Best Date Night Restaurants in Avondale

14 restaurants available nearby

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1. The House of William & Merry

4.9

Exceptional(2286)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Hockessin

Booked 12 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. Redfire Grill Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(1067)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hockessin

Booked 16 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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3. Back Burner Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1613)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Hockessin

Booked 16 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

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4. Foxfire at The Stone Barn

4.7

Exceptional(859)

Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • Kennett Square

Booked 9 times today

The Stone Barn welcomes you to experience the rustic charm of our converted historic barn, featuring Farm-to-Fork Fare at our Foxfire Restaurant. If your group size or time is not listed, it may still be available- Just call us at 610 • 347 • 2414!The Stone Barn is BYOB with no corkage fee, so you are welcome to bring any alcoholic beverage to enjoy with your meal. We are happy to provide you with glassware and mixers, so be sure to ask your server about whatever you might need!Brunch and Dinner offer ala carte selections from a menu utilizing produce from local farms and from our own gardens right here on the farm!

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5. Taverna Rustic Italian - Newark

4.8

Exceptional(830)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newark

Booked 15 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.

6. Caffe Gelato

4.3

Awesome(1850)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newark

Booked 12 times today

Relaxed atmosphere, vibrant bar, good wine cellar (Wine Spectator Award of Excellence), great food, delicious house-crafted gelato and house-crafted pasta. Guests may request a semi-circle booth for parties up to 8 (Max capacity is reduced due to pandemic restrictions), or a nice table. Outdoor seating is available and large groups may request a private room. Caffe Gelato celebrates its 17-year anniversary. For lunch, look forward to trying our pressed panini on fresh baked sea-salt and rosemary foccacia, the featured salads, or a house crafted pasta. At dinner try the Daily Salmon, Center-Cut Filet Mignon, or any of our 6 House Crafted Pasta dishes. Weekend Brunches feature omelets, crepes, poached eggs, and Creme Brulee French Toast. Favorite gelato flavors are Bacio (Chocolate Hazelnut), Crème Brûlée Toffee, Dark Chocolate, and Stracciatella (Chocolate Chip).

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7. Vincente's Restaurant - Delaware

4.7

Exceptional(1297)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to VincentesAt Vincente's we offer a very unique dining experience called the walking menu. If you don't see anything you want to try on the written menu,then have Our Executive Chef come over and create a dish just for your own personal dining pleasure. After dinner, enjoy one of Vincente's many fine homemade desserts.

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8. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Wilmington

4.6

Exceptional(3140)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Newark

Booked 38 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.

9. Home Grown Café

4.9

Exceptional(504)

Price: Moderate

• American • Newark

Booked 4 times today

Home Grown Cafe is an independently owned, award-winning, downtown Newark, DE staple, residing centrally on Main St. for over 23 years under founding owner, Sasha Aber. Matt McConnell leads an incredible staff and day to day operations. Award winning Executive Chef Andrew Thorne is the chef de cuisine who constantly pushes the envelope with locally made from scratch dishes of his own creations, as well as mentoring and showcasing our staff's talent. Home Grown has been named Best of Delaware Upstate for over two decades by Delaware Today readers including awarding the honor of Best Chef Upstate to Andrew Thorne (2022) Guests enjoy incredible service and made from scratch food for all dietary lifestyles, including carnivorous, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-sensitive in a welcoming environment for all patrons. Colorful walls are adorned with local pop art. The bar features a large array of upscale spirits including house-crafted cocktails and mocktails, over 65 beers, and great wines.

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10. Ole Tapas Lounge & Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(899)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Newark

Booked 4 times today

Ole Tapas Lounge & Restaurant is an authentic tapas restaurant specializing in seasonal tapas, Spanish wine & family style entrees. With a warm atmosphere & upbeat Spanish music, this vibrant restaurant will transport you to Seville, the capital of tapas.

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Kendravip
Phoenix / Arizona •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our 1st visit and wow! Everything was delicious, Rowan our server was great and we will definitely be back!
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Redfire Grill SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Hockessin
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4.6
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Lynnvip
Philadelphia County •70 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Wonderful service Didn’t feel rushed at all Wonderful food and cocktails!
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The LovePrice: Expensive• American• Rittenhouse Square
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4.8
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Linda
Philadelphia County •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Enjoyed another lovely dinner with my friend at the Back Burner in the Tavern. Our Autumn Salmon Salad was delicious with perfectly cooked salmon, roasted cauliflower and butternut squash, poached apples, pomegranate seeds and pepitas. Every bite had so many flavors! As a bonus, we dined during happy hour so our glasses of wine from the tap were so reasonable! Service was just right! We will dine again soon!
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Back Burner RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Hockessin
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4.5
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Donald
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We celebrated our anniversary at The House of W&M and had a memorable experience! The atmosphere as soon as you walk in the restaurant is very welcoming. The bar specialty drinks (Perfect Pear Martini👍) was a great start to an awesome dinner! One of the night’s specialty entree’s was Venison and the flavor was the best. I encourage to choose from the starter, entree, and dessert as you won’t be disappointed. Lastly, everyone on the staff was friendly and professional which completed the experience!
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The House of William & MerryPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Hockessin
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4.9
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Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 18, 2024
Absolutely AMAZING! As someone who bought their sausage from Fiorella’s I am blown away by how much of the original charm they kept. This was our 2nd visit and it did not disappoint. First visit was outside, tonight we were indoors. So happy I requested indoors. While enjoying dinner I really got a chance to look around and reminisce about old Fiorella Sausage and my visits as a young girl and a married woman. Oh and those monkfish arancini… delish. The rigatoni with Fiorella sausage and the ricotta gnocchi to die for. Everything was wonderful. Can not wait to go back.
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Fiorella PhiladelphiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Bella Vista
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4.9

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14 restaurants available nearby

1. The House of William & Merry

2. Redfire Grill Steakhouse

3. Back Burner Restaurant

4. Foxfire at The Stone Barn

5. Taverna Rustic Italian - Newark

6. Caffe Gelato

7. Vincente's Restaurant - Delaware

8. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Wilmington

9. Home Grown Café

10. Ole Tapas Lounge & Restaurant

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