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Back Porch Cafe

59 Rehoboth Ave, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971-2119
302-227-3674
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Ranked #20 of 177 restaurants in Rehoboth Beach
Cuisines: American
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, Late Night
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Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, Late Night
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Lancaster, Pennsylvania
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20 reviews 20 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 12, 2012

a bit pricey. The Back Porch Cafe definitely is one of the best restaurants in Rehoboth Beach. The ambiance is a mix of tiki-like structure and a bright dining room. My spouse and I ate there this fall and had a fine meal. The service was excellent throughout the meal, and all of the servers seemed well trained, a fair... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed October 18, 2012 via mobile

The visit began horribly. My wife and I arrived at the restaurant at 7:57pm, our reservation was 8pm. We were greeted by the owner who stated, "We don't accept 8:00 reservations". I explained to him that I find it very unprofessional that the person who set the reservation did not inform me of such a policy. The owner then rolled... More

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Washington, DC
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 15, 2012

This place was recommended by hotel staff. Could be easily be missed because it is literally accessed down a narrow walkway that leads back and behind street fronting building. Sunday morning brunch/lunch was packed, but had a reservation and my table was waiting! Food great, waiters friendly and accommodating. I will definately go back!

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Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States
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16 reviews 16 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 11, 2012

Everything was unique and delicious. Nice wine selection, but they were out of the advertised wine special. Crab ravioli appetizer was very good, would go back just for that.

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Cockeysville, Maryland
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31 reviews 31 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 23, 2012

Expertly prepared organic produce, eating all of the colors of the rainbow plus excellent hazelnut creme brulee for desert. I will definitely recommend this place to my friends. If there is only one restaurant that you have a chance to eat in for lunch, go here! Friendly staff who know the menu.

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Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
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71 reviews 71 reviews
47 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 22, 2012

The service is always great and the atmosphere is wonderful prefect. The food was outstanding. Our server Amy was spot on great. Thanks

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Laurel
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 20, 2012

All four of us opted for the 3 course fixed price menu and we all loved every course. I had sweetbreads for the first time and fell in love. My boyfriend had octopus appetizer and it was by far the best prepared octopus I've had. Our waitress was very attentive and helpful with choosing our meals. My boyfriend also go... More

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Ann Arbor, Michigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 20, 2012

We three friends on a beach vacation wanted an evening of fine food and relaxation. The Back Porch Cafe provided a cozy atmosphere conducive to conversation. We were looking for exceptional food with imagination. One of our group is vegetarian and was delighted with the eggplant/mushroom entree and the cucumber vodka/melon martini. The salmon entree was a hit with the... More

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Washington, DC
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64 reviews 64 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 42 cities Reviews in 42 cities
87 helpful votes 87 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 6, 2012

Back Porch Cafe is Rehoboth's oldest fine dining establishment, and it hasn't slipped a bit over the years. The chef's creative touch ensures that each dish bursts with a combination of flavors you may never have thought of, but are wonderful together. The atmosphere is, as promised, like eating on a back porch, whether you are in the main dining... More

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new jersey
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46 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 43 cities Reviews in 43 cities
76 helpful votes 76 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 6, 2012

We dined here on Sunday as we thought it was going to be wonderful. First of all, it offers no parking and where it is located is a disaster to try and park and cope with the meters. The atmosphere is ok, nothing special. The food is average. Appetizers for the price are very small and the menu is very... More

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