Dave’s Hot Chicken
Opening 2025-04-01 Dave’s Hot Chicken is set to open its first location in Delaware in 2025 at the former Friendly’s restaurant in Dover. Known for its hand-breaded chicken tenders and sliders served at various spice levels, this fast-growing chain has quickly expanded to over 200 locations since its founding in 2017. The new Dover location […]
Casa Nonna
Opening early 2025 Casa Nonna is a new downtown Wilmington Italian American restaurant being opened by the owners of Bardea Food & Drink. Named after the Italian term for grandmother, the restaurant seeks to evoke warm feelings and honor traditional Italian cooking. The trattoria will feature around 70 seats and a full bar, offering lunch […]
First State Brewing Co.
First State Brewing Co. is preparing to open its second location in Rehoboth Beach at the site of the former TGI Fridays and The Pond. Recognized as the best brewery in the country by USA TODAY in 2023, First State Brewing seeks to expand its presence while providing quality food and craft beer. Although the […]
The Greenhouse
Opening Fall 2024 The Greenhouse is a planned gastropub projected to open in the fall of 2024 at the former Hamilton’s location on Main Street in Newark. There are few details currently available, but the initiative is spearheaded by gardening influencer Durrell Eastland and his partners, promising to bring a new culinary experience to the […]
Nifty Fifty’s
Opening Coming soon Nifty Fifty’s, a retro diner chain from Philadelphia, is slated to open in Newark at the site of a former KFC located on Marrows Road. Known for its nostalgic ambiance and classic diner fare, Nifty’s promises to serve UD students with fresh-cut homemade French fries, burgers that are hand-ground and hand-pattied, as […]
Lefty’s Alley and Eats
Lefty’s Alley and Eats is set to open in Newark, taking over a substantial 41,000-square-foot space formerly occupied by a Kmart. The venue will offer an array of entertainment options including luxury 10-pin bowling lanes, Duckpin bowling, axe throwing, an arcade, and live music. Additionally, there will be a pub serving brisket-loaded nachos, an indoor/outdoor […]
The Picklr
Opening First half of 2025 The Picklr is an indoor pickleball franchise expected to open in Newark within a former Kmart at The Grove, with plans to host up to a dozen courts including three that are championship-sized. The project has received approval from the Newark City Council and is being led by local franchisees, […]
Del Pez Mexican Gastropub
Opening Coming soon Del Pez, a vibrant and tequila-fueled restaurant known for its fusion of Baja and Tex-Mex cuisine, is set to reopen in Newark at The Grove shopping center. Chef Javier Acuna, whose hospitality group has successfully expanded into multiple locations, aims to bring back the flavors of Del Pez that were previously enjoyed […]
Casa Kahlo Mexican Grill and Bar
Casa Kahlo Mexican Grill and Bar is a new Mexican dining venue set to open soon in the Newark Shopping Center, conveniently located near the main thoroughfare of the city. The restaurant is backed by the owner of the previous Salina’s Restaurant, which had two prior locations that have since closed. Casa Kahlo aims to […]
Babs Hot Chicken
Babs Hot Chicken is a new restaurant opening in Newark that offers a menu featuring hot chicken, bagels, and Pakistani food, among other cuisines. The restaurant aims to provide a diverse culinary experience, adding to the vibrant food scene in the area. It is positioned to attract locals and visitors looking for unique food options. […]