Henlopen City Oyster House

This was our first time here and three of us had an enjoyable luncheon. Service was excellent and it is a comfortable setting. Furthermore, prices are reasonable and it has a large menu. The oyster stew was very good and my po Boy was excellent. The mahi mahi accompanying the salad was very good as well. I am giving this restaurant a 4 rather than a 5 because the salads were bland. They need more vegetables and more exciting salad dressing. It would have been great if bread was also served.

I’m sure it’s been mentioned in other reviews, but there are no reservations here. We saw all the hype and decided to give it a try, not realizing the wait would be about an hour to an hour and a half. We figured if it’s that busy, it must be worth it, so we walked around the boardwalk until our table was ready. The service was great and our waitress was very nice. We started with oysters and calamari. The calamari literally melted in my mouth, hands down the best I’ve ever had. The oysters were fine, but honestly not worth the hype. My fiancée had the shrimp po’boy with fries, she thought the sandwich was alright and the fries were way too salty. I had the crab cakes, which were really good. The place is definitely on the pricier side, but it seems like they use fresh, local ingredients

Henlopen City Oyster House: A Coastal Gem Worth Craving From the moment we sat down, everything just clicked — prompt service, warm atmosphere, and a menu that knew exactly what it was doing. We shared seared scallops, creamy clam chowder, two rounds of ultra-fresh oysters, and the standout: lobster mac and cheese, rich and indulgent in all the right ways. Every dish felt thoughtful, fresh, and full of flavor. Prices were reasonable for the quality, and the experience left us already planning our return in the off-season. This place is more than a dinner spot — it’s one you’ll keep thinking about long after the last bite.

Lovely place! Great waitress Renah, different vibe off season, amazing cocktails and great seafood. Clams, oysters and calamari. Yum!! Totally charming drop in, late afternoon, we're sure to sneak back soon.

Wonderful place to start off the New Year! I enjoyed plump oysters from the raw bar, oysters Rockefeller, and my guest enjoyed clam chowder! Atmosphere was great, easy to talk! Eric was great in his service and so friendly! Great beer selection and full bar!