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The House of William & Merry, Hockessin, DE

The House of William & Merry

4.9
4.9
2294 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Innovative
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (302) 234-2255
  • Website
    http://www.williamandmerry.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    William Hoffman
  • Location
    1336 Old Lancaster Pike, Hockessin, DE 19707
  • Neighborhood
    Hockessin
  • Cross street
    Valley Road
  • Parking details
    Additional parking is available at Swift Park if the lot is full.
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,294 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    Best Overall

  • Philadelphia County

    Best Food

  • Philadelphia County

    Best Service

  • Philadelphia County

    Contemporary American

  • Delaware

    Best Overall

  • Delaware

    Best Food

  • Delaware

    Best Service

  • Delaware

    Best Ambiance

  • Delaware

    Innovative

  • Delaware

    Great for fine wines

  • Delaware

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The House of William & Merry offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "amazing service" and "outstanding" food. Known for its "superb" atmosphere and "creative" menu, this restaurant is a "hidden gem" in Delaware. Perfect for special occasions, it consistently delivers "delicious" dishes and "impeccable" service.

2,294 Reviews

  1. Craig

    VIP

    Washington DC

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    (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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  2. Lisa

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything here is delicious! Menu changes often so go for what you usually like (Steak, fish, pasta, duck) and enjoy their creative spin!

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  3. Bridget

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely fabulous in every way as usual. The food was creative, perfectly cooked and plated beautifully. The staff were all friendly and helpful and genuinely happy to have us dining there. The mushroom bisque, duck and espresso martini are absolute must haves! We recommend this establishment to everyone!

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  4. Jessica

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food, service & experience with friends for the holidays. The scallops were delicious & our friends thoroughly enjoyed their beef entree.

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  5. Deborah

    Philadelphia

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and super cute ambience. Never disappoints

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  6. Jessica

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wait staff is terrific. Drinks are fantastic. Food is out of this world!

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  7. Lori

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always the most impressive meals in taste and presentation. A gem in our area!

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  8. Natasha M.

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to enjoy a wonderful dinner! Service is always great and the food just exquisitely delicious!

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  9. Pamela

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were excellent! Our server Eric was wonderful, making it a lovely experience!

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  10. Claire

    VIP

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The very best food within a 50 mile radius! Maureen tends to the bar and creates perfect cocktails.

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The House of William & Merry is rated 4.9 stars by 2294 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for The House of William & Merry

1336 Old Lancaster Pike, Hockessin, DE 19707

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Valley Road
  • Neighborhood
    Hockessin
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Additional parking is available at Swift Park if the lot is full.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    William Hoffman
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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