Welcome to The Cafe on 26
Nestled at 84 Atlantic Ave in Ocean View, Delaware, The Cafe on 26 offers a delightful farm-to-fork dining experience with breathtaking ocean views. This bistro is celebrated for its exceptional culinary offerings, crafted by world-class chefs. Diners rave about signature dishes such as the pork chop, crab cake, and shrimp imperial, showcasing local flavors and quality ingredients. The dessert menu tantalizes with creations that are sure to impress. Known for its outstanding service and a cozy atmosphere, The Cafe on 26 is the perfect spot for memorable meals, especially with reservations highly recommended for peak dining hours.
- 84 Atlantic Ave, Ocean View, DE 19970, United States84 Atlantic Ave, Ocean View, DE 19970, United States Hotline: +1 302-539-2233
Located in the picturesque town of Ocean View, Delaware, The Cafe on 26 stands as a beacon for culinary enthusiasts and beachgoers alike. Nestled just a stone's throw from Bethany Beach, this farm-to-fork bistro offers an exquisite dining experience that marries exceptional cuisine with breathtaking ocean views. With its prime location at 84 Atlantic Ave, patrons can expect not just a meal, but a delightful escape into culinary paradise.
What sets The Cafe on 26 apart is its commitment to quality and experience. Customers rave about the superbly crafted dishes, each prepared by world-class chefs. From the delectable surf and turf to the savory pork chop and the much-praised crab cakes, every item on the menu showcases a dedication to flavor and artistry. The dinner menu, available from 4 PM to 9 PM, provides a plethora of options that promise to entice even the most discerning palate. Don’t forget to save room for dessert; their menu features heavenly sweets that are sure to tantalize your taste buds.
The ambiance at The Cafe on 26 complements its culinary offerings perfectly. The inviting atmosphere makes every dining experience feel special, and the stunning ocean views create an idyllic backdrop for romantic dinners or joyous gatherings. Many guests, like Dionne Fields, anticipate spending cherished moments with loved ones while indulging in remarkable food. Highlighting the importance of reservations, it's clear that this culinary gem is in high demand—calling ahead is highly recommended to secure your table.
In the words of satisfied diners like Cecily Giancaterino, “What an incredible find.” The combination of top-tier service, delicious offerings, and a stunning setting ensures that The Cafe on 26 is not just a meal but a memorable experience, making it a must-visit during any trip to Ocean View. Whether you're a local or just passing through, the culinary delights at The Cafe on 26 are waiting to whisk you away to a world of flavor and elegance.
For those looking to embark on a culinary journey, contact The Cafe on 26 at +1 302-539-2233 to make your reservation today!

I’m looking forward to dinning in Paradise at Ocean View, Delaware. There is one place on this earth were you can enjoy an ocean view from farm-to-fork bistro. The Cafe On 26 Restaurant is just paradise located near Bethany Beach in Ocean View, Delaware. I would love to spend the entire weekend of Valentines Day, eating the best foods at the Cafe On 26. They have the top world-class chef’s preparing each meal, in a breathtaking ocean view atmosphere. The Cafe on 26 has a dessert menu, that would blow your mind and their dinner menu is just amazing from 4pm - 9pm with reservations.

Excellent! 8 wanna be golfers each had different dishes. All of them excellent!

This place was pretty good. We had apps, entrees, and some really nice wines. Id highly recommend the pork chop dish, the crab cake, and the shrimp imperial. Only dish I wouldn’t recommend is the crab bisque, they have plenty of other great plates!

This place does not disappoint! Delicious food (mushroom tartlets, surf and turf, pork chop, cheese cake, and peach cake). Pinot from Oregon was outstanding! And the service was absolutely fabulous. Make sure you call for a reservation well in advance (we made ours 3 weeks in advance).

What an incredible find. The food. Service. And again - the food. Incredible from start to finish! This will be our new spot during our yearly vacation.

Had a wonderful experience this weekend at Cafe on 26! My boyfriend and I were visiting from Connecticut and looking for a nice dinner to celebrate. We started with mussels which were great, and then the scallop entree and surf & turf were phenomenal! We are so grateful to have had Shaun as our server- he was delightful and made our night. Outdoor seating was A, definitely a spot we would return to!

A hidden gem in OV! The most beautiful and quaint atmosphere ( outside and in). The most friendly staff and owner. Hannah was our server, she was amazing! The Owner/chef Maria visited our table to check in on us, introduce herself and make sure everything was up to par. The Dirty martini was perfect as well. We had the mushroom tartlets to start, which was the perfect mixture of flavors that all came together beautifully. My entree was the potato parmigiana encrusted salmon -topped with fresh jumbo crab! It may have been one of the best dishes I have had to date. Thank you Cafe 26 for being so welcoming, kind and delicious! See you again soon:)

We ate in the wine room and it was lovely. The ambiance is a major selling point of this home turned restaurant - you won't feel out of place if you're dressed up a bit. The food was quite tasty. The dry rub on the beef and the parmigiana on the salmon were both delicious. We expected the strawberry and mousse dessert to be good, and it was great. Fine dining without the pretentiousness.