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The Starboard Restaurant is Dewey’s most famous venue for fun, great times, and tremendous service! It has been home-awayfrom-home for most Dewey Beach visitors over our 55+ year history. The Starboard truly holds a special place in more people’s hearts than anyone could ever imagine! The Starboard was originally built and opened by Duke Duggan around 1960 and has gone through several changes over its years. Purchased and run by the Hearn family during the late 80’s and early 90’s, Chip Hearn grew The Starboard into a nationally known hot spot. Purchased by current owners Steve ‘Monty’ Montgomery and his partners in 1999, The Starboard’s popularity is now off the charts as it has grown into a national phenomenon!
Long-standing bar & restaurant known for its Bloody Mary smorgasbord & piles of beach fries.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2009 DE-1, Dewey Beach, DE 19971
Phone: (302) 227-4600
Website: http://thestarboard.com/
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Reviews
Mai5en
When I first walked in, I noticed that the place was almost full, and my family was lucky enough to get one of the very few remaining tables. The food took a ground breaking 40 minutes to arrive, but not unseen with so many tables taken. The food? Pretty good. Some fries had no seasoning and some had way too much. But the burger was great! Good balance, big juicy patty, and (I don’t know if it was lick or skill but,) the patty was a near perfect medium rare.
5 hours before eating here, me and my family were looking for a bus stop and a lady there not only went out of her way to help us find the bus stop, but rejected the tip we wanted to give her, so in return, the least I could do was go here and write this review. So if you are reading this review, Thank you for everything.
… more5 hours before eating here, me and my family were looking for a bus stop and a lady there not only went out of her way to help us find the bus stop, but rejected the tip we wanted to give her, so in return, the least I could do was go here and write this review. So if you are reading this review, Thank you for everything.
Shiva S
We had a wonderful experience here! The service was attentive, friendly, and efficient from start to finish. Our server went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. The food was absolutely delicious—fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. I highly recommend this place for brunch.
… moreNaomi Hernandez
Thank you Bryan or Brian – @ the bar! First time here and you made us some great famous crushes.. I still think the chili mango one was the best! – Thank you thank you, can’t wait to come back for the evening festivities here. The steamed shrimp was fresh and delicious, we also had the lump crab avocado toast… mmmm so yummy!
… moreEric Feazel
The Starboard isn’t just a restaurant, a bar, or a nightclub—it’s a way of life. If you’re spending time in Dewey Beach, a portion of your day is bound to include a visit to The Starboard.
Whether it’s enjoying a delicious breakfast with a drink from their epic Bloody Mary bar, day drinking and vibing to live music on their deck, or dancing the night away to some of the best DJs around, there’s always something going on.
They host some major events throughout the year, like Opening Weekend during St. Paddy’s Day, the Running of the Bull, and Dewey Goes Pink—something for everyone to enjoy.
I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention their amazing staff. Year after year, they hire the most hardworking and friendly team. The fun and energy you experience at The Starboard are all thanks to them.
As for the food, it’s top-notch. Whether you are looking for an omelette for breakfast or some chicken tenders to get you through the afternoon, everything on their menu is great!.
And if you’re wondering about the drinks? They absolutely make some of the best in town. No need to order a “double” of anything. Just make sure you take care of your bartenders and they will take care of you. Plus, if you want to dance your night away, this is the place to be. The bands and DJs that play here are the best! Highly recommend!
… moreWhether it’s enjoying a delicious breakfast with a drink from their epic Bloody Mary bar, day drinking and vibing to live music on their deck, or dancing the night away to some of the best DJs around, there’s always something going on.
They host some major events throughout the year, like Opening Weekend during St. Paddy’s Day, the Running of the Bull, and Dewey Goes Pink—something for everyone to enjoy.
I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention their amazing staff. Year after year, they hire the most hardworking and friendly team. The fun and energy you experience at The Starboard are all thanks to them.
As for the food, it’s top-notch. Whether you are looking for an omelette for breakfast or some chicken tenders to get you through the afternoon, everything on their menu is great!.
And if you’re wondering about the drinks? They absolutely make some of the best in town. No need to order a “double” of anything. Just make sure you take care of your bartenders and they will take care of you. Plus, if you want to dance your night away, this is the place to be. The bands and DJs that play here are the best! Highly recommend!
Amy Mertz
Came for brunch on a rainy Sunday. This place was packed! But worth it! Bloody Mary bar looked amazing but did not partake. Orange crushes were very good. We were lucky enough to find seats at the bar since it was an hour wait for a table. Service at bar was superb. Food came out fast and hot. Pretzel bites were amazing served with the best mustard I have ever had… that I believe they make themselves, very tangy with a little kick. Fries were tasty with old bay. Burger was very large and tasty. Omelette looked amazing and gigantic. I was disappointed in my skillet, it sounded and looked so good. However it had mushy tasteless potatoes with sour cream gobbled on, a little cheese and eggs. Bacon was very good. Everyone’s food with the exception of the skillet, was very good and no one left hungry. We will definitely try again when back in town.
… moreBrian
There are 3 things that make a restaurant visit memorable:
1. Service
2. Food
3. Atmosphere.
The first thing that may make or break your visit is the service. Are they appreciative of you patronizing their establishment and give you a warm greeting, or are they disinterested and could care less if you’re there or not.
We arrived only to be meet with indifference and a sour attitude. The hostess that seated us walked so fast to the table that we lost sight of her. Once we caught up, she set the menus on the table and hurriedly walked out without saying a thing. Let me backtrack and say that she was having a conversation with 2 other hostesses at the outside entrance to the restaurant and seemed upset that we were an inconvenience to her, interrupting her conversation with them.
Once inside we decided that the music was way too loud for 8 am and then decided to go back to this hostess stand and get a table outside. We were carrying the menus and silverware with us. Once outside this hostess was not happy with us coming back and proceeded to dig out another menu. My girlfriend said that we had menus and the hostess snipped back and said I know that. Really?? I will not stay at any restaurant that doesn’t appreciate my patronize and ridicules me. Management, you need to train your employees to do their job rather than stand around and talk among themselves. I have been here a couple of times in the past and have to say the food is good, but after this experience I won’t be back. And you know what? They couldn’t care less. We left and went to another restaurant that did appreciate us being there.
… more1. Service
2. Food
3. Atmosphere.
The first thing that may make or break your visit is the service. Are they appreciative of you patronizing their establishment and give you a warm greeting, or are they disinterested and could care less if you’re there or not.
We arrived only to be meet with indifference and a sour attitude. The hostess that seated us walked so fast to the table that we lost sight of her. Once we caught up, she set the menus on the table and hurriedly walked out without saying a thing. Let me backtrack and say that she was having a conversation with 2 other hostesses at the outside entrance to the restaurant and seemed upset that we were an inconvenience to her, interrupting her conversation with them.
Once inside we decided that the music was way too loud for 8 am and then decided to go back to this hostess stand and get a table outside. We were carrying the menus and silverware with us. Once outside this hostess was not happy with us coming back and proceeded to dig out another menu. My girlfriend said that we had menus and the hostess snipped back and said I know that. Really?? I will not stay at any restaurant that doesn’t appreciate my patronize and ridicules me. Management, you need to train your employees to do their job rather than stand around and talk among themselves. I have been here a couple of times in the past and have to say the food is good, but after this experience I won’t be back. And you know what? They couldn’t care less. We left and went to another restaurant that did appreciate us being there.
Brian K
Such a cool spot! I went with a group of friends who were visiting the area. We had to wait about and hour and half but it was worth it.
With the waiting time, we took a walk to the beach, and then sat at the bar to enjoy some crushes.
Food was very fresh and tasty. Prices were very reasonable.
The atmosphere was the best part. Loud classic music that everyone can enjoy and their was even a DJ at brunch.
… moreWith the waiting time, we took a walk to the beach, and then sat at the bar to enjoy some crushes.
Food was very fresh and tasty. Prices were very reasonable.
The atmosphere was the best part. Loud classic music that everyone can enjoy and their was even a DJ at brunch.
Jay
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️5/5 stars! Great for a date night with good drinks and delicious steamed shrimp, or breakfast with the family with their fresh blueberry pancakes or egg and crab skillet!
Suggestions for Improvement:
• Parking – Help customers locate parking by putting a parking map on your website or Google profile. I called ahead and was told to park on a side street which are mostly Private Residential spaces.
• Staffing – More waiters/waitresses and less hostesses. 5 hostesses and 3 waitresses just didn’t make sense.
• Merch – Better merch and staffing, the T-shirts were lack luster and we ended up not buying anything because nobody was there to help us.
… moreSuggestions for Improvement:
• Parking – Help customers locate parking by putting a parking map on your website or Google profile. I called ahead and was told to park on a side street which are mostly Private Residential spaces.
• Staffing – More waiters/waitresses and less hostesses. 5 hostesses and 3 waitresses just didn’t make sense.
• Merch – Better merch and staffing, the T-shirts were lack luster and we ended up not buying anything because nobody was there to help us.
Philip Benincasa Jr
Local well known spot. Perfect for brunch. Awesome bloody mary fix’n bar.
… moreJulia R
They have a great service and brunch – definitely a Football Sunday kind of hang out!
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