1717

1717 Delaware Ave, Wilmington, DE 19806 302-655-5080

Description: 1717 is a cozy romantic hide-away on Delaware Avenue just up from the Trolley Square action. It is the best place to have a martini and enjoy a friendly local crowd. Exposed brick and candlelight make it a nice date spot. The place gets busy on Friday and Saturday and the small 10-person bar area can get pretty packed. Menu tends to French-Asian with chef/owner-inspired dishes. Appetizers and full menu available. Bar seating is in the front; make your way to tables in the back.
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Blue Parrot Bar & Grille

1934 W 6th St, On the corner of 6th & Union, Wilmington, DE 19805 302-655-8990

Description: LITTLE ITALY. The Big Easy found a little corner of its own in Little Italy with the Blue Parrot. The mural-painted building depicting a French Quarter scene hosts a party scene of its own. The Parrot offers Creole crawfish, po'boys and New Orleans fare, a "Voodoo Bar" and the best of rockabilly and blues. Live bands play Tuesday - Saturday and at Sunday brunch. It's Mardi Gras every week. On the Bar Loop, some "loopsters" start and stay here. Check website for band schedule, special drink menus, photos and events.
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C.R. Hooligans Sports Bar & Restaurant

1616 Delaware Ave, Wilmington, DE 19806 302-652-2255

Description: TROLLEY SQUARE. Wilmington's sports bar in Trolley Square features 23 HD-TVs so everyone can view the game. Everything is UD blue and gold and laminated tables are decorated with sports headlines and logos. Besides the sports, it is all about the 10-ounce Hooligan burger! The burger topping tray comes out on its own serve-yourself platter. Wednesday Sports Trivia Night awards prizes to the winners. DJs and dancing Friday-Saturday starting at 10pm. Fridays are '80s music night. C.R.'s shares a website with sister pub Catherine Rooney's next door. Check online for latest events and specials.
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Catherine Rooney's Irish Pub and Restaurant

1616 Delaware Ave, Wilmington, DE 19806 302-654-9700

Description: TROLLEY SQUARE. Catherine Rooney's Irish Pub and Restaurant is a neighborhood establishment in the heart of the Trolley Square. Daytime it attracts the business lunch crowd and serves traditional Irish and American fare. With decor of brick walls, Irish flags and all things soccer and rugby, it is a great place to soak up some Irish heritage along with a Guinness. During happy hour, the pub gets busy 4-7pm, and drink specials are offered 5pm to close. Young professionals keep the energy high. DJs and Karaoke nights are weeknights, live Irish bands Saturday nights after 9pm keep the crowds dancing. Catherine's sports bar cousin, C.R. Hooligans, is next door; both are Trolley Square favorites.
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Cromwell's Tavern

3858 Kennett Pike, Greenville, DE 19807 302-571-0561

Description: GREENVILLE. Cozy and comfortable, Cromwell's Tavern is the bar and grille that feels like home. Some very old Delaware family names hang out here in the heart of Greenville ­ notice the high number of low number black tags in the parking lot. Independently owned and operated, Cromwell's and their friendly staff are happy to greet you. A menu based on fresh ingredients and local favorite fare features crab cakes, burgers, beef and Guinness stew and homemade comfort desserts. The bar area is busy, with sports on the HDTVs. Twin Lakes Brewery sponsors a live music series on Thursdays. See the website for schedule and drink specials.
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CW Harborside

110 S West St, Wilmington, DE 19801 302-658-6626

Description: RIVERFRONT. The name may have changed, but this patio remains a popular place for drinks and entertainment on the Riverfront. CW Harborside offers tapas, raw bar or full menu. A 50-seat bar has plenty of room for groups and gatherings. Live music is scheduled Thursdays and Saturdays, and DJs play Fridays. Canopies, dramatic lighting and all new furniture create a "Miami" feel. The comfortable setting with views of the water has plenty of room to gather, dance or relax. Some events may have a cover charge.
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Dead Presidents Pub and Restaurant

618 N Union St, Wilmington, DE 19805 302-652-7737

Description: LITTLE ITALY. Dead Presidents is alive and well as the best hangout bar for friends and regulars. Bartenders know the crowd and what they drink, too! Introduce yourself and find a seat. The decor is "dead presidents" with pictures of same everywhere. The menu is known as one of the best for pub fare ­ the Chicken Nixon sandwich and Irish Nachos are nominated favorites. Nightly drink specials always.
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Deer Park Tavern

108 W Main St, Newark, DE 19711 302-369-9414

Description: NEWARK. The cornerstone of the Newark Main Street and the University of Delaware party scene, Deer Park Tavern is a favorite spot to celebrate a 21st birthday! The college crowd is big here, but a mixed group comes for the burgers, brew and live music. "Thursday Night Mug Night" kicks off the weekend at UD. Live music plays upstairs. Check the website for bands, drink specials and latest details.
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Del Rose Cafe

1707 Delaware Ave, Wilmington, DE 19806 302- 656-3015

Description: TROLLEY SQUARE. Friendly Italian restaurant and neighborhood bar with outdoor patio and live acoustic music with no cover charge. Loyal regulars come for the friendly service, relaxed Italian menu and good value ­ the chopped anti- pasta salad is recommended. On Delaware Ave, Del Rose gets overflow from Kelley's on busy nights. See MySpace page for latest events and drink specials.
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Kelly's Logan House

1701 Delaware Ave, Wilmington, DE 19806 302-655-6426

Description: TROLLEY SQUARE. St. Patrick's Day headquarters, neighborhood pub, and live music venue ­ Kelly's Logan House is the traditional corner tavern and gathering place for neighbors and friends in Trolley Square. Kelly's menu offers burgers (veggie, bison or Kobe), pub fare (the nachos are famous), and a full seasonal menu. With a mixed crowd of young professionals and UD grads, Kelly's is often the first place a local will tell you to go for happy hour and live music. The outdoor patio is the place to people watch. When it comes to entertainment, Kelly's has it all: The first floor features acoustic music Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with DJs and dancing on weekends; the second floor rocks the house Fridays and Saturdays with live bands on stage. See website for drink specials, band schedule and special events.
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Kid Shelleen's Charcoal House and Saloon

14th & Scott Sts, Wilmington, DE 19806 302-658-4600

Description: TROLLEY SQUARE. Kid's is a great restaurant anytime, but after hours, they push the tables back and the dancing begins. Live entertainment on Wednesdays and Fridays; on Thursdays, a DJ spins 80's dance music for ladies' nights and the place is packed with a 30s+ crowd. The big four-sided bar provides plenty of room for seating, but there is standing room and tables for more.
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LUX Lounge

524 S Walnut St, Willmington, DE 19801 302-777-1201

Description: LUX ­ a café-lounge-club ­ is awash in a kaleidoscope of colors from the entry to the back-lit bar to the plush seating. In a warehouse-style space, sound and lighting are integrated for a multi-dimensional ultra-upscale dance club experience. Special martini menu and appetizers ­ shrimp cocktail and chicken quesidillas are favorites! Popular DJs spin ambient music through happy hour and build the tempo and energy with remix to Latin. A wall-size movie screen projects movies, slideshows and special effects. Events include comedy nights, hip hop and group parties. This is a popular place to celebrate a special birthday!
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Mojo Thirteen

1706 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809 302-798-5798

Description: Mojo Thirteen is all about the music! With its tagline, "Live original music - Alcohol - Strange people," Mojo Thirteen is Wilmington's music venue for alternative music and audiences. Live performances are scheduled nightly, with open-mic Mondays. Mojo Thirteen burst onto the live music scene as a venue for original music of all types by area and regional bands. Rock? Punk? Psychobilly, acoustic, blues? Yes to all and more! Who's here? Depends on who is playing. Anyone over 21. Some shows require tickets, available for purchase at the bar. Shows tend to start about 8:30pm.
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Washington Street Ale House

1206 Washington St, Wilmington, DE 19801 302-658-2537

Description: Purveyor of hand-crafted beers from throughout Delaware and the region, Washington Street Ale House offers a casual, comfortable dining experience with more than 24 micro-brews on tap. Housed in a renovated historic Wilmington building with exposed brick and lots of charm, it attracts families and friends who come for the fresh, homemade appetizers, salads, grilled entrees and handmade desserts. The Kobe and Black Angus burgers menu offers many tempting choices. Here is a unique setting to literally "sample" flavors of the local scene.
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