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FeedThe 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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Best Kid’s Party Place
Readers, upstate: Pump It Up (103 S. James St., Newport, 998-1144)
Readers, downstate: Bonkersville (17601 Coastal Hwy., Lewes, 645-8774)
Critics, upstate: What kid could resist chugging along in an antique red caboose on the Wilmington & Western Railroad? Private parties can rent the 90-minute Mount Cuba Express for just $200. Best of all, the caboose is available for use during the off-season, while the rest of the railroad is closed. Just provide the kids and the cake. “My son’s most memorable birthday was when he was 4, and we went to Wilmington & Western Railroad,” Karibjanian says. “The kids loved riding the train, and they had cake and punch in the caboose. Party over.” (2201 Newport Gap Pike, Wilmington, 998-1930)
Critics, downstate: Way more than your typical daycare provider, Kids Cottage, with its brightly-colored murals, indoor playground, huge tree fort, toys and games, is the perfect place for a kid’s party. There’s a private wing for events, and kids are free to hit the basketball court or the video games in the media room. Party packages are super affordable when you BYO food, or you can opt for pizza, snacks and balloons for a little more. (35448 Wolfeneck Road, Rehoboth Beach, 644-7690)
Best Lingerie
Readers, upstate: Bare Essentials (4009 Concord Pike, Suite A, Wilmington, 477-4888)
Readers, downstate: Something Comfortable (70 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth Beach, 227-6180)
Best Massage
Critics, downstate: One Spirit Massage Studio, under owner Mark Thompson, is no-nonsense. “It’s serious about massage,” Livingston says. “There’s no skin care, no hair. This is not a let’s-do-lunch spa. It’s a let’s-get-to-work, let’s-make-you-feel-better retreat.” One Spirit offers a list of treatments that can relieve tension and pain. For Livingston, it’s the deep-tissue massage that hits the right spots. (169 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth Beach, 226-3552)
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Reader Comments:
delaware today keep mention thai,chinese.indian and japanese food, what happen to 3 malaysian reataurant in delaware!!!
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!
How can you mention Del Rose and not mention their incredible home made ravioli? And great "gravy" too!
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.
great
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.
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!!!
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"?
Lucky's Coffee Shop is the best breakfast!!! I love this place!!!!!
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.