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The Best of Delaware 2009

From crab cakes and cheesesteaks to prime rib and clam bakes, little Delaware is packed with great places to eat and terrific places to shop. Here’s the cream of the crop.

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Actor-real estate agent Lyman Chen lunches on grilled asparagus on a bed of arugula with truffle oil, fried egg and lemon at one of his favorite spots, Terrain at Styer’s café. Photograph by Phil FlynnFood, Food, Food

All-Time Favorite Italian Place

  Critics, upstate: More than 31 years has cemented Giuseppe and Anna Martuscelli’s La Casa Pasta as a legend of Italian cuisine in Delaware. The husband and wife’s passion for flavorful, homemade coastal Italian cuisine has seduced generations of diners. Who can resist marveling at marble floors and stone statues while eating the hearty sopressata, seafood cannelloni or the famous paccheri alla Giuseppe, which combines extra-wide rigatoni, monkfish, shrimp, cannelloni, Collina tomatoes and marinara sauce? (120 Four Seasons Pkwy., Newark, 738-9935)
 

Best Appetizers

  Readers, upstate: Six Paupers (7465 Lancaster Pike, Hockessin, 489-7287)
  Readers, downstate: Big Fish Grill (20298 Coastal Hwy., Rehoboth Beach, 227-9007)
  Critics, upstate: Poppiti enjoys Nonna Ristorante’s stuzzichini menu of small plates that is served all day. “Owner and chef Chris Peters is so creative and talented, and he’s constantly tweaking the menu,” Poppiti says. The menu offers pasta dishes such as gnocchi with Gorgonzola cream, vegetables like grilled asparagus, and seafood dishes that include crab cakes and applewood-smoked bacon shrimp. Poppiti’s favorite: scallops wrapped in bacon with a whiskey-liqueur reduction. (Del. 4 and Harmony Road, Newark, 737-9999)
 

Best Bagels

  Readers, upstate: Fabulous Bagel Boys (4706 Limestone Road, Wilmington, 892-9303)
  Readers, downstate: Surf Bagel & Deli (17382 Coastal Hwy., Lewes, 644-1822)
  Critics, upstate: Bagelmania turns outright manic in the mornings, when fresh homemade bagels like the popular cheddar-dill flavor, coffee and warm bagel sandwiches fly. “They have a great selection, and it’s always fresh,” Keeler says. “And they are great supporters of the UD football program.” (416 Suburban Drive, Newark, 369-1950)
  Critics, downstate: Inside the surf-themed Surf Bagel & deli (complete with boards), New York-style bagels achieve a perfectly satisfying chewy bite. “They’re hands down the best,” Livingston says. “They can give New York a run for its money. Great spreads and sandwiches, too.” Wax up your surf bagel with gourmet spreads such as lox, sun-dried tomato, and scallion. (17382 Coastal Hwy., Lewes, 644-1822)
 

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Jun 20, 2009 11:36 am
 Posted by  john

delaware today keep mention thai,chinese.indian and japanese food, what happen to 3 malaysian reataurant in delaware!!!

Jun 24, 2009 02:11 pm
 Posted by  Cruiser

I would have to include the Penguin Diner in Bethany Beach for best breakfast place and best burgers! Their bacon cheddar burger is the best I have had!

Jun 24, 2009 09:04 pm
 Posted by  Lckylndy

How can you mention Del Rose and not mention their incredible home made ravioli? And great "gravy" too!

Jun 24, 2009 09:37 pm
 Posted by  Lckylndy

Glad to see Union City made the cut. Just had lunch there today and get over there whenever possible. Matt is a super nice guy and deserving of success. The decor is nice, it is comfortable, and you don't feel rushed. The food I've had there I've greatly enjoyed.

Jun 25, 2009 11:47 pm
 Posted by  Anonymous

great

Jun 25, 2009 11:54 pm
 Posted by  Anonymous

One Spirit Massage is terrific. Scott does awesome work and gets those kinks out. Always feel like a million bucks when I leave. If I could I would have one a day.

Jun 28, 2009 01:00 pm
 Posted by  Anonymous

I have tried gaudiello's and its awesome!!! I think they havent been around in delaware long and arent as well known as the other sub shops. They are a hoagie shop everyone should try, they have the best cheesesteaks!!!

Jul 5, 2009 12:00 am
 Posted by  Jess

Ok, ok, is it me or i am the only one that has been at Santa Fe Mexican Grill on Main Street? Santa Fe has the best Mexican Food and drinks in town. Food is authentic as it can get. I see Mexicans eating there every time i go. Their lunch burrito line and the prices for lunch are unbelievable They got the best Mojito list i have ever seen, and the Margaritas are absolutely out of this world. The pina colada they make it from scratch and serve it on a real coconut!!! What is up with this critics and "readers"?

Jul 13, 2009 06:50 pm
 Posted by  Anonymous

Lucky's Coffee Shop is the best breakfast!!! I love this place!!!!!

Aug 12, 2009 01:17 pm
 Posted by  MsGrace

Since moving to Roanoke,Virginia I have yet to find a place like Winterthur. I miss the gardens quite a bit. It is a lovely place to walk, picnic and just visit.

Another place to go that is extremely worthwhile (even more than Winterthur) is the Sculpture Gardens of New Jersey.

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