Lani Schweiger
The Downtown Wilmington App

Downtown Visions released the Downtown Wilmington App, a one stop shop for all the happenings in Downtown Wilmington, DE.

The Downtown Wilmington App
Lani Schweiger
Community Highlight: Christina Cultural Arts ...

In this month’s blog, we are highlighting the Christina Cultural Arts Center Inc. Executive Director, James “Ray” Rhodes discusses the history of the Christina Cultural Arts Center and its importance to our community.

Community Highlight: Christina Cultural Arts Center

Restaurants

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Best of Delaware 2020: Downtown Wilmington Winners!

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It’s that time of year again! Delaware Today has announced its annual Best of Delaware winners. Readers and editors throughout the state have nominated and voted for their favorite Delaware Businesses, and over 18 establishments in our very own Downtown Wilmington community have won!

So please join us in congratulating these well-deserving businesses! It’s no secret that 2020 has been a tough year for the small business owners here in Downtown Wilmington, but with support from their loyal customers, they can and will survive this storm. The magazine said it best: “As the world opens back up and we ease into new habits, your support for the work of our Best of Delaware winners and their peers will be more important than ever.”

Celebrate these winners during the 2020 Best of Delaware Week, July 23–Aug. 1, and support their hard work by visiting their in-store location, ordering take out, or purchasing a gift card!

Reader’s Choice

Editor’s Picks

Riverfront Winners

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Introducing Curbside Wilmington & Free Valet Parking

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Downtown Visions together with Mayor Purzycki, the City of Wilmington, and The Committee of 100 is happy to announce that “Curbside Wilmington” will begin this Friday, June 12th in Downtown Wilmington DE. It is a new initiative designed to support local businesses and encourage patrons to return to the rejuvenated Downtown District this summer. “Curbside Wilmington” will enable Downtown restaurants to expand their outdoor dining into former parking spaces directly in front of their businesses, thereby allowing more seating at safely spaced distances in accordance with Governor Carney’s guidelines. Also, curbside pull-in spots have been designated throughout the Downtown area for all businesses, both retail and restaurants, to use for pick-up and curbside delivery. 

In addition, the 800 block of Market Street will be closed every Friday starting this week, June 12th for a block party with entertainment. The event will take place from 5pm-9pm but the block will be closed to traffic from 8am-10pm.

“Downtown Visions is proud to partner with the Mayor’s Office and The Committee of 100 to help restart our dynamic Downtown restaurant scene,” said Martin Hageman, Executive Director of Downtown Visions. “The diverse eateries that run the length of Market Street and surrounding streets are critical to the economic health of our City.”

The Mayor said he hopes to see this new business re-opening model applied to other restaurant districts in the City in the weeks ahead. “We are bringing back the vibrant, exciting heart of the Downtown Restaurant District, which the COVID-19 pandemic virtually shut down overnight a few months ago,” said Mayor Purzycki.  “While businesses small and large across Wilmington are struggling to adapt to the new environment, we are happy to partner with our friends at Downtown Visions and The Committee of 100 to lend support to businesses trying to meet new challenges.”
 
Jennifer Kmiec said The Committee of 100 is also pleased to support “Curbside Wilmington” to provide enhanced outdoor dining experiences and convenient pick-up/delivery zones to help downtown restaurants and retailers.
 
Downtown Visions will provide additional tables and chairs to restaurants as needed, and custom-made railings created by the Challenge Program will be used for both safety and esthetical purposes.

FREE valet service through Gala Valet will be available starting this week to allow customers to safely park Downtown to dine and/or shop. The service will be available Tuesday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at three locations: the intersections of 5th and Market, 7th and Market, and 9th and Market streets.

Meanwhile, Downtown residents will be allowed to park in Colonial Parking lots for FREE by calling Colonial directly at 302.651.3600. The City and its partners today also thanked JP Morgan Chase for its support of the new “Curbside Wilmington” efforts and The Grand for providing outdoor space at its theater for music and entertainment.

For a list of restaurants that are open & ready to serve you, please click here!

Dine in Downtown Wilmington - Restaurants are ready to serve you!

Behind the bar at Makers Alley - Moonloop Photography

Behind the bar at Makers Alley - Moonloop Photography

As Delaware eases restrictions and begins to reopen restaurants across the state, we’ve compiled a list of Downtown Wilmington eateries that are ready to serve you. Whether you’re dining inside or out in the fresh air, reservations are required at most restaurants so be sure to call ahead. Also, masks should be worn when entering the restaurant but may be removed when you are seated so you can enjoy your meal.

  • Stitch House Brewery | 302-250-4280 | Open Mon-Sat 11am to 8pm

  • Tonic Steak & Seafood | 302-777-2040 | Open Mon-Wed 11:30am to 10pm, Thurs-Fri 11:30am to 11pm, Sat 3:00pm to 11pm

  • Chelsea Tavern | 302-482-3333 | Open Mon-Fri 11:30am to 1am, Sat-Sun 10am to 1am

  • Cafe Mezzanotte | 302-658-7050 | Open Mon-Fri 11am to 10pm, Sat 1pm to 10pm

  • Makers Alley | 302-482-1299 | Open Tues-Sat 3pm to close *

  • IM Coffee | 302-300-4935 | Open Mon-Fri 7am to 4pm

  • Mikimoto’s | 302-656-8638 | Open Weds-Fri 4-9pm, Sat-Sun 2-9pm

  • Washington St Ale House | 302-658-2537 | Open Tues-Sat 4-10pm

  • Torbert St Social | 302-407-6627 | Open Fri-Sat 4 to 11pm

  • Dorcea | 302-691-7447 | Open Tues & Sat 4-8pm, Weds-Fri 11:30am to 8pm

  • Jimmy Johns | 302-777-1300 | Open Mon-Fri 11am to 3pm *

  • Bardea | 302-426-2069 | Open Mon-Weds 11:30am to 2:30pm & 5 to 9pm, Thurs-Sat 11:30am to 2:30pm & 5 to 10pm

  • La Fia | 302-543-5574 | Open Mon-Thurs 11am- 2pm & 5-9pm, Fri 11am- 2pm & 5-9:30pm, Sat 5-9:30pm

  • Farmer & The Cow | 302-407-5957 | Open Tues-Sat 12 to 7pm

  • Eat Clean | 302-476-8928 | Open Mon-Fri 7am to 2pm *

  • Tasties 302 | 302-482-2584 | Open Mon-Thurs 11am to 10pm, Fri-Sat 11am to 11pm, Sun 11am to 9pm *

  • Brew HaHa (Del. Ave. Location) | 302-777-5137 | Open Mon-Fri 8am to 1pm *

  • Cavanaugh’s | 302-656-4067 | Open Mon-Fri 11am to 7:30pm

  • Green Box Kitchen | 302-274-2195 | Open Weds-Fri from 12 to 5pm *

*No reservation required.

If you are looking for additional ways to support these restaurants and help them bounce back from COVID-19 and other recent events, please consider donating to the Wilmington Strong Fund, which offers grants to small businesses within the City of Wilmington to ensure they remain open for business.

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Support Local Businesses Now More Than Ever

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Image Credit: Common Deer

Image Credit: Common Deer

We rely on our local businesses to create thriving neighborhoods for our residents and visitors every day. During this time of uncertainty, we need to do all we can to support these businesses, and their staff, by:

  • ordering takeout

  • purchasing gift cards

  • following them on social media

  • spreading the word about their offers

  • posting a positive review

Please consider helping our small business owners and #ShopSmall during this crisis and always!

Downtown Wilmington DE Restaurants Open for Takeout!!!

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Updated: May 11, 2020

With the recent limitations placed on Delaware restaurants, taverns, and bars by local government, we decided to compile a list of Downtown Wilmington DE restaurants open to make life a little easier for everyone. Delawareans should continue to support these businesses, and their workers, by ordering takeout and delivery during these uncertain times. Please be mindful, if you are able to order directly from the business and pick-up from them

*We understand the convenience of mobile delivery services during this time. However, restaurants are required to pay fees, which can create additional costs for the restaurants and consumers. Every restaurant appreciates your support, however if you are able to leave your house and get outside, curbside pickup is available. Also, parking is currently not an issue Downtown as metered parking is suspended.

As always, remember to support our small businesses and #shopsmall all year long. Your patronage is greatly appreciated.

Bardea 302-426-2069 – Order online (https://bit.ly/3cokPPM) for curbside pickup, family meals, wine & cocktail pairings from Tuesday- Saturday from 3:30pm-7:30pm.

Brew Haha 302-777-5137 – 222 Delaware Ave. location open for to-go, curbside pickup, delivery and online ordering from 8am to 1pm Monday-Friday.

Cafe Mezzanotte 302-658-7050 – Takeout (GrubHub) or call to order. Gift Card Special: Purchase a Gift Card of $50 or more and add an additional 20% to the amount, on us! 

Cavanuagh’s 302-656-4067 - Takeout (http://yac.bz/qH2L) and local walking delivery. Open Monday-Friday from 11am to 7:30pm.

Chelsea Tavern 302-482-3333 – Takeout and delivery (Grubhub) only. Open seven days a week from 12pm to 10pm. Gift Card Special: Buy one Gift Card for $50, Get a $25 Card FREE!

The Chicken Spot 302-358-2381 – Takeout and delivery (Doordash) from Tuesday-Friday 8am-5pm.

DECO – Closed until further notice.

DiMeo’s Pizza 302-655-1427 – Takeout and delivery. Order online through their website or Facebook. Monday-Friday 10am-9pm, Saturday 4pm-8pm.

Dorcea 302-691-7447 – Takeout (Toast app) and curbside pickup. Tuesday and Saturday 4pm-8pm and Wednesday-Friday from 11:30am-8pm.

Dunkin 302-481-6225 – Takeout and delivery (Grubhub). Open seven days a week, 5am-7pm.

Eat Clean – Takeout, curbside pickup and delivery (Doordash with a minimum $20 order). Open Monday-Friday 7am-2pm.

El Diablo on Market Street (302) 561-0569 – Call ahead service and curbside pickup is available Tuesday - Saturday from 12pm - 6pm.

Faire Market & Cafe 302-250-4280 – Closed until further notice. Deli products are currently being sold at Farmer & The Cow.

Farmer & the Cow 302-407-5957 – Curbside, takeout, order online and local delivery. Open Tuesday-Saturday 12pm-7pm.

Green Box Kitchen – Closed until further notice.

Hotel Du Pont – Closed until further notice.

Jimmy Johns 302-777-1300 – Takeout, delivery and order online or over the phone. Open Monday-Friday 10am-3pm. Christina Care and Nemours Hospital employees receive a 30% off discount for non-delivery orders.

La Fia – Closed until further notice. Serving takeout at Crow Bar in Trolley Square.

LOMA Coffee – Closed until further notice.

Makers Alley 302-0482-1299 – Takeout (UberEats or Grubhub) and order online. Open Tuesday-Saturday 4pm-8pm (closed Sunday/Monday). Get 25% off when you using the code COVID25.

Mikimotos 302-656-8638 – Takeout only thru ChowNow (sushi only). Open Monday-Friday 11:30am-7pm, Saturday & Sunday 2pm-7pm.

Mimi Teriyaki – Closed until further notice.

Olympic Subs – Takeout and delivery only. Open 9am-5pm Monday-Saturday. *hours may vary

Starbucks – Closed until further notice.

Sterling Grille – Closed until further notice.

Stitch House Brewery 302-250-4280 – Curbside, takeout, order online and delivery (Grubhub) from all three restaurants (Locale Post, Faire Market, and Stitch House Brewery) available at Stitch House. The limited menu can be viewed on their Facebook page includes family and kid-friendly options and crowlers of beers!

Terra Café – Closed until further notice.

Tonic Bar & Grille 302-777-2040 – Takeout and delivery (Uber Eats & Doordash). Open Monday-Friday 11:30am-7pm, Saturday 3pm-7pm. Gift Card Special: For every $100 purchase, you will receive an extra $25 gift card.

UDairy Creamery – Closed until further notice.

Washington Street Ale House 302-658-2537 – Takeout thru ChowNow. Open Tuesday-Sunday 11:30am-7pm.