, "Joe, party of 4!" I guess if that was my job, I'd be kind of cranky, too. The beer and other mixed drinks were wonderful, of course. The food was average. I had fish tacos, which were nothing special. The fish was very fishy-tasting, and there was only one small piece inside each taco (two tacos total.) My husband had a crab cake, which he said was "okay." The tables are squished very close together, and it's impossible not to bump or be bumped during your meal. As far as the "merch store," even that service was iffy. The cashier left out the credit card slip from the customer before us, and he never did move it even when he appeared to be looking right at it. This "merch store" also serves as the pickup window for take-out orders. An employee picked up a box of food from under the counter, called out a name, and when the customer stepped up to get it he asked how long it had been sitting behind the counter since he had been waiting for quite a long time. The employee's only response was, "Dude, I don't know" before he went back inside. Overall, great beer; otherwise, mediocre at best.

    (2)

  • RINNA L.

    If I was writing this for Dogfish Head beer this would be a 5 star review. The restaurant on the other hand is not five stars. The beer is of course awesome - it's Dogfish! The waiter/waitresses are, for some incomprehensible reason, not knowledgeable about beer. They had some items on their menu that I hadn't heard of before and when I asked about it, our waitress said that she hadn't tried it and didn't really like beer. WTF?!?! The food is non-memorable. It's not bad, it's not great. I'm sure there are better restaurants in Rehoboth. I really think this place is more of a tourist attraction than anything else and the waiters are obviously fed up with the tourists. Maybe in the off season this place would be better. One thing to note: they sell and fill growlers. This is awesome. The growlers themselves are cheap and the beer is, of course, awesome. This is the one plus of this place. my advice: get a growler and get your food and attitude somewhere else.

    (3)

  • Doreen W.

    Went there for dinner while we are staying in Bethany beach this summer. My son-in-law wanted to go there for his birthday dinner. It was awful, the food was terrible and very over priced for the quality. We ordered 2 childrens orders of pasta which was large shells with cheese for $7.50. Tell me how you can mess up butter & pasta, well they did. My grandchildren would not even eat it. As we waited for an hour to get in a lady came out of The restaurant next door advised us to eat there, she said the food was better and we would be sorry. Oh my we should have listened to her. Stick to beer Dogfish that is the only thing you do well.

    (1)

  • Chelsea P.

    Ok, so there are several layers to my review of Dogfish. Let's begin. First and foremost, let's obviously start with the BEER. First tried the sampler and enjoyed all of the beer! AMAZING. I unfortunately did not try the straight up vodka they also make but did have a sip of my friend's peanut butter martini made with their peanut butter vodka. Delicious! Then I ordered a nice big glass of their gluten-free strawberry beer which was fantastic. Overall, give the beer a 4.5. Food was pretty good for the most part. The fried pickles were delightful. I was expecting pickle chips, but they come as the entire pickle- fried! with a tangy type of mustard sauce drizzled on top. I ordered fries and burger for my entree. The fries were to die for - crispy, thin, and not too greasy. The burger was lacking in flavor unfortunately. Overall I give the food a 3. Last but not least, the terrible service :-( After waiting an hour, we were finally seated. After waiting about 15 mins at our table (with a cranky 2 year old who was ready to eat), our server came by and told us to hang on because another table needed their checks. Apparently their computers were down and not accepting credit cards, so the place was a madhouse. We finally received our drinks and were ready to order right away. My friend requested that her 2 yr old get his meal (a hot dog) first if it was ready before our meal. The server said sure. After about another hour, we got our meals from kitchen wait staff. BUT only half the meals came out. They came out in 3 different spurts, and the child's was the last to come out. Half of us were done eating before the other half even got their meals. The server did not seem too concerned or apologetic about our apparent displeasure with what was going on. When the manager came by, we alerted him of the issue and he gave us the meals for free that came out late and free drinks. A nice gesture, yes. When our bills finally came out (after the waitress told us to "hang on" because another table needed their drink orders --- hmm that was us 2 hrs ago), nothing was deducted. Again, no apology, she just said "oops must not have gone through." Wait again. FINALLY the bills came out right. On our way down the stairs, we passed the server who did not even make eye contact with us, apologize, or say goodbye as we left. UGH. One star for service. Best bet- sit at the bar, drink good beer, and order fried pickles if you must.

    (3)

  • Brianne C.

    Every beautiful beer brewed at Dogfish is available here, even the luscious seasonal brews. And the rosemary parmesan fries are irresistible, especially when paired with the brown mustard laced with truffle oil. But the majority of the food is underwhelming, which is strange considering the wood-burning oven used for many of the dishes and the thoughtful composition. It's very nice for a couple of pints and a snack, but did not deliver the elevated brewpub experience you expect from Dogfish.

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  • Trang N.

    Dogfish Head should stick to what they know and it's certainly NOT food or service! We came here on Sunday night ready to sample some beers and grab some eats! We headed up the lounge area and decided that we would eat up there versus the main dining room downstairs. The Order App- Hummus Platter-- oops, our waitress told us 20 minutes AFTER we ordered that they were all out of it. Substitute buffalo wings! Entrees- I had the crab cake dinner, with mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli Husband had the salmon, rice pilaf and fries (double starch!) After 40 minute, we realized the table of 10 and another table of 4 that came in after us, were getting their food, I flagged the waitress down and informed her what I had observed. She stated that they came in before us, and I firmly replied that she was wrong (after all, I was longing for any morsel of food, while slurping my empty glass of water) She reappeared 10 MINUTES later and said that the kitchen was backed up and our food would be out shortly, that's funny, it seems that it wasn't backed up for any of the other tables, I must have STUPID across my forehead.... but whatever, with great surprise the wings were a delightful crispy with the perfect amount of heat. Then our entrees came flying out to the table, again, my order was wrong!! (I'm having a heck of a time with Delaware and botching my orders up!) I informed the food runner that I had ordered the mashed potatoes, she apologized and asked, didn't the waitress tell you we ran out? Of course you did, and no she did not because I wouldn't not have mentioned my missing mashed potatoes. Sometime later, the waitress checked on us, and apologized for the wait. I informed her that she failed to mention that they were out of mashed potatoes! All it got was an oops! OIY, really? I'm not going to blame a server if the kitchen is backed up, but if you aren't able to see that we have been sitting at a table for 40 minutes, or that you ran out of things, YES, I DO BLAME YOU!! Do your job! Take the order, get it right, and don't make us wait! Ok,enough about the lackluster service, onto the food! My Crab Cakes were PURE FILLER!! How is this seriously possible, WE ARE AT THE SHORE!! I can't get lump crab meat? I should have raided some crab traps before I came! My mashed potatoes.... I mean rice, pilaf was undercooked and under seasoned. Husband liked his salmon and french fries, the filet was tender and flavorful and the fries were crispy crunchy! The Beer selection was awesome, when at a brewery, invest in the liquid diet. DRINK THE BEER!! GENIUS! Problem solved! Why didn't we think of that earlier?!

    (1)

  • Frank P.

    Awesome beer as well as awesome food. They do it exactly how all good brew pubs do it. Fresh local ingredients, healthy plates as well as GOOD bar food. Noticed I said GOOD bar food. Yes there is a way to make good bar food and not slop. Love the whole vibe here, the off centered beers. Having a pizza here is a must as well as the marinated olives oh and the Dog pile.

    (4)

  • Martin B.

    This is actually more like a 3.5 or 3.7, but this is based SOLELY on the food. Unfortunately, while I'm old enough to serve this country and operate a tank or fire a gun, I'm not old enough to enjoy Dogfish Head's calling card: their fine beers. But from what I hear (based on reviews and from what those older than me have said), they make some damned good stuff. This brewpub-like establishment is conveniently located and parking didn't seem to be an issue. Inside it's a bit loud, but the decor is awesome. Service is attentive and decent in terms of speed. Their birch beer soda is good (it's like root beer). And as mentioned above their beers are supposed to be excellent, and they have a wide interesting variety (including one beer made with ingredients like chiles and cocoa nibs, and occasionally their fabled 120 minute IPA). I had the fish and chips which were alright. The portions were huge; I couldn't even finish all of my meal. I wasn't starving, but I was still pretty hungry. However the fish itself wasn't too flavorful. The fries were alright, although not that crispy. Overall, for the price I feel like they could've done a bit more with it. If it were cheaper it would've been fine. So if you're looking for great food in Rehoboth you might find better places. But if you want great beer, then just look at the other reviews to see what people have to say. Or better yet, pop in and taste for yourself what these fine brewers have concocted. Oh yeah, and free wi-fi!

    (4)

  • Chris M.

    Ate here this summer while on a mini-getaway with my wife. Food was pretty good, the beer was OK. It wasn't as "wow" as I was hoping but it was good. We were seated in the upstairs eating area. If you get seated in the booth up there (there's only one), beware. It vibrates like crazy because, for some reason, they have a large piece of machinery on the other side of the wall from the booth. We asked if we could move to a table and they obliged. Decent place to eat.

    (3)

  • Chris V.

    Let's face it. Most of us aren't coming here for the food. I will say, however, it's not as terrible as some make it out to be. Couple that with the fact that a lot of it comes from local farms and you have to give a star or 2 for the effort. We had lunch here on Saturday afternoon. A little brisk by the beach that day, but expected since it is only April. The staff, in a word, was pretty amazing. Our party was about 40 strong and not once did they stumble or roll their eyes at our demands. So big ups for that. The food? Well it was good. Not out of this world, but good. I had the antelope sliders, which if I wasn't told it was antelope I would not have known any better, and a turkey burger. Two things that honestly were kinda hard to screw up. Sliders were definitely tasty and the turkey burger was, well, a turkey burger. I had it on foccacia bread and honestly, I wouldn't order it that way again. Next time it's a regular roll. My beer complimented my meal perfectly. It was the Chateau Jiahu. Slightly sweeter beer with a grape finish. Kinda like someone spilled a little white wine in the booze and decided to serve it anyway. Froo-froo? Maybe, but I didn't care. It was beer and beer makes me happy. This place was busy on a windy Saturday in April so I'm sure come the summer season it will be a madhouse. All in all, a great experience and we'll definitely be back!

    (4)

  • Nathanael R.

    When we showed up at dogfish head we were pretty excited to have some good brews and and good food. We stood by the door waiting to be seated for a few minutes while nobody even acknowledged us, until we just decided to seat ourselves at the bar. Finally, after what seemed like another 5 minutes we were able to put an order in and grab some beers. Being dogfish head fans, we were happy with our beer and I brought home some 120 minute, which we can't get at home. We ordered the "summer people" pizza and the short ribs plate. We waited a while and the wrong pizza came out, which is an honest mistake I suppose, but when I told the woman we ordered from About it, all she said was ok... Didn't seemed surprised. The short rib was under cooked and came in really bland sauce which wasn't seasoned at all. They eventually brought us the right pizza and it was pretty tasty, but it was about the size of a Tony's pizza for about 13 bucks. "Merch shop" is pretty limited, good for a tshirt and a sticker, they did have some dog leashes and collars with their logo on it, not a bunch of stuff in there. All in all I would say eat first then stop in and have some great brews, but be careful because for some reason Delaware seems to have way too many cops. Good luck!

    (2)

  • Richard K.

    Owned and operated by the Dogfish Head Brewing Company, this pub restaurant offers great pub food to accompany their great tasting beer. A great place to eat while you're at Rehoboth Beach.

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  • Aleks K.

    I've eaten and had drinks here twice on vacation - save your hunger for another place! The drinks here are totally delicious and the beer/spirits to go are worth it but the food is mediocre at best. I want to like eating here but I won't eat here again.

    (4)

  • Chris D.

    The food was greasy, unoriginal and actually made my wife sick. It's a very bad incarnation of bar food and something I can't recommend. The alcohol was right on target. I would have probably given it 1 star if it wasn't the only place you can buy Dogfish spirits.

    (3)

  • Alex S.

    So I have to admit that they get a five star rating automatically because of how down they are with dogs. You can bring your pooch to the outdoor seating area and the will gladly welcome the dog with a bowl of water and locally made dog biscuits that use the used beer barley from their brewery. The 120 minute ipa is a serious beer that is not for everyone but is full of flavor and I think is pretty damn awesome. All there beers are good and you can find something for anyone. The Cobb salad was a surprisingly lite and good starter, peoples pizza was also really good and the rock fish was well prepared. The "cookies and milk" desert wasn't my style. These "cookies" were bready mushy cake like things and the "milk" was a whipped cream concoction. Additionally we didn't order the cookies in cream, we ordered the cheesecake but the waitress accidentally brought it out and she offered to switch it but we said that the cookies were fine. She also described the festina Peche as very very bitter. I am no conosour but it was not bitter at all. It is a little tart but in no way bitter. All in all she and the rest of the staff were friendly and laid back so I wasn't too upset. Great place if you love your dog and your beer. Food isn't too bad either.

    (5)

  • Kyle T.

    You really can't go wrong at Dogfish Head, except to show up on a weekend, since this place is usually a madhouse. I'm not sure if its because they are amazing in every way a brewpub should be, or if because they are currently featured on Discovery Channel's BREWMASTERS (which I have yet to see). So I took my own advice, having tried to go here several times and the line is around the block, and went on a Tuesday at 2pm nowhere near a holiday weekend. It was still busy but not overwhelming. I took a seat at the bar and ordered up a tasting flight of beers (which for their size and price at five tastings for $5 is a really great deal). I went for the Festina Peach and the Palo Santo Marron and the Theobroma, because, really, where else can you get freshly brewed beer on tap that has been artfully suffused with chocolate or aged in casks made of fragrant Mexican incense wood? Also drank their Raison D'Etre, for obvious reasons. I ordered a veggie burger, slightly skeptically since this is Southern Delaware where most people still aren't sure what a vegetarian is, and boy was I surprised! It was a homemade concoction of beans and other yummy things, topped with cheese and roasted red peppers, yum! The fries were also delicate and delicious. Then I decided to do a VODKA tasting flight, since they ALSO make their own vodkas (!!!). Ordering this much alcohol may have been a slight mistake, since, after the beer flight, I also ordered a pint of their Burton Baton (a must-drink). In addition, the friendly bartenders were giving out (for free!) generous tastings of the peanut butter vodka with chocolate liquor, for a chocolate peanut butter martini! Quite a kick, unbelievably tasty! It sounds kind of off but it was actually amazing. For my flight, I went with the fruity vodkas, the Blood Orange, Pomegranate, Raspberry, and Strawberry. Since they really do use fresh ingredients, some flavors held better than others, and I must say the blood orange and the strawberry were spectacular and flavorful while the other two were decent but less impressive. I ended up buying a bottle of the strawberry vodka for a friend and a large bottle of the My Antonia brew for my brother-in-laws birthday, which is also very tasty. BE CAREFUL if you are going to be tasting the vodkas because they are actual shot size! Thus, after the equivalent of three beers, I was then given four shots of vodka, so bring a friend because that is too much vodka for one person to finish and leave the bar conscious. I tried to share with my barmates and they sipped the vodkas but we were already drinking too much to shoot these spirits straight up. In conclusion, come to Dogfish Head on a weekday in the afternoon, try every beer they have, order some good pub grub, and you will not be sorry!

    (5)

  • Kel F.

    I certainly have a deep fondness for this brew pub/eatery. I have been going to dogfishhead for years and have always loved it. I now have a deeper connection and love for it considering a recent incident. One of the servers was very rude to me a couple months ago when I went to the restaurant to eat. I was appalled by this based on the service I was used to, and even wondered if I should enter the establishment again! But I called in with a complaint, and the restaraunt manager was nothing but professional and kind to me. She totally went above and beyond to ensure that my next visits would be fantastic experiences. I think the ambiance, the crafted spirits , and the food are all working together to make a successful brew house that is so popular for good reason!

    (5)

  • Lady J.

    First restaurant I've ever been to that opens at 12 noon for lunch, instead of 11:30 am. That's my only complaint. I thought that since the owner is a parent too, he'd understand the convenience-factor of opening at 11:30 am. So our almost-2 y/o was a tad fussy by the time our meal came out. Obviously this is a brewery first. The beer is AMAZING & speaks for itself. The food, however, equally great! My husband got the Indulgence Burger & I got the portabella mushroom sandwich. Yum! Our kids got mini pizzas which looked like they came out of a box but I didn't care, they were happy! Our waitress was very attentive. Not really friendly, but certainly attentive & helpful, helped us pick out a few beers we couldn't get back home. Another benefit to them opening at 11:30 or even 11 am would be, hopefully, the noise level would GRADUALLY build. From the time the doors opened at noon there was a steady flow of customers & within 10 mins every single table was filled & every bar stool was occupied & it got LOUD, FAST. Anyway, hoping next time we visit we can really enjoy our beer. Hard to fully appreciate with two kids in tow. ;)

    (4)

  • Sarah M.

    We headed up to Dogfish Head from Ocean City and were super excited to try a bunch of beers and see how the food was. The place is huge - big family crowd on a Saturday, but we didn't have a wait. We were starving so we threw in an order for hummus and I ordered the standard flight of beers. My boyfriend tried a beer that they were only serving at the Brewpub - I believe it was a Summer Ale. Our hummus never came out, but we had some of the crab soup which was absolutely delicious - a little brothier than the average crab soup and the corn added some real sweetness and crunch. I ordered the fish and chips -and it came - two huge pieces of fish with a thick flavorful breading speckled with herbs. The fries were hand cut and I thoroughly enjoyed this. Started to feel tipsy toward the middle of the meal and the thick breading really helped sop up my "raison d'etre" buzz... Z had the short ribs which came on a square of polenta with a raison d'etre broth --- delicious, tender, and the polenta was perfect to sop up the deep brown broth. We finished with a flight of the spirits- choosing the peanut butter vodka as our flavored vodka. I loved the honey rum. Overall, this was a really fun meal in a fun place - I enjoyed straying away from crab for a few hours and eating a meal prepared with the delicious beers of Dogfish Head!

    (4)

  • Steve W.

    I had held off going here based on the fact the place was always so busy but had an opportunity to have a late lunch here on a weekday. I was very pleasantly surprised by the food. I had drank a wide variety of thier beers over the years and was a fan so knew what to expect however the meal was nearly on par. The stand out menu item that I was most impressed with was the corn and crab chowder. I can't say enough good thing sabout. The restaurant itself was rustic and service was friendly and quick. The prices were reasonable for a resort area. I certainly will stop in again if in the Rehobeth area.

    (4)

  • Kiesha J.

    Husband, sister-in-law, sister-in-law's fiancee and I rolled down from New York City this past weekend to Rehoboth Beach exclusively for Dogfish Head. We got in Thursday at 4 p.m. so we could do the Brewpub tour, which was fun. We then settled down to do some drinking and eating. I started with a Lawnmower, which was a good beginner beer, just like the menu says. Nothing too out of this world, but it was a solid starter. I then moved onto a flight and sampled Midas Touch, Shelter Pale Ale, Pangaea, Raison D'Etre and Palo Santo Marron. Midas Touch was hands-down my favorite, while the Palo Santo Marron got handed to the husband after a sip. A little too heavy for me. The other beers were all great. I sampled several other beers, including Noble Rot, which was FANTASTIC. I highly recommend it. It's like Apple Cider and Champagne got together and made a baby. Delicious. Thursday was $6 pizza night, so I got a pizza with chicken, spinach and roasted red peppers. It was good. Not the best pizza I've ever eaten, but certainly delicious and worth $6 (if not more). I also had some of the hummus and pita chips, and man, that hummus was delicious. Complex and tasty. We took two growlers back to our hotel room - Lawnmower and Shelter Pale Ale. We polished them off in short order. Friday we went to the brewery and had a great time, getting a little buzzed off the free tastings at noon. Great way to spend the day. And we got to meet Sam as we were leaving! He signed my husband's copy of "Brewing up a Business" and posed for photos with us. Such a stand-up guy. Friday night, we went back to the brewpub and had more Noble Rot and Burton Baton and everything else. I got the veggie burger this time around, as did my vegan sister-in-law, who was convinced it was real beef. It wasn't, but it's very close. We ended the night by polishing off a couple of bottles of Namaste, and then refilled one of our growlers with Lawnmower and picked up a bottle of Namaste for the room and again polished them off with no trouble. The price was great for both nights (gotta love that no tax thing!) and we loved the atmosphere. Sitting at the bar Thursday night had its advantages, and we had a bartender who was great. Friday night we sat at a table upstairs, so service was a little slower, but still good. Nobody was rude and our requests were filled. My husband and I are already planning our next trip back. Such a great, positive atmosphere and, of course, amazing beer. P.S. This place will make a beer drinker out of you. I liked a few beers before I went, but now I like about 15 more. I'm pretty sure I drank more in two days than I ever did in the rest of my life.

    (5)

  • Kristen C.

    Was here last weekend and really enjoyed it! Reasonable prices and good food! The wait seemed long-ish, but I guess it's because it's still tourist season... Def plan to go back!

    (4)

  • Devon H.

    After taking a ferry across the Delaware Bay, biking through Lewes, a housing development, and along a bike path (which was very nice by the way, Delaware has excellent bike paths) my friend and I finally reached out destination--very thirsty and ready to chow down. It was pre-season and between lunch and dinner so we got to enjoy the deck with no rush and few other customers. Our waiter (I'm sorry, do not remember his name) was very knowledgeable about the beer and helped us pick out a flights according to what kind of beer we like to drink. He also didn't knock any of my choices, which I think is important to note. No one likes a beer/food/wine snob. Dogfish makes a variety of beer and I can't remember what I had chosen for my tasting but I'm fan of most of their beers. However do not recommend the "lawnmower" (or something like that) because it is pretty much like ordering a generalized light beer. They definitely have better options. BUT some people like really light beer and if that's your style then choose that. Now the food--we were really really hungry. I mean we had been on an adventure to get there and still had to adventure back, so we needed some sustenance. Oh, and my friend is vegan. I'm not sure what we ordered but I remember it was all very good. Especially the hummus. Yummmm. Plus they had plenty of options for vegans and vegetarians. After we drank, ate, drank, lounged, drank, ate, drank, soaked up sun and drank some more we eventually hobbled over to our bikes and continued on our journey. It was a fabulous way to spend a late spring day and I highly recommend you check out Lewes, the Ferry, the bike paths and most importantly, Dogfish!

    (5)

  • Jose A.

    I'm really confused as to how you could not give this place 5 stars, they get all of the latest and greatest dogfish head experiments, you can get their spirits here, and order what they call a chic-choc, chicory stout with chocolate vodka, tastes better than it sounds :) The food is great too, try the dogpile if their still doing that, it was their take on a nacho-esc appetizer, pretty good stuff... Wish I was closer to make this spot a regular hang out...

    (5)

  • William B.

    The food is, well, it's just there. Eat elsewhere unless you're there listening to some live music and feel the urge for a snack. If that's the case, then it's acceptable. The beers! My, God, the beers! They have all their regular (if you can call them that) brews plus some brew pub-only exclusives. You may not like everything they have, but if you don't find something you do like then go buy your Natural Light, stay away, and shut up. They also have a distillery which makes a pretty good gin. I can't speak to the vodkas (I don't drink vodka) or the rum, which they were out of when I was there. Book a nearby hotel, eat beforehand, and try to work your way through the beer list.

    (4)

  • Aruna A.

    Really big fan of the Dogfish Brewery - they have a variety of beers, their own liquors, and special every now and then available concoctions. Additionally, their brewery is super awesome. There is a vast amount of space - both upstairs and downstairs, and there is even a little venue for live music on some days. The food was delicious - we ordered a round of the onion rings - which were each a lot like the size of an onion donut (huge). In addition, me and a friend split a pizza - the pizza was good -not great, and the toppings were sparse and weirdly organized (lots of spinach, tiny little mushrooms). There were plenty of veg and non veg options - and the drinks were varied and every agreed they were delicious. The wait staff was pleasant, and in general - this was an enjoyable brewery in a shore town!

    (4)

  • DC Dad M.

    This is a great place - especially if you love world-class beer. The beer is so good here that I would give it 3 stars even if they fed me dog food and made me eat out of a dog bowl. Late last month, Robert Plant, Lead Singer of Led Zeppelin and his son, stopped by the Milton Dogfish Brewery since the son founded a brewery. Dogfish is an incredible place if you appreciate great beer and it has to be in the top ten in the world. The food is very good - the beer is heavenly and my wife and kids love the place. They have a little store right by the restaurant where you can buy specialty beer that are not sold in stores. You can also buy some of their excellent spirits - including my fave, "Jin," which is the best variation of gin that I've ever tried. I don't work for Dogfish, I'm not an investor, I've never gotten even a free beer but this is an amazing place.

    (5)

  • Kamo H.

    greetings from dover, delaware. we are leaving the state today. (excuse all typos gotta check out of our room and i am rushing like a fat kid @ a buffet ) last night we went 2 dogfish head brewing & eats. we are on vacation visiting family, and we wanted 2 do 2 things while we were here. go 2 punkin chunkin and drink beer at dogfish. we have been watching the reality show about the company on netflix. my wife is a huge fan of the show. so she had super high hopes. i wish i could say that the dining experience lived up 2 the hype, but...it did not. i don't want 2 ramble , but i probably will. ;-) below aer a few bullet points about our experience friendo! 1. the beer is awesommmmeeeeee!!! i love the vision that the founder of the company has. he is truly passionate, and i always respect & tip my hat 2 some1 doing what they love. i loved the bitches brew. my better half got the sampler. and she and i loved the old school. old school is amazing it has a high alcohol content. my girl is irish so we love thattttt! the pumkin was also epic. the beer is great, the ambiance uhhh..... 2. the service has room for improvement. our server was ok. she was nice but she seemed like she was zoned out on pills, or maybe she had a date with mary jane on her break. which is okay, thc is a friend of mine. but she just seemed aloof and spaced out. i never saw a person look so content fodling napkins. often instead of checking on us or other tables, she just meandered around the restaurant. the hostess was kind of rude also. the hostess is like an nfl offensive line. they are important , but often taken for granted and overlooked. we have a 2 month old, and the hostess initially tried to sit us near the kitchen by the bar in a high traffic area. and there was a table or booth available. i know u can't have a high chair in the aisle. b/c she educated me on this fact. (cheers 2 management for training her properly. ) but it was a downer, 2 come into a place we were excited 2 see, and to be greeted by a somber hostess. the hostess sets the tone, they should be attentive and welcoming. i want to feel like we are a guest at a friends home not an intruder or a solicitor. we spent $49 bucks on beer and food. i think the food is appropriately priced. the chowder is epic! i could eat a whole pot of it. the soup is amazing. get it now!! the calamari had great flavor, but it was cold when it was brought 2 the table. and the sauce felt like it had been refrigerated. get the soup. i did not want to send my calamari back b/c i watched the movie "waiting" and i don't want bodily fluids in my soup . lol. they would never do that. no that only happens in the movies ;-) the other problem i have is with the person selling the merchandise. we went to the restaurant on 11/3/13 @ around 6-7pm. we asked our server that was flying high if we could buy t-shirts. and she said, " there outside somewhere, i think they have a few items for sale, but u have 2 check,i don't know." cool beans. so we went outside after our meal ,and the guy working the booth was not a happy camper. mind you it's november and i have an 8 week old baby. so i approach the booth, before i could speak, he said 'hold on' & dissapeared for a few minutes. not a big deal, maybe he had 2 pee idk, but it was kind of rude. then we he came back he had a horrific attitude. i asked if he had a certain size he said maybe, i am not sure. he made it feel like we were bothering him by asking him questions about the different products we wanted to buy. the sweatshirts are $55 bucks which is okay with me. b/c the sweatshirts are awesome!!!! and so are the t-shirts, but i think all employees should treat customers like they matter. act as if. act as if u own the place. the guy in the booth with his hoodie on was more interested in adjusting his heater, then helpin us. we spent$80 bucks on a t-shirt and a namaste hoodie. the hoodie is really bad ass! i would have gladly spent $100 more b/c i am whore for cool t-shirts and various souvenirs that i don't need. but the guys poor attitude really was upsetting. we came all the way from sacramento to have fun, not be treated like unwanted guests at a party. he didn't say anything rude but it was his vibe, his attitude. if u don't like your job quit! it's not fair to the company or customers. overall though i will be back like the terminator. b/c i am a lush and i love beer. we are of-centered people that love the of centered beer. great tagline brotha! stay + and keep making kick ass beers. maybe next time the experience will be better. get better not bitter right?! eat the chowder and drink the beer. your body will thank u 4 it. lol. well minus the lovehandles, and beer belly, but it feels great going down. long live dogfish. we are not trying 2 bash the place, just want 2 be honest. everyone has good and bad days. be gr8 2day! grow w/ kamo! and drink more dogfish head beeerrr & chowder!! stay+ grow daily w/ kamo haze!

    (3)

  • Michael O.

    What a pleasant surprise. I was expecting something touristy and overpriced like Goose Island. NOT the case. Great beers and a really tasty and reasonable menu. We happened in on a Thursday and they had a pizza special for only $6! And I am not kidding, it is delicious pizza. I had a great time and can't wait to go back.

    (4)

  • Paulie L.

    Absolutely horrible table service (It took half an hour for them to bring us our drinks), entrees were very bland, hour long wait on a random Tuesday at 2pm. BUT... the beer is outstanding, and the appetizers (crab/corn soup, fried pickle) were great.

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  • Rev. Robert D.

    The beer is good the food is ok.

    (3)

  • Roy L.

    Great place - good service. I can't help notice though that they really like there chives here.

    (3)

  • Kris P.

    Love the craft brews! Plus it's one of the only places to get the beers they don't bottle, like the 120 min IPA (super strong!) and make-your-own-sampler of their beers. We make this a mandatory happy hour stop and sit out back every year during our summer vacation. The food is amazing as well. Get the "dogpile" appetizer, which doesn't sound so great, but is delicious!

    (5)

  • Murphy W.

    Great beer! I wouldn't' eat here again.... They claim to use local food, which is great, but the presentation and cooking of the food was an issue for the kitchen staff. We got the Dogpile app... it was more like a hotmess... heavy and greasey... I got a pizza and it fell way short on my expectations... the mystery crust was not good and it was way too cheesey, like the app... The wife got a burger... that sucked as well! 5 starts for the beer, 1 star for the food

    (3)

  • Natalie F.

    Best beer EVER! I have been here twice and sat at the bar and outside on the patio for dinner. Both times were excellent. They have the most amazing selection of super flavorful and delicious beers. I absolutely loved the "Sah' tea" it had so many different flavor elements. (cloves, Cinnamon, cardamon, ginger, black tea and black pepper) We also ordered the fried Calamari which came with soy sauce and cocktail sauce. It also was topped with banana peppers which gave it an extra kick! They have a great selection of sandwiches, appetizers, seafood, pasta and deserts. The service is always exceptional and friendly. The prices are reasonable as well. Can't wait to come back!

    (5)

  • David B.

    what can i say? great local food. great beer. this place rocks. if you like craft beer you already know you must stop here. worth every penny.

    (5)

  • Allison L.

    My boyfriend is a huge fan of beer so I knew we'd be stopping at Dogfish Head while in Rehoboth. It was a weeknight when we went and therefore, not terribly crowded. The restaurant is pretty tiny. We started with the crab dip which was good but served with some weird, giant pita chips that seemed to have nutmeg or a similar spice on them... it was better with french fries. Crab cake was a little overcooked but still good. As for drinks, I had a hurricane (good) and my boyfriend had the peche beer (which I thought was good, and I don't care for beer) and the 120 minute IPA... which definitely knocked him on his ass. It started pouring right before we were about to leave so we had the apple crisp to kill some time... that was pretty good. They get their shipment of beer Wednesday, I think, so when we went on Tuesday there wasn't a ton of variety... keep that in mind if there are several that you want to try. All in all, fun place, walking distance from the boardwalk.

    (3)

  • Emily F.

    This place is fun, yummy and reasonably priced. I've only been during the summer, and it's always crowded, but worth the wait. My favorite item on the menu is the dogpile, which is an appetizer with fresh pita, oozy cheese, artichoke dip, green onions and tomato. It can easily be shared among several people. The veggie burger is among the best I've ever had, and I enjoy the Festina Peche beer when it's in season.

    (4)

  • Rich B.

    Great beer! Great food! Peach gazpacho is awesome!

    (5)

  • Lisa S.

    Amazing beer and amazing food!

    (5)

  • Stephen P.

    I had a hard time rating this place because having some of the best beer in the US was the biggest draw for me; the brewpub met my expectations there. I also enjoyed the fish and chips (the portion of fish is huge, and the batter is nearly perfect) and the fried pickles. However, based on our group's overall experience with slow service and some mediocre entrées, there is no way I could give a rating higher than 3 stars. It was difficult to even get our server's attention unless they had to deliver items to the table, which meant that we could not order additional beers after our first round for at least 30-40 minutes. Also, handing my friend a plate with an extremely hot portion with the hot side toward them and without a warning of the temperature was akin to handing someone a knife blade-side forward...

    (3)

  • Grant W.

    This could be considered my mecca. I made my pilgrimage this summer. My family was going to vacation there and I tagged along. The house they had rented happened to be less than a mile away from the brew pub. Now I have been a craft beer snob for a LONG time... And Dogfish Head was one of my all time favorite breweries. However after visiting it simply became my favorite. I got to try a lot of awesome beers that week. The best part about the brew pub are the unique brews not available for sale anywhere else! I got to try some really unique things... Though I am extremely sad that I missed the tapping of Chicha by three days... That would have been magical. However I did get to see a great band, and drink a lot of great brews. It was awesome to have my favorite beer Burton Baton on tap and that ended up being the one I drank the most. I also give the brew pub some credit for me getting together with my current girlfriend. She was dating someone else at the time, but dumped him during my week there. While drunk I made several calls to her that week walking to and from the brew pub. It was how I passed my time. It allowed me to really talk to her one on one for the first time about a lot of things, and gave me the liquid courage to write an e-mail telling her how I really felt about her.. This eventually led to her and I dating about a month later... So for that... Thank you Sam for the brew pub which led to me getting together with the love of my life... Oh and for the amazing brews. If you are a fan of craft brews... This is the place to go. It should be considered a holy place for all beer enthusiasts. It holds a special place in my heart, and I look forward to the day when I am able to return and drink some more amazing brews, and be surrounded by great people!

    (5)

  • Jim K.

    Used to be so much better. Over the last two years the service and food quality have really fallen. Atmosphere is still ok, beer and the bar are great, but there are serious issues otherwise. Last time I was there about a week ago, the waiter took about 15 minutes to acknowledge us, food took forever, and wasn't that great. Time before the food took forever to be prepared and when I finally got it, I got the fish and chips and while the outside was crispy, there was raw runny batter inside. It is too bad because it used to be much better, and the brew pub franchises in Virginia and Maryland are putting the original to shame.

    (2)

  • Daryl L.

    Great beer, great location. The beach town that is Rehoboth Beach, DE is great. It's cozy. It's easy to find intimate places away from the beach. There's plenty to do and lots of great places to eat. The boardwalk is super fun with it's blend of old time games like skeetball and shoot 'em up games like Terminator: Salvation (if you're into it). There's even a small amusement park and lots of beach favorites like salt water taffy and vinegar fries. Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats is definitely one of the highlights of the area. It's quite popular. The Rosemary Parmesan fries are probably why. That and the great selection of well made beer and spirits. Yes! Spirits! Liquor! I didn't try anything from their drinks menu because I was enthralled with the Chateau Jiahu. It's a great tasting honey beer, sweet and strong. However, it's very much unlike a cider in it's sweetness. It still maintains a barley malt tinge without losing the hints of berries and honey. I'm still trying to find the right words to describe, but I think the best thing to do is just put it in your mouth and try it. Me and the lady also had some regular fries, which were brilliant. My guess is that they use peanut oil. They were very crisp. Overall, the environment was friendly. It gets super busy around supper time, and I do mean supper time, not dinner at 8pm. The menu seems standard, but like the brew, there's always a little twist to take it off center. We only went for drinks, but next time I'm in Rehoboth Beach, I'm looking forward to the full experience. I am a fan.

    (4)

  • Lauren C.

    Beer: AWESOME. Can't go wrong with several DFH beers on tap. Plus they have limited edition beers on tap too. We were there for the Weekend of Compelling Ales and whatnot and they were serving a few beers through the Randall. You can get samplers and try a whole lot. Food: OK. There was some spinach dip concoction on pita. Just be aware that it was very cheesy and greasy (a little too much for my tastes). Atmosphere: Fun. DFH beer drinkers are cool people.

    (4)

  • Jarred F.

    I LOVE Dogfish beer and I LOVE visiting the Dogfish Head Brewpub when in town every summer. The food is good not great, stick with the burgers and the pizza. But, one comes here not for the food, but for the EXCELLENT brews concocted by the great Dogfish Head brewers. Try ANY of their beers and you won't be upset you did. I recommend Sah'Tea when in season, my personal favorite Palo Santo Maron, the wine of beer, and of course the IPA's that Dogfish is so famous for, specifically the 90 Minute or even the less strong 60. DO NOT MISS this place when in Rehoboth, especially if you appreciate unique American Ales.

    (5)

  • Michael F.

    Excellent beer! I never like beer much, until I tried all the wonderful brews by Dogfish. They make so many interesting flavors that even the most adamant beer hater can find a flavor they like. My favorites... Black and Blue: blueberry and blackberry beer Fort: raspberry beer Aprihop: apricot Chicory Stout: Mexican coffee, chicory, St. John's wort, licorice Festina Peche: peach hefeweizen Pangaea: has an ingredient from all seven continents. They claim there is a bit of Antarctic water as well. This is mostly like a dry ginger ale in beer form. As for non-alcoholic drinks, try the birch beer! I've only heard of root beer before I came to Delaware, but birch beer is way better!

    (5)

  • Chris C.

    I have to admit that my ease in giving 5 stars was based solely on my deep love for the beer they make however even without the beer the restaurant could stand on it's own as a pretty great place. I've been here a handful of times over the past 9 months or so and each time the experience has been progressively better than the last. My first meal (I think chicken of some type) didn't blow me away but I think it may have just been prepared in a way that didn't suit my taste as it didn't seem poorly prepared. I happen to like a lot of seafood dishes and for that they don't have as much as I would personally like to see. A lot of the dishes seem to lean towards a really nice bar type food style. I will say that the EASY stand out for me is the Crab Corn Chowder! This stuff is the S@#$! Great creamy base with GINORMOUS chunks of crab, plenty of corn and a superior taste. The service has always been very good and I can't remember having any issues with a wrong order or a salty server. Seating has never been an issue either and I have never waited very long, if at all, for a table even when it was packed. Also, as a side note, it is a HUGE plus when wanting to visit here that they have their own parking lot. I'm sure it fills up but considering the only other options are lame parking meters that only take lousy quarters it's nice to even have the prospect of an easy free spot. Again, lets be clear, I'd still go here if I had to park in the sand and they only served hay and crab shells. Having the chance to sample multiple varieties of their beer in one spot is a religious experience for me. The last time I was here I sampled a 2006 120 minute IPA, among others but I cannot WAIT till the 120 minute is back in production, sooo tasty... and efficient too. How often can you get ripped off of one beer? Not that I would want to of course, it's hard to enjoy the rest of their liquid pleasures if I'm face down in a bowl of trail mix. Puleeze open a place in Wilmington!!

    (5)

  • P D.

    The most fun in Rehoboth. Flights of beer (5) for around $7 or $8, fantastic service, fun atmosphere ... Hard to have less than a great time here. Really enjoyed most of the food we've ordered, but the pizzas were disappointing ... Someone is way too pepper-happy in the kitchen. Love this place so much that it still earns 5 stars from me.

    (5)

  • Ange D.

    The beer is great. The standards are always available with seasonal and test beers. Don't hold your breath for excellent food to go with your beer. Points for a menu that tells you exactly where your food came from, but the kitchen needs some menu tweaking. The artichoke dip was so heavy and fatty we didn't even eat half. Beer = 5 Food = 3

    (4)

  • Rodge B.

    Not really into the microbrew thing, so I usually stick with the Lawnmower Light when I go to DFH. The chicken and shrimp club on the dark toast is GOOD. The best time to go is in September when the weather is still nice and the crowds aren't as big. And they're sure to get bigger with the Brew Masters show on TV.

    (4)

  • Mike B.

    Great beer, nice place. Really good thin fresh cut fries.

    (4)

  • Karen A.

    Good food, GREAT beer. As if I needed to tell you that... I've always been a huge fan of Dogfish Head beers, so it was great to get some favorites on tap and try some new beers that are made exclusively for this bar. Cafe de Que?, Poppa Skull, and Johnny Cask all made the trip worth it. The food was good, I really liked the wings. I also tried a pizza with shrimp and feta that was pretty tasty. With the amount that my party ordered to eat and drink, I was pleased at how reasonable the check was. I loved the bar area. We were eventually seated at a table upstairs which was pretty chill (not as loud and there are a couple of pool tables. But the action is definitely downstairs. I will probably opt to eat at the bar next time.

    (5)

  • Kimberly E.

    Not worth your time or money! The hostess and server were very snotty. The burger I ordered (which according to the waitress was a specialty) was a burnt nugget on what tasted like a stale bun. I ordered it with blue cheese and it I arrived plain. The lemonade was carbonated and the Cobb salad arrived with no dressing. My friend's fish was burnt on the bottom. One of the worst meals I ever had. The one star is for the waitress and beer my friend drank.

    (1)

  • Igor B.

    This is a classic brewpub! The place is so packed during summer I think that sometimes they're just so overwhelmed. That said, I think they do pretty well. Fish always good, as is artichoke spinach dip appetizer. Food is always fresh & well prepared. Last visit they served the most incredible gazpacho of my life: Watermelon gazpacho with a surprisingly zesty kick. They offered fewer lighter "lawn mower" beers, but I for one was glad they had more of their specialty brews like My Antonia or the unique and unusual Sah Tea. There' s always the refreshing IPA's on hand. I remember one summer I couldn't even get Midas Touch, but not this past summer. You shouldn't drink anything but their best and classic beers if you come here. I was surprised there were no summer fruit beers though last time, like Festina Peche or Aprihop.

    (4)

  • Jay R.

    okay... I will start with the food: Ordered Calamari and a burger. Calamari was great, not rubbery. Dipping sauces were blah. soy sauce and cocktail sauce = boring. Burger, ordered it medium. Came out Med-well. Good but not great. Fries, = luke warm but good. Now on with the beer: Sampler of: Midas Touch Pangea Red & White Burton Barton All very good, but the Burton Barton is freaking amazing! Strong ale mixed with IPA aged in wood = fantastic! Overall: Food = average brew pub, nothing special Beer = amazing, Best on East Coast, period.

    (4)

  • Brandyn R.

    The short ribs with polenta was amazing. My partner loved their Indulgence Burger. The crab and corn chowder was rich and delish. I would recommend trying a custom beer sampler.

    (5)

  • Nat B.

    I'd have to say ditto to Brendan M. when he said that he'll give DFH 5 stars for their beer. I, too drink it year round, and I especially love the Punkin Ale seasonal that's out now. Woot! Anyways I stopped by this place over Labor Day weekend a couple times with a few friends and both times we were totally satisfied with the restaurant. The service was speedy, friendly and attentive. The bartender was easy to talk with and he makes excellent recommendations. The food was top-notch. We ordered the salmon sandwich and mein gott - SO good! They also had fried pickle spears for apps and wow that was REAL good as well! Their beer selection far exceeded what you'd normally find in a beer store so be sure to try out their exclusives when you visit. I'd highly recommend the DFH Ale. This one was recommended by the bartender on my first visit and he was right on when he said it was hoppy like a 60 minute IPA but has the sweetness from the 90 minute IPA. Only if they would sell them in stores! When in Rehoboth Beach, keep walking past all the other "breweries" and taverns on the strip and go to the DFH Alehouse. You'll thank me later.

    (5)

  • Megan R.

    Good food, great beer, what more could you ask for? Very good service for how busy the place was. Recommendations: For an appetizer, get the Dogpile. A huge amount of food for $10 and it will easily keep four hungry adults entertained until the main course arrives. Beer: Festina Peche. Not everyone will like this beer, but it was a unique summer beer that I really enjoyed. A little on the sour side but very refreshing. I finished up with a Palo Santo Marron which was even better. This one is heavier so save towards the end. My sandwich was good, I got the Portobello Sandwhich which I liked because it came with a salad instead of french fries. Everybody at the table enjoyed their food. Best place we stopped at during our week stay in Rehoboth :-)

    (5)

  • Renee S.

    This is a great place to eat and drink some of the best beers on the planet. The service is good - although it's very crowded! The food is great. The beer is awesome. The live music is fun. I'd recommend this place to anyone. Thanks Dogfish Head for making our vacation one of the most memorable ones we've ever had! We love you!

    (5)

  • Sandy J.

    We have been dogfish head brew fans for a few years but hadn't had chance to check out the brewery or brew pubs(yet till weekend of 9/30). Dave did the brewery tour in milton ( I hear the treehouse is pretty cool) while we both imbibed at their pub in Rehobeth for happy hour. A good start to the close of a vacation week for us. Several rounds of pumpkin ale topped by the chateau jihua and corn crab chowder were supreme. I loved the chateau so much we had to go on search of beverage stores late that night to get what we could to bring back to NY. You got the right atmosphere of bar and food and fun in your pub gang. Well wishes for continued success! PS- your bartenders & the locals made us feel welcome and like locals.

    (4)

  • Andy G.

    Better than average pub grub, but that's not why you go there. You go there for the beer. I had a burger and spicy watermelon soup. It was incredible. The pizza was top notch. Dogfish Head is, as far as I can tell, the best craft brewery in America. Stone and Bells are pretty solid, but the stuff they do here is amazing.

    (5)

  • Alex P.

    I love dogfish beer and I was dreaming of finally coming to this establishment. Stick to the beer and appetizers, the main plates are a disappointment. Still going here today after coming last night but it's a shame I'll have to go somewhere else for dinner to make the wife happy.

    (4)

  • Laura D.

    Our favorite place to go - for both a family outing with the little ones, and a night out on the town. Service is always great. Food is always good. And, of course the wonderful collection of good brews. We avoid going in the summer, as it get's insanely hectic. Other than that, can't say enough. Make sure you try the bacon stout cheesecake...you won't be sorry!

    (5)

  • Green G.

    On the road again. Took opportunity to visit one of the mecca's of craft ales and was not disappointed. Had the Beard de Garde. Truly a unique and memorable treat. So many flavors and layers! Also enjoyed the wood fired pizza. Good service, knowledgable staff. Recommended.

    (5)

  • Dom R.

    It is true, DFH Beer tastes better here! Stick to what Sam is known for being good at...DFH makes great BEER people, not food! Really, the food isn't all that bad. It was actually pretty solid considering all of the negative reviews people have written about the food. Pro Tip: The food tastes better after you've downed a couple DFH brews. I recommend the beer flights to try as many (why not all?) brews they have available on draft from one of the best Craft Brewers in the United States. Go for all the exceptional beers, stay for some food. And for dessert, I recommend the Peanut Butter Vodka. Yes, I said PB Vodka. And, yes I said for dessert. Don't believe me.

    (4)

  • Lisa R.

    This place is located right in the middle of a tourist trap. The road that leads to the restaurant is lined with "crap" shops and cheesy restaurants. It's a welcome change of pace for me to see this type of cheesiness outside of Time Square. The restaurant/brewery isn't as large as I thought it would be but it's packed and full of really friendly folks. You can easily tell everyone enjoying the Dogfish brews. My bf and I tried out several of the brews on tap. However, these stood out the most to me: the Shelter Pale Ale which was nice, slightly malty and very drinkable; the Fermentini which was very interesting since I'm a huge fan of gin martinis, was a great try but isn't something I would want more than a pint of at one time. The food was pretty good too. The pizza with goat cheese and mushrooms was a huge flavor blast. Although we didn't order it, I really wish I had their mac-n-cheese because the lady beside me must have weighed 90 pounds and cleaned her plate of it! (Talk about a true recommendation!) Overall, this place was lively and loads of fun.

    (4)

  • Matthew A.

    The food was very good, but the service was slow. It took forever for the food to get to the table and it took a long time just to get salt. The fish tacos were flavorful and moist, and the pizza was delicious. The burger was cooked perfectly and the salmon sandwich was tasty.

    (4)

  • Len D.

    I'm a big fan of IPA's and also all of Dogfish Head's beer. Those bitter beer lover's who haven't tried the 60, 90, or if it's in season the 120 minute IPA then you have to come here and get it on tap. I don't think there is anything better than that. One thing I didn't know, is they distill alcohol now too. I didn't get to try it, but I was told they have tours at 4:30 on certain days. One thing to note for those who haven't tried their beers, the pattern is very hoppy and usually a lot higher in alcohol than most beers. The food was excellent. I had the fish and chips which was good , but I don't think I would pay $16 to get it again. I tried my girlfriend's burger (the indulgence) which was served in a focaccia bread. I don't like burgers served in focaccia because its usally really hard and sometimes too crunchy. But this bread was soft and I was suprised how good the burger was. What suprised me the most was the dessert. We had the Sundae served with beer chocolate sauce and hop infused brownies. For those who might be scared you don't really taste the hops or the beer in the chocolate, but it does add something different to both that is hard to describe. I am definetely coming here again whenever I come home to SJ.

    (5)

  • Eric F.

    The beers were tasty ($6 a piece - not listed) The Namaste had a wonderful hint of lemongrass. The Positive Contact had many intriguing layers. The portabella sandwich was substantial and actually quite a messy eat. The veggie burger was better than standard grocery store versions for sure. The service was prompt and friendly. The bathrooms need an upgrade badly.

    (4)

  • M G.

    Food was great but service was lacking. Our server spent time with smaller groups and was not in the running for the 20% gratuity that was added due to the size of the party.

    (3)

  • Christopher N.

    Decent, choose beers for sampler wisely. The beer variety is plentiful, yet I didn't like the ones I chose, at least they were just 4 oz glasses. Food was decent, hence the 3 star decent rating.

    (3)

  • Phil H.

    My wife and I have been coming to Dogfish since it opened and at one time was a requisite for any trip to Rehoboth. Not so much now. The management apparently does not care if the customers are satisfied and the food is good. All they care about is sales and with the crowds outside, why should they. With a captive audience in Rehoboth they have absolutely no reason to improve the service and the food. If it wasn't for the good beer, this place would be shuttered a long time ago. I see the owner Sam Calagione from time to time at beer tastings and the Best of Delaware and more than one occasion told him the quality of his resturuant is declining and he always tells me he is getting new management, etc....blah blah blah...I will still go in for a great beer but as far as food is, go next door to the Fin Bar for happy hour and get a great burger and great fries along with cheap pints. Or go across the street to Fins. Much better food and service. Get with the program Sam

    (3)

  • Allyson P.

    5 stars for the beer and three for the food. Dogfish Head's beer is amazing, and they serve bottles at the restaurant for less than you can buy them at stores in DC-definitely a plus. Food wasn't that impressive though. I got to try shark for the first time, which was kind of exciting. It was on a kabob though, and some of the pieces were a bit overcooked, making them kind of tough. The flavor was nice though, and the pieces that were less well cooked were really good. A couple of people got burgers and weren't particularly happy with them. The bread was dry, and the burgers somehow weren't real flavorful, in spite of being topped with cheddar cheese, and onion ring and crumbled bacon. Fries were also kind of mushy. Service was really friendly, the outside tables are great, and we never felt rushed, even though there was a long line of people waiting for tables.

    (4)

  • Brent G.

    Not only is the beer exceptional, but the food is locally sourced and delicious. The burger was divine, and the chocolate cheesecake is exceptional. This is also you chance to taste brews in the Dogfish Head R&D pipeline!!

    (5)

  • Brian R.

    Wow - a brewpub with good food! What the ? I think this is the first time I've been to a brewpub that actually tastes good. Really cool place, world class beers, a worthy stop for anyone who enjoys choice drink. They even have dogfish liquor which I was completely unaware of. I like how they feed the cows they cook the refuse from the brewery. By the way the burgers were delicious!

    (4)

  • Emily G.

    Appetizers were amazing!- get the fried pickles and calamari. Beers were delicious. Dinner was great!- pizzas were good, although my mother reports the roast beef was 'ok'. Dessert was disgusting!- we were somehow talked into the bacon cheesecake, seriously awful! We told our server and he prompted responded that some people just don't like it- those people are us! Will def be back to try the bread pudding!

    (4)

  • Stephanie O.

    This is one of my favorite places to eat and drink in Rehoboth Beach. The food is good, the service is friendly, and the beverages are amazing. The only problem is that lots of people agree with me, so it's often crowded as hell and noisy as a result. That's the only reason I don't give DFH 5 stars. Seriously, I love them!

    (4)

  • Kori B.

    Let me clear the air first. I love Dogfish Head brew. I love that I can get to try all their beers (that are currently being made) here. I love that they have their own vodka here too. The food here on the other hand. Blah. My crab cake sandwich was bland and cold. The fries were eh. I was expecting better from these guys! I'd come back, but just to pick up some beer to go, which they conveniently sell!

    (2)

  • Josh K.

    Done Fetching What makes beer fans so crazy about Dogfish? Is it their hop forward nature, boozy blastoffs, creative interpretations of ancient Mayan recipes or over hyped cult status as the ultimate palate pusher of off centered beers that often taste too off for my taste? When it's all said and done, what legacy does Dogfish leave behind besides a shitty restaurant, hard to pronounce beer names, stripped down beer ingredient listing labels, stop watched timed IPA's, or unpoundable, highly alcoholic brews that should have DUI written all over them? I hate to come off as a jaded ex-lover but I'm no longer gaga over Dogfish. It's no longer love at first sip. Now, the thrill barely lasts past my first throw down. Nonetheless, I entered the original Dogfish Restaurant in Rehoboth Beach like a pumped up, overly anxious, virgin that couldn't wait to sample the real thing straight from the creamy, flowy taps. I tried the Raison, Palo Santo and Burton Baton for old time sake to see if it could match the intense joy that I felt from that first showering splash. But I didn't burst with joy or get off from these hard to locate servings. These once beautiful babies failed to take my breath away and get me up for anymore sud spilling adventures. Then again, the sherry drowned crab soup and flavorless Mac and Cheese didn't get me in the mood for another lackluster throw down or any deeper exploration either. When I first sampled exotic beers from Dogfish like their gold winner, Midas Touch, I got tickled with joy by that initial mouth-feel of lush, orange honey that coated my virgin lips. But that thrill faded once I slurped it all down because it tasted too sweet for my taste, and when I inhale a beer I don't want to taste perfume down there, I want to taste liquid bread. I understand that beers like Midas Touch stimulate the imagination and open up our palates to what beer can be made into which is a noble, admirable mission yet don't expect me to blow a wad or any more cash on these stroked over joy rides. When I think of great beer, I think of an Unearthly IPA from Southern Tier that wets my appetite for more that also comes alive in my mouth from top to bottom. I can't say that any Dogfish beer has been able to sustain that level of anticipated excitement. The 90 Minute IPA is a nice beer but how great is it when it takes me 90 minutes to finish my second? Craft beer still only represents 3% of the beer sales in the US, so there is still plenty of room for another craft brewer like Southern Tier to become a bigger beer player than Dogfish knowing that they have more signature, drinkable, mind opening beers that can finally push more conservative beer drinkers on to the other side.

    (2)

  • Greg K.

    Sam, I love what you've done for the craft beer industry. I even got the chance to try a "experimental" batch of Urkontinent at the pub before you started bottling it. You've got some amazing brews that have changed many of the die-hard palates of the InBev/Miller-Coors zombies. But, buddy, you gotta work on the menu. I gotta take 1 star off only for that. Sorry, but the food doesn't match the beer. (And, I've met you twice at 'Savor' both in D.C. and in 2013 in NYC, but needless to say not the venue to be handing you my probably-unwanted advice.)

    (4)

  • Rory F.

    Amazing craft beer, above average food, outdoor seating, distillery, all just several blocks from the beach and boardwalk in Rehobeth. If you're a true hop head and you're here on a weekday around happy hour, ask if they're using Randall. Randall the Enamel Animal is a Dogfish-designed dryhopping filter that is attached between a keg of IPA and your glass. The beer runs through the whole hops and the alcohol pulls the oil from the hops, infusing your beer with one final shot of hoppiness. Sam Calagione, the founder of DFH, dubbed it Randall the Enamel Animal because people said that it made the beer so hoppy that it felt like it was stripping the enamel from your teeth. Ask if they have any of their experimental brews on tap. Once in a while the brew doctors at the brewery in Milton will make a few kegs worth of something crazy and serve it up at the brewpub. This is the only place it's available. If people love it here, it could become the next major release. The food is pub fare but I'd say that it's well above average. They have wood-fired pizza, a good selection of seafood and salads in addition to the burger and sandwich staples you'd expect. Much of the food is locally sourced from the Delmarva peninsula. A good example is the beef from cows on a nearby ranch. The cows are fed the leftover beer barley from the DFH brewing process, so there's a little bit of beer in that burger! It's the circle of life! At a window outside they sell beer-to-go in growlers, as well as 6-packs. 6-packs and cases are 10-20% cheaper than retail stores. They also sell all kinds of logo merchandise including t-shirts, hats, sweatshirts, and even Dogfish Head infused soap. I think it's important to note that the Dogfish Head Alehouse locations in Gaithersburg, Maryland and Falls Church, Virginia are under completely independent ownership and management. They serve the DFH beers and license the name and brand. The food menu at these places is completely different than the original, DFH-owned Brewpub in Rehobeth. I've had decent experiences at these places but they shouldn't be confused with the real deal.

    (5)

  • Jess W.

    Service/management is horrible... Almost make me not want to buy their beer anymore. Why support a product when there own employees have no respect for what they are selling. Total disappointment!

    (1)

  • Becca R.

    So I have to update my review about the veggie burger. Not worth getting now. They switched to using the Morningstar Farms black bean 1/4lb frozen patties that you get at Costco. Gross. The beer is still good, the fried pickles are still good, according to the spouse the falafel that is now on the menu is good. So I guess if you are a vegetarian skip the burger and go with the falafel.

    (3)

  • Jackie R.

    Me: "Would you judge me if I drink this truffle mustard like one of the beer samples?" Mark S.: "No." That is the stuff a great marriage is made of, folks. The ingredients in that truffle mustard and the bacon chocolate cheesecake, are almost as good. We know Dogfish Head makes great beer (Sah'tea is perhaps my favorite beer of all time), but who knew their food would be incredible, too. My only complaint is that they were out of a lot of the beers that were also out at the brewery, but luckily we were able to grab some bottles of the stuff we wanted to try at the store on the way out. Definitely a place to try if you're in the Rehoboth area!

    (4)

  • Jessica M.

    For his birthday, my boyfriend wanted to tour the Dogfish Head Brewery and spend the remainder of the day at the Brewpub. The Brewery tour was awesome. The bartender pouring the samples for the tastings and our tour guide were both very nice and entertaining. We loved our experience at the Brewery and stocked up on a bunch souvenirs. We headed to the Brewpub for a late lunch and we were completely turned off. The place wasn't busy. They had a steady flow of customers, but there were still several empty tables. Our waitress was all smiles and nice, but disappeared a lot. The crab and corn chowder was good. I had wings with the Palo Santo Marron BBQ sauce. They were ok. They probably would have been better if they were at least warm. They were COLD. I was shocked. My boyfriend had the Antelope Sliders and they were cold as well. They weren't as cold as my wings, but I wondered if our food sat around for a while before it was delivered to our table. Our plan was to move to the bar and drink until we were hungry for dinner then move back to a table. Cold food and not-so-great service was a huge turn-off. The beer was the best part of course! We ended up at another restaurant closer to our hotel. This place had great food, and had Dogfish Head 60 Min IPA on tap, so it wasn't a completely wasted weekend. I'd like to visit the brewpub again in the hopes of having a better experience. Unfortunately, it's a 3 hour drive from home, so maybe I'll go again in a couple of years. Even though this was a negative review on the brewpub, Dogfish Head is still high on my list of favorite beer!

    (2)

  • George R.

    13 of us rode beach cruisers over the ferry and after a gorgeous 8 mile bike ride and ended up at dogfish about 2 on a Saturday . Place was jamming but grabbed a couple seats at bar. We tasted lots of beer which all were really good. Bartenders were excellent, as we also had their own distiller flavored vodka. The blood orange was only so-so but the peanut butter vodka was surprising very good.. I had cup of white bean and sausage w/ jalapeño soup , this was a really deep flavored soup. Split a roast beef sandwich w/ fresh French fries, excellent sandwich w/ really tasty beef. I thought this place was really on top of their game

    (3)

  • Vladimir G.

    Meh. I feel like this place is trying too hard. Their beers are great, no question asked but the food is way too overpriced for what it was. I am sorry but a tomato salad with 3 pieces of tomato in it does not worth $10. I though this place was famous because of their great mushroom mac & cheese dish, but it was bitter with one piece of mushroom on a side. There are other great restaurants in this town so I would go there first before trying this place out. Sad to say but this is Ocean City food with DC prices.

    (2)

  • Lydia B.

    Ever longed to share a few moments with a stinkbug? You'll certainly have the opportunity at Dogfish Head Brewing and Eats. We came to check out the beer, but it took about a million years for that--and everything else--to happen. Took 20 minutes after our appetizer arrived for us to get silverware, had to attempt to flag our waitress down for 20 minutes to order entrees, and our meals were just meh. During the downtime, two stinkbugs fell on us from the rooftop canopy. Too bad. Won't be back.

    (2)

  • MissEasy T.

    Dear Sam, your beer is the best in the world. we both could live off of your beer and eat no food at all. This, as it turns out, is a good thing, since the food at the pub the other day was not edible. Additionally, we stopped by the gift shop window on the way out and asked the young guy behind the counter a question. He mumbled a barely audible answer and could not have looked more disinterested at helping a nice middle-aged couple buy a couple of sweatshirts. We were pretty disappointed as we were hungry and quite parched from having just driven for over 3 hours (though the sublime beer did ease our pain quite a bit...). We did love our trip and tour of the brewery last year and bought a trunk-load of happiness that day but I think in the future, we will save the pub for a final last call and eat elsewhere when visiting Rehoboth.

    (2)

  • Robyn W.

    Let me preface this by saying that I am not an unreasonable person, in fact, I am a very patient, understanding person. We (4 of us and a baby) were there early (6:00) on a Friday night.....it was a cold evening. We walked in and immediately the host with an attitude said that it was against fire code to have a stroller in the restaurant...WTF?!! There was a 10 minute wait, but we would have to wait outside in the cold.... A. it wasnt even crowded and B. WTF???? I really wasnt clear what the issue was....and he was such an a$$ about it, so we left....I guess the bottom line this place is FAR from CHILD FRIENDLY....in fact, kids in strollers are not even welcome...even if it's for lunch or an early dinner. WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE FOR "STROLLERS". The host could definitely use some customer service and people skills as well....cant comment on the food, as we didnt make it that far.........DONT GO IF YOU HAVE A KID.......

    (1)

  • Carolyn B.

    dogfish head is a great brewpub - they make all of their own beer and i think they are the top brewer in DE (because there is SO much competition...). we stopped in for drinks on a saturday night, and it wasnt too crowded. some people were eating dinner, some at the bar, and some (like us) just having a few drinks post-dinner and some dessert. there was a band playing, good but way too loud! it seemed like a fun spot to go any night to grab a beer and hang out.

    (4)

  • Morgan M.

    We had our 10 month old in a stroller with us and the staff were so welcoming to us. We sat outside and had great service. They were able to allow us to bring our stroller on the deck and the waitress was super sweet to our little guy. We had 2 flights of beer and the "dogpile" to start. Then we each had one of the burgers. I had the scrapple burger and my husband had the southern burger. The food was above average but not amazing....the beer was amazing though!! Great service - excellent ambience - awesome beer - above average food. Overall, 4 stars!

    (4)

  • Jeff D.

    Not much to say that the almost 600 reviewers before me haven't said. DFH is and always has been one of my favorite breweries. They make everything from your standard IPA to the funkiest of the funky. Although I can't say, I like every beer by them, I always give them credit for experimenting and trying something new. With that being said, I was stoked when I finally got a chance to visit the brew pub. My buddies and I came here on a Friday over 4th of July weekend, yet we were still able to find a parking spot and got seated immediately. Minus a minor debacle with our waitress spilling a beer on my buddy, our service was pretty good. She even gave us some pretzel bites on the house and didn't charge us for one of our beers. The burgers were top notch and the beer selection was pretty solid. I went with American Beauty and Raison D'Etre as my beers of choice, which were both delicious. I suppose my only minor complaint is that they didn't have any beers on tap that I haven't had before. I've had a lot of DFH beers but there's also a few that I've never had, some of which I would assume would only be available at the brewery and brew pub. Maybe the brewery, but no such luck at the brew pub. If you're a beer lover, love great food or planning a trip to Rehoboth Beach, be sure to stop by Dogfish Head.

    (4)

  • Larissa J.

    I am so glad I was finally able to get to the brewery. What an intense vibe this restaurant/bar has and maybe that's because I was there at the height of tourist/beach season but there was such a buzz. It was a busy, busy Friday night but everyone was courteous, attentive and efficient at getting order out and drinks prepared. I ended up sitting at the bar because I was only stopping by for a pint but Corey and Mike were awesome that I ended up staying for a flight as well as some pretzel bites and I am so glad I did! Everything was delicious and all of the beer was so tasty that I went home with a growler. My suggestions are the beers that are infused with mead or with wine - they are just so interesting!!!

    (5)

  • Marcia W.

    food has improved tremendously over the last 2 years. Can now say food as good as the beer! Sept to April brings lots of experimental batches of great beer. Always loaded with flavors and hops. May- Sept they go back to their standards which are all classics and good. A great atmosphere, friendly people, friendly staff - always fun.

    (4)

  • Jennine P.

    Probably the best place to grab a bite and a beer in Rehoboth! Amazing service and the top selection of craft beer! Definitely coming back for more real soon! We found out about this place after visiting the brewery in Milton, it was highly recommended. We are glad we made the drive to try it! All worth the hour and 45 min drive to get here, and it's so conveniently located near shops and the beach! I'd give it more than 5 stars!

    (5)

  • Jessie S.

    Really liked the food here. The pretzel bites appetizer was good, I loved my turkey burger and I tried a slice of the simple enquiry pizza that my mother ordered and really liked it. Since I don't drink alcohol I can't comment on the beer really (although my brother liked the chicory stout a lot), but I would definitely return for the food.

    (4)

  • Deneise T.

    9/5/15 Came in and was not surprise with the wait, 40-45 min, due to Labor Day weekend. It was a nice day so waiting was no worry. Atmosphere: There are two floors. Both floors have completely different feels as mentioned by one of the reviewers. We were sat on the 2nd floor which had more of a relaxed feel. Groups of 4 are sat at little square tops and there is barely any space for food. The table behind us spilled their liquor on each other even before taking a sip. One of the ladies who ordered red wine was not amused at all. Prior to them getting that table, a family of 3 with a 6-8 year old kid was sat there, but requested to be moved immediately. There was a table of an extremely loud group, laughing and yelling on the top of their lungs in our section. I know it is a bar/restaurant, but it would great if the families are put in a different section from loud and cursing guests. Food: food is okay. We ordered poutine - duck fat fried fries - for appetizer, and for entrée we got ribs, chicken and waffles, and indulgence burger. The duck fat fried fries tasted weird. Fries, duck meat chunks, melted cheese, green onions, and old thanksgiving gravy put into one odd dish. I wouldn't get it again, nor would I recommend it, but it is a good bar food because CARBS. Ribs came with very salty corn and salty beans. My friend had to remove the spice or whatever they had put on it. Lots of beer was consumed by my friend to wash off the taste of the sea in his mouth. The dish is a heart attack waiting to happen. The indulgence burger was alright. Needed more flavor - thank goodness for salt/pepper. I had the chicken and waffle and it was pretty good. Didn't like the sriracha maple syrup that came with it. It was a very odd combination. The waffle was nice and crunchy and the chicken was chicken. Fries were fresh and perfect. BEER. BEER is what this place is all about. I had the Festino pêche and although it had a vinegary/sour first taste then a nice smooth taste later, I enjoyed it. It was not like any other beer I had tried. My group didn't like it but I liked it. My BF got the sampler (or whatever the 4 drink combo thing is called) and we asked our server Jeanine to pick the beers for us. We got the wet hop, hell puppy, oracle, and cask. The best drink out of the four was the cask which was the hoppy-est one (it's an IPA). I would totally recommend coming in doing the four sampler and then get the beer you enjoyed the most. Overall, food is meh, beer is YEAH, atmosphere is so-so and depends on the day.

    (3)

  • Harry P.

    This is dogfish head's brewpub, where you can find their beer, their new line of spirits they distill and food cooked with their beer. I had the soft shell crab sandwich, it was awesome, Topped with a creme sauce and a slaw on the bottom, it had great flavor. I wish the crab was a little more crispy though. Our waiter was actually the guy working the food truck at the brewery the day before. They have great sausage and the fried pickles were great. Speaking of pickles, my favorite spirit they had was the pickle vodka, it was crazy good. I recommend to come and chill here, grab a flight of beer or spirits or both, and enjoy.

    (4)

  • Maegan P.

    I've been wanting to check this place out for years and glad we finally did. Arrived at real people dinner time (later than planned) and it was PACKED. Benefit of dinner at a brewery: never mind the wait when you can grab a beer and catch up with family in the meantime. Our estimated wait was 40 minutes and it did take about that long to get a table. Started out with a Namaste. A good, wheaty beer. Didn't get a ton of complexity from it but, if you like Hefes and the sort, it'll probably float your boat (get it? It's a beach pun...) We were seated outside which was quite nice. The patio area is small but plenty of space once you are seated. When I wanted to move on to another beer, the waitress was very accommodating and offered a sample b/c I couldn't decide between a couple of them. I settled on the sixty-one just for something different. I'm a bit of a hop-head and this was a cool twist on their regular sixty-minute with some sweetness from the grapes. The food was certainly a notch above what you're usually able to find in the area. Not your run-of-the-mill beach eats. A lot of tempting burgers, fresh fare, fried pickles, and plenty of options spiked with their beers. I thought that was a unique touch; not something I see done at many breweries anymore. Two beers gave me a nice enough buzz to not want to drive down the street to the boardwalk. Fortunately, we had a sober driver. Their parking lot is small and you cannot leave your car there so, if you'd like to continue your journey after drinking, definitely cab it or park in a metered spot so you can pay for more time. So why only 4 stars? The growlers were overpriced. Maybe I'm just used to things being super cheap in Nashville. The growler were similarly priced to the ones at Ocean City Brewing Company but just a bit too much for me. It would have been nice to bring home some beer but, all in all, it was a good experience.

    (4)

  • Jeff M.

    This was ok. No wait, good beer. The food was nothing special. Although they did put the Dogfish logo in paprika (or another red spice) on top of our hummus, which was pretty special

    (2)

  • Matt Z.

    We came here for dinner on a family vacation and everything was pretty good (we had to wait almost 1/2 hour until we were seated, definitely a busy/popular place in town). The beer was good as always and reasonably priced. The food was alright (I went with an Indulgence burger), although I felt it was a bit overpriced. A major plus for us was the free parking lot on the side of the building (no guarantees of getting a spot, however). The whole town was packed and almost impossible to find a metered parking spot anywhere (which is how we ended up here in the first place)

    (4)

  • Kristin P.

    Great Lunch at Dogfish Head today! Our server Mike was fantastic and had great recommendations about the beer on tap. I got the Fig-get-aboutit on Nitro which was excellent and not available anywhere else. Lunch was delicious - I had the turkey sandwich and my husband got the crab pizza which were both great. I finished up with a PB-tini made from their homemade peanut butter and chocolate vodkas- delicious! We got to sit upstairs by the distillery which was interesting too.

    (4)

  • Alex W.

    Great beer selection, great food, but get there before 10pm unless all you want is pizza. Pizzas awesome also.

    (5)

  • Elizabeth H.

    I went to Dogfish with some girlfriends while visiting Rehoboth Beach on 7/26/15. I thought. I was somewhat familiar with Dogfish having been to their location in Gaithersburg, MD. I was surprised to learn from our waitress that there is no connection between the 2 locations (other than the use of the name). I am going to start with what the restaurant needs to improve on and finish with why I am giving it 3 stars. Several of the menu items my girlfriends selected like the falafel sandwich and chicken and waffles were no longer available when we arrived. The restaurant (at least on the bottom floor) was packed making it hot and very loud. It was almost impossible to have a conversation with girlfriends. The 1 bathroom was very hot (felt close to 92 degrees when I closed the door) and slightly disgusting. However with all that being said the food was good. I had pizza with a crust made from their beer. I thought. It was really nice use of the restaurant tying together their main product with the food. I loved the beer the waitress selected for me. I believe it was called ninety-one. My girlfriends who ordered the seasonal peach beer also enjoyed their selection. Our waitress did a really good job considering the kitchen was running out of food and the restaurant was packed. I never felt ignored and really appreciated how apologetic she was about the lack of menu options. Dogfish also held our table (when we arrived they said it was going to be a 45 minute wait so we decided to walk down to the boardwalk). Our table was called (they text you when your table is ready) in under the 45 minutes (and with a "brisk" walk back from the boardwalk) we arrived 10 minutes after the text. I was happy and surprised that they hadn't given our table away. In a nutshell a solid option if you're in the area but don't plan for an intimate conversation with your dining companions.

    (3)

  • Sarah W.

    Drove here with three friends from Ocean City, MD on a Saturday for dinner. We got there around 5:30ish and was told there was a 30 minute wait, so we ordered a round from the bar. The second we got our beers we were told our table was ready, so that was pretty cool (I was starting to become hangry so it was in everyone's benefit that I didn't have to wait a full 30 minutes). I tried the Firefly ale and looooooved it, I wish I could buy it from a liquor store because it would def be my go to summer beer. We all got the chicken and waffle sandwich and it was TO. DIE. FOR. Sriracha maple syrup, hi yes A+. The fried chicken was cooked perfectly. The waffles were fluffy and sweet, but not overly so. Just yes, one of my favorite sandwiches of my life. I am pretty small and the sandwich was fairly big and I ate the whole thing- I regret nothing. Two out of our group of four were growing boys who required appetizers in addition to their sandwiches. They got the calamari and the pretzel bites. I can't speak for the calamari but I'm not even embarrassed to say that the 60 minute IPA white cheddar ale sauce that came with the pretzel bites was so good that I was dipping my finger in the ramekin and eating it. I love sauce. Our waitress was bubbly and around when we needed here. My one gripe is that our meal actually came out before the boys appetizers arrived. I think it was a food runner mishap. However, everything was eaten so I guess it truly was nbd. I love it here and wish I lived closer so I could eat that damn sandwich every day.

    (5)

  • Michael N.

    Who doesn't love Dogfish Head? As you can imagine "Brewing & Eats" has some of the best beer around and really great food as well. The best part about this place are the exclusive beers that you really can't find anywhere else. As you can imagine, this place is pretty packed at most times, especially on the weekend. This past Saturday there was a 2+ hour wait for a table. The food was definitely worth the wait though. We had the fried pickles, the pretzel bites for appetizers and I went with the bacon onion ring burger. Everything was fantastic. The only thing that seemed weird to me is that given this is a beer bar, they probably could have had more than 2 bathrooms. The parking lot was also pretty tiny, so you may need to hunt a bit for parking in this area.

    (4)

  • Aaron M.

    Peanut butter vodka made in house. 'Nuff said. Seriously though, this is always a must stop for me while in Rehoboth. It's a crowd pleaser because their menu is big and has everything, from burgers to seafood. I had a scallops special here once over grits and it was really good. I don't usually like ordering grits when I'm up north because they tend to be pretty sucktacular but these were creamy and thick, like grits should be. Today I ordered a Ahi Tuna BLT. I ordered the tuna as rare as possible, like I always do, and they didn't disappoint. The sandwich was overall very good, the one slight disappointment is that the "kimchi" it came with was not at all spicy. Still a delicous sandwich, though. They also make their own beer and vodka, as previously mentioned. Their house bloody mix goes perfect with their pickle brine vodka. Down a few of these before heading to the boardwalk, you'll have a much better time. I'm not really a beer aficionado but they have LOTS of different craft brews if you're into that sort of thing. Service is always super friendly, and they even have their own parking lot so you don't have to deal with Rehoboth parking enforcement. You can even buy a bottle of peanut butter vodka to take home with you! Definitely one of the better places in downtown Rehoboth Beach.

    (4)

  • T.j. B.

    My wife, my dog and I had some time in Delaware. A quick look up showed that Dogfish Head was pet friendly. Let me tell you this is an understatement. We sat on the deck and all of the staff were wonderful. They all took great care of our dog. From water, to dog treats to tons of love and petting. On top of that the food was wonderful. I had a turkey burger for dinner which was great. The meat and cheese board as an appetizer was a perfect amount. Obviously, I don't need to say much about their beer; it is second to none. So in short, make sure to make this a stop in Delaware. If you have a pet, they will welcome you with open arms. By the way, Ka'i , our dog, raves about their turkey burger with no toppings. Thanks to everyone working on the deck on 9/11. We will definitely be back with our dog.

    (5)

  • Ron S.

    The beer speaks for itself. The food....is remarkable. Particularly the corn & crab chowder.....rivals the best chowder from New England. Throw some friendly service and clean bathrooms on top of that and it's top of its class.

    (5)

  • Herbie H.

    The best part of Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats is definitely the beer, which ultimately, is what you want from a brewery. The food was good and a nice companion to the beer. First, the beers. I had: The Noble Rot and the Sixty-One. Both were absolutely delicious and unique. Our server (whose name has slipped my mind), like every one else at Dogfish Head, was extremely knowledgable about the different beers - making recommendations & suggestions. I was drawn to the "RAPA Scrapple Burger". I love scrapple and love when it used outside of a diner. The burger was good, but had a few too many things going on. The burger, topped with scrapple, apple celeriac slaw, fried egg, and a Noble Rot hollandaise, placed on an english muffin was messy, but had it's moments of being really delicious. The good: the apple celeriac slaw and the Noble Rot hollandaise were fantastic. The burger itself was somewhat bland, and unfortunately, I was disappointed by the RAPA scrapple. It lacked the spice and intensity I look for in my scrapple. Also, the fried egg was over hard (which, helped with the messy aspect, but what's the point of an egg on a burger if the yolk isn't going to add a silky depth to the entire burger?) (Side note: I don't think anyone who ordered a burger was asked the doneness they preferred.) Other people in my party ordered some burgers, sandwiches, pizza, and the fish & chips. The fish & chips was the undoubted favorite. Our friend absolutely loved the fish & chips. Again, the service was great. A step above what you might expect from a casual beer/pub establishment. And, thankfully, the food was a decent supporting player where the main attraction is the incredible beer.

    (4)

  • Ray M.

    Dogfish Head brewery can't disappoint. Awesome food, amazingly friendly staff, great beer and comfortable atmosphere. The restaurant is very popular in the summer, but is also open year round. Live bands on the weekends, even in the off season. Please don't plan on eating low calorie foods here. You'll miss out on all the really tasty menu items that are offered.

    (5)

  • Samantha R.

    Came here twice in the week I was here. First of all, they are really super nice here. All of the bartenders greet you with a handshake and introduce themselves. Wow. The food is is not bad either. I had salmon on a salad for lunch and the fish was really good. So much I went back for dinner one evening. My friend and I both ordered a salad special and it was really good. And don't think they only serve beer, full bar. Place was packed for dinner and we found a place to sit at bar. Atmosphere is casual, alittle noisy but not too much. And you don't feel rushed at all. I would definately go back next time I am in town!

    (5)

  • Jonah Y.

    We had high hopes for this place based on the reviews it got but the overall food experience was just ok. The staff is top notch and our service was worth 5 stars for sure but the food lacked in taste. We started out with the hummus which was the best part of the meal. It had great flavor and the marinated olives were a great compliment. I ordered the fish tacos and my wife ordered the fish and chips. the fish tacos were not good. they came on four stale hard taco shells and the fish was shredded so you couldn't even determine what type of fish it was or how it was prepared. The fish tacos I'm used to are either blackened or pan seared and you actually bite into a piece of fish, not what was the consistency of canned tuna. I was very disappointed. My wife fish and chips was just the opposite, cooked perfectly. she got two pretty big pieces of fish that was cooked to perfection. the outside was golden and crispy and the inside was moist and flaky. the fries were damn good too. Another thing Id like to say about this place is that is is very kid friendly. In a beach destination where families are looking for a good place to take the whole family, this is definitely your place. they are very accommodating to families with small kids. Everyone has abad day...if we go back to Rehoboth Beach, We will give it another try.

    (3)

  • Drew M.

    Visiting Dogfish was a momentous occasion in my life. Luckily, the food, the service, and the libations held up to my expectations. The Southern burger was perfect. My friend ordered the chicken and waffle sandwich. A delicious, ingenious creation. And the beer... Oh, the beer. The 120 Minute IPA was intense. I had to grab a growler on my way out. My visit was on a Saturday night and the band inside was LOUD. I fortunately procured a seat on the patio. Attentive service. One item off of my bucket list.

    (4)

  • Laura G.

    I really wish I wasn't so hungover when coming here so I could have enjoyed their beers. Buy hey, their bathrooms are nice! Wait was only about 15 minutes for 3 people on a Sunday afternoon - not bad. We started with the fried pickles. YUMMMM sooo good! Watch out though, they're super hot. The mustard that comes with it doesn't taste like mustard (I dont like mustard) but I lovedddd the sauce. I ordered the indulgence burger medium - topped with bacon, cheese, and an onion ring. Really really good, and perfectly cooked I had a side of potato salad, not my fav because I could taste some mustard flavor. But others who like mustard would probably love it. The waitress was cool too! My friend made a joke about our to-go "box" and she went right along with it. Still dying laughing.

    (5)

  • Cassie J.

    I'm disappointed to say the least.-- but I had high hopes. Heard they had their own vodka line- got a PB Martini.. I know martinis are strong but JESUS.. I couldn't get past three sips of the drink :\ We ordered the apps-- macaroni and cheese, fried pickles, and pizza (half sausage, half plain). Mac and cheese--- too crunchy-- ruined the rest of the taste. Pizza-- ok had the sausage juice not cooked onto the plain side of the pizza.. still tasted like sausage. Fried pickles-- probably the best thing there. Beer was good of course.. Food subpar. Service was ehhh-- kind of loud in there--- hard to find our waitress at times... took a very long time for small items and drinks. Store outside was kind of nightmare too.. no prices on anything.

    (3)

  • Jason F.

    Sat outside on the deck to accommodate our larger group with baby. Waitress was very welcoming and informative - impressive since it was her first day. Tried a 4 beer flight. The waitress had me write the beers that I wanted on the flight card label, which it easy for her to get and me to remember which beer I was drinking. I liked the 60 min IPA, but was not in love with any of the beers I tried (seasonals/rarities) that made me want to buy a 6 pack from the gift shop. I did however end up buying the $25 peanut butter vodka - hopefully it goes well with Dr. Pepper like the guy suggested. As far as food goes, my parents got the crab cake, I got a personalized pizza, and my gf got the fish and chips. Didn't try the crab cake, but my mom enjoyed it. My dad said there was noticeable filler and was not entirely lump meat either, but he still liked it. The pizza was good and plenty big for 1 person. Easily could have split an app with the pizza with another person. The crust I would call a thin deep dish, but not greasy. The fish and chips were my personal favorite. Everything is beer infused. The cole slaw was unique, but good, the fish was delicious, and the fries were also seasoned nicely. Place is a tad pricey, but makes for a good lunch spot up from the boardwalk. They have a small off street parking lot, which is helpful and allow dogs on the deck.

    (4)

  • A L.

    oh Mann When at Rehoboth, be sure to come here and try out their beer I went here with a bunch of my friends for a day beach trip and stumbled upon this gem! I had the indulgence burger (which was huge and heavenly) and it was absolutely delicious. i really liked the siracha maple syrup that comes with the chicken and waffle, so if you like that try! I also tried Festina Peche, which is brewed with peaches and it was quite tasteful, couple of my friends tried different IPAs and mmmm you can never go wrong. price is a little high, but ask for outdoor seating on a nice day and you will be satisfied. The server was so sweet, we had nine people and she split all the checks and was so pleasant about it. Definitely made the 45 minutes wait worth it. Will come back!

    (5)

  • Drew G.

    Intensely bad food. easily the worst I've had at a sit down restaurant in memory. Overpriced everything this review would be one star but I give them an extra for the beer which was excellent

    (2)

  • Jessica W.

    Emily was great recommending beers for us. We ended up ordering a flight of beers, although it's not on the menu, it's definitely the way up go! You get to choose 5 drafts and get 4 oz of each. The crabcake was delicious. The fries were fresh and hot. My husband had the cheeseburger with a bacon stuffed onion ring on it!

    (4)

  • Maddie M.

    Definitely worth the extremely long wait for a table.

    (4)

  • Kelly P.

    Always a special keg served only at the pub. We love it here.

    (5)

  • Kimberly T.

    If you are anywhere near here you need to go. Like right now. Not even kidding. We ordered Corn & Crab Chowder. I wasn't sure what to expect and the soup looked a little thin. We'll let me just say that it was some of the best Corn & Crab chowder I've ever had. It is full of flavor. There is a very healthy portion of crab in it. It was good to the last drop. We ordered a pizza called The Revolutionist. Again, there was flavor out if the wazoo!! It has wood fired grilled chicken and house made sausage along with several other toppings. All of the flavors were harmonious together. You couldn't eat just one piece. Their pizzas are personal size and they are the perfect size. The crust is not quite thin but not quite thick. There is a little bit of crispiness to the edges of the crust. And let's talk about the Duck Poutine. OMGosh!! I will be dreaming about it. Handcut fries, cheese curds, gravy, and big bites of duck. You truly want to lick the plate and maybe even order a second plate. Lastly we shared a meatloaf sandwich. (Thank Goodness there were 3 of us sharing). Again a large portion of some of the tastiest meatloaf known to man. We were more than happy to dig in and clean the plate. This is not your mama's meatloaf. Beer is DogFish. Nothing here is bad. Be sure to check out the stuff that is only available at the Brewings & Eats location. Samplers are available up to five styles along with pints. Beer/ tshirts/ swag is also available on site as well to go. Top all of it off with fantastic service! No question or hesitation of giving them 5 stars!

    (5)

  • Allan R.

    As a (currently inactive due to moving country...) real beer brewer myself, I have followed developments at Sam Calagione's Dogfish Head Brewery ever since stumbling across one of his books years ago. I love his outlook on life & applaud what they've done, so I jumped at the chance to visit the DFH brew pub when we passed through Rehoboth Beach on the penultimate day of a 2 month, 8000 mile road trip across the US. Actually we came here for lunch, did the brewery tour in the afternoon and returned again in the evening for drinks :) The staff were friendly and knowledgeable, the atmosphere is great, and they have "experimental" batches of beer on tap that you can't get anywhere else. The food is imaginative & of high quality for a pub. Try the Palo Santo Marron Bacon Chocolate Cheesecake, it's delicious! Will definitely be back!

    (5)

  • Jeff K.

    Went to Dogfish Head for the first time. Had a very positive experience. Food and beer were good. Had a pizza and fried pickles. THE GOOD .. -texting option when table is ready -waitress was very friendly, courteous and allowed me to try a few beers before I made a decision...other food runners were also very polite too -stoneground mustard served with fried pickles was really good...so was the goat cheese ranch we asked for -craft beer was good -tons of beer and other alcohol options -well balanced menu for all tastes -water refilled promptly -bathroom was clean THE BAD... -finding parking can be a pain Overall a great first experience here! Definitely would return!

    (5)

  • Aracelis C.

    Naturally, amazing beer! Corn chowder is to die for. I literally felt my tastebuds open while eating the 24 hour Pork Confit Sandwich. Love this place.

    (5)

  • Natalie M.

    After a three hour drive from D.C. in the pouring rain we were ready for a beer. We arrived around 11 and they were serving only pizza from the menu, which was fine. We had to wait about 10 minutes for a table and right before we were seated a band started playing at the most ridiculously loud and obnoxious level. We couldn't even hear ourselves speak, nor could we hear the waitress and that made ordering a little difficult. Fortunately, we managed to get our orders in; I chose a pumpkin beer and a cheeseless pizza, with mushroom. My beer was great, but then I have yet to try a dogfish beer I don't like. My pizza was fine, nothing spectacular. The music remained loud throughout our meal, but at one point they decided to take a break and that was glorious. For a second beer I ordered the sah'tea, it tasted like chai and it was incredibly delicious! I enjoyed visiting this place and had the music been at a lower volume I'd give 4 stars because they have an amazing selection of beers and there's a nice, laidback vibe.

    (3)

  • Kathy F.

    Man, was this disappointing. Extremely long wait to eat mediocre food in a restaurant that looks like my college apartment in 1994. Let's put it this way: the best thing about the meal was the salty, garlicky side of broccoli raab. Beer was fine, too. We really wanted to love this place - have been trying to eat here the past 2 years we were here on vacation. It was just disappointing.

    (2)

  • Jeremy M.

    We have been to the Dogfish Alehouse many times in NOVA so when we planned our trip we made sure to go here. We were expecting the same Gluten Free options that the other locations have but were surprised they did not have GF food like the other locations. My wife normally does not mind coming because she can eat GF food and I can enjoy the beer. But she pretty much had to just eat a salad with almost nothing on it. It was pretty packed and we were lucky to find a spot at the bar. We bought some rum to go and had dinner. The wings were good and I must have come at a time when they had less brewpub rarities because the options were not that great. Overall, I would rather go to the Dogfish Ale House locations over this one. A little bit of a letdown. The brewery tour miles away was great though.

    (3)

  • Chris M.

    The food is fantastic, the beers are delicious and plentiful, and Ren provided the best service I've ever received at any meal. Not an exaggeration.

    (5)

  • wanda g.

    Great servive from Jeff the Bartender! 1st time here. Came for the turkey burger and it was AWESOME. I'm not really a beer drinker, but I tried the garlic breadth and it was good....they should keep this one in regular rotation. I will be back for the burger!

    (5)

  • J W.

    I had the pub salad with salmon. The wood fired salmon was very good. Crispy on the outside but very moist and tasty. Good atmosphere. Fast service. I would definitely come again.

    (4)

  • Alicia S.

    We went on a Saturday night completely prepared to wait a long time. It was the off season and we still had to wait about 45 minutes. This isn't a complaint, just FYI for anyone planning on visiting. The bar is neat, there are tons of things to try, I will go back 100 times just for that reason. I did not like the food at all. I had a Simple Enquiry pizza and it was not delicious and kind of gross, maybe it was an off night. My boyfriend loved his 24 Hour Pork Confit. We got fried pickles for an appetizer, they were fried pickles, not much else to say. We got the spirit flight which was just way too much for me, the spirits are really harsh, they reminded me of moonshine, I'm sure they're good for mixed drinks. The whole thing felt very, very rushed, they wanted us out as fast as possible as it is a tourist location, you cannot come here and enjoy food and drinks for a while on a weekend. The other thing is at the brewery our tour guide went on and on about how we just had to ask about the food and drink pairings at the brew pub, because that was the total purpose of the brewpub. Well, our waitress, had no clue at all when asked, neither did her manager. Maybe it was just an unprepared server. The shop outside had lots of beer and merch to go, everything the same as available at the brewery, nothing unique that you can't find in a DE liquor store. I didn't love or hate this place, I will try it again. I have no choice as my boyfriend was a huge fan.

    (3)

  • Hannah C.

    My boyfriend and I came down for vacation and this was our first stop...we ended up coming twice! Great, quick service both times. We shared the roasted garlic hummus, he had a veggie burger and I has the Festina Peche Gazpacho and pretzel sticks. Delicious!! All those beers to choose from are just gravy.

    (4)

  • Will H.

    Going to miss Tuesday Burger night for the next few months - best Tuesday dinner deal in rehoboth in the off season - hurry October! Either build your own or one of the creations - always good! Live music can get a little loud after 10 - but it is a beer pub after all!

    (4)

  • Kate G.

    Everything!!!! absolutely EVERYTHING from this place is freaking fantastic. I find myself craving the truffle fries sometimes... I need to get back there...

    (5)

  • Bob G.

    Enjoyed a late lunch the other day. I went for the beer and expected typical bar food. Pleasantly surprised when I had the meatloaf sandwich, which was great! My wife has an allergy which they took very seriously and accommodated. Thanks DFE!

    (5)

  • Jim R.

    Being a local, we get to enjoy Dogfish Head Pub often. We are never disappointed. Today 4 of us shared 'The Dogpile'. Yummy, cheesy goodness served piping hot. Huge, juicy burgers were the order of the day for us. We each had our favorite toppings including a bacon stuffed giant onion ring! It was a chilly day so the hot cider with honey rum was perfect, as was the Indian Brown Ale. Our server was attentive and friendly. She seemed to genuinely enjoy her job and customers. What a nice change from some of our recent encounters elsewhere. Can't wait to visit again. Take the brewery tour in Milton when you're one the area. Fun and informative!

    (5)

  • Ethan L.

    I've lost count of how many times I've been here. It is always a go to place when I visit, and there's almost never a day that goes by that I don't find myself dropping by. What surprises me the most isn't the beer it's the food. I've had just about everything on the menu here at one point or another, and it's all very nicely done. Ingredients are fresh, local, an attentive and nicely combined. Most importantly the emphasis at the pub is on dishes that not only pair well with the beers here, but also that have the beers included as ingredients themselves, such as a French Onion soup with Indian Brown Ale, or Mushrooms soaked in 60 minute Ipa. Also you can try out there spirits here as well, which often are even one offs you wont find elsewhere from interesting gin combinations, vodka flavorings, and fruity rums. Occasionally music at nights as well, with my only complaint that it's too loud for dining. So it goes, but always worth a stop to see what crazy brew Sam and company are up to next.

    (4)

  • Chris G.

    This place is the mecca for those who love Dogfish Head beers. The brewpub is located right on busy Rehoboth Avenue. There is free parking located on the premises, but the parking lot is small and most likely, you might have to feed the meter and park on the street. As we were walking to the pub, we passed a kiosk that is located right before the entrance. I thought this was an ingenious way to sell their products to customers who traveled near and far to enjoy the libations of Dogfish Head. Once we were seated, I noticed a sign that stated, "Think global and eat local". I agree with that philosophy. They offer standard pub grub with a few non-standard pub fare items. To start things off, I decided to go with a beer sampler, which came with six, four ounce cups of beer. I could not help notice a hand full of patrons with their cell phones out snapping pictures of their samplers - so I decided to do the same. For my meal, I ordered the wood grilled rockfish, which came with asparagus and rice. The fish had sun dried tomatoes and bacon glaze. My fish was moist and cooked very well. The glazed was good, but the sun-dried tomatoes with the fish were an odd combination. My food was good, but I think most people come here for the wide selection of Dog Fish beers. The food is a bonus.

    (4)

  • Valerie S.

    Best crabcake sandwich I've ever had, right here at Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats. I was waffling between getting that and the crab/corn/bacon bisque, and after I had a bite (sip?) of my friend's bisque, I knew I would have been happy with either. The restaurant itself is very casual with lots of beachy food options. Obviously, there are lots of beers available, and I tried "Red and White," this wit beer which had been housed in a Pinot Noir cask. So it tasted like wine beer. Weird at first, but actually quite good--the kind of drink I would only try at Dogfish Head itself. One kind of weird thing is that they don't list the prices of the beers on the menu. And don't pull that "If you have to ask you can't afford it" on me--this place has chalkboards and kids menus (really good ones, actually). Parking here is a pain, but luckily there is metered street parking all around with that convenient "pay by phone" option. Stop by for some beer and crab if you're in or around Rehoboth--you'll be glad you did.

    (4)

  • John D.

    Swung by there on a Friday afternoon. I'd say that I've only been to a few places in my 20 years drinking career that had slower bartenders. It's as if they were government employees working at the post office or something. Slow as molasses, and after 15 minutes I finally approached the hostess stand to ask how one actually goes about ordering a beer. She shrugged it off. I asked to speak to a manager so I could simply order, but one never came. I waited at the bar, and finally the bartenders took a break from socializing with regulars and other staff to take an order from me. I spent over 10 years in the bar/nightclub service industry, so it's not as if I was hiding under the bar wearing a ghillie suit or something. The only thing that keeps my crappy experience from being one star is the stellar beer. That being said, I see no reason to go back. If you don't want to earn money from customers, just put a sign on the door so that we'll go elsewhere.

    (2)

  • Benjamin M.

    Finally, a visit to the birthplace of Dogfish Head Brewing! No, I didn't bow down at the entrance...well, maybe I did in my head as I walked in. An empty stool was waiting for me at the bar and I sat down and looked around at where it all started. Naturally, all of their fine brews are listed on the chalkboard above the bar, as well as in a bound, drink menu. Avoiding the typical, tasty brews I've had before, I immediately figured out what was either a limited release or new seasonal to sample. I started with a pint of Namaste, a refreshing Belgian-style White, perfect for a hot, summer day. I followed that with a 75 min Cask IPA, a unique blend of their ever popular 60 and 90 min IPAs with maple syrup. I also asked to sample the Bratty Swagger, a brewpub exclusive which was just released this month. I was still full from brunch earlier, so I didn't order anything off the food menu. Aside from the typical merchandise, I was surprised to see they are selling their own spirits now including vodka, gin and rum. You can either order them right there at the bar (including unique mixes with their beer) or buy a bottle to to-go. Before heading out, I made sure to finally get a Dogfish pint glass, which was only $3.00! Parking can be tricky in the small lot, but it you're lucky you may get a spot along Rehoboth Ave before visiting this Delaware gem. 4.5 Stars

    (4)

  • Ally M.

    I was really excited to stop by here on my way down to VA beach. I've heard so many great things and I do enjoy dogfish head brews. I hate to say it but I wasn't really impressed. Parking was definitely an issue. When my boyfriend and I put our names in for a reservation they told us it would be 20-30 min. They took my cellphone number so they could text me when our table was ready! I thought that was pretty neat. Fortunately (we had been in the car for 3+ hours haha) we got seated rather quickly. It was definitely very busy but the service was really quick! We got the dogpile app to start....omg so delicious! Then we both got indulgence burgers, I got turkey he got beef. It was okay. It was nice to see it was a homemade turkey Patty though! For dessert we shared the warm brownie sundae. That was okay too. I got a flight of beers to try since they had so many you could only get there. I wasn't really impressed. They tasted watery and bland and I was bummed. If the beer was more impressive I definitely would have given a higher rating. It wasn't bad, it wasn't great. It was....eh. My expectations might have just been too high.

    (3)

  • Ray L.

    My review is based solely on the food here, not the drinks. I drink beer but I'm not much of an enthusiast like some other folks, so I'll let other reviewers share their thoughts instead. As for the food, I have to start out by saying I have a serious pet peeve when it comes to ordering meat. If I'm having some kind of meat - be it a burger or a steak - and you ask me how I want that done, then it better come out the way I requested. I'd much rather restaurants not ask me if they're just going to send out their meat well done or medium well anyway. Keep it simple! Yeah that's right. I'm less annoyed if you don't ask and just give me your dried out meat than if you do ask and pretend like your establishment cares about that sort of thing. I ordered their burger here - it's as mediocre as a burger can be. I was asked, so I requested medium. What I got was a well done burger that was pretty darn dry. Maybe their other dishes are better, but I wouldn't bet on it based on what I ate. But again, I'm not rating the beer here. So if you like beer, this is supposedly a good place to go.

    (3)

  • Samantha G.

    I've always said that it can be difficult to find a brewpub that has BOTH excellent beer and excellent food. Usually it's some mix of ok food and excellent beer or great food and eh beer or whatever. One with both excellent beer and excellent food is a rare find indeed. And Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats is just such a find! The space itself has a typical brewpub feel. It's just a tiny bit dive-y and has a lot of charm and appeal. It fits in perfectly with the the Rehoboth Beach vibe. The staff are very friendly and pleasant. All smiles and kind words. And they're attentive too. I was practically bouncing up and down like a small child upon being seated. Ok, fine, I'm pretty sure I actually did bounce up and down a little. So many Dogfish brews I'd never been able to try before! The beer offerings are extensive and choosing which to have is a true dilemma (asking for "one of each" seemed excessive). I like that they offer both a standard sampler and a custom sampler. We opted for the custom sampler and picked 8 of the different beers. Our sampler arrived quickly and was completely accurate and matched up exactly to the handwritten titles on the little mat (you'd be surprised how rare this can be). And, of course, every beer was exquisite and awesome. For food, so many options sounded yummy. However, I had to go with the standard by which I judge all breweries - wings. The wings didn't have a whole lot of kick, but they were a good flavor and definitely big and meaty. And the dipping sauce was good too (another rare find). But what stood out even more were the fries. So delicious! And they came with bacon mayo and truffle mustard dipping sauces. And, well, I love me some dipping sauces - so this was just a total win. And after spying a bacon cheesecake item on the dessert menu, there was no way we could not order that (after all, everything is better with bacon). And, no surprise, it was also delicious. Great crust, lots of chocolate goodness, and just the right amount of bacon to add a savory crunch. All in all, I had a fabulous time here. Loved everything I had!

    (5)

  • Sean O.

    Awesome little brewpub. The decor is a sort of speakeasy theme, so more suited to the fall & winter months which is odd for a beach location. The menu is a little quirky and they only serve Dogfishead beers, but the quality of the beer makes up for all the faults.

    (4)

  • Ashling M.

    We came down to Rehoboth Beach for Punkin Chunkin but couldn't miss out on a visit to Dogfish Head Brewing & Eats. The boyfriend is a big fan of Sam Calagione (founder of Dogfish Head) and was super excited to see where it all began. We went for dinner and it was very crowded so we had to wait a while for a table. To pass the time, we got some beers from the bar and hung out until we were seated. We ended up getting a table upstairs, which we preferred because it was a bit quieter up there (though not by much). Noise and wait aside, we had a great time. We got a flight of beers we wanted to try and then ordered pints based on what we liked from the flight. The food was good and portions were substantial. I do have to say that if you're really gonna go for it, expect to spend quite a bit of money. However, since we were on a mini-vacation, we figured we'd splurge. To top off an already great night, seated across the room from us was none other than the man himself (Sam Calagione) and his family. Needless to say, the boyfriend had a huge fanboy moment and we actually ended up getting to chat with him for a few minutes before he left. He was super friendly and approachable, which only further enhanced our experience!

    (5)

  • Kt W.

    I would trade my niece for the Crab and corn chowder recipe. I believe my words to the server, when asked how it was, "Fu*king amazing". Seriously worth the hour and a half drive. I'm terribly addicted... Probably the fact that they have bacon floating around in it.

    (5)

  • Thanae S.

    good bar food & portions, lots of beer options. This was a fun spot to start off our trip. It was crowded and had a good energy level for a thursday night. the food was good, but anything could have been at that point since we were drinking on the heavier side. The wait was long, but it was fun getting drinks at the bar and hanging out outside.

    (4)

  • Carla M.

    I didn't try the food. The beer is fantastic and as someone who bar hops in NYC on the regular, 4.50 a beer wasn't bad at all. Seating can be difficult on a Friday night at the bar and parking around there is metered unless you get a spot in the small parking lot but this is a destination. I'm glad I made the trip.

    (4)

  • Chris D.

    Cool, innovative beers that you can only get here. That by itself makes them worth checking out. This is not the main brewery, but one of their brewpubs. The food is good, but the service was just okay. If you happen to be in Rehoboth Beach, you must try their delicious selection of beers.

    (4)

  • Morgan M.

    Joined for Moo Year's Eve dinner event. Ummmm I'm not even sure what to say. Totally rocked my beef loving world. I mean French fires cooked in beef fat? The Philly cheese steak was to die for! I loved the fact they made a s'mores ice cream. So creative and so delicious! Wish we loved closer and we'd definitely do the monthly dinner event.

    (5)

  • Michael P.

    While down in Bethany for the 4th of July weekend, decided to take a visit to Dogfish Head. Traffic was murder, but luckily friends we were meeting got there well ahead of us to put in for a table, with a 45+ minute wait. Once most of us got there, we hit the bar for an opening drink, and I got a Raison d'etre, one of my favorites. After about 15 minutes, we were seated at a large table upstairs. We started with fried pickles and a dogpile, a pile of pita wedges covered in artichoke spinach dip and cheese. Both proved excellent starters for our group. As far as entries went, the salmon sandwich I ordered was delicious, but I was thoroughly jealous of the burger, topped with a giant onion ring stuffed with bacon and cheddar. Service was a bit inconsistent, with some long waits and confusion as the food arrived, but for a holiday weekend they managed pretty well. Our server also split the check individually, making payment easier. It's definitely a nice place to visit, but summer weekends are going to be packed.

    (4)

  • Lindsey A.

    Even though the food ranges from the better end of mediocre to bleh at times, even though it can be downright impossible to get a table at times, even though the waitstaff can be beyond surly at times... I still love this place. The beers are always delicious, they always have a good mix of favorites, new stuff, exclusives, seasonals, unusual delights... So this place is always a stop for me whenever I'm in the area. I don't usually order food anymore, but actually we had a brownie with ice cream there that was pretty good, and I hear the fried pickles are nice, but I have yet to try them. If you're in the area for a beach vacation, they have a growler fill type stand outside and a list of things they'll fill yours with, most of which is only $8-11 per fill. It's great.

    (5)

  • Sara G.

    Stopped in for some rainy day brews yesterday with the family on our once-a-year Dogfish Head visit. Crowed with beer lovers, men escaping their beach house to re-fill their growlers and a nice little line of people outside ready to purchase their DFH gear. Great selection of limited release beers such as their Dorchester Ale and their 61 Min IPA, so always makes it exciting to stray away from my usual 60 Min IPA. Fast and friendly service and we were lucky enough to score some cozy little seats at the end of the bar to people watch and enjoy our beer.

    (4)

  • Bradley R.

    Good food. The beers were excellent. The staff was great and the atmosphere was nice. The crowd wasn't too bad and the prices were average.

    (4)

  • Sharon S.

    This restaurant needs to change their website as they are NOT kid friendly or family friendly. I was with a party with a stroller and we weren't allowed in. Both the chick with the man-face selling t-shirts and the hostess were extremely rude and unprofessional. I would rather eat at a rest stop with the creepy guys in Deliverance than eat here.

    (1)

  • Megan C.

    Searching for lunch, we hunted down a local brewery because when you are on vacation, one has drinks at every meal. The service was prompt and friendly and the decor was a lot of fun. Signs posted on the wall mentioned bands playing in the evening so I have a feeling this is a good place to spend the evening when the season gears up. I enjoyed the crab and corn chowder which was very tasty. As all fresh seafood places, you never smell the crab when it reaches your table, but you get the crab flavor when the spoon hits your lips. Not too creamy and a good amount of corn kept the soup bright and not too heavy. Major bummer that they didn't have bread for me to dip into the chowder, but I guess theEast Coasters like the crackers instead. My friends enjoyed sandwiches too, but can't attest to them as I didn't taste them. After lunch we went to the little stall outside to pick up a pint glass for me (tradition!) and some gifts for the SOs back home. The guy working the store was patient with all of our fussing over shirts, glasses and whatnot to bring home.

    (4)

  • Justin C.

    I hate to give this place such a poor star rating, but after reading my novel, you'll understand why. I first want to make clear, I LOVE dogfish head beer, but will never come back to eat at the restaurant. Our visit was hindered by our terrible, terrible waitress. Besides the fact that she told us more then once that she was 10 minutes late that day, she messed up and apoligized wayyyy too many times for her errors (one could have been the kitchens'). She stood next to me as she took our appetizer order, and dinner order, so I saw what was written down. We ordered two orders of wings, and the sliders. We only got the sliders and one order of wings. When she came over, she seemed befuddled after we said we were missing an order of the wings. Finally we got another order of wings, but a little after the fact. We also asked for more napkins, which came, wayy after the fact too, the busboy who ran our table was great, he brought us wet-naps and napkins before our waitress. Problem number 2 was the soup order, three of us ordered the chowder, but only two were brought to the table, and knowing I ordered it, she almost refused to let me have it as she thought I didn't. So we had to wait, yet again, for my friend to get another soup. The third problem, dinner. Me and my friend ordered the exact same thing, the indulgence burger, MEDIUM. I even stated after saying "I'll have the same exact thing, medium too". But, BOTH our burgers came out medium well, which, I do not like at all. My friend was too nice to say anything as we had enough problems. As the runner looks confused, as he should, it's not his fault, I state to the waitress that I ordered it medium, and she 'takes it back to the kitchen', and not even 2 seconds later bring it back and says, sorry the kitchen mixed up, here is your medium. And, it was the SAME DAMN BURGER, medium well. Thanks for lying to me as I take one bite in. Now, the other problem with dinner, my friends short rib, was COLD, not even luke warm, but absolutely cold. Lastly, we had to ask for our bill almost three times before getting it. Sorry, won't be back here.

    (2)

  • Patricia M.

    Awesome burgers... good beers. Jean was was awesome! She gave us some great recommendations not only for the Dogfish Head menu but also local attractions. When in Rehobeth this is a must!

    (4)

  • Ian P.

    What's not to like about Dogfish Head Brewing & Eats? Yes, it is very crowded but that's because it is a fun place to eat. Food was very good on our first trip. A few orders of fish & chips and a roast beef sandwich all came out perfect. The highlight was trying all of the interesting beers they have there. This location is the testing spot for many of their beers, one of which was actually a test batch created by some of their employees. While we didn't like all of them, it was fun to try them. They had at least a dozen different types to sample. Plus they had all of the regular DFH beers. They also have a giftshop to pick up DFH gear and growlers. Fun place to eat near Rehoboth Beach.

    (5)

  • Josh R.

    I love this place. Has great ambiance and great beer. The falafel was outstanding and had a great lemony zest to it. I had the burger which was huge. Fries were really good as well. My wife had a pizza, which she thought was so so. My wife had a honey dew melon cocktail infused Jin, which she loved. I drank a new porter with seas salt and habanero in it. Outstanding. Overall wait staff was very friendly and helpful with menu. Would definitely go back to one of our new favorite restaurants!

    (5)

  • Shalu O.

    not a huge beer drinker myself, but my friends enjoyed their beers and I got a blood orange cosmo to start. dogpile was delicious, but HUGE -- make sure you've got a decent amount of people to dig in! we enjoyed the food and I had a pb tini for dessert, which was strong but delicious. no complaints here!

    (4)

  • Michael S.

    They need to bottle Blood Moon ASAP. For real. It's only my second beer with smoked flavor in it, but I guess I'm a huge fan of that style, because the two smoked beers I've had were exceptional (though this one's technically not a Rauchbier). The food was very good and they have more beer options and more vintage options here than at the brewery. It's also located in a neat town right near the beach. I'm very upset I forgot to try the 75 Minute Cask, I hear that it's a totally different and preferable beast compared with the bottle version, but I guess that's what happens after 120 Minute IPA and 2 flights, one of which was all 10%+ abv. beers. Oh well. I hope to come back some day and find my car in less than 45 minutes. How I wish the brewery and brewpub were closer...

    (5)

  • Tara L.

    We love this place! As a HUGE fan of Dogfish Head , we hit this place a few times a year, and DEFINITELY after the yearly Dogfish Dash 5k / 10k. The food is always great, and really unique for pub fare. Large portions , fast service , and friendly clientele and staff. What more could you ask for? Oh yeah THE BEER! Best brews ANYWHERE! The seasonal ales should never be missed, but the specialty brews , only available in pub, are always my fave. Ask your barkeep ( Phil! ) for the backstory on the recipes. SUPER FUN!

    (5)

  • Steve J.

    This place is right in my wheelhouse. I am a big beer fan, and Dogfish Head brews great beer. I will openly admit that some of their one-off beers miss sometimes, but more likely than not, you're in for a treat if you like great beer and great grub. There are usually about 20 beers on tap at all times. On my most recent trip, there were 23, and the large majority of them incredible. I recommend getting a flight of the brew pub exclusive beers to start, and see if there are any that ring the bell. If not, there are several standards that I usually choose based on what type of food I'm going to get. Sixty-one, 90 Minute, Namaste, or my all-time favorite 75 Minute on cask. I always make sure to bring a growler, as the fills are super reasonable, and who wouldn't want to take some world class beer back to the house. The offer a great Homebrewer's discount if you're an AHA member. The discount is good on merch as well. The food is pretty exceptional as well. I don't think I've ever eaten here without getting the Dogpile appetizer. Although it is poorly named, it's Pita Spin Dip Nachos, and everything about them is good. The salads are great, especially the Caesar, the Salmon Sandwich is always good, the fries although sometimes not crispy are solid, and the pizzas are really great. Even the Burgers are pretty spectacular. I usually check out the specials as well, because I've had some amazing sandwiches and soups that are not on the everyday mend (Bahn Mi Sandwich, Black and Bleu Soup.) I'd be remiss if I didn't mention that the staff is awesome. It's always packed, and they do a great job of coming back to your table to make sure you have everything that you need, or get you more beer. They are always friendly and very helpful if you're looking for a recommendation. If you go during regular hours, the wait can be long (sometimes over an hour,) but there is usually enough room to get a beer and enjoy the weather or a nice walk up and down Rehoboth Ave. Parking can be difficult later in the evening as well. They have a small lot, but it is usually full. I've generally been able to find a spot on the street within a block or so. Remember to bring quarters.

    (5)

  • Kara K.

    Great food, especially the appetizers. Very large appetizers portions, lots to share. Fun atmosphere, great beer selection.

    (4)

  • Kate L.

    Always knew I loved dogfish head beer but getting to see the brewery was awesome. I've been on several brewery tours and can easily say theirs was great. Their tasting room staff was awesome and incredibly knowledgable about the beers I tried. The beer was delicious of course but so was the food truck stationed outside. It had delicious food all made with dogfish head beer in some way. Can't wait to come back.

    (5)

  • Emily C.

    Decided to drive here after hearing about it from the people working at the brewery. It's about a 30 min drive from the brewery in Milton. We loved it! We tried a bite of the Alpine Idyll pizza and immediately ordered another. The crust was amazing. They also have beers on tap they only serve at the brewpub. Definitely cool to try some of their exclusives! Service wasn't great, but they were packed so I will let that go. They have a tiny parking lot next to the restaurant if you are lucky enough to get a spot. 315/365

    (5)

  • Mac O.

    Coming from the DC area, I'm familiar with Dogfish Head's brewpubs, as they populate our suburbs. I find them corporate and cookie-cutter-ish with the same décor, but think the food and brew make up for the lack of atmosphere. As husband and I headed down to 320 Rehoboth Avenue (the site of the original Dogfish brewery before outgrowing its humble beginnings) for a late lunch, I envisioned something similar to the brewpubs. Wrong. Brewings & Eats is humbly rustic, looking every bit like a converted boathouse with wide-planked wood floors and exposed roof beams. The long, dining hall-esque space is crowded and loud, flanked by a bar running the length of the restaurant. Husband and I put our names in for a table, and were then fortunate enough to snag two newly-abandoned stools at the bar in order to enjoy some beer while we waited. I was excited to see that -- along with year-round, seasonal and limited-release suds -- the brewpub offers its own exclusive brews. I went with the DNA Late Summer '13 Harvest, a Saison-based beer brewed with watermelon and Thai basil, both of which cut through the rich Saison with herbaceous clarity. Husband opted for the Significant Other, an American Pale Ale spiced with sage and Oolong and aged in cedar. Once seated at our table for lunch, we scanned the menu and quickly decided to try anything that mentioned one of Dogfish's many beers as an ingredient. We started with the Olives-Pickles-Cheese plate: 60 Minute IPA-marinated Greek olives and Brooklyn Brine Hop-Pickles served with an artisanal cheese selection (in this case, a creamy, tangy blue). I followed up with a cup of the soup du jour, a wonderfully warming, velvety mushroom bisque made with Dogfish's India Brown Ale. While husband enjoyed a daily special of tile fish, clams and chorizo, I noshed the Pub Salad with Midas Touch vinaigrette and crispy falafel. [Bonus: Dogfish is committed to supporting local vendors, and a list of their partner farms and orchards is listed on a chalkboard in the dining room.] Alongside our food we sipped on Bitches Brew and Raison D'Etre. It was loud. We had a wait. But our server bust her butt to take care of us, the food was excellent, and the beers better. Whiling a couple hours away at Brewings & Eats was the perfect escape from the cold, rainy beach. Plus, when the bill came it put a disbelieving smiles on our faces: nope, we're not in Kansas...er, the DC 'burbs...anymore.

    (4)

  • Randi M.

    The staff is welcoming, friendly and attentive, every time. The atmosphere has a fun, rustic appeal, and its very cool to see that libations are crafted behind that big glass wall in the back of the restaurant. The beers are, of course, phenomenal. There is always a wonderful selection on the menu, plus a few surprises and special treats they bring out of retirement that you can find on the blackboard over the bar. You are welcome to try any beer you like to see if its what you want, and the waiters are all very knowledgeable about them. They even list the alcohol content of each beer right on the menu. The food? Well, the food is fantastic! The pizza is so much better than I expected, and the soft pretzel bites are absolutely terrific (its the sauces!). If you are a fan of pairing beer with food, drinking beer alone, or indulging in decadent liquors, Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats is the place to go.

    (5)

  • Brian W.

    I literally made a special road trip to Rehoboth to go here and to the brewery in Milton. Absolutely impressed, worth every hour on the road. You're a regular the minute you walk in the door, even for the first time. I was recognized the second and third time I went in. The beer, of course, is fantastic (though, watch if it's a wayback because you might get dinged $8 for a snifter of it), but otherwise $4 a pint's not bad. Growlers of almost everything on tap (except for the exclusives) are available and they have spirits made on-site for sale, as well. I only ate there one night and had the Indulgence Burger on recommendation from the brewery tour guide. I'll gladly pay $12 for a local beef and a bacon-stuffed onion ring burger piled with cheese and local produce served with handmade fries. They emphasized the fact that the cows at the ranches they buy from are fed the spent grains from the beers made at the brewery. I also had a delicious cup of the bacon, corn, and crab chowder. It was creamy and tasty. The bread pudding is incredible and I'm not even really a fan of the stuff. The brownie is also to die for. Everything is crafted with care using their beer and spirits when possible using local ingredients and you can absolutely tell a difference in taste and quality. I wish I lived closer, I'd probably be there everyday. I will definitely be going back, though I may fly the next time!

    (5)

  • N. S.

    The wait was about 20 minutes for four to be seated but there was room at the bar. Offer a large variety of beer and even had some good wine selection too. The food was very good and I would highly recommend.

    (5)

  • Mark B.

    Perhaps the best brewpub on the East Coast. If you love beer, it's a "bucket list" stop. Brew Pub exclusive beer and rare vintages are regulars on the menu, but it doesn't stop there. The food is fantastic. The specials are always well thought through and the menu items are well prepared too. No deep fried nonsense here. I have to be honest - I am bias, this is my favorite restaurant on the East Coast. I always stop here if I'm within 45 minutes.

    (5)

  • John T.

    Great food, great beer, good atmosphere, great service, family friendly. Nothing bad to say at all.

    (4)

  • Jason B.

    Honestly one of the best dining experiences I have had in years. Our server was great and the beer selection was absolutely phenomenal. We had one of their ancient beers, which we could not get enough of, an apricot IPA, a stout or porter with roasty vanilla accents, and sampled many others. To eat I had Thai calamari (the best way to do it, screw marinara sauce), crab and asparagus pizza, and a bacon wrapped onion ring. Everything we consumed, beer or food, was so good that we had to share as a group. It was the highlight of our trip, everything else after that (including going to the beach) was still enjoyable, but downhill. This alone was worth the trip to Rehoboth. I highly recommend it.

    (5)

  • Carol S.

    Fantastic! I will always come here when at the beach, of course for the awesome and eclectic selection of beers, but the food is very good too! Pizza night is a must!

    (5)

  • Dan R.

    Dogfish Head Brewing & Eats brings it strong on the beer, and just-ok on the food. One of the real benefits to dining at the brewery is the availability of micro-lot beer selections, varieties that are special and only made in small batches. The beer is plentiful, and there are enough styles to get you drunk before you've even tried half of them. And they are all amazing. While I actually liked the grub, I guess I was hoping for more than your typical pub food experience, but that's basically what it is. It good stuff, but heavy on the deep-frier, burgers and TGIF-style menu items. Considering how thoughtful their beers are, I wanted an awesome gastropub experience, but this just isn't it. It's greasy, heavy, and delicious. But not amazing or creative. This place is definitely all about the beer.

    (4)

  • Rebecca G.

    This restaurant is one that I wish I could give more stars for, but cannot bring myself to. They have GREAT beer and a really friendly and welcoming staff, however the food is pretty lame. I had the calamari...soggy and gross. I had the "dog pile" which was supposedly spinach and artichoke dip but in reality was a pile of burnt pita chips with some weird white goo on them that tasted like tzatziki sauce. The crab and asparagus pizza had almost no asparagus to speak of, but a decent amount of crab. I cant say I would highly recommend this for anything aside from the friendly service and amazing beers.

    (3)

  • Drew K.

    No problems for me here. First time I went. Awesome food, beer, and service. And very quick and courteous service too. Bartender called me by name and repeatedly asked how everything was. Gonna go back if I have the chance

    (5)

  • Jonathan P.

    I always look forward to trips here while at the beach. The food is solid, but it's totally worth it for the beer. They have beers you can only get here or the brewery in Milton, plus you can get beers to go. Cosy up to the bar and enjoy some 120-minute IPA... if you can handle it!

    (5)

  • Jenna C.

    One of my favorite places to visit....any time of the year. You have to try a sampler of beer ....5 4oz choices....to get a flavor of the great craft brews. Service is always good. Hamburger was great, pizzas are interesting....something for everyone.

    (5)

  • Joe K.

    Beer is awesome, and so is food, what better place than to visit the Dog Fish Head distillery and their barn like interior restaurant. Looking over their menu, using right from the farm to the table ingredients, is in all of their dishes. Most which aren't too expensive unless your looking at their seafood which is about $20 and that's still on the lower end. Happy hour starts at 3 pm, with dollar off beer except for their special brews, and seasonal brews. Had one of their pizzas with goat cheese, prosciutto with a balsamic vinegar drizzle on a 10" flat bread. Taste wise, awesome, I seriously liked the fusion and style, plus I totally recommend this to anyone; not too pricy and enough for two to split. Customer service was good. Dog friendly outdoor seating, with friendly locals. Plus there is a to go window perfect for a quick bite to take to the beach seconds away! 4 stars!

    (4)

  • Robby B.

    I'm a big fan of Dogfish Head beer, so I was pretty excited to check out the brewpub. I was a slightly disappointed with the food, but the beer is fantastic. We got there around 2pm on a Sunday afternoon and it was pretty packed. The hostess said the wait would be 25-30 minutes. We picked up some knick-knacks at the gift booth and grabbed some beers at the bar. Much to our delight, we were seated in only 15 minutes. First thing we did when were seated is order more beer (duh!). We got beer flights. You get 5 servings of 4 ounces. Each serving is about $2. This sounds a little pricey, but is actually quite reasonable considering the quality, variety, and high abv of the beers you can get. They are brought out on a laminated sheet with each beer labeled. This is really helpful - of course you want to know what you're drinking! The selection is fantastic. You can get their standard stuff (Indian Brown Ale, 60 Minute IPA), but if you don't try the more exciting brews, you're doing it wrong--especially because Dogfish Head is known for its innovative and quirky beers. Some of my favorites included Sah'Tea, Theobroma, and 75 Minute IPA (on cask!). They also have a lot of spirits. Next time I come I want to try their peanut butter vodka! The food was good, but not amazing. We started with the fried calamari. It was fine, but not great. The breading was too heavy and the calamari itself was a bit rubbery. Banana peppers also came with the app. Accompanying cocktail and garlic soy sauces were pretty good. $10 for a large portion. I got the Raison D'Être shortrib. It didn't really have the sweet flavor of Raison D'Être beer. The dish wasn't spectacular, but still good. My friend hit the nail on the head when he said that it reminded him of Chipotle. It was slightly spicy and had cilantro in it. Of course, the dish was higher quality then a Chipotle burrito, but the similar taste was noticeable. The meat was tender and moist. The dish also came with polenta cakes. They were nice and crispy and had corn kernels inside of them too. The polenta cakes unfortunately get soaked and mushy in the Raison D'Être sauce. Not bad at $14, but not amazing. Another got the fish tacos. The fish was breaded a bit too heavily. The accompanying black beans and rice were too dry. It was also $14. Not a bad dish, but not recommendable. The final meal ordered was a pizza. It had mozzarella, tomato, and caramelized onions. It was very tasty. The crust was seasoned nicely too. Probably the best deal at $11. Dessert looked good, but we didn't try any. I was looking for a beer float on the menu, but I didn't see one. Service was good. Bartenders and waitresses know their stuff about the drinks, which is especially helpful for the beer noobs. Service is prompt and food wait times are pretty quick. Atmosphere is fun and homey. It fits the Dogfish Head's "off-centered ales for off-centered people" mantra pretty well. I had an awesome time and will be back definitely to try more great beer (and maybe fill a growler!). The beer definitely carry this place. If I do go for food again, I'll probably try the simpler fare. In addition to the pizza, the burgers are also pretty cheap and look great.

    (4)

  • Rebecca C.

    Had a great dinner (salmon sandwich and pretzel bites for an app) and great beers when I visited early this week. The staff is very knowledgeable about the beers and extremely attentive. We went on a Monday night so there was no wait to get it. We went back for drinks that night and sat at the bar. The bartenders were attentive, polite and knew their stuff. The whole reason for the visit was to taste the beers and we weren't disappointed!

    (5)

  • Mattie C.

    I'll admit that I may be a little bit biased - boyfriend and I LOVE dogfish head. We like the beer, the brand, the story behind it, and even own the founder's book - Brewing up a Business. Our friends are mostly big beer nerds too - so the whole group was basically EXTREMELY excited to go here. First, the beer: AMAZING! There were some really unique ones and I love the descriptions they provide for them. I had a Black and Blue and then a beer sampler (samples are generously poured, btw) consisting of 5 different ones. All were great except for the Choc Lobster - that had a horrible aftertaste and no one at the table liked it. They had a great one that comes from some old Chinese recipe, and I think my favorite of the night was the Sah-tea. It was so unique and I can barely describe the taste other than to say it was unusaul and incredible! OH, another must-get is the Black and Red. Imagine someone turning a York peppermint patty into a beer. The beer smelled and tasted amazing - the only comparable one I have had to that is the Southern Brewer's Creme Brulee. Then, the vodka: they brew their own vodka too! I had a drink called the PB-tini which was basically their peanut butter-infused vodka, chocolate-infused vodka and some chocolate syrup. Imagine someone turning a Reeses peanut butter cup into a cocktail. A friend got a vodka sampler with a bunch of unique flavors on it - all that I tasted were fantastic! Food: I had an awesome soup with an assortment of different mushrooms and beer broth. It was rich and creamy and delicious! I had some bites of boyfriend's "fifth column" pizza - to me that was just kind of a normal pizza, nothing special about it - there was crab on there but I didn't really notice it. THEN I had the chocolate BACON cheesecake. Amazing dish! The addition of bacon in there is incredible. Unfortunately, it was also very rich and I had to take most of it home. But it was amazing! I am starting to run out of adjectives here to describe how great the drinks/food were and should probably stop gushing. If you are interested in trying out unique beers and some interesting food combinations I don't think you could be disappointed with this place. Loved it!

    (5)

  • Jacqueline H.

    really had a wonderful experience here it was actually the best part of our trip

    (4)

  • Mark N.

    Went on burger night. The avocado mayonnaise was amazing and the medium burger cooked perfectly. That paired with fried pickle spears and the hops on tap couldn't have been more pleasing. Great food and drink with great friends. Definitely a favorite!

    (5)

  • Justin L.

    Dogfish Head was the brewery that got me to really like beer. One day in college, a friend handed me a 60 minute IPA and BOOM I was sold. Since then, I've kept up with every release they've had, and even hunted down some of their older stuff that's still floating around. It's safe to say that as I've gotten into craft beer, that I've spent far more money on them than any other brewery. The following review addresses both the food and beer in their brewpub based on 3 separate visits, and lets just say that the beer is weighting up their rating. I didn't get to attend a proper brewery tour the first time I came here because they were booked solid by the time I realized you had to call ahead. However, the tour they ran here is better than some actual brewery tours I've attended. There is only one guide who runs them, and he knows that place and the company history inside and out. First you start out on the ground floor with the tanks where they make the brewpub exclusive beers, and later you go upstairs and see their new distillery (they make rum, gin, and liquor). He was informative without necessarily having to be led on by an attendee that knew what they were talking about, unlike most tours. All in all, one of the best guides and tours I've been on. It's sad that since then, they've discontinued doing this--I suspect he was promoted. First beer I tried on my initial visit was the 120 min IPA, which they miraculously had just put on tap! It lived up to the hype, with a consistency almost closer to some kind of liquor than a beer and being packed with hoppy flavor. I had been waiting years to try this and the wait was worth it. Next up was the Theobroma, part of their ancient ale series. It was based on an Aztec recipe with cocoa powder, cocoa nibs, honey, chilies and annatto. It was a complex beer with awesome, unique flavors; every ingredient I just mentioned stood out. Next up was the original Dogfish beer, the Shelter Pale Ale. It wasn't an insane concoction like the others, but it was a good "slowdown" beer. I wish they would distribute this up in NY by me. Around this time I also tried my brother's beer, which was a summer ale made specifically for the brewpub called a Zeno. It was one of the best summer ales I've ever had. Very subtle and refreshing in the beginning with a big zing of hops towards the end. I also tried the Namaste and My Antonia, which were also good but I remembered less about them; this may have had to do with the extra 120 minute in between. For the rest of this visit, I remember we got parmesean rosemary fries as an appetizer and that I got crabcakes. I recall enjoying everything, even though I was pretty gone and had the munchies. The restaurant screwed up my brother's burger twice as well. My stomach was seriously messed up the next day, which I assumed was due to the incredible slate of beer. This was a bit curious about this though, as I'm not a lightweight by any means. My stomach almost ruined the trip. The next time I was there briefly for my friend's birthday. We were driving down to Ocean City and he had to stop at the "Mecca". I had a Czech pilsner that was a brewpub special( I barely missed out of Choc Lobster), and he got a 120 minute and a Palo Santo. Suffice to say, he was flying on the ride back. Our bartender wasn't very friendly and was slow to get our beers, but he didn't ruin our experience. I only wish I didn't have to drive so I could've drank more. In addition, I had called 2 weeks prior asking if they had any boxes of Positive Contact left that I could snag. One of the brewpubs' workers actually bought it for me personally and I was able to reimburse him there. It is absolutely incredible that this guy who I had never met in my life would go and do this for a complete stranger, even giving me his cell phone number. I visited again 2 days after with my family, and this is where the rating takes a dive. I first tried the Black & Red, which was the worst DFH beer I've had, bar none. It tasted like cough syrup, and I sent it back. This was only available at their brewpub and it's since been discontinued, which is a good move. I then grabbed an aged Immort Ale which was stellar, and later on an aged 120 min. These were pricey, but worth it. What wasn't worth it was the food. The fries we got to start were way overspiced.. Even worse, my fish and chips were disgusting; they were tasteless and oily. I didn't come close to finishing them. My family's food was also inedible, including the oiliest, giant onion rings I've ever seen topping some of their burgers. We just paid, left and got food on the ride back to our place in Ocean City. Once again, I was sick for the rest of the day and through the next day. That isn't a coincidence, and it almost ruined my trip a second time. In the future, I'll be coming here only for the beer. I love you Dogfish Head, but holy crap I am never eating your food again!

    (3)

  • Mimi V.

    In the few years we've been vacationing in Rehoboth Beach, this place has always attracted a large crowd, us among them. This year we realized our folly. Dogfish is a tourist trap. It has a few interesting beer choices, but it doesn't make up for the indifferent hostesses and mediocre food. You'd be better off finding another restaurant, ordering a Dogfish Head beer there, and leaving those who aren't in the know suffer the long wait for a table.

    (1)

  • Jennifer T.

    I was staying in Bethany over 4th of July weekend and visited Dogfish Head 3 times while I was there. My husband and I knew we wanted to go at least once, but kept coming back because the brews were so yummy and there were a lot to try! Our first visit was on Friday night, there was an hour and a half wait. We did get seats at the bar pretty quickly though, so I was good with it. Let me say, we had our nephew with us (5 years old) and Dogfish Head has the BEST kid's menu I have ever seen. I'm not really talking about the food selection here, but the activities on it! They had MadLibs and string to make a bracelet, very cool for a brewery. We had the rib meat/cheese fries for an app- to die for. I had a burger for dinner (I know, boring), but it was really tasty! We came back on Saturday with our baby, but it was PACKED. We couldn't even get in with our stroller, so we got a growler to go and some t-shirts! Sunday was our last day in town. We came back again and this time the place was pretty empty. This time it was also just my husband and I, so we got to sit at the bar the entire time. We sampled their gin and got a beer sampler (to take advantage of tasting as many as possible). We brought home desert for my parents, the blue cheese/chocolate cheesecake (sounds awful, but was AMAZING) and bread pudding were both delicious! All in all, I would highly recommend visiting if you are in the area. The staff was friendly, the food was excellent, and the brews were fresh, interesting and delicious!

    (5)

  • G W.

    Beer: five stars Service: one star Cleanliness: two stars We came here directly from the brewery, which was awesome! We were eagerly anticipating quaffing a few more brews and enjoying some happy hour munchies. We changed our plans shortly after sitting down and being "served" by the surly bartender. Hey, Bearded Wonder, treat your customers like humans and you might get a better tip and bring more business in. Your attitude cost your restaurant about $50-$75 more dollars in sales...plus tip. We decided to drink our (one) beer and then bailed down the street to FINS where the service was better, happy hour specials were great, oysters were succulent, and they had Troegs on tap!

    (2)

  • Diane Z.

    The brewery was closed, so we were forced to come here. The food is on par with TGIFridays or Applebees. Fried or microwaved food. So expect that and you will be fine. Why two stars? The servers were pretty bad, but I guess you have to expect that if they are going to employ kids. Again, back to the Fridays or Applebees theme. Definitely get the beer samplers. Skip the bacon cheesecake, it's not even cheesecake, more like a chocolate mousse. The pizza was just flatbread. Again, probably to be expected.

    (2)

  • Erin S.

    Super friendly staff, great location in the heart of Rehoboth and an awesome outdoor patio. It's worth the wait. Make sure to check out the Shelter Pale Ale while there and have a bite of one of their pizzas; they're both delicious!

    (4)

  • Emily E.

    Really happy that we stopped here for lunch. The food was great and the service was awesome - great atmosphere and good for kids. I had a simple cheese pizza and it was great! Highly recommend coming here . . . .beer was good too!

    (5)

  • Zach P.

    Dogfish Head Brewing & Eats in Rehoboth Beach is simply... da bomb. The beer is superb, the atmosphere is unique, and the service is supreme. Tired of my adjectives yet? Honestly, there's no way to describe this place without plenty of adjectives that mean the same thing: It's great. Pros: Good drinks, merchandise for sale, plenty of TVs, a big bar, two floors, lots of history Cons: The wait is long, the place is very loud at night, the place needs more bathrooms, and the menus have no nutritional facts (okay... I admit... the last one isn't really a con) Experience: I traveled to Dogfish Head with family for the first time a few days ago. I've been to their brewery but never the restaurant, mostly because of the wait to get in. But, the wait is worth it. We were able to get a couple seats at the bar right away and stood around waiting for our tables to be prepared. After about an hour, the tables were ready and we took a seat in the middle of the restaurant on the first floor. I'm assuming the second floor is quieter, but I haven't been up there. I got a seat at the head of my table, which actually wasn't as glorious as it sounds. I was basically jutting out into the main walking area of the floor and was bumped into a few times. Walking room is very sparse inside. As far as brews, I had a bottle of Punkin Ale and a glass of 75 minute cask IPA. The 75 minute may very well be the best beer ever brewed and conceived in Delaware... very smooth and boundlessly frothy. As for the food, I got a crab cake sandwich with fries, both of which were perfect. If you're in Rehoboth and looking for good crab cake, Jake's is usually the place to go. Dogfish Head's is almost as good. The fact that the crab cake itself was hanging over the edges of the roll was enough to make me fall in love. Anywho, you may notice I included "needs more bathrooms" in the cons section of my review. I didn't use the bathroom, but the women in my party all attested to the fact that there was a line almost as long as the bar to get a seat in the water closet. Also, the person operating the merchandise window outside of the building took forever waiting on people. The wait is the main detractor here. Overall, Dogfish Head is a great place to chill out with family and friends over some great drinks and food. The atmosphere was great when college football is on the TVs! Enjoy!

    (5)

  • Ashleigh L.

    We come to Rehoboth once a year, mainly to enjoy Dogfish, both the restaurant and brewery in Milton. And they never disappoint! To start, you must order a "dogpile" appetizer and whichever tasty brew is exclusively on tap at the restaurant (grab a growler to go!). Also, depending which season you visit, you'll have options such as Aprihop, Peche Festina, or Punkin. This visit, one of the did specials was antelope sliders (incredible!), and their regular menu is consistently delicious. We have tried pretty much all of it, and I also highly recommend crab and corn chowder. I can't wait to go back! This craft brewery knows what they are doing!

    (5)

  • Emily C.

    We are huge fans of Dogfish Head beer! We live in Alexandria, VA and have frequented Dogfish Head Alehouse in Falls Church, VA the past 3 years we've lived here. We have always hoped to visit the original restaurant and had the opportunity to do so this weekend...for a wedding! Coolest reception location ever! We had 2 hours between the ceremony and the reception and since we've always wanted to go to the original restaurant we decided to spend those 2 hours hanging out down stairs. Our server greeted us promptly, was friendly and was appropriately attentive considering we hung out there for 2 hours. She recognized right away that we were there for the wedding. We got the evening started with a round of beers and snacked on the Chickpea Falafel, the Roasted Garlic Hummus, the Fried Pickle Spears, and the Short Rib Cheese Fries. All were delicious! Fast forward 2 hours and we head upstairs for the reception. What a neat space! All wood paneling and floors and the dim lighting made for a cozy, intimate and romantic atmosphere. They had several waiters and waitresses available to take drink orders throughout the night. We never had to wait long to order more beer! The dinner was a buffet of garden salad, the Mushroom Mac and Cheese, grilled veggies, crab cakes and brisket. Everything was delicious and hot, the brisket was so tender it fell apart. The space where the buffet was set up was eventually cleared to make room for a dance floor. Two things I'd like to note for anyone considering having their reception here, as you can imagine this is a small space. There were maybe 50 people there and it was close quarters. Second thing is this was a Jewish wedding and the ceilings in this space were low so the chair dance had to be done very carefully! But was fun none the less! All in all Dogfish Head is a great brewery, a delicious restaurant, and a unique and fun space for a wedding reception!

    (5)

  • Rob B.

    Our visiting guest really loved it, and it's so nice to try the exotic brews. I would not suggest the Red and Black but the antelope sliders were tasty, though overcooked. Avoid the crab cake. PS Service best we have had there.

    (4)

  • Nathan B.

    Went in with high expectations...probably my first mistake. Food was ok. The app was a decent portion size but I found the meals to be small. The service was slow and waitress seemed crabby. I also found their "beer menu" for a brew pub lacking. Love their beer not the restaurant! Probably will not go back.

    (3)

  • Amy G.

    We went there Saturday and had a terrible experience. We had a party of 6 and when we went to the hostess to get a table we were told we needed everyone in the party before they would seat us. We were waiting on one person to arrive and had to wait outside in the cold. Once we were seated the waitress was rude and I asked for some recommendations for a beer and was only recited the beer list. I ordered water. My friends ordered some appitizers and they were brought out by someone else and we never saw the waitress again. Three of the 6 of us left and went somewhere else. Our friends ended up leaving because the waitress never returned to take their lunch order and had to request the check from the hostess station. Sorry to say I Will not be returning there.

    (1)

  • Karen M.

    I always try to sit at the bar at places I've never been, especially if it's a place known for their drinks. There's something magical about sitting at the bar and in this case the experience was just that. First, the woman next to use gave us her order of fries since she couldn't take them to go. While some may turn their nose at such an offer, my eyes get big and my smile grows. How thoughtful! How nice! The fries were covered in rosemary and Parmesan and they were delicious and FREE. Secondly, the old man next on the other side of us was a regular and has been since the place opened. If he had a smartphone and the Yelp app he would be the king here. But he hates smartphones and doesn't give a crap about Yelp. Instead he cares about this bar and his friends. He comes so often that when he doesn't show up the staff told me they call his home to make sure he's okay. My boyfriend and I chatted to him about his stint in the Korean War and how he quit his job because he didn't want to use a computer. Ah-mazing. The food was just as good as the atmosphere, and I'd suggest splitting. Everything on the menu looked amazing. Make sure to get a cup of the crab and corn chowder (just a cup! It is RICH) and possibly the braised short rib. The meat was amazing, but the polenta grit cake underneath was on the dry side. The drinks need no explanation. Positive Contact is my favorite beer of theirs, but I was tempted to try a flight of their spirits. But no matter what you do, make sure to sit at the bar.

    (5)

  • Devonshire B.

    You know...when you're known for excellent beer, you should also be known for some excellent food. Talk about a major let down. The menu was somewhat limited, but sometimes that's a good thing. I ordered the 1. BLTA and my S.O. ordered the 2. crab cake sandwich: 1. The BLTA was horrible. Hard French bread, a mealy slice of Avocado, burned bacon (why would you be so cruel?!?!?), and slightly wilted looking greens. Ugh. 2. The crab cake was ridiculous for an almost-on-the-beach restaurant. It was a small portion of miserable little pieces of back-fin. No lumps, just mayo and shreds. It was honestly really sad. I'm at the beach, so why don't you give me something to remember it by?! 3. The fried pickles were tasty and the french fries were delicious when hot. Not exactly my make of a balanced dinner though. If you're here for the drinks, good on ya. If you're here for the food...well...I'd suggest turning around and hitting the boardwalk instead. They're bound to have more edible things...I think.

    (2)

  • Monika M.

    been here on multiple occasions...the first time it was only for a drink. we sat at the bar and ordered a flight and two beers afterwards...service was nothing special, but being a long time Dogfish fan the beer was awesome, especially the brewpub exclusive! the second time we came we ordered food, which was phenomenal! we tried the Simple Enquiry pizza and the cheese fries..the pizza was perfectly cooked and the fries had the most amazing whipped cheese on top! the only reason i didn't give this place 5 stars is the last time we went we ordered some drinks and an appetizer and a pizza and quite honestly the food was nothing special! we got the fried pickles, which were good (I prefer slices, not spears) and the Alpine Idyll pizza, which was a lot smaller than the first pizza we had gotten and it just didn't taste good...the prosciutto didn't taste very fresh and it wasn't seasoned well. overall i would definitely recommend it if you are in the area or a Dogfish Head fan, but be careful and stick to the more simplistic menu options.

    (4)

  • Katrina C.

    I came here for dinner on my last night at the beach. It was Sunday about 7pm and we waited about 30 minutes for a table. While we waited, we took the opportunity to sample several of the beers. When we sat down, I had already ordered a glass of Positive Contact, which I liked. We ordered a variety of food, and everyone was pleased. We started with fried pickles (good, but I prefer slices and not spears). We also ordered the large pub salad, which was delicious. They were out of the crab soup :( For our main courses, I ordered the the Alpine Idyll pizza which was OMG amazing an inspired me to make a similar (not nearly as good) version this week. I wish I could remember exactly what my friends got, but I am thinking the burger and warm turkey were part of it. My sister ordered the BLTA which was very good. We also got a flight of beer - you can choose one of theirs or pick 5 of your own. Mine cost $9. I got: Palo Santo Ahumado, Midas Touch, Raison D'etre, Theobroma, and the Black and Red. They were all very unique, which I liked. Service was solid, and the only thing we had trouble with was not enough room on the table. :)

    (4)

  • Meredith B.

    Traveled from Philadelphia to come see the Bullbuckers play here the other weekend. I'm not sure I wouldn't ever made it here otherwise. Boy am I glad I came. The band was awesome, the food was great and the beers were fresh. Cheers to the Bullbuckers for playing here and bringing me to experience such a great brewery... I hope they play there more often! I ordered the "Namaste" brew which I really enjoyed.

    (4)

  • Shane O.

    Food is good, beer is good, beer selection is great and the service is good... if you are reading this review you probably aren't a beer fan, if you were you'd be inside this place already. Stop in, you'll be glad you did.

    (5)

  • Jane M.

    I went to Dogfish Head restaurant this evening with a party of 7. My husband is in a wheelchair. I was told by the hostess that they could only accommodate our party upstairs, so there was nothing that they could do for us. It was rude, I wasn't even given the option of 2 different tables. Very disappointing, we go there every year when we vacation here without a problem. Last time.

    (1)

  • PJ B.

    Sorry to be a downer, but when I walk into a restaurant to be seated and a swarm of FLIES jump off the table and chairs we're about to be seated at and continue to hover around while I eat - I've lost my appetite. Our server was very friendly and the food and beer was decent.

    (2)

  • Chase M.

    Terrific beers, decent food, and poor service. We made a day trip through Delaware, hitting the main DogFish Head brewery in Milton and the pub in Rehoboth Beach. The Milton location was superb, the Rehoboth Beach was not. The waiter was slow and didn't check on us. The beer is outstanding albeit a little pricey, but for a special beer day it was well worth it. Go for the beers, skip the food.

    (3)

  • paul s.

    I think Dogfish Head earns five stars in the yelp universe. On a recent weekend trip to the beach my gf and I ate there twice. Everyone knows the beer is good but it's the food that I really want to talk about. During our two visits we had a lamb empanada, alpine idyll pizza, white chocolate cherry bread pudding, an indulgence burger, and a dogpile appetizer. The empanada was quite tasty but we were disappointed to only get one. Everything else we ordered was generously portioned, and all the food is reasonably priced, but you should at least get two empanadas. That was about the only thing bad we had to say about the food, which in general left us oohing and aahing big time. The dogpile was especially good. It's described as a "spinach and artichoke dip with melted mozzarella cheese covering pita wedges with diced tomatoes and green onions." The melted mozzarella cheese was way too creamy to be just cheese. This is not a criticism. Incredibly rich without being greasy or heavy, the dogpile is a really refreshing take on nachos. The alpine idyll pizza also wowed us, with all the fresh arugula, goat cheese, and balsamic reduction combining to make something that was tasty and original but still good pizza. We just got the feeling that a lot of creative effort and attention to detail was coming out of the kitchen, with really enjoyable results. Our only real complaint was with the distilled spirits, which we found to be pretty lacking. The peanut butter vodka, in particular, was a letdown, with little flavor, but all the spirits basically tasted like they came from the same batch of home made corn liquor, with very modest differences in flavor. At six bucks for a flight of four shots we weren't unhappy with the price but still ... the spirits are a good idea in theory that needs some fine tuning. Like some other yelpers, we found the service a little uneven. No big complaints, just some servers are a lot friendlier and more attentive than others. It seems to be the luck of the draw. But nothing to take away from two great nights out. If you want a change from the standard pizza-and-subs beach fare without paying through the nose, you can't do much better than Dogfish Head of Rehoboth.

    (5)

  • Erin C.

    I came for the beer. I ordered beer and food. I would only come back for the beer. We decided to go with the 5 piece sampler and were able to choose from variety of beers rather than just drink up the pre-selected samples. All 10 that we tried were great choices! You just can't go wrong with Dogfish Head! For food we started with the fried pickles. They were spears. I prefer chips. The breading just seems to fall off to easily on the spears. For our entree we split the mac & cheese. Good thinking on our part because the portion size was out of control! However, it was a bit too watery for my taste and not a lot of outstanding flavors. We also split the Caesar salad which they were kind enough to split before even bringing it out. There was a bit too much dressing for my taste, but the croutons were quite flavorful and buttery. I wasn't disappointed with this trip because I was really coming for the beer. I don't think the food is worth it for its own trip, but is certainly helpful if downing a big ol' pint.

    (3)

  • Lila P.

    Dogfish is good overall. If u sit at the bar hope to not get Phil. He does not understand busy bars or how to take care of patrons. We have come here before and it seems to be the trend. Food is ok. Atleast u get to try the new beers out since this is the original. not sure it's worth the frustration of waiting for 30 mins for a beer!!!!

    (3)

  • Sloan S.

    This review is for the bar only... came in on a weekday afternoon for a beer and small bite to eat. We didn't see two seats at the bar, but the hostess managed to make room for us (a few people were spread out onto multiple bar chairs). Once seated, we weren't really welcomed or acknowledged. After a little bit, the bartender came over and asked us what we wanted. It was pretty apparent he was having a bad day. I ordered the Festina Peche, which was really refreshing, and my boyfriend had the Indian Brown Ale. Both were very good and exactly what we expected. We also had the Fried Pickle Spears, which I devoured... very, very good. The only thing that detracted from our visit was the service- as we were sitting at the bar, he was also very rude to both couples next to us. Honestly, you shouldn't put your unplesant people at the front of the house...

    (3)

  • Melissa C.

    Huge thank you to Bartender Rob!! Great knowledge, great humor, goes the extra mile for his patrons!! Love this spot and wonderful service as always!

    (5)

  • Alex J.

    This place gets a lot of hype because of the brewery. I am not complaining about the beer, they make some great beer and offer up some interesting cocktails to try out as well. The only thing that bums me out about this place is the food. I think the focus 100% on the drinks and don't bother to put much thought into the food. The menu is quite greasy with not much flavor. I was also disappointed with the service. I've tried a few other places along the avenue and found service to be excellent at some of the other spots. The servers here didn't seem to care much about you, your food, or your drinks. They just wanted to feed you and get you on your way. If you're in town I would recommend grabbing a beer here but heading somewhere else for some food.

    (3)

  • Angela A.

    Beer is awesome, food not so much. Stick with the burgers! Short rib sandwich was cold, fries suck.

    (3)

  • Kim D.

    Didn't eat here, but did enjoy a few beers and a great live band this past weekend. Friendly bartenders, great atmosphere and good beer are enough to bring me back, and next time I'd like to try their infused vodkas (Bloody Mary with pickle vodka!!) and grab a bite to eat as well.

    (4)

  • Ashley H.

    Their beers are hit or miss with me. I'm a big craft beer fan and love IPAs but some of their beers are just not pleasing to drink. I enjoy their IPAs of any length of time. Punkin Ale is really, really good. Raison D'etre? Gross. Indian Brown Ale? Bleh. Midas Touch? Super gross. I understand a brewery can't be everything to everyone but I just don't get overly excited about them.

    (3)

  • Rebecca B.

    Came here for a late lunch the other day. We were not at all impressed by the food. It was like boxed pub food and it took a long time to come out. Calamari was bland, wings were OK, burger was meh, ceasar salad was nothing special. We got a flight of beer, which was fun. The firefly was really good and citrusy. I had expected better food given these yelp reviews. Come on yelpers!

    (3)

  • Lisa M.

    TERRIBLY disappointed with this place. I am local and have been told for years to go check it out, finally did. Went to see a band play Saturday night, got there around 10:45\11pm. Drove over an hour just to try this place out. Place was packed, no hostess, 2 empty tables. Waited about 10 minutes at door before the hostess arrived and tell us we could have just seated ourselves (tables weren't bused yet.) We sat down, the waitress, Michelle, could not have been any more annoyed. No smile, no hello, nothing. Placed a drink order and waited almost 15 minutes for 2 beers. We asked about food and she yet again seemed annoyed. Handed over a menu, pointed to the Pizza section and said we could only order from there and walked away. She came back about 10 minutes later. Out pizza arrived in about 20 minutes. She flung it on our table and walked away. No napkins, plates or silverware; no mention of possibly refilling our empty glasses. We had to flag here down to ask for napkins and plates. We were done eating by the time they arrived 15 minutes later. The place was empty at this point. I was only able to get one more refill, then we never saw her again. By this time it was almost 12:30. We wanted to leave but she was nowhere to be found. I had to go ask the bartender for the check. Michelle came back, gave us our check, still never cracked a smile, looked as miserable as could be, and left. For my first visit, I have to say it was terrible. The food and beer were "okay" at best, but the service was so atrocious I can't see spending any more of my money there. Maybe this was a fluke, maybe she was having a bad night. Either way, it's no reason to make the customers feel unwelcome. I won't be back, and I won't recommend it to anyone. I rather drive an hour and go somewhere the waitresses are nice.

    (2)

  • David R.

    We arrived at 4PM on a Wednesday and had to wait 15 minutes for a table. This restaurant and bar is wildly popular and has good food and lots of very tasty beers. A fun place to visit whenever I am in town.

    (4)

  • Patrick H.

    The girlfriend and I came here after we went to the new brewery location. I wanted to go because they have special beers here that you can't get anywhere else. Sadly, when we got there they were sold out. Lucky for me they make some great all around beers :-) The food was better than I expected. I had the soup and it was wonderful. All in all a good place for food and great beer.

    (4)

  • Tim D.

    Awesome food, better beer. Great service. I wish I had gone for every meal. Fantistic.

    (5)

  • Xing X.

    It's all about the fresh beer here, cause everything else is flat, including the staff. I've seen comatose people with more personality!

    (3)

  • Sarah B.

    Great food, great beer, great atmosphere! Definitely worth the trip! IN addition to having their "regular" brews, they also have special beers on tap. So good!

    (5)

  • Doug H.

    First things first, you should be a fan of craft beer before choosing to head here. That said, you don't have to be. For those in your party that aren't a fan of craft beer, or even beer for that matter, your standard mixed drinks are still available plus some Dogfish Head specialties to boot. I've liked Dogfish Head for plenty of time. Their 60 Minute is one of the first IPA's I was introduced to and thanks to it I've become a big IPA and Pale Ale fan. I've always known DFH makes plenty of other beers but I was very surprised to find so many new beers here at their Brew Pub that, once again, opened my palate to new flavors. Today my wife and I wanted to take advantage and try some of their different brews so we grabbed a 5 beer customer sampler. We went with the Stewed Ale, Monty's m2E, Sixty-One, Tweason'ale and Punkin Ale. All were great ale's but we all have our particular tastes and I preferred Sixty-One while my wife was a big fan of Monty's m2E and the Tweason'ale (she's more of a malt fan where as I go for the hops). We weren't incredibly hungry so we just went for "small" dishes when it came to our food. Namaste Chili Calamari and The Dogpile completed our order. The calamari was cooked perfectly in a sweet and spicy chili sauce that went really well with the beers that we had (I also had a full 60 Min while tasting the beers by the way). The Dogpile is described on the menu as "Artichoke-spinach dip and melted mozzarella cheese covering pita wedges with diced tomatoes and green onions". When they say covering they really mean it - there's tons of cheese and artichoke-spinach dip covering the soft pita chips and there were tons of them in this delicious dish! Five star's would have been awarded to this establishment if it weren't for the service. I can't say it was bad, it just wasn't that great either. It seemed like everyone working wasn't having the greatest of days and while they presented themselves as cordial it came off as fake. They were still rather prompt and in no way rude so even that wasn't the worst restaurant experience I've ever had. Still, if I could I'd tell their manager to work on getting some happier people working there, or maybe doing a better job of making sure their employees are happy. Overall I would definitely recommend this to family and friends who appreciate good food and especially good beer. It's a great experience!

    (4)

  • Louis B.

    Four stars for the beers and the food. One extra for being dog friendly. And I'd give it a sixth one for the no smoking anywhere. In a tres laid-back town of low expectations, noted for crummy service where most of the waitstaff seems to be on vacation on the job, this place rocked. My water glass never went below three-quarters full. My iced tea was always full. My pup got iced water with ice and he loved it. And then there was the beer. The seasonal pumpkin ginger was finger-lickin' good. And then there was the food. The salad was outstanding. And the crab soup superb. The entree was equally great. Both my boyfriend and I got crab cakes and they were delicious. Better yet, outstanding. And it was one of the nicest end-of-summer days I've seen. Everything cooperated for a super experience. Casual, relaxed, outstanding....

    (5)

  • Cher H.

    hoo boy.. the dogpile alone is worth ten stars

    (5)

  • Wade E.

    This is a must eat place for my family every time we come to the beach. The menu is made up of a variety of familiar staples like the fried pickles (yummy) and calamari (sooo delicious) with great pizzas and sandwiches, and then there is new fresh items to try as well. I love getting the local rockfish when they have it, it's always paired with seasonal veggies and is the best thing on the menu in my opinion. The restaurant itself is a nice place with plenty of parking and a nice outdoor patio. We've always had good service, the prices are fair. The beer is great, one of my favorite brewing companies. The beer prices are really great and so I always try a lot of different beers. The flights are also a great route to go since there is so much to try. My only complaint is that they have awesome crab dip at the location in Gaithersburg, MD, but they never seem to have it at the Beach?

    (4)

  • Christine L.

    On a recent visit we were so disappointed to sit in a dirty bar/pub. The beer is quality as always but we couldnt't stay due to the very strong mildew odor at the bar.. The kind that comes from not being properly cleaned for a long time. The entire building appears to be dirty and in need of a visit from John Taffer (Bar Rescue). Here's hoping someone in leadership takes notice and takes action. Really disappointed to have to cross this off our list of "must do" stops in Rehoboth.

    (1)

  • Mike P.

    I came here with a few friends after visiting the dogfish head brewery. While at the brewery the burger was talked up something tall. So on the ride there I had a decision to make, eat meat on Friday during lent or keep with my faith and observe lent. Normally I would alway defer to my faith, but I heard this is the best burger ever and I live about 4 and a half hours away. So I decided to order the burger. The service was pretty good. The waiter was friendly and everything came out on time. For the food I had the burger and chicory stout bread pudding. The bread pudding was awesome! The worst part about it, is that you need to share it with someone or risk bursting. As for the burger, I ordered the "indulgence" burger. Which had bacon, a battered onion ring, and cheddar cheese. I got mine medium rare, my friend medium. The burgers arrive and they look awesome. I take a bite and its medium well. I wait from my friend to bite into his and with one look I know his is over cooked too, it was well done. So I finished most of the burger but I don't know how anyone could say its the best burger. The toppings where interesting and maybe it was over sold but I still feel like I a made a mistake ordering it. The first thought I had after eating it was "was this worth chancing a trip to hell? No but on the bright side I do regret ordering it so at least god will forgive me in my next confession"

    (3)

  • Courtney R.

    I got excited when I saw a menu with gluten free options. But when I went to order, the waitress asked if I was ok with the meat being braised in beer. Ummm... Regular beer, nope not ok lady. Why would you have that on a gluten free menu? Strike one. The smell in this place was awful! I couldn't tell what it was... Sewage, fish, or something else. Regardless, it stunk, especially upstairs. We quickly asked to be moved downstairs which we were. The smell however attracted lots of flies... Strike two. Once the food came, it was ok. What really bugged me though was what everyone complained about.. The terrible service. Our waitress probably talked to us a total of five times. It wasn't busy so I'm not sure what she was doing. Strike three. The gluten free beer was really good and the boyfriend liked his beer, so that's a plus.. But overall, it was just ok. Disappointing.

    (3)

  • Shane J.

    Upon minutes of arriving in Rehoboth Beach we were hungry and found the eatery through YELP. Of course, I am a BIG fan of the 90 Min IPA, but I am also going to recommend the Crab Dip and Lump Crab Cake Sandwich. I don't usually return to an establishment twice during visits, but I am glad I did - The first outing was during the afternoon, the next was in the evening - we got a chance to hear some live music and also sample the Distillery. We had the Pomegranate Vanilla Vodka and of course some more BEER.... AWESOME

    (4)

  • Elise S.

    This one kills me to write. I love, love, love the Dogfish Head Alehouse in Falls Church VA (I'm there at least every other week) so I was expecting to be blown away by the "original" during a trip to Delaware. An hour wait? Sure, that was expected. As was the difficult parking situation, it's a busy spot. Zero service? Not expected...at all. I serve and bartend (part time) in the DC area, so I'm very forgiving of service issues usually. But our waitress came by twice during the entire meal - once to take our orders and once to drop the orders off. We had to get condiments/napkins/etc from passing waitstaff, and then we waited 45 minutes after our plates had been cleared to get our check. We finally had to go ask the hostess to find our server to get our check. It took the hostess at least 10 minutes to find her. It's a small restaurant, there's really no way you can just totally miss your tables for almost an hour. Other tables around us had the same issue. To be fair, it was 4th of July weekend. And the food and beer were great as always, hence the added star. But service makes people want to come back, it makes them remember their visit, and it can easily make or break a dining out experience. Go to the Falls Church location, they're awesome there.

    (2)

  • Twin's Daddy V.

    Cool place. The beer is fantastic. I've only eaten here once but it was very good. I had a beef burger than was tasty and juicy. The fries were a bit over browned, I'm not sure if this is their style on purpose but to me they seemed a bit burnt.

    (4)

  • Vincent M.

    Terrible! totally glorified bar food. I ate here a while ago and went again tonight with the kids to give it another try. It was as bad as I remember. Folks talk about the beer and if that is your thing its fine. But consider my experience: Asked waitress for something similar to a Heinkein. She brought me some dark heavy nonsense that tasted horrible - and was nothing like what I had asked for. (Later she made a bi show of telling me that it was "comped" - I had only one sip before sending it back! Ordered a hamburger medium rare. It was raw hamburger! Even the waitress was surprised, so it got sent back mid way through my meal Of course, took 10 minutes to get a proper burger. Fries were cold and hard. And service was mediocre. Don't fall for this place.

    (1)

  • Mike R.

    Epic beers lovers paradise. Solid food as well. Very busy place based on the great reputation, but they got us in within 40 mins and while waiting you can have brews outside. Bartender was very attentive and both times I went up for beer gave me a head nod telling me he'd be right there. Right now they have their 120 IPA on tap (if you are a hop head this beer is for you). 18% ABV so it's served in a snifter and meant to be sipped, swirled and enjoyed. Also tried their 75 min IPA on cask, wonderful as well.

    (5)

  • S. S.

    Sorry Dogfish Head I've been coming for years but the food and service has gone down hill. We were a party of 3 the place was empty the hostess wanted to sit us next to the bathroom while every booth was open we asked for a booth and she was not happy for us asking to be changed. Food was terrible get rid of the brocalli Rabe it was awful I couldn't even chew it and I told the waitress and she didn't even offer me another side. There are better places in Rehoboth Beach to dine and have good beer.

    (2)

  • Jeremy T.

    Come for the amazing beer. Stay to try as much beer as you can. Dogfish Head is the primary reason why I stopped in Delaware. I do enjoy beach beach towns and this was perfect spot in Rehoboth Beach. I had a beer flight of some pretty darn good brews. I don't remember what beer I had, but I have no complaints. I also had some decent wings. It's a very nice looking place with a very relaxed atmosphere. There's a nice little gift shop that sells a variety of beer related paraphernalia. I bought a cool bottle opener which I found the other day in my bag. Note: Most of the beer is very strong. So be prepared to have a good time.

    (4)

  • Mitch A.

    Beer is great, food is sub par. Like I had to tell you that. Crab cake sandwich too salty, fish tacos - nice cilantro, but that's it. The reason we go is for the beer not the food.

    (3)

  • Paul W.

    Come for the beer. Did the tasting flight and that turned out great. The pizza was good for a beer joint. Kids liked the pasta and pretzel bites. I would come back for lunch. Wait was about 15 minutes.

    (4)

  • Keith P.

    I am not the biggest fan of Dog Fish Head beers - as I try to avoid IPAs and hoppy brews. However, the Dog Fish Head Brewery & Eats is a great experience, with great service and even better food. During my week-long visit to Rehoboth I visited this establishment at least four separate times. My first experience was by far the most memorable. I sat at the bar as a party of four - no problem finding seats at the bar area. I ordered a beer sampler and focused on the brews only offered at the location (some are not distributed, especially not in New York City). We checked out the menu and could resist getting a few appetizers to share. The two I remember best are the Dog Pile (artichoke-spinach dip and melted mozzarella cheese) and the Off-Centered Hummus Platter (self-explanatory!). Trust me, don't try to share at this place - while the portions are huge the food is so good there is bound to be an argument! Great experience. Accommodating staff. Excellent food.

    (5)

  • Michael S.

    Great Place to eat and kid friendly. Service is fast and friendly. The beer is awesome with flavors that are only available at the pub. I stop in frequently to fill up my growler. It's a great way to get really great beer cheap.

    (5)

  • M F.

    Not good. Thursday night - over an hour and a half wait. Not worth it. Waitress wasn't great, menu pretty lame, and food not good. The pizza was like cardboard and when my kids don't like the brownie you know it's bad!

    (1)

  • David H.

    All the food was excellent. I asked for the rub recipe for the wings it was so good. I had the mealoaf open sandwich as well as tasted the corn and crabchowder...all amazing. Service was fast and friendly. People cared about the service they delivered. Of course the beer was excellent. One of the best places to eat in Rehoboth

    (5)

  • Miles M.

    The worst brewpub I've ever been to. I ordered the fish and chips seeing that we are at the beach and would expect the fish to be nice and fresh. It came out and looked like they threw a floater that washed up on to the beach in the fryer and threw it on a plate and sent it out. I took one bite to try it and immediately bit into a mouthful of bones and spit it right back out on the plate. I was with a party of 8 other people and another person got the same thing, and it was just as bad. I don't know how anyone that calls themself a cook, or chef could serve something like that or how the server didn't care enough to not bring it out. I am in the restaurant equipment supply business and a bit of a micro brew drinker so I was also disappointed with the way they served their beer. They gave all of us the same cheap ass pint glass instead of a nice beer glass that is supposed to accent good beer. From my experience dealing with owners of restaurants everyday, this decision to use cheap glasses and allow terrible product to get served is a direct reflection of how much the owners/managers don't care about their reputation as much as how much money they could make if they cut corners. I know this is a bit of a destination for beer lovers but I don't see them lasting too long in the restaurant business unless they focus more on their customers instead of their bottom line.

    (1)

  • DL H.

    Dogfish Head has some of my favorite beers. I love going here to try the beers they don't sell in stores. I've had the chocolate lobster, ancient and analog beers. Ancient was amazing. They have a small store and "secret stash" beers that have been aged that you can buy for $9 a bottle. The food is decent. A small menu with many local ingredients. Wife had the Antelope sliders and Crab and Corn chowder, both very good. I had a local menu item (venison sausage) that varies each week. It was delicious. HUGE fan of the beer, and the menu is good enough to keep coming back for both the beer and grub. They even have their own distillery and have vodkas and rums for sale. I got the Blood Orange Vodka and Honey Brown Rum, both good. The employee's here seem to love their job, they'll talk with you about the beers, which ones they'd recommend, etc. The waitress we had (Michelle) even snapped a picture of my wife's Tweason'ale tattoo.

    (5)

  • Christine D.

    Great menu with all my favorite beers! Dog friendly outdoor seating!

    (4)

  • Mark S.

    This place is mandatory for me when going to the beach. Excellent food and beer. Get a pizza! They rotate them seasonally but the 50 grand is amazing as is the one with garlic cream. Hands down the pizza with potatoes on it is my favorite though. As if the pizza wasn't enough, dogfish head is one of the best craft brews you can buy and their selection here is unrivaled.

    (5)

  • Frank S.

    My quest to find the holy grail is finally over... After 8 years of looking for Dogfish Head 120 from coast to coast, My travels finally led me to the Holy Grail of IPAs. Where you ask? We'll of course, just go to the source. At the DFH Brewings and Eats they have DFH120 on tap inside, but if you're going back to Dallas, then you'll need to buy the bottles. Ordered a 4 pack, call it $40 with tip, or $10 a beer. Cringed for a second but then remembered how long I had searched. Could one 12 ounce bottle of beer ever be worth $10? I was about to find out. After cooling down two bottles over night we shared them the next day. Wow... Worth every penny and then some. Beautiful flavor, balance, weight and taste. Truly worth the trip and every sip. Only mistake was not bringing more home. They don't ship and you can't find this anyplace else. So if you're there, get what you need and then some. Great variety of shirts at the outdoor store. Nice designs and soft cotton. You just gotta love Dogfish Head!

    (5)

  • Jojo H.

    It's a bit noisy and the waits can be kinda long. Otherwise, this is a very cool place to get some small batch beers and unique food. My table had the falafel hero, meatloaf sandwich, insane burger and pizza. All were well liked with meatloaf coming out on top. The portions are plenty big and the fries are tasty. Take my advice and start with pretzel bites. Yummy with the ipa cheese sauce!

    (4)

  • Ju L.

    I'm not a huge fan of DogFish Head beers, but accompanied my 2 good friends, who are. We had some beers and tried flight samples, which was all in all a fun experience, since we could not make the brewery tour. My favorite was the Black and Blue, probably because it is not an IPA. For food, we ordered the soft pretzel bites, fried pickle spears, the roasted garlic hummus to share, and my other friend also had the Simple Enquiry pizza. Everything was delicious. I really liked the truffle mustard that came with the soft pretzel bites and the fried pickle spears. Service was GREAT at the Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats, our server was very sweet, and kept checking on us - not in a way that was intrusive but genuinely hospitable and nice. We left the restaurant, but not without stocking up on some beers and souvenirs, which all were fairly priced. Even though I didn't take home any beers like my 2 friends did, I bought 2 beer glasses at $4 each.

    (4)

  • Dominique D.

    Be smart. Get a hotel close by. Between overstuffing yourself and getting a good buzz on, you won't want to move afterwards. I love pairing beer with food and you can do exactly that with the Dogfish Head brew-inspired offerings here. The table service is always great and attentive. Namaste Chili Calamari with Thai basil - Holy tentacles! If those little appendages are your thing, this appetizer was swimming with them. They were just about the right amount of crispness and I really enjoyed the Namaste chili sauce. Their Ancient Herbed Ale style beer Kvasir complemented the mix of mild spices and crisp textures. The Roasted Garlic Hummus was a huuuge hit. It was so tasty and the perfect amount of garlicky goodness. The woodgrilled pita was soft, chewy and warm and those 60 Minute IPA marinated greek olives are so addictive. This was easily my favorite dish of the evening. The 24 Hour Pork Confit sandwich was super flavorful but a tad too fatty for my liking. Overall I like the general idea of it and its assembly. Something in the description of this pizza spoke to me but the execution wasn't quite right. The garlic and Boursin amounts were fine but there were just too many mushrooms and not enough of the tenderloin filet. In hindsight, I probably would have enjoyed the Alpine Idyll more. Of course I left room for dessert. You cannot pass up any of their bacon chocolate cheesecakes (I still fondly remember the Chicory Stout one)! This rich slice of Palo Santo Marron Bacon Chocolate Cheesecake was pure decadence. I just had to pair it with a glass of Palo Santo Marron and it was absolutely perfect. It's always nice to stop at the brewpub to check out what's on tap, fill up a growler, or check what they have for sale in their gift shop. For me, it was a great preparation for my visit to the brewery the next day.

    (4)

  • Ann P.

    We came to eat here after the brewery, it was a day full of dogfish head beers. I ate the mussels and alpine idyll. The mussels had a good lemon and creamy flavor. The pizza was flavorful but smaller than I thought it would be. The food here is a good deal, it's cheap eats. The service is great. This restaurant is a good marketing tactic for the brand.

    (4)

  • Shea L.

    This was a great resturant in the rehobeth area I would recommend this resturant to any one even if you don't like beer their food is amazing

    (5)

  • Chris T.

    After an 1.5 hour wait, we were finally seated upstairs. Our total party was four adults and four children (ages 1 to 5). Our waitress, Michelle, greeted us with a smile and took our orders with a pleasant demeanor (even though the kids were causing a raucous). Wife and brother in law ordered the DFH burger & both thought it was exceptional. Sister in law ordered the crab cakes & enjoyed them immensely. I ordered the fried chicken & waffle sandwich which was delicious. For beverages, wife had gin & tonic, bro-in-law had the peach wheat beer, & I had the Blue Hen vodka neat. All were excellent. Even the children's meals were good - pasta shells, chicken fingers, & ice cream! With exception of the VERY long wait time, we enjoyed our experience at DFH very much and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Rehoboth beach.

    (4)

  • Cole H.

    Got there at exactly 12 so no wait. Amazing food. Amazing beer. Lunch was great, and reasonably priced. I had the burger with onion rings, bacon, and cheese. Fries were good and hand cut.

    (5)

  • Carmen G.

    Dogfish Head Brewing is along a tight street filled with bars and other restaurants. Initially, our destination wasn't suppose to be here instead we thought we were going to the brewery tour (30 mins from here). Good friend put the wrong address. Doh! Our party of 9 (plus a baby) were escorted upstairs to a big round table. One thing I noticed, we were the only Asians/minorities there. It wasn't noticeable at first until there were a few secret glances our way. The waiter was very knowledgeable in his beer so I asked what he recommended for something fruity and sweet. Festina Peche. A tart wheat beer fermented with lots of peaches. Fineee, I'll take it. And it was a bit soury but not bad. My friends all ordered the flight which consist of 5 tall shots of whatever beers they choose. Most let our waiter expert do all the picking. If you're a beer lover, this is a good spot to drink and be merry. The food is decent but noone comes for that.

    (3)

  • Courtney C.

    I'm only giving the restaurant 2 stars because the gentleman that served us was ok. He wasn't exceptional but he was nice and tended to us as best as he could. My girlfriend and I were visiting the area for the weekend and saw the great reviews for this place so we decided to step in. It's funny because I purposely ignored other reviews saying the food was "meh" but it was essentially just that and my girlfriend had HAIR IN HER FOOD!!!! We ordered mojitos and pickle spears to start. The mojitos were horrible, and borderline flavorless which is pretty sad for a place that boasts about its alcohol regardless of whether it's beer or not. The pickle spears were delicious, battered perfectly and had the perfect crunch. I ordered a turkey burger with onions, mushrooms, bacon and blue cheese when it came out it didn't have slices of bacon on it but what looked like a tower of bacon bits which I really didn't like as it felt like I just got the leftovers from whatever meal they prepared prior. It also didn't come with mushrooms as asked but I was surely charged for it. It was served with a side of fries that were cold and hard ::insert deep sigh:: My girlfriend ordered a pizza which she said was delicious until she found TWO hairs of the same color embedded in her pizza. The first piece was two slices in and she had HOPED that maybe it was just cheese or maybe a hair of her own because she just got braids but as she continued to eat she found ANOTHER hair almost cooked into a sausage on her pizza and we were both instantly disgusted. I will never visit this place again.

    (2)

  • david c.

    "Dogpiile", an available appetizer on the current menu, succinctly describes my recent experience at the restaurant. My girlfriend and I were visiting from Philadelphia, ordered the Dogpile, a pizza and a burger...and were extremely disappointed: mid-meal, I actually left the table to vomit in the restroom. Friendly staff, nice brewpub/beachy-esque space, solid beers, but gnarly food...kitchen needs a serious overhaul!

    (1)

  • Pamela P.

    We stopped in after seeing a movie on a dreary day. It was high on my husbands list of places to check out. We were seated right away at around 4 in the afternoon on a Monday. We sat upstairs and our waiter was friendly and attentive. We started with an order of the Fried Calamari and we all enjoyed it, even our 2 sons, ages 8 and 10. We had fun using the Mad Lib on the kids menus to kill some time while we waited for our main dishes. The kids ordered pizza and corn dogs from the kids menu. I ordered the salmon sandwich and it was really tasty with the blue cheese on it. I also had a side of the Dijon potato salad. My husband had a pub burger from the menu with a side of fries. And of course, he had 2 beers...a 90 minute IPA and a 61,one that was half wine and half beer. It was an all together enjoyable meal for everyone. Check it out!

    (4)

  • Al H.

    What can I say!! Great food. We did the brewery tour and they talked about this place where it all began. Since we needed lunch and it was close, well close enough, we drove down. So not disappointed. With great Dogfish Head beer including one only found there we ordered lunch. I had the chicken and waffles. OMG!! Outstanding. Waffle was so good and with the chicken and kicked up maple syrup it's a must try. It came with a side of cheese grits with chorizo. Perfect. My wife had the same grits but with shrimp topped with an egg. Go for the beer AND food. I was not disappointed.

    (5)

  • Cj m.

    Great service , great food, oh and better then great beer!! Super impressed. I was here about 15 years ago and the service food and beer have always been consistent. They gave me a copy of there rap cd a few years ago that is also amazing!!! But i misplaced it and need a new copy?? Does anyone have a copy? .

    (5)

  • Bob W.

    Falafel sandwich came out with really stale role. Server brought immediately brought me another stale roll but toasted. Nice try!

    (2)

  • Chris B.

    We came here after we did the brewery tour (it's about 20-30 minutes away). The food was pretty good. We got the calamari and loaded fries for appetizers, which were both tasty. Most of us got flatbread pizzas - I personally had the one with crab, which I would definitely order again. I tried the fish and chips too and the beer batter on the fish was great. FYI, the upstairs area is more of a resturant atmosphere (as opposed to a bar atmosphere) than I expected, so it's definitely a place you could bring a family if you're concerned about it being a little too bar-ish.

    (4)

  • Murry D.

    Lari the waitress was really pleasant and friendly and made the meal really fun. I made my own burger with bacon and cheddar cheese with arugala. The bacon was cut into bacon bits so every bite had bacon, which was really nice. I also ordered the sweet corn and chorizo grits as my side. They were more like cheese grits with regular sausage. Overall it was a very good meal and I enjoyed it.

    (4)

  • Gilbert S.

    Stop at the DFH brewery first and finish here. Best way to spend the day in Delaware...Cheers

    (5)

  • A. L.

    At the bar, 2 Namaste and 1 Raison for $13.50 which made me happy. For lunch we started with the fried pickle spears (the mustard sauce is delicious) and the Toy Box Tomato Salad, which had a great combination of flavors- smoky chargrilled onion and cilantro mixed perfectly, among the other ingredients. For entree I had the salmon sandwich with garlic aioli. The salmon was moist and tender and had delicious flavor. Would come again if I returned to Rehoboth.

    (5)

  • Brian M.

    Never a disappointment when I go here. From a quick snack and afternoon beer to a full lunch/dinner... The atmosphere is lively and casual, the food is always good to excellent, the beer is cold and terrific, staff is knowledgeable of their menu and offerings, and staff is always prompt and courteous. Located on Rehoboth Ave more towards the traffic circle than the beach, they have an always full private parking lot and multiple seating areas (main dining room, outside patio, party room upstairs). The menu is simple and one page...offering apps, salads, sandwiches, flatbreads, and entrees. I really haven't had a bad meal here. One of my favorite snacks is the pickles/olives/cheese plate with a cold 90 min IPA. The pickles are spicy and made in house, if I remember right the olives are made there too, and a chef's cheese selection. I highly recommend any of their sandwiches or their steak. I have yet to try a flatbread, but I will soon. Being associated with the world known Dogfish Head craft brewery, they have a huge selection of their beers on a massive chalk board above the bar. It's almost overwhelming...but they will offer you a taste if you are unsure if you'll like something. In fact, I could write a review on the beer alone. But that's another site..haha. This place is a go to restaurant when I have out of state visitors. I highly recommend this place for any foodie and/or beer head.

    (5)

  • Ray K.

    Went on 8-19-15. Ordered fish and chips--fries were terrible and fish was only slightly better. Waitress forgot to bring beverage. Won't go there again. A big disappointment very overrated Ray k

    (1)

  • Elizabeth W.

    My mom and I poped in for a drink while at the beach and sat at the bar. The resturant itself is so cool! It would remind you of an old boat house! Phil was our server and he was so nice! I ordered a PG-13 and my mom ordered a 120. We also ordered the Pretzel bites. The drinks were great! The bites could have been cooked a little longer but they were still really good :) If your in town and a fan of Dogfish you must stop in!

    (4)

  • Alyona Z.

    This evening I came here with my coworkers and we ordered different meals. I ordered my meal and the appetizer based on the tips from four square. The atmosphere is very casual and loud. They had a live band on Saturday evening when I was here. The music was good but so loud too. Overall, it was a wonderful experience with a great crowd. Their drink options are very unique and I had the White Russian with peanut butter and chocolate vodka which was very delicious, highly recommended. Also try out the SixtyOne, it was a very tasteful combination. Also the key west drink was amazing too. All the drinks are great and the food is delicious. Renn was our waiter and he did a great job, awesome personality to put up with our party of 6. We all enjoyed our food and will be returning in the future.

    (5)

  • Hannah K.

    There was a 45 minute wait for a table at 3pm on a Saturday afternoon and we were on a tight schedule so we didn't wait, but we did come back for a drink and some dessert after dinner! It was still pretty packed at 10:30PM, but there were a few open tables and we were seated right away. The live music was really loud, but it was a standard bar atmosphere and I thought the band was pretty good. My boyfriend was a little disappointed with the beer list. There was 10 or 15 beers on draft but I think he was expecting a lot more options. We both ordered one of the stronger IPAs (10% alcohol) and really enjoyed them though. The brownie ice cream dessert was just okay (could have been warmer). Food menu looked really good, and next time I'm in rehobeth I'll try and come to eat!

    (3)

  • Heather C.

    What's not to like! Great selection of beer and all that I tasted was fresh and very cold which I prefer. Food was good. None of us had anything that we were disappointed with. Service was great. I see the restaurant next door is gone. It would be great if they could combine the two into one Dogfish because the only thing I didn't like is the wait which is everywhere so it is understandable but if you didn't yo that is even better!

    (4)

  • William C.

    Very solid, obviously the beer list is extensive and delicious but the food menu did not disappoint. We were told it would be a 70 minute wait on Monday night for 7 people but it was only actually 40 minutes. Everything we ordered was excellent: calamari, pretzel bites and falafel to share plus fish tacos, chorizo grits, pizza, and a number of burgers were all great. Outside of a lack of excess on the whip cream on our desserts plus the missing anal fin on the dog fish head this place was excellent!!!

    (4)

  • Hilda W.

    After visiting the brewery, my friends and I decided to visit their restaurant. The atmosphere was very laid back, and my friends were all very excited since Dogfish beers are their ultimate favorite. The best thing about this place was that they had all types of beers that weren't found in most places. BEERS ON TAP. I got the opportunity to try their Duck Poutine as an appetizer. Man, that plate disappear quickly. As for entree, I ordered a Buttermilk Belgian Waffles and Fried Chicken Sandwich with a side of Sriracha Maple Syrup and French Fries. Although I am not really a big fan of sriracha maple syrup (even till now), it mixed well with the chicken. Definitely coming back to visit when I'm back in Delaware.

    (4)

  • Goose M.

    I am a huge fan of dogfish head and I expected a lot from this place after all the reviews, but I was let down. We got the fried pickles, chicken wings, pizza, and fish and chips. The fried pickles were the best I have ever had... super amazing and came with a fantastic dip. The spiced wings were fine, the pizza was fine, and the fish and chips were pretty bad. The fries tasted dry, stale and cold. And the fried fish, cod, had a super thick batter that made it unappetizing. There are two floors. The 1st floor was really happening. Had a great atmosphere and was at about 100% capacity. The 2nd floor, where we were seated, was at about 80% capactiy and had a completely different vibe. Not because of the people... but just the setup. The 2nd floor looked and felt like a completely different restaurant and in a bad way.

    (2)

  • Heidi F.

    Oh Dogfish you are such a beauty in and out! By far some of the most inventive and fun food. My favorite of course is the beer flights and infused brews. On this visit I tried the 60min in grapefruit and habanero and it held a fantastic heat. Also sampled the cheese/olive/pickle plate and didn't think much of it until the flavors hit my tongue a awesome start to the meal. Also got to try the pizza and to quote my boyfriend "the best pizza he's ever had" should sum it up. Normally we skip desert but not tonight! It was so hard to chose but ended up with the churros and weren't disappointed. This is one of my favorite restaurants for a reason!

    (5)

  • Timothy C.

    Big 'Ol party of 8 on a Friday night, and after about a 30 minute wait, we got a table upstairs. We had a very nice wait staff all night, and had some wonderful pub fare. Started with sharing fried pickles and falafel, both fresh and not too greasy, with yummy sauces on the side. I had the fish and chips, which were fresh, but a little too hot. The entree of choice for the rest of the table seemed to be a burger with a bacon wrapped onion ring. We ended with a ginormous bread pudding to share. Great flights of unique beers, I tried the pear (refreshing) and Indian brown (mild and interesting), they have a selection for everybody and something new if you've tried everything. Thanks for a great night, Dogfish Head!

    (4)

  • GT W.

    Food was sub-par. Service was okay to not very good. Location of the brewpub is great within Rehoboth Beach. Fun area holistically. Beer selection was very good with many hard to find or brewery only DFH offerings. No guest taps, which I think is odd. There are some bottles you can order off their vintage list that are reasonably marked up. Great atmosphere.

    (3)

  • Craig G.

    Been coming here for years. The beer is great!! There is always something new to try on tap! The food varies from good to great. The pizzas was great ( I with they would bring back the Chesapeake Pizza). Whenever you are there try the different beers. The 90 MIn IPA is still the best beer they make, but love all of their beers.

    (5)

  • Igor O.

    Three things out Delaware on the map: corporate tax breaks, tax-free shopping, Dogfish beer. If you are a concert pianist, the Tchaikovsky Conservatory in Moscow would be your Mecca. If you're an American IPA aficionado, Delaware is where you belong.

    (5)

  • Frank D.

    Love this place! The food and the beer are top notch and I love that there are beers here that you can't get anywhere else.

    (5)

  • Bob B.

    I liked it more this time around. The indulgence burger is fantastic. The onion ring stuffed with bacon made this burger extraordinary. I was able to taste some brew pub specials and two of them were great. Also being able to get 32 oz growlers of 120 and a bottle of peanut butter vodka to go was awesome.

    (5)

  • Rob D.

    I've passed this place I'm not sure how many times while spending the day at Rehoboth Beach while vacationing in Wildwood .. stopped by this past August and had a burger and their 60 min IPA. Food portions were pretty big and I loved their potato salad. While not a fan of IPA's (I'm cheesy and go for a Bud Light when drinking beer) it didn't bother me as much as I thought it would. I'd def go back for eats and try out a different beer or two next time!

    (4)

  • Christy B.

    Good crab cakes and beer. A bit tiny. But overall we had a good time.

    (3)

  • Cathy K.

    Go for the beer, not the food or service. Waiter walked by our table 4 times and never removed dirty dishes. Only half full of patrons and service slow. Lacking in entrees- stick to the snack foods. Won't go back as you can get the beer at any other restaurant.

    (2)

  • Susan M.

    Excellent beer but the food was disappointing. The crab cakes were no better than what you can get in the frozen section of your local grocery store - didn't make sense to me since they are right by the Atlantic and bay. The fish and chips and onion rings were way too greasy and lacked flavor. I'd go back for a burger (found out after the fact that this is what they specialize in) and beer.

    (2)

  • Amanda F.

    We came on a Tuesday and it was still pretty crowded for mid week. Sat at the bar and were greeted immediately. We LOVE Dogfish head beers and were excited to try some that aren't available bottled. I got the Namaste and it was delish! The little touch of lemongrass really made a difference! I got the Alpine Idyll pizza and wanted to love it - but something about it was just off - maybe a touch too much goat cheese? Also got the fried pickle spears - nothing to hate there :) Very good - hot and crunchy with a spicy dipping sauce. We ordered the rosemary parmesan fries to share and loved them - the truffle mayo and bacon mayo to dip them in were perfect! My friends got the short ribs and the steak with fries - both were too busy stuffing their faces to give a review :) All plates were cleaned at the end of the meal!

    (4)

  • Ed P.

    If you ever find yourself in the state of Delaware, you should make your way down to Rehoboth Beach to visit Dogfish Head Brewing & Eats. In my quest to visit all 50 states, I recently found myself in Delaware (my 49th state). Dogfish Head was a planned stop on our trip and I'm glad that it was. Originally I pictured the restaurant and brewpub to be a tiny shack on a small and somewhat isolated beach, similar to the beaches and towns I found up in Connecticut and Rhode Island. I was completely off on my vision, as Rehoboth Beach is quite the booming beach town. Plus Dogfish Head is multiple blocks from the beach. Though once we made it inside, I was not disappointed at all. We arrived around 6pm one Saturday evening and found that there was only a fifteen minute wait for a table. Even though we weren't too hungry at the time, we figured we better take the opportunity to sit down inside, or else we may miss the chance. Our table inside the cramped room was ready quickly. Before we could even think about eating anything we had many important decisions to make selecting what to drink. The tap list is constantly changing, in fact one of the choices from the freshly printed menu, 120 Minute IPA, was already dry. For our first round of tasters we selected Hellhound On My Ale (Imperial IPA), Indian Brown Ale (American Brown), Sah'tea (Sahti), Theobroma (Chile), and Black & Red (Imperial Stout). All of these beers were good, though all quite different from the next. Hellhound was a delicious and hoppy replacement for 120 Minute, though I still would have liked to have had another try of 120. Indian Brown is available year-round but is a great example of the style. Sah'tea was very interesting, with an almost chai tea taste at times. Theobroma was the biggest surprise, with flavors of chocolate and chile packed into a lightly colored beer. Finally Black & Red was a high alcohol stout with lots of fruit and mint flavors mixed in. While enjoying the tasty samples of beer, my wife and I decided to order a little food. We agreed to split the Revolutionist Pizza which is topped with roasted garlic olive oil, Cypress Grove Midnight Moon aged goat cheese, caramelized onions, green apple, and fresh thyme. The wood fired crust with bits of wheat, barley, and un-fermented ale was thin and crunchy. The toppings were a perfect complement to some of the outrageous beers that we were sampling. The flavors could easily go with any beer they have on tap. Eventually we ordered another round of tasters. Unfortunately I forgot to take a photo so I forget some of the samples we had, but I know that Chicory Stout, My Antonia, and Raison D'Etre. We may have also had Chateau Jiahu and Namaste, or maybe I'm getting confused since I bought a bottle of each of these from the production brewery for beach enjoyment later on our vacation. I also ordered a glass of the 75 Minute IPA on their cask system, a tasty blend of 60 and 90 Minute IPA's. All of the beers were tasty, that's for sure. To wrap up the night, my wife and I split a piece of the Chicory Stout Bacon Chocolate Cheesecake. In theory this sounded like a tasty mix: beer, bacon, and chocolate. However, the desert fell a bit short. I think the bacon could have been a bit crisper, since find a big piece of chewy bacon in your desert is really strange. The flavors went together pretty well, but the texture was hard to adjust to. I'd try one of the other beer infused deserts if I were to make it to the restaurant again. Overall we had a really great experience at this legendary establishment. I would highly recommend checking it out if you are ever in the neighborhood.

    (4)

  • Leah K.

    Favorite restaurant in Rehoboth. This visit was with a party of 16, including several small children. I called ahead to get a reservation, but they don't offer reservations. But... the girl on the phone said that there was currently no wait, even for a party of our size, so we headed on over. We ended up with a table upstairs, and we had the place to ourselves, which was absolutely perfect. It could have been the opposite of perfect, if we'd been left to languish with no service, but our waitress was totally awesome. I got a burger, the birthday girl (my mom) got a crabcake sandwich, most of the others got some kind of sandwich or burger, and everything was delicious. She offered dessert, but since we had a birthday cake back at the house, we declined. But when she found out it was a birthday celebration, she brought us some brownies to go. Most of the guys got various beers, and the out of state guys got samplers. There was widespread approval of the beer from all corners of the table. I thought it was pretty cool that one of the beers was named "Diane", as was the birthday girl.

    (5)

  • Scott K.

    If you go here in the Summer make sure you don't get a table on the second flood it was so incredibly hot we couldn't even eat. It was 20 degrees cooler outside. I usually only judge the food and the price but it wasn't worth roasting on the second floor I left half of my dinner on the table I couldn't eat with sweat Rolling down my face. Told the staff several times, they opened a window. That's it. If you like to lose weight while you eat. This is the place. Otherwise save your time and money. Typical brew pub fare nothing special.

    (2)

  • Dan S.

    Went with a large group of friends (11 adults/3 kids under 4) on a late June Saturday mid afternoon for some drinks and apps. Midday is a good time to go if you are going with a big group since they don't take ressies. Our server was tremendous, taking care of a large, beer thirsty party can be challenging but she was superb! My wife and I shared the Fried Pickle appetizer, Spiced Buttermilk Calamari, and the Leafy Greens Pub Salad. All three did NOT disappoint, especially the calamari, which was LOADED with hot banana peppers (a personal fav). If you're a Dogfish Fan you'll see all the brews you know and love (90 Minute IPA) and some more adventurous concoctions like the Choc Lobster (6.9% abc). I can see why this place has become a destination among beer enthusiasts, delicious brews and great apps! Thanks!

    (4)

  • Rich R.

    I am typically generous with my ratings, buuuut, Dogfish Head Brewings Eats in Rehoboth Beach really deserves all 5 stars. This is a very fun place and a must-see for fans of Dogfish Head's fantastic craft beers. A small distillery operates at this location as well; their offerings are on sale at the bar and gift shop. Visit this place! Enjoy!

    (5)

  • Faye B.

    I am not a regular so I couldn't say for sure that this is a four star place since I only stopped in for a nightcap. However, the variety of beers this brewery had was extensive. I wish I had more time to actually have some food with my drink and maybe even take a tour of the brewery. It was a nice stop being a tourist and I wish more time to get the full experience. Don't forget to check out the merchandise shop next door.

    (3)

  • Stephanie P.

    If you like stale bread, overcooked burgers, and beef jerky in place of bacon, this place is for you! I have to wonder what the former reviewers, who claimed this place had excellent food, were smoking? I used to think the only way you could fuck up a BLT was by using microwaved bacon. Dogfish head taught me there are actually 4 or 5 ways you can ruin a BLT...just to name a few: put it on a baguette, burn the thick bacon (aka aforementioned beef jerky slabs), include no mayo or any other sauce. Thanks a lot dogfish for ruining one of americas best sandwich creations. Why don't you just burn the flag and tell me theres no santa clause while you're at it.... I gave this place 2 stars instead of 1 because we got in without a wait (it was close to 9 pm), beers are good and fairly priced, and although the waitress lacked any personality or charm, she didn't really screw anything up. One would just hope with such great real estate and reputation, that this place could hire a better chef.

    (2)

  • Michelle S.

    5 stars for the beer, 3 for the food. If you have any sort of appreciation for beer then you have to go to Dogfish Head. Their beer is some of the best around. Their 90 Minute IPA is just phenomenal, one of the smoothest IPAs I've ever tried. They always have a number of beers available that you can't get at your local liquor store, not to mention spirits (the strawberry lemonade is top-notch). Unfortunately, the food is rather lacking. It's nice that they make a point of using local purveyors but their offerings are really just a step above regular bar food. We tried the hummus, roast beef sandwich and pizza but none of them were great. It's a shame because the beer is so good, it would be great to have some equally worthy food to pair with it.

    (4)

  • T P.

    I've eaten here a few times before and the food was okay. But I'm posting today because I'm really disappointed with the customer service. Our waitress wouldn't serve me a drink because my license had expired. P.S. TODAY IS MY 34TH BIRTHDAY. She could have just been cool about it, being that it was a quiet Sunday afternoon, and my boyfriend and I are both obviously of legal drinking age. But no. Thanks for ruining my birthday. News flash: If I'm old enough to have my driver's license expire, I'm old enough to drink. Just sayin'.

    (1)

  • Eileen M.

    Beer selection is great! I especially liked the Pangaea. The grilled salmon on top of my salad was phenomenal! So juicy!

    (4)

  • John A.

    It's ok, nothing special. Hot as hell outside. They some fans outside to move some air.

    (2)

  • Dave L.

    The DFH restaurant is a treasure in Rehoboth Beach. We had lunch there yesterday and were happily surprised to find this popular restaurant both reasonably priced and serving a very tasty cuisine! We had a short wait while our table was prepared and got a text message when the table was good to go. Upon sitting we got the lunch menu, daily specials menu and kids menus. Our waitress was reaching capacity and not what I would call fast or efficient, but she (after repeated trips) did manage to get or drink order and food order in. Fried pickles($6-7): it would be hard to improve these as they were perfect in almost every way! A thick but crunchy breading covered some large cut garlic spears. These pickles (4 or 5 spears) came in a steel basket with a fantastic dipping sauce. Crispy and hot on the outside, warm and somehow still crisp pickles were held within. Crab and corn chowder ($4/cup): amazing and fresh. Very tasty cream base with a sweetness from the corn...so good! Fish tacos ($14): 2 breaded dogfish head cuts in a warm tortilla w rice and black beans on the side. Again, amazing-fresh taste with a crispy breading topped with a nice tangy sauce. Kudos here also! Crabcake sandwich ($12): a decent but not huge crabcake that had a different flavor than i've had...very good but the weakest dish of the meal. The fresh remolaude on the side was excellent and paired well with both the sandwich and the fresh cut fries that came with it. Kids meals($5): chicken tenders and corn dogs. Average fare and nothing special to report here. Overall, this is a place that we will be sure to visit each time we are in thr Rehoboth area. If there was one weakness, it was the service...that could very well have been a different experience if we had another server. If you enjoy Dogfish Head beer....this is a no-lose stop for you. Also, though we didnt have the room for dessert, the chocolate bacon cheesecake looked great!

    (4)

  • Matthieu K.

    If you like hoppy beer, brewed fresh, this is your kind of place. Enjoy. If you like waiting 2 hours for a thoroughly average chain restaurant meal, this is your kind of place. Enjoy. If you like every meal you eat to be just exactly like ever other meal you have ever eaten, this is your kind of place. Scan Yelp and find a new local restaurant to try. You can enjoy some Dogfish next time you motor over to your local suburban stripmall ...

    (1)

  • Gavin M.

    Drum roll please...gluten free beer ON TAP!! I was lucky to be in Rehoboth Beach over the July 4th weekend during which Dogfish unveiled their new brew, Tweason'ale, who is made from sorghum and is 100% gluten free. I can say this with decent enough authority having tried all of the world's gluten free beers: this is the best by a very very wide margin. It is a crisp summer brew that is reminiscent of Hooegarden. For the non-GFers in the group, they were blown away at how good this was. Kudos to Dogfish Head Brewery, you've set the bar incredibly high and done a honorable service to the beer-loving-but-beer-deprived gluten free set. Kudos.

    (5)

  • Thomas N.

    Some of the best beer you will ever drink. The food is great too. Try the pizza. it's awesome.

    (5)

  • Tracy L.

    I am surprised that there are so many negative reviews about the food here because I really enjoyed my food. We started with the crab dip which came with delicious, buttery pita chips and some generic bread for dipping. The dip was good, but maybe a little small for $12. Then we got the Jumbo Lump Crab Cake and the marinated Tuna steak, both of which were amazing and pretty large for the price. Both came with a pickle and a ton of crispy shoe string French fries. The wait was 20 minutes inside so we chose to sit on the patio which was a bit sweaty, but began to cool off as the sun set. I don't really appreciate sitting at long tables with other diners, but since it was so hot out few people chose to sit outside so there was a lot of room. Also, several people brought their dogs to sit on the patio with them, which was cute. The staff was friendly and flirty and knew a lot about the beers they were serving. They were really good at recommending ones once they knew what type of beer you usually drink, but often pushed the sampler of 5 beers, which we got. We heard the servers suggest the sampler to all the families around us and 5 out of 8 of us got it. This place was really easy to find, we were staying in Dewey so we hopped on the Jolly Trolley and for $2 each rode it all the way to the end which drops you off across the street from Dogfish. I was really excited to come because I love their beers, so I'm glad it was convenient and as good as I had hoped.

    (4)

  • Kim P.

    Terrific to find one of our favorite brews (breweries) during our vacation to the east coast. The brewery and restaurant were just as I'd expect - full of character. The bartenders were great! And, 75 minute IPA in the cask can't be beat. If you appreciate good beer (or they now distill gin) plan to stop in.

    (5)

  • Dennis S.

    The brews are wonderful. Make sure to try the sampler if it is your first visit. This location of Dogfish states that it carries the special experimental brews that are not available at the other restaurants. There is also a tour at 4:30 each afternoon, which I'm sorry to say that I missed. I visited the restaurant once and planned to return while on my current trip. I came close to returning, but I realized that the food isn't of the same quality as the beer. While standing at the door ready for a second visit, I recommended to my wife that we turn back and find another restaurant. I would classify the food as standard, pub-like fare. The first time I visited I had a portobello sandwich with french fries and my wife had a salad and crabcake sandwich. Neither of us thought the meals were great. The restaurant is within walking distance of the beach, but the walk is a bit long. I noticed hop vines growing over the outdoor patio (a nice touch for a brewpub).

    (3)

  • Michele W.

    This review is specific to the Rehoboth Beach restaurant. I believe that the Dogfish Head restaurants are franchised. Every person in my family agreed that the one in Falls Church is far superior, in terms of food quality. (The kids observed that even the fries were not as good as the ones served in FC.) Despite the disappointing food, I'm giving the Rehoboth Beach location three stars because the service was acceptable, and the beers were wonderful. In both locations, the Dogfish Head brews deserve five stars.

    (3)

  • Ramsey H.

    The only reason to go here is for the wide selection of Dogfish Head brews and liquors. The eats are generally not very good. The menu sounds exciting and tasty, but you'll probably be disappointed. Prices aren't horrible, but the wait for a table, even during the week, makes this place pretty easy to skip. The calamari was way too tough. I've never experienced anything like it. The spinach artichoke dip was pretty good. Kind of like nachos but with pita chips. The short ribs had way too much cilantro. It was a shame because the meat was well cooked. The rockfish was completely overcooked. It was the only dish that was not edible. The bacon chocolate cheesecake was okay. The bacon should have been crispy, and there should have been less of it. There's something very unsettling about chewy stringy bacon in your cheesecake. The service was good. Probably saved the meal for us. I almost feel bad about this review, since they were so courteous. When we complained about the rockfish they gave us a crab cake instead. I didn't try it but was told that it was decent. I know this is a favorite of many people, but honestly I don't plan to eat here again. I could go here for a happy hour though.

    (2)

  • Stephanie G.

    It really hurts me to only give Dogfish two stars. The more I come here, the more disappointed I become. I have been eating here for over 7 years, and every time it gets a little worse. It used to be my go to place in Rehoboth, but this is no longer the case. The food quality is getting bad, and the workers are becoming rude. We arrived and were told that our party of 5 would have at least a half hour wait, which we would have minded except there were plenty of tables available. When we asked, we were told that they save those tables because they could sit 8 people. I guess they were waiting for 24 people to possibly show up to eat. Not off to the right foot. We decided to eat outside so we wouldn't have to wait. Normally we would head to the bar, but we were hungry and had a child with us. It took forever for a waitress to take our drink orders, and she seemed very miserable. Fast forward to getting our food. They brought us our appetizer which we were all sharing. Had to find someone to give us some small plates (we haven't seen our waitress since our order was taken, cook staff delivered food). Appetizer was fine (hummus) and soon after we finished, we got our meal. I ordered the portabello sandwich, which used to be my favorite thing on the menu. Guess I should have read the menu more carefully because the only thing similar to what it was and what it is now was the mushroom. So disappointed. As for our waitress, we saw her a few minutes after our meals were served and when she brought us our check. No one ever removed our empty appetizer platter or plates. There was a guy working who I assume was a manager of some type outside who was friendly and seemed to try to get things in order outside. It seems that they have taken some things off the menu (the tuna sandwich being one notable option) and have downgraded the quality of what they are serving. I hope the corn and crab soup is still good. It was at the beginning of July. If it wasn't for the beer, I'd never come back.

    (2)

  • Chris K.

    The food was OK but not worth the 1+ hour wait. I think this place is better if you want to just pop in for a beer and and appetizers. The food was not bad but there are better places for dinner. If I go again it will just be for drinks. The table service was OK, exactly what I expect at this type of restaurant.

    (3)

  • Matt N.

    My wife and I chose this place for our reception after our wedding on the beach. I have been coming to dogfish head for many years, since not long after they opened actually around '95. I mainly come to the brewpub to try out the exclusives they brew for pub only release on draft, but they have spirits that are produced in-house like Be, Jin and Wit spiced rum too. I stopped in the Friday night to before the wedding to sample Chicha a Peruvian corn ale that Dogfish Head interpreted, we decided to stay and have a bite to eat too after a draft and tour. The burger was very well cooked and enhanced by the wood grill the flavors were spot-on and the fries were crispy and tasty. The day of our reception there was a little confusion about the cake, but no matter, we were allowed to come in and set up ahead even though another party had a 40th birthday to celebrate. We came in and were seated quickly and appetizers came out soon after. The service was friendly and prompt and everyone was having a good time. I was pleased with the flavor of the salmon and ribeye and the asparagus was appropriately wood smoked in flavor. There was plenty of food and I thought the level of service was very high. I recommend them if you want to have a more casual place to have a group function and great beer!

    (4)

  • Sean D.

    I'm here whenever I visit, which is about 6 or 7 times a year. My wife and I have tried nearly every beer and most non-dessert menu items here. The beers are uniformly excellent and the revolving addition of new and seasonal beers justifies the regular revisits. The beer is reason alone to come. The food, not so much. The burger is serviceable, though the bun is always dry. The appetizers are uniformly mediocre. I can't recommend any of them. Some are outright odd: um, hummus with carrots? And why did I ever order that fried pickle? Things improve a bit on the main menu, but not much. The roast beef sandwich on ciabatta was tough, dry, and slathered with mayo. The melted cheese was also coagulated, which was dubious given that the order came out in 3 mins. I suspect it had been sitting for awhile. There is some redemption. The pizzas are not bad considering the absence of a pizza oven. And the Mac and Cheese is surprisingly excellent. If only there were more items like this. In sum, this is a brew pub that is a chef away from that fifth star.

    (4)

  • K A.

    A truly wonderful place for a great IPA and burgers. Not a fan of the pizza, though. Free parking if the lot isn't full--which is a great plus in Rehoboth.

    (4)

  • Tim J.

    This is the greatest place on earth. Dogfish beers are some of the best on the market and here they're paired with incredible food in a great setting. If you plan on visiting, plan a return trip because you won't be able to eat and drink all you'd like in one sitting.

    (5)

  • Greg G.

    I was disappointed overall. I love Dogfish Head beer, don't get me wrong. However this place as a brew pub ... meh. There was a neverending line for a table, unbearable heat and a menu that promised to solve all that and make me forget it. So we waited. And finally were seated where we already had made up our minds. I had their indulgence burger, which sounded amazing. An onion ring on top of a burger with cheese and the fixing and a toasted bun. What I got was a dry onion ring (the batter was still bread crumbs inside, a scorched but greasy burger and some kind of gross fries :( I was soo hungry though at that point and decided to dive in. I don't think I finished it. Overall I was pretty sad. I mean I have had their beers on tap so I thought this place would be better for it's food and setup. I wish I could say I would come here for the service, but nope. Our server was basically hoping her shift was over. We flagged her down like 4 - 5 times at one point because it was 80+ outside and she kept giving our table water 1 glass at a time :(

    (2)

  • Brad C.

    I don't think I could give this place anything but 5 stars. Some friends and myself made a stop here while visiting another friend in Ocean City, Maryland. Rehoboth Beach is only about a 30 minute drive so it made it an easy trip. Dogfish Head beer is great out of the bottle and even better on tap. My biggest wish was that they had more beer that you can't get in bottle on tap at the brewpub. They have pretty good food with a great $6 pizza deal on Thursday. All around Dogfish Head was great! Make sure you check upstairs, they have a pool table too.

    (5)

  • Marianne H.

    Ain't nothing like the real thing, baby. So even though I have enjoyed dogfish beer at home in Maryland and also had the chance to drink and dine at the Gaithersburg location, my visit to the flagship restaurant was my best dogfish experience yet. I had a festina de peche and my husband had a 90 minute ipa (they didn't have 120 minute that day, bummer). A friend had the chicory stout, which she loved. We split an appetizer of the artichoke spinach dip, which was unusual and really frickin good--deep fried pita triangles stacked with the dip nacho-style. I ordered a turkey burger, but they were out, so I switched my order to a wood-grilled pizza with shrimp, tomato and feta cheese. You get a choice of sauces with pizza (tomato, pesto or oil and garlic) and I chose pesto. It was an awesomely delicious combo, but the crust was a tad bit overcooked. Like, a little too much burning. But it was still a pretty good pizza. My companions got a choose-your-own topping pizza with portobellos and fish and chips, which they both enjoyed. I can't necessarily say that the food or drink was any better than at any other dogfish location; it was more the atmosphere that put this visit over the top. The huge selection of beers and liquors and the beachy setting were perfect.

    (4)

  • Thor T.

    As Brew Pubs should be! Long, interesting list of beers - my new favorite for summer is the "neo Berliner Weisse" Festina Pêche, a tart brew with a hint of peach. Delicious and at 4.5% ABV, you can drink several pints (beer prices are kind). The menu lists typical plates expected at a brew pub, pizzas, burgers, some seafood, lots of fries, all good. The popularity of the place means the kitchen has to go full-speed from the moment the restaurant opens and the cooking is mostly honest and done with care. The ingredients are outstanding, mostly farmed from farms near-by or, in the case of some meats, a little bit further away. This is a nice effort from a place that would not really have to go through the trouble but does it on principle. I liked the fact that so many families with kids were eating in the pub. Don't pass the small shop outside where the various interesting spirits (rums, vodkas) are available, as well as most beers and an endless array of Dogfish Head paraphernalia - they make nice souvenirs for beer lovers (this is one of the greatest breweries in the US).

    (4)

  • Juniper M.

    Very busy - good to make reservations if going at noon. Waiter was great and funny, let us taste a few samples before settling on one to order. Food was great. Service a little slow, esp on drinks, since they were so busy, but not that big of a deal.

    (4)

  • Tommy L.

    Let's not get carried away here. The pub is ok. The food is not really that good. Best thing I can recommend is the Fish and Chips. I've ate there probably 6 times and that's the only thing I can recommend to a friend. Calamari was cold, pizza had way to much corn meal in the crust, onion soup I swear someone mixed up sugar and salt when they were making it, it was sickeningly sweet almost like a dessert. The saving grace is obviously the beer but even then, it's not all that notable. What I mean is, if I am going all the way to the DFH Mothership, they need to have more than 2 things available that you can't get anywhere else. Iron Horse Braggot was great but the only other special was something so heavily smoked it was like a bad campfire. The 75 minute IPA was unavailable for some reason. So in total, exactly 1 drinkable beer that you can't get in most liquor stores. They really need to make the menu more consistent. As far as the beer, if you are a real fan, I can't argue you into a new way of thinking but literally half of the beers are some crazy idea Sam had in a dream. Some taste ok but more often than not, it's like something that you might try and never order another one again. It's his business and he can surely do what he wants but come on, brew something worth drinking 3 pints of. I have stopped in there in November during Punkin Chunkin and the wait was over 2 hours. Some obviously likes it but I think it could be a lot better.

    (2)

  • Tom D.

    3.5 stars I might opt not to eat here -- there isn't anything wrong with the food but it's not exactly memorable, but an essential stop for Dogfish Head beer on tap. Nice atmosphere, great beer and live music on most weekends make for a good time.

    (3)

  • Kat S.

    Located about a 10 minute walk up the street from the beach, this bar is absolutely worth stopping by while in adorable Rehoboth Beach. The décor is Americana and a bit touristy, the food (I didn't try) looked pretty standard, as was the service. It's perpetually busy on summer evenings. But the beer selection overcomes all of that and necessitates a visit. Yes, the 90 minute IPA is good, but bypass anything you can get at your local liquor store and get a taster of self-selected brews only made and sold local (and at a great price). There is beer which follows a 2700-year old Turkish recipe (King Midas), a beer made through a 9000-year old Chinese recipe and process (Chateau Jiahu), a 120 minute IPA and a wide variety beers brewed with various fruits and spices and stored in specialty wooden barrels. We were very happy with the eclectic and practically endless selection of craft beers and fell in love with some along the way (Chateau Jihau, Raison D'Etre to name a few).

    (4)

  • Nancy K.

    I love this place. Great beer, food, service and atmosphere. I have been dying to check it out since I've always loved their beer. We actually planned our vacation in Rehobeth just to visit the pub and take the brewery tour. It was worth it. The beer sampler is fantastic!

    (5)

  • Ryan E.

    Beer is outstanding as you would expect! The food is pretty good. Not very consistent though. Great sometimes other times just Ok. But overall the atmosphere and Beer make it worth it. 60 Minute IPA is the Best.

    (4)

  • Tom H.

    Great beer!

    (4)

  • C M.

    I love this place and have to remember to head down in October, when Pangea is brewed (it doesn't bottle well I was unhappy to discover, after buying a case). We even keep a neoprene-covered growler with electrical tape in the bottom for when we're visiting the area. The stout is excellent, and over the years I've tried most of their beers, which can be found at least through Chicago (at Sam's Wine and Spirits, not Sam's club) and down the east coast. Even their IPAs aren't as bitter as most, and at one point they were competing with Goose Island & Sam Adam's for the highest proof beer (the winner had a 22-24% brew, though there were some interpretive issues regarding who actually won). If you don't mind waiting, the food is very good (particularly the pizzas--any of them--and the sandwiches) and reasonably priced for a beach town. It gets really crowded at all hours, so be prepared to wait. The restrooms are tiny. Go for the beer. Get a sampler or a few pints. The spirits are interesting, particularly the distilled vodka.

    (4)

  • Dave G.

    I love this place - they have delicious food & beer. I highly recommend getting a burger on foccacia bread w/ the Midas Touch beer. Also, you gotta try Life & Limb - it's definitely one of the best beers I've ever tasted. Service is OK and the restaurant is kinda small. They have a parking lot right before the restaurant - it's small, but it's free. Otherwise you may need to pop some quarters into a meter. This place is on the right if you're driving on Rehoboth Ave. from Route 1.

    (4)

  • Craig F.

    I am going to keep posting until I start to see some change with the service and the food. I am fightin for you, DFH. Your beer is too good. The dedication and creativity that you demonstrate on the brewery side needs to filter out to the restaurant side. To be blunt, your service STINKS at the restaurant. I have never had good service and the last time I ate there it was absolutely unacceptable/incompetent/appalling. She really didnt have any clue on service and follow up....and when she did show up it seemed to be more of an attempt to move us out so another party could be seated...Just really seemed to be staring out to sea the entire time. And the food...local ingredients dont mean a thing if they are mangled beyond repair. But you still pack 'em in...there are always people sitting and waiting to get a table (I think they are lulled in by the hype)..... But PLEASE revisit your food/menu/chef/manager, whatever, because something bad is happening on this side. I do and I SHOULD expect better food when your beer is so stellar.

    (2)

  • Jill M.

    This review is only for the drinks. We didn't eat anything here. Great selection of Dogfish beers, including many that you can't find anywhere else. I love dogfish because they try such creative things! I actually enjoyed all that we tried. I also had the Pb'tini, a fantastic dessert type drink made with their peanut butter and chocolate vodkas. Everyone who was working behind the bar was super friendly and helpful. One of them, Wes, even got me some peanut butter when I got the hiccups (that's the only cure that works for me)!

    (5)

  • Barbara G.

    besides the actual Brewery, this is my favorite place on earth. Everything there is so good. You cant get fresher DFH beers and food. Most of their food is local. Also if youre in the mood for vodka and not beer, you must try their PBtini. Its their chocolate vodka mixed with their peanut butter vodka, super strong and it taste like you are drinking a liquid reeses cup. Easy to walk from the beach and plenty of cabs wait for you out front, if you cant make it home on your own. Fridays are pretty relaxed, Saturday got really busy, like a 2hr wait for a table. Totally worth it! Get a hotel room at the Atlantis Inn and youll be a close as you can get to the pub. If you live in any state near Delaware you must make this trip! Fun road trip and plenty of great memories. Brewery is right up the street from the brew pub.

    (5)

  • Tate P.

    NICE! We went just after the weekday lunch crowd was dying down. Did beer samplers as well as a pull. Food was average...nothing spectacular, but certainly above average for the dollar. Staff was friendly. Would def go back again. Superb atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Michael S.

    My girlfriend and I stopped in for dinner, looking forward to good beer and eats. We got thrown off upon entering by stopping at the shop booth, thinking it was a host station.. When we found the host station the hostesses gave us the silent treatment, we got a table in the corner under a way to low boat hung from the ceiling. The waitress was excellent, the beer was good as expected (tried the seasonal punkin ale). The food was a complete let down. It was not horrible by any means, but I was completely underwhelmed. We ordered the dogpile for an app, fried pita chips with a spinach artichoke cheese "dip." This is served nacho style with the dip covering the pita chips. The dip was delicious, the pita chips where a bad combo of greasy and chewy. You can't really bite through them, you have to rip through them like a microwaved pizza crust. Our main courses were the fish and chips and the fish tacos. I was surprised by the generous portions. The fish taco's were spot on. The fish and chips had two large chunks of dogfish and fries. The fries were as good as fries can be. The two chunks of fish tasted as they had sat in the fryer too long. They tasted more of oil and burnt batter than fish. If we go back, it will be primarily for some drinks. Not for the service or food.

    (3)

  • Tu-van L.

    Food and beer were consistently good so I ain't gonna knock a star from this place. But greasy fried bar food and thick hoppy beers do not make for a settled stomach.

    (4)

  • Sarah R.

    If you're looking for a place to eat dinner, I would not recommend this at all. I would go for drinks and appetizers. They also have live music on the weekends that will pack the downstairs. The veggie burger is really awful. The food really could have been better if it was made by my high school cafeteria. The peanut butter vodka is surprisingly amazing (I was coaxed by my Foursquare tips and gave in) There is a free 'pint glass with $10 purchase' in one of the neighborhood circulars, so if you use it, spend it on liquid!

    (2)

  • Micah J.

    Beer first. Food 2nd as with any brewpub in the world. The food is acceptable but Im more interested in sitting at the bar at noon on a monday for Randall the Enamel Animal. Try it. They take their 90 Min IPA and tap it through a batch of fresh hops then into your glass. Its amazing. The food it good but I dont make it a point to count on eating there. And I will admit the food has gotten a lot better over the years. A few years ago the food was junk, now its acceptable. First thing first people, BEER!!! Leave your kids at home. It gets loud, good bands at night too. So when your in there at 2pm with your 2 year old, dont give me a stink face cause Ive been in there drinking since noon.

    (5)

  • Sally f.

    beer fanatics will get giddy over the rare brews only offered here. i love the patio outside and the live music on the weekends inside. great business to stand behind.

    (5)

  • Shawn H.

    delicious!!!

    (4)

  • Carmen S.

    We love this beer so much, we were excited about coming to see where it all began over a decade ago. Get there early on a Saturday night as you will have to wait for at least an hour. We grabbed a beer and found a good spot to wait and chat with other wait-ers. Warning: don't drink a 120 minute IPA on an empty stomach unless you're willing to share your life story with total strangers. Fast forward to dinner: they text you when your table is ready, so you could walk around and see the sights while waiting if you prefer. I decided on a pizza and my sweetie decided on the crab cakes. The crab cakes were divine - perfectly cooked and seasoned, but the fries were cold and soggy, and the slaw was lackluster. The pizza was allllll about the crust - perfect wood fired texture and flavor. Don't waste your money on any of their vodka... I admire their attempt, but they should stick to what they know best: BEER. Did I mention their beer? It's hands down some of the best brew in the country. You can also grab a case to go at a great price, along with some t-shirts, etc just outside.

    (4)

  • Kacey K.

    I was first introduced to Dogfish Head a few years ago on a weekend trip to Rehoboth. It was Labor Day and I fell in love with their Punkin' Ale. Since then, I've happily witnessed their popularity skyrocket. I moved to NYC about 2 years ago and discovered that DFH was heavily featured in many a beer bar here. I finally got to revisit the brewery this past weekend for a friend's rehearsal dinner and was super pumped. Three hours of open bar with all of their brews - pretty sweet. Since I knew it was going to be a long night, I shied away from their serious brews (a lot of their beers approach or exceed 10%, which is pretty crazy, beware). The Aprihop was my fave and has officially become my spring go-to. As for the food, it was basic stuff, but well executed and tasty. We had the crab dip, pizza and peanut butter cheesecake (really healthy stuff) and all of it was good. The atmosphere is cool, but it gets really crowded downstairs. Luckily, we had the upstairs to ourselves. By the time we left, it was impossible to navigate through the crowd downstairs. Plus, they had a band crammed in there, so it was kind of chaotic.

    (4)

  • Matthew C.

    The food was pretty good. I had a crabcake sandwich which was fairly small (although at $11 was reasonably priced) but tasted pretty close to what I'd get in Maryland. My wife's portobello sandwich was a little undercooked. Our kids got pasta and spaghetti and were both happy. The restaurant packs people in (not unusual for Rehoboth), so don't count on a lot of personal space here.

    (4)

  • L K.

    Wonderful beer, good food, fun place. We got there early at a little before 5 because we brought kids and didn't want to wait. There was a small line but we got in within 15 minutes. Sat on the second floor which has a casual vibe. The place is packed so there is some wait for the food to come, which can be tough with kids. Definitely would go back, mainly for the beer. Did I mention the beer? Oh yeah, the beer is awesome. Especially liked My Antonia an "imperial pilsner". They have more variety on tap than you find in stores. Do go, but just expect crowds and some wait. Going off-peak times is a good idea.

    (4)

  • Paul M.

    So we went to Rehoboth for a week earlier in the summer, my buddy and neighbor tells me oh, you have to check out my friend-from-Harvard-business-school's bar, it's in Rehoboth beside some Irish pub. Tell him I sent you and I promise you'll get a free beer. My buddy knows what motivates me. But three things occur: 1. Magnificently, it turns out that our rental house is a mere one block from this bar. 2. It also turns out that, as you already know, the bar was none other than the world famous Dogfish Head Brewery, surpassed only by the Black Dog of Martha's Vineyard and the Salty Dog of Hilton Heald Island in vacation beer niche positioning , branding and marketing ( HBS MBA Marketing 403). 3. So we hit the rental house, hit the beach, and then we hit the bar. What can I say- the original and quite possibly the best ( I say quite possibly as I have yet to visit any of the other spots closer to home). We had a fabulous time. The upstairs restaurant was packed , the servers were hustling, the kids enjoyed it the food was decent, and I enjoyed the beer. We ordered a flght of beers - brilliant - and as the Honey fancied a G&T she ordered a flight of the house spirits. Holy Mary Mother of God. For like, $6 she got half a liquor bottle worth of gin and vodka in six different flavored varieties. She couldn't handle it, so I had to do the needful and that clouded my judgement on which of my own flight of beers I wanted to savor on its on in a pint. So I had most of them. We had a great night - a great combination of fun, food and beer - great and diverse clientele - I thought with the kids we would be out-hipstered - but it was not to be and the bachelor party at the next table were extremely well behaved ( hey - it was still early) - so I shared with the best man some of my favorite best man's speech lines: "-Bride- is a really wonderful, beautiful, amazing woman. She truly deserves a magnificent and phenomenal husband. So thank God she is marrying -groom- before she finds one" My minor quibble with the place - and I understand the importance of branding and positioning and telling the story - but it is a bit of a shrine to the founder guy with the endless barrage of press interviews / profiles / stories on the wall becoming as bit too much after a while. As our next President says - it's not about me - it's about you.

    (4)

  • Seth L.

    This is the best place in DE, period. Their beers are some of the best in the world and their food is mostly from local sustainable farms. For example, the beef in their burgers is from cows that were fed the spent grains from the brewery. Very cool. Just make sure to call ahead and ask what the wait time is; it can be substantial in the evening in Summer. Even if you are not into beer, you have to try their beers. DFH is literally one of the best breweries in the world. You can get bombers and growlers at this place so taste some here and get a few growlers to take home. Just a warning: If all you drink is horsepiss (Heinkein, Bud, Coors, etc.) then it is unlikely you will have the palate to properly taste their beers. So when you are reading posts on here about how people hated their beers, it is the people, not DFH. If in doubt, ask for a taste instead of a pint. A note to some of the other posters: This is a BAR people, not a black-tie restaurant. Notice how the word "brewery" is in the name?

    (5)

  • Elizabeth E.

    Good food, mostly good eats. After visiting the Dogfish Head brewing facility in Milton, we decided that the brewpub was not to be missed. Tired from the sun and the beach, we sat around for about half an hour to wait for the restaurant's opening, so dedicated were we to the pursuit of 120 Minute. Well, my fiance was dedicated to 120 Minute. I just wanted food. I couldn't believe how fast the place filled up - especially since this is still technically the off-season. Sadly enough, they didn't have 120 Minute! They did, however, have $5 martinis and Bloody Marys all day (Sunday)! I had a Bloody Mary with their Blue Hen vodka, which is distilled onsite. It was the best damn Bloody Mary since the ones we used to have at Bentley's back in the day. My fiance got a 90 Minute, which he loves, so all was well. We each had a cup of the delicious corn and crab chowder, then split a totally inadequate A Canary for One pizza. I'm not sure that I've ever had a pizza without sauce before - at least on purpose - but that's what this one was. Whatever - we were hungry. Service was totally adequate. We were in and out in under an hour, and we'd go again next time we're in Rehoboth. Good stuff.

    (4)

  • lynda s.

    Food here is really good, as is the beer. Busy and noisy, staff is nice, but were a bit overworked the day we were there (Tuesday lunch time). Prices are excellent. Noise is a bit hard to take though. (Only reason I rated it 4 not 5.)

    (4)

  • Shirley B. W.

    This is home to some of the world's most unusual - and even exotic - beers. I had hoped the food would live up to the same standard. It did not. Service was good, the beer was incredible, the food detracted from the Dogfish experience.

    (3)

  • Christine J.

    I can't believe that it took me this long to write a review for Dogfish Head! Even though I live on Long Island, I come to Dogfish at least once a month (this month I've been here 3 times already)! Why do I make the 4+ hour drive to come here multiple times a month? The beer sillies! I love Dogfish head beer, thankfully we still get it in NY, but the brewpub exclusives make the drive worthwhile. And Randall Fridays?!?! Can we get any better than WW Stout and coffee beans through the Randall? Probably not. Anyway, aside from the beer which is A-mazing, there's the food. I'm not going to lie, some of it can be hit or miss. The BF got violently ill from the scrapple during one of the brunches we went to. Also, there really isn't too much change in the menu. They do have specials that change (this last time around I got venison sliders which were really good) and everything is locally farmed and whatnot. Bottom line, if you love beer than you already know about Dogfish Head so checking it out would not be a disappointment. If your not into beer, come anyway. The food's really good and they also have their own distillery where they make flavored vodkas, rums and gin. Get a Chicory Stout with a shot of their Peanut Butter Vodka in it. Or a root beer with a shot of the Vanilla Vodka. Or, just sample all the flavors and buy a couple of bottles to take home with you!

    (5)

  • Scatterbrained D.

    4 stars for the beer 2 stars for the food (and that's being generous) Fantastic beers. The 90 Minute IPA is everything a beer should be -- complex, nicely bitter, just perfect for a cold winter night. I also sampled the Lawnmower, which would be great on a hot afternoon of yardwork; the 60 Minute IPA, which I also loved but not as much as the 90; the Raison D'Etre, interesting but a little sweet for my tastes; and a fifth beer I can't recall. On a second visit I tried the Palo Santo Maron, which like the Raison was too sweet, but really interesting because of the spicy flavors the palo santo brewing tanks give the beer. I would love the chance to try even more beers -- even brews I tried that didn't fit my tastes were interesting and made me think about what the brewery was trying to do. The food, on the other hand, was mediocre at very best. The fish and chips is made with pollack, which is too thin and watery to serve as the base for the batter. The fish ended up soggy and wet inside way too much heavy, oily batter, and the chips were limp and underdone. I had a nice side salad -- fresh greens and a nice sharp red wine vinaigrette -- but that was the highlight. A friend's burger was cooked beyond well-done, just burned to a crisp. On my second visit, I had decent but not memorable pizza. I would go back for the beer, but I will eat before I get there.

    (3)

  • josh G.

    Awesome beer. They distill spirits in house and they were very good as well. We bought a bottle of their chocolate infused vodka for later! The food was above average for a brewpub, the crab cakes were good and my fried rockfish po' boy special was just as I expected. What I didn't expect is that we got two meals, two beers and five shots for under $30!! Great place and friendly staff. I wish I could get their beer and liquor at home.

    (5)

  • Benjamin C.

    Good service. Good food. Beer is always excellent. I cant help but feel that it could be better though. I've also been to their Falls Church VA location and I have to say the food along with the service are much better there. Don't get me wrong this place is great too. I just cant help but compare to their Falls Church location.

    (4)

  • Jim T.

    Stopped in Rehoboth Beach to grab a bite on the way down to Ocean City, MD. I always enjoy a nice brewery. We went at lunch and didn't have to wait at all. I had the fish and chips and was very happy with it. Most places that serve fish and chips have 90% breading and 10% fish and I'm happy to report that it is the opposite at Dogfish Head. Food was quite good and service was excellent.

    (4)

  • Laura P.

    I personally enjoyed the Raison d'Etre and the 60 minute IPA, the pumpkin seasonal beer for fall was ok, not too strong on the pumpkin. We ordered the hot wings for an appetizers and were unimpressed. The sauce was more runny than should be expected. i ordered a crab cake sandwich which was dry and came with a strange parmesan sauce that I didn't touch. The music was fun and the beer was good and prices weren't high. Also the service was quite slow, so be prepared. Its not a place I would go for a great meal but I did have fun.

    (3)

  • Gomer K.

    I liked this place way way way better than the actual brewery. Here you can visit the distillery too. They had beers here that they didn't have at the brewery and they had Dogfish liquor too. I had a flight of liquor and they were all tasty. The Jin was yummy and I had the peanut butter vodka was awesome. I can't remember the names of all the beers I drank there but I remember the Noble Rot being my definite favorite. It's light (kinda champagne-y) without much of an aftertaste. I gave it only for stars because I haven't had much of their food. We did split a pizza which was only $6 on Thursdays which was ok for $6 and some onion rings which were good. The lady bartender we had was nice and attentive. We got there around 4:30 and it was pretty empty. It got much busier around dinner time. I liked it here and the next time I'm in Rehoboth Beach I'll definitely stop in!

    (4)

  • Andrew W.

    Excellent beer is complimented with just OK pub fare, but nothing offensive. The music keeps the crowd enthusiastic. Learn the story of Dogfish Head and be impressed. The service is spotty, but the beer makes it all worth it.

    (4)

  • Marlon C.

    I was stuck in DE for work when i stumbled upon this place. As it is the official restaurant of one of the best American craft breweries i knew it had to be good. The food was great but what really made this place was of course the beer. I got to try so many wonderful Dogfish head brews that I had never had before. I didn't even know that they made their own vodka. My coworkers and I had so much beer and vodka packed in our suit cases that we were sure we were going to get stopped by TSA at the airport. If you're anywhere in a 50 mi radius of the place and you like good beer you gotta check it out.

    (4)

  • Sam D.

    Very loud place but beer is fantastic

    (4)

  • Adam B.

    It's hard to go wrong eating at Dogfish Head.. great beer, great food.

    (4)

  • Erik P.

    Love all the offerings on tap here! Even a special batch of the 120 When I went in September. I was psyched because they had Chicory Stout on tap and I could take a growler home with me. The food is decent enough for pub food. They do source all their ingredients from local farms which is quite refreshing. They also are distilling spirits upstairs in small batches now and that's kind of cool. The staff here from the greeters to all of the servers are pretty indifferent and that's why I am giving only 3 stars. They are not very welcoming and just seemed bothered by your presence. I guess to drink good fresh beer there is a price.

    (3)

  • Amy R.

    Great food, never had anything disappointing here. Great beer and mixed drinks, friendly staff.

    (5)

  • Shawn S.

    Great, great, great beer. Not too impressed with the stout, but one cannot go wrong with the 90 minute IPA on tap. Ok, beers reviewed in the brewery post, but if you go here, you get to try lots of other stuff, especially the new stuff they may be bottling the next year. The brew pub is their test market. The food was pretty good, too. For our table, we tried the Three cheese crab dip. It was soooo good. We also got the Dogpile. It's a cheesy artichoke-spinach dip with pita chips. Same kinda thing you can get at a lot of places, but was still good. Had the Ahi Tuna for dinner. Was cooked perfectly rare. The have giant burgers, huge fish n chips portions. Looks like a pretty fun place. Didn't stay for the band. Probably gets packed in the summer.

    (4)

  • RJ U.

    I am *so* not a beer snob, but their 90-minute IPA was among the best beers I've ever had. The food was decent; okay burger, okay fish and chips. The reviews below basically capture the quality and tenor of this place, and if I say 5 stars for the beer, 3 stars for the food, I'm echoing at least one reviewer below. The one minor thing I'll add--my friends and I had outdoor seating on a warm night in mid-September, and there were these beetles falling onto our tables from these hanging lights above. Slightly surreal, but no big deal, *unless* you have an irrational fear of beetles (or insects in general), in which case you may just want to sit inside.

    (4)

  • Douglas C.

    Typical brewpub food (3 stars) but awesome beer (5 stars). If you go trying the Randal is a must. The 18% ABV World Wide Stout is way up on my list of must have beers.

    (4)

  • Scott B.

    Beer was good: food was mediocre and waitress was both grumpy and clumsy spilling French fries all over the wife. Biggest complaint is that when we asked for a slice of orange for our summer beer we were told they didn't have any, Seriously ?

    (3)

  • Wendy P.

    Great food! The parm fries were to die for. Festina Peche really hit the spot.

    (4)

  • Tony C.

    I just love the Dogfish Head story from start up to huge success story. The beer selection is always awesome and very tasty. We were there on a hot Saturday night in July. Place was crowded (almost 90 min wait for a table) but we managed to grab 2 seats at the bar which we prefer anyway. Sat and hung out for couple hours. Sampled several of the beers. Beers were good but the draft lines were a little warm b/c of a problem that was eventually fixed. Live music was great. People watching always fascinating. I will have to ding DFH on the food. It just seemed to be blah, blah, blah. The live music and beers will bring me back again

    (3)

  • Nancy M.

    So fun and of course great beers. The menu is good but sparse. The use of fresh and local shows. The peach gazpacho was excellent. The fish tacos were a little soggy but could be improved with grilling rather than frying. This is not a great gusto pub but seems like it could be. But it is very good "bar food".

    (4)

  • Jay E.

    I have been to DFH more times than I can count. Love the beers, always different seasonals on tap and always worth a try. Food and Service are solid. As with other reviewers, come for the beer, spirits, music and exprience; put the food last on the list. Also in the off season, check them out for the specials. Thursday is pizza night!

    (5)

  • t w.

    This was my second visit and the place was packed again on a summer weeknight. I love what Dogfish Head has done with their beers and for putting Delaware on the map. The Rehoboth restaurant is better than any of the other establishments that have inhabited this location over the years. That said, the food is just OK. Given the crowds, there's no reason for them to improve. However, those looking for anything like a "gastropub" experience are going to be disappointed. The food is conventional fare for this corner of the world and prepared decently. (During this visit it was clear that the fryer was overloaded, thus, under temperature, as any fried items were not properly fried. Another table's chicken wings looked soggy and sad.) I'm looking forward to heading back to sample the beers many times again, but there's no reason to make it a destination for dining.

    (3)

  • doug k.

    Mmmm...beer. In my opinion Dogfish Head is the east-coast equivalent to Rogue Brewery in Oregon, these are two of the best craft breweries in the country. The Dogfish 60 and 90 minute IPA's stack up to Rogue's Brutal Bitter, but Rogue does a better job with unique beers like Juniper Ale and the XS line of beers. This might be a moot point though, since I don't think many of either breweries' small batch brew's make it to the opposite coast. The food here is pretty good, the folks at Issaquah Brewhouse outside Seattle could benefit from stopping by Dogfish and checking out the menu. Having said that though, I still think both establishments could do a better job with their food selections. If you have any friends who think good beer is a Miller Light, bring them here and laugh as they get hammered on real beer with actual alcohol in it. Start them off light with a Shelter Pale Ale or Lawnmower and they won't know what hit them.

    (4)

  • Morris S.

    5 stars for the beer. 3 stars for the food. If you are a Dogfish Head fan, there's nothing better than a freshly pulled 90 minute IPA. This place is a mecca for beer geeks and is worthy of a stop - by. The food is ok -- not disgustingly greasy, but nothing that impressive, either. It does have a passable kids menu and the service is pretty good.

    (4)

  • Jen S.

    As so many others have noted, the beer is the thing here. In spite of mediocre to unpleasant food, the opportunity to try beers that are served exclusively in the brewpub will keep me coming back. Happily, many Dogfish beers are widely available at other superior restaurants, but I can't stand the idea of missing out on some rare and temporary brewpub treasure.

    (4)

  • Joel P.

    Best beer in DE. They have small batches not available in retail AND the food is really good

    (5)

  • Jenni L.

    I enjoy sitting at the bar at the brew pub, and I enjoy their rotating specialty brews, crafted by pub and brewery employees. I also like the spirits a lot, particularly the jin (buy a bottle and stop and get some campari and fresh citrus on the way home). Sometimes I come for the live music too. Despite the fact that it's not really set up as a good venue, it's as good as it's going to get in Rehoboth. It's loud but fun. But no matter what I go to the pub for, I always eat first. I've been kind enough to give everything I would normally choose from the menu a try, and I've been disappointed every single time. Putting bland, under-seasoned, unoriginal food on a wood fired grill does not, unfortunately, magically transform it into destination cuisine. If you're looking for an awesome brewery and restaurant destination in the area, go to Victory brewing in Downingtown, PA. Believe it or not, the beer is even better.

    (3)

  • Diana W.

    Beers are okay, food is terrible. Wait service spotty. I'm a townie and I eat here 2x per year, maybe. Because tourist friend visitors want to experience the hype. On the other hand, the tour of the brewery in Milton is a good time.

    (1)

  • Sarah M.

    Good beer. Bad food and service.

    (3)

  • Kim R.

    Come for the wonderful beer. The food isn't exactly a revelation, but it all pairs well with the beers and they actually cooked our burgers medium- as ordered. So I was happy. It's pretty much what a brewpub should be and not much extra.

    (3)

  • DCViajer o.

    "eh" at best. The most bland fish tacos I've ever had. Slow service. Sliders were over cooked. Watermelon gazpacho sounded great but was watery. I'll take my $35 elsewhere next time.

    (2)

  • A J.

    I don't get to Rehobeth Beach often,so my restaurant choice has to be dead on when I go. Mission accomplished! We were very satisfied with the food (crabcake, bbq wings, and cheeseburger), atmosphere (non-pretentious, but comfortable),and service(quick, attentive, with a smile). Since the food is better than the average pub and reasonably priced, It's a good choice even for people who are not really into beer. Upstairs are two pool tables and pin ball machines which kept the kid occupied while we finished up lunch. A perfect start to a perfect, lazy day at the (rainy) beach. Thanks yelpers for the honest reviews.

    (5)

  • V S.

    I loooved this place! I've been to the one in MD, but this one is far better. It's prices are really cheap and their food and beer is awesome. I was there on a night they had a blues band playing, which was quite entertaining. They do get very busy (was told it would be a 2 hour wait - it was a saturday night), but if you hang out by the bar, you can usually snag a seat in a way shorter amount of time. It was less than $60 bucks for 6 beers and two meals between two people. Not bad at all. And their 75 minute IPA - Johnny Cask- AMAZING!

    (5)

  • Nicole S.

    The beer gets 4-5 stars but the food gets 2-3. Maybe it's too much to expect great, unique beer and great food, but I wouldn't recommend going here for the cuisine. The veggie burger was bad - the kind made somewhere else from soy processed to taste like meat. Even the fries - shoestring variety - weren't good. Caesar salad and pizza are equally unimpressive. One fun thing to try, however, once you eat your meal elsewhere, is the unadvertised beer sampler of any five beers on draft. They list a sampler of their staple beers on the menu but if you ask, you can order all the more limited release ones - anything on draft - for slightly more. I ordered five of the strangest sounding ones and it was only a couple dollars more (7 instead of 5). If you're a beer person, you should definitely check this place out.

    (3)

  • rachel m.

    nothing to write home about. day 5 eating in town, certainly the least amazing. after an hour wait, we were seated upstairs, which might as well be "the kids room". it was also not airconditioned, unlike downstairs. did I mention it's 90 degrees out? food was meh. the beer is great, but every restaurant in town serves it because they're local. i guess we had high expectations...

    (2)

  • Carrie L.

    A very popular place, even in the off-season. The food was just okay; our sandwich rolls were kinda stale, but they had a nice selection of eats. Drinks were good and tasty and strong. A good place to knock a few back while you waste some time.

    (4)

  • Dennis M.

    Stick with the bar-type food if you eat here. Crab cakes were bland. Asparagus was dry. Mashed potatoes were dry. Burgers were great. Fish and chips dish was great. Appetizers (wings, soup, fried pickles) were great. Beer on tap was great. The service was ok, although the wait staff seemed understaffed. We went in August, their busy season, so the wait was over an hour, though we were quoted 40-minutes. They do not take reservations.

    (2)

  • Christopher M.

    DFH has the best beer out there! Have to admit that the food is not all that great. I would have to say that the Onion Rings are some of the best I've ever had. Great place to have a drink- the music is on the louder side when they have live bands- but overall if you just wan't some typical bar kind of food and amazing beer then this is the place.

    (4)

  • Mike W.

    The best part of Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats is the beer. Dogfish Head provided a number of brews at their ale houses that are available nowhere else. If this were just a bar, I'd give it five stars. The food was good. Above average "gourmet" burgers. The service was fast, and courteous, and--most importantly--informed about the beer. There were a couple of pool tables that I would have put to good use if I hadn't been there with a large group of extended family. I won't go into specifics about the beers because they change so quickly, but I was impressed. Ask your server (or the menu) about what pairs best with your meal.

    (4)

  • Anastasia B.

    January 4, 2011 Traveled from California to the east coast to visit my best friend. We love Dogfish Beer so we took the 3 hour drive from Virginia to Delaware. The beer was excellent, but the food and service were the worst EVER! Such a bummer to travel all this way and have such a bad experience. I will continue to drink their beer but won't go visit them ever again. Locals say the owner does not care about the food and service anymore since the TV appearances...I might have to agree.

    (1)

  • ALynn D.

    Okay, so you go here because you love DFH. Yeah, the beers are good, the samplers are good. You get to try lots of good beer on tap. They sell DFH shirts and stuff as well. The food is okay, typical pub food. The real draw is the beer. The food is decent to go along with it. The staff seems to know their stuff too. Good experience. No complaints.

    (4)

  • Betty M.

    If you're in town and don't make a stop here, beer connoisseurs might smack you behind the head and wonder what's wrong with you! I enjoyed this place a lot and the staff was friendly and helpful. My best seasonal brew will have to be Aprihop, but definitely go for the sampler. It's the best way to experience what they have to offer.

    (4)

  • A P.

    First of all, we went by two days in a row at wildly different times and this place was always packed (like even at 2:30 in the afternoon, when you'd expect it to be pretty empty). But that is totally a testament to what a great place it is. We tried all five of the "experimental" beers and they were definitely off-centered. There was one that was really not good and the bartender was kind enough to know that people probably would not get what they were expecting and offered us (and several others) a taste to make sure that we wanted the full glass (no, we did not!!). On our second visit, it took a while for a server to notice that we were sitting there waiting to order, but once he did, the service was good (but still a little slow - it took a while to get our appetizer). We ordered the flight of spirits and he brought us an extra half shot of one he thought we'd like but hadn't ordered (of course that was the one I liked best!). The food wasn't gourmet, but it's a brewpub and that's not what we were expecting. Three star kind of food, but averaged with definite five star beer, that's where my four stars are coming from. Oh, also, we were happily surprised by our bill. It was VERY affordable. This is a very inexpensive way to try out some fantastic beers that would normally cost you twice as much anywhere else (if they're even available anywhere else). Also make sure you check out beers and spirits for sale at the kiosk outside - again, very affordable compared to normal retail prices.

    (4)

  • Andrew W.

    Great place! Delicious beer and spirits (we got both sampling flights, which are a steal at $5 and $6 respectively) and you can also get tastes of other beers not in the flight for $1. The server was funny and cool. All we had to eat was hummus, but that was good as well.

    (5)

  • B B.

    Fabulous food, fabulous beer and fabulous service. Always happy to visit DFH!

    (5)

  • Lissa -.

    Nice bar to hang out with friends, drink some beer, and check out some cool t-shirts.

    (4)

  • Steven P.

    Great place to go with a group of people after spending a Saturday on Rehoboth Beach. Somehow, we only had to wait 5 minutes for a table for 10. Upstairs is brighter, preferred over the dark downstairs bar area. Very cool selection of experimental beers. Food is also very good.

    (4)

  • M B.

    My husband and I recently went on vacation with some friends. We wanted to go someplace fairly local to our home in New Jersey, and one of the main reasons we selected Rehoboth Beach was because we wanted to visit Dogfish Head. We stopped in on our first night, but it was too crowded to do anything except stand by the bar. Plus, we were unsure of what they actually had on tap ... the dogfish wooden signs on the ceiling were really cool, but we weren't sure how accurate they were. So we decided to come back later . Husband and our friends went back later that night (I elected to stay at the hotel and sleep, so I can't provide many details) and they had their drinks in the upstairs dining room. My husband and one of our friends each got a growler on their way out (Festina Peche and Shelter Pale Ale). I went back with them the next night for some late night drinks. Downstairs was again crowded, but we asked to be seated upstairs. The waitress was nice and quick, and she got us water and kept checking on us throughout the night, and kindly took a group photo, and didn't hurry us out even though we were still there as they were closing up for the night. We weren't originally planning to eat anything, but after a few drinks we ordered some chicken wings and the "Simple Enquiry" pizza and shared it - the food and service was very good. Regarding the drinks ... most everything we tried was good ... Raison d'Etre, Midas Touch, Chicory Stout, Festina Peche, Sah'tea, Chateau Jiahu, the Peach Sangria, the Cherry Sangria, and the Beach Beer soda. The only beer we disliked and couldn't finish off between the six us was the Black & Red. The reason behind the three star review was that we were a bit disappointed with the visit, because it seemed like there was a LOT of stuff that wasn't available. The Lawnmower beer sounded like it was right up my alley, but they were out. My husband was amazed that the 120 Minute IPA wasn't available, and he was disappointed in the Vintage Beer Cooler selection. One or two other things were crossed off the beer menu when we sat down at our table. Even the merch was slim pickins ... I ran outside to the outdoor to-go shop to buy a t-shirt as a birthday surprise for my husband, and none of the shirts he would've liked were available in anything bigger than a size Small. On our way out of town, Husband and our friend re-filled their growlers ... Husband wanted the Festina Peche and THAT was out (since the previous night? Really?), so he settled for the Chicory. And while the beer is good, we felt that it wasn't anything spectacular. I'm glad we visited Dogfish Head, and I think they've got a nice operation going there, but it wasn't impressive enough for me to make a special trip back there JUST for that. I'm sure we'll go back for drinks if we go back to Rehoboth Beach again, though ... perhaps we just built it up too much in our minds.

    (3)

  • jeff w.

    15+ years and counting and Dogfish is still pushing the envelope without losing touch with the basics. Yes, it gets a little hectic around meal time, but do yourself a favor and take a few minutes to check out their website to see what is on tap and familiarize yourself with the descriptions. Remember, there are loads of "pub only" brews availably only at the restaurant, and the "vintage cooler" has a varying selection of aged brews. For a special treat try their in-house distiller rums, vodkas and gin! Food selections are typical pub grub with Dogfish twists. Braised short ribs with polenta was delicious and tender and burger was topped with an onion ring so big and toasty-brown that my wife exclaimed "wow, a bagel!". "It's on onion ring" the server said with a good-natured chuckle. The host was efficient and though very busy our friendly server handled our table well, checking at regular intervals. All in all, a real good time"

    (4)

  • Sean C.

    I almost hate to go to three stars because I love Dogfish Head beer and I am a huge fan of the location in Falls Church, but here's the deal. This location gets mobbed on a summer weekend. That in itself is not a problem, but they had a more limited selection of beer than normal, e.g., no Lawnmower, no Festina de Peche and only one of their limited release beers. I'm not sure if that was because they ran out or just stock this location less, but I was in the mood to try out new stuff and didn't have to drive anywhere. I was disappointed. Also the food quality was not as good here as in Falls Church. The menu is similar, but has fewer entree selections also. Service, as always, was very good even in spite of the crowds. I'll probably come back because I love Dogfish Head beer.

    (3)

  • Ryan C.

    This is a good place for lunch before or after the beach, I like their burgers and their black bean hummus.

    (3)

  • Christina L.

    Went here for lunch, total group of 6. Everyone seemed to be happy with their food. I'm not big into fancy bars so I just had the "Lawnmower" which is your basic beer. I thought it was good though. Service was good too. A 3 may seem like a low rating but it's not. I though the place was good but it was nothing over the top or anything that made it amazing. I would recommend it.

    (3)

  • Megan C.

    The beers were delicious. However, that's where the goodness stopped. The food was about on par with all of the other greasy, flavorless schlock served to beach going tourists. I made the mistake of ordering a special (barbecue sandwich), and it was almost inedible. I guess we just expected more from this place.

    (2)

  • Bruce Y.

    Stopped in for lunch and was very happy! I tried the BBQ wings, which were great. The beer was also great. I will surely stop back for more.

    (4)

  • J S.

    Corn and crab chowder was amazing! Server was great, super attentive. We had our six month old with us and they were very kid friendly, just had to leave the stroller outside -Delaware fire law. Had spinach salad and Chesapeake pizza and everything was delicious!!!

    (5)

  • Andy F.

    I think Dogfish is one of the best breweries in the world, so you bet I liked this place. Totally worth the wait! The food was excellent too for this type of place.. peach gaspacho, antelope sliders, etc. I wish they had more Dogfish on tap, but they did have like 12. Sah'tea = yum! Plus, they had the DogFish spirits available. This would've been a fun place to go even if I didn't like Dogfish.

    (5)

  • jenifer f.

    My husband and I came here last week, around 3pm on a weekday. The hostess asked us if we would be eating, and then told us that she wouldn't give us a table unless we were ordering food. This seemed strange and rather rude, considering that there were no available spaces at the bar but a mostly empty dining room. So we said we'd eat, and we did.. eventually. The beer was fabulous, we got a flight of samples and a few 90-minute IPAs. The food was utterly mediocre. The service was just fine once we had our table, but either the seating policy or the hostess who misinterpreted it has to go.

    (2)

  • T A.

    Chicory Stout is what brought me to the Rehoboth location. This is the place to go for beer. We stopped for dinner on our last night in town. I had a burger with bacon and blue cheese. It was the best burger I had during my stay. I would recommend stopping by at least once to sample some of the fine beers they have.

    (4)

  • Anna H.

    Yum! I love Dogfish Head beer and now I love the food too! I've been to this Dogfish Head restaurant and the one in Gaithersburg, MD and both have been great experiences. The food is great, and the drinks are great too of course! We got the beer sampler and the liquor sampler. I liked the beer sampler better, but I'm not a huge fan of liquor to begin with. The staff is super friendly and the whole atmosphere and vibe of the place is laid-back and welcoming. Definitely try whatever special brewpub-only beer they have at the time. Awesome place!

    (5)

  • Lady T.

    All I can say is that I can't wait to go back. The food can be a little on the pricey side, but it's also a lot better than the standard brewpub fare I'm used to. The Dogfish beers are in a league of their own and not to be missed, especially the brewpub-only exclusives.

    (5)

  • Rich J.

    Five stars for the beer... which is about as good as it gets. The custom sampler is a good option and is reasonably priced. You probably don't want to come here for the food or service as other reviewers have noted. While I'm basing this upon only one visit, I noticed that one of the hostesses was asleep when we entered (it was offseason) and the crab dip didn't have any lump crabmeat. (Willing to overlook a sleeping hostess for an alert bartender serving 75 minute IPA.)

    (5)

  • karen r.

    having I-95 as my frame of reference, i was convinced that there was nothing redeeming about the entire state of Delaware ("small wonder"---ha!) dogfish head brewery has proven me wrong. the beer is excellent. i wasn't wowed by the food, but it was allright. they have live shows and the atmosphere is nice. didn't experience the huge crowds, but also went off-season.

    (4)

  • Jennifer K.

    A fine place to drink, but between the noise (large family groups with shrieking kids running around!) and the food (um, slop?), I groan inwardly when friends suggest meeting there for anything other than happy hour. Forewarned is forearmed.

    (2)

  • Suzanne G.

    Friendly atmosphere. Adequate to mediocre food (but I'm not a burger fan, and the vegetarian burger is only so-so). But their pastry chef is top notch, so go for drinks and dessert. But be careful, after about 9:30 p.m., kitchen is closed, so no food, no desserts. Also they offer fun brewery tour about 30 minutes away in Milton (good directions on little pamphlets at restaurant). Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 3 p.m.. No reservations needed; just show up. Our youngest child loved the forklifts in the warehouse, the large vats, and hubby liked the beer tasting afterward (I can't abide beer, gave my samples to husband and drove us back to beachhouse). Everyone seemed to be having a good time, young and old. BYOwn juice boxes for your kids -- they provide beer/ale only. Town of Milton is sort of quaint, but slowly being overrun by townhouse complexes. They also have location in Gaithersburg, Maryland on Clopper Road. Haven't tried it, but owner of Dogfish apparently hails from Montgomery County, Maryland. Their beer is available in a lot of upscale Sutton Place-type stores.

    (3)

  • Zachary B.

    This is a hard review for me to write. I am a very big fan of dogfish head. This past summer I traveled down to rehobeth beach from philadelphia. When I first got to the restaurant my friends and I decided to have a beer at the bar before sitting down. I definitely had expected more selection on the beer menu but that was ok. I was just excited to be there. I decided to get the 90 minute to see how good it would be fresh. After ordering the beer the bar tender started to explain to me what the 90 minute IPA was. Although I already was aware of exactly what it was I still wanted to hear what she wanted to say about the beer. After all anyone working behind the bar at dogfish head restaurant must be an expert on beer, especially IPA's. So this is what she said, "yeah its an IPA standing for india pale ale, you know an indian beer. It has a lot of indian spices and things." Whaaaat?!? I thought. Then i decided this was a joke. This is the restaurant of the brewery that makes arguably the best IPA in the country and thats the explanation. It was no joke. Sadly we were seated for dinner. Dinner started off well. We ordered one of their special appetizers, asian wings, they were good. We also got the fried calamari it was pretty good. When we tried to order entrees we were told they were out of a ton of stuff. I think each person in my party of four had to change something in their order. I settled for a tuna sandwich. I thought it was decent, nothing special and it was overcooked. My girlfriend got a burger. I tried a bite and it was dry and not very good. Our friend got a tuna steak over a salad. The tuna was rubbery and the salad was just shredded ice burg and coarsely chopped red onion. She actually ended up sending it back. Our other friend got a shrimp sandwich and did not seem to enjoy it. So there it is the review I was dreading to write. I wonder if Sam knows that one of his bartenders doesn't know what an IPA is.

    (2)

  • T D.

    If the review was just for beer, it would be 5 stars. I've been here a bunch of times and am from DE. DFH are my fav beers. The food and service here however, is not so great. I was surprised actually. I've been to the Gaithersburg location countless times, and have had great food and service. Maybe the day I was in Rehoboth was an anomaly. Who knows? Anyhow, the fish n chips were not good. The crab dip was cold. The beer was great though.

    (4)

  • Nicole S.

    The beer gets 4-5 stars but the food gets 2-3. Maybe it's too much to expect great, unique beer and great food, but I wouldn't recommend going here for the cuisine. The veggie burger was bad - the kind made somewhere else from soy processed to taste like meat. Even the fries - shoestring variety - weren't good. Caesar salad and pizza are equally unimpressive. One fun thing to try, however, once you eat your meal elsewhere, is the unadvertised beer sampler of any five beers on draft. They list a sampler of their staple beers on the menu but if you ask, you can order all the more limited release ones - anything on draft - for slightly more. I ordered five of the strangest sounding ones and it was only a couple dollars more (7 instead of 5). If you're a beer person, you should definitely check this place out.

    (3)

  • rachel m.

    nothing to write home about. day 5 eating in town, certainly the least amazing. after an hour wait, we were seated upstairs, which might as well be "the kids room". it was also not airconditioned, unlike downstairs. did I mention it's 90 degrees out? food was meh. the beer is great, but every restaurant in town serves it because they're local. i guess we had high expectations...

    (2)

  • Carrie L.

    A very popular place, even in the off-season. The food was just okay; our sandwich rolls were kinda stale, but they had a nice selection of eats. Drinks were good and tasty and strong. A good place to knock a few back while you waste some time.

    (4)

  • Dennis M.

    Stick with the bar-type food if you eat here. Crab cakes were bland. Asparagus was dry. Mashed potatoes were dry. Burgers were great. Fish and chips dish was great. Appetizers (wings, soup, fried pickles) were great. Beer on tap was great. The service was ok, although the wait staff seemed understaffed. We went in August, their busy season, so the wait was over an hour, though we were quoted 40-minutes. They do not take reservations.

    (2)

  • Christopher M.

    DFH has the best beer out there! Have to admit that the food is not all that great. I would have to say that the Onion Rings are some of the best I've ever had. Great place to have a drink- the music is on the louder side when they have live bands- but overall if you just wan't some typical bar kind of food and amazing beer then this is the place.

    (4)

  • Mike W.

    The best part of Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats is the beer. Dogfish Head provided a number of brews at their ale houses that are available nowhere else. If this were just a bar, I'd give it five stars. The food was good. Above average "gourmet" burgers. The service was fast, and courteous, and--most importantly--informed about the beer. There were a couple of pool tables that I would have put to good use if I hadn't been there with a large group of extended family. I won't go into specifics about the beers because they change so quickly, but I was impressed. Ask your server (or the menu) about what pairs best with your meal.

    (4)

  • Anastasia B.

    January 4, 2011 Traveled from California to the east coast to visit my best friend. We love Dogfish Beer so we took the 3 hour drive from Virginia to Delaware. The beer was excellent, but the food and service were the worst EVER! Such a bummer to travel all this way and have such a bad experience. I will continue to drink their beer but won't go visit them ever again. Locals say the owner does not care about the food and service anymore since the TV appearances...I might have to agree.

    (1)

  • ALynn D.

    Okay, so you go here because you love DFH. Yeah, the beers are good, the samplers are good. You get to try lots of good beer on tap. They sell DFH shirts and stuff as well. The food is okay, typical pub food. The real draw is the beer. The food is decent to go along with it. The staff seems to know their stuff too. Good experience. No complaints.

    (4)

  • Betty M.

    If you're in town and don't make a stop here, beer connoisseurs might smack you behind the head and wonder what's wrong with you! I enjoyed this place a lot and the staff was friendly and helpful. My best seasonal brew will have to be Aprihop, but definitely go for the sampler. It's the best way to experience what they have to offer.

    (4)

  • T A.

    Chicory Stout is what brought me to the Rehoboth location. This is the place to go for beer. We stopped for dinner on our last night in town. I had a burger with bacon and blue cheese. It was the best burger I had during my stay. I would recommend stopping by at least once to sample some of the fine beers they have.

    (4)

  • A P.

    First of all, we went by two days in a row at wildly different times and this place was always packed (like even at 2:30 in the afternoon, when you'd expect it to be pretty empty). But that is totally a testament to what a great place it is. We tried all five of the "experimental" beers and they were definitely off-centered. There was one that was really not good and the bartender was kind enough to know that people probably would not get what they were expecting and offered us (and several others) a taste to make sure that we wanted the full glass (no, we did not!!). On our second visit, it took a while for a server to notice that we were sitting there waiting to order, but once he did, the service was good (but still a little slow - it took a while to get our appetizer). We ordered the flight of spirits and he brought us an extra half shot of one he thought we'd like but hadn't ordered (of course that was the one I liked best!). The food wasn't gourmet, but it's a brewpub and that's not what we were expecting. Three star kind of food, but averaged with definite five star beer, that's where my four stars are coming from. Oh, also, we were happily surprised by our bill. It was VERY affordable. This is a very inexpensive way to try out some fantastic beers that would normally cost you twice as much anywhere else (if they're even available anywhere else). Also make sure you check out beers and spirits for sale at the kiosk outside - again, very affordable compared to normal retail prices.

    (4)

  • Andrew W.

    Great place! Delicious beer and spirits (we got both sampling flights, which are a steal at $5 and $6 respectively) and you can also get tastes of other beers not in the flight for $1. The server was funny and cool. All we had to eat was hummus, but that was good as well.

    (5)

  • B B.

    Fabulous food, fabulous beer and fabulous service. Always happy to visit DFH!

    (5)

  • Lissa -.

    Nice bar to hang out with friends, drink some beer, and check out some cool t-shirts.

    (4)

  • Steven P.

    Great place to go with a group of people after spending a Saturday on Rehoboth Beach. Somehow, we only had to wait 5 minutes for a table for 10. Upstairs is brighter, preferred over the dark downstairs bar area. Very cool selection of experimental beers. Food is also very good.

    (4)

  • jenifer f.

    My husband and I came here last week, around 3pm on a weekday. The hostess asked us if we would be eating, and then told us that she wouldn't give us a table unless we were ordering food. This seemed strange and rather rude, considering that there were no available spaces at the bar but a mostly empty dining room. So we said we'd eat, and we did.. eventually. The beer was fabulous, we got a flight of samples and a few 90-minute IPAs. The food was utterly mediocre. The service was just fine once we had our table, but either the seating policy or the hostess who misinterpreted it has to go.

    (2)

  • M B.

    My husband and I recently went on vacation with some friends. We wanted to go someplace fairly local to our home in New Jersey, and one of the main reasons we selected Rehoboth Beach was because we wanted to visit Dogfish Head. We stopped in on our first night, but it was too crowded to do anything except stand by the bar. Plus, we were unsure of what they actually had on tap ... the dogfish wooden signs on the ceiling were really cool, but we weren't sure how accurate they were. So we decided to come back later . Husband and our friends went back later that night (I elected to stay at the hotel and sleep, so I can't provide many details) and they had their drinks in the upstairs dining room. My husband and one of our friends each got a growler on their way out (Festina Peche and Shelter Pale Ale). I went back with them the next night for some late night drinks. Downstairs was again crowded, but we asked to be seated upstairs. The waitress was nice and quick, and she got us water and kept checking on us throughout the night, and kindly took a group photo, and didn't hurry us out even though we were still there as they were closing up for the night. We weren't originally planning to eat anything, but after a few drinks we ordered some chicken wings and the "Simple Enquiry" pizza and shared it - the food and service was very good. Regarding the drinks ... most everything we tried was good ... Raison d'Etre, Midas Touch, Chicory Stout, Festina Peche, Sah'tea, Chateau Jiahu, the Peach Sangria, the Cherry Sangria, and the Beach Beer soda. The only beer we disliked and couldn't finish off between the six us was the Black & Red. The reason behind the three star review was that we were a bit disappointed with the visit, because it seemed like there was a LOT of stuff that wasn't available. The Lawnmower beer sounded like it was right up my alley, but they were out. My husband was amazed that the 120 Minute IPA wasn't available, and he was disappointed in the Vintage Beer Cooler selection. One or two other things were crossed off the beer menu when we sat down at our table. Even the merch was slim pickins ... I ran outside to the outdoor to-go shop to buy a t-shirt as a birthday surprise for my husband, and none of the shirts he would've liked were available in anything bigger than a size Small. On our way out of town, Husband and our friend re-filled their growlers ... Husband wanted the Festina Peche and THAT was out (since the previous night? Really?), so he settled for the Chicory. And while the beer is good, we felt that it wasn't anything spectacular. I'm glad we visited Dogfish Head, and I think they've got a nice operation going there, but it wasn't impressive enough for me to make a special trip back there JUST for that. I'm sure we'll go back for drinks if we go back to Rehoboth Beach again, though ... perhaps we just built it up too much in our minds.

    (3)

  • Andy F.

    I think Dogfish is one of the best breweries in the world, so you bet I liked this place. Totally worth the wait! The food was excellent too for this type of place.. peach gaspacho, antelope sliders, etc. I wish they had more Dogfish on tap, but they did have like 12. Sah'tea = yum! Plus, they had the DogFish spirits available. This would've been a fun place to go even if I didn't like Dogfish.

    (5)

  • jeff w.

    15+ years and counting and Dogfish is still pushing the envelope without losing touch with the basics. Yes, it gets a little hectic around meal time, but do yourself a favor and take a few minutes to check out their website to see what is on tap and familiarize yourself with the descriptions. Remember, there are loads of "pub only" brews availably only at the restaurant, and the "vintage cooler" has a varying selection of aged brews. For a special treat try their in-house distiller rums, vodkas and gin! Food selections are typical pub grub with Dogfish twists. Braised short ribs with polenta was delicious and tender and burger was topped with an onion ring so big and toasty-brown that my wife exclaimed "wow, a bagel!". "It's on onion ring" the server said with a good-natured chuckle. The host was efficient and though very busy our friendly server handled our table well, checking at regular intervals. All in all, a real good time"

    (4)

  • Sean C.

    I almost hate to go to three stars because I love Dogfish Head beer and I am a huge fan of the location in Falls Church, but here's the deal. This location gets mobbed on a summer weekend. That in itself is not a problem, but they had a more limited selection of beer than normal, e.g., no Lawnmower, no Festina de Peche and only one of their limited release beers. I'm not sure if that was because they ran out or just stock this location less, but I was in the mood to try out new stuff and didn't have to drive anywhere. I was disappointed. Also the food quality was not as good here as in Falls Church. The menu is similar, but has fewer entree selections also. Service, as always, was very good even in spite of the crowds. I'll probably come back because I love Dogfish Head beer.

    (3)

  • Ryan C.

    This is a good place for lunch before or after the beach, I like their burgers and their black bean hummus.

    (3)

  • Christina L.

    Went here for lunch, total group of 6. Everyone seemed to be happy with their food. I'm not big into fancy bars so I just had the "Lawnmower" which is your basic beer. I thought it was good though. Service was good too. A 3 may seem like a low rating but it's not. I though the place was good but it was nothing over the top or anything that made it amazing. I would recommend it.

    (3)

  • Megan C.

    The beers were delicious. However, that's where the goodness stopped. The food was about on par with all of the other greasy, flavorless schlock served to beach going tourists. I made the mistake of ordering a special (barbecue sandwich), and it was almost inedible. I guess we just expected more from this place.

    (2)

  • Bruce Y.

    Stopped in for lunch and was very happy! I tried the BBQ wings, which were great. The beer was also great. I will surely stop back for more.

    (4)

  • J S.

    Corn and crab chowder was amazing! Server was great, super attentive. We had our six month old with us and they were very kid friendly, just had to leave the stroller outside -Delaware fire law. Had spinach salad and Chesapeake pizza and everything was delicious!!!

    (5)

  • Anna H.

    Yum! I love Dogfish Head beer and now I love the food too! I've been to this Dogfish Head restaurant and the one in Gaithersburg, MD and both have been great experiences. The food is great, and the drinks are great too of course! We got the beer sampler and the liquor sampler. I liked the beer sampler better, but I'm not a huge fan of liquor to begin with. The staff is super friendly and the whole atmosphere and vibe of the place is laid-back and welcoming. Definitely try whatever special brewpub-only beer they have at the time. Awesome place!

    (5)

  • Lady T.

    All I can say is that I can't wait to go back. The food can be a little on the pricey side, but it's also a lot better than the standard brewpub fare I'm used to. The Dogfish beers are in a league of their own and not to be missed, especially the brewpub-only exclusives.

    (5)

  • Rich J.

    Five stars for the beer... which is about as good as it gets. The custom sampler is a good option and is reasonably priced. You probably don't want to come here for the food or service as other reviewers have noted. While I'm basing this upon only one visit, I noticed that one of the hostesses was asleep when we entered (it was offseason) and the crab dip didn't have any lump crabmeat. (Willing to overlook a sleeping hostess for an alert bartender serving 75 minute IPA.)

    (5)

  • karen r.

    having I-95 as my frame of reference, i was convinced that there was nothing redeeming about the entire state of Delaware ("small wonder"---ha!) dogfish head brewery has proven me wrong. the beer is excellent. i wasn't wowed by the food, but it was allright. they have live shows and the atmosphere is nice. didn't experience the huge crowds, but also went off-season.

    (4)

  • Jennifer K.

    A fine place to drink, but between the noise (large family groups with shrieking kids running around!) and the food (um, slop?), I groan inwardly when friends suggest meeting there for anything other than happy hour. Forewarned is forearmed.

    (2)

  • Suzanne G.

    Friendly atmosphere. Adequate to mediocre food (but I'm not a burger fan, and the vegetarian burger is only so-so). But their pastry chef is top notch, so go for drinks and dessert. But be careful, after about 9:30 p.m., kitchen is closed, so no food, no desserts. Also they offer fun brewery tour about 30 minutes away in Milton (good directions on little pamphlets at restaurant). Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 3 p.m.. No reservations needed; just show up. Our youngest child loved the forklifts in the warehouse, the large vats, and hubby liked the beer tasting afterward (I can't abide beer, gave my samples to husband and drove us back to beachhouse). Everyone seemed to be having a good time, young and old. BYOwn juice boxes for your kids -- they provide beer/ale only. Town of Milton is sort of quaint, but slowly being overrun by townhouse complexes. They also have location in Gaithersburg, Maryland on Clopper Road. Haven't tried it, but owner of Dogfish apparently hails from Montgomery County, Maryland. Their beer is available in a lot of upscale Sutton Place-type stores.

    (3)

  • Zachary B.

    This is a hard review for me to write. I am a very big fan of dogfish head. This past summer I traveled down to rehobeth beach from philadelphia. When I first got to the restaurant my friends and I decided to have a beer at the bar before sitting down. I definitely had expected more selection on the beer menu but that was ok. I was just excited to be there. I decided to get the 90 minute to see how good it would be fresh. After ordering the beer the bar tender started to explain to me what the 90 minute IPA was. Although I already was aware of exactly what it was I still wanted to hear what she wanted to say about the beer. After all anyone working behind the bar at dogfish head restaurant must be an expert on beer, especially IPA's. So this is what she said, "yeah its an IPA standing for india pale ale, you know an indian beer. It has a lot of indian spices and things." Whaaaat?!? I thought. Then i decided this was a joke. This is the restaurant of the brewery that makes arguably the best IPA in the country and thats the explanation. It was no joke. Sadly we were seated for dinner. Dinner started off well. We ordered one of their special appetizers, asian wings, they were good. We also got the fried calamari it was pretty good. When we tried to order entrees we were told they were out of a ton of stuff. I think each person in my party of four had to change something in their order. I settled for a tuna sandwich. I thought it was decent, nothing special and it was overcooked. My girlfriend got a burger. I tried a bite and it was dry and not very good. Our friend got a tuna steak over a salad. The tuna was rubbery and the salad was just shredded ice burg and coarsely chopped red onion. She actually ended up sending it back. Our other friend got a shrimp sandwich and did not seem to enjoy it. So there it is the review I was dreading to write. I wonder if Sam knows that one of his bartenders doesn't know what an IPA is.

    (2)

  • T D.

    If the review was just for beer, it would be 5 stars. I've been here a bunch of times and am from DE. DFH are my fav beers. The food and service here however, is not so great. I was surprised actually. I've been to the Gaithersburg location countless times, and have had great food and service. Maybe the day I was in Rehoboth was an anomaly. Who knows? Anyhow, the fish n chips were not good. The crab dip was cold. The beer was great though.

    (4)

  • Frank D.

    Love this place! The food and the beer are top notch and I love that there are beers here that you can't get anywhere else.

    (5)

  • Bob B.

    I liked it more this time around. The indulgence burger is fantastic. The onion ring stuffed with bacon made this burger extraordinary. I was able to taste some brew pub specials and two of them were great. Also being able to get 32 oz growlers of 120 and a bottle of peanut butter vodka to go was awesome.

    (5)

  • Rob D.

    I've passed this place I'm not sure how many times while spending the day at Rehoboth Beach while vacationing in Wildwood .. stopped by this past August and had a burger and their 60 min IPA. Food portions were pretty big and I loved their potato salad. While not a fan of IPA's (I'm cheesy and go for a Bud Light when drinking beer) it didn't bother me as much as I thought it would. I'd def go back for eats and try out a different beer or two next time!

    (4)

  • Christy B.

    Good crab cakes and beer. A bit tiny. But overall we had a good time.

    (3)

  • David H.

    All the food was excellent. I asked for the rub recipe for the wings it was so good. I had the mealoaf open sandwich as well as tasted the corn and crabchowder...all amazing. Service was fast and friendly. People cared about the service they delivered. Of course the beer was excellent. One of the best places to eat in Rehoboth

    (5)

  • Mark S.

    This place is mandatory for me when going to the beach. Excellent food and beer. Get a pizza! They rotate them seasonally but the 50 grand is amazing as is the one with garlic cream. Hands down the pizza with potatoes on it is my favorite though. As if the pizza wasn't enough, dogfish head is one of the best craft brews you can buy and their selection here is unrivaled.

    (5)

  • Frank S.

    My quest to find the holy grail is finally over... After 8 years of looking for Dogfish Head 120 from coast to coast, My travels finally led me to the Holy Grail of IPAs. Where you ask? We'll of course, just go to the source. At the DFH Brewings and Eats they have DFH120 on tap inside, but if you're going back to Dallas, then you'll need to buy the bottles. Ordered a 4 pack, call it $40 with tip, or $10 a beer. Cringed for a second but then remembered how long I had searched. Could one 12 ounce bottle of beer ever be worth $10? I was about to find out. After cooling down two bottles over night we shared them the next day. Wow... Worth every penny and then some. Beautiful flavor, balance, weight and taste. Truly worth the trip and every sip. Only mistake was not bringing more home. They don't ship and you can't find this anyplace else. So if you're there, get what you need and then some. Great variety of shirts at the outdoor store. Nice designs and soft cotton. You just gotta love Dogfish Head!

    (5)

  • Goose M.

    I am a huge fan of dogfish head and I expected a lot from this place after all the reviews, but I was let down. We got the fried pickles, chicken wings, pizza, and fish and chips. The fried pickles were the best I have ever had... super amazing and came with a fantastic dip. The spiced wings were fine, the pizza was fine, and the fish and chips were pretty bad. The fries tasted dry, stale and cold. And the fried fish, cod, had a super thick batter that made it unappetizing. There are two floors. The 1st floor was really happening. Had a great atmosphere and was at about 100% capacity. The 2nd floor, where we were seated, was at about 80% capactiy and had a completely different vibe. Not because of the people... but just the setup. The 2nd floor looked and felt like a completely different restaurant and in a bad way.

    (2)

  • Heidi F.

    Oh Dogfish you are such a beauty in and out! By far some of the most inventive and fun food. My favorite of course is the beer flights and infused brews. On this visit I tried the 60min in grapefruit and habanero and it held a fantastic heat. Also sampled the cheese/olive/pickle plate and didn't think much of it until the flavors hit my tongue a awesome start to the meal. Also got to try the pizza and to quote my boyfriend "the best pizza he's ever had" should sum it up. Normally we skip desert but not tonight! It was so hard to chose but ended up with the churros and weren't disappointed. This is one of my favorite restaurants for a reason!

    (5)

  • Timothy C.

    Big 'Ol party of 8 on a Friday night, and after about a 30 minute wait, we got a table upstairs. We had a very nice wait staff all night, and had some wonderful pub fare. Started with sharing fried pickles and falafel, both fresh and not too greasy, with yummy sauces on the side. I had the fish and chips, which were fresh, but a little too hot. The entree of choice for the rest of the table seemed to be a burger with a bacon wrapped onion ring. We ended with a ginormous bread pudding to share. Great flights of unique beers, I tried the pear (refreshing) and Indian brown (mild and interesting), they have a selection for everybody and something new if you've tried everything. Thanks for a great night, Dogfish Head!

    (4)

  • GT W.

    Food was sub-par. Service was okay to not very good. Location of the brewpub is great within Rehoboth Beach. Fun area holistically. Beer selection was very good with many hard to find or brewery only DFH offerings. No guest taps, which I think is odd. There are some bottles you can order off their vintage list that are reasonably marked up. Great atmosphere.

    (3)

  • Craig G.

    Been coming here for years. The beer is great!! There is always something new to try on tap! The food varies from good to great. The pizzas was great ( I with they would bring back the Chesapeake Pizza). Whenever you are there try the different beers. The 90 MIn IPA is still the best beer they make, but love all of their beers.

    (5)

  • Igor O.

    Three things out Delaware on the map: corporate tax breaks, tax-free shopping, Dogfish beer. If you are a concert pianist, the Tchaikovsky Conservatory in Moscow would be your Mecca. If you're an American IPA aficionado, Delaware is where you belong.

    (5)

  • Jojo H.

    It's a bit noisy and the waits can be kinda long. Otherwise, this is a very cool place to get some small batch beers and unique food. My table had the falafel hero, meatloaf sandwich, insane burger and pizza. All were well liked with meatloaf coming out on top. The portions are plenty big and the fries are tasty. Take my advice and start with pretzel bites. Yummy with the ipa cheese sauce!

    (4)

  • Ju L.

    I'm not a huge fan of DogFish Head beers, but accompanied my 2 good friends, who are. We had some beers and tried flight samples, which was all in all a fun experience, since we could not make the brewery tour. My favorite was the Black and Blue, probably because it is not an IPA. For food, we ordered the soft pretzel bites, fried pickle spears, the roasted garlic hummus to share, and my other friend also had the Simple Enquiry pizza. Everything was delicious. I really liked the truffle mustard that came with the soft pretzel bites and the fried pickle spears. Service was GREAT at the Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats, our server was very sweet, and kept checking on us - not in a way that was intrusive but genuinely hospitable and nice. We left the restaurant, but not without stocking up on some beers and souvenirs, which all were fairly priced. Even though I didn't take home any beers like my 2 friends did, I bought 2 beer glasses at $4 each.

    (4)

  • Dominique D.

    Be smart. Get a hotel close by. Between overstuffing yourself and getting a good buzz on, you won't want to move afterwards. I love pairing beer with food and you can do exactly that with the Dogfish Head brew-inspired offerings here. The table service is always great and attentive. Namaste Chili Calamari with Thai basil - Holy tentacles! If those little appendages are your thing, this appetizer was swimming with them. They were just about the right amount of crispness and I really enjoyed the Namaste chili sauce. Their Ancient Herbed Ale style beer Kvasir complemented the mix of mild spices and crisp textures. The Roasted Garlic Hummus was a huuuge hit. It was so tasty and the perfect amount of garlicky goodness. The woodgrilled pita was soft, chewy and warm and those 60 Minute IPA marinated greek olives are so addictive. This was easily my favorite dish of the evening. The 24 Hour Pork Confit sandwich was super flavorful but a tad too fatty for my liking. Overall I like the general idea of it and its assembly. Something in the description of this pizza spoke to me but the execution wasn't quite right. The garlic and Boursin amounts were fine but there were just too many mushrooms and not enough of the tenderloin filet. In hindsight, I probably would have enjoyed the Alpine Idyll more. Of course I left room for dessert. You cannot pass up any of their bacon chocolate cheesecakes (I still fondly remember the Chicory Stout one)! This rich slice of Palo Santo Marron Bacon Chocolate Cheesecake was pure decadence. I just had to pair it with a glass of Palo Santo Marron and it was absolutely perfect. It's always nice to stop at the brewpub to check out what's on tap, fill up a growler, or check what they have for sale in their gift shop. For me, it was a great preparation for my visit to the brewery the next day.

    (4)

  • Ann P.

    We came to eat here after the brewery, it was a day full of dogfish head beers. I ate the mussels and alpine idyll. The mussels had a good lemon and creamy flavor. The pizza was flavorful but smaller than I thought it would be. The food here is a good deal, it's cheap eats. The service is great. This restaurant is a good marketing tactic for the brand.

    (4)

  • Shea L.

    This was a great resturant in the rehobeth area I would recommend this resturant to any one even if you don't like beer their food is amazing

    (5)

  • Chris T.

    After an 1.5 hour wait, we were finally seated upstairs. Our total party was four adults and four children (ages 1 to 5). Our waitress, Michelle, greeted us with a smile and took our orders with a pleasant demeanor (even though the kids were causing a raucous). Wife and brother in law ordered the DFH burger & both thought it was exceptional. Sister in law ordered the crab cakes & enjoyed them immensely. I ordered the fried chicken & waffle sandwich which was delicious. For beverages, wife had gin & tonic, bro-in-law had the peach wheat beer, & I had the Blue Hen vodka neat. All were excellent. Even the children's meals were good - pasta shells, chicken fingers, & ice cream! With exception of the VERY long wait time, we enjoyed our experience at DFH very much and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Rehoboth beach.

    (4)

  • Cole H.

    Got there at exactly 12 so no wait. Amazing food. Amazing beer. Lunch was great, and reasonably priced. I had the burger with onion rings, bacon, and cheese. Fries were good and hand cut.

    (5)

  • Carmen G.

    Dogfish Head Brewing is along a tight street filled with bars and other restaurants. Initially, our destination wasn't suppose to be here instead we thought we were going to the brewery tour (30 mins from here). Good friend put the wrong address. Doh! Our party of 9 (plus a baby) were escorted upstairs to a big round table. One thing I noticed, we were the only Asians/minorities there. It wasn't noticeable at first until there were a few secret glances our way. The waiter was very knowledgeable in his beer so I asked what he recommended for something fruity and sweet. Festina Peche. A tart wheat beer fermented with lots of peaches. Fineee, I'll take it. And it was a bit soury but not bad. My friends all ordered the flight which consist of 5 tall shots of whatever beers they choose. Most let our waiter expert do all the picking. If you're a beer lover, this is a good spot to drink and be merry. The food is decent but noone comes for that.

    (3)

  • Al H.

    What can I say!! Great food. We did the brewery tour and they talked about this place where it all began. Since we needed lunch and it was close, well close enough, we drove down. So not disappointed. With great Dogfish Head beer including one only found there we ordered lunch. I had the chicken and waffles. OMG!! Outstanding. Waffle was so good and with the chicken and kicked up maple syrup it's a must try. It came with a side of cheese grits with chorizo. Perfect. My wife had the same grits but with shrimp topped with an egg. Go for the beer AND food. I was not disappointed.

    (5)

  • Courtney C.

    I'm only giving the restaurant 2 stars because the gentleman that served us was ok. He wasn't exceptional but he was nice and tended to us as best as he could. My girlfriend and I were visiting the area for the weekend and saw the great reviews for this place so we decided to step in. It's funny because I purposely ignored other reviews saying the food was "meh" but it was essentially just that and my girlfriend had HAIR IN HER FOOD!!!! We ordered mojitos and pickle spears to start. The mojitos were horrible, and borderline flavorless which is pretty sad for a place that boasts about its alcohol regardless of whether it's beer or not. The pickle spears were delicious, battered perfectly and had the perfect crunch. I ordered a turkey burger with onions, mushrooms, bacon and blue cheese when it came out it didn't have slices of bacon on it but what looked like a tower of bacon bits which I really didn't like as it felt like I just got the leftovers from whatever meal they prepared prior. It also didn't come with mushrooms as asked but I was surely charged for it. It was served with a side of fries that were cold and hard ::insert deep sigh:: My girlfriend ordered a pizza which she said was delicious until she found TWO hairs of the same color embedded in her pizza. The first piece was two slices in and she had HOPED that maybe it was just cheese or maybe a hair of her own because she just got braids but as she continued to eat she found ANOTHER hair almost cooked into a sausage on her pizza and we were both instantly disgusted. I will never visit this place again.

    (2)

  • david c.

    "Dogpiile", an available appetizer on the current menu, succinctly describes my recent experience at the restaurant. My girlfriend and I were visiting from Philadelphia, ordered the Dogpile, a pizza and a burger...and were extremely disappointed: mid-meal, I actually left the table to vomit in the restroom. Friendly staff, nice brewpub/beachy-esque space, solid beers, but gnarly food...kitchen needs a serious overhaul!

    (1)

  • Pamela P.

    We stopped in after seeing a movie on a dreary day. It was high on my husbands list of places to check out. We were seated right away at around 4 in the afternoon on a Monday. We sat upstairs and our waiter was friendly and attentive. We started with an order of the Fried Calamari and we all enjoyed it, even our 2 sons, ages 8 and 10. We had fun using the Mad Lib on the kids menus to kill some time while we waited for our main dishes. The kids ordered pizza and corn dogs from the kids menu. I ordered the salmon sandwich and it was really tasty with the blue cheese on it. I also had a side of the Dijon potato salad. My husband had a pub burger from the menu with a side of fries. And of course, he had 2 beers...a 90 minute IPA and a 61,one that was half wine and half beer. It was an all together enjoyable meal for everyone. Check it out!

    (4)

  • Cj m.

    Great service , great food, oh and better then great beer!! Super impressed. I was here about 15 years ago and the service food and beer have always been consistent. They gave me a copy of there rap cd a few years ago that is also amazing!!! But i misplaced it and need a new copy?? Does anyone have a copy? .

    (5)

  • Bob W.

    Falafel sandwich came out with really stale role. Server brought immediately brought me another stale roll but toasted. Nice try!

    (2)

  • Chris B.

    We came here after we did the brewery tour (it's about 20-30 minutes away). The food was pretty good. We got the calamari and loaded fries for appetizers, which were both tasty. Most of us got flatbread pizzas - I personally had the one with crab, which I would definitely order again. I tried the fish and chips too and the beer batter on the fish was great. FYI, the upstairs area is more of a resturant atmosphere (as opposed to a bar atmosphere) than I expected, so it's definitely a place you could bring a family if you're concerned about it being a little too bar-ish.

    (4)

  • Murry D.

    Lari the waitress was really pleasant and friendly and made the meal really fun. I made my own burger with bacon and cheddar cheese with arugala. The bacon was cut into bacon bits so every bite had bacon, which was really nice. I also ordered the sweet corn and chorizo grits as my side. They were more like cheese grits with regular sausage. Overall it was a very good meal and I enjoyed it.

    (4)

  • Gilbert S.

    Stop at the DFH brewery first and finish here. Best way to spend the day in Delaware...Cheers

    (5)

  • A. L.

    At the bar, 2 Namaste and 1 Raison for $13.50 which made me happy. For lunch we started with the fried pickle spears (the mustard sauce is delicious) and the Toy Box Tomato Salad, which had a great combination of flavors- smoky chargrilled onion and cilantro mixed perfectly, among the other ingredients. For entree I had the salmon sandwich with garlic aioli. The salmon was moist and tender and had delicious flavor. Would come again if I returned to Rehoboth.

    (5)

  • Bruce F.

    Beers, of course, are fun and delicious... but, the food...not so much. Would definitely skip eating, and just enjoy a few drinks.

    (3)

  • Joanne L.

    Great salad and great beer. An absolute must is the falafel with the goat cheese and dill dipping sauce. It's really really good especially with the 90 minute IPA!

    (5)

  • Amy B.

    The food is great but the service sucks! Our waitress just threw the check on the Table didn't ask if we wanted anything else or anything. That's poor service in my humble opinion!

    (3)

  • Brian M.

    Never a disappointment when I go here. From a quick snack and afternoon beer to a full lunch/dinner... The atmosphere is lively and casual, the food is always good to excellent, the beer is cold and terrific, staff is knowledgeable of their menu and offerings, and staff is always prompt and courteous. Located on Rehoboth Ave more towards the traffic circle than the beach, they have an always full private parking lot and multiple seating areas (main dining room, outside patio, party room upstairs). The menu is simple and one page...offering apps, salads, sandwiches, flatbreads, and entrees. I really haven't had a bad meal here. One of my favorite snacks is the pickles/olives/cheese plate with a cold 90 min IPA. The pickles are spicy and made in house, if I remember right the olives are made there too, and a chef's cheese selection. I highly recommend any of their sandwiches or their steak. I have yet to try a flatbread, but I will soon. Being associated with the world known Dogfish Head craft brewery, they have a huge selection of their beers on a massive chalk board above the bar. It's almost overwhelming...but they will offer you a taste if you are unsure if you'll like something. In fact, I could write a review on the beer alone. But that's another site..haha. This place is a go to restaurant when I have out of state visitors. I highly recommend this place for any foodie and/or beer head.

    (5)

  • Ray K.

    Went on 8-19-15. Ordered fish and chips--fries were terrible and fish was only slightly better. Waitress forgot to bring beverage. Won't go there again. A big disappointment very overrated Ray k

    (1)

  • Elizabeth W.

    My mom and I poped in for a drink while at the beach and sat at the bar. The resturant itself is so cool! It would remind you of an old boat house! Phil was our server and he was so nice! I ordered a PG-13 and my mom ordered a 120. We also ordered the Pretzel bites. The drinks were great! The bites could have been cooked a little longer but they were still really good :) If your in town and a fan of Dogfish you must stop in!

    (4)

  • Alyona Z.

    This evening I came here with my coworkers and we ordered different meals. I ordered my meal and the appetizer based on the tips from four square. The atmosphere is very casual and loud. They had a live band on Saturday evening when I was here. The music was good but so loud too. Overall, it was a wonderful experience with a great crowd. Their drink options are very unique and I had the White Russian with peanut butter and chocolate vodka which was very delicious, highly recommended. Also try out the SixtyOne, it was a very tasteful combination. Also the key west drink was amazing too. All the drinks are great and the food is delicious. Renn was our waiter and he did a great job, awesome personality to put up with our party of 6. We all enjoyed our food and will be returning in the future.

    (5)

  • Hannah K.

    There was a 45 minute wait for a table at 3pm on a Saturday afternoon and we were on a tight schedule so we didn't wait, but we did come back for a drink and some dessert after dinner! It was still pretty packed at 10:30PM, but there were a few open tables and we were seated right away. The live music was really loud, but it was a standard bar atmosphere and I thought the band was pretty good. My boyfriend was a little disappointed with the beer list. There was 10 or 15 beers on draft but I think he was expecting a lot more options. We both ordered one of the stronger IPAs (10% alcohol) and really enjoyed them though. The brownie ice cream dessert was just okay (could have been warmer). Food menu looked really good, and next time I'm in rehobeth I'll try and come to eat!

    (3)

  • Heather C.

    What's not to like! Great selection of beer and all that I tasted was fresh and very cold which I prefer. Food was good. None of us had anything that we were disappointed with. Service was great. I see the restaurant next door is gone. It would be great if they could combine the two into one Dogfish because the only thing I didn't like is the wait which is everywhere so it is understandable but if you didn't yo that is even better!

    (4)

  • William C.

    Very solid, obviously the beer list is extensive and delicious but the food menu did not disappoint. We were told it would be a 70 minute wait on Monday night for 7 people but it was only actually 40 minutes. Everything we ordered was excellent: calamari, pretzel bites and falafel to share plus fish tacos, chorizo grits, pizza, and a number of burgers were all great. Outside of a lack of excess on the whip cream on our desserts plus the missing anal fin on the dog fish head this place was excellent!!!

    (4)

  • Hilda W.

    After visiting the brewery, my friends and I decided to visit their restaurant. The atmosphere was very laid back, and my friends were all very excited since Dogfish beers are their ultimate favorite. The best thing about this place was that they had all types of beers that weren't found in most places. BEERS ON TAP. I got the opportunity to try their Duck Poutine as an appetizer. Man, that plate disappear quickly. As for entree, I ordered a Buttermilk Belgian Waffles and Fried Chicken Sandwich with a side of Sriracha Maple Syrup and French Fries. Although I am not really a big fan of sriracha maple syrup (even till now), it mixed well with the chicken. Definitely coming back to visit when I'm back in Delaware.

    (4)

  • Denise M.

    Came here following the tour of the Brewery. Ordered the Fish N Chips and the DFH Burger as well as the flight of spirits. Hands down the best meal we've had from Washington DC to Baltimore to Rehoboth! Ordered the Palo Santo Marron Bacon Chocolate Cheesecake for dessert. OMG delicious!! Special shout out to our lovely waitress, Samantha!

    (5)

  • Brittany K.

    We went here for dinner for my husband's birthday after we took the brewery tour in Milton. The tour was great by the way-- I was expecting the food to be just average. I've been here before but it was long before I joined yelp and it was mostly to drink so I don't recall the food. There were 5 of us and we were seated upstairs. The staff was SUPER helpful and friendly... and several people worked to help our table-- there was never a time when we needed something and someone wasn't there to help. The food wasn't just "pub" worthy... it was legitimately REALLY GOOD, high quality almost gastro pub food. Some particularly awesome things: Felafel with the goat cheese dipping sauce (Oh my goshhhhh) Fish and Chips The dijon/mustard potato salad French fries the tarter sauce for the fish and chips Burgers... Seriously.... everything was BETTER than expected. I'm super happy about it.

    (5)

  • Annie T.

    Disclamer: I don't drink alcohol, so I'm sure I couldn't appreciate the complete awesomeness of Dogfish Head. With that said... My friends and I decided to do a day trip to Rohoboth beach (Sunday Funday yay!) and at the end of the trip one of my friends was dying to eat at Dogfish Head since it one of his favorite breweries. We put our names down and had to wait for around 30 mins for a table. My friends were nerding out over the beer selections, of course. They apparently had the infamous 120 IPA instock which always sells out in an hour in MD. He said it lived up to his high hopes of what he thought it would taste like too. We ordered the pretzel as an app and I thought it was alright. The pretzel had a good flavor and texture, but the cheese spread it came with wasn't impressive to me, especially when our waiter swore by the pretzel being the best thing ever. The cheese spread was made with spicy pickles or something and was suppose to be out of this world, but I thought it was ok. Not bad, but not mind blowingly good either. One friend ordered the pizza with the handmade mozz and me and everyone else had to try the truffle Mac and cheese. The pizza was ok. The crust was made with beer wheat or something, cool, but I couldn't appreciate it. The pizza was tasty, but it didn't have pizza sauce and I like my pizzas saucy. I had high expectations for this Mac and cheese since I am a truffle lover! The Mac and cheese again wasn't bad but it wasn't mind blowingly good either. It was missing something to me. The truffle flavor was there, but not strong. I think it def needed some fresh basil to punch up the flavor. All in all it was fun to try out Dogfish Head and I had a great time chilling with my friends there. I wouldn't mind if I had to go back. My friend also bought a 4 pack of the 120 IPA ($36) to bring home and was ecstatic about that, so I was happy for him. Good trip, great memories.

    (3)

  • Customer X.

    Pros: The food, service, atmosphere, and draft beer selection are great. The chocolate brownies paired with the Vanilla ice-cream are moist and perfect. The restaurant is kid-friendly. Cons: The food portion is on the small size: pizzas, falafel, etc. The broccoli rabe pork sandwich didn't have enough meat in it. The crab meat sandwich was slightly bland.

    (4)

  • Julia E.

    Dogfish Head- I think about your truffle goat cheese pizza before I fall asleep now, it might be one of the most delicious things my tastebuds have encountered in their 23 years. I was staying in Lewes with my family and we ate dinner here with my dog, who is a hairy 100lb wild drooling beast (who we love very much). They were very accommodating to us, gave us ice water a couple of times for our pup while we waited for our table. Once we were seated everything was delicious, I ordered the house salad and added salmon, it was really good, however my mom ordered the above mentioned truffle pizza, and I instantly had "order envy". The next week my boyfriend and I came back and I didn't make the same mistake twice, I ordered the truffle pizza, shamelessly ate the whole thing and wished I'd ordered another to eat later. Both times I came here obviously the beer was delicious too, that goes without saying.

    (5)

  • Tim S.

    Fantastic food. The dogpile & fish tacos were really good. The crab & corn chowder was outstanding. Great selection of beers

    (5)

  • Mike F.

    They do not do take out Yelp is wrong! When I informed the lady on the phone she was quite rude and said "well we just changed it" get your info straight Yelp.

    (1)

  • N N.

    Excellent in some ways, just OK in others. Place is spacious and comfortable, atmosphere and decor are fun. We had kids w us and felt totally welcome. Cheese / meet board appetizer was one of the best we've had, really delicious and varied. Kids loved their meals and homemade birch beer. Adults super excited to see that fish tacos featured "grilled mahi mahi" rather than deep fried fish. Doesn't that sound like chunks of light, grilled yummy fish, as in Cali? Nope. They should really say "shredded fish." In fact, fish was pulverized down to a fine grit, uniformly in every taco. (With meat, we'd want to know if it's ground hamburger meat versus steak, right?) Server was super pleasant, but the bus boy / person allowed our dishes to really pile up on our table, and continued to leave every single dish in our midst loooong after we'd emptied them.

    (3)

  • Patty V.

    Excellent food. Long wait but worth it. Fried pickles and dogfish burger were outstanding. Not to mention grest beers.

    (5)

  • J S.

    We loved dogfishhead beer and we needed to visit this establishment for sure while here. The place was crowded when we arrived with a band ready to start. We waited for less than the 15 min we were told and got seated upstairs which was nice so it wasn't crazy loud with the band to enjoy some dinner. We started with some beer always good from here and some poutine fries. The food was good and fries are real not the norm fries you receive at most places. We got some beer flights as well which is a great thing to try out new beers. The food was real good as well. I can't wait to go back here and will probably do so before our trip ends. Now have a taste for some other beers from them we can get back home in PA also!

    (5)

  • Richard H.

    I must be a dissenting, minority voice here, but hear me out. First off, this place is pricey. How pricey? For 26$ I received two crab cakes that were small, nothing to write home about and contained some filler a.k.a. red bell pepper. Secondly, the sides were gross. The mac and cheese was awful and the grits were salty to the point of being inedible. And the beer.... over priced and nothing special. For a meal for three the bill was almost 100$ for awful food with terrible service (it took almost an hour for our food to get there). In my mind the comparison was to DuClaws being from Maryland and DuClaws is much better. I wonder if the people here who rave about this place have not had something better.

    (1)

  • E J.

    I actually can't speak to the beer as a confirmed non drinker, but food was really good! Went with brother in law and our kids and everyone left happy. The dog pile appetizer was great! You might have to wait a bit as they cook food to order, so keep in mind if you have kids. They did offer to bring their food first, so maybe not an issue.

    (4)

  • C B.

    What can I say besides LOVE LOVE LOVE...?! maybe... I love Rob, our smart and friendly bartender. Atmosphere is comfortably nautical. Food is delicious (get the pizza! 50 grand is amazing.) Read up on the background of this brewery as you enjoy a flight. Highly recommend. Do it.

    (5)

  • Michelle D.

    Awesome fried pickles & burgers! Just long wait to be seated. Sit at bar for beer while you wait .

    (5)

  • Dan L.

    I got a pizza which was amazing and my wife got the chorizo shrimp grits(those are bang bang). Great beers on on tap! One of the beat restaurants around.

    (5)

  • Lourdes E.

    We've been here numerous times over the years because our friends, who live here, love coming to this Brewery. We waited a bit but everyone was so nice that we didn't mind the wait. I had a delicious iceberg salad with avocado with salmon. My group all enjoyed their beer ( I don't drink beer but got a good Vodka tonic. Really seems to be the "happening place".

    (5)

  • Cristina M.

    Great beer, great summer spritzer (and strong), dog friendly (outdoor seating with water bowls), quick service, GREAT food, cute town. We're happy :)

    (5)

  • andy d.

    Beautiful atmosphere and fast eager staff. food was good- my kids are on the picky side and liked it. the bbq pork sandwich was delish. Of course the beer.

    (3)

  • E C.

    This is my third visit this season and every meal has been great. Last night the DFH burger was incomparable. The other guests had the turkey burger and salmon sandwich and the reviews were stellar. I might have to try the waffles and chicken for my last visit of this season. I noticed a table of 8 brought cards against humanity to kill the time. There is a bit of a wait to be seated and served the meal, but it is worth it. Great pub food for the money!

    (4)

  • Andrew W.

    Went here for lunch with a group of guys. I was happy to see that they didn't lean on their name as a beer maker when putting this place together. Good service, really good food, modestly priced, and, of course, good beer list. Highly recommend for a laid back meal.

    (4)

  • Karla A.

    Sat outside on uncomfortable bar stools and was devoured by a herd of starving mosquito. Service was good but my steak was well done when I ordered medium rare. That was a bit if a turn off. If you are planning a visit here, bring bug spray and apply it liberally!!

    (3)

  • Elsa M.

    I am not a big beer drinker and neither is my hubby, so I was surprised he picked this place for lunch while we were visiting Rehoboth. Once I saw the menu, however, I totally understood. Each item reads like an artistic concoction of goodness, however, upon delivery, it all fell a bit short in my opinion. Take the Short rib cheese fries for instance. Good, but not crazy... definitely way more "cheese" than "short rib." I got the lamb sliders as well and, while they were ok, they were terribly under-seasoned, so much so that even the tzatziki wasn't enough to save them from anything more than an average rating. My husband's grilled cod and quinoa was good to him, so that's something. He also really appreciated having quinoa as an option. If you are a big beer drinker, stop on in and pull up a seat. If not, you'll be fine with the menu - just make sure you have some salt or something handy. Not a bad lunch option all in all, but could be better for sure.

    (3)

  • Breezy L.

    Was already a huge fan of their beer but the food was also fantastic! Our table tried the scrapple burger, the DFH pub burger, and an assortment of pizzas. My only comment (not complaint!) is that their food menu really sticks to their "off-centered" motto. Ie. Not your typical pub menu with the standard burger and chicken sandwich; all menu items are made with a serious variety of ingredients. Highly recommended! Ps. Plan to wait for your table, but enjoy some beers at the indoor or outdoor bar while you do!

    (5)

  • Tiffany C.

    Overall this place was great. A fun little place in RB. Food was good. Beers were great. Service was good. Menu was good. The wood fire taste wasn't my favorite, but that's my personal opinion, and my sandwich was awesome regardless. My hubby loved it. My one "gripe" would be that it's a bar. And it's loud and people are drinking so why are small babies alllll over the place. I dunno call me old fashioned but when I'm hanging out having beers with friends at 9pm on a Thursday I don't wanna have to watch what I say and do because some moron has their 1 year old and 3 year old at the bar. Not the restaurants fault just bad parenting.

    (5)

  • Julie W.

    This was the whole reason for our trip to Rehobeth. Very nice atmosphere, beer great as always (nice to have it on tap instead of bottled here in PA), food was wonderful. Attentive servers. Fun place to watch the Kentucky Derby on our 10 year wedding anniversary.

    (4)

  • Casey C.

    Great place. Food service and of course beer. Place is always busy. The entire time I was here.

    (5)

  • Erin G.

    I was expecting a lot from this pub because their beer is good. I was not impressed by the food. We got the smoked wings as an appetizer. They had a good flavor but were overly salty. The goat cheese ranch that came with it was the best part if the night. I ordered the turkey club burger. It was a turkey burger with avocado, bacon, tomato, lettuce, onion, and a cilantro aioli. I love aioli. This aioli was sickening salty and disgusting. The bacon on the burger was also way too salty. I could only eat 3/4 the dinner because of how salty it was. I know they want people to buy drinks, but making food this salty is ridiculous. I also ordered the coleslaw. When the coleslaw came, I realized it was not coleslaw but vegetable slaw and they were advertising it as "coleslaw". I eat coleslaw everywhere. I know what coleslaw is supposed to be. This vegetable slaw had red peppers and onions in it along with cabbage. It was all pickled and spiced. This is not coleslaw. It makes it even worse that my stomach hates onions. There were also onions stuffed in the turkey burger. My hopes of this place were crushed today.

    (3)

  • Corey P.

    Awesome experience! Great food. Great server, Lauren couldn't have been more helpful with our twin boys. We had the fifty grand pizza, pretzel bits and chickpea falafel. Everything was great!

    (4)

  • Patti N.

    Great spot any day of the week especially during the week for locals. Staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. The roasted wings and goat cheese ranch is excellent.

    (5)

  • Donna F.

    Loved this place, fun lively ambience & delicious beer-inspired menu. The pretzel bites were sooo yummy and my fish & chips were as good as any I've had in England, fresh & crispy & served with traditional malt vinegar. Cabbage slaw salad was fabulous with an original zing. Can't wait to go back.

    (5)

  • Keke R.

    Had gift card for 3 years before deciding to use (was little concerned it would be frat boys and screeching girls, but it really was all stripes - gay, straight - around lunchtime including large families w kids). Fast, efficient service by Courtney. Excellent lobster roll special and build your own burger. Peach ipa was great. No other beer tried; its was barely past noon people! Best of all: meal cost 50 cents with the gift card!

    (5)

  • Matt E.

    Had a very good dinner for four plus two kids here. Excellent beer on tap of course, but the food was also great. There were at least four or five things I really wanted to try, but settled on the Waffle and Fried Chicken sandwich with sriracha maple syrup. Somewhat hard to eat as a sandwich but it was really good. I also had some of the fish and chips and that was also very good. Service was excellent. Highly recommended, I'll be coming back again.

    (5)

  • Diana E.

    We love this place. Great atmosphere, good food, wide selection of good beer. A nice place to take company visiting from out of town for a taste of Rehoboth.

    (5)

  • M K.

    Their beers are excellent - unique and particular, but definitely worth trying! Place is busy on the weekends!

    (4)

  • Molly G.

    My favorite spot in Dewey and Rehoboth. Never a bad meal or a bad beer! Namaste and Positive Contact are two refreshing summer favorites. Love the Happy Non-conformist. Very kid friendly. Advise going early (before 5pm) for dinner and during the week to avoid weekend crowds.

    (5)

  • Chris J.

    I was a bit hesitant about coming here at first because I was not in a beer mood. Now, their beers are solid, but the night I visited I was craving a drink that was more substantial. Upon seeing the menu, I realized that they brew their own vodka and have some unique and tasty vodka infusions. In particular, I was beyond impressed with the pickle brine infused vodka. It was amazing and would be great as a shot or in a Bloody Mary. The food was also top notch. The fried pickle appetizer was ridiculously flavorful and generous, plus it was served piping hot. The meatloaf entree was delicious. The beer used in the gravy came through perfectly, and the potato salad was bright, flavorful, and surprisingly fresh tasting. I also had the fish tacos, which are a generous portion, but they did not stand out as amazing and were a little bland- Rehoboth has far better options for fish tacos. Finally, the service was on point. Our waitress was knowledgeable and friendly. She was efficient but also stopped for conversation and seemed to actually enjoy waiting on us. She even let me sample some vodka infusions. Overall, this place has it all going for you, so know that a wait for a table here is worth it.

    (5)

  • Tim B.

    The beer is truly word class, among the best in the U.S. However, after years of this being a favorite the food has really declined. The menu is now one page and basically just standard average pub/bar quality and variety. Service is still wonderful: fast and friendly. You can usually find a spot to squeeze at the bar while waiting and they generally offer to text you when your table is ready so that you do not have to just sit around. However, in recent years the staff seems to have taken on a lot of non-beer people. It's a little disappointing to have a servers and bartenders simply point you to the two sentence menu description when inquiring about the beers. Beer of this caliber is better served by some one who at least pretends to care and have a little something to say about it.

    (3)

  • Jenn M.

    We really liked this place! Came here to try their pizza with crab on it (it's called Fifth Column on the menu). My bf wanted pizza and I wanted seafood when we were trying to decide where to eat. Our search landed us here and we were glad we came! The pizza was surprisingly good! I never had crab on a pizza before and I'm glad our first time didn't disappoint us. It's about a 10 inch pizza with 6 slices. Good to share between two people or one really hungry person! For a busy Saturday afternoon, the wait wasn't too long. We sat upstairs. They have a nice bar area downstairs. We also tried their beer, Namaste, which is similar to Hefeweizen. It was great. We saw plates of burgers and fish & chips go by us and they looked equally as good. Great food and beer! You have to come here!

    (5)

  • Vicky D.

    Great food in a fun atmosphere. We came here after touring the brewery in Milton and decided we had to try some of the beers only served at the brewpub. Got the Gose in the Dark which is a unique beer brewed with salt. Very interesting but not something I could drink all night. For appetizers I shared the calamari which was lightly breaded and came with a sweet Thai chili sauce. Yum! Our friends got loaded fries which were AMAZING! I got beer battered (duh) fish and chips which were very good and came with a beer vinaigrette slaw. I don't like coleslaw made with mayonnaise so this was refreshing, and the acidity helped cut the richness of the battered fish. It came with a yummy ranch which I think was made with feta. The fries were pretty standard. I had a chicory stout with my meal which was very good. Most of our party got pizzas, including the Alpine Idyll and the Fifth Column which has crab and asparagus. Everyone seemed to like their food and we shared some churros for dessert. The churros themselves weren't that great, but they come with 3 dipping sauces: chocolate, nutmeg xream, and Ancho honey. The Ancho chili honey was definitely the best. Overall I enjoyed the food and the creativity that goes into cooking with their beer. I wouldn't go out of my way to come here again but I'd absolutely recommend to anyone visiting the area, especially beer fans. This experience was definitely enhanced by doing the brewery tour first.

    (4)

  • Sean P.

    We rocked all the 9" pizzas at our table and shared with each other. I liked the Simple Enquiry the best... Mozzarella and tomatoes were tasty! My Alpine Idyll was a shroom and prosciutto delight as well. Beers were enjoyable, I like my Brown Indian Ale! Our waitress, Kat, was outstanding!

    (5)

  • Rachel R.

    Disappointed. Restaurant is equal to a Friendlys in food quality, decor, and service. 1 star food. 4 star beer. At least 5 beers were "just out" leaving about 15 on tap. Preztle bits were awful. Werent even preztles but mini biscuits with mediocre at best sauces. Mini biscuits werent even good. Pizza... the worse pizza ive ever had in a restaurant. Equal to defrosted microwave pizza. About 8" which isnt big enough to share. Save yourself. Dont eat here. Just sit at the bar with a beer and if bar is full - Leave. Comon Dogfish. I thought you were cooler than this.

    (2)

  • Joseph T.

    I had high expectations for a brew pub affiliated with Dogfish Head, and this pub certainly met my expectations. The selection of beer is incredible. So many brews from Dogfish that I've never heard of including seasonals and brew pub exclusives. I opted for the Firefly Ale and the Aprinaut. The Firefly was subtle and easily drinkable. The Aprinaut was quite sour with distinguishable apricot overtones. We also indulged in some pub food. The cheese fries and fried calamari were both delicious. This brew pub is a must stop for anyone visiting the area!

    (4)

  • Sabrina K.

    Third experience here with a group of 10 people and all have been great. Our group tends to eat later, so we go around 8pm when the crowds die down (seems to be the way to go in Rehoboth... eat a late lunch to wait out the 5-6pm dinner rush!). I am not a huge beer person so I cannot vouch for their brews, but the food here is great. I have had their salads, unique pizzas and BBQ ribs on my separate visits. The ribs are amaaaazing, the meat falls off the bone easily. This place definitely won't serve you bland food and is fairly affordable. It can get loud inside so it is more of a place to go with friends or family.

    (4)

  • Christopher M.

    About half an hour away from the brewery in Milton, this brewpub is totally worth the drive. This place is everything a brewpub should be: - Awesome, hard to find beers served by knowledgeable people - Great food, in particular the pizzas which are made from beer yeast - A good sized place. It was very crowded when we were here, but there was plenty of room for everyone I'm not sure when (or if) we'll ever be in Delaware again but you can bet a trip to the Dogfish Head Brewpub will be in order. 235/365

    (5)

  • Mike S.

    Food was very good, although you won't mistake the place for a gourmet restaurant. But the highlight was the beer (obviously). Great variety, tasty stuff, and the staff knew the selection well and did a great job of walking me through the choices. Also my wife has a difficult food allergy (dairy and soy) and they were extremely accommodating

    (5)

  • Adina W.

    We got there really early, so lucky for us we only waited a few minutes. Thank god, because if I had waited any longer for the mediocre food, I would be upset. The beer was great as well as the service but the food was a pretty big disappointment. It's the beach, I don't expect fabulous food but feel a little mislead by all the glowing reviews. Sorry to be the Debby downer here, just don't set your standards too high for this place.

    (2)

  • Sarah B.

    I believe that this restaurant is geared more towards the beer than the food. I felt that the food was passable and the beer was great. They have some specialty spirits as well that they distill at their brewery (which we had toured earlier that day). The wait on a Saturday was over an hour, it's a pretty popular tourist spot in the Rehoboth Beach area. We had just some sandwiches, a burger and a salad. Pretty basic stuff. It wasn't bad, it wasn't outstanding. Better than dive food but not 5 star. I recommend instead of the brew pub to stop by the brewery itself. Get yourself some tastings and brats there.

    (3)

  • P. Cleo S.

    The service and food were excellent. It also was nice to the pocketbook.

    (4)

  • Thaddeus K.

    Food is always very good, staff is great and of course the beer is great. I love the brewpub exclusive beers, always my favorite over their normal line up. "session is the new black" and "squall" are the two that stand out for me.

    (5)

  • Andrew C.

    I have to admit, this was probably the best dining experience I had here in the past 5 years (I've dined here a half dozen times or more) so this 4 star review might me slightly partial. First and foremost, the beer is just phenomenal. They are truly quality "craft micro brewers." We've taken the tour in Milton before on how they make their beers which was cool, but not a necessity IMO. I am a hoppy beer guy and they just do their IPAs so so so so right. The 60 Minute IPA is good, the 90 minute IPA is great, the 120 minute IPA is just phenomenal (especially on draft which I was able to get at the brew pub the night I went. Other honorable mentions are the Burton Baton and the World Wide Stout (very rare, but get it if you can). Overall, I'm very happy with the IPA selection, but personally could do without their funkier fruity beers. You can get samples in flights of 5 (4 oz) pours, which is great if you want to try a variety of beers without making a commitment to one specific beer. The night I went they even had the very rare 75 minute IPA on cask/hand pump which was awesome. The food and service were always the weakest part of our previous experiences, but this time was just totally different. We had the Truffled Honey Mustard Wings ($9) for an appetizer which we're pretty good. For dinner, I ordered the The Indulgence Burger for $12 which truly is an indulgence! I try not to eat food this bad for me (even on the weekend) but when on vacation, what the hell right! This thing was loaded, with the following menu description: Piled high with Wisconsin yellow cheddar, bacon stuffed onion ring, more cheese and served with fresh-cut fries. I rest my case, just amazing! The wife kept it simple and ordered chicken fingers and fries. Everything was great, and the service was spot on. Combine that with the great beers and I couldn't have asked for a better dining experience. We will definitely be back the next time we're in Rehoboth.

    (4)

  • Chris W.

    Definitely one of my favorite Breweries. Try a flight and anything on the menu. You will not be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Linda G.

    Hubby and I stopped in on our way to Ocean City, MD last weekend. We were just stopping in for a quick bite and beer, but the bar was packed. We let the hostess know that we could wait for bar space, and with that a couple, who was getting ready to leave offered up their seats (WOW - we're not in NJ anymore! LOL) the bartender brought us food menus and we asked about their beer flights - we could have 5 4-ounce pours of whichever beers we wanted - and he brought us a 'dry erase' paper/marker for us to note our 5 selections on. The other bartender, who introduced himself as Noah, asked our names, and then introduced the other bartender, Phil, as he began pouring our tasty flights o' beer. Our food order consisted of a cup of the crab chowder for me and the crabcake sandwich for the hubs. Our flights were the same 4 'specialty, brewery only beers' - Beer for breakfast (which is made with leftovers from other beers - and was absolutely fantastic - apparently their best seller, when they can keep it in stock!), Czech function, Brewdolphs holiday and black lodge -mostly stouts/porters - my 5th beer was the Raison d'etre, with a good hint of raisin flavorings, and my husband ordered the chicory stout, which seemed a little more watery... We were very happy with all of our beer selections, and definitely with our food. The crab chowder was loaded with crab, thick and creamy and tasty, with a side of oyster crackers. The crabcake sandwich was filled with more crab than filler (huge plus!), but the bun could have been a little more 'sturdy' - it got a little thin and soggy in the middle from the juice of the burger. There was an amazing sauce on the side that I dipped half of his fries into because I couldn't get enough of it (I can't get on the website to see what it consisted of, but lord knows, I WILL find out!) Both meals and the 2 flights plus tip, were around $50 - fairly standard. The bartenders were very friendly and accommodating - the restaurant is large and can probably get very loud since it's a large open room (there is an upstairs with table seating, but we didn't venture up there) - and the bathrooms are clean and in working order, which is always a good thing. I would recommend, if you like beer, and you like good fresh food, and are heading through Delaware, take a side trip to Dogfish head Brewpub and say 'HI'!

    (5)

  • Lindsay B.

    Great beer, great food. We were a large group (around 8) and they were very accommodating. Sitting outside in the sunshine was a wonderful way to spend some time. The burgers were juicy and the bacon chocolate cheesecake was the perfect ending.

    (5)

  • Michael B.

    Part of the PA, NY, DE Holy Trinity of brewpubs. The "Hopinator" on their 90 minute IPA. DONE. (Food is excellent also, wish I could remember it... )

    (5)

  • Joseph J.

    Service is astonishing. Waited for 15 mins, then was texted when table was ready. Very upbeat, knowledgable, fun staff. Food is very tasty! Try the Greek Falolfel. Their fried chili Calamari was also VERY good (wasn't sure what to expect on this one). And their beer...well we all know that's amazing..They have some rarities that are only on tap at that pub.

    (5)

  • William M.

    Good atmosphere. Amazing beers on draft - of course! It's about a 15 minute walk from the beach - would highly recommend doing that as opposed to driving, since parking can be tough during the summer. Also, since the wait can be lengthy, go a little early for dinner or late for lunch. We had a group of six on a Saturday but because we went at 430 there was no wait. When we were leaving there was a line out the door. Pizzas are good! My friends who ordered the burgers/fries really enjoyed those as well.

    (4)

  • Adrienne M.

    I love the food at Dogfish. Husband loves the beer. Best of both worlds. We stayed at a condo nearby (literally, the condo right behind Dogfish. Please close your dumpster so the gulls don't wake us up next time!) and it was great to order takeout food for the parents to enjoy while serving our kids the same ol' same ol' at the condo. Take out was packaged well and was hot and delicious at home. We have dined in before and the service is always quick and friendly.

    (5)

  • Bailey M.

    I had the best veggie burger of my life at this restaurant. Typically, restaurants just threw a Boca burger at you but this burger was handcrafted. Not only that but it was handcrafted perfectly with corn and black beans and just the right amount of spice! Seriously felt like I was dying and gone to heaven. Got it with provolone, lettuce and onions with side of fries. Our appetizer was the fried pickles. Had pickles for the first time in my life and thoroughly enjoyed them! Perfectly battered and fried. Would eat that burger every day of my life!

    (5)

  • Amanda P.

    Best tasting/most creative craft beer on the East coast, arguably in the world! Who would think mixing chocolate and lobster for beer could be such a delectable concept. Unique and def a one of a kind place.

    (5)

  • Carrie M.

    We were in town for the Rehoboth Beach Marathon. We waited for the chaos to dwindle and decided to visit Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats on Sunday. What a delightful visit. The establishment is warm and friendly. The menu is that of a 'gastropub,' with creative tastes and fresh ingredients. We ordered the fried pickles for a starter, and they were delicious. Our son ordered the corn-dog. He was delighted by crayons and a really cool activity sheet when we arrived. Would definitely visit again. Probably gets really busy, so lunch when the open is the best plan of action!

    (5)

  • Matt S.

    Awesome place! Was down at the beach for the weekend and had to make my first trip to the brewpub. 120 minute is great! Crabcake sandwich was good. I'm definitely going back whenever I'm in the area.

    (5)

  • Jesse P.

    First off... best beer in the world! Friendly, competent staff... some serious eats for a "dive" bar.

    (4)

  • Kim B.

    I'll start this review by saying that hubby and I didn't choose too dine at Dogfish this evening because of the beers, although I'm sure they're amazing, we came because we brought our golden retriever with us to Dewey/Rehoboth and Dogfish is as pet friendly as they come. We were seated right away at a tall table on the patio, complete with a bowl of ice cold water for Riley, our golden. I'd been in the mood for a burger all day and wouldn't ya know it, they were on special tonight. I had checked out the menu online before we got there so I already knew I wanted to try the DFH Pub Burger, simply because the red onion marmalade sounded delicious. Our server, Tim, was awesome, even took the time to introduce himself to Riley, who judging by his rapidly wagging tail, seemed to feel the same way. I asked Tim about the DFH burger and he quickly shared that it was his favorite menu item so it was decided. We started with the crab and corn chowder, it was the perfect blend of crabmeat and sweet corn, quite filling actually so hubby and i were glad we had decided to share a cup. Our meals arrived about 5 minutes after we finished our soup, perfectly timed. My burger was cooked perfectly, delicately charred on the outside, tender and juicy inside. I usually slather my burgers with ketchup, mustard, bbq sauce, you name it, but the red onion marmalade was all I needed, it's sweetness the perfect contradiction to the rich burger and the Brooklyn Brine-Hop Pickles completed the perfection. Hubby ordered the crabcake sandwich, he didn't share even a bite because he enjoyed it so much, and was really impressed with the Hop-Pickle tartar sauce, dipping every last fry into it after he finished his crabcake. As we were leaving a band was about to go on and the atmosphere inside the restaurant felt like a favorite, neighborhood pub where all the locals hang out. That's exactly the type of place we look for when on vacation and we will most definitely be back.

    (5)

  • Ryan ..

    The atmosphere is phenomenal. Very friendly, courteous, and knowledgable staff. The beer and food selection was very good. Our server recommended the pizza, which wasnt anything special. However, he made up for it with his phenomenal customer service and beer knowledge. Will be visiting again!

    (4)

  • Robbie B.

    Just want to start off by saying the food is amazing, but we went twice on our vacation and both times the service was slow. The first time the server didn't offer us the dessert that comes with the kids menu and we didn't even realize it came with one until our second visit. Our second visit we didn't get straws until after our appetizers came out. Speaking of appetizers, we got no plates with them. When it was time to order dessert our waitress dropped the check without asking if we wanted any and again didn't even mention the kids dessert. Love the food but the service has got to get better. Maybe they are just so busy they don't care about the service? Most restaurants have management walk around and chat with guests, I never saw that happen at either visit which implies to me they probably don't care about the guest experience. I used to wait tables and worked retail so of course I'm all about customer service.

    (3)

  • Sami S.

    I mean....Dogfish head is everything. The end.

    (5)

  • Roger W.

    I came here for lunch, and I was completely delighted. Fried pickles with a mustard sauce, hand cut fries, and a (more than adequate) burger that could have clogged a wood chipper (no Tony Soprano). And, of course, all the booze. My god! It's like a playground for alcoholics! Delicious handcrafted brews, and did you know Dogfish doesn't just brew, but they distill? It's true! They make their own gin, rum, vodka and more! And if that weren't enough, they actually sell it downstairs! Holy shit! So when you're in Rehoboth Beach with a serious hunger and thirst, and you've got some money burning a hole in your pocket, go here.

    (4)

  • rob p.

    Walked up there tonight (Sunday, August 9th 2015 8:30). The place was half empty with all the tables in the middle section empty. Only one person appeared to be waiting on the tables. We asked the front staff (2 giggling young girls) how long the wait would be - they said 20-25 minutes. I pointed out all the empty tables and asked if they were sure. "Oh yes, we are sure..." was their unison response with a large dollop of attitude on top. So we went to the bar and watched a party of four walk right in behind us and were seated immediately. We walked out, crossed over the road to Cultured Pearl and received outstanding service and excellent food. We had eaten at Dogfish before and it was Ok, but nothing like the treat that awaited us at the cultured pearl. In the end the two kids manning the front desk really did us a favor. My advice- avoid Dogfish if you care about service and attitude. I would also recommend the owners take a look at the little kids manning the front station. That's your face to the world, is it wise to have a couple of giggling brats up front?

    (1)

  • Jim P.

    We ordered typical bar food and it was excellent. We also had the pita with mozzarella and spinach appetizer and chicken wings. Both were very good. Also the beer choices were of course plentiful and tasty.

    (5)

  • Dan H.

    The food here is really just as good as the beer is. (And of course I went for the beer, because I love Dog Fish, and often don't expect much out of the food at brew pubs, but was totally proven wrong here). I had the Orecchiette Pasta with Greek Feta Sausage, which really is fabulous. Great depth of flavor in the sausage, and a big portion - I'm a big eater so I finished it but any normal eater would likely enjoy leftovers at home. My wife had the Alpine Idyll pizza - the mushrooms on this, sauteed in the 60 Minute IPA, are incredible. A really really good pizza. We started with the pretzel bites which are made with spent grain from brewing - delicious, but what really makes this is the two sauces they serve with it. Really tasty. Great service too on our first visit - really nothing disappointing here at all.

    (5)

  • Michael B.

    TOURIST TRAP!!! You were warned. We were a couple of 2. The waitress forgot our Soup Order, we orded Cheese Fries that were pictured on Yelp, but got Duck Poutine. we questined it and were told that is the Cheese Fries. But we asked another waitress and she told me poutine and cheese fries were different. We were seated before a table of 6 and placed our order before them but got our food 15 minutes after them and with the forementioned problems. The fish tacos were average at best, the pizza wan't tasty at all but the 60 Minute I drank was just as good there as it is on my couch. My advice, stay away from this tourist trap unless you like waiting for sub-par food just to check in there on FB so you look cool to your freinds.

    (2)

  • Walter H.

    Came to the brewpub after an afternoon with my wife at the Dogfish Brewery. Excellent decision. The shrimp and grits were simply amazing. For dessert I took home a bacon chocolate cheesecake that was absolute heaven. I love that each menu item has one of the beers they brew as a main ingredient. And the staff was exceptional that seated and served us. A must visit if you are in Rehoboth.

    (5)

  • Megan S.

    Dogfish Head! A Rehoboth Beach staple! I love getting a cocktail from the bar (and more recently a gluten free Tweasonale) when I'm visiting the beach. I had dinner there recently and found the menu difficult to naviagate on a gluten free diet. The waitress was helpful - it seemed obvious that I wasn't the first celiac to cross her path. But too much of the menu was deep fried or had beer added to the recipe for me to eat there successfully. I ordered the steak with a side of vegetables (since I couldn't eat the fries.) I hope their success with Tweasonale shows Dogfish Head that there is a big market for gluten-free products and they both continue with GF brewing and tweak their menu (and cooking practices) to open up their food to us gluten free folk.

    (4)

  • alex b.

    I was astounded and delighted. We arrived, and were given a 45 minute wait. Once seated, our waitress attended to our every need. To be honest, this waitress was the best waitress (or waiter) I have ever had. The service here is exceptional, and the wait was entirely worth it. To start, my boyfriend and I ordered the pretzel bites with 60 minute IPA mustard and white cheddar sauce, so freaking good. I ordered the beer battered fish and chips and he ordered a veggie burger. Both were nothing short of delicious. Every part of the meal was spot on. We shared a 90 minute IPA that complemented the meal wonderfully. Reasonably priced for the delicious food and service. There is no other place in Rehoboth that is as good as Dogfish. We will return soon.

    (5)

  • J P.

    Good beer. Horrible food for anyone with an educated palate. There are much better options for your money in Rehoboth. Worst French Fries ever!

    (2)

  • Laura H.

    My boyfriend and I are huge dogfish head beer fans and planned to do a brewery tour/ beach day on our way traveling from DC to NYC. The tour was awesome and we then planned to eat at the actual restaurant afterwards. There was no wait to sit outside and it was a beautiful day so we opted for that. Loved the garden like atmosphere. We each did a sampler platter of the beer- my favorite being the Midas touch. We split the lamb sliders and the short rib fries. The goat cheese tzatziki on the sliders was delicious and the lamb seasoned with cumin was cooked nicely. There were three to an order. The short rib fries had a white cheddar ale sauce on them and it was a heaping portion with lots of meat, which was very good. Several of the desserts sounded delicious but we were too full. Out service was quick and efficient with no issues. Id highly recommend visiting if in the rehoboth beach area and enjoy craft brew

    (4)

  • Maeve M.

    Really good fish and chips, salmon sandwich, turkey club, french fries,indulgence burger. Pizza is decent. Loved the dijon potato salad as well. Beer is always great- so many different ones that depend on your taste. Definitely worth going! Fun atmosphere too. Like sitting on the main floor.

    (4)

  • Ted C.

    If you're going to be in Delaware you might as well go to Dogfish Head. I didn't even know Delaware had a beach or anything other than DFH. So, I did my requisite playing in the ocean and the hightailed it over to Rehoboath Ave to try it. I was told by that it would be busy and it was. Fortunately their side patio has some seats open so my buddy and I sat there. I ordered the Iron Horse, which they only serve there. Interesting, a little too much carbonation. I also had the 61 which was an interesting mix. Our server, Renn was as awesome as how he described Burton Baton. He let us have our space, but was always around, came to check up on us often and when he accidentally spilled a bit of my beer (not a lot, like a bad pour) and brought me another one. We also had the hummus which had the DFH logo on it, it was okay. The cheese plate was also okay. But why are you going here for food? I know it says Brewing & Eats but brewing, man!! Eat outside, hopefully Renn will be there and just drink, especially since they have their own spirits now as well.

    (4)

  • M H.

    Great place for family Dinner. Cesar salad with Salmon, Pizza and Burgers were outstanding...and the 60 minute IPA was second to none. Free parking in the lot next door. Well worth the wait.

    (5)

  • mui d.

    Fish and chips were yummy. Nice bar with good options. Comfort food, crab cake sandwich was a huge disappointment, it was more paste than cake. Cheery bread pudding was decent. Would come back if in town...

    (3)

  • Nicole W.

    The food was surprisingly good. Whole spears of fried pickles with a nice beer mustard sauce, OK fries, HUGE burger, and a unique, but delicious, salmon sandwich. I've seen a few people complain about the pizza size, but they are clearly priced (and meant) to be personal pizzas.. I'm really not a beer drinker, so I used the opportunity to try the Midas brew some of my friends told me about. I liked it, but I'll stick to wine and cider for my alcohols of choice.

    (4)

  • Greg N.

    Stopped in on labor day 2014 for some lunch and beers. Admittedly I had fairly high expectations for the dogfish Head brewpub as I've heard a lot of great things about it. Ordered a flight of beer samplers (90 min, sixty one, namaste, chicory stout and owls- the brewpub exclusive) . The beer was what I've come to expect of dogfish Head , I liked 3 of the 5 I tasted and found the remaining two interesting but not something I would order a pint of. The food was the real disappointment. Ordered the spent grain pretzel bites as an appetizer and a pizza (red sauce, onions, basil) to split as the main meal. The pretzel bites were more like mini biscuits than pretzels. When the pizza came out we were equally disappointed. It was small even by pub pizza standards (maybe 8") and a mound of congealed cheese and soggy onions topped it off. We did not finish the pizza, and decided to find food further down the boardwalk. Didn't spend much time at the bar, but it looked pretty full, as for the rest of the restaurant, I expected more from one of the nations leading craft brewers, everything looked kind of old and run down. For what its worth the service was pretty good. As another reviewer mentioned, the bathroom was about 100 degrees.

    (2)

  • Jason V.

    Yummy yummy dogfish head. The food is creative and very delicious. Been here several times. 90 minute IPA is my favorite.

    (4)

  • Brian C.

    Bad food. Bad service. Bad beer. Sorry dogfish, but you guys should just stick with the brewery and leave the food to the rest. I love Dogfish beer in the bottle. I regularly buy the 90 and 120 minute and I also love the Burton Baton. I tried beer after beer at this place trying desperately to love it as much as I do when I drink it out of the bottle. Every beer I had sucked. It's like they have to be had from the bottle. Next is the service...slow and inattentive. The food is thrown together and lacks flavor. This is basically a tourist trap. Don't fall. There's fifty restaurants around this place that kill it every day. It's basically a huge bar with very cramped seating. I also do not see the appeal of this place for families. It's a bar! Whatever. I won't be back. I gave this place two tries before giving up. I'll stick with the beer, but I'll buy it from the liquor store.

    (1)

  • Jeremy W.

    Outstanding food, great local brewed beer and fantastic service, and they are dog friendly. Could not have asked for a better experience. The calamari was done with finesse and expertise, tender and flavorful. The indulgence burger was slightly intimidating at first but was beyond delicious. If in season try the pumpkin beer, truly great and pairs great with the burger. You can also bring your furry friend with you and sit on the patio, where they have water bowls for pup and treats if you are ok with it.

    (5)

  • Kyle S.

    Great food, good atmosphere, good service. We came here after touring Dogfish Head Brewery. A little intoxicated the first time but had the meatloaf sandwich on advice from friend. It tasted glorious and we returned next day (sober) to some fried pickle spears and burgers. My buddy got the salmon burger-top notch. Upstairs seating is quieter and feels more like a restaurant. There is also a souvenir stand to purchase/ re-fill your growlers. I'd suggest asking for seating downstairs if want to gain the full experience. Overall it was excellent! :)

    (5)

  • Matt T.

    Great selection of Dogfish Beers including ones you can't get outside of the brewpub...the food was excellent. We ate there twice that weekend. First, my burger that I ordered medium came out medium...something that almost never happens in restaurants. The second was a steak that was cooked perfectly as well. Great job all around and our service was spot on.

    (5)

  • Heather R.

    Their menu is VERY limited. They should bring their old menu back! Waitress told us they had to "slim" it down because people couldn't decide what they wanted to eat. Needless to say we drank 1 beer and headed elsewhere for food...we like a selection of food to choose from!

    (2)

  • Talia A.

    Dogfish head was so dissapointing. The food is essentially inedible. Go for the beer, it's good, and the brewpub exclusives are nice. The food is just awful. The kids pizza was tasteless and that's hard to achieve. I ordered a tuna special which I was never warned was so spicy I was still in pain the next day. And I really like spicy food! Maybe if you stick to a burger and beer it's ok, but don't order anything else.

    (1)

  • Jill M.

    This place gets 5 stars from me every time! Came in tonight with two friends who had never had the DFH experience and we're all in love! Mike served up a great PG-13 for my good friend and provided excellent descriptions on the beer for my other friend! Pat and Phil were just as nice as they always are. I love bringing my out of town friends here. Happy holidays to all!

    (5)

  • Linda F.

    I'm a big fan of Dogfish Head, but the restaurant is disappointing. Food, service and atmosphere are mediocre. The rarities seem like they're rare for a reason because I haven't tried one that I liked very much. The vodka is really excellent, so I recommend a mixed drink.

    (3)

  • Scott P.

    Was excited to eat here as I really enjoy the Dogfish Head beers. I started off with a sampler as they had many Dogfish Head beers on tap I had never tried/seen before. It was nice to be able to try 5 beers for under 10 bucks. However the food was pretty miserable. Sandwiches were very bland and the fries were soggy. Come for the great beer, not so much the food.

    (2)

  • Jen G.

    Check this place out when you come to Rehoboth. Beers can be pricey but you are paying for quality. Also if you have a chance try the pickle vodka it's pretty amusing to say the least.

    (5)

  • Dave V.

    I'll come out of the gate and say that my night here started pretty poorly. In spite of that, they still get a 4 in my book. These guys make great beer. Went here on a Sunday evening. After some beers on the beach earlier and the 30 min drive up from OC, the number one priority was the restroom. After standing there waiting for 10 minutes while 2 dudes did whatever the hell they were doing in there, I finally had to bust in on them and it almost got me into a fight with the 2 knuckle draggers. The only reason I'm mentioning this is in the hopes that one or both of these morons reads this. ITS A MENS ROOM DUDE. If you want to act like a couple of girls go to the freaking nail salon and then go purse shopping ... and next time you deal with a pissed off war veteran who has to pee ... I'd suggest a little more discretion. Your night almost ended poorly and abruptly. There ..... I feel better now. So back to the evening. Great beer, and the food was excellent. My daughter got the steak which she let me take a bit. Wow! One of the top 5 best bites of steak in my life. I'm super serial ..... I had the fish and chips which were deliciously unhealthy but hey, if you want to live forever you ear kale. Not fish and chips. So all in all, aside from a couple of clueless twits with zero situational awareness, I'd have to say it was a great place to grab a bite and try some good beer! Oh .... Dogfish Head ..... P.s. That bathroom was about 100 degrees. Might want to check that out.

    (4)

  • Sarah R.

    Excellent experience. I was drawn in by the beer, but I was won over by the quality of the food, and how vegetarian friendly it is. We had the falafel (crispy and delicious) and a veggie burger (much more than your standard frozen ones.) Every detail was nicely crafted and tasted great. I had one of the pub-only beers, the Black Lodge ( dogfish.com/brews-spirit… ) and it was phenomenal. Not too heavy but great flavor. I also took back to my boyfriend a small growler of the 120 Minute IPA ... much cheaper to do that than to buy a bottle in PA, but be careful. It's strong as.... well as strong as it gets.

    (4)

  • Matthew S.

    I just had one of, if not the best burgers in my life, DFH's Southern Burger. While the food may not always be a hit, the beer is. The wide and I were planning to spend the day at the beach, but we could turn for home (Philadelphia) after this lunch and I'd be more than happy with the trip. Service was good too, waitress checked for my wife's allergens and pescetarian needs too. 5 stars for sure.

    (5)

  • Eddie W.

    Amazing. Every single damned thing. Best soup (watermelon gazpacho) I've had in years. Pizza was amazing, with an absolutely delicious combination of toppings I'd never have imagined would go together. Needless to say, their beers are to die for.

    (5)

  • Lauren P.

    Dogfish Head is KIND OF amazing. 1) When you drink at the brewery, you get to try all the beers that are mostly kept local and that you can't find in New England (or really, outside of the DelMarVa area). 2) This also goes for their HARD LIQUOR, which I didn't realize they made. (I went to a local liquor store to buy the Dogfish Head Rum to bring back to Boston.) 3) The bartenders are friendly. My friend and I might have asked the bartender to take pictures of us after we'd already slammed a round of beer flights + more beer + vodka shots. 4) The food is great -- did not eat there this time, but ate lunch at the brewery after the Rehoboth Beach Marathon in December. Some other facts -- Their peanut butter flavored vodka is AMAZING. At first you're like... wait, that sounds gross. And then you drink a shot...two shots...? of it and you realize that it's delightful. The bartenders are good about giving you tastes of a beer or two if you're trying to decide, but I encourage you to do the beer flight. You can PICK YOUR OWN of what's available, and it was a great way for me to determine which ones I'd never drink again (the new peach brew) or would want to drink a ton of (surprisingly LOVED the sweet Chateau Jiahu). Dogfish Head beer is just... awesome. They have unique and interesting flavor combinations (like the spicy Theobroma that I didn't particularly enjoy, but someone behind me was raving about it). You really just have to stop in and enjoy the casual ambiance and the good brews!

    (5)

  • Steven I.

    Very neat atmosphere. We were very excited to try this place because one of my best friends wouldn't stop raving about how good the food is and the drinks. I personally love dogfish head brews and typically drink the 60 min IPA as my go-to draft beer. Unfortunately our first experience here was one we would like to forget. The restaurant itself was not that busy, but our waitress was still slow and worried about her cellphone more than us, as well as chatting it up with the other staff. We asked her for recommendations for drinks and she was rather clueless on what to try and push on us. It seemed like she didn't care and wanted to be elsewhere. It literally took us almost 15 minutes to get our drinks after we were seated, and as I said before they were not busy. She did however recommend the calamari, and we both were excited to try it. I also chose the Fish and Chips as my entree, and my girlfriend chose the steak. Here is where things started going south. Unfortunately we never received our calamari... which I was very surprised seeing as she RECOMMENDED IT. When we were almost half way done our meals, she finally made an appearance. We reminded her she forget the calamari and she nonchalantly said "Oh sorry I forgot". Didn't even bother to rush an order for us, but instead just went back to her chatting and cellphone. At the end of the meal she jokingly said "how about that calamari for dessert". At this point we both just wanted to leave. We got our check and left. This is very disheartening because we have a place in Rehoboth Beach that we own and tend to frequent. Was hoping this would be one of our go to spots, but if that server is still there, then definitely not.

    (2)

  • Tom F.

    Collectively, we orderd Rockfish tacos, pretzel bites and a Salmon sandwich. Accompanied by a few of the exclusive brews, and a couple of flagship beers, the visit was an excellent experience and I look forward to hitting the brewery next time I'm in Delaware.

    (3)

  • David A.

    3.50 for a fresh as ever 60 minute IPA Is hard to beat. And it is pulling these three stars by itself. Service was good, too. So why the 3 stars? The crab cake was the worst I ever had, and I mean, we are directly next to the beach. I proceeded to come home and cook a crab cake to remember why I liked them afterwards. Yes, of course no brew pub will compare to a home cooked crab cake, but for $15 dollars, I want to taste crab, not a slew of sauces mixed with a ton of bread crumbs. It honestly felt like I was eating bread in between two slices of bread. There was hardly any crab. in this crab cake. Edit: 9-9-14: At first, I gave three starts but upon thinking of the crab cake the next day, and the price I paid, I must give 2. The crab cake was just That bad.

    (2)

  • Matt L.

    There are a lot of places to take a date or the family in RB but Dogfish Head always draws us back happily. No reservations, so got there 6ish on a Saturday night. 15 minute wait. (When we left around 7:30 the place was packed with a large crowd waiting outside, lesson learned). There's a side porch, a loud downstairs and a quieter upstairs. Get upstairs if you can. Was dining with my wifey and 2 daughters, 21 and 14. Had the Chickorey Beer - good dark tatse without being too overpowering, really nice finish. Daughter had Midas Touch, a bit sweet to my taste and watered down. Wifey had brown ale (just right of course). We all were hungry from the beach day and drifted to the angus beef burgers. So happy. Each one was done just right and had a great meaty taste to satisfy any carnivore. A bit smokey but just right. Fries - meh, need some salt or spice. Great food and beer, recommend highly.

    (4)

  • Lexi F.

    Come here every week for either burger night on Tuesdays or just out with friends and never disappointed. Love the atmosphere, prices, food, and service

    (5)

  • Laura F.

    I had previously been to another location and remember it being good so suggested we try this location. Four of the five of us ordered beer and they were all flavorful. Mine was the Indian Brown Ale and it was very tasty. My grandmother got a Manhattan and she said it was good (and she knows her Manhattans!). We shared a fried pickle for an appetizer. It was good. I ordered the roasted beef sandwich and it was pretty good, although the bread was a bit on the dry side. Fries were appropriately crispy. I also tried some of the crab cake and it was creamy & delicious. On the way out we stopped by the t-shirt stand and got some merchandise. The man at the register was very nice, funny, friendly, and helpful. If I were to only rate the food I would give it a 3/5 (pretty average, but great for the price), but the quality of the beer, service, and value for the price bring the rating to a 4/5.

    (4)

  • Judy B.

    Beer was good, food wasn't too bad ether.

    (4)

  • Melissa F.

    Yum! Yum! Yum!! We roadtripped the whole northeast and in my research I found Dogfish Head. I'd tried the beer years ago and knew we had to put it on the list of must do's. We weren't disappointed!!! The falafel was absolutely amazing!! The kids menu is all organic (love that). And of course the beer is pretty darn tasty too.

    (5)

  • Katrina C.

    We came here on a Friday night and were seated right away in the upstairs area. Our server was beyond friendly and personable and he helped us with recommendations for our meal. My boyfriend got the flip beer and really liked it, I got the hot apple cider, and if I didn't read the description and knew there was alcohol in it, I would never have known as you can't even taste it, I thoroughly enjoyed it! We each ordered a small salad, which were larger than we thought. Our entree was the simple enquiry pizza, which was a white pizza with homemade mozzarella, poached tomatoes, parmesan, garlic oil, and basil -it was cooked to perfection. The crust was perfectly crunchy, but not overcooked at all. Without a salad, the pizza would probably be good for a personal pizza, but having a salad, it was the perfect size to share. Our food came out quickly

    (5)

  • Alexandra H.

    Great beer, food & overall culture at dogfish head! Took the brewery tour the next day after dining and was happy to support such a wonderful craft brewery. Had "The Dogpile" aka spinach artichoke dip, wings and the Midas Touch beer= A+.

    (5)

  • Geo N.

    My go-to place for years. Friendly, tasty and fun whether with a crowd or solo at the bar, the variety of off-centered brews- 4 of which are always being tested on us Guinea pigs at the bar- always is a point of discussion. Sam's great attitude infuses the staff with just the right attitude. Food is good for bar food, but you come for the great hoppy beers, and good free music on weekend nights.

    (5)

  • Lora T.

    Amazing beers really great food. We got in right when they opened and it was immediate chaos everywhere. Our bartender (I think his name was Noah?) was running around like crazy. The service was incredible he was very attentive. I would definitely come back. We had the Alpine Idyll pizza and pretzel bites which were both very good.

    (5)

  • Clarence J.

    This Dogfish Head has an outstanding selection of their amazing beers, as well as a huge selection of Dogfish Head liquors, which I haven't seen elsewhere. The menu is also a decent size, although it seemed much smaller to me than the more chain-ish Dogfish Head Alehouses I've been to. Another difference is that this one has more of a dive-bar feel than the others. (NOT that that's a bad thing! It's simply a difference.) Regardless, the food's very good, as are the prices -- in the care of the beers, they are $5-6 for the most part. There're plenty of the friendly, welcoming, efficient staff members around to keep things moving despite any crowds. The restaurant has a long bar and two floors of dining space, with everything in basic wood furnishings. There are three small tvs over the bar; compared to a few other places in Rehoboth Beach, this probably isn't the spot to be if you want to keep an eye on multiple games . . . or even on one particular game if you can't settle into a bar seat hours in advance or it's not one of the three games that's chosen for showing. Also, while having regular live music in the open downstairs area is great, having it amped despite the fully open, solid-walled, relatively small space means that it's ridiculously loud. (And for the record, many more people commented on this during the two nights I visited. Of all ages . . . or at least that's what my aging mind remembers!)

    (3)

  • Hillary T.

    Only reason this is getting only 4 stars is because it was cold and our server wasn't that attentive but it was 11 pm. Also the honey Dijon truffle wings were awful. But our waitress comped the wings and brought me a salad even though the kitchen had closed for entrees. However, my crab corn chowder was phenomenal!! I wanted more! My boyfriend had one of the steaks and is a professional cook and was ranting and raving about how good his steak was. He said he could taste the wood it was smoked in. He took some of my soup and put it on his steak and that was amazing too... We didn't drink since we had an eventful night the evening before, but the servers seem very knowledgable about their brews! Definitely a place we will be going back to. And there was live music on a Saturday and very loud that we couldn't even hear the hostess on the first floor, but on the second the music was at the perfect volume.

    (4)

  • Maria M.

    After driving ~4hrs to DE from DC, my BF and I were itching for a few beers and some nom-tastic food. He recommended Dogfish Head, and I happily obliged. However, we were still an hour or so out once we had reached our dinner decision. Our boredom gave way, and I ended up downloading the menu and reading him the entire thing line by line (this is what happens when two food lovers go on a road trip together...) Once we arrived around 730pm, we were quickly seated at the high tops outside. He and I both loved the chill atmosphere of the place, and didn't mind sharing a long table with a few strangers. Our waitress, Star, was super sweet and attentive. She helped me pick two great beers - the Palo Santo Marron & the 75 Minute IPA. My BF and I went ham and split the following items: -Crab & Corn Chowder: So thick, so meaty, and so good! There are flavorful bits of bacon mixed into the soup which gives it a great smokey flavor. I definitely recommend getting a cup of this! -Namaste Chili Calamari: We order calamari anytime it's on the menu, and this was definitely one of our favorites! It was perfectly fried with a salty/spicy kick, and not at all chewy. It also came with an awesome chili sauce that we devoured. Yum! -Apline Idyll Pizza: The crust was very crunchy and made of corn rather than flour (I think), so it reminded me more of a pita chip than a cheese sponge. The ingredients sounded super tasty (mushrooms, chevre, balsamic, arugula, prosciutto) but it could have used more of a balsamic kick. The cheese was a bit overpowering. -Short Rib Sloppy Joe: Sweet and smokey shortrib. Simple, good, and no frills. It could have been a bit softer, but overall a tasty sandwich that I'd happily order again. After dinner, we bought a growler of the 75 Minute IPA, and a 6-pack each of the Indian Brown Ale and the Namaste. They also sell liquor, which I would have loved to try had I not just burned a hole in my wallet. Now I have a reason to come back!

    (4)

  • C H.

    Enjoyed several other Brew Houses so thought we would give this one a try. Food selection was limited and ordinary. Service was good despite the difficulty the servers had in getting to the tables with the bar crowd overflowing into the tables of diners.

    (3)

  • Scott J.

    If I died and went to heaven this is what it would look like. Sam would be St. Peter asking me what I did to belong inside, I would say "I belong here because I've attempted to drink every thing you ever made but you just kept making more!"

    (5)

  • Milan R.

    What can i say that hasn't been said already ? The parking situation sucks during peak season, the hostesses need to take up meditation or something to get off their cardboard faces and crack a smile once in a while. That apart Dogfish head brew and eat is a choice that you cannot go wrong with. And with the atlantic ocean 3 blocks down the street, Dogfish head has probably turned out to be the second most popular element of Rehoboth Beach,DE. Food : We tried the 'Dogpile', a veggie burger and a chicken breast burger. The dogpile is basically an oven baked pita plate with tons of cheese, artichoke and spinach spread and tomatoes. For $12, the quantity was sufficient to feed an army ! Crispy pita, flavorful artichoke spread and loads of melted cheese ! It was delicious even when microwaved the next day. The veggie burgers were as big as a labrador's head ! Usually, ordering a veggie burger means being served with a dry, weeks old frozen soy patty with no taste. But not here ! Dogfish head loves vegetarians ! The burger was juicy ( i finally know what my meat-eating friends mean when they describe a sandwich as "juicy!"), mild herbs and spices, soft and tender. The buns were moist,and the cheese top shelf ! Spouse got a chicken burger and was equally pleased with her breaded chicken breast with herbs. I tried a pint of 'My antonia' - a continuously hopped pilsner. Apart from the hoppy,floral and sweet honey smell, the taste was nothing to write home about. And probably the only down side about the entire dining experience, and ofcourse the rude hostess. **Serious TIP** : When i walked out of the restaurant, i found out that someone had hit the rear end of my parked car and had ran away. Upon inquiring with the meter-man, i found out there are atleast 2-3 such incidents every day on Rehoboth avenue alone during summer. And in almost all cases it is a hit-and-run. So now i am left with a damaged car which will cost me significant $$ to repair and higher premiums for no fault of mine. So if you are visiting Rehoboth Beach during summer, try and avoid the main avenue unless you want some jerk who cannot parallel park hit your car and run without leaving any details. There are ample parking available on cross roads, and $30 private parking for a full day. $30 seems a much better deal than getting your car wrecked !

    (4)

  • Chelsea R.

    "Go for the beer while your name is on a waiting list for dinner somewhere else." this is the advice we got from friends but we didn't listen. I did get an Iron horse, brew on tap yet to be bottled which was really good. However the food is completely disappointing. The battered pickle app was fairly good but the dipping sauce was way too strong to be paired with the already flavorful pickle. The crab and corn chowder was actually delicious, if I was to go back again I would order it. The crab cake burger was okay but not for the price it's sold at. I had the pub salad side which came out drenched in dressing, enough to pool at the bottom of the salad dish. The real issue was my dining partner's entree. He ordered fish and chips which came out with tiny inch long french fries that you couldn't pick up. They replaced them with slightly longer fries (2 inches or so) which still is a little strange. He finally bite into his fish and it was bitter. He asked for a medium temp. burger instead which they happily got for him except it came out extra well done. Fail. Our waitress was great but didn't even seem surprised at the quality of the food coming out of the kitchen. So the short of it: Take the advice we didn't , get a beer while waiting for your reservation elsewhere so you can enjoy your company and not be worrying about quality control issues.

    (2)

  • Pam Z.

    These guys really know how to throw a party! I came here for a private party pre-wedding celebration. The top floor was ours, which allowed for maximum socializing for the bride to be and the groom to be and their friends and family. Plenty of tables to spread out at and pool tables too! Service was amazingly quick and accurate considering there were 100+ people milling around! **Little known fact: Dogfish does stuff **besides** beer. My bf tried a couple of their spirits (vodka, rum) they distilled and really enjoyed them - plus they're the only distillery in Delaware. I stuck mostly to their awesome beers (yes, they only serve their own beers here you tools). I don't like hoppy IPAs, so I tried the seasonal Punkin Ale (a little odd, but not bad), Lawnmower (light with some flavor), the barleywine (sweet, heavy, yummy!). Also, their location makes this place very walkable to most of the local hotels. The groom cut everyone off at midnight (I think he had a set tab limit), so I'm not actually sure what the price range is like here. Will definitely try a bite to eat here next time I'm in Rehoboth!

    (5)

  • Autumn E.

    What an interesting place with a loaded menu, blending hops, food, and spirits! We visited here on a weekend, but around 7pm had a two hour wait. We finally got called in and were handed food menus, but when they waitress came back to take our orders she informed us that they just decided to close the kitchen because they had run out of too many options. This is unacceptable for a group that just waited two hours for a table. Thankfully, they thought so too. We were able to order almost everything we wanted, though the tasty sounding Dog Pile (artichoke dip) was not an option. :-/ We loved the tangy antelope sliders, and as a huge olive / pickled fan, their special hops pickle/olive combo was a great idea. The hummus could use more tahini, but the fried pickles were spot on. If you order the caesar salad they use a light anchovy dressing with your option to have actual anchovies on or off the salad. This is a great option for the picky caesar eater (I'm not one, though!) The variety of brews was of course wonderful, but my husband and I definitely favored the Vintage Fort (surprise!) It was perfectly aged and a real treat to share amongst the group. Interestingly, their menu is littered with local options with a twist. Their beef is fed their hops, and the special fish on the menu? Dogfish of course! We also tried some of their spirits, which were new to us! What a cool place with lots of tasting opportunities.

    (4)

  • Dustin O.

    Recently improved cuisine finally pairs well with the scintillating beer menu. Sitting at the outdoor pub tables under the the canopy of grape vines is a lovely way to spend an afternoon. Not a fan of the indoor area as its not particularly comfortable and its a bit clangey and noisey. The service is quirky yet attentive and the beer is truly iconic. Worth the visit but avoid peak times if you can...

    (4)

  • Tara S.

    First off, this is a review of the restaurant, NOT the deliciousness of Dogfish Head beer in general. (I like Dogfish Head beer just fine.) My friends love this place, so I end up here once a year or so, and I'm usually underwhelmed. On our most recent visit, we had a hell of a time just getting a table. We stopped by at 4:00 on a Sunday afternoon to see what the wait would be like for dinner. Since we were told it'd be 2-2.5 hours, we put our name in (they don't take reservations). 15 minutes later, they call and tell us our table is ready. Totally surprisingly, we were not interested in eating dinner at 4:15. It took far too long for the hostess to understand this, and we STILL had to hike back over to Dogfish Head and put our name in AGAIN for a table. If you can't estimate table availability even to the nearest hour or two, you should probably consider investing in a reservation system. The food is o-k, but there are almost no vegan options, which is a little surprising as I think of vegans & microbrews as going hand-in-hand. I'm told the (non-vegan) food pairs well with the beer selection, which is extensive. But it's often crowded and takes a long time to get your order. I'd rather eat dinner elsewhere and come here for drinks afterwards. There are better and more coordinated restaurants nearby.

    (3)

  • Jackie H.

    My girlfriends and I went to Dogfish Head for dinner this past Sunday. We like craft beers and wanted to try the seasonal Punkin Ale. So we called ahead and asked to make reservations. Now they don't do reservations so we were concerned we would have to wait. When we got there it looked super crowded, but we only waited about 35-40 minutes. We got a drink at the bar and waited. At the bar we got a mixture of beers and cocktails. I got the Palo Santa Marron which is an unfiltered, unfettered, unprecedented brown ale. It was thick and rich with a sweet caramel taste finish. It isn't my regular choice but I enjoyed it. It took me a while to finish. One of my friends got a Dark and Stormy which ended up being too sweet for her to enjoy. Once we got to our table we got our second drinks. I got the Punkin Ale which was light and freshing after the Palo. It was perfect for a warm end of summer early fall evening. We started dinner with the Pretzel appetizer and warm cheese sauce. It was good but nothing super special in my opinion. I got the Crab and Corn chowder which was creamy, sweet, and filled with crab. I loved, loved, loved that soup. For my entrée I got the Indulgence Burger. So let me start off by saying Oh Dogfish Head how does one take a onion ring and bacon and make it the deliciousness that I ate??? HOW??? It was to die for and I made sure to share the love with my fellow ladies. The burger it's self was very good. (Just slightly under cooked in my opinion, but I didn't mind.) The other ladies got Lamb Sliders, Pork Confit Sandwich, and The Wood Grilled Pub Steak. We were all very happy ladies by the end of consuming these dishes. The ladies raved about the dressing on the side salads they received with their meals so much they asked the waitress how it was made. Secrets, secrets but they did say it was a vinaigrette made with one of their beers. (Can't remember which one). We had a great experience at this restaurant and will return in the future to enjoy a wonderful meal the next time I'm near it. =)

    (4)

  • Berdi P P.

    If you enjoy IPA and average food, this is your place. If you love a cold lager and superb food, we have great other choices.

    (2)

  • Rochelle D.

    We had a couple of good experiences here. First, we were there for a group event which was held upstairs. There was buffet-style serving of appetizers and later a meat and veggie dish. Everything was tasty. The service during this event was awesome - the servers were super friendly and helpful, constantly checking if we needed more drinks or our plates cleared, and did not seem bothered at all by my one-year-old running around and sometimes getting in their way. One guy, who was probably a manager, took a lot of time talking to a few of us about the beers and bringing us multiple samples - you can tell they are very passionate about their brews, and it shows, everything definitely tasted better there from the tap than the bottles we've bought. If you are looking for a place to host an event, especially if there are beer lovers involved, I highly recommend it although as a guest I can't speak to their pricing, coordinator, etc. Later in the week, we went back for an early dinner/snack with the baby. He had the peanut butter and honey pizza, which he of course thoroughly enjoyed and made a huge mess out of. I appreciated that the crust was whole wheat and the PB seemed to be real PB and not sugar-laden cheapo spread. We also had the Dog Pile appetizer, pita wedges with artichoke dip and mozzarella. Yum! They lose a star because the waitress was not very good on that day and the service was pretty slow. Waiting around for each step of the meal while keeping a one year old entertained is not our favorite thing to do in restaurants. Plus she did not bring us the ice cream that I thought came with the kids meal. (Mommy and Daddy wanted their sweet treat!) Once again, the beer was great, really enjoyed a few of their more unique brews.

    (4)

  • Amie A.

    Took my husband for a surprise trip to Dogfish Head brewery and topped it off with a stop-off at the new pub. We got there early and had our choice of seats. Upon sitting, we were quickly greeted and served a "flight" of 6 beers that we got to choose ourselves. I really liked that as opposed to a pre-selected samplers choice. We went with 3 moderate and 3 heavier beers we'd not yet tried (Ryehoboth, Punjabi Export, Red and White, Chicory Stout, and Aprihop) . The only one we clearly said was just average was the Chicory Stout, oddly since we both like a strong beer. To us, it was too smokey. The Punjabi, Aprihop, and Ryehoboth were the standouts. The waitress came back to take the order and we never heard about any "specials" nor were we given a "specials" menu, if there were any, so we quickly ordered. For apps, hubby got Woodgrilled Wings and I got the Crab & Corn Chowder soup. Both were delish. Dinner was Raison D'Etre short ribs for him and Fish Tacos for me. Hubby was happy with his choice. I tasted the sauce and it was delish. My tacos, however, were pedestrian. To me, it looked like fish you'd buy already frozen and breaded - the kind we'd served at the hamburger joint I worked in when I was in high school - and slapped into a fajita and lathered with sauce. I'd made my own fish tacos from scratch twice this week and would have loved to run back into the kitchen to jot the recipe down for the chef. For dessert we selected the Warm Brownie Raison DEtre Sunday. Very tasty, although not absolutely amazing. Overall, the service was rather dry, the food was pretty good, and the beer was great.

    (4)

  • Brad S.

    I visited right after eating lunch, so I didn't eat, and my job prohibited me from drinking, but that doesn't mean I didn't go around to the side window and have my way with the 750ml bottles and a case of the Palo Santo Maron. Before I moved to the Sunflower State, I was a fan of DFH, but after living without it for a year (they don't distribute to Kansas), I realized this was probably my favorite brewery in the whole wide world. After spending a week in Delaware where any restaurant or bar worth their salt has at least a tap of 60 minute, I was sad to leave, but not before consuming a crapton of beer. I suppose this isn't a review of the restaurant so much as the brewery on the whole, but even if I would have eaten a meal the beer is so good that they could have pooped on a plate and I still would give the place five stars.

    (5)

  • Peter K.

    Go for the beer, not the food. Mostly meat options, but even the meat-eaters weren't too thrilled with their meals. But the beers-- about 10 seasonal brews on tap in addition to about 10 perennials. Not a huge fan of their IPAs, but found other Belgian-style beers that were really tasty. Friendly service.

    (3)

  • Matty H.

    The Beer is good, the Food is great and the service is excellent. Will be back to visit many more times...Get a burger if you go, you won't regret it.

    (4)

  • Michele J.

    Our experience was disappointing. My blueberry lemonade cocktail was poorly made and tasted terrible. I don't often send things back, but I did send the drink back. I ordered the mac and cheese. It seemed as though it had been sitting somewhere for quite a while. Some of the pasta was overcooked and some of it was appropriately cooked (in the same dish? what does that tell you?). The cheese was congealed on some of the pasta, but oily and separated on other parts of the dish. Finally, I saw the strangest thing while we were eating. I saw a server deliver lettuce and tomato to a table using nothing but her (gloved) hand. She carried it not on a plate, but in her hand. WEIRD. We're finished with Dogfish Head.

    (1)

  • Ian S.

    This is perhaps my fave place to eat in the world. The beers are superlative, the staff is amazing, and the food is fantastic. Desserts are great, bartenders are great, prices are great. Worth driving from wherever you are to go there, right now. You cant have a better dinner. If there is a wait, grab a beer or a few and chill. Your meal will be worth the wait. Highest possible recommendation.

    (5)

  • Mike H.

    Awesome beer, food, presentation, hospitality, and prices! A bit loud, but not excessively so. We were fine with a party of 5 plus a 3yr old in tow.

    (5)

  • Timothy W.

    Ended up here as part of the Rattle n' Hum DFH brewery tour. We had the upstairs all to ourselves and an open bar for 3 hours!! Since we had been drinking 60 Min. IPA for the entire bus ride down from NYC and then the samples at the brewery, by the time we made it to the brew pub we were really hungry and still a little bit thirsty. Our tour included some complementary app's, I think they had a spinach dip (which I would never eat because it has green stuff in it:-) and they had some pizza. Rather than try to load up on finger foods we just ordered off the regular menu. I had the Roast beef snagwich with horseradish sour cream. No complaints about the sandwich, it was very good. The hand cut fries were excellent as well (the highlight of the meal for me) they would probably be very good drenched in vinegar. Onto the beer... Instead of potentially wasting a pint of something that I might not like, I went with a sampling of some of the many DFH beers that I had never tried before. I had already had about a half dozen or so of the various DFH brews but there were some that were unique to the Brew Pub which I had not tried before. Noble Rot (part saison, part sour) wasn't bad Lawnmower (a recommended starter beer) was probably my least fave Barton Baton (English Ale \ IIPA) Awesome!! Sah' Tea (Ancient Ale series) Awesome!! Black & Blue (Fruit Beer) Awesome!! 75 Min Cask IPA - Very Good! Shelter Pale Ale - Very Good! We also enjoyed some Hellhound on my Ale on the bus ride down and it was very good as well. All in all a very good trip, I would definitely make a trip back here in the future. Just wish it was a little bit closer.

    (5)

  • Bill S.

    Great beer & Thursday pizza special? Could life get finer? Dogfish off season.... Check it out of you get the chance. Awesomeness with no crowds.

    (5)

  • Liz T.

    Personally, I'm not a big drinker, so going to breweries is always kind of "meh" for me. But Dogfish head actually has really great food alongside what I've been told is really great beer. A win-win for everyone! The seafood is actually really fresh and well-grilled. The french fries are classic belgian-style pub fries. It's also located super close to the boardwalk and beach. Great location, environment, service, and eats! Great times.

    (4)

  • A C.

    Had lunch here today with a coworker - Awesome Food and even more awesome Beer - Brought a smile to this traveling Northwestener!

    (5)

  • Amanda S.

    Really great beer. We went here for that and I am so glad we did! The best way to find what you like is to pick your own sampler. I also tried the cocktails. Nothing bad on that menu either!!

    (4)

  • Chadwick T.

    Ah...how do I love thee? Let me count the ways! I will paint a quick picture to help you appreciate my surprise. I'm in Rehobeth for a few days visiting family for the beach. As I am riding my bike along the main strip heading to the shore...tacky tourist traps, sushi (at the Delaware beach?), little shops that offer 9$ coffee and then BAM...DOGFISH sign. As I regain control of my bike after losing control from happiness and looking back I looped back. They weren't open yet, noon..."I'll be back for you" I thought to myself lovingly. You know what, I DID. Fast forward to noon. I walk in, already bustling with beach bums, tourists and locals alike, I knew it was going to be a good experience. Start with the bar, running almost the length of the restaurant and riddled with DogFish taps, some of which I had never heard of. Above the bar...the amazing "ChalkBoard" with the rare finds that are currently being offered. Not that I want to ruin the fun for you but I will give you an example as a spoiler... 2008 120 Minute IPA....ABV approx 20-22% I'm going to say that again, let that sink in. 2008 120 Minute IPA....ABV approx 20-22% Yeah, so just think about how great this place was! The beer doesn't need any validation from me. The reputation DogFish has is all they need. If you don't know it, climb out from under your Miller Lite rock and join the American Craft Beer scene! Let's talk food. Wow. Hand's down the best Fried Pickles ever! They serve it with a 60 Minute IPA spiked truffle mustard that is to die for. I'm telling you right now...just ask for extra the moment you order it. If you don't use it for the pickles, you can drink it all the same ;) The Rosemary Parmesan French Fries are a great carb fix and also get served with the 60 Minute IPA spiked truffle mustard AND a bacon mayo. Yeah, I just said that. The Calamari was good but so was everything. I have had good calamari but after some of the other dishes, this one fell into the back of my mind. Solid though all the same. I finished with the lump crab sandwich that was so fresh. Barely any filler and awesome price for the amount you get! Served on a nice roll and their signature remoulade sauce. Killer and a great beach sandwich! I can't say enough about how happy and excited I was to put this on my list of food/booze accomplishments. You guys do so many things right and I hope other restaurants and brewpubs are watching closely. We need more like you!!!

    (4)

  • Anna K.

    Food wasn't very tasty and everything was heavy and fried, but they do have a good beer selection and are very baby friendly so they get a extra star for that. If you're into an outback type experience, you will enjoy this place.

    (3)

  • A E.

    OK, I know this is heresy: I don't love Dogfish Head beer. It's good, but I don't know if it lives up to the lofty standards that were drummed up in advance. If you aren't crazy about the beer, you are not likely to be overimpressed. The food itself was pretty decent, if not particularly noticeable. One night I had the butterfish, which was surprisingly well balanced, but the vegetables they served with it didn't mesh well texturally. On another trip I had the "sloppy joe". The meat itself was nicely prepared, but there wasn't any textural element in the sandwhich which was strong enough to contrast with the meat. The roll as soggy and there wasn't nearly enough provided by the small amount fried scallions. My friends loved the place, and are itching to go back, and I'll join them, but I don't think this is the best dewey has to offer.

    (3)

  • Matthew B.

    Decided to go here for New Years Day late lunch, early dinner. Good thing we chose that time, because the effort to get seated may have precluded us staying otherwise. Our friends had gone here 5 years ago, and swore they'd never return as the service was so bad it made their "all-time F'd up list" . My pleading for a visit to "Beer Mecca" prevailed and we gave it a shot. Being in between major seating's gave us an advantage, and we were ensconced in a measly 30+ minutes. However, I was surprised to see us and others waiting while at least 5 -6 tables were clearly open. Perhaps the wait staff was short - ahh but I digress. If you like DogFish Head beer, the selection here is unparalleled. Crazy, inventive ideas combined with superb brewing skills equals a fun afternoon for the taste buds. The menu is pretty decent as well. Be forewarned -the main dishes are supersized: e.g., the fish and chips are easily enough for two. Looking around, other tables had similar sized platters for other entrees. Don't be shy about splitting a plate unless you are way hungry (and that's hard if your drinking the beer IMHO). Everyone agreed their meals were well executed. No complaints. If you can find a way to avoid the crowds, I'd definitely make this a stop while you're in RB. I'm not sure I'd wait crazy long to get a seat, but the beer is ou-lala good.

    (4)

  • Irena N.

    If you're a serious beer lover, you will love Dogfish Head. I am not much of a beer drinker (I like to stick to my Ukrainian roots! yeah vodka!) and even I thought the beer selection was freaking awesome. If, however, you are rather indifferent to beer, skip this place. The food and the service are just okay (and I'm being kind) and their house vodkas are nothing to write home about. I won't even mention how grungy the place is.

    (3)

  • Candace S.

    I have never left an establishment angry until tonight. After being told we would have a 25 min wait for a table (not bad on a Sat eve), we left after 50 min. Their techno-way of notifying guests by text when a table is available is a great mask for the way they handle guests. Having forgotten our cellphones, we stood by the hostess station and watched as tables of 3 or more were seated before deuces again and again, not to mention being overlooked in favor of couples who arrived 15 min after us, while we stood in plan view at least 3 times . Sure...take the tables with the larger checks, but know that it wasn't unnoticed as other guests wished us better luck as we headed to Dos Locos down the street. Thanks Dos Locos for a delicious dinner, good atmosphere and great customer service!

    (1)

  • Cheryl S.

    This place is about the beer. Oh, yah. Don't go for the food. But definitely go for the beer!

    (4)

  • Richard H.

    We went off season on a Saturday night, they said it would be a 40 minute wait and they were right to the minute. They take your cell number and text you when table is ready so we wandered up the high street and the time passed presently as it's a cute town. I would certainly give this place 5 stars but for a couple of gripes on the food side. I'll say that the food is underwhelming. ..not bad but nothing too write home about, I ordered the short rib sloppy Joe which was nearly all sauce. .. Very light on the actual short ribs. My wife had the steak which was very small. Fries were great and I have to say the sloppy Joe sweet chile sauce was fantastic! I'm thinking that people don't come for the food though, for me it's all about the beer. By far my favorite beer is anything made by these folks! So coming here I was like a five year old in a candy store. .. We passed some of the wait time by me buying take out beers from their shop as there are many that I can't buy where I live. ..a solid choice of at last 20 different beers. I like a variety so I went for a sampler. Our waiter Ren (sp?) was very knowledgeable and I ordered a couple of his suggestions as he described them very well. If you're the Bud Light type this will blow your mind - free yourself and order what sounds weird, it's only 4 ounces at a time and your pallet will thank you. Maybe you'll quit drinking that recycled urine. Who knows? After the sampler I went for a cask conditioned ale; their Dogfish Head 75 which was spectacular. Quite simply one of the best pints I've ever quaffed. So in conclusion delicious beer , great service, food? Meh.

    (4)

  • Kate N.

    We recently visited the Brewpub to celebrate a friend's birthday. *Note: We visited in the middle of the winter, so the crowd was totally manageable* The selection of Dogfish's fabulous craft spread is of course ideal. We happened to stop in after the Noble Rot was released; I like. The ability to get 120 on tap is great. Our service was a bit slow, but I was happy with the menu options. Plenty to choose from, whether or not you eat meat. The fried pickles are a plus, and the parmesan fries are a great (big) appetizer. I enjoyed the salmon sandwich. Thumbs up!

    (4)

  • Mike S.

    We just went to the brewery today and decided to follow-up with a trip to their pub on the way to our hotel. The beers were excellent as expected, but the food was really a step above standard bar fare. My crab cake was generously sized and was mostly crab. No complaints there. My wife's meatloaf sandwich was excellent as well. Can't wait to go back,.

    (5)

  • Sarah S.

    Go for the beer but not the food. We live by an ale house which has far superior pub food. The menu here is just stuffy and I realize its hard not to be a seafood place at the beach but some well done pub food would be much more appreciated. Even my 2 year prefers the marinara at the ale house to here. How is that possible? Cask 75 always good. Why no growlers?

    (3)

  • Cesar P.

    We came here after visiting the Dogfish Head Brewery, lured by the talk of exclusive beers that they do only for the brew club, a testing ground to see if they take that particular recipe to the general public for consumption. It's a plus, but I wish they gave us a way to rate these beers, allow us to give us feedback. We came in on a Saturday night in the winter and it was packed; we were told a 45 minute wait (I'd hate to see how bad it is during beach season). Unfortunately the hostess screwed up my wife's cell phone number (they send you a text when your table is ready, no "alert coasters" as I like to call 'em) so we actually waited an hour. Thankfully there was space at the bar so we could continue our buzz from the Brewery. The food here is pretty good. The fried calamari were excellent (not rubbery or hard to eat) and I had the fish and chips, which was huge and very very tasty. They also allow you to do samplers of any of the beers, which is a plus. We had pretty good service from our waitress, very friendly and attentive. The hostesses though need help; besides the screw-up mentioned above, the upstairs hostess was less than friendly when we showed up, acting as if we'd inconvenienced her. If you've been to one of the Dogfish Head pubs in the D.C. area (OK, they might be elsewhere, but I only know the D.C. ones), it's a different experience coming here. It's the same great beers (minus the test batches), but it's a different vibe. I've been to the Gaithersburg and Seven Corners Dogfish Heads, and they're more "chainy", more "sports bar-y" than this place. I'd say it's worth at least one visit to this flagship pub, particularly for the test beers.

    (4)

  • AJ T.

    What can you say about Dogfish? The BEER! Amazing beer choices here, it's cool to see and try brews that aren't mass produced and shipped around the country. Got a sampler of about 5 different beers and loved every single one, as did my girlfriend. The food was decent, we ordered a pizza to split and didn't realize how small they were but it was fine as we weren't really sitting down to eat dinner. I'd go back in a heartbeat for the happy hour specials and microbrews they produce here (try the Etrusca!).

    (4)

  • Crystal H.

    The brewery exclusive beers are enough to get you here. The food is pretty darn good too. Tax free beer to go as well. Worth the trip.

    (4)

  • Fatima B.

    Went on a quick two-day trip to Rehoboth Beach with my husband and we went here twice it was so good. Very good food with Dogfish Head beers on tap that I cannot find easily in New York. Just be careful when ordering the Dogpile. While it is quite possibly the most delicious thing on the menu, it is also double the size of my head. I couldn't eat dinner after sharing this appetizer with my husband for lunch. Another piece of advice is to ask the bartender or waiter on what's on their "Secret Stash". That is, if you're really a fan of Dogfish Head beers. They have limited edition bottles that rotate based on availability. We wound up purchasing a 5-year old bottle of Worldwide Stout and while those particular beers are pricey, beer enthusiasts would pay the price to take that bottle home.

    (5)

  • Kathleen L.

    A really great place if you love Dogfish Head beers- my husband does, I do not. Great selection, although the three or four times I have been there they have run out of the types I wanted to try. The food is another story. It is terrible. Lackluster, unimaginative, and lower quality than any run of the mills Applebees or other chain restaurant eats. It is so sad because the beer and hand made spirits are so delicious. My advice? Have a few brews here, then head next door to Finbar. They have an extensive beer list, domestic, craft, imported, many selections on tap, and the food is some of the best at the beach.

    (3)

  • Bill C.

    My experience was more bad then good. Beer was good, no head on either beer I got but it was tasty. Two appetizers: lamb empanada which for $7 we got one tiny empanada which was very fatty. Waste of money. $7 for short rib cheese fries which could have fed four people and was good, but very salty. Our waitress Olivia was very good. No problem with service. She recommended the salmon sandwich which was very good, but also came with fries, and after the rib cheese fries we were "fried out" Was looking forward to eating here for over a year. A gentleman in front of us said we were in for a great treat just to eat here. So expectations were high and fell very short. We ate outside to avoid a 20 minute wait and outside was muggy (one fan) and lots of flies. Also the men's room had just one urinal and that was out of order and a toilet that looked like it hadn't been flushed in an hour. This for a beer restaurant with over one hundred diners. I saw one review saying this is the best brewery restaurant on the East coast. I have been to three better just in Pa, Victory in West Chester, Troegs in Hershey, and Yards in Philly. I could add Triumph to that as well. Very disappointing.

    (2)

  • Angela E.

    We finally made it here and they did not dissappoint. Worth every dime it cost to take the ferry from Cape May and a cab from Lewes to Rehobeth! The place was packed and it was the middle of January, so I can't even imagine what it's like in the middle of the summer. We knew we were going to be there for a while, so we scored seats at the bar and ordered our first of seriously delicious beers while spacing out our food orders. The food was great, too! We started with the Spiced Fried Buttermilk Calamari with banana peppers and Cajun spices and followed it with the flatbread pizza, Alpine Idyll, with white truffle oil, sauted mushrooms, prosciutto, Firefly Farms fresh goat cheese, arugula, and a balsamic reduction drizzle. So good!! The bartenders were personable and knowledgeable about their beers. Also, who knew Dogfish made liquors, too?! I do now! Special Note: There's a pinball machine upstairs but the magnets are super strong so don't worry, you're not drunk, it's just a shoddy machine.

    (5)

  • Derek O.

    Many of the beers are fantastic (some of the experiments - not as fantastic). I love that you can take out beer and liquor right outside the restaurant. The food is very good and the service has always been attentive and friendly. I make it a point of hitting up the Dogfish anytime I'm anywhere near the beach.

    (5)

  • Larry V.

    Awesome place. Very good food and choice. I get to the region once or twice a year and I always head to the DFHAH. I'm a distant Mug Clubber and really go there for the beers.

    (5)

  • Alex S.

    The food listing is the basic bar offeriing with modifications to try and make it unique. At the end of it all the taste and delivery of the food is, meh. If you like Dogfish beer certainly stop by this place, but do not be prepared to be blown away by the food. The description of the food is better than the actual delivery of the food.

    (2)

  • Shane C.

    We've made the trip to Rehoboth from DC for my birthday twice now. Absolutely love this place. Of course the main reason we go is for the beer -- you get to sample all of the fun stuff that never makes it to taps anywhere else, and some that doesn't even get out of the town in bottles -- but the food isn't bad either. Don't miss items: Dogpile (fried pita bread with all kinds of goodness on top), burger, fried pickles, the hop machine thing that comes out on Fridays and all of the delicious seasonal offerings. Don't pay attention to the haters. This place is crowded because it's fantastic. Sometimes you have to put up with minor inconveniences when you want to taste some of the finest beer in the states!

    (5)

  • Sarah B.

    The beer is so yummy! I had a flight with Hot Tart, Cask 75, Red and White, Tweason, and Firefly. Service was fast and friendly, and they brought out water for our puppy. Winning all around! :-)

    (5)

  • Chris K.

    A great environment with amazing beer. Visiting the brewery in Lewes is a must

    (4)

  • Kristin B.

    Friendly vibe, and obviously great beers. Try their distilled spirits - they make them in house and MAN they pack a punch! The marshmallow makes a mean s'mores martini. They also have ales specifically brewed for the restaurant that are not available anywhere else. A place you should definitely visit!

    (4)

  • Valarie G.

    I love the beers - please come and appreciate them. Do not come and order a bud light. Dogfish Head Brews are different from the norm - always pushing the limits. It is amazing. The food is good, burgers and pizza, etc. Don't expect to eat healthy though. Even the salads are swimming in dressing. Just accept it's a deep friend food/ beer place and give in and enjoy.

    (4)

  • David L.

    Beer is what Dogfish head beer always is - average, and some cases, too weird to even enjoy. Service was slow despite the place being pretty empty. Only ordered the calamari to eat - it was cold and rubbery - not crisp at all.

    (3)

  • James J P.

    Had dinner here yesterday with friends after visiting the Dogfish Head Brewery in Milton. They have great beer which should go without saying since they were the first craft brewery in DE. I had beer samplings at the Milton site and ordered Namaste on tap which is a very light citrus flavored brew and is excellent. My friends are not beer drinkers so they had wine or spirits. The atmosphere is good, its a large open space with a large bar area, we were there early about 4p so we were seated immediately and the place was about 1/3 full. The service was very good, we had lamb sliders and the dog pile for appetizer's. The sliders were very dry and did not taste like lamb at all, could have been beef as it had no distinct flavor, the bun was too big and was flavorless. My friends enjoyed the dog pile, a very large kind of pizza/artichoke dip over pita chips. I had the 24 hour pork confit which came with fries, again the bun was too big and flavorless which made the sandwich too dry without the pepper cheese dressing which I asked for on the side. When I added the dressing it really perked up the flavor but a bit spicy for me, the broccoli rabe on the sandwich was also flavorless. My friends had soups and salmon sandwich's and one had a burger, they all came with fries. The portions were large with the same oversized buns but the food is just ok, not great. The general consensus was that we would not return as there are much better options for great food in the area but for beer drinkers who want some ok bar food this is the place.

    (2)

  • Meghan F.

    Amazing. Made our trip! Be sure to ask what is on tap through "randy"

    (5)

  • Casey C.

    Great beer, pretty good food. Love being able to try the Brewpub exclusives are always unique and fun to try. Also a good place to fill your growler, looks like most are around $8-11 right now, so not a bad deal.

    (5)

  • Stacia R.

    I have eaten at Dogfish many times and have always had a positive experience. Unfortunately, tonight this was not the case. I lost my bag at the restaurant. As soon as I realized that it was missing I called Dogfish to see if they had found it. The hostess who answered the phone could not care in the least. She asked for my number and said she would call me back. She called me back immediately and said they could not find it and hung up the phone on me. I called back and asked her to look for it again. She said that they had looked for it and now they were busy and she did not have time to talk to me. As a dogfish employee I would have expected her to say something like..." I am so sorry we can't find it and if we do find your bag we will call you back right away, what's your number again so I am sure that I have it". A little empathy would have been nice. So my husband drove out there and apparently they just "found" my bag. I don't even think they looked for it the first time. I am really disappointed in the staff , especially the hostess that I talked to over the phone. I would expect Dogfish to hire friendly people. I have no intention of going back anytime soon.

    (1)

  • Matthew B.

    Dogfish Head's quirky attitude toward beers applied to a bar / restaurant. It doesn't get much better than this. If you're a big fan of their beer and haven't tried all the ones you've been lusting after, grab one of their samplers. 5 4oz beers - priced according to the beers you choose.

    (5)

  • Juliet B.

    If you want to enjoy beer, go here...They do sample platters so you can taste away. Excellent food pairings. They craft spirits as well, I took home a bottle of delicious gin. Excellent schwag in the retain area. If you are anywhere NEAR this area, please stop here so you can taste the sweet sweet dogfish nectar. cheers

    (5)

  • Jim L.

    Undercooked wood grilled chicken and the horrifically pretentious beer recipes make a for an average experience. This place is trying too hard to be unique. Service was decent.

    (2)

  • leah c.

    Yum!!! Food and brew - delish!

    (5)

  • David L.

    In celebration of being offered--and, of course, accepting--the exact job position I wanted with the exact organization for which I wanted to work: ROAD TRIP! My two friends (James and Max) asked where I wanted to go -- they suggested Virginia, South Carolina, Maryland -- I really don't know the East Coast other than New England, so I said "do you know where Reboboth is? There's a brewery there I'm dying to experience." So, there we have it, to appease my almost violent jubilation and ecstatic enthusiasm, it was agreed that we'd make the four-hour trek JUST for dinner and drinks at Dogfish Head -- everything else we'd play by ear: where to stay, how long we're staying, where else to eat and drink... "It better be worth it, David." AND HOW! Meal #1: Dinner, Friday: I started out with a pint of 90 Minute Indian Pale Ale, and then another while waiting for my "Indulgence Burger" (it comes with an onion ring, melted cheddar, and bacon crumbles -- I ordered it medium rare, on a rosemary focaccia roll) and french fries, and then another to help me digest it until I made up my mind which spirits I wanted to try (from their selection I chose Jin, Vodka, Brown Honey Rum, and Mango Vodka)... Our table split the Warm Crab Dip (which comes with pita chips and baguette slices) and the Chesapeake Pizza (which comes with crab meat, asparagus, tomatoes, and basil)... One of my friends had a couple pints of Raison D'Etra (at my insistent, perhaps oppressive recommendations) and a flight of spirits and the Wood-grilled Rockfish (which comes topped with sun-dried tomatoes and bacon), and my other friend had a few pints of Shelter Pale Ale then got the Fish & Chips and was so absolutely blown away by it that he wouldn't shut-up about it the whole night... We all agreed that it'd be a great idea to come back for lunch the following day. Meal #2: Lunch, Saturday: I ordered the Fish & Chips (but with onion rings instead of fries), and I'll be a monkey's uncle if these weren't the best damn Fish & Chips I've ever had -- there were two HUGE extremely moist and delicate filets of Pollack in the most delicious batter I've come across in ages -- and, as a connoisseur of onion rings, these really were superb and superior, dipped in (by special request) the house-made "Palo Santo Marron BBQ Sauce" I was in absolute heaven -- I washed these down with a few pints of Palo Santo Marron (which is a phenomenal beer), and then ended the meal with a flight of spirits (Belgian Dark Chocolate Vodka, Wit Spiced Rum, Jin, Vodka)... The table shared grilled chicken wings and the smoked chicken quesadilla, both of which were wonderfully indulgent... One of my friends had a few pints of Shelter Pale Ale and ordered the Roast Beef Sandwich (which comes with an outstanding pickle and some incredible horseradish chive sour cream), and the other friend had a few Punkin' Ales and got the Jumbo Lump-Crab Cakes which were given rave reviews... All three of us, once again, were so excited about our meals, so completely satiated, we decided to come back later for dinner -- it was just that good! Meal # 3: Dinner, Saturday: I got the Palo Santo Marron BBQ Sauce Marinated BBQ 1/2 Rack of Ribs with Cole Slaw and Waffle Fries (dipped in their home-made Remoulade, by special request) -- I washed these down with a few pints of Midas Touch (MMM)... Everyone at the table shared the spicy-buttermilk fried-calamari and "The Sea Change" pizza (which comes with shrimp, feta cheese, spinach, and tomatoes) -- nice & tasty... One friend had a couple Palo Santo Marrons and got the Salmon Sandwich, the other friend had a few Shelter Pale Ales and got the Corn and Crab Chowder... Once again, we were all super happy with our meals and drinks, so, why the hell not, let's come back for lunch tomorrow (our last meal in town before heading back home). Meal # 4: Lunch, Sunday: I got the pub salad and the "Land and Sea" soup (which comes with andouille sausage, crawfish, tasso ham, and shrimp), to drink I asked for "as many flights as it takes to have one of every beer on tap" because what the heck, I wanted to have officially eaten and drank entirely everything on the menu... One of my friends got the Viener Schnitzel sandwich which came with some great red cabbage, he ordered some beers but I don't remember what, and my other friend got the tuna steak sandwich and a side order of onion rings, I don't remember which beers he enjoyed, but they also had some cocktails made from the house-distilled spirits. By the time the three of us pretty much literally rolled out of town, heading back home, we were pretty much numb -- just like how I am right now, trying to remember every sensation and selection... But, honestly, we all had the eating and drinking time of our lives... I brought home two bottles of booze, some stickers, and some beer coasters -- last night my roommate and I enjoyed some of the Wit Spiced Rum, and as I write this we're enjoying some of the Jin... I LOVE IT HERE!

    (5)

  • Mike R.

    Beer infused sausage need i say more?

    (5)

  • Steve I.

    We visit once every year on our vacation, and this place never disappoints. Came this time with a large group and several small children and went upstairs for the first time. The kids could be kids upstairs and our server was very accommodating to them. The food as always was good, but we come to sample the excellent beers. Love the pumpkin beer which is only available in the fall.

    (4)

  • Brendan M.

    I'd give Dogfish 5 stars just for their beer. It's my favorite craft brewery, I drink it all year round since it's distributed so nicely, and yet when we visit the Rehoboth location, I fall in love with the beer all over again. If they have the 75-min IPA on cask, don't look for anything else, just order it and enjoy beer heaven. If they don't have it, not to worry, because you won't be disappointed by any of the other 12+ delicious brews available. As for the food, it's pretty good too, an easy 4 stars. Burgers, seafood, pizza, all done very well. In particular, the crabcake sandwich is very fresh and tasty. You may be tempted to walk down to the boardwalk for ice cream, but they even have great desserts here, and are worth a try at least one time. I don't think you can make a reservation here, and most of the time (no matter day/time) you will have a little wait to get a table, but it's never too bad, and well worth it! If you're heading back north afterwards, stop at the new brewery in Milford for the free tour. You will need a reservation for that, however.

    (5)

  • Cin S.

    Great atmosphere and service. Killer burgers. Beer off the chain. An area fav.

    (4)

  • Brian G.

    Every year my wife and I make the yearly trip down to Dogfish. Each time bringing a new group of friends. No one ever leaves disappointed. I can't say I have had a bad experience here. We bring our dog just about everywhere with us and we have found the folks at Dogfish to be extremely accommodating when we bring our pooch. This past trip the outdoor seating was reserved for a private Dogfish event. Instead of telling our party that they couldn't help us out they made arrangements that enabled us to sit outside. And this isn't the first time they have done this! The wood grilled pizza's are always a favorite of mine. This year I had one with lump crab that was cooked perfectly with loads of flavor! The Namaste Chili Calamari was as good as anything I have had in New England and the Braised Beef Empanada hit the spot. I just wish it was a little bigger! The food is solid and the beer speaks for it's self. The only reason I go with a 4/5 is the service inside has been spotty which is strange because the folks outside are fantastic. I highly recommend this place. It's a must visit for any craft beer fan.

    (4)

  • Bryce B.

    I made a special trip to Rehoboth Beach with some colleagues on a recent visit to the East Coast. The expressed purpose of this trip was to visit the Dogfish Head brewpub, as well as the production brewery in Milton. We even stayed at the hotel right next door to ensure the best possible proximity to the pub. For those that are unaware, Dogfish Head is one of the fastest growing craft brewers in the country, consistently turning out amazingly high-quality beer. Their experimentation knows no bounds, as they have been known to try anything (the most recent experimental is a beer made with cocoa and chile). During the 1 1/2 days spent in Rehoboth Beach, we ate 3 meals at the brewpub. The quality of the food was consistently good. I had (in order) the Indulgence burger (dinner), Caesar salad with grilled chicken and potato and bacon soup (lunch) and a grilled chicken and pesto pizza (dinner). While quality was not an issue, I felt that selection was limited in scope. Aside from any specials on a given night, there are only 4 entree dishes, all of the seafood. Granted, this makes sense considering the proximity to the ocean. However, it would have been nice if there were a beef/pork/chicken option available. But, come on, the real reason to come here is for the beer. You never know what kind of special, brewpub exclusives will be available. When we were there, not only did they just crack open a cask conditioned 75 Minute IPA (a blend of their 60 and 90 Minute IPAs, aged in a cask and pump served by hand), they also had a special black IPA, which looked like a stout but tasted like an IPA with more pronounced malt overtones. The second day we went, they broke out the Randall. This is a 3 foot tall device fashioned out of the body of a water filtration system. Stuffed into it are loads of dry hop buds. Beer (in this case, 90 Minute IPA) is run through it for an extra blast of hop flavor and aroma. The result is pretty amazing indeed, but only works well with higher alcohol beers that can effectively strip away the hop oils into the glass. This was a wonderful experience, made even more so by meeting Sam Calagione (owner of DFH), who gave us a couple bottles of vintage Raison D'Extra and Olde School barleywine. Next time we go, samplings of DFH's distilled products (vodka, gin and rum) will be tried.

    (5)

  • Karen L.

    Dogfish has jumped the shark. I could not believe the lines of fat tourists on a Tuesday night. It was like Disneyworld, in more ways than one: e.g. the menu reminds you to visit their "Merch Store." The hostesses could use some attitude readjustments. Is this really who they want greeting the public? Eye-rolling ennui is not very welcoming. In addition, they underestimated the wait by 20 minutes, but by that time we'd sunk so much time into waiting that we decided to go all in. This is NOT worth a 60-minute wait. You know, this used to be a decent restaurant: I don't recall sending back entrees to be cooked properly, or settling on my 3rd choice of beers because they were out of so many, but most of all I don't remember sullen staff or a freakin' "Merch Store," where they're more interested in selling their brand than running a solid brewery/restaurant.

    (2)

  • Dennis L.

    There is no question that the beer here is second to none. I enjoyed the fact that everyone else there seems just as passionate about their beer as I am, and rightly so. The burgers aren't bad and the menu was even able to please my picky vegetarian girlfriend as well. We both left full and tipsy. Prices are reasonable as well!!

    (4)

  • Caitlyn D.

    A resounding 'fine'. This place gets a lot of business because of the buyup/publicity around Dogfish Head Brewing, which I hope consumers realize is not the be-all end-all of craft beer by a long shot. But I digress. The atmosphere is incredibly loud and crazy. I was seated in the upstairs room, which is something akin to a nautical-themed cafeteria. Not in a good way. Their beer is nice, if gimmicky. I had a Midas Touch (great summer beer! Yummy grapey aftertaste! like beer and white wine in one glass!), a Zeno (nice floral, not a lot else going on), and some of a Palo Santo Marron (wow. wow. Killer beer. I love anything dark and malty and this was pretty much the epitome of that. On the other hand, other breweries make similar beers that are close to this good). The food is incredibly meh. My crab cake sandwich was so forgettable, except for the dill dressing they gave me, which was tasty. But dill dressing does not a crab cake sandwich make. I suspect they will never improve their food, as they can get away with meh food since they have such a crazy beer list. Try again, Dogfish Head.

    (2)

  • Michael C.

    Awesome place! Such a great casual place to drink away the afternoon. The food was surprisingly good. I had a tasty burger and we ordered a bunch of apps. Great prices and we definitely left full and totally satisfied. And after trying a bunch of different beers (Limited releases like Bitches Brew, Theobroma or the Standards like 60 min and 90 min) I couldn't pick a favorite. It's a place I must stop any time I'm in the area (which isn't often).

    (4)

  • Jennifer R.

    The wait was ridiculous... an hour for 2 people, on a Monday night. But it seems to be a popular tourist destination. The hostesses all seemed to have attitude problems and couldn't have been more disinterested if they tried. However, our server was very nice and efficient. The whole time we were there, I wondered why they didn't have a buzzer system to tell you when your table is ready. For a place that seems to be consistently swamped, it seems counter-intuitive to have your rude hostesses walk all through the dining room and outdoor area, calling out, "Joe, party of 4!" I guess if that was my job, I'd be kind of cranky, too. The beer and other mixed drinks were wonderful, of course. The food was average. I had fish tacos, which were nothing special. The fish was very fishy-tasting, and there was only one small piece inside each taco (two tacos total.) My husband had a crab cake, which he said was "okay." The tables are squished very close together, and it's impossible not to bump or be bumped during your meal. As far as the "merch store," even that service was iffy. The cashier left out the credit card slip from the customer before us, and he never did move it even when he appeared to be looking right at it. This "merch store" also serves as the pickup window for take-out orders. An employee picked up a box of food from under the counter, called out a name, and when the customer stepped up to get it he asked how long it had been sitting behind the counter since he had been waiting for quite a long time. The employee's only response was, "Dude, I don't know" before he went back inside. Overall, great beer; otherwise, mediocre at best.

    (2)

  • RINNA L.

    If I was writing this for Dogfish Head beer this would be a 5 star review. The restaurant on the other hand is not five stars. The beer is of course awesome - it's Dogfish! The waiter/waitresses are, for some incomprehensible reason, not knowledgeable about beer. They had some items on their menu that I hadn't heard of before and when I asked about it, our waitress said that she hadn't tried it and didn't really like beer. WTF?!?! The food is non-memorable. It's not bad, it's not great. I'm sure there are better restaurants in Rehoboth. I really think this place is more of a tourist attraction than anything else and the waiters are obviously fed up with the tourists. Maybe in the off season this place would be better. One thing to note: they sell and fill growlers. This is awesome. The growlers themselves are cheap and the beer is, of course, awesome. This is the one plus of this place. my advice: get a growler and get your food and attitude somewhere else.

    (3)

  • Doreen W.

    Went there for dinner while we are staying in Bethany beach this summer. My son-in-law wanted to go there for his birthday dinner. It was awful, the food was terrible and very over priced for the quality. We ordered 2 childrens orders of pasta which was large shells with cheese for $7.50. Tell me how you can mess up butter & pasta, well they did. My grandchildren would not even eat it. As we waited for an hour to get in a lady came out of The restaurant next door advised us to eat there, she said the food was better and we would be sorry. Oh my we should have listened to her. Stick to beer Dogfish that is the only thing you do well.

    (1)

  • Chelsea P.

    Ok, so there are several layers to my review of Dogfish. Let's begin. First and foremost, let's obviously start with the BEER. First tried the sampler and enjoyed all of the beer! AMAZING. I unfortunately did not try the straight up vodka they also make but did have a sip of my friend's peanut butter martini made with their peanut butter vodka. Delicious! Then I ordered a nice big glass of their gluten-free strawberry beer which was fantastic. Overall, give the beer a 4.5. Food was pretty good for the most part. The fried pickles were delightful. I was expecting pickle chips, but they come as the entire pickle- fried! with a tangy type of mustard sauce drizzled on top. I ordered fries and burger for my entree. The fries were to die for - crispy, thin, and not too greasy. The burger was lacking in flavor unfortunately. Overall I give the food a 3. Last but not least, the terrible service :-( After waiting an hour, we were finally seated. After waiting about 15 mins at our table (with a cranky 2 year old who was ready to eat), our server came by and told us to hang on because another table needed their checks. Apparently their computers were down and not accepting credit cards, so the place was a madhouse. We finally received our drinks and were ready to order right away. My friend requested that her 2 yr old get his meal (a hot dog) first if it was ready before our meal. The server said sure. After about another hour, we got our meals from kitchen wait staff. BUT only half the meals came out. They came out in 3 different spurts, and the child's was the last to come out. Half of us were done eating before the other half even got their meals. The server did not seem too concerned or apologetic about our apparent displeasure with what was going on. When the manager came by, we alerted him of the issue and he gave us the meals for free that came out late and free drinks. A nice gesture, yes. When our bills finally came out (after the waitress told us to "hang on" because another table needed their drink orders --- hmm that was us 2 hrs ago), nothing was deducted. Again, no apology, she just said "oops must not have gone through." Wait again. FINALLY the bills came out right. On our way down the stairs, we passed the server who did not even make eye contact with us, apologize, or say goodbye as we left. UGH. One star for service. Best bet- sit at the bar, drink good beer, and order fried pickles if you must.

    (3)

  • Brianne C.

    Every beautiful beer brewed at Dogfish is available here, even the luscious seasonal brews. And the rosemary parmesan fries are irresistible, especially when paired with the brown mustard laced with truffle oil. But the majority of the food is underwhelming, which is strange considering the wood-burning oven used for many of the dishes and the thoughtful composition. It's very nice for a couple of pints and a snack, but did not deliver the elevated brewpub experience you expect from Dogfish.

    (3)

  • Trang N.

    Dogfish Head should stick to what they know and it's certainly NOT food or service! We came here on Sunday night ready to sample some beers and grab some eats! We headed up the lounge area and decided that we would eat up there versus the main dining room downstairs. The Order App- Hummus Platter-- oops, our waitress told us 20 minutes AFTER we ordered that they were all out of it. Substitute buffalo wings! Entrees- I had the crab cake dinner, with mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli Husband had the salmon, rice pilaf and fries (double starch!) After 40 minute, we realized the table of 10 and another table of 4 that came in after us, were getting their food, I flagged the waitress down and informed her what I had observed. She stated that they came in before us, and I firmly replied that she was wrong (after all, I was longing for any morsel of food, while slurping my empty glass of water) She reappeared 10 MINUTES later and said that the kitchen was backed up and our food would be out shortly, that's funny, it seems that it wasn't backed up for any of the other tables, I must have STUPID across my forehead.... but whatever, with great surprise the wings were a delightful crispy with the perfect amount of heat. Then our entrees came flying out to the table, again, my order was wrong!! (I'm having a heck of a time with Delaware and botching my orders up!) I informed the food runner that I had ordered the mashed potatoes, she apologized and asked, didn't the waitress tell you we ran out? Of course you did, and no she did not because I wouldn't not have mentioned my missing mashed potatoes. Sometime later, the waitress checked on us, and apologized for the wait. I informed her that she failed to mention that they were out of mashed potatoes! All it got was an oops! OIY, really? I'm not going to blame a server if the kitchen is backed up, but if you aren't able to see that we have been sitting at a table for 40 minutes, or that you ran out of things, YES, I DO BLAME YOU!! Do your job! Take the order, get it right, and don't make us wait! Ok,enough about the lackluster service, onto the food! My Crab Cakes were PURE FILLER!! How is this seriously possible, WE ARE AT THE SHORE!! I can't get lump crab meat? I should have raided some crab traps before I came! My mashed potatoes.... I mean rice, pilaf was undercooked and under seasoned. Husband liked his salmon and french fries, the filet was tender and flavorful and the fries were crispy crunchy! The Beer selection was awesome, when at a brewery, invest in the liquid diet. DRINK THE BEER!! GENIUS! Problem solved! Why didn't we think of that earlier?!

    (1)

  • Steve W.

    I had held off going here based on the fact the place was always so busy but had an opportunity to have a late lunch here on a weekday. I was very pleasantly surprised by the food. I had drank a wide variety of thier beers over the years and was a fan so knew what to expect however the meal was nearly on par. The stand out menu item that I was most impressed with was the corn and crab chowder. I can't say enough good thing sabout. The restaurant itself was rustic and service was friendly and quick. The prices were reasonable for a resort area. I certainly will stop in again if in the Rehobeth area.

    (4)

  • Martin B.

    This is actually more like a 3.5 or 3.7, but this is based SOLELY on the food. Unfortunately, while I'm old enough to serve this country and operate a tank or fire a gun, I'm not old enough to enjoy Dogfish Head's calling card: their fine beers. But from what I hear (based on reviews and from what those older than me have said), they make some damned good stuff. This brewpub-like establishment is conveniently located and parking didn't seem to be an issue. Inside it's a bit loud, but the decor is awesome. Service is attentive and decent in terms of speed. Their birch beer soda is good (it's like root beer). And as mentioned above their beers are supposed to be excellent, and they have a wide interesting variety (including one beer made with ingredients like chiles and cocoa nibs, and occasionally their fabled 120 minute IPA). I had the fish and chips which were alright. The portions were huge; I couldn't even finish all of my meal. I wasn't starving, but I was still pretty hungry. However the fish itself wasn't too flavorful. The fries were alright, although not that crispy. Overall, for the price I feel like they could've done a bit more with it. If it were cheaper it would've been fine. So if you're looking for great food in Rehoboth you might find better places. But if you want great beer, then just look at the other reviews to see what people have to say. Or better yet, pop in and taste for yourself what these fine brewers have concocted. Oh yeah, and free wi-fi!

    (4)

  • Chris M.

    Ate here this summer while on a mini-getaway with my wife. Food was pretty good, the beer was OK. It wasn't as "wow" as I was hoping but it was good. We were seated in the upstairs eating area. If you get seated in the booth up there (there's only one), beware. It vibrates like crazy because, for some reason, they have a large piece of machinery on the other side of the wall from the booth. We asked if we could move to a table and they obliged. Decent place to eat.

    (3)

  • Chris V.

    Let's face it. Most of us aren't coming here for the food. I will say, however, it's not as terrible as some make it out to be. Couple that with the fact that a lot of it comes from local farms and you have to give a star or 2 for the effort. We had lunch here on Saturday afternoon. A little brisk by the beach that day, but expected since it is only April. The staff, in a word, was pretty amazing. Our party was about 40 strong and not once did they stumble or roll their eyes at our demands. So big ups for that. The food? Well it was good. Not out of this world, but good. I had the antelope sliders, which if I wasn't told it was antelope I would not have known any better, and a turkey burger. Two things that honestly were kinda hard to screw up. Sliders were definitely tasty and the turkey burger was, well, a turkey burger. I had it on foccacia bread and honestly, I wouldn't order it that way again. Next time it's a regular roll. My beer complimented my meal perfectly. It was the Chateau Jiahu. Slightly sweeter beer with a grape finish. Kinda like someone spilled a little white wine in the booze and decided to serve it anyway. Froo-froo? Maybe, but I didn't care. It was beer and beer makes me happy. This place was busy on a windy Saturday in April so I'm sure come the summer season it will be a madhouse. All in all, a great experience and we'll definitely be back!

    (4)

  • Nathanael R.

    When we showed up at dogfish head we were pretty excited to have some good brews and and good food. We stood by the door waiting to be seated for a few minutes while nobody even acknowledged us, until we just decided to seat ourselves at the bar. Finally, after what seemed like another 5 minutes we were able to put an order in and grab some beers. Being dogfish head fans, we were happy with our beer and I brought home some 120 minute, which we can't get at home. We ordered the "summer people" pizza and the short ribs plate. We waited a while and the wrong pizza came out, which is an honest mistake I suppose, but when I told the woman we ordered from About it, all she said was ok... Didn't seemed surprised. The short rib was under cooked and came in really bland sauce which wasn't seasoned at all. They eventually brought us the right pizza and it was pretty tasty, but it was about the size of a Tony's pizza for about 13 bucks. "Merch shop" is pretty limited, good for a tshirt and a sticker, they did have some dog leashes and collars with their logo on it, not a bunch of stuff in there. All in all I would say eat first then stop in and have some great brews, but be careful because for some reason Delaware seems to have way too many cops. Good luck!

    (2)

  • Richard K.

    Owned and operated by the Dogfish Head Brewing Company, this pub restaurant offers great pub food to accompany their great tasting beer. A great place to eat while you're at Rehoboth Beach.

    (4)

  • Aleks K.

    I've eaten and had drinks here twice on vacation - save your hunger for another place! The drinks here are totally delicious and the beer/spirits to go are worth it but the food is mediocre at best. I want to like eating here but I won't eat here again.

    (4)

  • Chris D.

    The food was greasy, unoriginal and actually made my wife sick. It's a very bad incarnation of bar food and something I can't recommend. The alcohol was right on target. I would have probably given it 1 star if it wasn't the only place you can buy Dogfish spirits.

    (3)

  • Alex S.

    So I have to admit that they get a five star rating automatically because of how down they are with dogs. You can bring your pooch to the outdoor seating area and the will gladly welcome the dog with a bowl of water and locally made dog biscuits that use the used beer barley from their brewery. The 120 minute ipa is a serious beer that is not for everyone but is full of flavor and I think is pretty damn awesome. All there beers are good and you can find something for anyone. The Cobb salad was a surprisingly lite and good starter, peoples pizza was also really good and the rock fish was well prepared. The "cookies and milk" desert wasn't my style. These "cookies" were bready mushy cake like things and the "milk" was a whipped cream concoction. Additionally we didn't order the cookies in cream, we ordered the cheesecake but the waitress accidentally brought it out and she offered to switch it but we said that the cookies were fine. She also described the festina Peche as very very bitter. I am no conosour but it was not bitter at all. It is a little tart but in no way bitter. All in all she and the rest of the staff were friendly and laid back so I wasn't too upset. Great place if you love your dog and your beer. Food isn't too bad either.

    (5)

  • Kyle T.

    You really can't go wrong at Dogfish Head, except to show up on a weekend, since this place is usually a madhouse. I'm not sure if its because they are amazing in every way a brewpub should be, or if because they are currently featured on Discovery Channel's BREWMASTERS (which I have yet to see). So I took my own advice, having tried to go here several times and the line is around the block, and went on a Tuesday at 2pm nowhere near a holiday weekend. It was still busy but not overwhelming. I took a seat at the bar and ordered up a tasting flight of beers (which for their size and price at five tastings for $5 is a really great deal). I went for the Festina Peach and the Palo Santo Marron and the Theobroma, because, really, where else can you get freshly brewed beer on tap that has been artfully suffused with chocolate or aged in casks made of fragrant Mexican incense wood? Also drank their Raison D'Etre, for obvious reasons. I ordered a veggie burger, slightly skeptically since this is Southern Delaware where most people still aren't sure what a vegetarian is, and boy was I surprised! It was a homemade concoction of beans and other yummy things, topped with cheese and roasted red peppers, yum! The fries were also delicate and delicious. Then I decided to do a VODKA tasting flight, since they ALSO make their own vodkas (!!!). Ordering this much alcohol may have been a slight mistake, since, after the beer flight, I also ordered a pint of their Burton Baton (a must-drink). In addition, the friendly bartenders were giving out (for free!) generous tastings of the peanut butter vodka with chocolate liquor, for a chocolate peanut butter martini! Quite a kick, unbelievably tasty! It sounds kind of off but it was actually amazing. For my flight, I went with the fruity vodkas, the Blood Orange, Pomegranate, Raspberry, and Strawberry. Since they really do use fresh ingredients, some flavors held better than others, and I must say the blood orange and the strawberry were spectacular and flavorful while the other two were decent but less impressive. I ended up buying a bottle of the strawberry vodka for a friend and a large bottle of the My Antonia brew for my brother-in-laws birthday, which is also very tasty. BE CAREFUL if you are going to be tasting the vodkas because they are actual shot size! Thus, after the equivalent of three beers, I was then given four shots of vodka, so bring a friend because that is too much vodka for one person to finish and leave the bar conscious. I tried to share with my barmates and they sipped the vodkas but we were already drinking too much to shoot these spirits straight up. In conclusion, come to Dogfish Head on a weekday in the afternoon, try every beer they have, order some good pub grub, and you will not be sorry!

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  • Kel F.

    I certainly have a deep fondness for this brew pub/eatery. I have been going to dogfishhead for years and have always loved it. I now have a deeper connection and love for it considering a recent incident. One of the servers was very rude to me a couple months ago when I went to the restaurant to eat. I was appalled by this based on the service I was used to, and even wondered if I should enter the establishment again! But I called in with a complaint, and the restaraunt manager was nothing but professional and kind to me. She totally went above and beyond to ensure that my next visits would be fantastic experiences. I think the ambiance, the crafted spirits , and the food are all working together to make a successful brew house that is so popular for good reason!

    (5)

  • Lady J.

    First restaurant I've ever been to that opens at 12 noon for lunch, instead of 11:30 am. That's my only complaint. I thought that since the owner is a parent too, he'd understand the convenience-factor of opening at 11:30 am. So our almost-2 y/o was a tad fussy by the time our meal came out. Obviously this is a brewery first. The beer is AMAZING & speaks for itself. The food, however, equally great! My husband got the Indulgence Burger & I got the portabella mushroom sandwich. Yum! Our kids got mini pizzas which looked like they came out of a box but I didn't care, they were happy! Our waitress was very attentive. Not really friendly, but certainly attentive & helpful, helped us pick out a few beers we couldn't get back home. Another benefit to them opening at 11:30 or even 11 am would be, hopefully, the noise level would GRADUALLY build. From the time the doors opened at noon there was a steady flow of customers & within 10 mins every single table was filled & every bar stool was occupied & it got LOUD, FAST. Anyway, hoping next time we visit we can really enjoy our beer. Hard to fully appreciate with two kids in tow. ;)

    (4)

  • Sarah M.

    We headed up to Dogfish Head from Ocean City and were super excited to try a bunch of beers and see how the food was. The place is huge - big family crowd on a Saturday, but we didn't have a wait. We were starving so we threw in an order for hummus and I ordered the standard flight of beers. My boyfriend tried a beer that they were only serving at the Brewpub - I believe it was a Summer Ale. Our hummus never came out, but we had some of the crab soup which was absolutely delicious - a little brothier than the average crab soup and the corn added some real sweetness and crunch. I ordered the fish and chips -and it came - two huge pieces of fish with a thick flavorful breading speckled with herbs. The fries were hand cut and I thoroughly enjoyed this. Started to feel tipsy toward the middle of the meal and the thick breading really helped sop up my "raison d'etre" buzz... Z had the short ribs which came on a square of polenta with a raison d'etre broth --- delicious, tender, and the polenta was perfect to sop up the deep brown broth. We finished with a flight of the spirits- choosing the peanut butter vodka as our flavored vodka. I loved the honey rum. Overall, this was a really fun meal in a fun place - I enjoyed straying away from crab for a few hours and eating a meal prepared with the delicious beers of Dogfish Head!

    (4)

  • Frank P.

    Awesome beer as well as awesome food. They do it exactly how all good brew pubs do it. Fresh local ingredients, healthy plates as well as GOOD bar food. Noticed I said GOOD bar food. Yes there is a way to make good bar food and not slop. Love the whole vibe here, the off centered beers. Having a pizza here is a must as well as the marinated olives oh and the Dog pile.

    (4)

  • Kiesha J.

    Husband, sister-in-law, sister-in-law's fiancee and I rolled down from New York City this past weekend to Rehoboth Beach exclusively for Dogfish Head. We got in Thursday at 4 p.m. so we could do the Brewpub tour, which was fun. We then settled down to do some drinking and eating. I started with a Lawnmower, which was a good beginner beer, just like the menu says. Nothing too out of this world, but it was a solid starter. I then moved onto a flight and sampled Midas Touch, Shelter Pale Ale, Pangaea, Raison D'Etre and Palo Santo Marron. Midas Touch was hands-down my favorite, while the Palo Santo Marron got handed to the husband after a sip. A little too heavy for me. The other beers were all great. I sampled several other beers, including Noble Rot, which was FANTASTIC. I highly recommend it. It's like Apple Cider and Champagne got together and made a baby. Delicious. Thursday was $6 pizza night, so I got a pizza with chicken, spinach and roasted red peppers. It was good. Not the best pizza I've ever eaten, but certainly delicious and worth $6 (if not more). I also had some of the hummus and pita chips, and man, that hummus was delicious. Complex and tasty. We took two growlers back to our hotel room - Lawnmower and Shelter Pale Ale. We polished them off in short order. Friday we went to the brewery and had a great time, getting a little buzzed off the free tastings at noon. Great way to spend the day. And we got to meet Sam as we were leaving! He signed my husband's copy of "Brewing up a Business" and posed for photos with us. Such a stand-up guy. Friday night, we went back to the brewpub and had more Noble Rot and Burton Baton and everything else. I got the veggie burger this time around, as did my vegan sister-in-law, who was convinced it was real beef. It wasn't, but it's very close. We ended the night by polishing off a couple of bottles of Namaste, and then refilled one of our growlers with Lawnmower and picked up a bottle of Namaste for the room and again polished them off with no trouble. The price was great for both nights (gotta love that no tax thing!) and we loved the atmosphere. Sitting at the bar Thursday night had its advantages, and we had a bartender who was great. Friday night we sat at a table upstairs, so service was a little slower, but still good. Nobody was rude and our requests were filled. My husband and I are already planning our next trip back. Such a great, positive atmosphere and, of course, amazing beer. P.S. This place will make a beer drinker out of you. I liked a few beers before I went, but now I like about 15 more. I'm pretty sure I drank more in two days than I ever did in the rest of my life.

    (5)

  • Kristen C.

    Was here last weekend and really enjoyed it! Reasonable prices and good food! The wait seemed long-ish, but I guess it's because it's still tourist season... Def plan to go back!

    (4)

  • Murphy W.

    Great beer! I wouldn't' eat here again.... They claim to use local food, which is great, but the presentation and cooking of the food was an issue for the kitchen staff. We got the Dogpile app... it was more like a hotmess... heavy and greasey... I got a pizza and it fell way short on my expectations... the mystery crust was not good and it was way too cheesey, like the app... The wife got a burger... that sucked as well! 5 starts for the beer, 1 star for the food

    (3)

  • Devon H.

    After taking a ferry across the Delaware Bay, biking through Lewes, a housing development, and along a bike path (which was very nice by the way, Delaware has excellent bike paths) my friend and I finally reached out destination--very thirsty and ready to chow down. It was pre-season and between lunch and dinner so we got to enjoy the deck with no rush and few other customers. Our waiter (I'm sorry, do not remember his name) was very knowledgeable about the beer and helped us pick out a flights according to what kind of beer we like to drink. He also didn't knock any of my choices, which I think is important to note. No one likes a beer/food/wine snob. Dogfish makes a variety of beer and I can't remember what I had chosen for my tasting but I'm fan of most of their beers. However do not recommend the "lawnmower" (or something like that) because it is pretty much like ordering a generalized light beer. They definitely have better options. BUT some people like really light beer and if that's your style then choose that. Now the food--we were really really hungry. I mean we had been on an adventure to get there and still had to adventure back, so we needed some sustenance. Oh, and my friend is vegan. I'm not sure what we ordered but I remember it was all very good. Especially the hummus. Yummmm. Plus they had plenty of options for vegans and vegetarians. After we drank, ate, drank, lounged, drank, ate, drank, soaked up sun and drank some more we eventually hobbled over to our bikes and continued on our journey. It was a fabulous way to spend a late spring day and I highly recommend you check out Lewes, the Ferry, the bike paths and most importantly, Dogfish!

    (5)

  • Jose A.

    I'm really confused as to how you could not give this place 5 stars, they get all of the latest and greatest dogfish head experiments, you can get their spirits here, and order what they call a chic-choc, chicory stout with chocolate vodka, tastes better than it sounds :) The food is great too, try the dogpile if their still doing that, it was their take on a nacho-esc appetizer, pretty good stuff... Wish I was closer to make this spot a regular hang out...

    (5)

  • William B.

    The food is, well, it's just there. Eat elsewhere unless you're there listening to some live music and feel the urge for a snack. If that's the case, then it's acceptable. The beers! My, God, the beers! They have all their regular (if you can call them that) brews plus some brew pub-only exclusives. You may not like everything they have, but if you don't find something you do like then go buy your Natural Light, stay away, and shut up. They also have a distillery which makes a pretty good gin. I can't speak to the vodkas (I don't drink vodka) or the rum, which they were out of when I was there. Book a nearby hotel, eat beforehand, and try to work your way through the beer list.

    (4)

  • Aruna A.

    Really big fan of the Dogfish Brewery - they have a variety of beers, their own liquors, and special every now and then available concoctions. Additionally, their brewery is super awesome. There is a vast amount of space - both upstairs and downstairs, and there is even a little venue for live music on some days. The food was delicious - we ordered a round of the onion rings - which were each a lot like the size of an onion donut (huge). In addition, me and a friend split a pizza - the pizza was good -not great, and the toppings were sparse and weirdly organized (lots of spinach, tiny little mushrooms). There were plenty of veg and non veg options - and the drinks were varied and every agreed they were delicious. The wait staff was pleasant, and in general - this was an enjoyable brewery in a shore town!

    (4)

  • DC Dad M.

    This is a great place - especially if you love world-class beer. The beer is so good here that I would give it 3 stars even if they fed me dog food and made me eat out of a dog bowl. Late last month, Robert Plant, Lead Singer of Led Zeppelin and his son, stopped by the Milton Dogfish Brewery since the son founded a brewery. Dogfish is an incredible place if you appreciate great beer and it has to be in the top ten in the world. The food is very good - the beer is heavenly and my wife and kids love the place. They have a little store right by the restaurant where you can buy specialty beer that are not sold in stores. You can also buy some of their excellent spirits - including my fave, "Jin," which is the best variation of gin that I've ever tried. I don't work for Dogfish, I'm not an investor, I've never gotten even a free beer but this is an amazing place.

    (5)

  • Kamo H.

    greetings from dover, delaware. we are leaving the state today. (excuse all typos gotta check out of our room and i am rushing like a fat kid @ a buffet ) last night we went 2 dogfish head brewing & eats. we are on vacation visiting family, and we wanted 2 do 2 things while we were here. go 2 punkin chunkin and drink beer at dogfish. we have been watching the reality show about the company on netflix. my wife is a huge fan of the show. so she had super high hopes. i wish i could say that the dining experience lived up 2 the hype, but...it did not. i don't want 2 ramble , but i probably will. ;-) below aer a few bullet points about our experience friendo! 1. the beer is awesommmmeeeeee!!! i love the vision that the founder of the company has. he is truly passionate, and i always respect & tip my hat 2 some1 doing what they love. i loved the bitches brew. my better half got the sampler. and she and i loved the old school. old school is amazing it has a high alcohol content. my girl is irish so we love thattttt! the pumkin was also epic. the beer is great, the ambiance uhhh..... 2. the service has room for improvement. our server was ok. she was nice but she seemed like she was zoned out on pills, or maybe she had a date with mary jane on her break. which is okay, thc is a friend of mine. but she just seemed aloof and spaced out. i never saw a person look so content fodling napkins. often instead of checking on us or other tables, she just meandered around the restaurant. the hostess was kind of rude also. the hostess is like an nfl offensive line. they are important , but often taken for granted and overlooked. we have a 2 month old, and the hostess initially tried to sit us near the kitchen by the bar in a high traffic area. and there was a table or booth available. i know u can't have a high chair in the aisle. b/c she educated me on this fact. (cheers 2 management for training her properly. ) but it was a downer, 2 come into a place we were excited 2 see, and to be greeted by a somber hostess. the hostess sets the tone, they should be attentive and welcoming. i want to feel like we are a guest at a friends home not an intruder or a solicitor. we spent $49 bucks on beer and food. i think the food is appropriately priced. the chowder is epic! i could eat a whole pot of it. the soup is amazing. get it now!! the calamari had great flavor, but it was cold when it was brought 2 the table. and the sauce felt like it had been refrigerated. get the soup. i did not want to send my calamari back b/c i watched the movie "waiting" and i don't want bodily fluids in my soup . lol. they would never do that. no that only happens in the movies ;-) the other problem i have is with the person selling the merchandise. we went to the restaurant on 11/3/13 @ around 6-7pm. we asked our server that was flying high if we could buy t-shirts. and she said, " there outside somewhere, i think they have a few items for sale, but u have 2 check,i don't know." cool beans. so we went outside after our meal ,and the guy working the booth was not a happy camper. mind you it's november and i have an 8 week old baby. so i approach the booth, before i could speak, he said 'hold on' & dissapeared for a few minutes. not a big deal, maybe he had 2 pee idk, but it was kind of rude. then we he came back he had a horrific attitude. i asked if he had a certain size he said maybe, i am not sure. he made it feel like we were bothering him by asking him questions about the different products we wanted to buy. the sweatshirts are $55 bucks which is okay with me. b/c the sweatshirts are awesome!!!! and so are the t-shirts, but i think all employees should treat customers like they matter. act as if. act as if u own the place. the guy in the booth with his hoodie on was more interested in adjusting his heater, then helpin us. we spent$80 bucks on a t-shirt and a namaste hoodie. the hoodie is really bad ass! i would have gladly spent $100 more b/c i am whore for cool t-shirts and various souvenirs that i don't need. but the guys poor attitude really was upsetting. we came all the way from sacramento to have fun, not be treated like unwanted guests at a party. he didn't say anything rude but it was his vibe, his attitude. if u don't like your job quit! it's not fair to the company or customers. overall though i will be back like the terminator. b/c i am a lush and i love beer. we are of-centered people that love the of centered beer. great tagline brotha! stay + and keep making kick ass beers. maybe next time the experience will be better. get better not bitter right?! eat the chowder and drink the beer. your body will thank u 4 it. lol. well minus the lovehandles, and beer belly, but it feels great going down. long live dogfish. we are not trying 2 bash the place, just want 2 be honest. everyone has good and bad days. be gr8 2day! grow w/ kamo! and drink more dogfish head beeerrr & chowder!! stay+ grow daily w/ kamo haze!

    (3)

  • Michael O.

    What a pleasant surprise. I was expecting something touristy and overpriced like Goose Island. NOT the case. Great beers and a really tasty and reasonable menu. We happened in on a Thursday and they had a pizza special for only $6! And I am not kidding, it is delicious pizza. I had a great time and can't wait to go back.

    (4)

  • Paulie L.

    Absolutely horrible table service (It took half an hour for them to bring us our drinks), entrees were very bland, hour long wait on a random Tuesday at 2pm. BUT... the beer is outstanding, and the appetizers (crab/corn soup, fried pickle) were great.

    (3)

  • Rev. Robert D.

    The beer is good the food is ok.

    (3)

  • Roy L.

    Great place - good service. I can't help notice though that they really like there chives here.

    (3)

  • Kris P.

    Love the craft brews! Plus it's one of the only places to get the beers they don't bottle, like the 120 min IPA (super strong!) and make-your-own-sampler of their beers. We make this a mandatory happy hour stop and sit out back every year during our summer vacation. The food is amazing as well. Get the "dogpile" appetizer, which doesn't sound so great, but is delicious!

    (5)

  • Natalie F.

    Best beer EVER! I have been here twice and sat at the bar and outside on the patio for dinner. Both times were excellent. They have the most amazing selection of super flavorful and delicious beers. I absolutely loved the "Sah' tea" it had so many different flavor elements. (cloves, Cinnamon, cardamon, ginger, black tea and black pepper) We also ordered the fried Calamari which came with soy sauce and cocktail sauce. It also was topped with banana peppers which gave it an extra kick! They have a great selection of sandwiches, appetizers, seafood, pasta and deserts. The service is always exceptional and friendly. The prices are reasonable as well. Can't wait to come back!

    (5)

  • David B.

    what can i say? great local food. great beer. this place rocks. if you like craft beer you already know you must stop here. worth every penny.

    (5)

  • Allison L.

    My boyfriend is a huge fan of beer so I knew we'd be stopping at Dogfish Head while in Rehoboth. It was a weeknight when we went and therefore, not terribly crowded. The restaurant is pretty tiny. We started with the crab dip which was good but served with some weird, giant pita chips that seemed to have nutmeg or a similar spice on them... it was better with french fries. Crab cake was a little overcooked but still good. As for drinks, I had a hurricane (good) and my boyfriend had the peche beer (which I thought was good, and I don't care for beer) and the 120 minute IPA... which definitely knocked him on his ass. It started pouring right before we were about to leave so we had the apple crisp to kill some time... that was pretty good. They get their shipment of beer Wednesday, I think, so when we went on Tuesday there wasn't a ton of variety... keep that in mind if there are several that you want to try. All in all, fun place, walking distance from the boardwalk.

    (3)

  • Emily F.

    This place is fun, yummy and reasonably priced. I've only been during the summer, and it's always crowded, but worth the wait. My favorite item on the menu is the dogpile, which is an appetizer with fresh pita, oozy cheese, artichoke dip, green onions and tomato. It can easily be shared among several people. The veggie burger is among the best I've ever had, and I enjoy the Festina Peche beer when it's in season.

    (4)

  • Rich B.

    Great beer! Great food! Peach gazpacho is awesome!

    (5)

  • Stephen P.

    I had a hard time rating this place because having some of the best beer in the US was the biggest draw for me; the brewpub met my expectations there. I also enjoyed the fish and chips (the portion of fish is huge, and the batter is nearly perfect) and the fried pickles. However, based on our group's overall experience with slow service and some mediocre entrées, there is no way I could give a rating higher than 3 stars. It was difficult to even get our server's attention unless they had to deliver items to the table, which meant that we could not order additional beers after our first round for at least 30-40 minutes. Also, handing my friend a plate with an extremely hot portion with the hot side toward them and without a warning of the temperature was akin to handing someone a knife blade-side forward...

    (3)

  • Grant W.

    This could be considered my mecca. I made my pilgrimage this summer. My family was going to vacation there and I tagged along. The house they had rented happened to be less than a mile away from the brew pub. Now I have been a craft beer snob for a LONG time... And Dogfish Head was one of my all time favorite breweries. However after visiting it simply became my favorite. I got to try a lot of awesome beers that week. The best part about the brew pub are the unique brews not available for sale anywhere else! I got to try some really unique things... Though I am extremely sad that I missed the tapping of Chicha by three days... That would have been magical. However I did get to see a great band, and drink a lot of great brews. It was awesome to have my favorite beer Burton Baton on tap and that ended up being the one I drank the most. I also give the brew pub some credit for me getting together with my current girlfriend. She was dating someone else at the time, but dumped him during my week there. While drunk I made several calls to her that week walking to and from the brew pub. It was how I passed my time. It allowed me to really talk to her one on one for the first time about a lot of things, and gave me the liquid courage to write an e-mail telling her how I really felt about her.. This eventually led to her and I dating about a month later... So for that... Thank you Sam for the brew pub which led to me getting together with the love of my life... Oh and for the amazing brews. If you are a fan of craft brews... This is the place to go. It should be considered a holy place for all beer enthusiasts. It holds a special place in my heart, and I look forward to the day when I am able to return and drink some more amazing brews, and be surrounded by great people!

    (5)

  • Daryl L.

    Great beer, great location. The beach town that is Rehoboth Beach, DE is great. It's cozy. It's easy to find intimate places away from the beach. There's plenty to do and lots of great places to eat. The boardwalk is super fun with it's blend of old time games like skeetball and shoot 'em up games like Terminator: Salvation (if you're into it). There's even a small amusement park and lots of beach favorites like salt water taffy and vinegar fries. Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats is definitely one of the highlights of the area. It's quite popular. The Rosemary Parmesan fries are probably why. That and the great selection of well made beer and spirits. Yes! Spirits! Liquor! I didn't try anything from their drinks menu because I was enthralled with the Chateau Jiahu. It's a great tasting honey beer, sweet and strong. However, it's very much unlike a cider in it's sweetness. It still maintains a barley malt tinge without losing the hints of berries and honey. I'm still trying to find the right words to describe, but I think the best thing to do is just put it in your mouth and try it. Me and the lady also had some regular fries, which were brilliant. My guess is that they use peanut oil. They were very crisp. Overall, the environment was friendly. It gets super busy around supper time, and I do mean supper time, not dinner at 8pm. The menu seems standard, but like the brew, there's always a little twist to take it off center. We only went for drinks, but next time I'm in Rehoboth Beach, I'm looking forward to the full experience. I am a fan.

    (4)

  • Lauren C.

    Beer: AWESOME. Can't go wrong with several DFH beers on tap. Plus they have limited edition beers on tap too. We were there for the Weekend of Compelling Ales and whatnot and they were serving a few beers through the Randall. You can get samplers and try a whole lot. Food: OK. There was some spinach dip concoction on pita. Just be aware that it was very cheesy and greasy (a little too much for my tastes). Atmosphere: Fun. DFH beer drinkers are cool people.

    (4)

  • Chris C.

    I have to admit that my ease in giving 5 stars was based solely on my deep love for the beer they make however even without the beer the restaurant could stand on it's own as a pretty great place. I've been here a handful of times over the past 9 months or so and each time the experience has been progressively better than the last. My first meal (I think chicken of some type) didn't blow me away but I think it may have just been prepared in a way that didn't suit my taste as it didn't seem poorly prepared. I happen to like a lot of seafood dishes and for that they don't have as much as I would personally like to see. A lot of the dishes seem to lean towards a really nice bar type food style. I will say that the EASY stand out for me is the Crab Corn Chowder! This stuff is the S@#$! Great creamy base with GINORMOUS chunks of crab, plenty of corn and a superior taste. The service has always been very good and I can't remember having any issues with a wrong order or a salty server. Seating has never been an issue either and I have never waited very long, if at all, for a table even when it was packed. Also, as a side note, it is a HUGE plus when wanting to visit here that they have their own parking lot. I'm sure it fills up but considering the only other options are lame parking meters that only take lousy quarters it's nice to even have the prospect of an easy free spot. Again, lets be clear, I'd still go here if I had to park in the sand and they only served hay and crab shells. Having the chance to sample multiple varieties of their beer in one spot is a religious experience for me. The last time I was here I sampled a 2006 120 minute IPA, among others but I cannot WAIT till the 120 minute is back in production, sooo tasty... and efficient too. How often can you get ripped off of one beer? Not that I would want to of course, it's hard to enjoy the rest of their liquid pleasures if I'm face down in a bowl of trail mix. Puleeze open a place in Wilmington!!

    (5)

  • P D.

    The most fun in Rehoboth. Flights of beer (5) for around $7 or $8, fantastic service, fun atmosphere ... Hard to have less than a great time here. Really enjoyed most of the food we've ordered, but the pizzas were disappointing ... Someone is way too pepper-happy in the kitchen. Love this place so much that it still earns 5 stars from me.

    (5)

  • Ange D.

    The beer is great. The standards are always available with seasonal and test beers. Don't hold your breath for excellent food to go with your beer. Points for a menu that tells you exactly where your food came from, but the kitchen needs some menu tweaking. The artichoke dip was so heavy and fatty we didn't even eat half. Beer = 5 Food = 3

    (4)

  • Miles M.

    The worst brewpub I've ever been to. I ordered the fish and chips seeing that we are at the beach and would expect the fish to be nice and fresh. It came out and looked like they threw a floater that washed up on to the beach in the fryer and threw it on a plate and sent it out. I took one bite to try it and immediately bit into a mouthful of bones and spit it right back out on the plate. I was with a party of 8 other people and another person got the same thing, and it was just as bad. I don't know how anyone that calls themself a cook, or chef could serve something like that or how the server didn't care enough to not bring it out. I am in the restaurant equipment supply business and a bit of a micro brew drinker so I was also disappointed with the way they served their beer. They gave all of us the same cheap ass pint glass instead of a nice beer glass that is supposed to accent good beer. From my experience dealing with owners of restaurants everyday, this decision to use cheap glasses and allow terrible product to get served is a direct reflection of how much the owners/managers don't care about their reputation as much as how much money they could make if they cut corners. I know this is a bit of a destination for beer lovers but I don't see them lasting too long in the restaurant business unless they focus more on their customers instead of their bottom line.

    (1)

  • DL H.

    Dogfish Head has some of my favorite beers. I love going here to try the beers they don't sell in stores. I've had the chocolate lobster, ancient and analog beers. Ancient was amazing. They have a small store and "secret stash" beers that have been aged that you can buy for $9 a bottle. The food is decent. A small menu with many local ingredients. Wife had the Antelope sliders and Crab and Corn chowder, both very good. I had a local menu item (venison sausage) that varies each week. It was delicious. HUGE fan of the beer, and the menu is good enough to keep coming back for both the beer and grub. They even have their own distillery and have vodkas and rums for sale. I got the Blood Orange Vodka and Honey Brown Rum, both good. The employee's here seem to love their job, they'll talk with you about the beers, which ones they'd recommend, etc. The waitress we had (Michelle) even snapped a picture of my wife's Tweason'ale tattoo.

    (5)

  • Christine D.

    Great menu with all my favorite beers! Dog friendly outdoor seating!

    (4)

  • Jim K.

    Used to be so much better. Over the last two years the service and food quality have really fallen. Atmosphere is still ok, beer and the bar are great, but there are serious issues otherwise. Last time I was there about a week ago, the waiter took about 15 minutes to acknowledge us, food took forever, and wasn't that great. Time before the food took forever to be prepared and when I finally got it, I got the fish and chips and while the outside was crispy, there was raw runny batter inside. It is too bad because it used to be much better, and the brew pub franchises in Virginia and Maryland are putting the original to shame.

    (2)

  • Karen A.

    Good food, GREAT beer. As if I needed to tell you that... I've always been a huge fan of Dogfish Head beers, so it was great to get some favorites on tap and try some new beers that are made exclusively for this bar. Cafe de Que?, Poppa Skull, and Johnny Cask all made the trip worth it. The food was good, I really liked the wings. I also tried a pizza with shrimp and feta that was pretty tasty. With the amount that my party ordered to eat and drink, I was pleased at how reasonable the check was. I loved the bar area. We were eventually seated at a table upstairs which was pretty chill (not as loud and there are a couple of pool tables. But the action is definitely downstairs. I will probably opt to eat at the bar next time.

    (5)

  • Kimberly E.

    Not worth your time or money! The hostess and server were very snotty. The burger I ordered (which according to the waitress was a specialty) was a burnt nugget on what tasted like a stale bun. I ordered it with blue cheese and it I arrived plain. The lemonade was carbonated and the Cobb salad arrived with no dressing. My friend's fish was burnt on the bottom. One of the worst meals I ever had. The one star is for the waitress and beer my friend drank.

    (1)

  • Igor B.

    This is a classic brewpub! The place is so packed during summer I think that sometimes they're just so overwhelmed. That said, I think they do pretty well. Fish always good, as is artichoke spinach dip appetizer. Food is always fresh & well prepared. Last visit they served the most incredible gazpacho of my life: Watermelon gazpacho with a surprisingly zesty kick. They offered fewer lighter "lawn mower" beers, but I for one was glad they had more of their specialty brews like My Antonia or the unique and unusual Sah Tea. There' s always the refreshing IPA's on hand. I remember one summer I couldn't even get Midas Touch, but not this past summer. You shouldn't drink anything but their best and classic beers if you come here. I was surprised there were no summer fruit beers though last time, like Festina Peche or Aprihop.

    (4)

  • Jay R.

    okay... I will start with the food: Ordered Calamari and a burger. Calamari was great, not rubbery. Dipping sauces were blah. soy sauce and cocktail sauce = boring. Burger, ordered it medium. Came out Med-well. Good but not great. Fries, = luke warm but good. Now on with the beer: Sampler of: Midas Touch Pangea Red & White Burton Barton All very good, but the Burton Barton is freaking amazing! Strong ale mixed with IPA aged in wood = fantastic! Overall: Food = average brew pub, nothing special Beer = amazing, Best on East Coast, period.

    (4)

  • Brandyn R.

    The short ribs with polenta was amazing. My partner loved their Indulgence Burger. The crab and corn chowder was rich and delish. I would recommend trying a custom beer sampler.

    (5)

  • Jarred F.

    I LOVE Dogfish beer and I LOVE visiting the Dogfish Head Brewpub when in town every summer. The food is good not great, stick with the burgers and the pizza. But, one comes here not for the food, but for the EXCELLENT brews concocted by the great Dogfish Head brewers. Try ANY of their beers and you won't be upset you did. I recommend Sah'Tea when in season, my personal favorite Palo Santo Maron, the wine of beer, and of course the IPA's that Dogfish is so famous for, specifically the 90 Minute or even the less strong 60. DO NOT MISS this place when in Rehoboth, especially if you appreciate unique American Ales.

    (5)

  • Michael F.

    Excellent beer! I never like beer much, until I tried all the wonderful brews by Dogfish. They make so many interesting flavors that even the most adamant beer hater can find a flavor they like. My favorites... Black and Blue: blueberry and blackberry beer Fort: raspberry beer Aprihop: apricot Chicory Stout: Mexican coffee, chicory, St. John's wort, licorice Festina Peche: peach hefeweizen Pangaea: has an ingredient from all seven continents. They claim there is a bit of Antarctic water as well. This is mostly like a dry ginger ale in beer form. As for non-alcoholic drinks, try the birch beer! I've only heard of root beer before I came to Delaware, but birch beer is way better!

    (5)

  • Nat B.

    I'd have to say ditto to Brendan M. when he said that he'll give DFH 5 stars for their beer. I, too drink it year round, and I especially love the Punkin Ale seasonal that's out now. Woot! Anyways I stopped by this place over Labor Day weekend a couple times with a few friends and both times we were totally satisfied with the restaurant. The service was speedy, friendly and attentive. The bartender was easy to talk with and he makes excellent recommendations. The food was top-notch. We ordered the salmon sandwich and mein gott - SO good! They also had fried pickle spears for apps and wow that was REAL good as well! Their beer selection far exceeded what you'd normally find in a beer store so be sure to try out their exclusives when you visit. I'd highly recommend the DFH Ale. This one was recommended by the bartender on my first visit and he was right on when he said it was hoppy like a 60 minute IPA but has the sweetness from the 90 minute IPA. Only if they would sell them in stores! When in Rehoboth Beach, keep walking past all the other "breweries" and taverns on the strip and go to the DFH Alehouse. You'll thank me later.

    (5)

  • Megan R.

    Good food, great beer, what more could you ask for? Very good service for how busy the place was. Recommendations: For an appetizer, get the Dogpile. A huge amount of food for $10 and it will easily keep four hungry adults entertained until the main course arrives. Beer: Festina Peche. Not everyone will like this beer, but it was a unique summer beer that I really enjoyed. A little on the sour side but very refreshing. I finished up with a Palo Santo Marron which was even better. This one is heavier so save towards the end. My sandwich was good, I got the Portobello Sandwhich which I liked because it came with a salad instead of french fries. Everybody at the table enjoyed their food. Best place we stopped at during our week stay in Rehoboth :-)

    (5)

  • Renee S.

    This is a great place to eat and drink some of the best beers on the planet. The service is good - although it's very crowded! The food is great. The beer is awesome. The live music is fun. I'd recommend this place to anyone. Thanks Dogfish Head for making our vacation one of the most memorable ones we've ever had! We love you!

    (5)

  • Sandy J.

    We have been dogfish head brew fans for a few years but hadn't had chance to check out the brewery or brew pubs(yet till weekend of 9/30). Dave did the brewery tour in milton ( I hear the treehouse is pretty cool) while we both imbibed at their pub in Rehobeth for happy hour. A good start to the close of a vacation week for us. Several rounds of pumpkin ale topped by the chateau jihua and corn crab chowder were supreme. I loved the chateau so much we had to go on search of beverage stores late that night to get what we could to bring back to NY. You got the right atmosphere of bar and food and fun in your pub gang. Well wishes for continued success! PS- your bartenders & the locals made us feel welcome and like locals.

    (4)

  • Andy G.

    Better than average pub grub, but that's not why you go there. You go there for the beer. I had a burger and spicy watermelon soup. It was incredible. The pizza was top notch. Dogfish Head is, as far as I can tell, the best craft brewery in America. Stone and Bells are pretty solid, but the stuff they do here is amazing.

    (5)

  • Rodge B.

    Not really into the microbrew thing, so I usually stick with the Lawnmower Light when I go to DFH. The chicken and shrimp club on the dark toast is GOOD. The best time to go is in September when the weather is still nice and the crowds aren't as big. And they're sure to get bigger with the Brew Masters show on TV.

    (4)

  • Mike B.

    Great beer, nice place. Really good thin fresh cut fries.

    (4)

  • Alex P.

    I love dogfish beer and I was dreaming of finally coming to this establishment. Stick to the beer and appetizers, the main plates are a disappointment. Still going here today after coming last night but it's a shame I'll have to go somewhere else for dinner to make the wife happy.

    (4)

  • Laura D.

    Our favorite place to go - for both a family outing with the little ones, and a night out on the town. Service is always great. Food is always good. And, of course the wonderful collection of good brews. We avoid going in the summer, as it get's insanely hectic. Other than that, can't say enough. Make sure you try the bacon stout cheesecake...you won't be sorry!

    (5)

  • Green G.

    On the road again. Took opportunity to visit one of the mecca's of craft ales and was not disappointed. Had the Beard de Garde. Truly a unique and memorable treat. So many flavors and layers! Also enjoyed the wood fired pizza. Good service, knowledgable staff. Recommended.

    (5)

  • Dom R.

    It is true, DFH Beer tastes better here! Stick to what Sam is known for being good at...DFH makes great BEER people, not food! Really, the food isn't all that bad. It was actually pretty solid considering all of the negative reviews people have written about the food. Pro Tip: The food tastes better after you've downed a couple DFH brews. I recommend the beer flights to try as many (why not all?) brews they have available on draft from one of the best Craft Brewers in the United States. Go for all the exceptional beers, stay for some food. And for dessert, I recommend the Peanut Butter Vodka. Yes, I said PB Vodka. And, yes I said for dessert. Don't believe me.

    (4)

  • Lisa R.

    This place is located right in the middle of a tourist trap. The road that leads to the restaurant is lined with "crap" shops and cheesy restaurants. It's a welcome change of pace for me to see this type of cheesiness outside of Time Square. The restaurant/brewery isn't as large as I thought it would be but it's packed and full of really friendly folks. You can easily tell everyone enjoying the Dogfish brews. My bf and I tried out several of the brews on tap. However, these stood out the most to me: the Shelter Pale Ale which was nice, slightly malty and very drinkable; the Fermentini which was very interesting since I'm a huge fan of gin martinis, was a great try but isn't something I would want more than a pint of at one time. The food was pretty good too. The pizza with goat cheese and mushrooms was a huge flavor blast. Although we didn't order it, I really wish I had their mac-n-cheese because the lady beside me must have weighed 90 pounds and cleaned her plate of it! (Talk about a true recommendation!) Overall, this place was lively and loads of fun.

    (4)

  • Matthew A.

    The food was very good, but the service was slow. It took forever for the food to get to the table and it took a long time just to get salt. The fish tacos were flavorful and moist, and the pizza was delicious. The burger was cooked perfectly and the salmon sandwich was tasty.

    (4)

  • Lisa S.

    Amazing beer and amazing food!

    (5)

  • Len D.

    I'm a big fan of IPA's and also all of Dogfish Head's beer. Those bitter beer lover's who haven't tried the 60, 90, or if it's in season the 120 minute IPA then you have to come here and get it on tap. I don't think there is anything better than that. One thing I didn't know, is they distill alcohol now too. I didn't get to try it, but I was told they have tours at 4:30 on certain days. One thing to note for those who haven't tried their beers, the pattern is very hoppy and usually a lot higher in alcohol than most beers. The food was excellent. I had the fish and chips which was good , but I don't think I would pay $16 to get it again. I tried my girlfriend's burger (the indulgence) which was served in a focaccia bread. I don't like burgers served in focaccia because its usally really hard and sometimes too crunchy. But this bread was soft and I was suprised how good the burger was. What suprised me the most was the dessert. We had the Sundae served with beer chocolate sauce and hop infused brownies. For those who might be scared you don't really taste the hops or the beer in the chocolate, but it does add something different to both that is hard to describe. I am definetely coming here again whenever I come home to SJ.

    (5)

  • Eric F.

    The beers were tasty ($6 a piece - not listed) The Namaste had a wonderful hint of lemongrass. The Positive Contact had many intriguing layers. The portabella sandwich was substantial and actually quite a messy eat. The veggie burger was better than standard grocery store versions for sure. The service was prompt and friendly. The bathrooms need an upgrade badly.

    (4)

  • M G.

    Food was great but service was lacking. Our server spent time with smaller groups and was not in the running for the 20% gratuity that was added due to the size of the party.

    (3)

  • Christopher N.

    Decent, choose beers for sampler wisely. The beer variety is plentiful, yet I didn't like the ones I chose, at least they were just 4 oz glasses. Food was decent, hence the 3 star decent rating.

    (3)

  • Phil H.

    My wife and I have been coming to Dogfish since it opened and at one time was a requisite for any trip to Rehoboth. Not so much now. The management apparently does not care if the customers are satisfied and the food is good. All they care about is sales and with the crowds outside, why should they. With a captive audience in Rehoboth they have absolutely no reason to improve the service and the food. If it wasn't for the good beer, this place would be shuttered a long time ago. I see the owner Sam Calagione from time to time at beer tastings and the Best of Delaware and more than one occasion told him the quality of his resturuant is declining and he always tells me he is getting new management, etc....blah blah blah...I will still go in for a great beer but as far as food is, go next door to the Fin Bar for happy hour and get a great burger and great fries along with cheap pints. Or go across the street to Fins. Much better food and service. Get with the program Sam

    (3)

  • Allyson P.

    5 stars for the beer and three for the food. Dogfish Head's beer is amazing, and they serve bottles at the restaurant for less than you can buy them at stores in DC-definitely a plus. Food wasn't that impressive though. I got to try shark for the first time, which was kind of exciting. It was on a kabob though, and some of the pieces were a bit overcooked, making them kind of tough. The flavor was nice though, and the pieces that were less well cooked were really good. A couple of people got burgers and weren't particularly happy with them. The bread was dry, and the burgers somehow weren't real flavorful, in spite of being topped with cheddar cheese, and onion ring and crumbled bacon. Fries were also kind of mushy. Service was really friendly, the outside tables are great, and we never felt rushed, even though there was a long line of people waiting for tables.

    (4)

  • Brent G.

    Not only is the beer exceptional, but the food is locally sourced and delicious. The burger was divine, and the chocolate cheesecake is exceptional. This is also you chance to taste brews in the Dogfish Head R&D pipeline!!

    (5)

  • Brian R.

    Wow - a brewpub with good food! What the ? I think this is the first time I've been to a brewpub that actually tastes good. Really cool place, world class beers, a worthy stop for anyone who enjoys choice drink. They even have dogfish liquor which I was completely unaware of. I like how they feed the cows they cook the refuse from the brewery. By the way the burgers were delicious!

    (4)

  • Emily G.

    Appetizers were amazing!- get the fried pickles and calamari. Beers were delicious. Dinner was great!- pizzas were good, although my mother reports the roast beef was 'ok'. Dessert was disgusting!- we were somehow talked into the bacon cheesecake, seriously awful! We told our server and he prompted responded that some people just don't like it- those people are us! Will def be back to try the bread pudding!

    (4)

  • Stephanie O.

    This is one of my favorite places to eat and drink in Rehoboth Beach. The food is good, the service is friendly, and the beverages are amazing. The only problem is that lots of people agree with me, so it's often crowded as hell and noisy as a result. That's the only reason I don't give DFH 5 stars. Seriously, I love them!

    (4)

  • Kori B.

    Let me clear the air first. I love Dogfish Head brew. I love that I can get to try all their beers (that are currently being made) here. I love that they have their own vodka here too. The food here on the other hand. Blah. My crab cake sandwich was bland and cold. The fries were eh. I was expecting better from these guys! I'd come back, but just to pick up some beer to go, which they conveniently sell!

    (2)

  • Josh K.

    Done Fetching What makes beer fans so crazy about Dogfish? Is it their hop forward nature, boozy blastoffs, creative interpretations of ancient Mayan recipes or over hyped cult status as the ultimate palate pusher of off centered beers that often taste too off for my taste? When it's all said and done, what legacy does Dogfish leave behind besides a shitty restaurant, hard to pronounce beer names, stripped down beer ingredient listing labels, stop watched timed IPA's, or unpoundable, highly alcoholic brews that should have DUI written all over them? I hate to come off as a jaded ex-lover but I'm no longer gaga over Dogfish. It's no longer love at first sip. Now, the thrill barely lasts past my first throw down. Nonetheless, I entered the original Dogfish Restaurant in Rehoboth Beach like a pumped up, overly anxious, virgin that couldn't wait to sample the real thing straight from the creamy, flowy taps. I tried the Raison, Palo Santo and Burton Baton for old time sake to see if it could match the intense joy that I felt from that first showering splash. But I didn't burst with joy or get off from these hard to locate servings. These once beautiful babies failed to take my breath away and get me up for anymore sud spilling adventures. Then again, the sherry drowned crab soup and flavorless Mac and Cheese didn't get me in the mood for another lackluster throw down or any deeper exploration either. When I first sampled exotic beers from Dogfish like their gold winner, Midas Touch, I got tickled with joy by that initial mouth-feel of lush, orange honey that coated my virgin lips. But that thrill faded once I slurped it all down because it tasted too sweet for my taste, and when I inhale a beer I don't want to taste perfume down there, I want to taste liquid bread. I understand that beers like Midas Touch stimulate the imagination and open up our palates to what beer can be made into which is a noble, admirable mission yet don't expect me to blow a wad or any more cash on these stroked over joy rides. When I think of great beer, I think of an Unearthly IPA from Southern Tier that wets my appetite for more that also comes alive in my mouth from top to bottom. I can't say that any Dogfish beer has been able to sustain that level of anticipated excitement. The 90 Minute IPA is a nice beer but how great is it when it takes me 90 minutes to finish my second? Craft beer still only represents 3% of the beer sales in the US, so there is still plenty of room for another craft brewer like Southern Tier to become a bigger beer player than Dogfish knowing that they have more signature, drinkable, mind opening beers that can finally push more conservative beer drinkers on to the other side.

    (2)

  • Jennine P.

    Probably the best place to grab a bite and a beer in Rehoboth! Amazing service and the top selection of craft beer! Definitely coming back for more real soon! We found out about this place after visiting the brewery in Milton, it was highly recommended. We are glad we made the drive to try it! All worth the hour and 45 min drive to get here, and it's so conveniently located near shops and the beach! I'd give it more than 5 stars!

    (5)

  • Jessie S.

    Really liked the food here. The pretzel bites appetizer was good, I loved my turkey burger and I tried a slice of the simple enquiry pizza that my mother ordered and really liked it. Since I don't drink alcohol I can't comment on the beer really (although my brother liked the chicory stout a lot), but I would definitely return for the food.

    (4)

  • Rory F.

    Amazing craft beer, above average food, outdoor seating, distillery, all just several blocks from the beach and boardwalk in Rehobeth. If you're a true hop head and you're here on a weekday around happy hour, ask if they're using Randall. Randall the Enamel Animal is a Dogfish-designed dryhopping filter that is attached between a keg of IPA and your glass. The beer runs through the whole hops and the alcohol pulls the oil from the hops, infusing your beer with one final shot of hoppiness. Sam Calagione, the founder of DFH, dubbed it Randall the Enamel Animal because people said that it made the beer so hoppy that it felt like it was stripping the enamel from your teeth. Ask if they have any of their experimental brews on tap. Once in a while the brew doctors at the brewery in Milton will make a few kegs worth of something crazy and serve it up at the brewpub. This is the only place it's available. If people love it here, it could become the next major release. The food is pub fare but I'd say that it's well above average. They have wood-fired pizza, a good selection of seafood and salads in addition to the burger and sandwich staples you'd expect. Much of the food is locally sourced from the Delmarva peninsula. A good example is the beef from cows on a nearby ranch. The cows are fed the leftover beer barley from the DFH brewing process, so there's a little bit of beer in that burger! It's the circle of life! At a window outside they sell beer-to-go in growlers, as well as 6-packs. 6-packs and cases are 10-20% cheaper than retail stores. They also sell all kinds of logo merchandise including t-shirts, hats, sweatshirts, and even Dogfish Head infused soap. I think it's important to note that the Dogfish Head Alehouse locations in Gaithersburg, Maryland and Falls Church, Virginia are under completely independent ownership and management. They serve the DFH beers and license the name and brand. The food menu at these places is completely different than the original, DFH-owned Brewpub in Rehobeth. I've had decent experiences at these places but they shouldn't be confused with the real deal.

    (5)

  • Jess W.

    Service/management is horrible... Almost make me not want to buy their beer anymore. Why support a product when there own employees have no respect for what they are selling. Total disappointment!

    (1)

  • Greg K.

    Sam, I love what you've done for the craft beer industry. I even got the chance to try a "experimental" batch of Urkontinent at the pub before you started bottling it. You've got some amazing brews that have changed many of the die-hard palates of the InBev/Miller-Coors zombies. But, buddy, you gotta work on the menu. I gotta take 1 star off only for that. Sorry, but the food doesn't match the beer. (And, I've met you twice at 'Savor' both in D.C. and in 2013 in NYC, but needless to say not the venue to be handing you my probably-unwanted advice.)

    (4)

  • Jessica M.

    For his birthday, my boyfriend wanted to tour the Dogfish Head Brewery and spend the remainder of the day at the Brewpub. The Brewery tour was awesome. The bartender pouring the samples for the tastings and our tour guide were both very nice and entertaining. We loved our experience at the Brewery and stocked up on a bunch souvenirs. We headed to the Brewpub for a late lunch and we were completely turned off. The place wasn't busy. They had a steady flow of customers, but there were still several empty tables. Our waitress was all smiles and nice, but disappeared a lot. The crab and corn chowder was good. I had wings with the Palo Santo Marron BBQ sauce. They were ok. They probably would have been better if they were at least warm. They were COLD. I was shocked. My boyfriend had the Antelope Sliders and they were cold as well. They weren't as cold as my wings, but I wondered if our food sat around for a while before it was delivered to our table. Our plan was to move to the bar and drink until we were hungry for dinner then move back to a table. Cold food and not-so-great service was a huge turn-off. The beer was the best part of course! We ended up at another restaurant closer to our hotel. This place had great food, and had Dogfish Head 60 Min IPA on tap, so it wasn't a completely wasted weekend. I'd like to visit the brewpub again in the hopes of having a better experience. Unfortunately, it's a 3 hour drive from home, so maybe I'll go again in a couple of years. Even though this was a negative review on the brewpub, Dogfish Head is still high on my list of favorite beer!

    (2)

  • George R.

    13 of us rode beach cruisers over the ferry and after a gorgeous 8 mile bike ride and ended up at dogfish about 2 on a Saturday . Place was jamming but grabbed a couple seats at bar. We tasted lots of beer which all were really good. Bartenders were excellent, as we also had their own distiller flavored vodka. The blood orange was only so-so but the peanut butter vodka was surprising very good.. I had cup of white bean and sausage w/ jalapeño soup , this was a really deep flavored soup. Split a roast beef sandwich w/ fresh French fries, excellent sandwich w/ really tasty beef. I thought this place was really on top of their game

    (3)

  • Vladimir G.

    Meh. I feel like this place is trying too hard. Their beers are great, no question asked but the food is way too overpriced for what it was. I am sorry but a tomato salad with 3 pieces of tomato in it does not worth $10. I though this place was famous because of their great mushroom mac & cheese dish, but it was bitter with one piece of mushroom on a side. There are other great restaurants in this town so I would go there first before trying this place out. Sad to say but this is Ocean City food with DC prices.

    (2)

  • Becca R.

    So I have to update my review about the veggie burger. Not worth getting now. They switched to using the Morningstar Farms black bean 1/4lb frozen patties that you get at Costco. Gross. The beer is still good, the fried pickles are still good, according to the spouse the falafel that is now on the menu is good. So I guess if you are a vegetarian skip the burger and go with the falafel.

    (3)

  • MissEasy T.

    Dear Sam, your beer is the best in the world. we both could live off of your beer and eat no food at all. This, as it turns out, is a good thing, since the food at the pub the other day was not edible. Additionally, we stopped by the gift shop window on the way out and asked the young guy behind the counter a question. He mumbled a barely audible answer and could not have looked more disinterested at helping a nice middle-aged couple buy a couple of sweatshirts. We were pretty disappointed as we were hungry and quite parched from having just driven for over 3 hours (though the sublime beer did ease our pain quite a bit...). We did love our trip and tour of the brewery last year and bought a trunk-load of happiness that day but I think in the future, we will save the pub for a final last call and eat elsewhere when visiting Rehoboth.

    (2)

  • Robyn W.

    Let me preface this by saying that I am not an unreasonable person, in fact, I am a very patient, understanding person. We (4 of us and a baby) were there early (6:00) on a Friday night.....it was a cold evening. We walked in and immediately the host with an attitude said that it was against fire code to have a stroller in the restaurant...WTF?!! There was a 10 minute wait, but we would have to wait outside in the cold.... A. it wasnt even crowded and B. WTF???? I really wasnt clear what the issue was....and he was such an a$$ about it, so we left....I guess the bottom line this place is FAR from CHILD FRIENDLY....in fact, kids in strollers are not even welcome...even if it's for lunch or an early dinner. WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE FOR "STROLLERS". The host could definitely use some customer service and people skills as well....cant comment on the food, as we didnt make it that far.........DONT GO IF YOU HAVE A KID.......

    (1)

  • Carolyn B.

    dogfish head is a great brewpub - they make all of their own beer and i think they are the top brewer in DE (because there is SO much competition...). we stopped in for drinks on a saturday night, and it wasnt too crowded. some people were eating dinner, some at the bar, and some (like us) just having a few drinks post-dinner and some dessert. there was a band playing, good but way too loud! it seemed like a fun spot to go any night to grab a beer and hang out.

    (4)

  • Morgan M.

    We had our 10 month old in a stroller with us and the staff were so welcoming to us. We sat outside and had great service. They were able to allow us to bring our stroller on the deck and the waitress was super sweet to our little guy. We had 2 flights of beer and the "dogpile" to start. Then we each had one of the burgers. I had the scrapple burger and my husband had the southern burger. The food was above average but not amazing....the beer was amazing though!! Great service - excellent ambience - awesome beer - above average food. Overall, 4 stars!

    (4)

  • Jeff D.

    Not much to say that the almost 600 reviewers before me haven't said. DFH is and always has been one of my favorite breweries. They make everything from your standard IPA to the funkiest of the funky. Although I can't say, I like every beer by them, I always give them credit for experimenting and trying something new. With that being said, I was stoked when I finally got a chance to visit the brew pub. My buddies and I came here on a Friday over 4th of July weekend, yet we were still able to find a parking spot and got seated immediately. Minus a minor debacle with our waitress spilling a beer on my buddy, our service was pretty good. She even gave us some pretzel bites on the house and didn't charge us for one of our beers. The burgers were top notch and the beer selection was pretty solid. I went with American Beauty and Raison D'Etre as my beers of choice, which were both delicious. I suppose my only minor complaint is that they didn't have any beers on tap that I haven't had before. I've had a lot of DFH beers but there's also a few that I've never had, some of which I would assume would only be available at the brewery and brew pub. Maybe the brewery, but no such luck at the brew pub. If you're a beer lover, love great food or planning a trip to Rehoboth Beach, be sure to stop by Dogfish Head.

    (4)

  • Larissa J.

    I am so glad I was finally able to get to the brewery. What an intense vibe this restaurant/bar has and maybe that's because I was there at the height of tourist/beach season but there was such a buzz. It was a busy, busy Friday night but everyone was courteous, attentive and efficient at getting order out and drinks prepared. I ended up sitting at the bar because I was only stopping by for a pint but Corey and Mike were awesome that I ended up staying for a flight as well as some pretzel bites and I am so glad I did! Everything was delicious and all of the beer was so tasty that I went home with a growler. My suggestions are the beers that are infused with mead or with wine - they are just so interesting!!!

    (5)

  • Jackie R.

    Me: "Would you judge me if I drink this truffle mustard like one of the beer samples?" Mark S.: "No." That is the stuff a great marriage is made of, folks. The ingredients in that truffle mustard and the bacon chocolate cheesecake, are almost as good. We know Dogfish Head makes great beer (Sah'tea is perhaps my favorite beer of all time), but who knew their food would be incredible, too. My only complaint is that they were out of a lot of the beers that were also out at the brewery, but luckily we were able to grab some bottles of the stuff we wanted to try at the store on the way out. Definitely a place to try if you're in the Rehoboth area!

    (4)

  • Marcia W.

    food has improved tremendously over the last 2 years. Can now say food as good as the beer! Sept to April brings lots of experimental batches of great beer. Always loaded with flavors and hops. May- Sept they go back to their standards which are all classics and good. A great atmosphere, friendly people, friendly staff - always fun.

    (4)

  • Deneise T.

    9/5/15 Came in and was not surprise with the wait, 40-45 min, due to Labor Day weekend. It was a nice day so waiting was no worry. Atmosphere: There are two floors. Both floors have completely different feels as mentioned by one of the reviewers. We were sat on the 2nd floor which had more of a relaxed feel. Groups of 4 are sat at little square tops and there is barely any space for food. The table behind us spilled their liquor on each other even before taking a sip. One of the ladies who ordered red wine was not amused at all. Prior to them getting that table, a family of 3 with a 6-8 year old kid was sat there, but requested to be moved immediately. There was a table of an extremely loud group, laughing and yelling on the top of their lungs in our section. I know it is a bar/restaurant, but it would great if the families are put in a different section from loud and cursing guests. Food: food is okay. We ordered poutine - duck fat fried fries - for appetizer, and for entrée we got ribs, chicken and waffles, and indulgence burger. The duck fat fried fries tasted weird. Fries, duck meat chunks, melted cheese, green onions, and old thanksgiving gravy put into one odd dish. I wouldn't get it again, nor would I recommend it, but it is a good bar food because CARBS. Ribs came with very salty corn and salty beans. My friend had to remove the spice or whatever they had put on it. Lots of beer was consumed by my friend to wash off the taste of the sea in his mouth. The dish is a heart attack waiting to happen. The indulgence burger was alright. Needed more flavor - thank goodness for salt/pepper. I had the chicken and waffle and it was pretty good. Didn't like the sriracha maple syrup that came with it. It was a very odd combination. The waffle was nice and crunchy and the chicken was chicken. Fries were fresh and perfect. BEER. BEER is what this place is all about. I had the Festino pêche and although it had a vinegary/sour first taste then a nice smooth taste later, I enjoyed it. It was not like any other beer I had tried. My group didn't like it but I liked it. My BF got the sampler (or whatever the 4 drink combo thing is called) and we asked our server Jeanine to pick the beers for us. We got the wet hop, hell puppy, oracle, and cask. The best drink out of the four was the cask which was the hoppy-est one (it's an IPA). I would totally recommend coming in doing the four sampler and then get the beer you enjoyed the most. Overall, food is meh, beer is YEAH, atmosphere is so-so and depends on the day.

    (3)

  • Harry P.

    This is dogfish head's brewpub, where you can find their beer, their new line of spirits they distill and food cooked with their beer. I had the soft shell crab sandwich, it was awesome, Topped with a creme sauce and a slaw on the bottom, it had great flavor. I wish the crab was a little more crispy though. Our waiter was actually the guy working the food truck at the brewery the day before. They have great sausage and the fried pickles were great. Speaking of pickles, my favorite spirit they had was the pickle vodka, it was crazy good. I recommend to come and chill here, grab a flight of beer or spirits or both, and enjoy.

    (4)

  • Maegan P.

    I've been wanting to check this place out for years and glad we finally did. Arrived at real people dinner time (later than planned) and it was PACKED. Benefit of dinner at a brewery: never mind the wait when you can grab a beer and catch up with family in the meantime. Our estimated wait was 40 minutes and it did take about that long to get a table. Started out with a Namaste. A good, wheaty beer. Didn't get a ton of complexity from it but, if you like Hefes and the sort, it'll probably float your boat (get it? It's a beach pun...) We were seated outside which was quite nice. The patio area is small but plenty of space once you are seated. When I wanted to move on to another beer, the waitress was very accommodating and offered a sample b/c I couldn't decide between a couple of them. I settled on the sixty-one just for something different. I'm a bit of a hop-head and this was a cool twist on their regular sixty-minute with some sweetness from the grapes. The food was certainly a notch above what you're usually able to find in the area. Not your run-of-the-mill beach eats. A lot of tempting burgers, fresh fare, fried pickles, and plenty of options spiked with their beers. I thought that was a unique touch; not something I see done at many breweries anymore. Two beers gave me a nice enough buzz to not want to drive down the street to the boardwalk. Fortunately, we had a sober driver. Their parking lot is small and you cannot leave your car there so, if you'd like to continue your journey after drinking, definitely cab it or park in a metered spot so you can pay for more time. So why only 4 stars? The growlers were overpriced. Maybe I'm just used to things being super cheap in Nashville. The growler were similarly priced to the ones at Ocean City Brewing Company but just a bit too much for me. It would have been nice to bring home some beer but, all in all, it was a good experience.

    (4)

  • Sharon S.

    This restaurant needs to change their website as they are NOT kid friendly or family friendly. I was with a party with a stroller and we weren't allowed in. Both the chick with the man-face selling t-shirts and the hostess were extremely rude and unprofessional. I would rather eat at a rest stop with the creepy guys in Deliverance than eat here.

    (1)

  • Jim R.

    Being a local, we get to enjoy Dogfish Head Pub often. We are never disappointed. Today 4 of us shared 'The Dogpile'. Yummy, cheesy goodness served piping hot. Huge, juicy burgers were the order of the day for us. We each had our favorite toppings including a bacon stuffed giant onion ring! It was a chilly day so the hot cider with honey rum was perfect, as was the Indian Brown Ale. Our server was attentive and friendly. She seemed to genuinely enjoy her job and customers. What a nice change from some of our recent encounters elsewhere. Can't wait to visit again. Take the brewery tour in Milton when you're one the area. Fun and informative!

    (5)

  • Elizabeth H.

    I went to Dogfish with some girlfriends while visiting Rehoboth Beach on 7/26/15. I thought. I was somewhat familiar with Dogfish having been to their location in Gaithersburg, MD. I was surprised to learn from our waitress that there is no connection between the 2 locations (other than the use of the name). I am going to start with what the restaurant needs to improve on and finish with why I am giving it 3 stars. Several of the menu items my girlfriends selected like the falafel sandwich and chicken and waffles were no longer available when we arrived. The restaurant (at least on the bottom floor) was packed making it hot and very loud. It was almost impossible to have a conversation with girlfriends. The 1 bathroom was very hot (felt close to 92 degrees when I closed the door) and slightly disgusting. However with all that being said the food was good. I had pizza with a crust made from their beer. I thought. It was really nice use of the restaurant tying together their main product with the food. I loved the beer the waitress selected for me. I believe it was called ninety-one. My girlfriends who ordered the seasonal peach beer also enjoyed their selection. Our waitress did a really good job considering the kitchen was running out of food and the restaurant was packed. I never felt ignored and really appreciated how apologetic she was about the lack of menu options. Dogfish also held our table (when we arrived they said it was going to be a 45 minute wait so we decided to walk down to the boardwalk). Our table was called (they text you when your table is ready) in under the 45 minutes (and with a "brisk" walk back from the boardwalk) we arrived 10 minutes after the text. I was happy and surprised that they hadn't given our table away. In a nutshell a solid option if you're in the area but don't plan for an intimate conversation with your dining companions.

    (3)

  • Sarah W.

    Drove here with three friends from Ocean City, MD on a Saturday for dinner. We got there around 5:30ish and was told there was a 30 minute wait, so we ordered a round from the bar. The second we got our beers we were told our table was ready, so that was pretty cool (I was starting to become hangry so it was in everyone's benefit that I didn't have to wait a full 30 minutes). I tried the Firefly ale and looooooved it, I wish I could buy it from a liquor store because it would def be my go to summer beer. We all got the chicken and waffle sandwich and it was TO. DIE. FOR. Sriracha maple syrup, hi yes A+. The fried chicken was cooked perfectly. The waffles were fluffy and sweet, but not overly so. Just yes, one of my favorite sandwiches of my life. I am pretty small and the sandwich was fairly big and I ate the whole thing- I regret nothing. Two out of our group of four were growing boys who required appetizers in addition to their sandwiches. They got the calamari and the pretzel bites. I can't speak for the calamari but I'm not even embarrassed to say that the 60 minute IPA white cheddar ale sauce that came with the pretzel bites was so good that I was dipping my finger in the ramekin and eating it. I love sauce. Our waitress was bubbly and around when we needed here. My one gripe is that our meal actually came out before the boys appetizers arrived. I think it was a food runner mishap. However, everything was eaten so I guess it truly was nbd. I love it here and wish I lived closer so I could eat that damn sandwich every day.

    (5)

  • Michael N.

    Who doesn't love Dogfish Head? As you can imagine "Brewing & Eats" has some of the best beer around and really great food as well. The best part about this place are the exclusive beers that you really can't find anywhere else. As you can imagine, this place is pretty packed at most times, especially on the weekend. This past Saturday there was a 2+ hour wait for a table. The food was definitely worth the wait though. We had the fried pickles, the pretzel bites for appetizers and I went with the bacon onion ring burger. Everything was fantastic. The only thing that seemed weird to me is that given this is a beer bar, they probably could have had more than 2 bathrooms. The parking lot was also pretty tiny, so you may need to hunt a bit for parking in this area.

    (4)

  • Aaron M.

    Peanut butter vodka made in house. 'Nuff said. Seriously though, this is always a must stop for me while in Rehoboth. It's a crowd pleaser because their menu is big and has everything, from burgers to seafood. I had a scallops special here once over grits and it was really good. I don't usually like ordering grits when I'm up north because they tend to be pretty sucktacular but these were creamy and thick, like grits should be. Today I ordered a Ahi Tuna BLT. I ordered the tuna as rare as possible, like I always do, and they didn't disappoint. The sandwich was overall very good, the one slight disappointment is that the "kimchi" it came with was not at all spicy. Still a delicous sandwich, though. They also make their own beer and vodka, as previously mentioned. Their house bloody mix goes perfect with their pickle brine vodka. Down a few of these before heading to the boardwalk, you'll have a much better time. I'm not really a beer aficionado but they have LOTS of different craft brews if you're into that sort of thing. Service is always super friendly, and they even have their own parking lot so you don't have to deal with Rehoboth parking enforcement. You can even buy a bottle of peanut butter vodka to take home with you! Definitely one of the better places in downtown Rehoboth Beach.

    (4)

  • T.j. B.

    My wife, my dog and I had some time in Delaware. A quick look up showed that Dogfish Head was pet friendly. Let me tell you this is an understatement. We sat on the deck and all of the staff were wonderful. They all took great care of our dog. From water, to dog treats to tons of love and petting. On top of that the food was wonderful. I had a turkey burger for dinner which was great. The meat and cheese board as an appetizer was a perfect amount. Obviously, I don't need to say much about their beer; it is second to none. So in short, make sure to make this a stop in Delaware. If you have a pet, they will welcome you with open arms. By the way, Ka'i , our dog, raves about their turkey burger with no toppings. Thanks to everyone working on the deck on 9/11. We will definitely be back with our dog.

    (5)

  • Ron S.

    The beer speaks for itself. The food....is remarkable. Particularly the corn & crab chowder.....rivals the best chowder from New England. Throw some friendly service and clean bathrooms on top of that and it's top of its class.

    (5)

  • Herbie H.

    The best part of Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats is definitely the beer, which ultimately, is what you want from a brewery. The food was good and a nice companion to the beer. First, the beers. I had: The Noble Rot and the Sixty-One. Both were absolutely delicious and unique. Our server (whose name has slipped my mind), like every one else at Dogfish Head, was extremely knowledgable about the different beers - making recommendations & suggestions. I was drawn to the "RAPA Scrapple Burger". I love scrapple and love when it used outside of a diner. The burger was good, but had a few too many things going on. The burger, topped with scrapple, apple celeriac slaw, fried egg, and a Noble Rot hollandaise, placed on an english muffin was messy, but had it's moments of being really delicious. The good: the apple celeriac slaw and the Noble Rot hollandaise were fantastic. The burger itself was somewhat bland, and unfortunately, I was disappointed by the RAPA scrapple. It lacked the spice and intensity I look for in my scrapple. Also, the fried egg was over hard (which, helped with the messy aspect, but what's the point of an egg on a burger if the yolk isn't going to add a silky depth to the entire burger?) (Side note: I don't think anyone who ordered a burger was asked the doneness they preferred.) Other people in my party ordered some burgers, sandwiches, pizza, and the fish & chips. The fish & chips was the undoubted favorite. Our friend absolutely loved the fish & chips. Again, the service was great. A step above what you might expect from a casual beer/pub establishment. And, thankfully, the food was a decent supporting player where the main attraction is the incredible beer.

    (4)

  • Ray M.

    Dogfish Head brewery can't disappoint. Awesome food, amazingly friendly staff, great beer and comfortable atmosphere. The restaurant is very popular in the summer, but is also open year round. Live bands on the weekends, even in the off season. Please don't plan on eating low calorie foods here. You'll miss out on all the really tasty menu items that are offered.

    (5)

  • Samantha R.

    Came here twice in the week I was here. First of all, they are really super nice here. All of the bartenders greet you with a handshake and introduce themselves. Wow. The food is is not bad either. I had salmon on a salad for lunch and the fish was really good. So much I went back for dinner one evening. My friend and I both ordered a salad special and it was really good. And don't think they only serve beer, full bar. Place was packed for dinner and we found a place to sit at bar. Atmosphere is casual, alittle noisy but not too much. And you don't feel rushed at all. I would definately go back next time I am in town!

    (5)

  • Jonah Y.

    We had high hopes for this place based on the reviews it got but the overall food experience was just ok. The staff is top notch and our service was worth 5 stars for sure but the food lacked in taste. We started out with the hummus which was the best part of the meal. It had great flavor and the marinated olives were a great compliment. I ordered the fish tacos and my wife ordered the fish and chips. the fish tacos were not good. they came on four stale hard taco shells and the fish was shredded so you couldn't even determine what type of fish it was or how it was prepared. The fish tacos I'm used to are either blackened or pan seared and you actually bite into a piece of fish, not what was the consistency of canned tuna. I was very disappointed. My wife fish and chips was just the opposite, cooked perfectly. she got two pretty big pieces of fish that was cooked to perfection. the outside was golden and crispy and the inside was moist and flaky. the fries were damn good too. Another thing Id like to say about this place is that is is very kid friendly. In a beach destination where families are looking for a good place to take the whole family, this is definitely your place. they are very accommodating to families with small kids. Everyone has abad day...if we go back to Rehoboth Beach, We will give it another try.

    (3)

  • Drew M.

    Visiting Dogfish was a momentous occasion in my life. Luckily, the food, the service, and the libations held up to my expectations. The Southern burger was perfect. My friend ordered the chicken and waffle sandwich. A delicious, ingenious creation. And the beer... Oh, the beer. The 120 Minute IPA was intense. I had to grab a growler on my way out. My visit was on a Saturday night and the band inside was LOUD. I fortunately procured a seat on the patio. Attentive service. One item off of my bucket list.

    (4)

  • Laura G.

    I really wish I wasn't so hungover when coming here so I could have enjoyed their beers. Buy hey, their bathrooms are nice! Wait was only about 15 minutes for 3 people on a Sunday afternoon - not bad. We started with the fried pickles. YUMMMM sooo good! Watch out though, they're super hot. The mustard that comes with it doesn't taste like mustard (I dont like mustard) but I lovedddd the sauce. I ordered the indulgence burger medium - topped with bacon, cheese, and an onion ring. Really really good, and perfectly cooked I had a side of potato salad, not my fav because I could taste some mustard flavor. But others who like mustard would probably love it. The waitress was cool too! My friend made a joke about our to-go "box" and she went right along with it. Still dying laughing.

    (5)

  • Cassie J.

    I'm disappointed to say the least.-- but I had high hopes. Heard they had their own vodka line- got a PB Martini.. I know martinis are strong but JESUS.. I couldn't get past three sips of the drink :\ We ordered the apps-- macaroni and cheese, fried pickles, and pizza (half sausage, half plain). Mac and cheese--- too crunchy-- ruined the rest of the taste. Pizza-- ok had the sausage juice not cooked onto the plain side of the pizza.. still tasted like sausage. Fried pickles-- probably the best thing there. Beer was good of course.. Food subpar. Service was ehhh-- kind of loud in there--- hard to find our waitress at times... took a very long time for small items and drinks. Store outside was kind of nightmare too.. no prices on anything.

    (3)

  • Jason F.

    Sat outside on the deck to accommodate our larger group with baby. Waitress was very welcoming and informative - impressive since it was her first day. Tried a 4 beer flight. The waitress had me write the beers that I wanted on the flight card label, which it easy for her to get and me to remember which beer I was drinking. I liked the 60 min IPA, but was not in love with any of the beers I tried (seasonals/rarities) that made me want to buy a 6 pack from the gift shop. I did however end up buying the $25 peanut butter vodka - hopefully it goes well with Dr. Pepper like the guy suggested. As far as food goes, my parents got the crab cake, I got a personalized pizza, and my gf got the fish and chips. Didn't try the crab cake, but my mom enjoyed it. My dad said there was noticeable filler and was not entirely lump meat either, but he still liked it. The pizza was good and plenty big for 1 person. Easily could have split an app with the pizza with another person. The crust I would call a thin deep dish, but not greasy. The fish and chips were my personal favorite. Everything is beer infused. The cole slaw was unique, but good, the fish was delicious, and the fries were also seasoned nicely. Place is a tad pricey, but makes for a good lunch spot up from the boardwalk. They have a small off street parking lot, which is helpful and allow dogs on the deck.

    (4)

  • A L.

    oh Mann When at Rehoboth, be sure to come here and try out their beer I went here with a bunch of my friends for a day beach trip and stumbled upon this gem! I had the indulgence burger (which was huge and heavenly) and it was absolutely delicious. i really liked the siracha maple syrup that comes with the chicken and waffle, so if you like that try! I also tried Festina Peche, which is brewed with peaches and it was quite tasteful, couple of my friends tried different IPAs and mmmm you can never go wrong. price is a little high, but ask for outdoor seating on a nice day and you will be satisfied. The server was so sweet, we had nine people and she split all the checks and was so pleasant about it. Definitely made the 45 minutes wait worth it. Will come back!

    (5)

  • Kimberly T.

    If you are anywhere near here you need to go. Like right now. Not even kidding. We ordered Corn & Crab Chowder. I wasn't sure what to expect and the soup looked a little thin. We'll let me just say that it was some of the best Corn & Crab chowder I've ever had. It is full of flavor. There is a very healthy portion of crab in it. It was good to the last drop. We ordered a pizza called The Revolutionist. Again, there was flavor out if the wazoo!! It has wood fired grilled chicken and house made sausage along with several other toppings. All of the flavors were harmonious together. You couldn't eat just one piece. Their pizzas are personal size and they are the perfect size. The crust is not quite thin but not quite thick. There is a little bit of crispiness to the edges of the crust. And let's talk about the Duck Poutine. OMGosh!! I will be dreaming about it. Handcut fries, cheese curds, gravy, and big bites of duck. You truly want to lick the plate and maybe even order a second plate. Lastly we shared a meatloaf sandwich. (Thank Goodness there were 3 of us sharing). Again a large portion of some of the tastiest meatloaf known to man. We were more than happy to dig in and clean the plate. This is not your mama's meatloaf. Beer is DogFish. Nothing here is bad. Be sure to check out the stuff that is only available at the Brewings & Eats location. Samplers are available up to five styles along with pints. Beer/ tshirts/ swag is also available on site as well to go. Top all of it off with fantastic service! No question or hesitation of giving them 5 stars!

    (5)

  • Allan R.

    As a (currently inactive due to moving country...) real beer brewer myself, I have followed developments at Sam Calagione's Dogfish Head Brewery ever since stumbling across one of his books years ago. I love his outlook on life & applaud what they've done, so I jumped at the chance to visit the DFH brew pub when we passed through Rehoboth Beach on the penultimate day of a 2 month, 8000 mile road trip across the US. Actually we came here for lunch, did the brewery tour in the afternoon and returned again in the evening for drinks :) The staff were friendly and knowledgeable, the atmosphere is great, and they have "experimental" batches of beer on tap that you can't get anywhere else. The food is imaginative & of high quality for a pub. Try the Palo Santo Marron Bacon Chocolate Cheesecake, it's delicious! Will definitely be back!

    (5)

  • Jeff K.

    Went to Dogfish Head for the first time. Had a very positive experience. Food and beer were good. Had a pizza and fried pickles. THE GOOD .. -texting option when table is ready -waitress was very friendly, courteous and allowed me to try a few beers before I made a decision...other food runners were also very polite too -stoneground mustard served with fried pickles was really good...so was the goat cheese ranch we asked for -craft beer was good -tons of beer and other alcohol options -well balanced menu for all tastes -water refilled promptly -bathroom was clean THE BAD... -finding parking can be a pain Overall a great first experience here! Definitely would return!

    (5)

  • Aracelis C.

    Naturally, amazing beer! Corn chowder is to die for. I literally felt my tastebuds open while eating the 24 hour Pork Confit Sandwich. Love this place.

    (5)

  • Natalie M.

    After a three hour drive from D.C. in the pouring rain we were ready for a beer. We arrived around 11 and they were serving only pizza from the menu, which was fine. We had to wait about 10 minutes for a table and right before we were seated a band started playing at the most ridiculously loud and obnoxious level. We couldn't even hear ourselves speak, nor could we hear the waitress and that made ordering a little difficult. Fortunately, we managed to get our orders in; I chose a pumpkin beer and a cheeseless pizza, with mushroom. My beer was great, but then I have yet to try a dogfish beer I don't like. My pizza was fine, nothing spectacular. The music remained loud throughout our meal, but at one point they decided to take a break and that was glorious. For a second beer I ordered the sah'tea, it tasted like chai and it was incredibly delicious! I enjoyed visiting this place and had the music been at a lower volume I'd give 4 stars because they have an amazing selection of beers and there's a nice, laidback vibe.

    (3)

  • Kathy F.

    Man, was this disappointing. Extremely long wait to eat mediocre food in a restaurant that looks like my college apartment in 1994. Let's put it this way: the best thing about the meal was the salty, garlicky side of broccoli raab. Beer was fine, too. We really wanted to love this place - have been trying to eat here the past 2 years we were here on vacation. It was just disappointing.

    (2)

  • Jeremy M.

    We have been to the Dogfish Alehouse many times in NOVA so when we planned our trip we made sure to go here. We were expecting the same Gluten Free options that the other locations have but were surprised they did not have GF food like the other locations. My wife normally does not mind coming because she can eat GF food and I can enjoy the beer. But she pretty much had to just eat a salad with almost nothing on it. It was pretty packed and we were lucky to find a spot at the bar. We bought some rum to go and had dinner. The wings were good and I must have come at a time when they had less brewpub rarities because the options were not that great. Overall, I would rather go to the Dogfish Ale House locations over this one. A little bit of a letdown. The brewery tour miles away was great though.

    (3)

  • Chris M.

    The food is fantastic, the beers are delicious and plentiful, and Ren provided the best service I've ever received at any meal. Not an exaggeration.

    (5)

  • wanda g.

    Great servive from Jeff the Bartender! 1st time here. Came for the turkey burger and it was AWESOME. I'm not really a beer drinker, but I tried the garlic breadth and it was good....they should keep this one in regular rotation. I will be back for the burger!

    (5)

  • J W.

    I had the pub salad with salmon. The wood fired salmon was very good. Crispy on the outside but very moist and tasty. Good atmosphere. Fast service. I would definitely come again.

    (4)

  • Alicia S.

    We went on a Saturday night completely prepared to wait a long time. It was the off season and we still had to wait about 45 minutes. This isn't a complaint, just FYI for anyone planning on visiting. The bar is neat, there are tons of things to try, I will go back 100 times just for that reason. I did not like the food at all. I had a Simple Enquiry pizza and it was not delicious and kind of gross, maybe it was an off night. My boyfriend loved his 24 Hour Pork Confit. We got fried pickles for an appetizer, they were fried pickles, not much else to say. We got the spirit flight which was just way too much for me, the spirits are really harsh, they reminded me of moonshine, I'm sure they're good for mixed drinks. The whole thing felt very, very rushed, they wanted us out as fast as possible as it is a tourist location, you cannot come here and enjoy food and drinks for a while on a weekend. The other thing is at the brewery our tour guide went on and on about how we just had to ask about the food and drink pairings at the brew pub, because that was the total purpose of the brewpub. Well, our waitress, had no clue at all when asked, neither did her manager. Maybe it was just an unprepared server. The shop outside had lots of beer and merch to go, everything the same as available at the brewery, nothing unique that you can't find in a DE liquor store. I didn't love or hate this place, I will try it again. I have no choice as my boyfriend was a huge fan.

    (3)

  • Hannah C.

    My boyfriend and I came down for vacation and this was our first stop...we ended up coming twice! Great, quick service both times. We shared the roasted garlic hummus, he had a veggie burger and I has the Festina Peche Gazpacho and pretzel sticks. Delicious!! All those beers to choose from are just gravy.

    (4)

  • Will H.

    Going to miss Tuesday Burger night for the next few months - best Tuesday dinner deal in rehoboth in the off season - hurry October! Either build your own or one of the creations - always good! Live music can get a little loud after 10 - but it is a beer pub after all!

    (4)

  • Kate G.

    Everything!!!! absolutely EVERYTHING from this place is freaking fantastic. I find myself craving the truffle fries sometimes... I need to get back there...

    (5)

  • Bob G.

    Enjoyed a late lunch the other day. I went for the beer and expected typical bar food. Pleasantly surprised when I had the meatloaf sandwich, which was great! My wife has an allergy which they took very seriously and accommodated. Thanks DFE!

    (5)

  • Ethan L.

    I've lost count of how many times I've been here. It is always a go to place when I visit, and there's almost never a day that goes by that I don't find myself dropping by. What surprises me the most isn't the beer it's the food. I've had just about everything on the menu here at one point or another, and it's all very nicely done. Ingredients are fresh, local, an attentive and nicely combined. Most importantly the emphasis at the pub is on dishes that not only pair well with the beers here, but also that have the beers included as ingredients themselves, such as a French Onion soup with Indian Brown Ale, or Mushrooms soaked in 60 minute Ipa. Also you can try out there spirits here as well, which often are even one offs you wont find elsewhere from interesting gin combinations, vodka flavorings, and fruity rums. Occasionally music at nights as well, with my only complaint that it's too loud for dining. So it goes, but always worth a stop to see what crazy brew Sam and company are up to next.

    (4)

  • Chris G.

    This place is the mecca for those who love Dogfish Head beers. The brewpub is located right on busy Rehoboth Avenue. There is free parking located on the premises, but the parking lot is small and most likely, you might have to feed the meter and park on the street. As we were walking to the pub, we passed a kiosk that is located right before the entrance. I thought this was an ingenious way to sell their products to customers who traveled near and far to enjoy the libations of Dogfish Head. Once we were seated, I noticed a sign that stated, "Think global and eat local". I agree with that philosophy. They offer standard pub grub with a few non-standard pub fare items. To start things off, I decided to go with a beer sampler, which came with six, four ounce cups of beer. I could not help notice a hand full of patrons with their cell phones out snapping pictures of their samplers - so I decided to do the same. For my meal, I ordered the wood grilled rockfish, which came with asparagus and rice. The fish had sun dried tomatoes and bacon glaze. My fish was moist and cooked very well. The glazed was good, but the sun-dried tomatoes with the fish were an odd combination. My food was good, but I think most people come here for the wide selection of Dog Fish beers. The food is a bonus.

    (4)

  • Valerie S.

    Best crabcake sandwich I've ever had, right here at Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats. I was waffling between getting that and the crab/corn/bacon bisque, and after I had a bite (sip?) of my friend's bisque, I knew I would have been happy with either. The restaurant itself is very casual with lots of beachy food options. Obviously, there are lots of beers available, and I tried "Red and White," this wit beer which had been housed in a Pinot Noir cask. So it tasted like wine beer. Weird at first, but actually quite good--the kind of drink I would only try at Dogfish Head itself. One kind of weird thing is that they don't list the prices of the beers on the menu. And don't pull that "If you have to ask you can't afford it" on me--this place has chalkboards and kids menus (really good ones, actually). Parking here is a pain, but luckily there is metered street parking all around with that convenient "pay by phone" option. Stop by for some beer and crab if you're in or around Rehoboth--you'll be glad you did.

    (4)

  • John D.

    Swung by there on a Friday afternoon. I'd say that I've only been to a few places in my 20 years drinking career that had slower bartenders. It's as if they were government employees working at the post office or something. Slow as molasses, and after 15 minutes I finally approached the hostess stand to ask how one actually goes about ordering a beer. She shrugged it off. I asked to speak to a manager so I could simply order, but one never came. I waited at the bar, and finally the bartenders took a break from socializing with regulars and other staff to take an order from me. I spent over 10 years in the bar/nightclub service industry, so it's not as if I was hiding under the bar wearing a ghillie suit or something. The only thing that keeps my crappy experience from being one star is the stellar beer. That being said, I see no reason to go back. If you don't want to earn money from customers, just put a sign on the door so that we'll go elsewhere.

    (2)

  • Benjamin M.

    Finally, a visit to the birthplace of Dogfish Head Brewing! No, I didn't bow down at the entrance...well, maybe I did in my head as I walked in. An empty stool was waiting for me at the bar and I sat down and looked around at where it all started. Naturally, all of their fine brews are listed on the chalkboard above the bar, as well as in a bound, drink menu. Avoiding the typical, tasty brews I've had before, I immediately figured out what was either a limited release or new seasonal to sample. I started with a pint of Namaste, a refreshing Belgian-style White, perfect for a hot, summer day. I followed that with a 75 min Cask IPA, a unique blend of their ever popular 60 and 90 min IPAs with maple syrup. I also asked to sample the Bratty Swagger, a brewpub exclusive which was just released this month. I was still full from brunch earlier, so I didn't order anything off the food menu. Aside from the typical merchandise, I was surprised to see they are selling their own spirits now including vodka, gin and rum. You can either order them right there at the bar (including unique mixes with their beer) or buy a bottle to to-go. Before heading out, I made sure to finally get a Dogfish pint glass, which was only $3.00! Parking can be tricky in the small lot, but it you're lucky you may get a spot along Rehoboth Ave before visiting this Delaware gem. 4.5 Stars

    (4)

  • Ally M.

    I was really excited to stop by here on my way down to VA beach. I've heard so many great things and I do enjoy dogfish head brews. I hate to say it but I wasn't really impressed. Parking was definitely an issue. When my boyfriend and I put our names in for a reservation they told us it would be 20-30 min. They took my cellphone number so they could text me when our table was ready! I thought that was pretty neat. Fortunately (we had been in the car for 3+ hours haha) we got seated rather quickly. It was definitely very busy but the service was really quick! We got the dogpile app to start....omg so delicious! Then we both got indulgence burgers, I got turkey he got beef. It was okay. It was nice to see it was a homemade turkey Patty though! For dessert we shared the warm brownie sundae. That was okay too. I got a flight of beers to try since they had so many you could only get there. I wasn't really impressed. They tasted watery and bland and I was bummed. If the beer was more impressive I definitely would have given a higher rating. It wasn't bad, it wasn't great. It was....eh. My expectations might have just been too high.

    (3)

  • Ray L.

    My review is based solely on the food here, not the drinks. I drink beer but I'm not much of an enthusiast like some other folks, so I'll let other reviewers share their thoughts instead. As for the food, I have to start out by saying I have a serious pet peeve when it comes to ordering meat. If I'm having some kind of meat - be it a burger or a steak - and you ask me how I want that done, then it better come out the way I requested. I'd much rather restaurants not ask me if they're just going to send out their meat well done or medium well anyway. Keep it simple! Yeah that's right. I'm less annoyed if you don't ask and just give me your dried out meat than if you do ask and pretend like your establishment cares about that sort of thing. I ordered their burger here - it's as mediocre as a burger can be. I was asked, so I requested medium. What I got was a well done burger that was pretty darn dry. Maybe their other dishes are better, but I wouldn't bet on it based on what I ate. But again, I'm not rating the beer here. So if you like beer, this is supposedly a good place to go.

    (3)

  • Samantha G.

    I've always said that it can be difficult to find a brewpub that has BOTH excellent beer and excellent food. Usually it's some mix of ok food and excellent beer or great food and eh beer or whatever. One with both excellent beer and excellent food is a rare find indeed. And Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats is just such a find! The space itself has a typical brewpub feel. It's just a tiny bit dive-y and has a lot of charm and appeal. It fits in perfectly with the the Rehoboth Beach vibe. The staff are very friendly and pleasant. All smiles and kind words. And they're attentive too. I was practically bouncing up and down like a small child upon being seated. Ok, fine, I'm pretty sure I actually did bounce up and down a little. So many Dogfish brews I'd never been able to try before! The beer offerings are extensive and choosing which to have is a true dilemma (asking for "one of each" seemed excessive). I like that they offer both a standard sampler and a custom sampler. We opted for the custom sampler and picked 8 of the different beers. Our sampler arrived quickly and was completely accurate and matched up exactly to the handwritten titles on the little mat (you'd be surprised how rare this can be). And, of course, every beer was exquisite and awesome. For food, so many options sounded yummy. However, I had to go with the standard by which I judge all breweries - wings. The wings didn't have a whole lot of kick, but they were a good flavor and definitely big and meaty. And the dipping sauce was good too (another rare find). But what stood out even more were the fries. So delicious! And they came with bacon mayo and truffle mustard dipping sauces. And, well, I love me some dipping sauces - so this was just a total win. And after spying a bacon cheesecake item on the dessert menu, there was no way we could not order that (after all, everything is better with bacon). And, no surprise, it was also delicious. Great crust, lots of chocolate goodness, and just the right amount of bacon to add a savory crunch. All in all, I had a fabulous time here. Loved everything I had!

    (5)

  • Sean O.

    Awesome little brewpub. The decor is a sort of speakeasy theme, so more suited to the fall & winter months which is odd for a beach location. The menu is a little quirky and they only serve Dogfishead beers, but the quality of the beer makes up for all the faults.

    (4)

  • Ashling M.

    We came down to Rehoboth Beach for Punkin Chunkin but couldn't miss out on a visit to Dogfish Head Brewing & Eats. The boyfriend is a big fan of Sam Calagione (founder of Dogfish Head) and was super excited to see where it all began. We went for dinner and it was very crowded so we had to wait a while for a table. To pass the time, we got some beers from the bar and hung out until we were seated. We ended up getting a table upstairs, which we preferred because it was a bit quieter up there (though not by much). Noise and wait aside, we had a great time. We got a flight of beers we wanted to try and then ordered pints based on what we liked from the flight. The food was good and portions were substantial. I do have to say that if you're really gonna go for it, expect to spend quite a bit of money. However, since we were on a mini-vacation, we figured we'd splurge. To top off an already great night, seated across the room from us was none other than the man himself (Sam Calagione) and his family. Needless to say, the boyfriend had a huge fanboy moment and we actually ended up getting to chat with him for a few minutes before he left. He was super friendly and approachable, which only further enhanced our experience!

    (5)

  • Kt W.

    I would trade my niece for the Crab and corn chowder recipe. I believe my words to the server, when asked how it was, "Fu*king amazing". Seriously worth the hour and a half drive. I'm terribly addicted... Probably the fact that they have bacon floating around in it.

    (5)

  • Thanae S.

    good bar food & portions, lots of beer options. This was a fun spot to start off our trip. It was crowded and had a good energy level for a thursday night. the food was good, but anything could have been at that point since we were drinking on the heavier side. The wait was long, but it was fun getting drinks at the bar and hanging out outside.

    (4)

  • Carla M.

    I didn't try the food. The beer is fantastic and as someone who bar hops in NYC on the regular, 4.50 a beer wasn't bad at all. Seating can be difficult on a Friday night at the bar and parking around there is metered unless you get a spot in the small parking lot but this is a destination. I'm glad I made the trip.

    (4)

  • Chris D.

    Cool, innovative beers that you can only get here. That by itself makes them worth checking out. This is not the main brewery, but one of their brewpubs. The food is good, but the service was just okay. If you happen to be in Rehoboth Beach, you must try their delicious selection of beers.

    (4)

  • Morgan M.

    Joined for Moo Year's Eve dinner event. Ummmm I'm not even sure what to say. Totally rocked my beef loving world. I mean French fires cooked in beef fat? The Philly cheese steak was to die for! I loved the fact they made a s'mores ice cream. So creative and so delicious! Wish we loved closer and we'd definitely do the monthly dinner event.

    (5)

  • Michael P.

    While down in Bethany for the 4th of July weekend, decided to take a visit to Dogfish Head. Traffic was murder, but luckily friends we were meeting got there well ahead of us to put in for a table, with a 45+ minute wait. Once most of us got there, we hit the bar for an opening drink, and I got a Raison d'etre, one of my favorites. After about 15 minutes, we were seated at a large table upstairs. We started with fried pickles and a dogpile, a pile of pita wedges covered in artichoke spinach dip and cheese. Both proved excellent starters for our group. As far as entries went, the salmon sandwich I ordered was delicious, but I was thoroughly jealous of the burger, topped with a giant onion ring stuffed with bacon and cheddar. Service was a bit inconsistent, with some long waits and confusion as the food arrived, but for a holiday weekend they managed pretty well. Our server also split the check individually, making payment easier. It's definitely a nice place to visit, but summer weekends are going to be packed.

    (4)

  • Lindsey A.

    Even though the food ranges from the better end of mediocre to bleh at times, even though it can be downright impossible to get a table at times, even though the waitstaff can be beyond surly at times... I still love this place. The beers are always delicious, they always have a good mix of favorites, new stuff, exclusives, seasonals, unusual delights... So this place is always a stop for me whenever I'm in the area. I don't usually order food anymore, but actually we had a brownie with ice cream there that was pretty good, and I hear the fried pickles are nice, but I have yet to try them. If you're in the area for a beach vacation, they have a growler fill type stand outside and a list of things they'll fill yours with, most of which is only $8-11 per fill. It's great.

    (5)

  • Sara G.

    Stopped in for some rainy day brews yesterday with the family on our once-a-year Dogfish Head visit. Crowed with beer lovers, men escaping their beach house to re-fill their growlers and a nice little line of people outside ready to purchase their DFH gear. Great selection of limited release beers such as their Dorchester Ale and their 61 Min IPA, so always makes it exciting to stray away from my usual 60 Min IPA. Fast and friendly service and we were lucky enough to score some cozy little seats at the end of the bar to people watch and enjoy our beer.

    (4)

  • Bradley R.

    Good food. The beers were excellent. The staff was great and the atmosphere was nice. The crowd wasn't too bad and the prices were average.

    (4)

  • Megan C.

    Searching for lunch, we hunted down a local brewery because when you are on vacation, one has drinks at every meal. The service was prompt and friendly and the decor was a lot of fun. Signs posted on the wall mentioned bands playing in the evening so I have a feeling this is a good place to spend the evening when the season gears up. I enjoyed the crab and corn chowder which was very tasty. As all fresh seafood places, you never smell the crab when it reaches your table, but you get the crab flavor when the spoon hits your lips. Not too creamy and a good amount of corn kept the soup bright and not too heavy. Major bummer that they didn't have bread for me to dip into the chowder, but I guess theEast Coasters like the crackers instead. My friends enjoyed sandwiches too, but can't attest to them as I didn't taste them. After lunch we went to the little stall outside to pick up a pint glass for me (tradition!) and some gifts for the SOs back home. The guy working the store was patient with all of our fussing over shirts, glasses and whatnot to bring home.

    (4)

  • Justin C.

    I hate to give this place such a poor star rating, but after reading my novel, you'll understand why. I first want to make clear, I LOVE dogfish head beer, but will never come back to eat at the restaurant. Our visit was hindered by our terrible, terrible waitress. Besides the fact that she told us more then once that she was 10 minutes late that day, she messed up and apoligized wayyyy too many times for her errors (one could have been the kitchens'). She stood next to me as she took our appetizer order, and dinner order, so I saw what was written down. We ordered two orders of wings, and the sliders. We only got the sliders and one order of wings. When she came over, she seemed befuddled after we said we were missing an order of the wings. Finally we got another order of wings, but a little after the fact. We also asked for more napkins, which came, wayy after the fact too, the busboy who ran our table was great, he brought us wet-naps and napkins before our waitress. Problem number 2 was the soup order, three of us ordered the chowder, but only two were brought to the table, and knowing I ordered it, she almost refused to let me have it as she thought I didn't. So we had to wait, yet again, for my friend to get another soup. The third problem, dinner. Me and my friend ordered the exact same thing, the indulgence burger, MEDIUM. I even stated after saying "I'll have the same exact thing, medium too". But, BOTH our burgers came out medium well, which, I do not like at all. My friend was too nice to say anything as we had enough problems. As the runner looks confused, as he should, it's not his fault, I state to the waitress that I ordered it medium, and she 'takes it back to the kitchen', and not even 2 seconds later bring it back and says, sorry the kitchen mixed up, here is your medium. And, it was the SAME DAMN BURGER, medium well. Thanks for lying to me as I take one bite in. Now, the other problem with dinner, my friends short rib, was COLD, not even luke warm, but absolutely cold. Lastly, we had to ask for our bill almost three times before getting it. Sorry, won't be back here.

    (2)

  • Patricia M.

    Awesome burgers... good beers. Jean was was awesome! She gave us some great recommendations not only for the Dogfish Head menu but also local attractions. When in Rehobeth this is a must!

    (4)

  • Ian P.

    What's not to like about Dogfish Head Brewing & Eats? Yes, it is very crowded but that's because it is a fun place to eat. Food was very good on our first trip. A few orders of fish & chips and a roast beef sandwich all came out perfect. The highlight was trying all of the interesting beers they have there. This location is the testing spot for many of their beers, one of which was actually a test batch created by some of their employees. While we didn't like all of them, it was fun to try them. They had at least a dozen different types to sample. Plus they had all of the regular DFH beers. They also have a giftshop to pick up DFH gear and growlers. Fun place to eat near Rehoboth Beach.

    (5)

  • Josh R.

    I love this place. Has great ambiance and great beer. The falafel was outstanding and had a great lemony zest to it. I had the burger which was huge. Fries were really good as well. My wife had a pizza, which she thought was so so. My wife had a honey dew melon cocktail infused Jin, which she loved. I drank a new porter with seas salt and habanero in it. Outstanding. Overall wait staff was very friendly and helpful with menu. Would definitely go back to one of our new favorite restaurants!

    (5)

  • Shalu O.

    not a huge beer drinker myself, but my friends enjoyed their beers and I got a blood orange cosmo to start. dogpile was delicious, but HUGE -- make sure you've got a decent amount of people to dig in! we enjoyed the food and I had a pb tini for dessert, which was strong but delicious. no complaints here!

    (4)

  • Michael S.

    They need to bottle Blood Moon ASAP. For real. It's only my second beer with smoked flavor in it, but I guess I'm a huge fan of that style, because the two smoked beers I've had were exceptional (though this one's technically not a Rauchbier). The food was very good and they have more beer options and more vintage options here than at the brewery. It's also located in a neat town right near the beach. I'm very upset I forgot to try the 75 Minute Cask, I hear that it's a totally different and preferable beast compared with the bottle version, but I guess that's what happens after 120 Minute IPA and 2 flights, one of which was all 10%+ abv. beers. Oh well. I hope to come back some day and find my car in less than 45 minutes. How I wish the brewery and brewpub were closer...

    (5)

  • Tara L.

    We love this place! As a HUGE fan of Dogfish Head , we hit this place a few times a year, and DEFINITELY after the yearly Dogfish Dash 5k / 10k. The food is always great, and really unique for pub fare. Large portions , fast service , and friendly clientele and staff. What more could you ask for? Oh yeah THE BEER! Best brews ANYWHERE! The seasonal ales should never be missed, but the specialty brews , only available in pub, are always my fave. Ask your barkeep ( Phil! ) for the backstory on the recipes. SUPER FUN!

    (5)

  • Steve J.

    This place is right in my wheelhouse. I am a big beer fan, and Dogfish Head brews great beer. I will openly admit that some of their one-off beers miss sometimes, but more likely than not, you're in for a treat if you like great beer and great grub. There are usually about 20 beers on tap at all times. On my most recent trip, there were 23, and the large majority of them incredible. I recommend getting a flight of the brew pub exclusive beers to start, and see if there are any that ring the bell. If not, there are several standards that I usually choose based on what type of food I'm going to get. Sixty-one, 90 Minute, Namaste, or my all-time favorite 75 Minute on cask. I always make sure to bring a growler, as the fills are super reasonable, and who wouldn't want to take some world class beer back to the house. The offer a great Homebrewer's discount if you're an AHA member. The discount is good on merch as well. The food is pretty exceptional as well. I don't think I've ever eaten here without getting the Dogpile appetizer. Although it is poorly named, it's Pita Spin Dip Nachos, and everything about them is good. The salads are great, especially the Caesar, the Salmon Sandwich is always good, the fries although sometimes not crispy are solid, and the pizzas are really great. Even the Burgers are pretty spectacular. I usually check out the specials as well, because I've had some amazing sandwiches and soups that are not on the everyday mend (Bahn Mi Sandwich, Black and Bleu Soup.) I'd be remiss if I didn't mention that the staff is awesome. It's always packed, and they do a great job of coming back to your table to make sure you have everything that you need, or get you more beer. They are always friendly and very helpful if you're looking for a recommendation. If you go during regular hours, the wait can be long (sometimes over an hour,) but there is usually enough room to get a beer and enjoy the weather or a nice walk up and down Rehoboth Ave. Parking can be difficult later in the evening as well. They have a small lot, but it is usually full. I've generally been able to find a spot on the street within a block or so. Remember to bring quarters.

    (5)

  • Kara K.

    Great food, especially the appetizers. Very large appetizers portions, lots to share. Fun atmosphere, great beer selection.

    (4)

  • Kate L.

    Always knew I loved dogfish head beer but getting to see the brewery was awesome. I've been on several brewery tours and can easily say theirs was great. Their tasting room staff was awesome and incredibly knowledgable about the beers I tried. The beer was delicious of course but so was the food truck stationed outside. It had delicious food all made with dogfish head beer in some way. Can't wait to come back.

    (5)

  • Emily C.

    Decided to drive here after hearing about it from the people working at the brewery. It's about a 30 min drive from the brewery in Milton. We loved it! We tried a bite of the Alpine Idyll pizza and immediately ordered another. The crust was amazing. They also have beers on tap they only serve at the brewpub. Definitely cool to try some of their exclusives! Service wasn't great, but they were packed so I will let that go. They have a tiny parking lot next to the restaurant if you are lucky enough to get a spot. 315/365

    (5)

  • Mac O.

    Coming from the DC area, I'm familiar with Dogfish Head's brewpubs, as they populate our suburbs. I find them corporate and cookie-cutter-ish with the same décor, but think the food and brew make up for the lack of atmosphere. As husband and I headed down to 320 Rehoboth Avenue (the site of the original Dogfish brewery before outgrowing its humble beginnings) for a late lunch, I envisioned something similar to the brewpubs. Wrong. Brewings & Eats is humbly rustic, looking every bit like a converted boathouse with wide-planked wood floors and exposed roof beams. The long, dining hall-esque space is crowded and loud, flanked by a bar running the length of the restaurant. Husband and I put our names in for a table, and were then fortunate enough to snag two newly-abandoned stools at the bar in order to enjoy some beer while we waited. I was excited to see that -- along with year-round, seasonal and limited-release suds -- the brewpub offers its own exclusive brews. I went with the DNA Late Summer '13 Harvest, a Saison-based beer brewed with watermelon and Thai basil, both of which cut through the rich Saison with herbaceous clarity. Husband opted for the Significant Other, an American Pale Ale spiced with sage and Oolong and aged in cedar. Once seated at our table for lunch, we scanned the menu and quickly decided to try anything that mentioned one of Dogfish's many beers as an ingredient. We started with the Olives-Pickles-Cheese plate: 60 Minute IPA-marinated Greek olives and Brooklyn Brine Hop-Pickles served with an artisanal cheese selection (in this case, a creamy, tangy blue). I followed up with a cup of the soup du jour, a wonderfully warming, velvety mushroom bisque made with Dogfish's India Brown Ale. While husband enjoyed a daily special of tile fish, clams and chorizo, I noshed the Pub Salad with Midas Touch vinaigrette and crispy falafel. [Bonus: Dogfish is committed to supporting local vendors, and a list of their partner farms and orchards is listed on a chalkboard in the dining room.] Alongside our food we sipped on Bitches Brew and Raison D'Etre. It was loud. We had a wait. But our server bust her butt to take care of us, the food was excellent, and the beers better. Whiling a couple hours away at Brewings & Eats was the perfect escape from the cold, rainy beach. Plus, when the bill came it put a disbelieving smiles on our faces: nope, we're not in Kansas...er, the DC 'burbs...anymore.

    (4)

  • Randi M.

    The staff is welcoming, friendly and attentive, every time. The atmosphere has a fun, rustic appeal, and its very cool to see that libations are crafted behind that big glass wall in the back of the restaurant. The beers are, of course, phenomenal. There is always a wonderful selection on the menu, plus a few surprises and special treats they bring out of retirement that you can find on the blackboard over the bar. You are welcome to try any beer you like to see if its what you want, and the waiters are all very knowledgeable about them. They even list the alcohol content of each beer right on the menu. The food? Well, the food is fantastic! The pizza is so much better than I expected, and the soft pretzel bites are absolutely terrific (its the sauces!). If you are a fan of pairing beer with food, drinking beer alone, or indulging in decadent liquors, Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats is the place to go.

    (5)

  • Drew G.

    Intensely bad food. easily the worst I've had at a sit down restaurant in memory. Overpriced everything this review would be one star but I give them an extra for the beer which was excellent

    (2)

  • Jessica W.

    Emily was great recommending beers for us. We ended up ordering a flight of beers, although it's not on the menu, it's definitely the way up go! You get to choose 5 drafts and get 4 oz of each. The crabcake was delicious. The fries were fresh and hot. My husband had the cheeseburger with a bacon stuffed onion ring on it!

    (4)

  • Maddie M.

    Definitely worth the extremely long wait for a table.

    (4)

  • Kelly P.

    Always a special keg served only at the pub. We love it here.

    (5)

  • Brian W.

    I literally made a special road trip to Rehoboth to go here and to the brewery in Milton. Absolutely impressed, worth every hour on the road. You're a regular the minute you walk in the door, even for the first time. I was recognized the second and third time I went in. The beer, of course, is fantastic (though, watch if it's a wayback because you might get dinged $8 for a snifter of it), but otherwise $4 a pint's not bad. Growlers of almost everything on tap (except for the exclusives) are available and they have spirits made on-site for sale, as well. I only ate there one night and had the Indulgence Burger on recommendation from the brewery tour guide. I'll gladly pay $12 for a local beef and a bacon-stuffed onion ring burger piled with cheese and local produce served with handmade fries. They emphasized the fact that the cows at the ranches they buy from are fed the spent grains from the beers made at the brewery. I also had a delicious cup of the bacon, corn, and crab chowder. It was creamy and tasty. The bread pudding is incredible and I'm not even really a fan of the stuff. The brownie is also to die for. Everything is crafted with care using their beer and spirits when possible using local ingredients and you can absolutely tell a difference in taste and quality. I wish I lived closer, I'd probably be there everyday. I will definitely be going back, though I may fly the next time!

    (5)

  • N. S.

    The wait was about 20 minutes for four to be seated but there was room at the bar. Offer a large variety of beer and even had some good wine selection too. The food was very good and I would highly recommend.

    (5)

  • Mark B.

    Perhaps the best brewpub on the East Coast. If you love beer, it's a "bucket list" stop. Brew Pub exclusive beer and rare vintages are regulars on the menu, but it doesn't stop there. The food is fantastic. The specials are always well thought through and the menu items are well prepared too. No deep fried nonsense here. I have to be honest - I am bias, this is my favorite restaurant on the East Coast. I always stop here if I'm within 45 minutes.

    (5)

  • John T.

    Great food, great beer, good atmosphere, great service, family friendly. Nothing bad to say at all.

    (4)

  • Jason B.

    Honestly one of the best dining experiences I have had in years. Our server was great and the beer selection was absolutely phenomenal. We had one of their ancient beers, which we could not get enough of, an apricot IPA, a stout or porter with roasty vanilla accents, and sampled many others. To eat I had Thai calamari (the best way to do it, screw marinara sauce), crab and asparagus pizza, and a bacon wrapped onion ring. Everything we consumed, beer or food, was so good that we had to share as a group. It was the highlight of our trip, everything else after that (including going to the beach) was still enjoyable, but downhill. This alone was worth the trip to Rehoboth. I highly recommend it.

    (5)

  • Carol S.

    Fantastic! I will always come here when at the beach, of course for the awesome and eclectic selection of beers, but the food is very good too! Pizza night is a must!

    (5)

  • Lydia B.

    Ever longed to share a few moments with a stinkbug? You'll certainly have the opportunity at Dogfish Head Brewing and Eats. We came to check out the beer, but it took about a million years for that--and everything else--to happen. Took 20 minutes after our appetizer arrived for us to get silverware, had to attempt to flag our waitress down for 20 minutes to order entrees, and our meals were just meh. During the downtime, two stinkbugs fell on us from the rooftop canopy. Too bad. Won't be back.

    (2)

  • Dan R.

    Dogfish Head Brewing & Eats brings it strong on the beer, and just-ok on the food. One of the real benefits to dining at the brewery is the availability of micro-lot beer selections, varieties that are special and only made in small batches. The beer is plentiful, and there are enough styles to get you drunk before you've even tried half of them. And they are all amazing. While I actually liked the grub, I guess I was hoping for more than your typical pub food experience, but that's basically what it is. It good stuff, but heavy on the deep-frier, burgers and TGIF-style menu items. Considering how thoughtful their beers are, I wanted an awesome gastropub experience, but this just isn't it. It's greasy, heavy, and delicious. But not amazing or creative. This place is definitely all about the beer.

    (4)

  • Rebecca G.

    This restaurant is one that I wish I could give more stars for, but cannot bring myself to. They have GREAT beer and a really friendly and welcoming staff, however the food is pretty lame. I had the calamari...soggy and gross. I had the "dog pile" which was supposedly spinach and artichoke dip but in reality was a pile of burnt pita chips with some weird white goo on them that tasted like tzatziki sauce. The crab and asparagus pizza had almost no asparagus to speak of, but a decent amount of crab. I cant say I would highly recommend this for anything aside from the friendly service and amazing beers.

    (3)

  • Drew K.

    No problems for me here. First time I went. Awesome food, beer, and service. And very quick and courteous service too. Bartender called me by name and repeatedly asked how everything was. Gonna go back if I have the chance

    (5)

  • Robby B.

    I'm a big fan of Dogfish Head beer, so I was pretty excited to check out the brewpub. I was a slightly disappointed with the food, but the beer is fantastic. We got there around 2pm on a Sunday afternoon and it was pretty packed. The hostess said the wait would be 25-30 minutes. We picked up some knick-knacks at the gift booth and grabbed some beers at the bar. Much to our delight, we were seated in only 15 minutes. First thing we did when were seated is order more beer (duh!). We got beer flights. You get 5 servings of 4 ounces. Each serving is about $2. This sounds a little pricey, but is actually quite reasonable considering the quality, variety, and high abv of the beers you can get. They are brought out on a laminated sheet with each beer labeled. This is really helpful - of course you want to know what you're drinking! The selection is fantastic. You can get their standard stuff (Indian Brown Ale, 60 Minute IPA), but if you don't try the more exciting brews, you're doing it wrong--especially because Dogfish Head is known for its innovative and quirky beers. Some of my favorites included Sah'Tea, Theobroma, and 75 Minute IPA (on cask!). They also have a lot of spirits. Next time I come I want to try their peanut butter vodka! The food was good, but not amazing. We started with the fried calamari. It was fine, but not great. The breading was too heavy and the calamari itself was a bit rubbery. Banana peppers also came with the app. Accompanying cocktail and garlic soy sauces were pretty good. $10 for a large portion. I got the Raison D'Être shortrib. It didn't really have the sweet flavor of Raison D'Être beer. The dish wasn't spectacular, but still good. My friend hit the nail on the head when he said that it reminded him of Chipotle. It was slightly spicy and had cilantro in it. Of course, the dish was higher quality then a Chipotle burrito, but the similar taste was noticeable. The meat was tender and moist. The dish also came with polenta cakes. They were nice and crispy and had corn kernels inside of them too. The polenta cakes unfortunately get soaked and mushy in the Raison D'Être sauce. Not bad at $14, but not amazing. Another got the fish tacos. The fish was breaded a bit too heavily. The accompanying black beans and rice were too dry. It was also $14. Not a bad dish, but not recommendable. The final meal ordered was a pizza. It had mozzarella, tomato, and caramelized onions. It was very tasty. The crust was seasoned nicely too. Probably the best deal at $11. Dessert looked good, but we didn't try any. I was looking for a beer float on the menu, but I didn't see one. Service was good. Bartenders and waitresses know their stuff about the drinks, which is especially helpful for the beer noobs. Service is prompt and food wait times are pretty quick. Atmosphere is fun and homey. It fits the Dogfish Head's "off-centered ales for off-centered people" mantra pretty well. I had an awesome time and will be back definitely to try more great beer (and maybe fill a growler!). The beer definitely carry this place. If I do go for food again, I'll probably try the simpler fare. In addition to the pizza, the burgers are also pretty cheap and look great.

    (4)

  • Rebecca C.

    Had a great dinner (salmon sandwich and pretzel bites for an app) and great beers when I visited early this week. The staff is very knowledgeable about the beers and extremely attentive. We went on a Monday night so there was no wait to get it. We went back for drinks that night and sat at the bar. The bartenders were attentive, polite and knew their stuff. The whole reason for the visit was to taste the beers and we weren't disappointed!

    (5)

  • Jonathan P.

    I always look forward to trips here while at the beach. The food is solid, but it's totally worth it for the beer. They have beers you can only get here or the brewery in Milton, plus you can get beers to go. Cosy up to the bar and enjoy some 120-minute IPA... if you can handle it!

    (5)

  • Jenna C.

    One of my favorite places to visit....any time of the year. You have to try a sampler of beer ....5 4oz choices....to get a flavor of the great craft brews. Service is always good. Hamburger was great, pizzas are interesting....something for everyone.

    (5)

  • Joe K.

    Beer is awesome, and so is food, what better place than to visit the Dog Fish Head distillery and their barn like interior restaurant. Looking over their menu, using right from the farm to the table ingredients, is in all of their dishes. Most which aren't too expensive unless your looking at their seafood which is about $20 and that's still on the lower end. Happy hour starts at 3 pm, with dollar off beer except for their special brews, and seasonal brews. Had one of their pizzas with goat cheese, prosciutto with a balsamic vinegar drizzle on a 10" flat bread. Taste wise, awesome, I seriously liked the fusion and style, plus I totally recommend this to anyone; not too pricy and enough for two to split. Customer service was good. Dog friendly outdoor seating, with friendly locals. Plus there is a to go window perfect for a quick bite to take to the beach seconds away! 4 stars!

    (4)

  • Jeff M.

    This was ok. No wait, good beer. The food was nothing special. Although they did put the Dogfish logo in paprika (or another red spice) on top of our hummus, which was pretty special

    (2)

  • Matt Z.

    We came here for dinner on a family vacation and everything was pretty good (we had to wait almost 1/2 hour until we were seated, definitely a busy/popular place in town). The beer was good as always and reasonably priced. The food was alright (I went with an Indulgence burger), although I felt it was a bit overpriced. A major plus for us was the free parking lot on the side of the building (no guarantees of getting a spot, however). The whole town was packed and almost impossible to find a metered parking spot anywhere (which is how we ended up here in the first place)

    (4)

  • Kristin P.

    Great Lunch at Dogfish Head today! Our server Mike was fantastic and had great recommendations about the beer on tap. I got the Fig-get-aboutit on Nitro which was excellent and not available anywhere else. Lunch was delicious - I had the turkey sandwich and my husband got the crab pizza which were both great. I finished up with a PB-tini made from their homemade peanut butter and chocolate vodkas- delicious! We got to sit upstairs by the distillery which was interesting too.

    (4)

  • Alex W.

    Great beer selection, great food, but get there before 10pm unless all you want is pizza. Pizzas awesome also.

    (5)

  • Mattie C.

    I'll admit that I may be a little bit biased - boyfriend and I LOVE dogfish head. We like the beer, the brand, the story behind it, and even own the founder's book - Brewing up a Business. Our friends are mostly big beer nerds too - so the whole group was basically EXTREMELY excited to go here. First, the beer: AMAZING! There were some really unique ones and I love the descriptions they provide for them. I had a Black and Blue and then a beer sampler (samples are generously poured, btw) consisting of 5 different ones. All were great except for the Choc Lobster - that had a horrible aftertaste and no one at the table liked it. They had a great one that comes from some old Chinese recipe, and I think my favorite of the night was the Sah-tea. It was so unique and I can barely describe the taste other than to say it was unusaul and incredible! OH, another must-get is the Black and Red. Imagine someone turning a York peppermint patty into a beer. The beer smelled and tasted amazing - the only comparable one I have had to that is the Southern Brewer's Creme Brulee. Then, the vodka: they brew their own vodka too! I had a drink called the PB-tini which was basically their peanut butter-infused vodka, chocolate-infused vodka and some chocolate syrup. Imagine someone turning a Reeses peanut butter cup into a cocktail. A friend got a vodka sampler with a bunch of unique flavors on it - all that I tasted were fantastic! Food: I had an awesome soup with an assortment of different mushrooms and beer broth. It was rich and creamy and delicious! I had some bites of boyfriend's "fifth column" pizza - to me that was just kind of a normal pizza, nothing special about it - there was crab on there but I didn't really notice it. THEN I had the chocolate BACON cheesecake. Amazing dish! The addition of bacon in there is incredible. Unfortunately, it was also very rich and I had to take most of it home. But it was amazing! I am starting to run out of adjectives here to describe how great the drinks/food were and should probably stop gushing. If you are interested in trying out unique beers and some interesting food combinations I don't think you could be disappointed with this place. Loved it!

    (5)

  • Jacqueline H.

    really had a wonderful experience here it was actually the best part of our trip

    (4)

  • Jennifer T.

    I was staying in Bethany over 4th of July weekend and visited Dogfish Head 3 times while I was there. My husband and I knew we wanted to go at least once, but kept coming back because the brews were so yummy and there were a lot to try! Our first visit was on Friday night, there was an hour and a half wait. We did get seats at the bar pretty quickly though, so I was good with it. Let me say, we had our nephew with us (5 years old) and Dogfish Head has the BEST kid's menu I have ever seen. I'm not really talking about the food selection here, but the activities on it! They had MadLibs and string to make a bracelet, very cool for a brewery. We had the rib meat/cheese fries for an app- to die for. I had a burger for dinner (I know, boring), but it was really tasty! We came back on Saturday with our baby, but it was PACKED. We couldn't even get in with our stroller, so we got a growler to go and some t-shirts! Sunday was our last day in town. We came back again and this time the place was pretty empty. This time it was also just my husband and I, so we got to sit at the bar the entire time. We sampled their gin and got a beer sampler (to take advantage of tasting as many as possible). We brought home desert for my parents, the blue cheese/chocolate cheesecake (sounds awful, but was AMAZING) and bread pudding were both delicious! All in all, I would highly recommend visiting if you are in the area. The staff was friendly, the food was excellent, and the brews were fresh, interesting and delicious!

    (5)

  • G W.

    Beer: five stars Service: one star Cleanliness: two stars We came here directly from the brewery, which was awesome! We were eagerly anticipating quaffing a few more brews and enjoying some happy hour munchies. We changed our plans shortly after sitting down and being "served" by the surly bartender. Hey, Bearded Wonder, treat your customers like humans and you might get a better tip and bring more business in. Your attitude cost your restaurant about $50-$75 more dollars in sales...plus tip. We decided to drink our (one) beer and then bailed down the street to FINS where the service was better, happy hour specials were great, oysters were succulent, and they had Troegs on tap!

    (2)

  • Diane Z.

    The brewery was closed, so we were forced to come here. The food is on par with TGIFridays or Applebees. Fried or microwaved food. So expect that and you will be fine. Why two stars? The servers were pretty bad, but I guess you have to expect that if they are going to employ kids. Again, back to the Fridays or Applebees theme. Definitely get the beer samplers. Skip the bacon cheesecake, it's not even cheesecake, more like a chocolate mousse. The pizza was just flatbread. Again, probably to be expected.

    (2)

  • Zach P.

    Dogfish Head Brewing & Eats in Rehoboth Beach is simply... da bomb. The beer is superb, the atmosphere is unique, and the service is supreme. Tired of my adjectives yet? Honestly, there's no way to describe this place without plenty of adjectives that mean the same thing: It's great. Pros: Good drinks, merchandise for sale, plenty of TVs, a big bar, two floors, lots of history Cons: The wait is long, the place is very loud at night, the place needs more bathrooms, and the menus have no nutritional facts (okay... I admit... the last one isn't really a con) Experience: I traveled to Dogfish Head with family for the first time a few days ago. I've been to their brewery but never the restaurant, mostly because of the wait to get in. But, the wait is worth it. We were able to get a couple seats at the bar right away and stood around waiting for our tables to be prepared. After about an hour, the tables were ready and we took a seat in the middle of the restaurant on the first floor. I'm assuming the second floor is quieter, but I haven't been up there. I got a seat at the head of my table, which actually wasn't as glorious as it sounds. I was basically jutting out into the main walking area of the floor and was bumped into a few times. Walking room is very sparse inside. As far as brews, I had a bottle of Punkin Ale and a glass of 75 minute cask IPA. The 75 minute may very well be the best beer ever brewed and conceived in Delaware... very smooth and boundlessly frothy. As for the food, I got a crab cake sandwich with fries, both of which were perfect. If you're in Rehoboth and looking for good crab cake, Jake's is usually the place to go. Dogfish Head's is almost as good. The fact that the crab cake itself was hanging over the edges of the roll was enough to make me fall in love. Anywho, you may notice I included "needs more bathrooms" in the cons section of my review. I didn't use the bathroom, but the women in my party all attested to the fact that there was a line almost as long as the bar to get a seat in the water closet. Also, the person operating the merchandise window outside of the building took forever waiting on people. The wait is the main detractor here. Overall, Dogfish Head is a great place to chill out with family and friends over some great drinks and food. The atmosphere was great when college football is on the TVs! Enjoy!

    (5)

  • Nathan B.

    Went in with high expectations...probably my first mistake. Food was ok. The app was a decent portion size but I found the meals to be small. The service was slow and waitress seemed crabby. I also found their "beer menu" for a brew pub lacking. Love their beer not the restaurant! Probably will not go back.

    (3)

  • Amy G.

    We went there Saturday and had a terrible experience. We had a party of 6 and when we went to the hostess to get a table we were told we needed everyone in the party before they would seat us. We were waiting on one person to arrive and had to wait outside in the cold. Once we were seated the waitress was rude and I asked for some recommendations for a beer and was only recited the beer list. I ordered water. My friends ordered some appitizers and they were brought out by someone else and we never saw the waitress again. Three of the 6 of us left and went somewhere else. Our friends ended up leaving because the waitress never returned to take their lunch order and had to request the check from the hostess station. Sorry to say I Will not be returning there.

    (1)

  • Emily C.

    We are huge fans of Dogfish Head beer! We live in Alexandria, VA and have frequented Dogfish Head Alehouse in Falls Church, VA the past 3 years we've lived here. We have always hoped to visit the original restaurant and had the opportunity to do so this weekend...for a wedding! Coolest reception location ever! We had 2 hours between the ceremony and the reception and since we've always wanted to go to the original restaurant we decided to spend those 2 hours hanging out down stairs. Our server greeted us promptly, was friendly and was appropriately attentive considering we hung out there for 2 hours. She recognized right away that we were there for the wedding. We got the evening started with a round of beers and snacked on the Chickpea Falafel, the Roasted Garlic Hummus, the Fried Pickle Spears, and the Short Rib Cheese Fries. All were delicious! Fast forward 2 hours and we head upstairs for the reception. What a neat space! All wood paneling and floors and the dim lighting made for a cozy, intimate and romantic atmosphere. They had several waiters and waitresses available to take drink orders throughout the night. We never had to wait long to order more beer! The dinner was a buffet of garden salad, the Mushroom Mac and Cheese, grilled veggies, crab cakes and brisket. Everything was delicious and hot, the brisket was so tender it fell apart. The space where the buffet was set up was eventually cleared to make room for a dance floor. Two things I'd like to note for anyone considering having their reception here, as you can imagine this is a small space. There were maybe 50 people there and it was close quarters. Second thing is this was a Jewish wedding and the ceilings in this space were low so the chair dance had to be done very carefully! But was fun none the less! All in all Dogfish Head is a great brewery, a delicious restaurant, and a unique and fun space for a wedding reception!

    (5)

  • Rob B.

    Our visiting guest really loved it, and it's so nice to try the exotic brews. I would not suggest the Red and Black but the antelope sliders were tasty, though overcooked. Avoid the crab cake. PS Service best we have had there.

    (4)

  • Mark N.

    Went on burger night. The avocado mayonnaise was amazing and the medium burger cooked perfectly. That paired with fried pickle spears and the hops on tap couldn't have been more pleasing. Great food and drink with great friends. Definitely a favorite!

    (5)

  • Justin L.

    Dogfish Head was the brewery that got me to really like beer. One day in college, a friend handed me a 60 minute IPA and BOOM I was sold. Since then, I've kept up with every release they've had, and even hunted down some of their older stuff that's still floating around. It's safe to say that as I've gotten into craft beer, that I've spent far more money on them than any other brewery. The following review addresses both the food and beer in their brewpub based on 3 separate visits, and lets just say that the beer is weighting up their rating. I didn't get to attend a proper brewery tour the first time I came here because they were booked solid by the time I realized you had to call ahead. However, the tour they ran here is better than some actual brewery tours I've attended. There is only one guide who runs them, and he knows that place and the company history inside and out. First you start out on the ground floor with the tanks where they make the brewpub exclusive beers, and later you go upstairs and see their new distillery (they make rum, gin, and liquor). He was informative without necessarily having to be led on by an attendee that knew what they were talking about, unlike most tours. All in all, one of the best guides and tours I've been on. It's sad that since then, they've discontinued doing this--I suspect he was promoted. First beer I tried on my initial visit was the 120 min IPA, which they miraculously had just put on tap! It lived up to the hype, with a consistency almost closer to some kind of liquor than a beer and being packed with hoppy flavor. I had been waiting years to try this and the wait was worth it. Next up was the Theobroma, part of their ancient ale series. It was based on an Aztec recipe with cocoa powder, cocoa nibs, honey, chilies and annatto. It was a complex beer with awesome, unique flavors; every ingredient I just mentioned stood out. Next up was the original Dogfish beer, the Shelter Pale Ale. It wasn't an insane concoction like the others, but it was a good "slowdown" beer. I wish they would distribute this up in NY by me. Around this time I also tried my brother's beer, which was a summer ale made specifically for the brewpub called a Zeno. It was one of the best summer ales I've ever had. Very subtle and refreshing in the beginning with a big zing of hops towards the end. I also tried the Namaste and My Antonia, which were also good but I remembered less about them; this may have had to do with the extra 120 minute in between. For the rest of this visit, I remember we got parmesean rosemary fries as an appetizer and that I got crabcakes. I recall enjoying everything, even though I was pretty gone and had the munchies. The restaurant screwed up my brother's burger twice as well. My stomach was seriously messed up the next day, which I assumed was due to the incredible slate of beer. This was a bit curious about this though, as I'm not a lightweight by any means. My stomach almost ruined the trip. The next time I was there briefly for my friend's birthday. We were driving down to Ocean City and he had to stop at the "Mecca". I had a Czech pilsner that was a brewpub special( I barely missed out of Choc Lobster), and he got a 120 minute and a Palo Santo. Suffice to say, he was flying on the ride back. Our bartender wasn't very friendly and was slow to get our beers, but he didn't ruin our experience. I only wish I didn't have to drive so I could've drank more. In addition, I had called 2 weeks prior asking if they had any boxes of Positive Contact left that I could snag. One of the brewpubs' workers actually bought it for me personally and I was able to reimburse him there. It is absolutely incredible that this guy who I had never met in my life would go and do this for a complete stranger, even giving me his cell phone number. I visited again 2 days after with my family, and this is where the rating takes a dive. I first tried the Black & Red, which was the worst DFH beer I've had, bar none. It tasted like cough syrup, and I sent it back. This was only available at their brewpub and it's since been discontinued, which is a good move. I then grabbed an aged Immort Ale which was stellar, and later on an aged 120 min. These were pricey, but worth it. What wasn't worth it was the food. The fries we got to start were way overspiced.. Even worse, my fish and chips were disgusting; they were tasteless and oily. I didn't come close to finishing them. My family's food was also inedible, including the oiliest, giant onion rings I've ever seen topping some of their burgers. We just paid, left and got food on the ride back to our place in Ocean City. Once again, I was sick for the rest of the day and through the next day. That isn't a coincidence, and it almost ruined my trip a second time. In the future, I'll be coming here only for the beer. I love you Dogfish Head, but holy crap I am never eating your food again!

    (3)

  • L K.

    Wonderful beer, good food, fun place. We got there early at a little before 5 because we brought kids and didn't want to wait. There was a small line but we got in within 15 minutes. Sat on the second floor which has a casual vibe. The place is packed so there is some wait for the food to come, which can be tough with kids. Definitely would go back, mainly for the beer. Did I mention the beer? Oh yeah, the beer is awesome. Especially liked My Antonia an "imperial pilsner". They have more variety on tap than you find in stores. Do go, but just expect crowds and some wait. Going off-peak times is a good idea.

    (4)

  • Karen M.

    I always try to sit at the bar at places I've never been, especially if it's a place known for their drinks. There's something magical about sitting at the bar and in this case the experience was just that. First, the woman next to use gave us her order of fries since she couldn't take them to go. While some may turn their nose at such an offer, my eyes get big and my smile grows. How thoughtful! How nice! The fries were covered in rosemary and Parmesan and they were delicious and FREE. Secondly, the old man next on the other side of us was a regular and has been since the place opened. If he had a smartphone and the Yelp app he would be the king here. But he hates smartphones and doesn't give a crap about Yelp. Instead he cares about this bar and his friends. He comes so often that when he doesn't show up the staff told me they call his home to make sure he's okay. My boyfriend and I chatted to him about his stint in the Korean War and how he quit his job because he didn't want to use a computer. Ah-mazing. The food was just as good as the atmosphere, and I'd suggest splitting. Everything on the menu looked amazing. Make sure to get a cup of the crab and corn chowder (just a cup! It is RICH) and possibly the braised short rib. The meat was amazing, but the polenta grit cake underneath was on the dry side. The drinks need no explanation. Positive Contact is my favorite beer of theirs, but I was tempted to try a flight of their spirits. But no matter what you do, make sure to sit at the bar.

    (5)

  • Devonshire B.

    You know...when you're known for excellent beer, you should also be known for some excellent food. Talk about a major let down. The menu was somewhat limited, but sometimes that's a good thing. I ordered the 1. BLTA and my S.O. ordered the 2. crab cake sandwich: 1. The BLTA was horrible. Hard French bread, a mealy slice of Avocado, burned bacon (why would you be so cruel?!?!?), and slightly wilted looking greens. Ugh. 2. The crab cake was ridiculous for an almost-on-the-beach restaurant. It was a small portion of miserable little pieces of back-fin. No lumps, just mayo and shreds. It was honestly really sad. I'm at the beach, so why don't you give me something to remember it by?! 3. The fried pickles were tasty and the french fries were delicious when hot. Not exactly my make of a balanced dinner though. If you're here for the drinks, good on ya. If you're here for the food...well...I'd suggest turning around and hitting the boardwalk instead. They're bound to have more edible things...I think.

    (2)

  • Monika M.

    been here on multiple occasions...the first time it was only for a drink. we sat at the bar and ordered a flight and two beers afterwards...service was nothing special, but being a long time Dogfish fan the beer was awesome, especially the brewpub exclusive! the second time we came we ordered food, which was phenomenal! we tried the Simple Enquiry pizza and the cheese fries..the pizza was perfectly cooked and the fries had the most amazing whipped cheese on top! the only reason i didn't give this place 5 stars is the last time we went we ordered some drinks and an appetizer and a pizza and quite honestly the food was nothing special! we got the fried pickles, which were good (I prefer slices, not spears) and the Alpine Idyll pizza, which was a lot smaller than the first pizza we had gotten and it just didn't taste good...the prosciutto didn't taste very fresh and it wasn't seasoned well. overall i would definitely recommend it if you are in the area or a Dogfish Head fan, but be careful and stick to the more simplistic menu options.

    (4)

  • Katrina C.

    I came here for dinner on my last night at the beach. It was Sunday about 7pm and we waited about 30 minutes for a table. While we waited, we took the opportunity to sample several of the beers. When we sat down, I had already ordered a glass of Positive Contact, which I liked. We ordered a variety of food, and everyone was pleased. We started with fried pickles (good, but I prefer slices and not spears). We also ordered the large pub salad, which was delicious. They were out of the crab soup :( For our main courses, I ordered the the Alpine Idyll pizza which was OMG amazing an inspired me to make a similar (not nearly as good) version this week. I wish I could remember exactly what my friends got, but I am thinking the burger and warm turkey were part of it. My sister ordered the BLTA which was very good. We also got a flight of beer - you can choose one of theirs or pick 5 of your own. Mine cost $9. I got: Palo Santo Ahumado, Midas Touch, Raison D'etre, Theobroma, and the Black and Red. They were all very unique, which I liked. Service was solid, and the only thing we had trouble with was not enough room on the table. :)

    (4)

  • Meredith B.

    Traveled from Philadelphia to come see the Bullbuckers play here the other weekend. I'm not sure I wouldn't ever made it here otherwise. Boy am I glad I came. The band was awesome, the food was great and the beers were fresh. Cheers to the Bullbuckers for playing here and bringing me to experience such a great brewery... I hope they play there more often! I ordered the "Namaste" brew which I really enjoyed.

    (4)

  • Shane O.

    Food is good, beer is good, beer selection is great and the service is good... if you are reading this review you probably aren't a beer fan, if you were you'd be inside this place already. Stop in, you'll be glad you did.

    (5)

  • Jane M.

    I went to Dogfish Head restaurant this evening with a party of 7. My husband is in a wheelchair. I was told by the hostess that they could only accommodate our party upstairs, so there was nothing that they could do for us. It was rude, I wasn't even given the option of 2 different tables. Very disappointing, we go there every year when we vacation here without a problem. Last time.

    (1)

  • PJ B.

    Sorry to be a downer, but when I walk into a restaurant to be seated and a swarm of FLIES jump off the table and chairs we're about to be seated at and continue to hover around while I eat - I've lost my appetite. Our server was very friendly and the food and beer was decent.

    (2)

  • Chase M.

    Terrific beers, decent food, and poor service. We made a day trip through Delaware, hitting the main DogFish Head brewery in Milton and the pub in Rehoboth Beach. The Milton location was superb, the Rehoboth Beach was not. The waiter was slow and didn't check on us. The beer is outstanding albeit a little pricey, but for a special beer day it was well worth it. Go for the beers, skip the food.

    (3)

  • paul s.

    I think Dogfish Head earns five stars in the yelp universe. On a recent weekend trip to the beach my gf and I ate there twice. Everyone knows the beer is good but it's the food that I really want to talk about. During our two visits we had a lamb empanada, alpine idyll pizza, white chocolate cherry bread pudding, an indulgence burger, and a dogpile appetizer. The empanada was quite tasty but we were disappointed to only get one. Everything else we ordered was generously portioned, and all the food is reasonably priced, but you should at least get two empanadas. That was about the only thing bad we had to say about the food, which in general left us oohing and aahing big time. The dogpile was especially good. It's described as a "spinach and artichoke dip with melted mozzarella cheese covering pita wedges with diced tomatoes and green onions." The melted mozzarella cheese was way too creamy to be just cheese. This is not a criticism. Incredibly rich without being greasy or heavy, the dogpile is a really refreshing take on nachos. The alpine idyll pizza also wowed us, with all the fresh arugula, goat cheese, and balsamic reduction combining to make something that was tasty and original but still good pizza. We just got the feeling that a lot of creative effort and attention to detail was coming out of the kitchen, with really enjoyable results. Our only real complaint was with the distilled spirits, which we found to be pretty lacking. The peanut butter vodka, in particular, was a letdown, with little flavor, but all the spirits basically tasted like they came from the same batch of home made corn liquor, with very modest differences in flavor. At six bucks for a flight of four shots we weren't unhappy with the price but still ... the spirits are a good idea in theory that needs some fine tuning. Like some other yelpers, we found the service a little uneven. No big complaints, just some servers are a lot friendlier and more attentive than others. It seems to be the luck of the draw. But nothing to take away from two great nights out. If you want a change from the standard pizza-and-subs beach fare without paying through the nose, you can't do much better than Dogfish Head of Rehoboth.

    (5)

  • Erin C.

    I came for the beer. I ordered beer and food. I would only come back for the beer. We decided to go with the 5 piece sampler and were able to choose from variety of beers rather than just drink up the pre-selected samples. All 10 that we tried were great choices! You just can't go wrong with Dogfish Head! For food we started with the fried pickles. They were spears. I prefer chips. The breading just seems to fall off to easily on the spears. For our entree we split the mac & cheese. Good thinking on our part because the portion size was out of control! However, it was a bit too watery for my taste and not a lot of outstanding flavors. We also split the Caesar salad which they were kind enough to split before even bringing it out. There was a bit too much dressing for my taste, but the croutons were quite flavorful and buttery. I wasn't disappointed with this trip because I was really coming for the beer. I don't think the food is worth it for its own trip, but is certainly helpful if downing a big ol' pint.

    (3)

  • Lila P.

    Dogfish is good overall. If u sit at the bar hope to not get Phil. He does not understand busy bars or how to take care of patrons. We have come here before and it seems to be the trend. Food is ok. Atleast u get to try the new beers out since this is the original. not sure it's worth the frustration of waiting for 30 mins for a beer!!!!

    (3)

  • Sloan S.

    This review is for the bar only... came in on a weekday afternoon for a beer and small bite to eat. We didn't see two seats at the bar, but the hostess managed to make room for us (a few people were spread out onto multiple bar chairs). Once seated, we weren't really welcomed or acknowledged. After a little bit, the bartender came over and asked us what we wanted. It was pretty apparent he was having a bad day. I ordered the Festina Peche, which was really refreshing, and my boyfriend had the Indian Brown Ale. Both were very good and exactly what we expected. We also had the Fried Pickle Spears, which I devoured... very, very good. The only thing that detracted from our visit was the service- as we were sitting at the bar, he was also very rude to both couples next to us. Honestly, you shouldn't put your unplesant people at the front of the house...

    (3)

  • Melissa C.

    Huge thank you to Bartender Rob!! Great knowledge, great humor, goes the extra mile for his patrons!! Love this spot and wonderful service as always!

    (5)

  • Alex J.

    This place gets a lot of hype because of the brewery. I am not complaining about the beer, they make some great beer and offer up some interesting cocktails to try out as well. The only thing that bums me out about this place is the food. I think the focus 100% on the drinks and don't bother to put much thought into the food. The menu is quite greasy with not much flavor. I was also disappointed with the service. I've tried a few other places along the avenue and found service to be excellent at some of the other spots. The servers here didn't seem to care much about you, your food, or your drinks. They just wanted to feed you and get you on your way. If you're in town I would recommend grabbing a beer here but heading somewhere else for some food.

    (3)

  • Angela A.

    Beer is awesome, food not so much. Stick with the burgers! Short rib sandwich was cold, fries suck.

    (3)

  • Kim D.

    Didn't eat here, but did enjoy a few beers and a great live band this past weekend. Friendly bartenders, great atmosphere and good beer are enough to bring me back, and next time I'd like to try their infused vodkas (Bloody Mary with pickle vodka!!) and grab a bite to eat as well.

    (4)

  • Ashley H.

    Their beers are hit or miss with me. I'm a big craft beer fan and love IPAs but some of their beers are just not pleasing to drink. I enjoy their IPAs of any length of time. Punkin Ale is really, really good. Raison D'etre? Gross. Indian Brown Ale? Bleh. Midas Touch? Super gross. I understand a brewery can't be everything to everyone but I just don't get overly excited about them.

    (3)

  • Rebecca B.

    Came here for a late lunch the other day. We were not at all impressed by the food. It was like boxed pub food and it took a long time to come out. Calamari was bland, wings were OK, burger was meh, ceasar salad was nothing special. We got a flight of beer, which was fun. The firefly was really good and citrusy. I had expected better food given these yelp reviews. Come on yelpers!

    (3)

  • Lisa M.

    TERRIBLY disappointed with this place. I am local and have been told for years to go check it out, finally did. Went to see a band play Saturday night, got there around 10:45\11pm. Drove over an hour just to try this place out. Place was packed, no hostess, 2 empty tables. Waited about 10 minutes at door before the hostess arrived and tell us we could have just seated ourselves (tables weren't bused yet.) We sat down, the waitress, Michelle, could not have been any more annoyed. No smile, no hello, nothing. Placed a drink order and waited almost 15 minutes for 2 beers. We asked about food and she yet again seemed annoyed. Handed over a menu, pointed to the Pizza section and said we could only order from there and walked away. She came back about 10 minutes later. Out pizza arrived in about 20 minutes. She flung it on our table and walked away. No napkins, plates or silverware; no mention of possibly refilling our empty glasses. We had to flag here down to ask for napkins and plates. We were done eating by the time they arrived 15 minutes later. The place was empty at this point. I was only able to get one more refill, then we never saw her again. By this time it was almost 12:30. We wanted to leave but she was nowhere to be found. I had to go ask the bartender for the check. Michelle came back, gave us our check, still never cracked a smile, looked as miserable as could be, and left. For my first visit, I have to say it was terrible. The food and beer were "okay" at best, but the service was so atrocious I can't see spending any more of my money there. Maybe this was a fluke, maybe she was having a bad night. Either way, it's no reason to make the customers feel unwelcome. I won't be back, and I won't recommend it to anyone. I rather drive an hour and go somewhere the waitresses are nice.

    (2)

  • David R.

    We arrived at 4PM on a Wednesday and had to wait 15 minutes for a table. This restaurant and bar is wildly popular and has good food and lots of very tasty beers. A fun place to visit whenever I am in town.

    (4)

  • Patrick H.

    The girlfriend and I came here after we went to the new brewery location. I wanted to go because they have special beers here that you can't get anywhere else. Sadly, when we got there they were sold out. Lucky for me they make some great all around beers :-) The food was better than I expected. I had the soup and it was wonderful. All in all a good place for food and great beer.

    (4)

  • Tim D.

    Awesome food, better beer. Great service. I wish I had gone for every meal. Fantistic.

    (5)

  • Matthew C.

    The food was pretty good. I had a crabcake sandwich which was fairly small (although at $11 was reasonably priced) but tasted pretty close to what I'd get in Maryland. My wife's portobello sandwich was a little undercooked. Our kids got pasta and spaghetti and were both happy. The restaurant packs people in (not unusual for Rehoboth), so don't count on a lot of personal space here.

    (4)

  • Doug H.

    First things first, you should be a fan of craft beer before choosing to head here. That said, you don't have to be. For those in your party that aren't a fan of craft beer, or even beer for that matter, your standard mixed drinks are still available plus some Dogfish Head specialties to boot. I've liked Dogfish Head for plenty of time. Their 60 Minute is one of the first IPA's I was introduced to and thanks to it I've become a big IPA and Pale Ale fan. I've always known DFH makes plenty of other beers but I was very surprised to find so many new beers here at their Brew Pub that, once again, opened my palate to new flavors. Today my wife and I wanted to take advantage and try some of their different brews so we grabbed a 5 beer customer sampler. We went with the Stewed Ale, Monty's m2E, Sixty-One, Tweason'ale and Punkin Ale. All were great ale's but we all have our particular tastes and I preferred Sixty-One while my wife was a big fan of Monty's m2E and the Tweason'ale (she's more of a malt fan where as I go for the hops). We weren't incredibly hungry so we just went for "small" dishes when it came to our food. Namaste Chili Calamari and The Dogpile completed our order. The calamari was cooked perfectly in a sweet and spicy chili sauce that went really well with the beers that we had (I also had a full 60 Min while tasting the beers by the way). The Dogpile is described on the menu as "Artichoke-spinach dip and melted mozzarella cheese covering pita wedges with diced tomatoes and green onions". When they say covering they really mean it - there's tons of cheese and artichoke-spinach dip covering the soft pita chips and there were tons of them in this delicious dish! Five star's would have been awarded to this establishment if it weren't for the service. I can't say it was bad, it just wasn't that great either. It seemed like everyone working wasn't having the greatest of days and while they presented themselves as cordial it came off as fake. They were still rather prompt and in no way rude so even that wasn't the worst restaurant experience I've ever had. Still, if I could I'd tell their manager to work on getting some happier people working there, or maybe doing a better job of making sure their employees are happy. Overall I would definitely recommend this to family and friends who appreciate good food and especially good beer. It's a great experience!

    (4)

  • Louis B.

    Four stars for the beers and the food. One extra for being dog friendly. And I'd give it a sixth one for the no smoking anywhere. In a tres laid-back town of low expectations, noted for crummy service where most of the waitstaff seems to be on vacation on the job, this place rocked. My water glass never went below three-quarters full. My iced tea was always full. My pup got iced water with ice and he loved it. And then there was the beer. The seasonal pumpkin ginger was finger-lickin' good. And then there was the food. The salad was outstanding. And the crab soup superb. The entree was equally great. Both my boyfriend and I got crab cakes and they were delicious. Better yet, outstanding. And it was one of the nicest end-of-summer days I've seen. Everything cooperated for a super experience. Casual, relaxed, outstanding....

    (5)

  • Cher H.

    hoo boy.. the dogpile alone is worth ten stars

    (5)

  • Wade E.

    This is a must eat place for my family every time we come to the beach. The menu is made up of a variety of familiar staples like the fried pickles (yummy) and calamari (sooo delicious) with great pizzas and sandwiches, and then there is new fresh items to try as well. I love getting the local rockfish when they have it, it's always paired with seasonal veggies and is the best thing on the menu in my opinion. The restaurant itself is a nice place with plenty of parking and a nice outdoor patio. We've always had good service, the prices are fair. The beer is great, one of my favorite brewing companies. The beer prices are really great and so I always try a lot of different beers. The flights are also a great route to go since there is so much to try. My only complaint is that they have awesome crab dip at the location in Gaithersburg, MD, but they never seem to have it at the Beach?

    (4)

  • Christine L.

    On a recent visit we were so disappointed to sit in a dirty bar/pub. The beer is quality as always but we couldnt't stay due to the very strong mildew odor at the bar.. The kind that comes from not being properly cleaned for a long time. The entire building appears to be dirty and in need of a visit from John Taffer (Bar Rescue). Here's hoping someone in leadership takes notice and takes action. Really disappointed to have to cross this off our list of "must do" stops in Rehoboth.

    (1)

  • Mike P.

    I came here with a few friends after visiting the dogfish head brewery. While at the brewery the burger was talked up something tall. So on the ride there I had a decision to make, eat meat on Friday during lent or keep with my faith and observe lent. Normally I would alway defer to my faith, but I heard this is the best burger ever and I live about 4 and a half hours away. So I decided to order the burger. The service was pretty good. The waiter was friendly and everything came out on time. For the food I had the burger and chicory stout bread pudding. The bread pudding was awesome! The worst part about it, is that you need to share it with someone or risk bursting. As for the burger, I ordered the "indulgence" burger. Which had bacon, a battered onion ring, and cheddar cheese. I got mine medium rare, my friend medium. The burgers arrive and they look awesome. I take a bite and its medium well. I wait from my friend to bite into his and with one look I know his is over cooked too, it was well done. So I finished most of the burger but I don't know how anyone could say its the best burger. The toppings where interesting and maybe it was over sold but I still feel like I a made a mistake ordering it. The first thought I had after eating it was "was this worth chancing a trip to hell? No but on the bright side I do regret ordering it so at least god will forgive me in my next confession"

    (3)

  • Courtney R.

    I got excited when I saw a menu with gluten free options. But when I went to order, the waitress asked if I was ok with the meat being braised in beer. Ummm... Regular beer, nope not ok lady. Why would you have that on a gluten free menu? Strike one. The smell in this place was awful! I couldn't tell what it was... Sewage, fish, or something else. Regardless, it stunk, especially upstairs. We quickly asked to be moved downstairs which we were. The smell however attracted lots of flies... Strike two. Once the food came, it was ok. What really bugged me though was what everyone complained about.. The terrible service. Our waitress probably talked to us a total of five times. It wasn't busy so I'm not sure what she was doing. Strike three. The gluten free beer was really good and the boyfriend liked his beer, so that's a plus.. But overall, it was just ok. Disappointing.

    (3)

  • Shane J.

    Upon minutes of arriving in Rehoboth Beach we were hungry and found the eatery through YELP. Of course, I am a BIG fan of the 90 Min IPA, but I am also going to recommend the Crab Dip and Lump Crab Cake Sandwich. I don't usually return to an establishment twice during visits, but I am glad I did - The first outing was during the afternoon, the next was in the evening - we got a chance to hear some live music and also sample the Distillery. We had the Pomegranate Vanilla Vodka and of course some more BEER.... AWESOME

    (4)

  • Elise S.

    This one kills me to write. I love, love, love the Dogfish Head Alehouse in Falls Church VA (I'm there at least every other week) so I was expecting to be blown away by the "original" during a trip to Delaware. An hour wait? Sure, that was expected. As was the difficult parking situation, it's a busy spot. Zero service? Not expected...at all. I serve and bartend (part time) in the DC area, so I'm very forgiving of service issues usually. But our waitress came by twice during the entire meal - once to take our orders and once to drop the orders off. We had to get condiments/napkins/etc from passing waitstaff, and then we waited 45 minutes after our plates had been cleared to get our check. We finally had to go ask the hostess to find our server to get our check. It took the hostess at least 10 minutes to find her. It's a small restaurant, there's really no way you can just totally miss your tables for almost an hour. Other tables around us had the same issue. To be fair, it was 4th of July weekend. And the food and beer were great as always, hence the added star. But service makes people want to come back, it makes them remember their visit, and it can easily make or break a dining out experience. Go to the Falls Church location, they're awesome there.

    (2)

  • Twin's Daddy V.

    Cool place. The beer is fantastic. I've only eaten here once but it was very good. I had a beef burger than was tasty and juicy. The fries were a bit over browned, I'm not sure if this is their style on purpose but to me they seemed a bit burnt.

    (4)

  • Vincent M.

    Terrible! totally glorified bar food. I ate here a while ago and went again tonight with the kids to give it another try. It was as bad as I remember. Folks talk about the beer and if that is your thing its fine. But consider my experience: Asked waitress for something similar to a Heinkein. She brought me some dark heavy nonsense that tasted horrible - and was nothing like what I had asked for. (Later she made a bi show of telling me that it was "comped" - I had only one sip before sending it back! Ordered a hamburger medium rare. It was raw hamburger! Even the waitress was surprised, so it got sent back mid way through my meal Of course, took 10 minutes to get a proper burger. Fries were cold and hard. And service was mediocre. Don't fall for this place.

    (1)

  • Mike R.

    Epic beers lovers paradise. Solid food as well. Very busy place based on the great reputation, but they got us in within 40 mins and while waiting you can have brews outside. Bartender was very attentive and both times I went up for beer gave me a head nod telling me he'd be right there. Right now they have their 120 IPA on tap (if you are a hop head this beer is for you). 18% ABV so it's served in a snifter and meant to be sipped, swirled and enjoyed. Also tried their 75 min IPA on cask, wonderful as well.

    (5)

  • S. S.

    Sorry Dogfish Head I've been coming for years but the food and service has gone down hill. We were a party of 3 the place was empty the hostess wanted to sit us next to the bathroom while every booth was open we asked for a booth and she was not happy for us asking to be changed. Food was terrible get rid of the brocalli Rabe it was awful I couldn't even chew it and I told the waitress and she didn't even offer me another side. There are better places in Rehoboth Beach to dine and have good beer.

    (2)

  • Jeremy T.

    Come for the amazing beer. Stay to try as much beer as you can. Dogfish Head is the primary reason why I stopped in Delaware. I do enjoy beach beach towns and this was perfect spot in Rehoboth Beach. I had a beer flight of some pretty darn good brews. I don't remember what beer I had, but I have no complaints. I also had some decent wings. It's a very nice looking place with a very relaxed atmosphere. There's a nice little gift shop that sells a variety of beer related paraphernalia. I bought a cool bottle opener which I found the other day in my bag. Note: Most of the beer is very strong. So be prepared to have a good time.

    (4)

  • Mitch A.

    Beer is great, food is sub par. Like I had to tell you that. Crab cake sandwich too salty, fish tacos - nice cilantro, but that's it. The reason we go is for the beer not the food.

    (3)

  • Paul W.

    Come for the beer. Did the tasting flight and that turned out great. The pizza was good for a beer joint. Kids liked the pasta and pretzel bites. I would come back for lunch. Wait was about 15 minutes.

    (4)

  • Keith P.

    I am not the biggest fan of Dog Fish Head beers - as I try to avoid IPAs and hoppy brews. However, the Dog Fish Head Brewery & Eats is a great experience, with great service and even better food. During my week-long visit to Rehoboth I visited this establishment at least four separate times. My first experience was by far the most memorable. I sat at the bar as a party of four - no problem finding seats at the bar area. I ordered a beer sampler and focused on the brews only offered at the location (some are not distributed, especially not in New York City). We checked out the menu and could resist getting a few appetizers to share. The two I remember best are the Dog Pile (artichoke-spinach dip and melted mozzarella cheese) and the Off-Centered Hummus Platter (self-explanatory!). Trust me, don't try to share at this place - while the portions are huge the food is so good there is bound to be an argument! Great experience. Accommodating staff. Excellent food.

    (5)

  • Michael S.

    Great Place to eat and kid friendly. Service is fast and friendly. The beer is awesome with flavors that are only available at the pub. I stop in frequently to fill up my growler. It's a great way to get really great beer cheap.

    (5)

  • M F.

    Not good. Thursday night - over an hour and a half wait. Not worth it. Waitress wasn't great, menu pretty lame, and food not good. The pizza was like cardboard and when my kids don't like the brownie you know it's bad!

    (1)

  • Cathy K.

    Go for the beer, not the food or service. Waiter walked by our table 4 times and never removed dirty dishes. Only half full of patrons and service slow. Lacking in entrees- stick to the snack foods. Won't go back as you can get the beer at any other restaurant.

    (2)

  • Susan M.

    Excellent beer but the food was disappointing. The crab cakes were no better than what you can get in the frozen section of your local grocery store - didn't make sense to me since they are right by the Atlantic and bay. The fish and chips and onion rings were way too greasy and lacked flavor. I'd go back for a burger (found out after the fact that this is what they specialize in) and beer.

    (2)

  • Amanda F.

    We came on a Tuesday and it was still pretty crowded for mid week. Sat at the bar and were greeted immediately. We LOVE Dogfish head beers and were excited to try some that aren't available bottled. I got the Namaste and it was delish! The little touch of lemongrass really made a difference! I got the Alpine Idyll pizza and wanted to love it - but something about it was just off - maybe a touch too much goat cheese? Also got the fried pickle spears - nothing to hate there :) Very good - hot and crunchy with a spicy dipping sauce. We ordered the rosemary parmesan fries to share and loved them - the truffle mayo and bacon mayo to dip them in were perfect! My friends got the short ribs and the steak with fries - both were too busy stuffing their faces to give a review :) All plates were cleaned at the end of the meal!

    (4)

  • Ed P.

    If you ever find yourself in the state of Delaware, you should make your way down to Rehoboth Beach to visit Dogfish Head Brewing & Eats. In my quest to visit all 50 states, I recently found myself in Delaware (my 49th state). Dogfish Head was a planned stop on our trip and I'm glad that it was. Originally I pictured the restaurant and brewpub to be a tiny shack on a small and somewhat isolated beach, similar to the beaches and towns I found up in Connecticut and Rhode Island. I was completely off on my vision, as Rehoboth Beach is quite the booming beach town. Plus Dogfish Head is multiple blocks from the beach. Though once we made it inside, I was not disappointed at all. We arrived around 6pm one Saturday evening and found that there was only a fifteen minute wait for a table. Even though we weren't too hungry at the time, we figured we better take the opportunity to sit down inside, or else we may miss the chance. Our table inside the cramped room was ready quickly. Before we could even think about eating anything we had many important decisions to make selecting what to drink. The tap list is constantly changing, in fact one of the choices from the freshly printed menu, 120 Minute IPA, was already dry. For our first round of tasters we selected Hellhound On My Ale (Imperial IPA), Indian Brown Ale (American Brown), Sah'tea (Sahti), Theobroma (Chile), and Black & Red (Imperial Stout). All of these beers were good, though all quite different from the next. Hellhound was a delicious and hoppy replacement for 120 Minute, though I still would have liked to have had another try of 120. Indian Brown is available year-round but is a great example of the style. Sah'tea was very interesting, with an almost chai tea taste at times. Theobroma was the biggest surprise, with flavors of chocolate and chile packed into a lightly colored beer. Finally Black & Red was a high alcohol stout with lots of fruit and mint flavors mixed in. While enjoying the tasty samples of beer, my wife and I decided to order a little food. We agreed to split the Revolutionist Pizza which is topped with roasted garlic olive oil, Cypress Grove Midnight Moon aged goat cheese, caramelized onions, green apple, and fresh thyme. The wood fired crust with bits of wheat, barley, and un-fermented ale was thin and crunchy. The toppings were a perfect complement to some of the outrageous beers that we were sampling. The flavors could easily go with any beer they have on tap. Eventually we ordered another round of tasters. Unfortunately I forgot to take a photo so I forget some of the samples we had, but I know that Chicory Stout, My Antonia, and Raison D'Etre. We may have also had Chateau Jiahu and Namaste, or maybe I'm getting confused since I bought a bottle of each of these from the production brewery for beach enjoyment later on our vacation. I also ordered a glass of the 75 Minute IPA on their cask system, a tasty blend of 60 and 90 Minute IPA's. All of the beers were tasty, that's for sure. To wrap up the night, my wife and I split a piece of the Chicory Stout Bacon Chocolate Cheesecake. In theory this sounded like a tasty mix: beer, bacon, and chocolate. However, the desert fell a bit short. I think the bacon could have been a bit crisper, since find a big piece of chewy bacon in your desert is really strange. The flavors went together pretty well, but the texture was hard to adjust to. I'd try one of the other beer infused deserts if I were to make it to the restaurant again. Overall we had a really great experience at this legendary establishment. I would highly recommend checking it out if you are ever in the neighborhood.

    (4)

  • Leah K.

    Favorite restaurant in Rehoboth. This visit was with a party of 16, including several small children. I called ahead to get a reservation, but they don't offer reservations. But... the girl on the phone said that there was currently no wait, even for a party of our size, so we headed on over. We ended up with a table upstairs, and we had the place to ourselves, which was absolutely perfect. It could have been the opposite of perfect, if we'd been left to languish with no service, but our waitress was totally awesome. I got a burger, the birthday girl (my mom) got a crabcake sandwich, most of the others got some kind of sandwich or burger, and everything was delicious. She offered dessert, but since we had a birthday cake back at the house, we declined. But when she found out it was a birthday celebration, she brought us some brownies to go. Most of the guys got various beers, and the out of state guys got samplers. There was widespread approval of the beer from all corners of the table. I thought it was pretty cool that one of the beers was named "Diane", as was the birthday girl.

    (5)

  • Scott K.

    If you go here in the Summer make sure you don't get a table on the second flood it was so incredibly hot we couldn't even eat. It was 20 degrees cooler outside. I usually only judge the food and the price but it wasn't worth roasting on the second floor I left half of my dinner on the table I couldn't eat with sweat Rolling down my face. Told the staff several times, they opened a window. That's it. If you like to lose weight while you eat. This is the place. Otherwise save your time and money. Typical brew pub fare nothing special.

    (2)

  • Dan S.

    Went with a large group of friends (11 adults/3 kids under 4) on a late June Saturday mid afternoon for some drinks and apps. Midday is a good time to go if you are going with a big group since they don't take ressies. Our server was tremendous, taking care of a large, beer thirsty party can be challenging but she was superb! My wife and I shared the Fried Pickle appetizer, Spiced Buttermilk Calamari, and the Leafy Greens Pub Salad. All three did NOT disappoint, especially the calamari, which was LOADED with hot banana peppers (a personal fav). If you're a Dogfish Fan you'll see all the brews you know and love (90 Minute IPA) and some more adventurous concoctions like the Choc Lobster (6.9% abc). I can see why this place has become a destination among beer enthusiasts, delicious brews and great apps! Thanks!

    (4)

  • Rich R.

    I am typically generous with my ratings, buuuut, Dogfish Head Brewings Eats in Rehoboth Beach really deserves all 5 stars. This is a very fun place and a must-see for fans of Dogfish Head's fantastic craft beers. A small distillery operates at this location as well; their offerings are on sale at the bar and gift shop. Visit this place! Enjoy!

    (5)

  • Faye B.

    I am not a regular so I couldn't say for sure that this is a four star place since I only stopped in for a nightcap. However, the variety of beers this brewery had was extensive. I wish I had more time to actually have some food with my drink and maybe even take a tour of the brewery. It was a nice stop being a tourist and I wish more time to get the full experience. Don't forget to check out the merchandise shop next door.

    (3)

  • Stephanie P.

    If you like stale bread, overcooked burgers, and beef jerky in place of bacon, this place is for you! I have to wonder what the former reviewers, who claimed this place had excellent food, were smoking? I used to think the only way you could fuck up a BLT was by using microwaved bacon. Dogfish head taught me there are actually 4 or 5 ways you can ruin a BLT...just to name a few: put it on a baguette, burn the thick bacon (aka aforementioned beef jerky slabs), include no mayo or any other sauce. Thanks a lot dogfish for ruining one of americas best sandwich creations. Why don't you just burn the flag and tell me theres no santa clause while you're at it.... I gave this place 2 stars instead of 1 because we got in without a wait (it was close to 9 pm), beers are good and fairly priced, and although the waitress lacked any personality or charm, she didn't really screw anything up. One would just hope with such great real estate and reputation, that this place could hire a better chef.

    (2)

  • Michelle S.

    5 stars for the beer, 3 for the food. If you have any sort of appreciation for beer then you have to go to Dogfish Head. Their beer is some of the best around. Their 90 Minute IPA is just phenomenal, one of the smoothest IPAs I've ever tried. They always have a number of beers available that you can't get at your local liquor store, not to mention spirits (the strawberry lemonade is top-notch). Unfortunately, the food is rather lacking. It's nice that they make a point of using local purveyors but their offerings are really just a step above regular bar food. We tried the hummus, roast beef sandwich and pizza but none of them were great. It's a shame because the beer is so good, it would be great to have some equally worthy food to pair with it.

    (4)

  • T P.

    I've eaten here a few times before and the food was okay. But I'm posting today because I'm really disappointed with the customer service. Our waitress wouldn't serve me a drink because my license had expired. P.S. TODAY IS MY 34TH BIRTHDAY. She could have just been cool about it, being that it was a quiet Sunday afternoon, and my boyfriend and I are both obviously of legal drinking age. But no. Thanks for ruining my birthday. News flash: If I'm old enough to have my driver's license expire, I'm old enough to drink. Just sayin'.

    (1)

  • Mimi V.

    In the few years we've been vacationing in Rehoboth Beach, this place has always attracted a large crowd, us among them. This year we realized our folly. Dogfish is a tourist trap. It has a few interesting beer choices, but it doesn't make up for the indifferent hostesses and mediocre food. You'd be better off finding another restaurant, ordering a Dogfish Head beer there, and leaving those who aren't in the know suffer the long wait for a table.

    (1)

  • Dave L.

    The DFH restaurant is a treasure in Rehoboth Beach. We had lunch there yesterday and were happily surprised to find this popular restaurant both reasonably priced and serving a very tasty cuisine! We had a short wait while our table was prepared and got a text message when the table was good to go. Upon sitting we got the lunch menu, daily specials menu and kids menus. Our waitress was reaching capacity and not what I would call fast or efficient, but she (after repeated trips) did manage to get or drink order and food order in. Fried pickles($6-7): it would be hard to improve these as they were perfect in almost every way! A thick but crunchy breading covered some large cut garlic spears. These pickles (4 or 5 spears) came in a steel basket with a fantastic dipping sauce. Crispy and hot on the outside, warm and somehow still crisp pickles were held within. Crab and corn chowder ($4/cup): amazing and fresh. Very tasty cream base with a sweetness from the corn...so good! Fish tacos ($14): 2 breaded dogfish head cuts in a warm tortilla w rice and black beans on the side. Again, amazing-fresh taste with a crispy breading topped with a nice tangy sauce. Kudos here also! Crabcake sandwich ($12): a decent but not huge crabcake that had a different flavor than i've had...very good but the weakest dish of the meal. The fresh remolaude on the side was excellent and paired well with both the sandwich and the fresh cut fries that came with it. Kids meals($5): chicken tenders and corn dogs. Average fare and nothing special to report here. Overall, this is a place that we will be sure to visit each time we are in thr Rehoboth area. If there was one weakness, it was the service...that could very well have been a different experience if we had another server. If you enjoy Dogfish Head beer....this is a no-lose stop for you. Also, though we didnt have the room for dessert, the chocolate bacon cheesecake looked great!

    (4)

  • Matthieu K.

    If you like hoppy beer, brewed fresh, this is your kind of place. Enjoy. If you like waiting 2 hours for a thoroughly average chain restaurant meal, this is your kind of place. Enjoy. If you like every meal you eat to be just exactly like ever other meal you have ever eaten, this is your kind of place. Scan Yelp and find a new local restaurant to try. You can enjoy some Dogfish next time you motor over to your local suburban stripmall ...

    (1)

  • Gavin M.

    Drum roll please...gluten free beer ON TAP!! I was lucky to be in Rehoboth Beach over the July 4th weekend during which Dogfish unveiled their new brew, Tweason'ale, who is made from sorghum and is 100% gluten free. I can say this with decent enough authority having tried all of the world's gluten free beers: this is the best by a very very wide margin. It is a crisp summer brew that is reminiscent of Hooegarden. For the non-GFers in the group, they were blown away at how good this was. Kudos to Dogfish Head Brewery, you've set the bar incredibly high and done a honorable service to the beer-loving-but-beer-deprived gluten free set. Kudos.

    (5)

  • Thomas N.

    Some of the best beer you will ever drink. The food is great too. Try the pizza. it's awesome.

    (5)

  • Tracy L.

    I am surprised that there are so many negative reviews about the food here because I really enjoyed my food. We started with the crab dip which came with delicious, buttery pita chips and some generic bread for dipping. The dip was good, but maybe a little small for $12. Then we got the Jumbo Lump Crab Cake and the marinated Tuna steak, both of which were amazing and pretty large for the price. Both came with a pickle and a ton of crispy shoe string French fries. The wait was 20 minutes inside so we chose to sit on the patio which was a bit sweaty, but began to cool off as the sun set. I don't really appreciate sitting at long tables with other diners, but since it was so hot out few people chose to sit outside so there was a lot of room. Also, several people brought their dogs to sit on the patio with them, which was cute. The staff was friendly and flirty and knew a lot about the beers they were serving. They were really good at recommending ones once they knew what type of beer you usually drink, but often pushed the sampler of 5 beers, which we got. We heard the servers suggest the sampler to all the families around us and 5 out of 8 of us got it. This place was really easy to find, we were staying in Dewey so we hopped on the Jolly Trolley and for $2 each rode it all the way to the end which drops you off across the street from Dogfish. I was really excited to come because I love their beers, so I'm glad it was convenient and as good as I had hoped.

    (4)

  • Kim P.

    Terrific to find one of our favorite brews (breweries) during our vacation to the east coast. The brewery and restaurant were just as I'd expect - full of character. The bartenders were great! And, 75 minute IPA in the cask can't be beat. If you appreciate good beer (or they now distill gin) plan to stop in.

    (5)

  • Dennis S.

    The brews are wonderful. Make sure to try the sampler if it is your first visit. This location of Dogfish states that it carries the special experimental brews that are not available at the other restaurants. There is also a tour at 4:30 each afternoon, which I'm sorry to say that I missed. I visited the restaurant once and planned to return while on my current trip. I came close to returning, but I realized that the food isn't of the same quality as the beer. While standing at the door ready for a second visit, I recommended to my wife that we turn back and find another restaurant. I would classify the food as standard, pub-like fare. The first time I visited I had a portobello sandwich with french fries and my wife had a salad and crabcake sandwich. Neither of us thought the meals were great. The restaurant is within walking distance of the beach, but the walk is a bit long. I noticed hop vines growing over the outdoor patio (a nice touch for a brewpub).

    (3)

  • Eileen M.

    Beer selection is great! I especially liked the Pangaea. The grilled salmon on top of my salad was phenomenal! So juicy!

    (4)

  • John A.

    It's ok, nothing special. Hot as hell outside. They some fans outside to move some air.

    (2)

  • Ramsey H.

    The only reason to go here is for the wide selection of Dogfish Head brews and liquors. The eats are generally not very good. The menu sounds exciting and tasty, but you'll probably be disappointed. Prices aren't horrible, but the wait for a table, even during the week, makes this place pretty easy to skip. The calamari was way too tough. I've never experienced anything like it. The spinach artichoke dip was pretty good. Kind of like nachos but with pita chips. The short ribs had way too much cilantro. It was a shame because the meat was well cooked. The rockfish was completely overcooked. It was the only dish that was not edible. The bacon chocolate cheesecake was okay. The bacon should have been crispy, and there should have been less of it. There's something very unsettling about chewy stringy bacon in your cheesecake. The service was good. Probably saved the meal for us. I almost feel bad about this review, since they were so courteous. When we complained about the rockfish they gave us a crab cake instead. I didn't try it but was told that it was decent. I know this is a favorite of many people, but honestly I don't plan to eat here again. I could go here for a happy hour though.

    (2)

  • Stephanie G.

    It really hurts me to only give Dogfish two stars. The more I come here, the more disappointed I become. I have been eating here for over 7 years, and every time it gets a little worse. It used to be my go to place in Rehoboth, but this is no longer the case. The food quality is getting bad, and the workers are becoming rude. We arrived and were told that our party of 5 would have at least a half hour wait, which we would have minded except there were plenty of tables available. When we asked, we were told that they save those tables because they could sit 8 people. I guess they were waiting for 24 people to possibly show up to eat. Not off to the right foot. We decided to eat outside so we wouldn't have to wait. Normally we would head to the bar, but we were hungry and had a child with us. It took forever for a waitress to take our drink orders, and she seemed very miserable. Fast forward to getting our food. They brought us our appetizer which we were all sharing. Had to find someone to give us some small plates (we haven't seen our waitress since our order was taken, cook staff delivered food). Appetizer was fine (hummus) and soon after we finished, we got our meal. I ordered the portabello sandwich, which used to be my favorite thing on the menu. Guess I should have read the menu more carefully because the only thing similar to what it was and what it is now was the mushroom. So disappointed. As for our waitress, we saw her a few minutes after our meals were served and when she brought us our check. No one ever removed our empty appetizer platter or plates. There was a guy working who I assume was a manager of some type outside who was friendly and seemed to try to get things in order outside. It seems that they have taken some things off the menu (the tuna sandwich being one notable option) and have downgraded the quality of what they are serving. I hope the corn and crab soup is still good. It was at the beginning of July. If it wasn't for the beer, I'd never come back.

    (2)

  • Chris K.

    The food was OK but not worth the 1+ hour wait. I think this place is better if you want to just pop in for a beer and and appetizers. The food was not bad but there are better places for dinner. If I go again it will just be for drinks. The table service was OK, exactly what I expect at this type of restaurant.

    (3)

  • Matt N.

    My wife and I chose this place for our reception after our wedding on the beach. I have been coming to dogfish head for many years, since not long after they opened actually around '95. I mainly come to the brewpub to try out the exclusives they brew for pub only release on draft, but they have spirits that are produced in-house like Be, Jin and Wit spiced rum too. I stopped in the Friday night to before the wedding to sample Chicha a Peruvian corn ale that Dogfish Head interpreted, we decided to stay and have a bite to eat too after a draft and tour. The burger was very well cooked and enhanced by the wood grill the flavors were spot-on and the fries were crispy and tasty. The day of our reception there was a little confusion about the cake, but no matter, we were allowed to come in and set up ahead even though another party had a 40th birthday to celebrate. We came in and were seated quickly and appetizers came out soon after. The service was friendly and prompt and everyone was having a good time. I was pleased with the flavor of the salmon and ribeye and the asparagus was appropriately wood smoked in flavor. There was plenty of food and I thought the level of service was very high. I recommend them if you want to have a more casual place to have a group function and great beer!

    (4)

  • Sean D.

    I'm here whenever I visit, which is about 6 or 7 times a year. My wife and I have tried nearly every beer and most non-dessert menu items here. The beers are uniformly excellent and the revolving addition of new and seasonal beers justifies the regular revisits. The beer is reason alone to come. The food, not so much. The burger is serviceable, though the bun is always dry. The appetizers are uniformly mediocre. I can't recommend any of them. Some are outright odd: um, hummus with carrots? And why did I ever order that fried pickle? Things improve a bit on the main menu, but not much. The roast beef sandwich on ciabatta was tough, dry, and slathered with mayo. The melted cheese was also coagulated, which was dubious given that the order came out in 3 mins. I suspect it had been sitting for awhile. There is some redemption. The pizzas are not bad considering the absence of a pizza oven. And the Mac and Cheese is surprisingly excellent. If only there were more items like this. In sum, this is a brew pub that is a chef away from that fifth star.

    (4)

  • K A.

    A truly wonderful place for a great IPA and burgers. Not a fan of the pizza, though. Free parking if the lot isn't full--which is a great plus in Rehoboth.

    (4)

  • Tim J.

    This is the greatest place on earth. Dogfish beers are some of the best on the market and here they're paired with incredible food in a great setting. If you plan on visiting, plan a return trip because you won't be able to eat and drink all you'd like in one sitting.

    (5)

  • Greg G.

    I was disappointed overall. I love Dogfish Head beer, don't get me wrong. However this place as a brew pub ... meh. There was a neverending line for a table, unbearable heat and a menu that promised to solve all that and make me forget it. So we waited. And finally were seated where we already had made up our minds. I had their indulgence burger, which sounded amazing. An onion ring on top of a burger with cheese and the fixing and a toasted bun. What I got was a dry onion ring (the batter was still bread crumbs inside, a scorched but greasy burger and some kind of gross fries :( I was soo hungry though at that point and decided to dive in. I don't think I finished it. Overall I was pretty sad. I mean I have had their beers on tap so I thought this place would be better for it's food and setup. I wish I could say I would come here for the service, but nope. Our server was basically hoping her shift was over. We flagged her down like 4 - 5 times at one point because it was 80+ outside and she kept giving our table water 1 glass at a time :(

    (2)

  • Brad C.

    I don't think I could give this place anything but 5 stars. Some friends and myself made a stop here while visiting another friend in Ocean City, Maryland. Rehoboth Beach is only about a 30 minute drive so it made it an easy trip. Dogfish Head beer is great out of the bottle and even better on tap. My biggest wish was that they had more beer that you can't get in bottle on tap at the brewpub. They have pretty good food with a great $6 pizza deal on Thursday. All around Dogfish Head was great! Make sure you check upstairs, they have a pool table too.

    (5)

  • Marianne H.

    Ain't nothing like the real thing, baby. So even though I have enjoyed dogfish beer at home in Maryland and also had the chance to drink and dine at the Gaithersburg location, my visit to the flagship restaurant was my best dogfish experience yet. I had a festina de peche and my husband had a 90 minute ipa (they didn't have 120 minute that day, bummer). A friend had the chicory stout, which she loved. We split an appetizer of the artichoke spinach dip, which was unusual and really frickin good--deep fried pita triangles stacked with the dip nacho-style. I ordered a turkey burger, but they were out, so I switched my order to a wood-grilled pizza with shrimp, tomato and feta cheese. You get a choice of sauces with pizza (tomato, pesto or oil and garlic) and I chose pesto. It was an awesomely delicious combo, but the crust was a tad bit overcooked. Like, a little too much burning. But it was still a pretty good pizza. My companions got a choose-your-own topping pizza with portobellos and fish and chips, which they both enjoyed. I can't necessarily say that the food or drink was any better than at any other dogfish location; it was more the atmosphere that put this visit over the top. The huge selection of beers and liquors and the beachy setting were perfect.

    (4)

  • Thor T.

    As Brew Pubs should be! Long, interesting list of beers - my new favorite for summer is the "neo Berliner Weisse" Festina Pêche, a tart brew with a hint of peach. Delicious and at 4.5% ABV, you can drink several pints (beer prices are kind). The menu lists typical plates expected at a brew pub, pizzas, burgers, some seafood, lots of fries, all good. The popularity of the place means the kitchen has to go full-speed from the moment the restaurant opens and the cooking is mostly honest and done with care. The ingredients are outstanding, mostly farmed from farms near-by or, in the case of some meats, a little bit further away. This is a nice effort from a place that would not really have to go through the trouble but does it on principle. I liked the fact that so many families with kids were eating in the pub. Don't pass the small shop outside where the various interesting spirits (rums, vodkas) are available, as well as most beers and an endless array of Dogfish Head paraphernalia - they make nice souvenirs for beer lovers (this is one of the greatest breweries in the US).

    (4)

  • Juniper M.

    Very busy - good to make reservations if going at noon. Waiter was great and funny, let us taste a few samples before settling on one to order. Food was great. Service a little slow, esp on drinks, since they were so busy, but not that big of a deal.

    (4)

  • Tommy L.

    Let's not get carried away here. The pub is ok. The food is not really that good. Best thing I can recommend is the Fish and Chips. I've ate there probably 6 times and that's the only thing I can recommend to a friend. Calamari was cold, pizza had way to much corn meal in the crust, onion soup I swear someone mixed up sugar and salt when they were making it, it was sickeningly sweet almost like a dessert. The saving grace is obviously the beer but even then, it's not all that notable. What I mean is, if I am going all the way to the DFH Mothership, they need to have more than 2 things available that you can't get anywhere else. Iron Horse Braggot was great but the only other special was something so heavily smoked it was like a bad campfire. The 75 minute IPA was unavailable for some reason. So in total, exactly 1 drinkable beer that you can't get in most liquor stores. They really need to make the menu more consistent. As far as the beer, if you are a real fan, I can't argue you into a new way of thinking but literally half of the beers are some crazy idea Sam had in a dream. Some taste ok but more often than not, it's like something that you might try and never order another one again. It's his business and he can surely do what he wants but come on, brew something worth drinking 3 pints of. I have stopped in there in November during Punkin Chunkin and the wait was over 2 hours. Some obviously likes it but I think it could be a lot better.

    (2)

  • Tom D.

    3.5 stars I might opt not to eat here -- there isn't anything wrong with the food but it's not exactly memorable, but an essential stop for Dogfish Head beer on tap. Nice atmosphere, great beer and live music on most weekends make for a good time.

    (3)

  • Kat S.

    Located about a 10 minute walk up the street from the beach, this bar is absolutely worth stopping by while in adorable Rehoboth Beach. The décor is Americana and a bit touristy, the food (I didn't try) looked pretty standard, as was the service. It's perpetually busy on summer evenings. But the beer selection overcomes all of that and necessitates a visit. Yes, the 90 minute IPA is good, but bypass anything you can get at your local liquor store and get a taster of self-selected brews only made and sold local (and at a great price). There is beer which follows a 2700-year old Turkish recipe (King Midas), a beer made through a 9000-year old Chinese recipe and process (Chateau Jiahu), a 120 minute IPA and a wide variety beers brewed with various fruits and spices and stored in specialty wooden barrels. We were very happy with the eclectic and practically endless selection of craft beers and fell in love with some along the way (Chateau Jihau, Raison D'Etre to name a few).

    (4)

  • Nancy K.

    I love this place. Great beer, food, service and atmosphere. I have been dying to check it out since I've always loved their beer. We actually planned our vacation in Rehobeth just to visit the pub and take the brewery tour. It was worth it. The beer sampler is fantastic!

    (5)

  • Ryan E.

    Beer is outstanding as you would expect! The food is pretty good. Not very consistent though. Great sometimes other times just Ok. But overall the atmosphere and Beer make it worth it. 60 Minute IPA is the Best.

    (4)

  • Tom H.

    Great beer!

    (4)

  • C M.

    I love this place and have to remember to head down in October, when Pangea is brewed (it doesn't bottle well I was unhappy to discover, after buying a case). We even keep a neoprene-covered growler with electrical tape in the bottom for when we're visiting the area. The stout is excellent, and over the years I've tried most of their beers, which can be found at least through Chicago (at Sam's Wine and Spirits, not Sam's club) and down the east coast. Even their IPAs aren't as bitter as most, and at one point they were competing with Goose Island & Sam Adam's for the highest proof beer (the winner had a 22-24% brew, though there were some interpretive issues regarding who actually won). If you don't mind waiting, the food is very good (particularly the pizzas--any of them--and the sandwiches) and reasonably priced for a beach town. It gets really crowded at all hours, so be prepared to wait. The restrooms are tiny. Go for the beer. Get a sampler or a few pints. The spirits are interesting, particularly the distilled vodka.

    (4)

  • Dave G.

    I love this place - they have delicious food & beer. I highly recommend getting a burger on foccacia bread w/ the Midas Touch beer. Also, you gotta try Life & Limb - it's definitely one of the best beers I've ever tasted. Service is OK and the restaurant is kinda small. They have a parking lot right before the restaurant - it's small, but it's free. Otherwise you may need to pop some quarters into a meter. This place is on the right if you're driving on Rehoboth Ave. from Route 1.

    (4)

  • Craig F.

    I am going to keep posting until I start to see some change with the service and the food. I am fightin for you, DFH. Your beer is too good. The dedication and creativity that you demonstrate on the brewery side needs to filter out to the restaurant side. To be blunt, your service STINKS at the restaurant. I have never had good service and the last time I ate there it was absolutely unacceptable/incompetent/appalling. She really didnt have any clue on service and follow up....and when she did show up it seemed to be more of an attempt to move us out so another party could be seated...Just really seemed to be staring out to sea the entire time. And the food...local ingredients dont mean a thing if they are mangled beyond repair. But you still pack 'em in...there are always people sitting and waiting to get a table (I think they are lulled in by the hype)..... But PLEASE revisit your food/menu/chef/manager, whatever, because something bad is happening on this side. I do and I SHOULD expect better food when your beer is so stellar.

    (2)

  • Jill M.

    This review is only for the drinks. We didn't eat anything here. Great selection of Dogfish beers, including many that you can't find anywhere else. I love dogfish because they try such creative things! I actually enjoyed all that we tried. I also had the Pb'tini, a fantastic dessert type drink made with their peanut butter and chocolate vodkas. Everyone who was working behind the bar was super friendly and helpful. One of them, Wes, even got me some peanut butter when I got the hiccups (that's the only cure that works for me)!

    (5)

  • Barbara G.

    besides the actual Brewery, this is my favorite place on earth. Everything there is so good. You cant get fresher DFH beers and food. Most of their food is local. Also if youre in the mood for vodka and not beer, you must try their PBtini. Its their chocolate vodka mixed with their peanut butter vodka, super strong and it taste like you are drinking a liquid reeses cup. Easy to walk from the beach and plenty of cabs wait for you out front, if you cant make it home on your own. Fridays are pretty relaxed, Saturday got really busy, like a 2hr wait for a table. Totally worth it! Get a hotel room at the Atlantis Inn and youll be a close as you can get to the pub. If you live in any state near Delaware you must make this trip! Fun road trip and plenty of great memories. Brewery is right up the street from the brew pub.

    (5)

  • Tate P.

    NICE! We went just after the weekday lunch crowd was dying down. Did beer samplers as well as a pull. Food was average...nothing spectacular, but certainly above average for the dollar. Staff was friendly. Would def go back again. Superb atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Michael S.

    My girlfriend and I stopped in for dinner, looking forward to good beer and eats. We got thrown off upon entering by stopping at the shop booth, thinking it was a host station.. When we found the host station the hostesses gave us the silent treatment, we got a table in the corner under a way to low boat hung from the ceiling. The waitress was excellent, the beer was good as expected (tried the seasonal punkin ale). The food was a complete let down. It was not horrible by any means, but I was completely underwhelmed. We ordered the dogpile for an app, fried pita chips with a spinach artichoke cheese "dip." This is served nacho style with the dip covering the pita chips. The dip was delicious, the pita chips where a bad combo of greasy and chewy. You can't really bite through them, you have to rip through them like a microwaved pizza crust. Our main courses were the fish and chips and the fish tacos. I was surprised by the generous portions. The fish taco's were spot on. The fish and chips had two large chunks of dogfish and fries. The fries were as good as fries can be. The two chunks of fish tasted as they had sat in the fryer too long. They tasted more of oil and burnt batter than fish. If we go back, it will be primarily for some drinks. Not for the service or food.

    (3)

  • Tu-van L.

    Food and beer were consistently good so I ain't gonna knock a star from this place. But greasy fried bar food and thick hoppy beers do not make for a settled stomach.

    (4)

  • Sarah R.

    If you're looking for a place to eat dinner, I would not recommend this at all. I would go for drinks and appetizers. They also have live music on the weekends that will pack the downstairs. The veggie burger is really awful. The food really could have been better if it was made by my high school cafeteria. The peanut butter vodka is surprisingly amazing (I was coaxed by my Foursquare tips and gave in) There is a free 'pint glass with $10 purchase' in one of the neighborhood circulars, so if you use it, spend it on liquid!

    (2)

  • Micah J.

    Beer first. Food 2nd as with any brewpub in the world. The food is acceptable but Im more interested in sitting at the bar at noon on a monday for Randall the Enamel Animal. Try it. They take their 90 Min IPA and tap it through a batch of fresh hops then into your glass. Its amazing. The food it good but I dont make it a point to count on eating there. And I will admit the food has gotten a lot better over the years. A few years ago the food was junk, now its acceptable. First thing first people, BEER!!! Leave your kids at home. It gets loud, good bands at night too. So when your in there at 2pm with your 2 year old, dont give me a stink face cause Ive been in there drinking since noon.

    (5)

  • Sally f.

    beer fanatics will get giddy over the rare brews only offered here. i love the patio outside and the live music on the weekends inside. great business to stand behind.

    (5)

  • Shawn H.

    delicious!!!

    (4)

  • Carmen S.

    We love this beer so much, we were excited about coming to see where it all began over a decade ago. Get there early on a Saturday night as you will have to wait for at least an hour. We grabbed a beer and found a good spot to wait and chat with other wait-ers. Warning: don't drink a 120 minute IPA on an empty stomach unless you're willing to share your life story with total strangers. Fast forward to dinner: they text you when your table is ready, so you could walk around and see the sights while waiting if you prefer. I decided on a pizza and my sweetie decided on the crab cakes. The crab cakes were divine - perfectly cooked and seasoned, but the fries were cold and soggy, and the slaw was lackluster. The pizza was allllll about the crust - perfect wood fired texture and flavor. Don't waste your money on any of their vodka... I admire their attempt, but they should stick to what they know best: BEER. Did I mention their beer? It's hands down some of the best brew in the country. You can also grab a case to go at a great price, along with some t-shirts, etc just outside.

    (4)

  • Kacey K.

    I was first introduced to Dogfish Head a few years ago on a weekend trip to Rehoboth. It was Labor Day and I fell in love with their Punkin' Ale. Since then, I've happily witnessed their popularity skyrocket. I moved to NYC about 2 years ago and discovered that DFH was heavily featured in many a beer bar here. I finally got to revisit the brewery this past weekend for a friend's rehearsal dinner and was super pumped. Three hours of open bar with all of their brews - pretty sweet. Since I knew it was going to be a long night, I shied away from their serious brews (a lot of their beers approach or exceed 10%, which is pretty crazy, beware). The Aprihop was my fave and has officially become my spring go-to. As for the food, it was basic stuff, but well executed and tasty. We had the crab dip, pizza and peanut butter cheesecake (really healthy stuff) and all of it was good. The atmosphere is cool, but it gets really crowded downstairs. Luckily, we had the upstairs to ourselves. By the time we left, it was impossible to navigate through the crowd downstairs. Plus, they had a band crammed in there, so it was kind of chaotic.

    (4)

  • Xing X.

    It's all about the fresh beer here, cause everything else is flat, including the staff. I've seen comatose people with more personality!

    (3)

  • Sarah B.

    Great food, great beer, great atmosphere! Definitely worth the trip! IN addition to having their "regular" brews, they also have special beers on tap. So good!

    (5)

  • Michele W.

    This review is specific to the Rehoboth Beach restaurant. I believe that the Dogfish Head restaurants are franchised. Every person in my family agreed that the one in Falls Church is far superior, in terms of food quality. (The kids observed that even the fries were not as good as the ones served in FC.) Despite the disappointing food, I'm giving the Rehoboth Beach location three stars because the service was acceptable, and the beers were wonderful. In both locations, the Dogfish Head brews deserve five stars.

    (3)

  • Paul M.

    So we went to Rehoboth for a week earlier in the summer, my buddy and neighbor tells me oh, you have to check out my friend-from-Harvard-business-school's bar, it's in Rehoboth beside some Irish pub. Tell him I sent you and I promise you'll get a free beer. My buddy knows what motivates me. But three things occur: 1. Magnificently, it turns out that our rental house is a mere one block from this bar. 2. It also turns out that, as you already know, the bar was none other than the world famous Dogfish Head Brewery, surpassed only by the Black Dog of Martha's Vineyard and the Salty Dog of Hilton Heald Island in vacation beer niche positioning , branding and marketing ( HBS MBA Marketing 403). 3. So we hit the rental house, hit the beach, and then we hit the bar. What can I say- the original and quite possibly the best ( I say quite possibly as I have yet to visit any of the other spots closer to home). We had a fabulous time. The upstairs restaurant was packed , the servers were hustling, the kids enjoyed it the food was decent, and I enjoyed the beer. We ordered a flght of beers - brilliant - and as the Honey fancied a G&T she ordered a flight of the house spirits. Holy Mary Mother of God. For like, $6 she got half a liquor bottle worth of gin and vodka in six different flavored varieties. She couldn't handle it, so I had to do the needful and that clouded my judgement on which of my own flight of beers I wanted to savor on its on in a pint. So I had most of them. We had a great night - a great combination of fun, food and beer - great and diverse clientele - I thought with the kids we would be out-hipstered - but it was not to be and the bachelor party at the next table were extremely well behaved ( hey - it was still early) - so I shared with the best man some of my favorite best man's speech lines: "-Bride- is a really wonderful, beautiful, amazing woman. She truly deserves a magnificent and phenomenal husband. So thank God she is marrying -groom- before she finds one" My minor quibble with the place - and I understand the importance of branding and positioning and telling the story - but it is a bit of a shrine to the founder guy with the endless barrage of press interviews / profiles / stories on the wall becoming as bit too much after a while. As our next President says - it's not about me - it's about you.

    (4)

  • Seth L.

    This is the best place in DE, period. Their beers are some of the best in the world and their food is mostly from local sustainable farms. For example, the beef in their burgers is from cows that were fed the spent grains from the brewery. Very cool. Just make sure to call ahead and ask what the wait time is; it can be substantial in the evening in Summer. Even if you are not into beer, you have to try their beers. DFH is literally one of the best breweries in the world. You can get bombers and growlers at this place so taste some here and get a few growlers to take home. Just a warning: If all you drink is horsepiss (Heinkein, Bud, Coors, etc.) then it is unlikely you will have the palate to properly taste their beers. So when you are reading posts on here about how people hated their beers, it is the people, not DFH. If in doubt, ask for a taste instead of a pint. A note to some of the other posters: This is a BAR people, not a black-tie restaurant. Notice how the word "brewery" is in the name?

    (5)

  • Elizabeth E.

    Good food, mostly good eats. After visiting the Dogfish Head brewing facility in Milton, we decided that the brewpub was not to be missed. Tired from the sun and the beach, we sat around for about half an hour to wait for the restaurant's opening, so dedicated were we to the pursuit of 120 Minute. Well, my fiance was dedicated to 120 Minute. I just wanted food. I couldn't believe how fast the place filled up - especially since this is still technically the off-season. Sadly enough, they didn't have 120 Minute! They did, however, have $5 martinis and Bloody Marys all day (Sunday)! I had a Bloody Mary with their Blue Hen vodka, which is distilled onsite. It was the best damn Bloody Mary since the ones we used to have at Bentley's back in the day. My fiance got a 90 Minute, which he loves, so all was well. We each had a cup of the delicious corn and crab chowder, then split a totally inadequate A Canary for One pizza. I'm not sure that I've ever had a pizza without sauce before - at least on purpose - but that's what this one was. Whatever - we were hungry. Service was totally adequate. We were in and out in under an hour, and we'd go again next time we're in Rehoboth. Good stuff.

    (4)

  • lynda s.

    Food here is really good, as is the beer. Busy and noisy, staff is nice, but were a bit overworked the day we were there (Tuesday lunch time). Prices are excellent. Noise is a bit hard to take though. (Only reason I rated it 4 not 5.)

    (4)

  • Shirley B. W.

    This is home to some of the world's most unusual - and even exotic - beers. I had hoped the food would live up to the same standard. It did not. Service was good, the beer was incredible, the food detracted from the Dogfish experience.

    (3)

  • Christine J.

    I can't believe that it took me this long to write a review for Dogfish Head! Even though I live on Long Island, I come to Dogfish at least once a month (this month I've been here 3 times already)! Why do I make the 4+ hour drive to come here multiple times a month? The beer sillies! I love Dogfish head beer, thankfully we still get it in NY, but the brewpub exclusives make the drive worthwhile. And Randall Fridays?!?! Can we get any better than WW Stout and coffee beans through the Randall? Probably not. Anyway, aside from the beer which is A-mazing, there's the food. I'm not going to lie, some of it can be hit or miss. The BF got violently ill from the scrapple during one of the brunches we went to. Also, there really isn't too much change in the menu. They do have specials that change (this last time around I got venison sliders which were really good) and everything is locally farmed and whatnot. Bottom line, if you love beer than you already know about Dogfish Head so checking it out would not be a disappointment. If your not into beer, come anyway. The food's really good and they also have their own distillery where they make flavored vodkas, rums and gin. Get a Chicory Stout with a shot of their Peanut Butter Vodka in it. Or a root beer with a shot of the Vanilla Vodka. Or, just sample all the flavors and buy a couple of bottles to take home with you!

    (5)

  • Scatterbrained D.

    4 stars for the beer 2 stars for the food (and that's being generous) Fantastic beers. The 90 Minute IPA is everything a beer should be -- complex, nicely bitter, just perfect for a cold winter night. I also sampled the Lawnmower, which would be great on a hot afternoon of yardwork; the 60 Minute IPA, which I also loved but not as much as the 90; the Raison D'Etre, interesting but a little sweet for my tastes; and a fifth beer I can't recall. On a second visit I tried the Palo Santo Maron, which like the Raison was too sweet, but really interesting because of the spicy flavors the palo santo brewing tanks give the beer. I would love the chance to try even more beers -- even brews I tried that didn't fit my tastes were interesting and made me think about what the brewery was trying to do. The food, on the other hand, was mediocre at very best. The fish and chips is made with pollack, which is too thin and watery to serve as the base for the batter. The fish ended up soggy and wet inside way too much heavy, oily batter, and the chips were limp and underdone. I had a nice side salad -- fresh greens and a nice sharp red wine vinaigrette -- but that was the highlight. A friend's burger was cooked beyond well-done, just burned to a crisp. On my second visit, I had decent but not memorable pizza. I would go back for the beer, but I will eat before I get there.

    (3)

  • josh G.

    Awesome beer. They distill spirits in house and they were very good as well. We bought a bottle of their chocolate infused vodka for later! The food was above average for a brewpub, the crab cakes were good and my fried rockfish po' boy special was just as I expected. What I didn't expect is that we got two meals, two beers and five shots for under $30!! Great place and friendly staff. I wish I could get their beer and liquor at home.

    (5)

  • Benjamin C.

    Good service. Good food. Beer is always excellent. I cant help but feel that it could be better though. I've also been to their Falls Church VA location and I have to say the food along with the service are much better there. Don't get me wrong this place is great too. I just cant help but compare to their Falls Church location.

    (4)

  • Jim T.

    Stopped in Rehoboth Beach to grab a bite on the way down to Ocean City, MD. I always enjoy a nice brewery. We went at lunch and didn't have to wait at all. I had the fish and chips and was very happy with it. Most places that serve fish and chips have 90% breading and 10% fish and I'm happy to report that it is the opposite at Dogfish Head. Food was quite good and service was excellent.

    (4)

  • Laura P.

    I personally enjoyed the Raison d'Etre and the 60 minute IPA, the pumpkin seasonal beer for fall was ok, not too strong on the pumpkin. We ordered the hot wings for an appetizers and were unimpressed. The sauce was more runny than should be expected. i ordered a crab cake sandwich which was dry and came with a strange parmesan sauce that I didn't touch. The music was fun and the beer was good and prices weren't high. Also the service was quite slow, so be prepared. Its not a place I would go for a great meal but I did have fun.

    (3)

  • Gomer K.

    I liked this place way way way better than the actual brewery. Here you can visit the distillery too. They had beers here that they didn't have at the brewery and they had Dogfish liquor too. I had a flight of liquor and they were all tasty. The Jin was yummy and I had the peanut butter vodka was awesome. I can't remember the names of all the beers I drank there but I remember the Noble Rot being my definite favorite. It's light (kinda champagne-y) without much of an aftertaste. I gave it only for stars because I haven't had much of their food. We did split a pizza which was only $6 on Thursdays which was ok for $6 and some onion rings which were good. The lady bartender we had was nice and attentive. We got there around 4:30 and it was pretty empty. It got much busier around dinner time. I liked it here and the next time I'm in Rehoboth Beach I'll definitely stop in!

    (4)

  • Andrew W.

    Excellent beer is complimented with just OK pub fare, but nothing offensive. The music keeps the crowd enthusiastic. Learn the story of Dogfish Head and be impressed. The service is spotty, but the beer makes it all worth it.

    (4)

  • Marlon C.

    I was stuck in DE for work when i stumbled upon this place. As it is the official restaurant of one of the best American craft breweries i knew it had to be good. The food was great but what really made this place was of course the beer. I got to try so many wonderful Dogfish head brews that I had never had before. I didn't even know that they made their own vodka. My coworkers and I had so much beer and vodka packed in our suit cases that we were sure we were going to get stopped by TSA at the airport. If you're anywhere in a 50 mi radius of the place and you like good beer you gotta check it out.

    (4)

  • Sam D.

    Very loud place but beer is fantastic

    (4)

  • Adam B.

    It's hard to go wrong eating at Dogfish Head.. great beer, great food.

    (4)

  • Erik P.

    Love all the offerings on tap here! Even a special batch of the 120 When I went in September. I was psyched because they had Chicory Stout on tap and I could take a growler home with me. The food is decent enough for pub food. They do source all their ingredients from local farms which is quite refreshing. They also are distilling spirits upstairs in small batches now and that's kind of cool. The staff here from the greeters to all of the servers are pretty indifferent and that's why I am giving only 3 stars. They are not very welcoming and just seemed bothered by your presence. I guess to drink good fresh beer there is a price.

    (3)

  • Amy R.

    Great food, never had anything disappointing here. Great beer and mixed drinks, friendly staff.

    (5)

  • Erin S.

    Super friendly staff, great location in the heart of Rehoboth and an awesome outdoor patio. It's worth the wait. Make sure to check out the Shelter Pale Ale while there and have a bite of one of their pizzas; they're both delicious!

    (4)

  • Emily E.

    Really happy that we stopped here for lunch. The food was great and the service was awesome - great atmosphere and good for kids. I had a simple cheese pizza and it was great! Highly recommend coming here . . . .beer was good too!

    (5)

  • Ashleigh L.

    We come to Rehoboth once a year, mainly to enjoy Dogfish, both the restaurant and brewery in Milton. And they never disappoint! To start, you must order a "dogpile" appetizer and whichever tasty brew is exclusively on tap at the restaurant (grab a growler to go!). Also, depending which season you visit, you'll have options such as Aprihop, Peche Festina, or Punkin. This visit, one of the did specials was antelope sliders (incredible!), and their regular menu is consistently delicious. We have tried pretty much all of it, and I also highly recommend crab and corn chowder. I can't wait to go back! This craft brewery knows what they are doing!

    (5)

  • Shawn S.

    Great, great, great beer. Not too impressed with the stout, but one cannot go wrong with the 90 minute IPA on tap. Ok, beers reviewed in the brewery post, but if you go here, you get to try lots of other stuff, especially the new stuff they may be bottling the next year. The brew pub is their test market. The food was pretty good, too. For our table, we tried the Three cheese crab dip. It was soooo good. We also got the Dogpile. It's a cheesy artichoke-spinach dip with pita chips. Same kinda thing you can get at a lot of places, but was still good. Had the Ahi Tuna for dinner. Was cooked perfectly rare. The have giant burgers, huge fish n chips portions. Looks like a pretty fun place. Didn't stay for the band. Probably gets packed in the summer.

    (4)

  • RJ U.

    I am *so* not a beer snob, but their 90-minute IPA was among the best beers I've ever had. The food was decent; okay burger, okay fish and chips. The reviews below basically capture the quality and tenor of this place, and if I say 5 stars for the beer, 3 stars for the food, I'm echoing at least one reviewer below. The one minor thing I'll add--my friends and I had outdoor seating on a warm night in mid-September, and there were these beetles falling onto our tables from these hanging lights above. Slightly surreal, but no big deal, *unless* you have an irrational fear of beetles (or insects in general), in which case you may just want to sit inside.

    (4)

  • Douglas C.

    Typical brewpub food (3 stars) but awesome beer (5 stars). If you go trying the Randal is a must. The 18% ABV World Wide Stout is way up on my list of must have beers.

    (4)

  • Scott B.

    Beer was good: food was mediocre and waitress was both grumpy and clumsy spilling French fries all over the wife. Biggest complaint is that when we asked for a slice of orange for our summer beer we were told they didn't have any, Seriously ?

    (3)

  • Wendy P.

    Great food! The parm fries were to die for. Festina Peche really hit the spot.

    (4)

  • Tony C.

    I just love the Dogfish Head story from start up to huge success story. The beer selection is always awesome and very tasty. We were there on a hot Saturday night in July. Place was crowded (almost 90 min wait for a table) but we managed to grab 2 seats at the bar which we prefer anyway. Sat and hung out for couple hours. Sampled several of the beers. Beers were good but the draft lines were a little warm b/c of a problem that was eventually fixed. Live music was great. People watching always fascinating. I will have to ding DFH on the food. It just seemed to be blah, blah, blah. The live music and beers will bring me back again

    (3)

  • Nancy M.

    So fun and of course great beers. The menu is good but sparse. The use of fresh and local shows. The peach gazpacho was excellent. The fish tacos were a little soggy but could be improved with grilling rather than frying. This is not a great gusto pub but seems like it could be. But it is very good "bar food".

    (4)

  • Jay E.

    I have been to DFH more times than I can count. Love the beers, always different seasonals on tap and always worth a try. Food and Service are solid. As with other reviewers, come for the beer, spirits, music and exprience; put the food last on the list. Also in the off season, check them out for the specials. Thursday is pizza night!

    (5)

  • t w.

    This was my second visit and the place was packed again on a summer weeknight. I love what Dogfish Head has done with their beers and for putting Delaware on the map. The Rehoboth restaurant is better than any of the other establishments that have inhabited this location over the years. That said, the food is just OK. Given the crowds, there's no reason for them to improve. However, those looking for anything like a "gastropub" experience are going to be disappointed. The food is conventional fare for this corner of the world and prepared decently. (During this visit it was clear that the fryer was overloaded, thus, under temperature, as any fried items were not properly fried. Another table's chicken wings looked soggy and sad.) I'm looking forward to heading back to sample the beers many times again, but there's no reason to make it a destination for dining.

    (3)

  • A J.

    I don't get to Rehobeth Beach often,so my restaurant choice has to be dead on when I go. Mission accomplished! We were very satisfied with the food (crabcake, bbq wings, and cheeseburger), atmosphere (non-pretentious, but comfortable),and service(quick, attentive, with a smile). Since the food is better than the average pub and reasonably priced, It's a good choice even for people who are not really into beer. Upstairs are two pool tables and pin ball machines which kept the kid occupied while we finished up lunch. A perfect start to a perfect, lazy day at the (rainy) beach. Thanks yelpers for the honest reviews.

    (5)

  • doug k.

    Mmmm...beer. In my opinion Dogfish Head is the east-coast equivalent to Rogue Brewery in Oregon, these are two of the best craft breweries in the country. The Dogfish 60 and 90 minute IPA's stack up to Rogue's Brutal Bitter, but Rogue does a better job with unique beers like Juniper Ale and the XS line of beers. This might be a moot point though, since I don't think many of either breweries' small batch brew's make it to the opposite coast. The food here is pretty good, the folks at Issaquah Brewhouse outside Seattle could benefit from stopping by Dogfish and checking out the menu. Having said that though, I still think both establishments could do a better job with their food selections. If you have any friends who think good beer is a Miller Light, bring them here and laugh as they get hammered on real beer with actual alcohol in it. Start them off light with a Shelter Pale Ale or Lawnmower and they won't know what hit them.

    (4)

  • Morris S.

    5 stars for the beer. 3 stars for the food. If you are a Dogfish Head fan, there's nothing better than a freshly pulled 90 minute IPA. This place is a mecca for beer geeks and is worthy of a stop - by. The food is ok -- not disgustingly greasy, but nothing that impressive, either. It does have a passable kids menu and the service is pretty good.

    (4)

  • Jenni L.

    I enjoy sitting at the bar at the brew pub, and I enjoy their rotating specialty brews, crafted by pub and brewery employees. I also like the spirits a lot, particularly the jin (buy a bottle and stop and get some campari and fresh citrus on the way home). Sometimes I come for the live music too. Despite the fact that it's not really set up as a good venue, it's as good as it's going to get in Rehoboth. It's loud but fun. But no matter what I go to the pub for, I always eat first. I've been kind enough to give everything I would normally choose from the menu a try, and I've been disappointed every single time. Putting bland, under-seasoned, unoriginal food on a wood fired grill does not, unfortunately, magically transform it into destination cuisine. If you're looking for an awesome brewery and restaurant destination in the area, go to Victory brewing in Downingtown, PA. Believe it or not, the beer is even better.

    (3)

  • Diana W.

    Beers are okay, food is terrible. Wait service spotty. I'm a townie and I eat here 2x per year, maybe. Because tourist friend visitors want to experience the hype. On the other hand, the tour of the brewery in Milton is a good time.

    (1)

  • Sarah M.

    Good beer. Bad food and service.

    (3)

  • Kim R.

    Come for the wonderful beer. The food isn't exactly a revelation, but it all pairs well with the beers and they actually cooked our burgers medium- as ordered. So I was happy. It's pretty much what a brewpub should be and not much extra.

    (3)

  • DCViajer o.

    "eh" at best. The most bland fish tacos I've ever had. Slow service. Sliders were over cooked. Watermelon gazpacho sounded great but was watery. I'll take my $35 elsewhere next time.

    (2)

  • V S.

    I loooved this place! I've been to the one in MD, but this one is far better. It's prices are really cheap and their food and beer is awesome. I was there on a night they had a blues band playing, which was quite entertaining. They do get very busy (was told it would be a 2 hour wait - it was a saturday night), but if you hang out by the bar, you can usually snag a seat in a way shorter amount of time. It was less than $60 bucks for 6 beers and two meals between two people. Not bad at all. And their 75 minute IPA - Johnny Cask- AMAZING!

    (5)

  • Jen S.

    As so many others have noted, the beer is the thing here. In spite of mediocre to unpleasant food, the opportunity to try beers that are served exclusively in the brewpub will keep me coming back. Happily, many Dogfish beers are widely available at other superior restaurants, but I can't stand the idea of missing out on some rare and temporary brewpub treasure.

    (4)

  • Joel P.

    Best beer in DE. They have small batches not available in retail AND the food is really good

    (5)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :12:00 pm - 11

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : No
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Lunch, Dinner
    Parking : Street, Private Lot
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Casual
    Noise Level : Loud
    Music : Live
    Good For Dancing : No
    Alcohol : Full Bar
    Happy Hour : Yes
    Best Nights : Thu, Fri, Sat
    Coat Check : No
    Smoking : Outdoor Area/ Patio Only
    Outdoor Seating : Yes
    Wi-Fi : Free
    Has TV : Yes
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

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