Fish On!

My husband and I (who are regular visitors to Lewes from Philadelphia) were delighted to try Fish On for dinner around 6 pm on May 16. He ordered salmon and I ordered a crab cake. He was not impressed with the salmon. We often make better salmon at home. But the crab cake was actually inedible. Most of it was some mixture of breadcrumbs and egg, which was tasteless. What small amount of meat there was, stank like rancid seafood. After two bites I really couldn't manage any more. We paid our bill, which was over $80 (sans tip, which we nevertheless added, since it wasn't the server's fault) and left for Kindle, where we had a fine meal. Beware. Apparently Fish On serves sea food that is not fresh. If you want to go there, ask your server what's fresh that evening.

As new residents, we're on a mission to find all the great restaurants to share with visiting friends and family. Fish On is *fantastic*. Every aspect of this experience was far beyond expectations. We arrived a bit early, so the hostess encouraged us to have a drink at the bar - and the bartender made an excellent southern comfort old fashioned! This never happens. (Hint: Wisconsin people think you should put Squirt in. I know, right?) It was just a minute's wait when our table was ready and Olivia greeted us. Funny, smart and extremely informed - she guided me quickly through what was safe for Celiac. Yes, please - maple glazed salmon. It was incredible . We split the crab dip as an appetizer, and Olivia swapped out the chips for carrot and celery sticks when she noticed the chips were made in the same fryer as other foods. Great save! Everywhere you look here, people are genuinely enjoying their meal and the experience. Great service, great kitchen! Leaving, we stopped for a minute at the lovely patio with firepit. Really charming and welcoming! We're recommending Fish On to everyone and we will be back often.

Worst welcome we have had for a long time. I had reservations, we were sat at a table, water glasses, menus were given. Hostess comes over to ask if we could move. There were 3 empty tables around us, she said our table had been reserved. We moved and watched the former table, and only one of the 3 had people the entire time we were there. If she had explained there were staffing issues, it would have been more understandable. Never was there a thank you. We will not be returning to Fish On.