Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Hockessin

28 restaurants available nearby

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1. Back Burner Restaurant

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Hockessin

Booked 21 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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2. Redfire Grill Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(1077)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hockessin

Booked 32 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. The House of William & Merry

4.9

Exceptional(2294)

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.

4. Capers & Lemons

4.7

Exceptional(2060)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Greenville

Booked 66 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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5. Valle Cucina Italiana

4.8

Exceptional(853)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 29 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

6. Deerfield

4.4

Awesome(731)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Newark

2024 Brunch with Santa Now Open for Reservations! December 15, 2024 | 10AM - 2PM Come join us at Deerfield Golf Club for a truly one of a kind experience you and your guests are sure to not forget! Whether it be the delicious food prepared by our Executive Chef Mike Josephick, the Deerfield famous Hospitality we set the gold standard to, or the classic ambience of our property that will be sure to transport you back in time; Deerfield has it all! Open Table is used for our Holiday events, which include: the Easter Buffet, Mother's Day Buffet, and Brunches With Santa.2024 Brunch with Santa Now Open for Reservations! $69.95 - 16 & Older $24.95 6-15 Kids 5 and Under - Free Failure to show up to your reservation will result in a charge to the card on file. Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Amex are accepted.

7. Columbus Inn

4.7

Exceptional(2452)

Price: Moderate

• American • Wilmington

Booked 26 times today

Columbus Inn has been reborn as a contemporary bar/restaurant that combines the best of both the old and new. Featuring seasonal Modern American menus with an extensive selection of wine, beer, and craft cocktails.Online Ordering and Delivery Options available through our website: www.ColumbusInn.net

8. Bardea Steak

4.6

Exceptional(798)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 29 times today

A restaurant and bar by James Beard-nominated chef Antimo DiMeo. We're serious about snacks and steak. Our collaboration with artisanal farmers brings you exceptional cuts from both familiar and rare breeds. Though, Chef Antimo DiMeo extends his creativity beyond meat. Indulge in snacks from both land and sea and embark on a captivating journey with our chef's tasting menu-an exploration of Chef DiMeo's globetrotting inspirations and childhood memories. Join us at the crossroads of tradition and innovation for a distinctive dining experience.

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9. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Wilmington

4.5

Awesome(3158)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Newark

Booked 88 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.

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10. Sullivan's Steakhouse - Wilmington

4.5

Awesome(4254)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Wilmington

Booked 63 times today

Sullivan's Steakhouse in Wilmington is a favorite spot for special occasions, with glowing reviews praising their attentive service and delicious food. Customers love the warm, lively atmosphere and the thoughtful touches like rose petals on the table for anniversaries. It's a place where you can celebrate milestones in style, with the fine dining and exceptional service making every visit a memorable one.

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Rachael
Philadelphia County •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We’ve always enjoyed our meals at Valle Cucina so going there for our Christmas Eve dinner has become a tradition.
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Valle Cucina ItalianaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Wilmington
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4.8
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StephanieVIP
Philadelphia County •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was our first Christmas Eve in town, and we wanted a quaint and local place with amazing food. We haven't been to Back Burner in some a couple years, but in my search, I noticed they were open for C.Eve. I made us reservations right away. It was the perfect place for our Christmas Eve dinner. The menu was a special holiday selection, so it was simple, but still had a nice variety of options to satisfy any taste we had (from steak to seafood to pasta). The service was amazing and the food was delicious. Not only will we return, but we would spend our holiday here again if the opportunity arose. Thank you for taking such great care of us!
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Back Burner RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Hockessin
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4.5
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SueVIP
Philadelphia County •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Emily was amazing! She brought the little things requested that many servers forget like lemons and water. Super efficient and consistently great all the way around.
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Capers & LemonsPrice: Moderate• Italian• Greenville
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4.7
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Nick
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great time eating here, very friendly waiters and waitresses and the service was very on top of things. Food was excellent as well.
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Redfire Grill SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Hockessin
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4.6
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CraigVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •35 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
(4.25) ~ Very good Overall food & Service. Note: Small lot outside restaurant and another larger Parking Lot in the park next door. Reservations recommended. DRINKS: ** Water (tap) = (4.25) Very good, must be filtered;) ** Cabernet Sauvignon (Relyea-Wood / Michaud Vineyard) Santa Cruz Mtn = (4) very good & from the wife's family vineyard;) ** Coffee = (4) very good FOOD: ** Mushroom Bisque = (4.5) Very Tasty! ** Prime Beef Deckle = (4.25) Very good ** Homemade Chocolate Truffles = (4.25) Very good
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The House of William & MerryPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Hockessin
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4.9

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28 restaurants available nearby

1. Back Burner Restaurant

2. Redfire Grill Steakhouse

3. The House of William & Merry

4. Capers & Lemons

5. Valle Cucina Italiana

6. Deerfield

7. Columbus Inn

8. Bardea Steak

9. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Wilmington

10. Sullivan's Steakhouse - Wilmington

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