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JOIN US IN LEWES
Located on Second Street in the historic Walsh Building, USA Today’s 2026 Restaurants of the Year honoree, Lewes Oyster House, honors the rich heritage of ubiquitous and democratic oyster consumption in 18th and 19th century Middle Atlantic taverns and oyster houses.
Our landmark space features an Oyster Bar, Main Bar, as well as two dining rooms — the Walsh and Tap Rooms — suited for gatherings of up to eight guests.
Lewes Oyster House is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, including Sundays! Join us daily beginning at 11:30am for leisurely lunches, icy-cold, freshly shucked oysters, Happy Hour from 3–5pm, and dinner starting at 5pm. Whether you’re joining us for lunch, happy hour, or dinner, there’s always a good reason to pull up a chair!
PULL UP A SEAT
DelawareToday’s ‘Best of Delaware’ award-winning chef Sean Corea serves up inspired tavern fare, expertly prepared with regionally-sourced ingredients along with artisanal cocktails, crisp ales & lagers, and interesting wines.
Our menus feature Mid-Atlantic comfort foods presented in unique ways. Although Lewes lacks a boardwalk, guests can find elevated boardwalk fare at Lewes Oyster House such as Old Bay & Malt Vinegar Powder Fries, Lobster Roll, and our Damn Good Burger. Other guest favorites include, LOH Seafood Towers, Rotisserie Ta Farms Chicken, and our Pan Roasted Duck Breast.
From our signature raw bar and seafood towers to seasonal specials and creative new dishes, our menus offer something for every appetite. Whether you’re craving a leisurely lunch or settling in for dinner, there’s always something delicious waiting at Lewes Oyster House.
DOWN THE HATCH
We take our libations just as seriously as our food. You’ll find a rotating lineup of German, Belgian, and Czech ales and lagers featured across our 10 taps, Czech side-pull faucet and bottles/cans list.
Our cocktail program features a variety of old and new school creations using some traditional and modern techniques – from the ice to the garnish, each cocktail is crafted to showcase the spirits how they were intended.
When it comes to our wine list, our approach is simple: a small, thoughtfully curated selection focused on classic varietals and regions, alongside new discoveries from around the world. Most importantly, we highlight wines that are well-priced, well-matched to our cuisine, and taste great!
Reservations are recommended for dinner.
No reservations for lunch. Walk-ins, only!
Happy Hour available at our main bar and oyster bar areas only.
Good food, good cocktails,
and the very best company awaits.
“To be treated well in places where you don’t expect to be treated well, to find things in common with people you thought previously you had very, very little in common with, that can’t be a bad thing.”
-Anthony Bourdain-