Exploring Some of Our Favorite Spots in the "Quiet Resort" of Bethany Beach

We're blessed here in the southern reaches of Delaware with 26 miles of coastline on the mighty Atlantic Ocean, along with more on the Delaware Bay, three inland bays and scores of other waterways.

That's one of the realities of living on a peninsula - there's plenty of water to be found.

But along the Delaware and Maryland coastline are also several beach communities, each with its own unique personality.

There's Lewes with its historic charm, Rehoboth Beach with its family-fun atmosphere, Dewey Beach with its bars and nightclubs and, of course, Ocean City with its towering condos and non-stop action during the warm weather season.

But then there are also the so-called "quiet resorts" of Bethany Beach and Fenwick Island, where daily life seems to move just a tad slower than in Rehoboth and Ocean City.

And the residents like it that way.

So in our continuing series of features highlighting the region's coastal beach communities, today we shine the spotlight on fabulous Bethany Beach. Included in our profile are some of our favorite places in Bethany, as well as plenty of information on this southern Delaware resort town.

We want to start our feature on Bethany Beach by highlighting a few of the spots that we enjoy on a regular basis. There are certainly plenty of great places in this resort community to see and enjoy, but if you're new to the area, these will give you a good starting point for exploring the town.

We begin with Oldfather Group Marketing Director Kim Grim, who loves the Cottage Cafe Restaurant & Pub.

Located at 33034 Coastal Highway (Route 1), this popular eatery is another great example of the region's locally owned and operated restaurants, which has led to the "culinary coast" moniker that's been so talked about in recent years.

Opened in 1993, the Cottage Cafe features fresh seafood every day, as well as Happy Hour and many other specials. You can eat either inside or outside, and partake in house delicacies such as Dune Fries, Crab Pizza, a Crabby Burger or a Lobster Imperial Burger.

Give the Cottage Cafe a ring today at 302-539-8710 to learn more.

We're going to remain in the food arena for Listing Director Grace Nelson's favorite spot in Bethany Beach, which is the Turtle Beach Cafe on the Boardwalk.

Featuring fabulous views in the heart of Bethany Beach, this summertime favorite is known for its selection of great local food, including a crab cake sandwich that's rumored to be one of the best in the area.

But we recommend the acai bowls for breakfast, which is a unique item you won't find just anywhere in Delaware. If you don't know what that is, don't feel bad. We didn't either until we actually tried one.

An acai bowl looks like ice cream, but is basically a real thick smoothie that's been topped with oatmeal, fruit or peanut butter, and that you eat with a spoon.

Grab one and enjoy, as one reviewer on-line called it, the "inexpensive breakfast with the million dollar view."

For more information on the Turtle Beach Cafe, give them a ring at 302-616-1036.

If you can't tell, we love our local eateries here at the Oldfather Group. And the boss himself, Dustin Oldfather, is no exception, as he chimes in with his favorite Bethany Beach spot - the fabulous Bluecoast Seafood Grill and Raw Bar.

Located on the Salt Pond in North Bethany Beach, at 30904 Coastal Highway, Bluecoast has received rave reviews for its wide range of fresh, delicious, local seafood options. The restaurant sits in an incomparable natural setting and boasts the colors, flavors and warmth of East Coast cuisine, complemented by big-city quality, service and value. 

Prepare for a unique dinnertime experience on the water when you visit this spectacular locally owned eatery in Delaware's south coastal region.

For more information, visit their website or call 302-539-7111.

For a local Bethany Beach destination that isn't about satisfying your taste buds, we turn to Oldfather Group Director of Creative Content Jordan Gibson, who loves to frequent Bethany Beach Comics and Gaming on Garfield Parkway.

A great comic book shop with a wonderfully diverse selection of comic books, action figures and games, this store is a favorite with younger visitors to the beach. 

The store is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., and is located at 101 Garfield Pkwy in downtown Bethany Beach.

Call 302-539-0210 for more information.

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