The Copper Dram

Hummingbird to Mars is one of those rare places that reminds you why small businesses matter…read more Tucked away like a true speakeasy, it has an atmosphere that immediately pulls you in: low light, intimate corners, and a sense that you've stepped into a place where craft still means something. The bartenders are the heart of the experience. They don't just pour drinks; they create them. There's real skill and artistry behind the bar, and the conversation is as good as the cocktails. You can tell they care about balance, technique, and presentation. The Walk in the Garden gin cocktail is the perfect example: bright, layered flavors, premium ingredients, and that lavender garnish that hits your nose before the first sip. The scent alone sets the stage for the drink. It's thoughtful, elegant, and exactly what a craft cocktail should be. The food holds its own right alongside the drinks. The skillet meatballs come out tender and full of flavor, the kind of dish that disappears faster than you expect. The potato skins are crisp, satisfying, and exactly what you want with a cocktail in hand. And the homemade Baileys cheesecake is the kind of dessert you plan to share but end up guarding with your fork. It's rich without being heavy, with that unmistakable homemade touch. One of the best parts of Hummingbird to Mars is the tapas-style menu. You can eat as much or as little as you want, a couple of small plates with drinks, or a full progression from appetizers to dessert. It gives you the freedom to shape the night however you want, without committing to oversized entrées or predictable bar food. And that's the bigger point: places like this don't happen by accident. They come from creativity, risk-taking, and a commitment to doing things well. If we don't support small businesses that put this level of care into their craft, we'll be left with nothing but the same chains serving the same menus everywhere you go. Hummingbird to Mars is the antidote to that; personal, inventive, and genuinely memorable. From the first sip to the last bite, it's a place that delivers an experience, not just a night out. It's worth supporting, worth returning to, and worth celebrating.

Okay... judge me! Yes, this is ANOTHER review of one of the best speakeasies in Delaware. Service…read moreis spectacular and servers are well knowledgeable about their spirits and food. Shoutout to Christian! We went with a bigger party this time - total of 6. Would highly recommend reservations. Parking can be challenging but worth the work. You will ring a bell next to a discreet door where someone will assist you. You are greeted and walked up a very long staircase to the actual speakeasy. There's a bar, seating areas, and lounge areas as well. There's also live music. Check their socials. We ordered lots of drinks - 12 total. Every single one was absolutely delicious. Doesn't matter what you order. They do have seasonal cocktails too. You can't go wrong. Food! Okay, just order one of everything. We got meatballs (highly recommend), tuna, pizzas (shareable size). All the things were good. Again, you can see this isn't our first time here (see previous reviews). We will continue to share this place with as many people as we can as it is a superb experience! Just all around a lovely place to sit and enjoy cocktails and good. For sure meets that speakeasy vibe!

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Sidecar and Corpse

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Chocolate Martini

Bar Reverie

3.6(61 reviews)

0.3 mi

This is one of our favorite places; it's a safe place to visit, with ample parking out front; it's…read morequiet (no sports, no shouting), with an intimate "wood bar" atmosphere; the bourbon selection is fantastic, many with good price points (and large pours!); the food is delicious, varied, and there are many healthy low calorie options; service is efficient and polite; the owner is often there and takes great pride in his establishment

This place is certainly better than most in the general vicinity. It's not outstanding but has…read moreconsistently decent service, pleasant service staff and food is cooked well. Nothing is over seasoned or over salted. We've been three times now and will be back again.

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Iconz

4.5(30 reviews)

1.8 mi

Just walked in here one night last year on a whim. It was definitely different but bet on a Friday…read moreor Saturday night with a band it probably is quite the spot

cool atmosphere, looks like a nice place to chill when live music is on!! lots of beer choicesread more

Adult Bingo Wednesdays at 9pm

Aaaaaambiaaaaance

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Oddity Bar stage

BBC Tavern and Grill

3.0(180 reviews)

0.4 mi

Service was good but a $13 Bullitt bourbon ginger ale at 12 noon? I don't think so. My mistake…read morein not asking what bourbon they served? I would only doing Bullitt neat. That said, nice bar..... I'll come back but be more careful as to what I order.

No lie, the best part about my first time here was our server--Jaz. You don't get any better than…read moresomeone who enthusiastically greets your table, knows the menu like the back of her hand, has recommendations I didn't even know I needed, gave us advice on the daily happy hour/specialty wine nights and just overall made the experience so fun! It gets better--the food is delicious. I had the Reuben sandwich as it was very good. They have a nice selection of draft beer, cocktails, and mocktails. We sat outside and it was very cozy. The inside seemed a lot louder, but also dimly lit and cozy. I can't wait to come back!

Tavern Reuben

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Orange crush

The Post

4.1(15 reviews)

Really cute place but left very conflicted in terms of reviews…read more Made reservations because it was Wilmington restaurant week but we were the only people in there for a while. Started at a table and then learned there were happy hour specials only at the bar. They refused to give us HH pricing at our table even though we were the only people in there so we relocated to the bar. The bartender seemed skilled and looked like he was making an incredible cocktail. Both cocktails were absolutely terrible and tasted like perfume. Extreme let down. The meal had highlights like the shrimp and grits and steak, everything else was flavorless and not worth the money. It's a beautiful place and had live music but I don't think there's anything that would make me come back.

Love love this place! Everything went well, even though it was a cold, snowy day. There is parking…read moreon the street and a few spots in the back. We were here for lunch and sat at the bar. The seats are comfy, with backs, and there's a place to rest your feet. They have a few TVs, so you can watch sports too. The friendly bartender greeted us with menus and asked if we needed a minute before ordering drinks, and we did, because they have a nice, interesting, creative cocktail list. I had the Grill Your Fruit Honey, a whiskey drink, and it was delectable, but I was very tempted by the Does a Pear Spritz in the Woods? It was Saturday brunch time, so we got one item from their Brunchy menu and one from their main menu. We picked the Famous Post Breakfast Sandwhich with smoked chicken. The server recommended a runny egg, and it was perfect. I had my eye on the BLT, so we went with it. It was so good!! The bacon was thick, crispy, and so flavorful. The bread was perfectly toasted. We had a hard time picking a fav sandwhich, but I think the BLT won. We ordered a side of their cheesy grits, and they were award-winning, and I'm from the south, so I know grits.

Brussels Sprouts

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Grain Craft Bar + Kitchen

4.4(8 reviews)

I didn't even know there was a Grain in Wilmington! It is a great addition to the Trolley Square…read morearea! This location is huge! The front area has a cute bar and sitting area. There's a back section and an outside bar and comfy covered seating! The bartenders were short staffed but quick and very friendly! I was happy there was still a few pumpkin beers to choose from and some winter beers coming in! The hula bowl was out of this world! The seared tuna had such a great flavor and the sauces in the bowl were delicious! Wasabi aïoli and a soy glaze were the perfect combinations! Such a great location with delicious food! I heard that they were going to be doing a pop-up Christmas bar! Looking forward to that happening soon!

This place just opened but it builds on the atmosphere in the area and it's flagship restaurant in…read moreNewark. The food was ok, we tried the fried chicken cheesesteak and grilled chicken sandwich. The chicken cheesesteak was light on the chicken but good. The chicken sandwich was flavored well. Even though the restaurant was busy, the service was prompt and attentive.

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Hula Bowl

Columbus Inn

3.5(220 reviews)

1.8 mi

Great spot. Busier than expected for a weekday dinner time. Warm and cozy atmosphere with beautiful…read morehardwood floors and a fireplace. Started with Brussel sprouts, gnocchi (soft and delicious). Steak Deluxe was a winner with two filet medallions, crispy bacon and smattering of fries all on top of some lettuce with blue cheese

Columbus inn is so nicely decorated for Christmas. There was a private party there when I arrived…read moreand it was nice to see it arranged! I went to the bar area to participate in their hour happy hour. YES! One hour! 4:30-5:30 which includes a good amount of food options and discounts on drinks. All of the food was really good but the drinks left a lot to be desired which was unfortunate.

Philadelphia Cheesesteak Adventure

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The Special of the Day: A white pizza with goat cheese and fig. Crab Cakes with the Dirty Mac & Cheese and Smoked Collard Greens.

Trolley Square Oyster House

4.2(294 reviews)

We got down to Delaware much later than expected, but were definitely hungry since neither of us…read morehad dinner. I couldn't go to bed hungry and we were kind of in the mood for seafood. I heard of this place before but hadn't been and luckily they were still open that late so we headed over there. It was a Friday night, so the place was pretty full, with music playing throughout with some people our aged mixed on the college students there. We lucked out with two seats at the bar. For drinks, I initially ordered the Blue Rock Lemonade - in my mind I thought it would taste or be similar to lemonade cocktail drink I've had before... It was not that lol. Though I normally do like drinks on the sweeter side, this one was too much for me. But it may appeal to others taste. I ended up just asking for the same thing my boyfriend got which was a Margarita (I think pineapple flavor) which was much more satisfying. Again, we both were hungry and didn't feel like sharing apps or being there too late since we had to get up early. The Seafood Linguine caught my eye, so I ordered that while he got the Fish 'N Chips. There's was different in that they used catfish - we are used to seeing cod or haddock - but it came out pretty good. My dish was also pretty good, with a good mixture of seafood (shrimp, crab meat, mussels, clams) in it. We would come here again - earlier time though - to check out other items on the menu.

We ended up here for Game Day brunch, which meant we got an $8 Crusher. I had an orange one, and it…read morewas so delicious I had a second. They had squeezed the orange juice, so their juice is super fresh! The bar tender was kind and attentive. If lived here we would be regulars. It has a great vibe and tons of seating inside along with a covered patio with a bar outside. We sat at the inside bar, which has seats with backs and a place to rest your feet, and watched some sports while we ate. We came here for the lobster roll. It was on a perfectly toasted bun and had a good amount of lobster. I got French fries and a side of ranch, which tasted homemade; the French fries could have been a little crispier. We got the wings with their seasoning that was tasty and also the crab dip, which was divine. We even licked the spoon.

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The Crow Bar

3.6(53 reviews)

Vibe at crow bar is always a 10/10. Espresso martinis are consistently great. The bartenders are…read morelovely- happened to be there while they were trialing drinks for the specials for Valentine's Day! Excited to go back and try them. Happy hour empanadas are a great deal!

If you can get by the slower service that it inevitable than you'll love it here. I've never been…read moreseated on time for a reservation but i don't care. Their menu is always top tier to me and i've never had a bad drink. The vibes inside; front to the back of the restaurant is cozy, cool, and loud all at the same time. This is one of my favorite friday night spots still!!

Shoe string fries

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Cherly Tempa

Alexander's

4.7(7 reviews)

5.9 mi

Friday evening we went to Alexanders - It was awesome! The server Jess was amazing, she knows the…read moremenu and is very efficient and very friendly. She had the command of the room and we enjoyed again the Sin Brothers music. The food: Burger, Prime rib sandwich and salmon salad were amazing along with the great drinks - WIll return and recommend to friends.

It's a great pub. Friendly people, band members and certainly the bartender! We enjoyed our time…read morethere last night! It felt like home!