June 16th, 2010
Hobos Restaurant & Bar, Review, Rehoboth Beach, Delaware Beaches
“Hobos is described as Eco-Global. It celebrates the subtle simplicity of street food from around the world.”
It definitely had cooled down at the Delaware Beaches. The breeze was just great and I felt like going out to dinner. My son called and asked me if I still cooked since I was always going out to dinner. How else am I going to let you know how our restaurants are doing at the beaches? Tomorrow, yes, manana, I am staying home.
But on Tuesday evening, it was time to go and visit Hobos. This restaurant is located at 56 Baltimore Avenue, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971. Tel. 302-226-2226. E-mail is info@myhobos.com. Hobos is on Facebook. The owner and Chef is Gretchen Hanson.
Hobos brings pleasant memories for me. Last year, around this time, Gretchen had opened her restaurant. It was there that I came up with the idea of writing this type of blog. As she explained to me her concept and ideas; where she was coming from and I was asking about gluten free dishes; back and forth with the conversation; I decided to write about the beaches.
So as I approached the restaurant, it definitely looked good. The flowers were in full bloom, the tiny lights and the al fresco dining, just complemented the type of night, here at the beaches. This is what we, residents, locals, and natives, live for at the beach. The casualness of living along the coast.
Hobos was comfortably crowded. In their al fresco dining there are plenty of tables. Tonight we were all so lucky because across the street, at Aqua Grill, Holly Lane was performing so the music was great, adding already to a very nice evening.
It was so nice to see Dawn again. She works at Hobos and took care of us. Always making the right suggestions regarding what to order. Gretchen came to the table and proceeded to mark the gluten free items on the menu, which to tell you the truth, almost all of them were. I could hear other people asking the same thing so, other customers were eating gluten free last night.
Hobos is able to accommodate vegetarians, vegans, celiac (gluten free), and people with other food allergies. It is great to see how a lot of the restaurants in our area are being so sensitive to their patrons with food allergies.
Hobos has a wide a variety of dishes in its menu. Gretchen’s cooking is full of flavor and spice. She is not afraid of a little bit of heat here or there. It gives her dishes just the right kick.
I was checking the restaurant. It has really come into its own and has become very popular. I have to give Gretchen credit because I was watching her interact with her customers, including us. She made sure she went to every table and just stayed long enough to make friendly chat; to make sure we were all happy with our orders, always with a smile on her face.
The indoor dining area is very cozy. Hobos’ decorations have a Mediterranean style. There is a full bar, as well.
We started with a Crab Artichoke and Brie Dip. The mixture of the 3 flavors was a great combination. The crostini, well, of course they were that good because they were fried!!
Crab Artichoke and Brie Dip
Then came the Seaweed Salad with Cucumbers. Refreshing, a little spicy and I loved it!!
One main entree was the Chile Glazed Halibut with Avocado Tomatillo Salsa. The halibut was perfectly cooked and the glaze and salsa also gave this dish a litle kick. It came with mashed potatoes which were very good, as well. Then I took a bite of the thinly sliced yellow and green zucchini. It was so fresh and it tasted like butter. Well, that is when Gretchen said that the squash was zephyr zucchini.
Chile Glazed Halibut with Avocado Tomatillo Salsa
Zephyr zucchini is a hybrid summer squash. It has great flavor and texture; buttery and nutty. It’s color is buttercup yellow and light green ends. Hobos’ zucchini was organic.
The other dish ordered was Scallops with Red Curry and Asparagus. This was a large entree and it was just as delicious. Again the little heat played a game with your tastebuds.
Scallops with Red Curry and Asparagus
Check the website for their menu and to see upcoming events. Gretchen keeps Hobos busy.
Unfortunately, we did not have dessert. The freshly brewed coffee was very good with a great flavor.
Baltimore Street, where Hobos is located is a street lined with trees and if you decide to dine here, I think you are really going to enjoy it.
Talk to you later…you know I will….
Note: Remember that Hobos is a dog friendly restaurant for well behaved dogs.
Tags: Delaware Beaches, Food Allergy awareness, Gluten free awareness, Hobos Restaurant & Bar, rehoboth beach, Restaurant, Restaurants, review, Reviews, Things to do at the beach, What to do at the beaches
What an absolutely beautiful President’s Day weekend…UNTIL……..
Screaming publicly at staff.. .being rude to customers…
Over priced slop that she believes to be so healthy and and FRESH, and supposedly tastes great! Pleeeeese. Not to mention, if it isn’t a bonafide “service animal”, I DO NOT wish to eat where animals roam…it’s bad enough that she is roaming around annoying everyone with that intolerable voice! Should have gone to a steakhouse!
Ahhh…she? The demonic and manipulative Gretchen, Wicked Witch from the West! I’ve known Gretchen for quite sometime. Uncaring about everything, well, except herself. Desperately in need of anger management…in great need of developing her severely lacking and intolerable interpersonal skills. Being inhuman…she has absolutely no clue how to speak to humans. Gretchen completely exist in the delusional grandiosity of her “realm” and of her self-importance. Has a serious problem with maintaining a substantial or lengthy relationship with anyone, but especially men, unless of course they are gay. Rehoboth will tire of her as she wears-out her welcome…as she ALWAYS does. Though Gretchen fools many unsuspecting “innocents”, she doesn’t fool everybody. Gretchen’s ugliness has always surfaced.
That an evil person presents a facade of beauty is very well known. As Shakespeare’s Hamlet said, “The devil hath power to assume a pleasing shape.”
I don’t even know what to say. I guess I don’t have to.
Indeed what a sad day for our magical, wonderful little beach community. Hobo’s is like a “black-eye” on the beautiful face of my beloved Rehoboth Beach. As I mentioned…I’ve known of her even from the previous business she, and her ego and false sense of superiority, drove into the ground and into bankruptcy. There are MANY negative reviews concerning her on many review sites. I am a native of Rehoboth…born and raised here at the beach. This is one “bear” that won’t be intimidated or berated, or fooled by her self-proclaimed executive chef status. It wouldn’t matter if she were serving mud pies and snot…If she knew how to treat people with respect.
Like I said on the Wellness post; an evening is not only the food, but the way you are treated. I like to try different foods and that is why I first went to Hobos; when it has just opened. I guess time will tell, don’t you think?
P.S. Thanks for your comments to the blog. I really do appreciate them.
I love to try new and unique food and places also. I will NEVER return to Hobo’s nor will I suggest this pit to anyone. I am well connected and have MANY friends and acquaintances that could fill that place 7-days a week! But not now. I think time is already “telling”….don’t just take my sentiments…take a look at the reviews of others on the various sites, pertaining to this and the previous business. Rehoboth does well without these “types”.
When I started this blog I decided that when going to a restaurant I should not read any reviews; you know make my own opinions. One time someone asked me what were my qualification. I mentioned at the time that I did not have any qualifications but that I did know what food I liked and most of all I knew how I liked to be treated. I guess it does apply in this case. I hope people do read your comments and make their own decisions.
I LOVE your blog! To this you were “called”… therefore, you then became “qualified”! Simply as a consumer you qualify. Forming your own opinion is an excellent policy to exercise. It keeps you fair, and also true to yourself. I generally lean very liberally open toward all things. Especially the “new kid”, “the underdog”, etc. I approach all things pure and untainted by the opinion of others, be it good or bad. I have traveled the world extensively. In doing so, I have had the pleasure of experiencing many different and unique cultures, styles, tastes…and of course a vast array of multiple personalities. NEVER have I ever experienced such behavior, attitude, rudeness, sense of self-importance, or such “multiple personalities” within one being! No matter your “station” in life…from the most lowly to the most privileged…everyone deserves to be treated with kindness, dignity and respect. In my many years on this earth I have discovered it to be very “telling” of one’s true character, and self-respect, in how they others.
Humility and grace and love are quite a divine gifts to possess…however, worthless…totally void and useless if not exercised and displayed from the heart with true and honest sincerity.
You can never go wrong treating people with kindness, dignity and respect…
In my many years on this earth I have discovered it to be very “telling” of one’s true character, and self-respect, in how they TREAT others….
The 6 Pillars of Character are: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship…what can I say.. Thanks for your comments. Some times we have to pick our own fights. Believe me, some are not worth it.
Indeed. Keep your wonderful reviews coming. I look forward to them and find them very informative. BTW, after such a disturbing experience…I felt i deserved a treat from the TREMENDOUSLY FABULOUS
Cake Break….:-)
That’s right!! Haha. Instant gratification. Almost as good as retail therapy. See you around and again, thanks for all your comments.