Simmer Down

 

519 N Market Street
Wilmington DE 19801
(302) 446-5600

Descend into Simmer Down to find something entirely new. Located in what was once known as “The Money Room,” you’ll now find classic cocktails with a luxurious edge. The room has been reimagined into a high-style affair by bringing opulence back to the space where furs, silks, gold bars and coins were once stored. The craft cocktail lounge features the original brick ceiling and a room-spanning mural with a vivid narrative conceptualized, illustrated and hand painted.

The Garden

 

612 N Market Street
Wilmington DE 19801
(302) 216-5800

Enter The Garden, an attractive terrace sandwiched between siblings Bardea Food & Drink and Bardea Steak. Customers could relax near the foundations and fire features while waiting for a table inside the restaurants.

Makers Alley

 

804 N Orange Street
Wilmington DE 19801
(302) 482-1299

A joint for bites, sips and outdoor vibes, discovered off the beaten path in downtown Wilmington, DE.

Torbert Street Social Club

 

305 Torbert Street
Wilmington DE 19801
(302) 407-6627

Torbert Street Social is nestled in the heart of downtown Wilmington’s financial district.
Hidden behind the well known restaurants of Washington Street, located in what was once one of Delaware’s historic stables originally built in 1887. If you’re looking to disappear for a delicious bite to eat and a uniquely crafted cocktail, come in and see for yourself.

Proper attire is always a requirement.

Bardea Food & Drink

 

620 N Market Street
Wilmington DE 19801
(302) 426-2069

Bardea’s name captures the vision that co-owners Scott Stein and Antimo DiMeo had since conceptualizing the restaurant over 5 years ago. The result: an innovative Italian restaurant that captures the energy of downtown Wilmington and brings the community together through food and drink. Chef Antimo DiMeo utilizes ingredients from local Delaware Valley farms and purveyors and offers a diverse selection of inventive dishes that celebrate Italian cuisine through reimagined interpretations.

Merchant Bar

 

426 N Market Street
Wilmington DE 19801
(302) 502-3385

Check website for pop-up hours!

A casual eatery featuring global cuisine.  Merchant Bar, opened March 2016, serves light bites and variety of craft beers, wine and cocktails. The 50-seat eatery, with a 10-seat bar, sits directly across the street from La Fia. Open during dinner-hour, and later. No reservations are needed; Merchant Bar is aimed at walk-ins.

La Fia Bistro

 

421 N Market Street
Wilmington DE 19801
(302) 543-5574

La Fia is an intimate bistro located on historic Market Street in Downtown Wilmington. Owned by James Beard Semifinalist Chef Bryan Sikora and his wife Andrea Sikora. Beard Nominee, Executive Chef Dwain Kalup prepares inventive, seasonal fare with a focus on local and sustainable ingredients. The diverse menu at La Fia allows diners to enjoy a light meal of small plates and small courses as well as rustic entrees. La Fia has over 20 wines by the glass, craft beer, and seasonally inspired craft cocktails. Everything is made in house at La Fia from the breads in the bread basket to the desserts.

Chelsea Tavern

 

821 N Market Street
Wilmington DE 19801
(302) 482-3333

Chelsea Tavern is a popular local gastropub located directly across from the Grand Opera House. The kitchen prepares made-from-scratch comfort food with local ingredients, complemented by an ever-changing craft beer selection. Chelsea’s ever changing 33 taps, large format bottles, cans and single serving bottles spotlight seasonal and local brews, in addition to wine and cocktails. Open daily till 1 AM, Chelsea is a neighborhood favorite for a quick lunch, weekend brunch with friends, pre-show dinner, group outing, and vibrant outdoor patio dining. The energetic bar scene is a gathering place always playing the game of the week on its large TVs.

The Nomad

 

905 N Orange Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
(302) 655-8800

Temporarily closed.

The Nomad Bar offers live music and great drinks in Downtown Wilmington.