25 Essential Dover Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Dover.
Cool Springs Fish Bar & Restaurant
Delaware
Modern seafood eatery with an open, exhibition-style kitchen, plus a full bar.
Tomeka's HomeStyle Eatery
Delaware
an everyday essential table known for disciplined american restaurant cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 84.8.
Jack’s on Main
Delaware
an everyday essential favorite for readers tracking Dover's most persuasive restaurant rooms, anchored by a Beam Score of 84.6.
Wayback Burgers
Dover, Delaware
Made-to-order burgers & milkshakes fill out the menu at this quick-serve chain with retro decor.
Chaiyo Sushi & Thai
Dover, Delaware
Extensive menu with traditional & specialty rolls & hot dishes in a playful interior with sushi bar.
Pizza Empire - Henderson
Dover, Delaware
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Select Pizza l Grill
Dover, Delaware
Regional, family-friendly chain with a big menu of pizza, pasta, wings & sandwiches.
Dover Hollywood Diner
Dover, Delaware
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Great dessert, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Roma Italian Restaurant
Dover, Delaware
Long-standing spot for classic Italian food, served in a spacious setting with banquet facilities.
Angelo's Pizza
Dover, Delaware
Classic pizzas, hot subs & pastas doled out in a humble nook with take-out & delivery options.
Main Street Market
Dover, Delaware
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout. Accessibility. Amenities. Planning: Quick visit. Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards.
Bul Jang BBQ
Dover, Delaware
Identifies as Asian-owned, Identifies as veteran-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services.
Romano's Restaurant
Dover, Delaware
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Arby's
Dover, Delaware
Fast-food chain, known for its roast beef, serving up hot & cold sandwiches, fries & shakes.
Bubbakoo's Burritos
Dover, Delaware
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility. Offerings.
Magnolia Restaurant
Dover, Delaware
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Great dessert, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch.
Piazza Mia Italian Bar & Grill
Dover, Delaware
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great wine list.
Flavor of India
Dover, Delaware
Informal Indian eatery offering an array of familiar meat, fish & veggie dishes in a simple setting.
Vincenzo's Italian Restaurant & Gelato
Dover, Delaware
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Great dessert.
Diego’s pizza
Dover, Delaware
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
El Azteca
Dover, Delaware
Colorful cantina offering familiar Mexican cuisine such as fajitas & burritos, plus a full bar.
Select Pizza | Grill
Dover, Delaware
Regional, family-friendly chain with a big menu of pizza, pasta, wings & sandwiches.
Wawa
Dover, Delaware
Convenience store chain known for sandwiches & coffee. Many offer fuel & are open 24/7.
The Countrie Eatery
Dover, Delaware
Old-fashioned, casual restaurant specializing in breakfast classics & decorated with a farm theme.
Jersey Mike's Subs
Dover, Delaware
New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.