Always wonderful! The happy hour is such a bargain! $16 for 12 Deleware oysters! $5 house wines! $17 steam pot! I love the ambiance, as well as the beer. Every year, I visit here as soon as I get to Lewes! The servers are so kind and no one has ever gotten my order wrong. read more

This was our third time visiting Big Oyster Brewery in Lewes, and unfortunately, it will likely be our last. Our first visit a few years ago was excellent. We enjoyed the food, service, and atmosphere so much that we made it a point to come back the following year. That second visit was just okay. The food and service weren't quite as good, but we chalked it up to an off day and decided to give it another chance this year. Unfortunately, the third visit was the worst of the three. We were initially seated near the stage where the music was so loud that we could barely hear each other talk. To their credit, the host was accommodating and moved us to another table when we asked. However, our server's response was disappointing. She made a passive-aggressive comment along the lines of, "That's fine if you move, I just won't make as much money." Not exactly something guests expect to hear when simply asking for a quieter table. The food was bland and arrived at different times. Some dishes were cold by the time they reached the table. Several drinks were forgotten, and we had to remind our server multiple times before receiving them. We also spoke with management about our experience, but they seemed largely uninterested and didn't appear concerned about addressing the issues. The one bright spot is the outdoor area. It's a great space with lawn games, a playground, and plenty of room to relax. If you're looking for a place to have a drink outside and let the kids play, it serves that purpose well. For us, though, the combination of poor service, inconsistent food quality, and lack of concern from management means we won't be returning. read more

We have been coming here for years, and this time we were very disappointed. In the past we have recommended Bob's too many people who come to Lewis, Rehoboth and Dewey. We learned a while ago that if you're doing happy hour, you have to sit in a certain spot. OK, no problem. So we came here for my wife's 65th birthday and we wanted a table for 10 in the happy hour area. They said there was no table for 10 available. Clearly there were two tables aside of each other that could've been combined together. Finally, we took two separate tables and combined them ourselves. I spoke to the manager about it to tell him my disappointment, he said he would get back to me on it. Never did. Our meals did not come out together. First ones came and the rest followed about 10 minutes later. My wife's food and my daughter-in-law's food were cold. The flavoring on the clams were nonexistent. They were cooked too long which made them chewy and were served cold. Very disappointed. read more

This seafood restaurant is set away from the busy route 1 highway but just several minutes away from the Tanger outlet mall. Was worth visiting! In spite the busyness, my party of 5 was able to get seated fairly quick, since we chose to sit outside. Though it was a muggy day, there was a nice breeze out in the area by the kids activities. This play area is probably the best draw if you have a family with young kids as there's a playground, ping pong table, cornhole, fuse ball tables, basketball hoops and even an area to kick the ball in the sand. My 7-year old had a blast while we waited for our food. Came here bc of a friend's rec. Got the full steamer pot to share with hubby that came an assortment of clams, mussels, shrimps along with a corn and a few bratwurst. It was yummy but definitely could've had more. Kids said their salmon kids meal were ok as salmon was a bit overcooked and lacking seasoning, however their side of fried brussel sprouts were delicious. My friend seemed to have enjoyed her chicken Philly cheesesteak. Would come back again to take advantage of HH special between 4-6pm, which only applies when inside the restaurant as it would've been 1/2 the price for the steamer pot. read more

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Good place, our server was very helpful, very nice guy. Also the food was great, we try a few things from the happy hour and they all were delicious, the place is huge, they have a big cover backyard which I love, oysters were very fresh, their beer was really good, they have a big drinks menu in case someone just wants grab a drink. read more

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After seeing such high reviews, I decided to give Big Oyster Brewery a shot. With that known, I have to say that Big Oyster Brewery is a bit overrated. To start, I ordered the tavern wings for an appetizer and they were solid. To explain, the wings were crispy, but a bit dry. Furthermore, the sauce was spicy with a hint of sweetness. The wings would have been great if they weren't overcooked. After that, I ordered the fried oysters with tater tots and mac and cheese for my entree. With that being said, the fried oysters were decent. To expand, the oysters tasted fresh and they were tender. However, the coating was bland and uninspiring. In the same manner, the tater tots were nothing special. To breakdown, the tots were hot and crispy, but they were just frozen tots. Likewise, the mac and cheese was just boxed mac and cheese. It honestly tasted like Panera's mac and cheese. It's a shame that they didn't put more effort into the sides. In the long haul, Big Oyster Brewery is just a run of the mill seafood restaurant. read more

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We came here with a big group for lunch and beers. Oysters were 10/10. Steamed shrimp were very fresh just a little overcooked. Beers were cold. Big restaurant. Service was awesome she was on top of it the whole time and gave great suggestions. read more

Beer and food were ok, but the table service was terrible. Very inattentive and slow. My drink never came so I had to go to the bar and order. BOB was highly hyped, and can see why. Very fun place for everyone from beer drinkers to families. However, fun is of very little value with such sub par service. Definitely a 'been there, done that' kinda place. Would not recommend based on service alone. It doesn't need to be that bad. read more

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Have to say one of the worst meals of 2025. To start off they give you way too many menus , some items are repeated and it just causes way too much confusion. Our waitress was either new or just didn't get much training. Drinks came, and some were ok others they didn't enjoy. Appetizers were ordered as well as our mains....Only half of the appetizers came out, no waitress insight. Finally she comes around and I guess she forgot to put mine in ( also earlier she couldn't read her own handwriting and had to ask for our order again, for some) . Apps were pretty bad, a chicken noodle soup that had no broth and just a clumpy mess...Fried calamari that was so over cooked, must have gotten fried a couple of times, hard and fish, steamed clams that were gritty, spicy chili sliders were also disappointing. The best is that these items were never eaten, just left on the table and the waitress never picked up on it to ask is anything wrong. Entrees also disappointed, crab cakes weee so so, grilled cheese with beef ate half, chicken wrap half it was so unmemorable. There were other entrees but nothing stands out. I also tried ordering another beer as others order other drinks and they just took forever to get them...I believe mine was forgotten again. The best part is we went the night it has 25% off the check...Our waitress forgot to apply the 25% off...No need to go back here. read more

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The food was fresh and delicious. We all Liked our meals. The service was great. The ambiance is friendly and fun. Live music in the outside courtyard. Very good time had by all. Best time to visit this place is during the summer. read more

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We stopped here on a Friday afternoon for a late lunch and a couple of drinks. The food was okay- we tried the fried fish sandwich special and the ahi tuna sandwich. Both were fine but lacking in flavor. We also sampled a variety of beers on the menu. As expected from Big Oyster, all of their brews were very good and they had a lot of good summer-style beers to choose from. They also offered a full menu of wine, mixed drinks, and mocktails. Plenty of seating both indoor and out, and good service from the staff. read more

I'm so happy that I found this spot while visiting Delaware. Big Oyster Brewery is a huge dining/ brewing facility with more than enough space to fit a ton of people. I didn't have reservations and was seated immediately. It was cold at the time of my visit so, the outdoor area was enclosed by a tent with heaters available. We weren't super hungry at the time so, I only had a platter of oysters (a must) and a beer flight. If memory serves, you can choose your own flight. The pricing of the oysters was great! Our server was also very friendly and very attentive. She gave us a couple of tips about things to do in the area and I greatly appreciated it! read more

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First let me say, I didn't get pictures of all the different things we ate. We went to Big Oyster on Wednesday which was oyster night and we got there early for happy hour. There were four of us so we tried a variety of things. I got the calamari and a wedge salad. Both were delicious. The calamari was served with a Thai chili sauce. The wedge was everything I love about a wedge salad. Plenty of blue cheese, bacon, egg, tomatoes and a very good blue cheese dressing. My husband got the fried oyster appetizer and cream of crab soup. Nice size oysters and he loved the soup. My sister's friend got the soup as well and key lime pie. He was a little disappointed in the pie but again loved the soup. My sister got the cheesesteak egg rolls. She wasn't crazy about the egg rolls and said she wouldn't get them again. She said they had a nice flavor but not enough meat in them and she said they were greasy. We both also got a dozen oysters and they were a nice size and very flavorful. read more

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If you're looking for a place to relax outside with a beer, this isn't it. Full of kids yelling and screaming. Pet friendly but if your dog is shy (like mine is) and kids keep coming up, wanting to touch her, it's a bad combo. Beer was meh. I wouldn't go back just because of the amount of kids. Things also just seemed thrown together? You walk into a main building, but go down a half built hall to a tent and then to the outside? Strange set up. read more

Perhaps the best crab dip in Lewes/Rehoboth. Plenty of identifiable crab morsels and Old Bay seasoned tortilla chips. Oyster Stew was simple, but excellent. For some reason, I was expecting potatoes or celery. Kinda like NE clam chowder, but with tender whole oysters. Cream of Crab Soup was also excellent. Kinda like a lobster bisque, but with crab. One of the best Lobster Rolls I've had in a while, large with big pieces. Oh, the beers are good, too. Great service. Never been to Claws, but I prefer this place over its sister Fins. read more

Another fantastic visit, they are my number one love to visit brewery; both food & beer are delicious! We dined inside to enjoy happy hour, then brought our last beer outside to enjoy the spaced out patio- it's fascinating each summer visit to see how much they are growing- this visit we saw the added basketball hoop & upcoming volleyball area- they are creating a hangout ambiance- can't wait to see what they do with the space- only woe (they should move towards 'renting' the play equipment pieces- since kids are encouraged to run around the playground, the more adult things (corn hole, foosball, ping pong) have taken a hit- I wanted to play with my daughter, but all the balls were missing- accountability, lend your ID get a ball, return it, get it back, that would make the space more functionable but overall, another great visit! read more

We visited during happy hour and enjoyed a flight along with oysters and steamed clams. Service was great and there was live music as well. read more

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Loved Big House Brewery! From the moment we stepped in until we finished our meal there was a real laid back atmosphere. The happy hour specials were great! Tonight was crab night and we ordered a crab flatbread with mushrooms and onions. The blend of favors was amazing! We also ordered the oyster sliders and they were very good. Our server was extremely accommodating and friendly. We will definitely return here when visiting the area. read more

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The Big Oyster Ahi Tuna sandwich is very tasty. The bun is toasted, the fish is a good portion that's cooked to order, and has wasabi sauce that adds great flavor. I don't eat the pickled cucumber slaw but my hubby likes it. The pretzel is huge and always an excellent appetizer. read more

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Food good, beer good, staff friendly, several locations each has a different vibe. Down to earth atmosphere. Will go back!

Really nice beachy atmosphere!! They have a playground outside and live music playing. Service can be a little slow sometimes. Big plus is that it is dog friendly!!!! All of the food we had so far was really good. My partner and I enjoyed the fried soft shell crab blt and also the fried oyster sandwich is good. They have a really good selection of sour beers that they change from time to time. read more

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Amazing happy hour and friendly service. Been a few times and overall I would say the beer has improved. What I got today was really tasty. My wife also got muscles with white wine sauce that she really enjoyed. I got the taco trio and it wasn't for me. I didn't finish it because I got a really fishy tasing bite (non-fish tacos, I don't eat fish). I'm sure if I had complained they would have fixed it. But I didn't want to, so that's on me. Will 100% be back. It is a lovely place, and as I said before, their beer has really improved since my last visit. read more

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Enjoyed happy hour at the bar. Old Bay butterwiings were large and flavorful. Bartender provided great service and was friendly and answered all questions. The atmosphere is great too. It's a lot bigger than it appears! Definitely heading back again! read more

Big Oyster Brewery - Old Bay butter wings - Breweries Near Me - Lewes, Delaware

Happy hour menu is still good. We enjoyed the fresh oysters. Steamed clams are very buttery, delicious. Fish in the fish and chips were much smaller than on our spring visit. Buffalo wings had a different taste, though still spicy, and very mild blue cheese dip. Got "Hot mess" to drink which I liked bec of its fruity taste. They have a rewards system when you give your mobile number but disappointed that they didn't sign us up the last time we were there- I did give my number and was told they will put it in the system (and that points don't expire). read more

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We stayed at the MarBella nearby and as soon as I saw the big fresh oysters sign on the side of the building, we parked and went in. It's in a row of cute buildings meant to look old and rustic. Inside is decorated with a bunch of vintage oyster gear and cans, and there's a nice patio outside. The main bar was buzzing, but we were seated in the quieter dining area. We ordered a half dozen of each type of oyster, they offered four total, and absolutely loved them. They were super fresh, all had different flavor profiles, and we loved that it came not only with horse radish and ketchup, but a mignionette, and a vinaigrette. They were delicious! read more

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Great place for kids to be let free of the parents. Food is good, beer used to be good but they have lost their touch and creativity in that area. Overall, a good restaurant . read more

Great vibes. Fun outdoor space with all kinds of games. Ping pong, corn hole and more. Fun slides for the kids. Oh did I forget to mention there is beer here ;) Vanilla blueberry sour was nice! There is also a dining area for food. read more

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Experience wasn't even worth 1 star, but you have to make some choice in order to post a review! Sat at the bar. Bartender says "here's some paper for you" and proceeds give us 3 different menus on the bar. Too much to look at. That aside, she took our beer order, my husband had a flight and she got one of the beers wrong. We thought she was going to write it down, but just stared at my husband waiting for the beers he was choosing, saying "Go ahead" and that got it wrong. There was no further conversation. We had to ask her to order an appetizer. Shrimp was ok. After that, no interaction with any of the bar staff. Glasses are empty and no one asked if we'd like a refill until the manager came to the bar for something and noticed our empty glasses. Original bartender, we assume left for the day but didn't advise us as most places let you know that shifts are changing. After an hour with no request to see if we wanted to order any additional food, we asked for our check and left. Advised situation to the manager who we advised was the light in this scenario, but he didn't seem overly concerned with the report of poor service. Won't be going back any time soon. Many better places around with proper customer service! read more

Really loved this place! Plenty of seating and space to enjoy a few beers and dinner. My husband and I split the crab dip, so rich and cheesy! I also had a cup of the cream of crab, incredible. My entree was crab cake sandwich and mac and cheese. Did I over order? Yes. Was the food excellent? Also, yes! Beers were also delicious! read more

Atmosphere was top notch. Plenty of space and room to run for the kid, while the adults enjoy themselves on couches outside. Oyster Stew was exceptional. Oyster Po Boy was just as good. Beer, pretty darn good. Service was kind of slow which is why they get four stars instead of five. I would definitely return. read more

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Always so busy and something inevitably wrong with our order. Today's issue was the fish and chips made with salmon. Just wish the kitchen would get it together because the vibe is so nice and friendly. Love the playground in the back and wonderful staff. read more

Phenomenal seafood, phenomenal beer, phenomenal service. What a great time. The oysters were so fresh and delicious, with a name like big oyster you'd hope so right? The steam pot was also fantastic. There's a wide selection of beers on tap that are made in house that serve everyone. From IPA lovers to a sour fan, there's a beer for you. There's a large back tent on a deck, a decent sized dining room. Plenty of parking. Big oyster is definitely a must try. read more

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Outdoor seating was enjoyable on a warm November day. The beer selection was admirable and we got flights. The lunch menu had many options and I opted for the half sandwich and half salad lunch special. The citrus salad was very good but the shrimp salad sandwich was disappointing and very runny which made the bread soggy and had a very strong onion flavor and very few shrimp. The sandwich was mostly lettuce. But I did enjoy the beer and ambiance and the service was friendly. read more

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First time here, located in Lewes between Route 1 and the ferry. Had a flight (Pils, Light lager, Mexican Lager, and red ale). Really liked the Mexican Lager the best. The Pils and Red were good. The light lager was too light. My wife and I shared the crab dip, and it was fantastic. The place is off the road a bit inna big red barn. Also has large outdoor area with a stage. Service was excellent. Will go back. read more

Food was great. Service was awesome from our waiter- Chin. Great food, beer, and timely service.

Stopped in after a day at Cape Henlopen. Ordered a flight of beer, some wings and a pretzel with cheese. All were delicious! the wings were my favorite. Crispy and full of flavor. The cheese sauce made the pretzel so much better. Beers were tasty and washed down the meal so well. Service and price were great. Will visit again when in the area. read more

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I stopped by here this past Wednesday with my wife, her parents and my kids for drinks and appetizers. We happened to see big oyster brewing while driving home from the beach that day. So we looked It up and saw that they had some live music and decided to head on over for the evening. Since it looked like it was set back a bit from the highway, we weren't expecting too much from it, but man was it big and crowded! We actually were put on a wait list for our apps and drinks but were thankfully allowed to sit out back to wait. There they had tons of outdoor seating as well as plenty of games for both adults and kids, we are talking a giant playground, giant connect four, cornhole, table tennis and fooseball. As I often do whenever I visit a new brewery, I went with a sampler here. My sampler consisted of tripping hazy IPA, Rye and Reason, Tea Time and Shuck It!. I tried the rye and reason first and thought it was pretty good. It started off pretty smooth before getting a nice hoppy flavor and finishing with some bitterness. Up second was the tripping hazy IPA which has those bright citrus flavors at the start before finishing with a strong hop flavor. Third was the tea time which was their version of an alcoholic Arnold Palmer. I definitely got the lemonade favor first and then the tea flavor second. It didn't really taste like a beer and that was probably the idea on this one. Last but not least was the shuck it. It had great flavor to it from those dark roasted malts. Out of the bunch I think that the tripping hazy IPA was my favorite with the shuck it being a close second. Then for appetizers we decided to split the Cheesesteak egg rolls, oyster sliders, bobs nachos and burrata caprese for the table. Up first for me was the oyster slider which I was weirdly excited about. Unlike most sliders, this one actually made sense to me since the size of a fried oyster fits perfectly. It didn't disappoint either as I ended up loving the oyster with the remoulade and the baked beignet. Once I had eaten my slider I next tried the cheesesteak egg roll. It was what you would expect with some flavorful thinly sliced ribeye and cheese inside a surprisingly crispy egg roll shell. Then the last item I tried was the nachos. They were solid nachos with plenty of chips, jalepenos and cheese (a queso blanco at that). However, I think that they would have been better with a meat. That's on us the though as we easily could have added one. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. My family though that big oyster brewing had a great space and I thought that the food and beer were good too. read more

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We came here on a very rainy February day with 4 kids across two families and had an overall very positive experience. They sat us away from the crowds giving the toddlers room to run and play away from the other guests which we very much appreciated. I tried a flight and my husband tried the hazy IPA both of which were so good and I was glad we got to sample a few even though we had to split our attention with the kids. My husband and I had wonderful meals and our server was so helpful and kind but unfortunately my friend found a hair in her burger which was overcooked and included mushrooms when she asked for it without. Both the server and the manager came over to offer another menu option and apologize for the issue but still not the best experience because of that unfortunately. I still do recommend you come for the atmosphere and the service though which I've found is unmatched for the area read more

Love the Wednesday 75 cent oyster special!! And great beer, great combination and value!

Always a nice crowd. We stop in on weekdays for the happy hour and then on weekends where there is usually live music. The seafood is amazing! The burgers are always fresh! The house beers never disappoint!! Mostly a fun family vibe with the play space out back. Basketball, connect four, ping pong and so forth. read more

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