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1. Caffe Gelato
4.4
Awesome(1882)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Newark
Booked 22 times today
Relaxed atmosphere, vibrant bar, good wine cellar (Wine Spectator Award of Excellence), great food, delicious house-crafted gelato and house-crafted pasta. Guests may request a semi-circle booth for parties up to 8 (Max capacity is reduced due to pandemic restrictions), or a nice table. Outdoor seating is available and large groups may request a private room. Caffe Gelato celebrates its 17-year anniversary. For lunch, look forward to trying our pressed panini on fresh baked sea-salt and rosemary foccacia, the featured salads, or a house crafted pasta. At dinner try the Daily Salmon, Center-Cut Filet Mignon, or any of our 6 House Crafted Pasta dishes. Weekend Brunches feature omelets, crepes, poached eggs, and Creme Brulee French Toast. Favorite gelato flavors are Bacio (Chocolate Hazelnut), Crème Brûlée Toffee, Dark Chocolate, and Stracciatella (Chocolate Chip).
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2. Vita Nova - University of Delaware
4.9
Exceptional(650)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • Newark
Vita Nova is the signature student-operated restaurant which is part of the Hospitality Business Management program at the University of Delaware.Vita Nova features a "Best of Delaware" award-winning lunch buffet Mon-Fri and elegant fine dining Wed-Fri during the fall and spring semesters. For lunch, the students offer fresh, local dishes including gourmet salads, soups, pastas, entrees, fire-roasted flatbreads, cheese board and mini sweets. The five-course dinner begins with a fusion-inspired appetizer trio and choice of salad, followed by intermezzo and your choice of entrée. The evening ends on a sweet note with a decadent dessert. Thank you for your support and being an important part of our unique student learning experience!
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3. Valle Cucina Italiana
4.8
Exceptional(880)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Wilmington
Booked 18 times today
Welcome to Valle Cucina, Delaware's best kept secret for over forty years! Our name suggests Italian, and it is the best around, but we are also known for our seven time "Best of Delaware" award winning 100% jumbo lump crab cakes, seafood dishes and the area's most amazing dry aged steaks. Valle also showcases a 100+ bottle wine list. Come as your are or formal, everyone feels at home. We take pride in our friendly service. Located in the Pike Creek Shopping Center, off Limestone Rd. Valle, opened in 1981 as a pizzeria and has become a must try. We are inviting you to experience what many have called their best dining experience.For special requests we suggest you call us 302-998-9999 so we can best serve you
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4. Deerfield
4.4
Awesome(730)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Newark
Booked 3 times today
2025 Easter and Mother's Day Now Open for Reservations! April 20, 2025 | Reservations from 10AM - 2PM May 11, 2025 | Reservations from 10AM - 2PM Come join us at Deerfield Golf Club for a truly one of a kind experience you and your guests are sure to not forget! $79.95 - 13 & Older $20.95 7-12Kids 6 and Under - Free Failure to show up to your reservation will result in a charge to the card on file. Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Amex are accepted.
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5. Ole Tapas Lounge & Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(922)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Newark
Booked 1 time today
Ole Tapas Lounge & Restaurant is an authentic tapas restaurant specializing in seasonal tapas, Spanish wine & family style entrees. With a warm atmosphere & upbeat Spanish music, this vibrant restaurant will transport you to Seville, the capital of tapas.
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6. Back Burner Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1668)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Hockessin
Booked 5 times today
Over 40 years of Operation & Voted Best of Delaware several years in a row, our kitchen offers seasonal selections of contemporary American cuisine, interlaced with Italian and French influences that will please all who visit! Being located in historic Hockessin, DE, our cozy restaurant will make you feel right at home.; Whether you sit at the bar, in our fireplace room, or with a view of the kitchen!• Our Signature dishes include:- Pumpkin Mushroom Soup - Shrimp Léjon- Kennett Square Stuffed Mushrooms- House-made Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes- Fresh Fish- Featured Game- Featured Steaks • The Back Burner is the perfect choice for celebrating all occasions. We offer passion, perfection, and unsurpassed quality in everything we do.Our private Fire Place Room can accommodate groups from 15-28 people. • Featuring Nightly Specials & Daily Happy Hour! Call For Larger Groups• For additional info, please contact our Dining Room Manager at 302-239-2314 or email: event@backburner.com
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7. The House of William & Merry
4.9
Exceptional(2341)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Hockessin
Booked 12 times today
The House of William and Merry serves contemporary American cuisine prepared from the freshest seasonal ingredients procured from local farms, providing casual fine dining at a reasonable price. Chef-owned by the husband and wife team, Merry Catanuto and William Hoffman, who live on the property, the restaurant is a remodeled farmhouse on the edge of central Hockessin. Dine in a comfortable home atmosphere in one of the two dining rooms, the porch, or the bar. When you arrive, you can see right into the all new, modern kitchen. Full bar service is available including wines by the glass, microbrews on tap, and specialty drinks. Or, take a walk around back to see the herb and vegetable gardens.Tuesday through Saturday we serve lunch and dinner. On Sunday, we serve brunch followed by a prix fix supper in the evening.

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Discover best special occasions restaurants in Newark

Discover the perfect dining spots for special occasions in Newark, Philadelphia County, Delaware. Whether you're planning a romantic dinner, a family gathering, or celebrating a milestone, Newark offers an array of restaurants that cater to those unique and memorable moments. These eateries are renowned for their exceptional service, diverse menus, and enchanting ambiance, ensuring an exquisite dining experience tailored to your special event. From seafood delights to New American cuisine, each restaurant boasts a distinctive charm that enhances any celebration. The dining scene in Newark is vibrant and diverse, accommodating a wide range of tastes and preferences. Experience the joy of fine dining where every meal is prepared with care, and every visit promises to be as special as the occasion it celebrates. Choose Newark for your next special occasion, and relish in the culinary delights and festive atmosphere that make each event unforgettable.

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