June 22nd, 2014
North Bethany Eats! Matt’s Fish Camp, Restaurant, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour, Carry Out, Bethany Beach, Delaware Beaches, Southern Delaware, Matt’s Fish Camp is a Supporter of Operation Seas The Day September 2nd – 7th, 2014
In the 1930’s the ritual of anglers dangling their reels over rivers, waiting for a bite, gave birth to fish camps along the Southern U.S. Fish camps have become local favorites and hidden jewels, found, at times off the beaten path; no frills establishments serving fresh catch.
With that in mind, I am sure, Matt’s Fish Camp opened its doors in 2011 in North Bethany Beach, on Coastal Highway. If you are driving south from Dewey Beach, Matt’s Fish Camp is the only eatery right on the highway, oceanside, until you arrive closer to Bethany Beach. From Rehoboth to Bethany….12 miles more or less. Tel. 302-539-2267 Website? http://www.mattsfishcamp.com.
Not really off the beaten path like the first fish camps, Matt’s Fish Camp can easily be spotten from Coastal Highway or Rt. 1. This restaurant is part of Matt Haley Companies…with several sister restaurants at the Delaware Beaches. No reservations, the restaurant opens at 11:30 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. every day. Wine and beer are served at Matt’s Fish Camp.
The community where Matt’s Fish Camp is located is called Tower Shores. It is one of the original communities right on the beach, adjacent to the State Park beaches, the Indian River Marina, and the Indian River Inlet.
The restaurant is casual, come as you are or get dressed up….really that’s how comfortable it is. You can sit at the bar by the open kitchen, or by the window. Booths are available and a large center table for large parties. Maybe even call the restaurant for carry out, because all you have to do is drive up, park and pick it up on the side. Perfect if you are spending a day at the beach.
I stopped late in the day, driving from Bethany to Rehoboth, when I got a little hungry. Something light is what I wanted.
What I did was to order a tea, a garden salad, with a side order of Lobster Salad, and….since my eyes were bigger than my hunger….I also added Lobster Deviled Eggs.
I had my own salad bar going on….a clean plate was ordered and this is what it looked like. To tell you the truth I don’t eat too many eggs. But, deviled eggs, I do like. These were traditionally made. At first I was going to order the Lobster Roll without the roll when Reed, my server, pointed out that I could have an add on, which was just a Lobster Salad. The garden salad was also traditionally made, and very fresh.
Just a perfect lunch at the beach!!
Matt’s Fish Camp is a supporter of Operation Seas The Day. This is an annual warrior family beach week event held in Bethany Beach the week of September 2nd to the 7th for our Veterans who are recovering from injuries sustained while serving our country, and their immediate families. A week of rest and relaxation.
The families will be staying in homes donated by local homeowners. Plans underway for organized events, including a kickoff welcome reception, a beach bonfire/cookout, a concert at Freeman State, and a farewell brunch.
Additionally, Bethany Beach businesses and area residents have offered a “menu” of options and activities available, free of charge, throughout this week.
If you would like to learn more, please visit http://www.operationseastheday.org
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