Bartender offered us Jell-O shots But when we got our check…read morewe got charged for his Jell-O shot lol Hello?!?!? Were they free??? Offered

Review for Heidaway - Bethany Beach, DE…read more It was the weekend after Memorial Day 2025--when the beach is still buzzing, but you can actually find parking and order a drink without elbowing someone in a straw hat. We rolled into Bethany Beach to kick off our summer, minus the chaos, and Heidaway was the first place that pulled us in with a wink and a steel drum beat. Right on the edge of the boardwalk, this place has big tropical energy. Think Key West meets Delaware--palm fronds, sea breeze, and the gentle background hum of fun. The outdoor seating is shaded but still breezy, like Mother Nature knows you want SPF without sweating through your shirt. And the music? Bright, beachy, and setting the scene for "yes, we are on vacation, thank you." Service? On point. From the friendly hostess to our magical waitress who somehow knew when we needed napkins, another round, or just a smile--everyone brought their A-game. No tourist trap vibes here. Just good, solid hospitality. Cocktails: We kicked off with a Moscow Mule, chilled in a classic copper mug and strong enough to make you forget your group chat's been blowing up since Tuesday. Spicy, refreshing, and just boozy enough to remind you you're off the clock. And the second drink? Let's call it the Mystery Mai Tai of Joy. We don't remember what was in it. We just know it was tropical, delicious, and made us say "we should move here" at least twice. The Food: Oysters Rockefeller - Baked to perfection, smothered in a creamy, herby sauce and topped with crispy breadcrumbs. The kind of dish that makes you lean back in your chair and toss your plate at a fireplace (if they had one) Lobster Roll & Fries - A buttery masterpiece. Generous chunks of lobster, golden toasted roll, and fries that nailed the crispy-soft ratio. They didn't hold back with the portions, and we didn't hold back either. Beet Salad - A beachy surprise hit. Sweet roasted beets, creamy goat cheese spread, and peppery arugula doing a power pose on the plate. It made us feel like we were balancing out the rest of the meal... even if dessert was already a foregone conclusion. If you're heading to Bethany and want to dodge the madness while still soaking up summer magic, Heidaway is a great spot. Come for the drinks, stay for the oysters, and let the ocean breeze convince you that everything is right in the world--even if only until Monday.

First, everyone in the restaurant greeted us when we walked in, it was so nice…read more The service was AMAZING! Not only our main server but the young men that supported her were incredibly helpful bringing extra butter, packing to go and clearing plates It's very difficult to find exceptional service in a seasonal town Food was delicious My peach, tomato and buffalo mozzarella salad was yummy And bountiful My main was salmon with a wonderful coconut sauce our party of six loved all of our food Thank you Parkway for a lovely evening

Great place. Super friendly bartender who is also the owner (Todor) makes great drinks. The…read moreatmosphere is great, the service is really good and the food is excellent. It is hard to get a reservation during the summer, but that is to be expected. One issue is that you need a reservation to sit at the bar. That really stinks!!!! You can walk in at 6 pm and if there is a reservation at 7 they won't let you sit down at the bar. It is a horrible system (and easy to change . . . hopefully they will). This is a five star restaurant if not for the bar issue.

The crab cake egg rolls were good, but a bit salty. I'd recommend the Flounder Roulade had crab…read morecake stuffed in flounder. I'd recommend asking for no salt on the green beans to reduce the sodium overall. The Reda Rockfish Tacos were more on the bland side, more fried batter than actual fish. I don't recommend. The employee there also said that their tacos aren't very good. Ask to sit on the rooftop when the weather is nice to get fresh air and a view of the area. Overall, I probably wouldn't go back.

My friend was looking for a lunch place that had seafood and a nice outdoor view!…read more We saw this place has some rooftop seating and decided to try it. When reading the menu, I didn't realize the restaurant originated in Baltimore which was interesting. I was excited to get my first crush of the season. I got a key lime crush which came with whipped cream on top which was weird but whatever. The crush was okay. A little too sweet for my liking. Our server was very nice and he checked up on us from time to time. We both got crab cake sandwiches. I upgraded my side with $2 waffle fries. The crab cake itself was a decent size and filled with a bunch of crab. You could tell there was a lot of fillers though. The waffle fries were okay. They arrived lukewarm. Service was good and the views on the rooftop is unmatched. It is def. more about the vibes then the actual food.

As you can see from my last review in January this is one of my favorite top ten restaurants for…read morehappy hour. We were here in March on a Sunday at 2 PM for happy hour at the bar with our friends. We were able to get 5 bar stools in a row. The bar area is relatively unchanged except for some new paint, however the two adjacent dining areas to the left and right of the bar were totally renovated and painted white with a much cleaner and brighter appearance. I enjoyed my usual 2 rum punches for $10 each and my usual happy hour broiled blackened flounder fish sandwich with tomato, red onion, lettuce, french fries, cole slaw and tartar sauce for $12. I opted for their hot sauce on my flounder and french fries. Bartender Andrea F. served us very well as usual. Consistency is a character of this restaurant. My total bill was $77 excluding gratuity. We agreed we will continue to return here for happy hour.

Very friendly staff. Food is excellent. We've NEVER had a bad meal at the Cottage Cafe. Will…read morealways return when we are in Bethany -- which is about once a month.

Bar Service was good but the hostess was rude! I feel like they don't have things in order yet.read more

Great service, tasty food, tiny location. Trust me, you WANT a reservation for this spot, but it's…read moreworth grabbing. We sat at the bar and spent time trying a bunch of drinks and appetizers. We had Molly as our bartender who was helpful in offering up meal selections and she modified my drink and made it just like one I got to try in the Middle East! We didn't feel rushed, but the space is quite small, so arrive early and get a reservation if you can. Most parking nearby is paid parking through the city so double check or you can get a $$$ fine. The espresso martini style drink had beet shavings on top, something I have never seen before with that drink. It didn't really affect the taste, but it looked cool.

for two people and were told the wait would be about 30-45 minutes. One thing to note: don't pass…read morethe host stand! The host is located outside on the deck, not inside, and we noticed a lot of people making that same mistake. We decided to sit at the bar instead since we saw two open seats, and honestly, it worked out great. The two female bartenders were fantastic--very attentive, friendly, and helpful. They answered all my questions when I was trying to decide what kind of martini I wanted. We also tried the burnt pork belly special, which was really good. I just wish there were a few more pieces that were actually "burnt" or crispy because that's what I was looking forward to. Still, I would definitely order it again! The food overall was amazing. They had TVs playing and a DJ, but it wasn't overly loud, so we could still comfortably talk and enjoy our meal. The atmosphere was fun and lively without being overwhelming. Everything was great, and we will definitely be back!

A Mecca of Meat! A Blazen of Barbecue!!…read more Bethany Blues BBQ Pit understood the assignment. Fill a big beach family with comfort food done right. The portions can be staggeringly huge but the flavor is always able to match! We always order bigggg and this place has been a Family Vacation Institution to our annual Bethany Beach trips. You can smell the smoky aroma of meat all day and even more as you approach! We always order to go so we can sloth in our beach house after overdoing it on food. But in case, you do stagger in- the two story restaurant does come equipped with an elevator to not only deliver you back to the front door, but the whole way to street level. Handicapped accessible, glutton appreciated. We ordered the brisket, pulled pork, carolina pulled pork, pulled chicken, smoked kielbasa, baby back ribs, collared greens, coleslaw, baked beans, mac and cheese, and yesssss... a full platter of cornbread with whipped honey butter! The staff is super accommodating. After placing my online order, I was able to call in and modify with no hesitation. They also have an order tracker, so you can know exactly when it's ready. We love Bethany Blues... and so does all of Bethany Beach!!

The crusted tuna and the pot roast were delicious. Our…read morewaiter John and the chef worked with us to avoid certain food allergies and offered slight modifications to the menu that met everyone's needs. The smallish dining area offers privacy and the quietness to carry on conversations. We still look forward to going there after many years.

We came back for lunch at the bar with my son and his wife. Both my son and I had the lobster roll…read more($23 each, $46 total), which we both really enjoyed. The bill came to $102 before tip. After applying my $50 gift card letter, the final total was brought down to $52. As always, Chandra provided excellent service. On another visit, we joined my son and his wife at the bar for happy hour. I ordered the happy hour lobster roll for $26. Before gratuity, the total came out to $102, which was lowered to $52 after using my $50 gift card letter. Chandra gave us great service once again. We returned once more with my son and his wife for happy hour at the bar. For this trip, my lobster roll came with a noticeably smaller portion of lobster compared to previous times. The bill prior to tip was $109. Applying my $50 gift letter brought the balance down to $59. As usual, Chandra took great care of us. We all agreed that we'll definitely keep returning for lunch, happy hour, or dinner.

Fav dish here was the seafood quesadilla which was usually very good though occasionally it seemed…read morelike the cheese was different in a negative way . It's no longer on the menu which is disappointing . My husbands fave is the chicken cheesesteak which is large and flavorful

Food was very good and very friendly service. It was very busy the night we were there and I…read morethought it was understaffed for the amount of patrons. Would recommend!

I can't give enough accolades to Sedona! I have IBS, which means I become very ill if I consume any…read moreamount of gluten, cow milk, soft cheeses, garlic, or onion. Sedona was amazing at accommodating my food issues. I ate the most amazing caprese salad with basil, goat cheese, and balsamic glaze followed by a perfectly cooked wagyu burger (no bun) and steak fries. This restaurant should most definitely be on your list of places to frequent often!

50/50 experience. First. The AC was not working. If we knew…read morethat when booking reservations we would not have chosen Sedona. Ceiling was covered in plastic ? Date app and tuna app were wonderful Filet was good but a little overseasoned for my taste. Crab cakes were good not great.

Our server Brandon was great! Attentive, friendly & accommodating! Would recommend OC 99 to anyone…read morevisiting Bethany.

Having frequented this location under its previous name, 99 Sea Level, I wanted to summarize our…read moreinitial two experiences under the restaurant's new management and rebranding. Our first visit took place on Mother's Day around 4:00 PM. Because brunch was still being served and dinner didn't begin until 4:15 PM, I booked a table for two, and we passed the time at the bar. We caught some live music while I enjoyed a $16 Maker's Mark Manhattan before settling the bar tab. Once dinner service opened at 4:15 PM, we were seated inside at table 45 to escape a breezy outdoor deck. It turned out to be the debut day for their new menu. I ordered another $16 Maker's Mark Manhattan and the $36 seafood stew--a rich combination of fish, clams, shrimp, fennel, pepper, onion, Spanish chorizo, and tomato seafood broth accompanied by grilled bread. It was a generous portion, so I brought the remaining stew home to enjoy later that evening. To conclude the meal, I tried the Lucky 7 porter from Evolution Craft Brewing Company ($7), which featured dark dried fruit and sweet toffee tones balanced by notes of chocolate, coffee, and smoke. Our server, Brendan V., did an excellent job caring for us and demonstrated great knowledge of the new menu, even while managing a large outdoor table with five children. Our total bill for that evening came to $114, excluding gratuity. We returned on Memorial Day for a second dinner, this time in a group of five that included family and a friend visiting from Scottsdale, AZ. Since the outdoor fire tables were completely full, we secured a table on the left side of the restaurant. I began with a spicy mango margarita for $14, which featured tequila, mango, lime, agave, jalapeno, and a tajin rim, and opted for the $36 seafood stew once again. Unfortunately, the cocktails were inconsistent this time; I ordered a Maker's Mark Manhattan up, but it tasted like watered-down bourbon. When a second Manhattan tasted exactly the same, I decided to cancel the order. Nevertheless, our server Nadine K. provided excellent service throughout the evening, and our bill came out to $92 before gratuity. Ultimately, we all agreed that we would gladly visit again.