The Federal Bistro & Federal Fritter, is located just a short block from the famed Rehoboth Beach boardwalk. The demure restaurant hosts two concepts. The Federal is a fine-dining, beach casual bistro. Federal Fritter features a variety of crisp, poppable & snackable fritters, while the bistro menu is a revolving regional, seasonal ode to the Mid-Atlantic, the menu changes weekly. The inspiration for Federal Fritter is Chef Gray’s classic risotto fritter, an Equinox Restaurant favorite for over 23 years.
Based on 86 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.7 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup
Address:
62A Rehoboth Ave, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
Phone: (302) 727-5609
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Hours
| Saturday | 5–9 PM |
| Sunday | 5–9 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday | 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 5–9 PM |
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Reservations: federalfritter.comopentable.com
Reviews
Retha Arrabal
Sorry I don’t have photos! GREAT STAFF food was good, but entrees did not come out at the same time. Nice wine selection, small venue but it worked. Also nice to have a date night. Thank you LAUREN for great service!
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Laura Locantore
After just about a year of searching for that special restaurant, we finally found it. The Federal has outstanding service and food with a wonderful and friendly atmosphere. Our server Carmel and bartender Ellen were the best! The owner was also very attentive to our table. He took the time to open and pour our bottle of Prosecco and even to refill our glasses! I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an excellent dining experience!
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Stacy Litchford
Fritters are the best here! The other menu items are good – but fritters!! I got corn, artichoke and apple Fritters with caramel sauce. All were good but the apple are melt in your mouth, light and fluffy and with the caramel sauce are beyond amazing. We also had the short ribs with bok choy and carrots in a balsamic glaze and the apple ginger cake a la mode. The cake definitely needs the ice cream (or actually they should offer the caramel sauce as a topper) because it’s kinda dry otherwise. All in all a good meal. Definitely get those Fritters. Pro tip – if you order to go check for all of your dipping sauces. We didn’t get the other two savory ones to try but didn’t want to drive back for those.
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Meg A. Watt
Delicious and delightful! From the moment you walk through the door until you sleepily leave, full and satisfied, you will be glad you came. The ambiance is cozy, friendly and inviting. The food is absolutely decadent. Get 12 fritters. Order the soup. Get the cake. If you’re thinking maybe, the answer is yes! I’m STILL thinking about the impeccable service, heavenly coconut lime mojito and legendary Mac and cheese! 10⭐
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Sarah Blum
Two experiences at Federal Fritters, and two highly enjoyable and memorable meals. The tasting menus were easily made vegetarian (and they could have been vegan), and the changes were thoughtful and delicious. The food is very well-crafted as are the drinks, and each course was distinct and packed with delightful flavors and textures. The fritters are insane; you really can’t pick a bad one. The atmosphere is cozy and low-key, especially considering the quality of the food you are served. The waitstaff and owners crack jokes and you see a lot of front and back of the house interaction, all positive and supportive of each other. We loved the food, and they seemed genuinely happy about that. We try to go back every time we’re in town; it’s the most anticipated stop in a town awash with excellent food.
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Ibrahim Alkhalaf
Do yourself a favor and visit this lovely restaurant right on the Rehoboth beach boardwalk. The service and food are unmatched. The owner Todd Gray and staff truly care about your experience. The food is absolutely amazing – everything we tasted melted in our mouths. Absolutely the best meal we had while in Delaware. Highly recommend!
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Ted Houser
With complete control of the kitchen and the guest experience, the owners of Federal Fritter & Bistro deliver an intimate culinary adventure that is sure to delight all foodies and anyone looking for a memorable night out. 10/10 recommend.
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Liezell Bradshaw
Oh my gosh, what a surprise and hidden gem! I highly suggest grabbing a meal at this place when in Rehoboth – the food is divine and the unique drinks as well! Love the gnocchi! Next time I might ask for some cheese on the strawberry and frisée salad. Do yourself a favor and try this place! The service was fantastic (we sat at the bar and the bar tender Garrett was amazing!) We loved how involved the owners were with the staff.
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Isaac Lee
It was really good! The fritters were really good. The portion they give is not overwhelming. The scallops were cooked perfectly and it tastes really good with the beets sauce.
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Mary Clark
Three of us came to dinner lastnight. I had been previously and so enjoyed the food. Lastnight I had the skirt steak – the black garlic aioli was amazing as a part of this dish. The meat was perfect. My son had the rigatoni bolognese – light and with great flavor. And my father had the stir fry – again really good flavor. The staff are cheerful and helpful. Will absolutely go again – an excellent restaurant find in Rehoboth.
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