Jessop's Tavern

M C

We went later at night on a Saturday.. Greeted when we walked in, we were informed we needed to order everything we wanted all at once because the kitchen shuts down in a hour. (The entire restaurant and bar closes at 11, it was 8:57, kitchen closes at 10, we were out practically a couple minutes after the “kitchen” closed) Bar area was full and entertaining, seemed like all regulars, we sat at a table. Waitress was nice but felt rushed still. There was three separate menus: specials, reg menu, and drink. Wide range of food to order from, a lot of “comfort foods”. Tables are close together, wouldn’t recommend taking a infant or baby here, personal opinion, because of the tight seating and small atmosphere. Floors were semi dirty, straw wrappers around and such like it wasn’t swept recently(see in pictures, zoom in on floor. I understand if your busy but it only takes a minute and saw about five to six employees leave during the time we were there, so staffing wasn’t an issue) Food was excellent though, left full that’s for sure. I tried getting a picture of the outside but it was completely dark like the place was already closed for the night, no lights or anything. Parking is kinda tight in the area. On street parking only, not parking lot. If you have the time, explore the town a little. Great history in the area!

Dennis Bagwell

Every bit as good as advertised. Hands down the best food and service I had on my vacation. Great atmosphere and decor. Nestled walking distance from the beautiful Delaware River, in old Town New Castle, Jessop's Tavern is well worth the stop. I'd give the food more than 5 stars if Google allowed it!

Greg Reed

Overall, this is a good place to eat. The crab dip was good but the items that came with it like the hard thin toast , the celery, and the carrots didn't go with the crab dip. The bread went well with the crab dip, but here's the surprise. The bread was great by itself. I would have loved the loaf of that bread with some butter on it! I was really looking forward to the fish and chips since they say they've been rated number one in Delaware for 3 years. They are totally different than i thought they would be. They were not crunchy at all, but sort of thick crust. Chewy. That doesn't sound good but it was good. And now for the real surprise. My standout that I ate while I was there were the deep fried cottage potatoes. They were a would recommend! I actually finished them first before the fish because they were so good. I could just go in there and get those and some ketchup and be happy happy joy joy! And now for the last thing, the bread pudding. I have to say the bread pudding was good with the sauce that comes on it. I took a bite without the sauce, thought it is a little better. The coffee was really good too! My wife enjoyed her salad also.

Victoria Simpson

It was so fun to eat at this restaurant!! I would call to make a reservation though. We made a reservation for 5 on the computer and it didn't go through so we had to come back at 7:45. But when we did get in it was such a cool restaurant. The building is several centuries old and they light the candles on your table and the wait staff wear costumes to make you feel like you have stepped back in time. I got the fish and chips which was very good. The fish was amazing. However the fries are thick wedge fries so if you don't like that kind of fries you may want to order a different side. My husband got the pastrami sandwich and sweet potato fries and loved it! They also have great ice cream. Motor oil is a coffee ice cream with drizzles of chocolate in it. Also the flatbread appetizer was really good.