January 23rd, 2015

Rehoboth Beach Eats! Semra’s, Restaurant, Mediterranean Cuisine, Belly Dancing & Dining, Downtown Rehoboth Beach, Delaware Beaches, Kofte, Turkish Musakka….My mouth waters!!

“”Winter is a season of recovery and preparation.”  paul theroux

I think about this quote as I walked the award-winning Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk, with my friend, Gail.  Winter is a season of recovery for the beaches.  A time to sit back and relax.  With Spring and Summer just a few months away, not only does the town take a serene look, but the residents do so, as well.

Even though Gail and I were commenting how quiet it was on the Boardwalk, we agreed that listening to the sound of the waves was pretty awesome and….we are lucky to live here.

We decided to have lunch at Semra’s, located at 19 Rehoboth Avenue.  As quiet as it looked on the Boardwalk, the Avenue was as crowded as it usually gets during winter.  Semra’s only closes on Wednesdays.  The rest of the week they are open.  Tel. 302-226-4976.  Website?  http://www.semras.com.  For the last minute events and dining specials you can visit them on Facebook.

Today, Friday, is Falafel Fridays.  Falafel are fritters; balls or patties made, usually, with ground chickpeas, but also fava beans can be used, as well.  Yum!

On Mondays their Musakka entree is only $10.95.  And, on Tuesdays their Kabobs are 30% off.

I told Gail to order their Turkish Musakka.  It is different from the traditional Greek one.  It is not layered.  Instead, it is prepared with aubergines, green peppers, tomatoes, and onions.  Served with a well seasoned pilaf…pita bread.  The side dish is cacik which is a strained yogurt served cold.

I decided to have Kofte.  These are beef and lamb patties seasoned with Turkish herbs and spices, served with pilaf and cacik (yogurt sauce), and a cold bean salad.

Semra’s makes everything from scratch.  Their dishes are full of flavor and exotic spices.  Our dishes were light…..yes, they were!!  And, the tea warmed us up on a damp winter day in Rehoboth Beach.

Once a month Semra’s has a dinner and belly dancing show.  What started just to see if it would work out, now is a much waited event.  Next one will be on February 28th!!  They tell me the place turns itself into a big party with lots of customers participating and enjoying the fun.  You can call them to 302-226-4976 for a reservation.

Note:  Prices are good, with personal service!!  They do have a liquor license.  Carry-out available.  You will love it!