Best Casual Restaurants in Avondale

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1. The House of William & Merry

4.9

Exceptional(2300)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Hockessin

Booked 18 times today

The House of William and Merry serves contemporary American cuisine prepared from the freshest seasonal ingredients procured from local farms, providing casual fine dining at a reasonable price. Chef-owned by the husband and wife team, Merry Catanuto and William Hoffman, who live on the property, the restaurant is a remodeled farmhouse on the edge of central Hockessin. Dine in a comfortable home atmosphere in one of the two dining rooms, the porch, or the bar. When you arrive, you can see right into the all new, modern kitchen. Full bar service is available including wines by the glass, microbrews on tap, and specialty drinks. Or, take a walk around back to see the herb and vegetable gardens.Tuesday through Saturday we serve lunch and dinner. On Sunday, we serve brunch followed by a prix fix supper in the evening.

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2. Trattoria La Tavola

4.6

Exceptional(447)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Kennett Square

Booked 13 times today

Trattoria La Tavola is inspired by deeply rooted culinary tradition of Italy, enriched by the modern flavors that will teach you develop a sophisticated palate. We welcome you to try new Italian tastes as honored friends at our table. Pasta and bread made on sight, you can not miss this.

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3. Redfire Grill Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(1083)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hockessin

Booked 26 times today

It becomes apparent soon after entering RedFire Grill & Steakhouse why it has become the destination spot throughout the Delaware Valley for people seeking out great steaks and chops. The sultry, penetrating tones of scarlet and brick leap out from behind the bar while the cool, casual comforts of stained wood, stone and wrought iron appoint the sophisticated dining room. Our service team is engaging and knowledgeable without being obtrusive or conspicuous. Our menu features a carefully chosen selection of dry-aged beef seared to perfection on our 1200 degree Chophouse Broiler. Other menu items include fresh fish, organic chicken & traditional steakhouse beef offerings. Lunch options are highlighted by generously portioned salads, sandwiches and signature burgers.**A NOTE FROM THE RESTAURANT**Reservations are not required. We welcome walk-ins.Please contact us directly at 302-235-2600, if desired reservation time is unavailable or the party size is larger than 6 guests.

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4. Hilltop Crab House Restaurant

4.2

Awesome(126)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Avondale

Booked 3 times today

We offer a variety of fresh seafood, daily specials and All You Can Eat options. We have live music Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights as well as Trivia on Wednesday nights with great prizes for the winners! Open late Thursday's, Friday's and Saturday's.

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5. Back Burner Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1629)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Hockessin

Booked 12 times today

Over 40 years of Operation & Voted Best of Delaware several years in a row, our kitchen offers seasonal selections of contemporary American cuisine, interlaced with Italian and French influences that will please all who visit! Being located in historic Hockessin, DE, our cozy restaurant will make you feel right at home.; Whether you sit at the bar, in our fireplace room, or with a view of the kitchen!• Our Signature dishes include:- Pumpkin Mushroom Soup - Shrimp Léjon- Kennett Square Stuffed Mushrooms- House-made Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes- Fresh Fish- Featured Game- Featured Steaks • The Back Burner is the perfect choice for celebrating all occasions. We offer passion, perfection, and unsurpassed quality in everything we do.Our private Fire Place Room can accommodate groups from 15-28 people. • Featuring Nightly Specials & Daily Happy Hour! Call For Larger Groups• For additional info, please contact our Dining Room Manager at 302-239-2314 or email: event@backburner.com

6. Capers & Lemons

4.8

Exceptional(2069)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Greenville

Booked 40 times today

Capers & Lemons, is a restaurant serving modern versions of classic Italian fare. The dining room at Capers & Lemons seamlessly blends old and new into something all its own. The lighting and colors of the dining room evoke the sense of a classic Italian restaurant, while the decor is distinctly contemporary making diners realize this restaurant has its own vision. Many traditional Italian dishes can be found, with a small modern twist. Bright and flavorful antipasti, Wood-fire cooked pizzas, and hearty pastas are all here. Finally, stop in at happy hour to enjoy beer, wine or some signature cocktails. **A NOTE FROM THE RESTAURANT**Reservations are not required. We welcome walk-ins.Please contact us directly at 302-256-0524, if the desired reservation time is unavailable or the party size is larger than 6.Patio requests are acknowledged but not guaranteed. Even when requesting outdoor seating, we may have to accommodate you in our main dining room.

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7. Taverna Rustic Italian - Newark

4.7

Exceptional(843)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newark

Booked 37 times today

With the opening of Taverna, Platinum Dining Group brings to life its highly anticipated version of the “neighborhood gathering place.” Rustic and simple in conception but well crafted and high minded in execution, Taverna brings to Newark a casual sophistication that sees reclaimed wood and exposed brick on the wall. Polished marble rest atop the overstretched bar which boasts eighteen draft beers and the state’s first ever “tapped wine” system. A seemingly humble menu is carefully considered with homemade pastas, coal-fired pizzas, and daily “features” that will bring a smile to the most discerning grandmother’s face.**A NOTE FROM THE RESTAURANT**Reservations are not required. We welcome walk-ins.Please contact us directly at 302-444-4334 , if desired reservation time is unavailable or the party size is larger than 6.

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8. Valle Cucina Italiana

4.8

Exceptional(855)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 22 times today

Welcome to Valle Cucina, Delaware's best kept secret for over forty years! Our name suggests Italian, and it is the best around, but we are also known for our seven time "Best of Delaware" award winning 100% jumbo lump crab cakes, seafood dishes and the area's most amazing dry aged steaks. Valle also showcases a 100+ bottle wine list. Come as your are or formal, everyone feels at home. We take pride in our friendly service. Located in the Pike Creek Shopping Center, off Limestone Rd. Valle, opened in 1981 as a pizzeria and has become a must try. We are inviting you to experience what many have called their best dining experience.For special requests we suggest you call us 302-998-9999 so we can best serve you

9. Floga Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(702)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Kennett Square

Booked 15 times today

Floga Bistro in Kennett Square exudes a passion for the culinary arts that is easily seen and appreciated. Serving up classic bistro cuisine, Floga Bistro provides a casual and relaxed setting with indoor seating (outdoor seating is now closed) for enjoying conversation with friends. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Floga offers delivery service, is completely BYOB, and has a catering menu. Floga Bistro can also host up to 40 guests for private parties. Due to limited space, reservations from November through January have a set time for dining at our restaurant. Guest’s tables are reserved for 1 hour for parties of 2 to 3, 1 hour and thirty minutes for parties of 4 to 6, and one hour and forty-five minutes for parties of 7+. Customer notice: We offer both a card and cash price! All card transactions are subject to a 3.99% technology fee. Pay with cash and save!

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10. Iron Hill Brewery - Newark

4.4

Awesome(1535)

Price: Moderate

• American • Newark

Booked 16 times today

Welcome to Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant in Newark, where you'll find fresh handcrafted beers, creative yet informal New American Cuisine & friendly & attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere.We've been voted Best Overall Restaurant and Best Brewpub by the readers of Delaware Today. Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is a non-smoking environment, with smoking allowed in designated outdoor areas only, however cigar & pipe smoking is prohibited. Reservations & "Call Aheads" are accepted for lunch & dinner seven days a week. We accept all major credit cards & are handicapped accessible.

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AnneVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •20 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The ribeye was cooked rare as requested. The halibut with crab imperial was good. The salmon was well prepared.
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Back Burner RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Hockessin
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DianeVIP
Philadelphia County •35 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Nice quiet dinner for two We both had burgers properly prepared and tasty The place was busy for a 1/2/25 Thursday evening D
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Redfire Grill SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Hockessin
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4.7
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Harry
Philadelphia County •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
This was our second time here. The first time was great and this was just as good. Food is fantastic. Service is just as great!
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The House of William & MerryPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Hockessin
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4.9
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Dottie
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 26, 2024
Fantastic! Already planning to visit again! We had planned a visit to Longwood Gardens on the evening of Christmas Day, not expecting to find a restaurant open for dinner afterwards. After an internet search and a phone call, we were delighted to discover that this Italian restaurant was indeed open on the biggest national and spiritual holiday of the year when chain stores and restaurants are closed. We made reservations for 7:30 PM on Christmas day. From the moment we approached the front door until we left, we were smitten. The place was packed full of couples and families with older children. Clean and well-lit parking garage was just steps away, the wait staff were knowledgeable and attentive (not to mention very handsome with thick Italian accents), the food was to die for, and the ambiance was charming. We wish we lived closer so we could eat here more often!
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Trattoria La TavolaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Kennett Square
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4.6
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Cora
Philadelphia County •23 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 6, 2024
Paulette was a very good server. Food was good. Next time I will come in a different door!! Didn’t like walking through the bar.
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Hilltop Crab House RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Avondale
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4.2

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17 restaurants available nearby

1. The House of William & Merry

2. Trattoria La Tavola

3. Redfire Grill Steakhouse

4. Hilltop Crab House Restaurant

5. Back Burner Restaurant

6. Capers & Lemons

7. Taverna Rustic Italian - Newark

8. Valle Cucina Italiana

9. Floga Bistro

10. Iron Hill Brewery - Newark

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