Food is good but not particularly inspiring. Service could be faster. It is an old and interesting place to eat IF you're ready to spend money. read more

I really like Jessop's. Sadly I live 2 hours away and can't get there very often, but if you like Belgian and unusual beer and ales, Jessop's has one of the biggest selections you'll find. The mussels and Caesar Rodney are great starters, and their Shepherd's Pie and Swedish Meatloaf can't be beat. read more

Randomly stumbled upon this place & so glad we did. I loved the colonial setting. The food was amazing. I tried the pulled pork sandwich and sweet potatoes fries with marshmallow dipping sauce. Everything on the menu sounded good. They had a great beer/cocktail selection. Can't wait to visit again. Stopped in here again... It was during lobster week. My boyfriend and I both had the lobster rolls and they were amazing! So fresh and such a large portion. We also tried the steamed mussels which were to die for. Since we couldn't get enough of this place we stopped in again. This time around I tried the thanksgiving feast and my boyfriend tried the shepherds pie. Both meals were outstanding as usual. Only downfall is we ordered the crab dip for appetizer but it never came out. Guess we'll be back for that lol read more

Jessop's Tavern - American Near Me - New Castle, Delaware

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Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish! The staff was super friendly and very helpful in providing recommendations based on taste profiles. With over 200 beers available, it was difficult trying to decide what to order based on the large books they provide. But the staff was very knowledgeable about the offerings and able to help guide you to the right beer. The food itself was so delicious; the smorgasbord was a perfect appetizer, followed by the Sea Farere's catch chowder a nice tomato-based soup, the lobster pot pie was to die for, and of course the dutch apple cakes for dessert. I don't recall the last time I had such a wonderful dining experience! read more

Hello, Thank you for your response. We tried the dessert and did not like that the cobbler portion, which was cake or cake like and not the normal crumble or biscuit texture. Also, we explained to the waitress why we did not like the dessert. And, after the waitress brought the dessert back to the table stating the manager refused to remove, we told her we still did not want the dessert because we did not enjoy the taste and texture of the cake which was listed as cobbler read more

Jessop's is a beautiful colonial tavern in the heart of Historical New Castle. I love coming here with my grandparents who grew up in the town and listening to them reminisce about their childhood. The staff is dressed in colonial garb and the restaurant has nothing but character. The dim lighting sets the mood as you eat by candle light. When you sit down you will be amazed by the large binder filled with their beer list. Be sure to request the fresh bread with homemade strawberry butter. Tonight we ordered the fried oysters that were a special and the fish and chips. The fresh cod was delicious and crispy. Save room for dessert! The homemade ice cream has rotating flavors with huge portion sizes! read more

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I've been coming to Jessop's for about 8 years. It's a cozy Colonial-themed tavern right in the heart of Old New Castle on Delaware Street, located right near Battery Park. The staff is in costume, too! It's wonderful to sit near their working fireplace in cold days. And if you're into Belgian beers, they have the biggest selection around. My favorite dish is the chicken pot pie. And if you love sweets as much as I do, you have to try the apple cakes, served right alongside some vanilla Woodside Farm Creamery ice cream! Everything is homemade. This restaurant just exudes charm, just as all places do in historic Old New Castle. You'll feel right at home in one of the most quaint restaurants in Delaware. read more

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I love the colonial atmosphere in this historical place. My food and dessert was delicious; I got Shepherds pie and ice cream. And the beer menus was outrageous! We were given a huge book of beer history to look over while enjoying our drinks. I have and would still recommend this place. read more

We have lived in Delaware for the last 10 years but just heard about this hidden gem. It reminded us of the English pubs when we lived overseas. In our opinion, the food we tasted in our first visit was homemade tasting comfort food. Wow, it will take many lunches and dinners to sample all the entrees. My husband had the Pilgrim's Feast which was mouthwatering tender turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, dressing, and whole berry cranberry sauce. Thanksgiving in April. I sampled the Old English Flatbread as an app and the steaming hot Shepherd's Pie. Needless to say, I will be eating leftovers for a couple of meals. Huge! We took home desserts of Peach Cobbler and Bread Pudding. We will be returning soon. Also, the Thomas Jefferson Lager and my Balvenie Scotch went down well too. read more

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This is my new favorite restaurant! The staff is so nice and polite, they made sure I had what I needed. The food was delicious and flavorful and the atmosphere was so nice and pretty I highly recommend! read more

This is more of a three and a half star from me. Wait staff is great, usually dressed in period clothing and the bar has an amazing tap list if you're into beer (I am). My issue is the menu. Seeming stagnant for seasons at a time. There are usually specials, but those also seem to be run through relatively often. Nothing wrong with the food per se, but there are only 3-4 items I will order on the menu, making it a hard choice to come back to more than monthly. And we do come monthly, so it is an enjoyable place, but more variety would bring us in more often. read more

First, the location is amazing, a Colonial era building that is impeccably decorated, cozy and clean. The food is amazing and the list of beers is the largest I have ever seen, probably over 100 craft level beers. The staff are professional, courteous and very talented. Our server showed clear knowledge of the menu and was amazing. For all this, the bill came to less than $20 a person, it felt like a bargain. An amazing establishment read more

Beer menus is the largest I have ever seen in one restaurant. The Shepard pie is to die for. It located in a beautiful little town, that great to stroll through after your hearty meal. Parking can be tight and hard to find, so plan ahead. But parking is the only bad thing I have to say about Jessup Tavern. read more

What a gem! Historic and quaint with excellent staff and delicious food. The shepherd pie was incredible and could easily feed 2 or even 3. The pot pies were delicious, we had the chicken and the crab and both were scrumptious. Love the period clothing that the staff wears and the pewter dishes are fun. read more

We went here on a date night and it was amazing. The skipjack shrimp were hot and perfectly crunchy and the dipping sauce was so good. My husband had the beef pot pie and I had the fricken chicassee. Both had lots of flavor and hit the spot. The decor makes you feel like you have been transported to colonial times. We will definitely be going back as we can't wait to try more things on their menu! read more

Food is consistently good, as is the service. And it's a lovely venue. Highly recommend this restaurant.

Was the Aug 28 2023. Nice tavern atmosphere . The waitress never came back to us to fill drinks or ever came back to ask how our food was..so I will tell you. First of all I got severe food poisoning. Still trying to recover. Had to call 911 . This was from the meatloaf that was room temperature with a odd tasting sauce that I tried to take off. My father's fish and chips where either old or overcooked or recooked along with the fries looking and tasting the same.. So I called the tavern after I got extremely sick to let them know so no one else would get this...I asked to speak to the manager. And of course I was told no manager there so I left my number so he could call me when he did get there. Never called me back..I had to call back 4 times and each time there was always an excuse.. he just stepped out, I will check to see, etc etc ..in the end I advised with I believe a employee pretending to be a manager because there was no sense of concern . Could of cared less attitude. After a 140.00 lunch bill .I would of at least expected a courtesy offer to refund the meatloaf meal.. before I wrote this I even emailed the owner.because I would hope he would like to know of such behavior and treatment ..no response. read more

Pretty place in a pretty town, but after messing up my dessert multiple times without a refund even after I went back to return it, I can't imagine spending money here again. read more

I had the best duck I've ever had (outside of Paris) and certainly the best roasted duckling ever. The chef used a "cherry-Kümmel" sauce. Kümmel is caraway liqueur also flavored with cumin and fennel. While I also use cherries with duck, I never would have thought of Kümmel, but the herby flavor blended well with the sweet cherry and was not the boring fruity-sweet-only you usually find on duck. My duck half was tender and well-roasted, and I had to stop myself from chewing up the bones (not very elegant table manners at a big group dinner. But I was tempted.) The other diners had crab cakes (big, fluffy and full of lump crab meat), flank steak in bordelaise sauce (and each was cooked to order--so one person had it mooing and the other had it medium). The salmon was also cooked to order and looked tempting. But if that duck is on the menu, get it. You won't be sorry. The two other reasons to come here: first, the beer selection is possibly the best in Delaware. Delaware is a beer-loving state. We make beer, we export beer (the famous Dogfish ales) and we certainly drink beer. I had a Bavik Pils, which is made in Belgium. Jessop's loves their Belgians, and I've also drunk Rodenbach fruit brewed beers here (one with cherry and one with cranberry and raspberry, so if you like sour dry beers, you can get them here--they are hard to find.) Since I was having duck, I wanted a light, bitter beer to offset the fruit sauce and rich fats of the duck and the Bavik was a light pilsner, more like German than heavier Bohemian and with a fruity overtone and very light hops bitterness that went well with the food--in fact, this draft beer was as good as any wine with food. If you don't like overly bitter pilsner, this is for you. The second reason is the history and location. This is your date night location. Old New Castle dates back to the colonies before the US was the US and there are quaint streets and pretty old brick houses, shops lit up with appealing windows, and it's perfect for a stroll winter or summer in Delaware's usually mild and pleasant climate. Jessop's is a historic tavern and looks like Colonial times--uneven floors, oddly matched chairs, a long and dark room that harks back to Caesar Rodney, William Penn and George Washington. The waitstaff dress in colonial garb, and sometimes you hear fife and drum music. We had good classic Christmas tunes this time-perfect. Very very romantic and also the super-fun place for friends to gather and have conversation over a drink or two. If you stick to what they do well on the menu, you'll have a great time. Some of the food is heavy and stick-to-your-ribs (the meatloaf is well-loved) and I've had a few things I didn't like at all, but when you know what to order (the soups, the sweet potato fries and any of the bar appetizers are also great) you can have a wonderful time. I think I've been here more than any other place in Delaware. And I'm going back. read more

As our first night out in historic new castle, this definitely gave us a good feel for the little town! It is very historic and intriguing. The food is DELICIOUS! And at a great price. We started with the shrimp and crab dip. While the crab dip was more like a thick soup, it was amazing in the bread bowl. The meatloaf was a sight to see, as it is a very popular dish. The crab cakes were delicious as well as the special soup! We will definitely be back! read more

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Tried to eat here twice, couldn't get a seat at a slow time of day. Hour plus wait, with a lot of tables open in the front. Won't try again.

What a nice surprise!!! Everyone was so nice and friendly. I brought my two children - 5 years old and 18 months old and everyone from the host to our waiter to the kitchen staff made them feel welcome. The atmosphere is great. You feel like you've gone back in time. The sweet potato fries and ice cream were amazing!!! We definitely will be back. read more

We reserved the back room for a small party. Our service was excellent. Everyone's food was delicious. We had a wonderful time and plan to visit again. We recommend the crab dip appetizer and the ice cream, in particular. Tammy was super helpful getting our reservation set up and making sure the night was perfect. We strongly recommend eating here. read more

Jessop's Tavern - The back room at Jessop's Tavern - American Near Me - New Castle, Delaware

Whenever driving between New York City and the Washington/Maryland area, we make it a point to stop at Jessop's Tavern. The food is excellent, and is exceeded by a great selection of beers and a fun, colonial-themed decor. (The colonial theme extends beyond the decor to the waitstaff's outfits and other details.) The service is very friendly, albeit sometimes on the slower side. The location is very convenient from Interstate 95 or, for those remaining longer in the area, to a nice historic district of town. Parking is readily available on the street. In addition to the extensive beer selection, Jessop's Tavern also sells promotional items such as a crafted beer with a theme name, sold with corresponding glasses or beer steins in a decorative box. These can make good gifts. read more

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Went to Jessops Tavern with high expectations based on recommendations from friends . Ordered the "Medium Rare " 14 oz prime rib special .. came out pretty well done , tough, and full of gristle ... very disappointing ! Wife had chicken pot pie which she said was excellent . Friend got lobster Mac & cheese that he said was dry and tasteless . Other friend got Chicken fricasse which she said was good . Appetizer special fried oysters were small and overcooked . Walking around new castle was nice ... just that the 45 minute drive for dinner wasn't worth the trip unfortunately . read more

Adorable place in an adorable town! We had no issue finding parking and when we got in we were blown away by Jessop's colonial theme and tavern feeling. It's got a HUGE selection of beer and the wait staff is more than happy to help you through it. Food was wonderful and very filling. We sat across from the bar, so we were a little tight on space, but it was a non-issue; our table was nice and big. We'll definitely go back! read more

If you're seeking well fed wenches, eat here. Servers in colonial style outfits feed you on pewter style platters in a dimly lit room. Fish and chips were lovely, potpie was a happy surprise, and tables are very close so it's nice to chat with a neighbor. With only two choices in this quaint township, you can't go wrong. read more

Rarely do I rate a business, but this one gets 5 stars off the bat. Their Belgian beer selection is over the top. You must get the Tripel de Garre with the cheese pairing. Their fish and chips are award winning. And their fresh bread!! To die for. Simply amazing. I can't say enough about this food and the atmosphere. Phenomenal. And their butter..... O.M.G. read more

Jessop's Tavern - Fish and chips - American Near Me - New Castle, Delaware

It's all about the menu - hearty uncomplicated fare. Our 2 meals were perfectly prepared and served hot - fast. And the prices were very reasonable given the quality of the food and ambiance of this old colonial eatery. read more

This place is incredible! The food is great and the people are super nice! Probably the best place in Delaware! Come eat here! The crab cakes are amazing!! read more

Stumbled onto this amazing restaurant on our way home to NJ. We could not believe the size of the shepherds pie. My hot roast beef sandwich was unbelievably scrumptious. We will definitely be returning with friends and family. Also, the waitress was attentive and personable. You have to check it out. read more

Jessop's Tavern - Shepherd 's Pie - American Near Me - New Castle, Delaware

Great food, lovely environment. The staff was great, Highly recommend this tavern to everyone

Order the Shepard's pie try the amazing beer with over 300 selections to choose from you have to be adventurous and sample a few. Loads of original ice cream flavors and wonderful deserts. The shepherd pie is enough to feed a couple and have leftovers. read more

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My partner and I went for the first time for our Anniversary dinner. The waiter was friendly and offered suggestions and tastes of two craft beers. The brambleberry ale is delicious! The food menu offered variety and our meals were diversified with flavors complimenting each other well with sweet and savory. The portions were generous. Sadly, we did not have room for dessert but did take a stroll on the little pier to burn off dinner. Definitely will be returning soon! read more

Jessop's Tavern serves mostly traditional American fare on pewter dishes in a cozy setting a short walk from the water. The dining room has a colonial American look, and staff are dressed in period costume. I found the food tasty but not outstanding. The New England clam chowder for instance, was chunky and filling, but needed more clams and less potatoes. Service, too, was a little unhurried. Overall, I like the place: Neither the food, nor the service, nor the price were "bad", but taken together they keep this place at 4 stars. read more

This is an awesome restaurant/tavern. We thoroughly enjoyed the hospitality. The colonial setting was perfect, as we had just strolled around old new castle and battery park. The manager and staff were helpful in guiding us through the beer list and menu. The Belgian beer selection (while unique and in depth) is expensive! Ask questions! Given the unfamiliarity most people would have with their kind of alcohol selection, I would like to have seen prices on their drink menus. You might decide to try one of their beers, not knowing it could easily be $25+ read more

Love them the fish and chips are great! The atmosphere is perfect and battery park is beautiful.

This is a "must visit" when in Historic New Castle whether it's for dinner, drinks, or dessert. Reservations are a good idea on weekends.

Got to be the best Shepherds Pie I've had in my life. The atmosphere is early colonial in a town that is just beautiful. I will definitely be back! Highly recommend this place. read more

Jessop's Tavern - The Shepherds Pie - American Near Me - New Castle, Delaware

Try one beer. Even if not a big beer fan. The shepherds pie is delicious! But it could be build to share, depending on your habits. The fish n chips were good too. This place is a colonial tavern and you feel like you stepped back in time. As travelers, we were looking for a distraction from the long drive. JESSOPS was perfect. read more

Jessop's Tavern - Guess what's for lunch. Be prepared for left overs. - American Near Me - New Castle, Delaware