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.

by Matt Amis, Maria Hess, Drew Ostroski, a host of guest critics (click on page 52 to meet them) and, of course, you Published June 16, 2009 at 09:21 AM

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Best Salon for Women

Readers, upstate: Salon by Dominic (130 Lantana Drive, Hockessin, 239-8282)
Readers, downstate: JK Tangles Salon (1151 E. Lebanon Road, Dover, 698-1006)

Best Shoe Store for Men

Readers, downstate: Carltons (31 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth Beach, 227-7990)
Critics, over the line: Benjamin Lovell Shoes (525 Glen Eagle Square, Glen Mills, Pa., 610-358-0060)

Best Shoe Store for Women

Readers, upstate: Dale’s Shoetique (4023 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, 655-6003)
Readers, downstate: Sandals Sandals Sandals (70 Rehoboth Ave., No. 110, Rehoboth Beach, 226-5202)

Best Tailor

Critics, upstate: Poppiti relies on Ted Brzozka, owner of Ted’s Tailor Shop and Cleaners, with good reason. Brzozka has been a professional tailor since 1958. Since he set up in Delaware in 1972, he has specialized in men’s and women’s suits, wedding and prom gowns, coats and dresses. “Ted can make the measurements work in a certain way so that a stuffy business suit feels like a favorite pair of pajamas,” says Poppiti. “He’s very service oriented and generous to his customers.” To which Brzozka says, “I’m humbled.” (2606 Kirkwood Hwy., Wilmington, 998-0985)

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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.