Torbert Street Social

We celebrated a friends birthday here with a cocktail class with Nate and it was above and beyond! He took time to answer our questions, chat with the group and personalize the experience. Recommend to everyone!!

Absolutely TOP TIER SERVICEc food, drinks and music. Zoe, Jess and Sophia are phenomenal. COME TO THIS PLACE and enjoy life!!

A uniquely lovely atmosphere. Warm, lit just the right amount, and comfortable. The service is great, the drinks amazing (I highly recommend The Gatsby, although you'll want more than one) and the food delicious and generous. The chicken bacon ranch sliders are wonderful; just the right amount of crispy with perfect flavors. The crispy parmesan Brussels are what flash-fried Brussels are supposed to be; crispy and tender, not burnt. This is my new favorite spot.

I cannot recommend this place enough. Ronnie went ABOVE AND BEYOND to give my friend a magic birthday. This is the type of service that sticks with you for a minute. Amazing food, great drinks, I don’t have the words. Yall better take care of Ronnie 🥲

Great cocktail bar! Awesome decor and vibe, with live music on some nights. Many of the drinks have tropical vibes to them. Food portions are generous, good for sharing or taking home for the next day.

Absolutely awesome spot! I love this vibe of this speakeasy. Rustic interior and amazing outdoor vibe! Live music was great last night. The presentation of the drinks are beautifully made and delicious! The fried deviled eggs are an absolute must! You won’t be disappointed!

This place was just simply amazing. The atmosphere, food and drinks are something special. Live music on the patio, but required a reservation, so plan accordingly. Excellent service and attention to detail is on point. It is such an experience for your senses, beautiful decor and the drinks are like works of art. Food is just amazing. Just watching the bartender make these fascinating drinks is awesome. Burning rosemary, omg, the smell of rosemary is so intoxicating, well to me anyway. Go check it out, you will love it.

My girlfriend and I came here for dinner after a day at the Nemours estate. This place was amazing. Great ambience to just chill. They had live music for entertainment. Staff were all super nice, and helpful with menu. Loved all the food and drinks we got. Probably the best brussel sprouts I've ever had. I'm also pretty particular about cleanliness, and was really impressed with the open kitchen and seeing the food being handled. Chefs wearing gloves and changing them when they needed to. All in all, a really good experience, and would def go back whenever in the area. Highly recommend.

I visited this place years ago with my girlfriends and though it was PACKED at the time it left quite the impression on me and I've always wanted to make it back and 2+ years later I made it back last night and it did NOT disappoint. Sitting at the bar is so entertaining, the staff is so friendly, the food game out quick and tasty and the music was perfectly set, volume wise. I think my husband and I found our new regular date night spot. If I wanted to complain I would request for purse hooks at the bar and a foot railing but everything made up for it. 10/10

We sat at the bar. Grading: B+ (for a cocktail bar) Ambiance: Classic, low light levels, comfortable. Bar looks great. Seating: Indoor/outdoor. Service: Bartenders ok, ours acted like he didn't want to be there. Crowd: Older, 25+. Drinks: Good mixed drinks. Food: Food was good. Restrooms: Clean, no divider between urinals. Parking: Parking lot, gets full quickly. Value: Ok. Experience: I enjoyed myself, loved the atmosphere, will be back.

Love coming to Torbert Street! The drinks are always on point! The orange is the new black cocktail was so yummy, like a cream sickle. Most drinks have fresh ingredients and they make lots of different kinds of cocktails. Some pictures are from last summer and some from this year. The inside has a nice speak easy comfy vibe. The outside is fun to listen to live music, hang with friends and enjoy great food. The deviled eggs are amazing. The bacon crisps are thick, and come out on a string with little clothes pins so it's a fun presentation and delicious app. Tonight, there is a very talented singer playing guitar and singing inside. Look forward to coming back!

This is a cute spot. We sat outside and they had heaters which was good. they do have some games you can play unfortunately they were broken but I like the overall vibe of the place. The music could've been a little louder. I love the fire pit it makes for a good atmosphere. The duck wings were good very different but not for me but others enjoyed it. I ordered the sliders and they are super tiny for $16 and could be better. Drinks were good and a tough choice with all the options on the menu. I would go again, good spot for a chill night out

Location Tip: it's basically in the alley/parking lot behind Mikimoto's restaurant. Nice speakeasy atmosphere. Dimly lit. We went on a Saturday night and didn't realize they had live music. It was really loud once that started so just keep that in mind if you want to be able to easily carry a conversation. The drinks were really tasty but for having three I don't think I got much of a buzz so they weren't strong. The Orange is the New Black cocktail was my favorite! I also tried the Lime in the Coconut (good but it didn't pop in a special way) and the PB Espresso drink as our finisher (really tasty as a dessert cocktail). My friend and I split the bacon appetizer, cauliflower wings and the lobster grilled cheese. The bacon was really thick and I'd say more chewy (like jerky) than crispy but I think that's due to the nature of the size of the slices. You get four pieces. The cauliflower wings come in a sweet and SPICY sauce. There was a yogurt sauce to temper the spicy sauce that the cauliflower was doused in but I feel there wasn't enough of the yogurt sauce and the cauliflower was swimming in the spicy sauce so maybe the yogurt could be in a bowl for dipping and the spicy sauce could be cut back by half to leave the tempura battered cauliflower crispy. Good size portion for sharing. The lobster grilled cheese was tasty. The bread was buttery and crispy. The lobster mix had what seemed like a little too much onion that was a little watery (sauce, not cheese dripped out as we ate and some onion bits just fell right out from the looseness of the mix). It's one large grilled cheese cut into 4 triangles. Everything was well made and tasty!

Came here for a welcome party before a wedding. Unique place, speak easy vibes, excellent cocktails and delicious pizza!!! Dates app was also bomb.

My quest to find the best eats and meets in Delaware has brought me to Torbert Street Social. Let me start off by saying if you are looking for one of the best spots for good drinks, food, vibes, and more, come to this spot! First off, the service is impeccable! From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with friendly faces and welcoming hosts. The drinks...oh em GEE! Every single drink is made with presentation, taste, and consistency in mind. My favorite drink is the orange is the new black. I've NEVER heard of milk punch before. In fact it kinda threw me off a bit but after my first sip I was excited! The garlic feta cheese fries come out piping hot, very well seasoned, and the feta compliments it to perfection. The Nutella creme brûlée was delicious as well though personally I would have went with a little lemon zest to compliment the chocolate rather than strawberries. I definitely would get the dessert again for sure. Overall I will give this place a perfect score. I've never had a bad experience before and continue to be impressed with the level of quality this place has. Easily one of Delaware's best gems.

Relaxing speak easy vibs... live music this Wed was on point. Bartender/Mixologist Stephen & Sophia were awesome. Great conversations and knowledge on period drinks and building history were entertaining. Thank you for a great time Stephen.

We love Torbet! From the craft cocktails to the dood choices... we always have a great time! Speakeasy's are my absolute favorite! The servers are friendly and knowledgeable! The ambiance is so calm and easy! Perfect for datenight or hanging with my girlies!

Great atmosphere. Service was awesome. They were very attentive and checked on if we needed anything. My friends really enjoyed their food. I he the chicken and waffles. The waffles were really good. I was less impressed with the chicken. I tasted some of my friends fries - delicious and well seasoned. The home potatoes were good, just a bit greasy. Everyone enjoyed their drinks. Most of the breakfast meats were pork, so it would be nice if they had non-pork meats. Great place to go to meet friends and hang out socially. I would go again and try something else.

This place was so much fun. We met up with friends here and had a blast. We loved how interactive the live musicians were with us and gave us a wonderful laugh with great entertainment. The food and drinks were absolutely delicious. The interior was dark, dimly lit just the way I like it. Very comfortable!

This place does everything right. Cocktails. Food. SERVICE. I don't think they can do anything wrong! The bartenders are creative (with mocktails in their back pocket for ya) and attentive. The food is yummy, fresh, and totally unfussy. Excellent atmosphere with a fantastic outdoor area (was cold/windy when we went so we admired from inside). And must try in Wilm!

I really enjoyed my time here. My sister had already been but invited me to try for the first time. Immediately we were greeted at the door and seated right away. The drinks were so good! The food arrived to our table extremely fast. The ambiance was on point. Overall this place was a vibe and I will definitely be back.

We have been her twice for drinks and food. Both times have enjoyed the food and drinks. The outdoor ambiance is great and the staff is friendly. This last time we went I tried a few different items. duck wings, Kobe sliders, and Parmesan feta fries. The duck wings were tender, spicy, sweet, sticky, and really fun to eat. The sliders were ok, but not memorable. The Parmesan feta fries were very yummy. Overall great experience. I know the food prices can seem steep, but they are appropriate for the type of restaurant and ambiance. One caveat was service this most recent visit. Really slow. Almost 20 minutes for drinks. Which was so much different than our initial visit.

Happen to stumble in while searching for another place and we were pleasantly surprised. Decor is rustic chic Service was wonderful Place was packed which means something is going right. Tapas style menu and mostly for drinks. We had the olives which were delicious and spicy. Margarita pizza was fresh and tasty good for sharing. The shishito peppers were good but too greasy definitely needs more salt/seasoning Overall had a nice time and prices are affordable. Would recommend for a Friday night for sure. Dress casual/chic Parking on site

Great ambiance. I wish more r&b music were played. Great drinks too. I like the fire pits, but the seating around it is limited.

We came here with friends for drinks and food. The service was amazing, everyone very attentive and super friendly. The drinks were original and delicious. The food was excellent, even though I was concerned since I'm a picky eater. The decor inside is so comfy and warm. Thanks for a nice evening out.

A lovely place to come for happy hour, dinner, or after dinner for food and drinks. It's always a good vibe with live music, great service, and quality. When it's warmer, the outdoor space is a gorgeous place to hang.

Such a friendly and welcoming place! The waiter was so nice, he explained the menu and made recommendations which were right on!! Drinks were excellent and the prices are reasonable. We will definitely return. A hidden gem in Wilmington.

Ambience & cocktail selection = % at par I can't say anything negative about this place because my experience has always been well. My last visit was probably a year ago so if anything has changed since then like staffing or so, I wouldn't know.

I love this place. Great snacking food, great drinks, great atmosphere. This place has the BEST bartenders and best drinks around. The staff is a very honest group of friendly people. I left my purse at the table and went to talk with some other people quite a distance away. I knew I left my purse there but we were also getting ready to leave and the place was getting ready to close. Our waiter was kind enough to go over to the table and bring my purse to me telling me he didn't want me to forget my purse. I absolutely love that, yes I tipped him very large. Honestly and good integrity should always be rewarded.

Excellent cocktail menu and Servers. Atmosphere is laid back and very unique. A definite visit every time we are in Wilmington DE.

Updated review, post Covid precautions - Well done, Torbert Street Social! Enjoyed a wonderful Saturday night dining under the romantic Christmas lights at TSS - awesome job from start to finish. Making a reservation was super easy and chill, and we had a blast. An outdoor table, all precautions followed. Great drinks, great beer list, great meal. Live music and a festive, fun, summery vibe. The bourbon praline bacon was amazing, but frankly we enjoyed everything a lot. Really great spot, really great night. Thanks so much!

Visited Torbert Street Social recently on the way to Delaware with some friends from Philly. Right off the bat, there was a safe and secure parking lot right outside the building. We walked in not knowing what to expect, but I must truthfully admit we were pleasantly surprised with what we saw -- in the best way possible! It's a cozy speakeasy cocktail bar that had live music that night. We came mainly for drinks, but the food was quite tempting as well. They have all types of bar foods available, and they even have popcorn! It should be noted that after 11pm they only serve their flatbread pizza menu. While I got a simple old fashion and espresso martini and a friend got their Devils Day Off cocktail, all of the drinks hit the spot for a great Friday night. They have a nice outdoor patio area that has a fire going during the colder nights, which is perfect for large parties! The servers were constantly tending to our needs, and we never felt neglected the whole night. While this is a smaller area that might go unnoticed, I would definitely recommend everyone should visit, and I can't wait to visit again and try their food menu by the fire soon!

Really impressed w/ this spot, great decor/vibe & friendly staff. Let's talk about the menu--first off they have great drink selections lots of unique cocktails that you are going to want to try! All of the food is shareable and actually decent portion! I was there with a group of four girls and we tried a handful of things off the menu and were adequately full. As for the food itself--it all came out with great presentation as you can see in the pictures. Everything was tasty, my one "complaint" was the charcuterie board--it was very appealing/pretty however I do think it was sub par on the quality/variety- especially of cheese and crackers it was simply white and yellow cheddar cubes that you could get a grocery store with a few bland crunchy crackers--would like to see more variety of cheeses & such. The rest of our food was great and large portions. My second complaint is the time that it took the waitress to come back to our table so we can request the check not a big deal and they were starting to get busy for dinner time --but just something to point out. We were there on Saturday evening around 530 and It was a good crowd with live acoustic musician who is actually pretty good. All in all I think this place is great and will do well based on the vibe and quality/variety of food on the menu! Those who are rating low stars are mainly complaining about the dress code-- I personally like the dress code and appreciate them trying keep things classy in our city. * If you take the time to speak with the staff there (as I did) they explain the rationale for why they chose to ban certain clothing and I respected that. Will definitely be back and can't wait to share my experience with more of my friends!

Gorgeous historic building. The interior is very well designed and incorporates much of the original structure, or at least does a great job of making it feel that way.. The menu has so many delicious choices it was difficult to choose. Our party of 4 ordered the Brussels Sprouts, pepperoni pizza, blistered peppers, crab BLT and the charcuterie and cheese plate. The portions are incredibly large and everything was delicious. To the folks who complained about the dress code, just know before you go. In full transparency, we didn't. On our way we read some reviews and realized we didn't meet the code. But we did call friends who provided a collared shirt and dress shoes for my husband. It's not stuffy or pretentious. Just keeping to a standard. I will definitely be going back.

Looking for a speakeasy with chill vibe and great drinks? Look no further. Off an allyway, you'll find this prohibition era liquor spot. Wine bar and cocktails flowing, it's easy to feel comfortable. Would recommend to anyone looking for a spot of their own!

Pretty cool spot to meet friends and coworkers for a drink. I pernially loved the music, the 70-80's RnB made me want to get my roller skates on. Some SOS band, Gap Band, The Crusaders, etc. The food was pretty good, wish there was something more, but can't really pIn point what. Service was great, everyone was incredibly friendly and inviting.

I found out about this place maybe a year ago and was so upset when they had to close temporarily due to covid. I had been dying to try their duck wings and breaded chicken sliders.... I was absolutely not disappointed. Definitely worth the wait. They have drinks for everyone and they're delicious!! Super neat environment and the friendliest staff. Definitely one of my favorite places to go.

Very good food and friendly staff. Highly recommend the duck wings or pizza. The GM and staff has done a fantastic job making you feel at home. The bartenders are very efficient and have immaculate presentation on their drinks.

Do not recommend this place at all. I had a very rude interaction with the manager on duty in regards to the clothing I was wearing. She insisted Torbert Street was trying to "raise the bar and social standard attire in Wilmington" because the city was going through a "change". I then proceeded to say this "change" was gentrification and her establishment was proof of this. She became even more rude with her responses. MIND you it was 4:30 pm on a Saturday, no one was in the establishment. Cocktail attire in high end metropolitan cities is not required until around 7/8pm. Will not be going back.

I don't get to restaurants much as I work at a restaurant myself, but tonight I had one of the best experiences I've had in a while at Torbert. I sat at the bar and was greeted very warmly by Finn, who's clearly the goat. He explained the menu and I still told him to surprise me with a fun, sweet, tequila drink. He made THE BEST MARGARITA i have ever had called the garden of eden. Within 10 minutes of ordering, our charcuterie came out and was stunning & also delicious. We finished with the butterfly me to the moon and the let that man-go. These cocktails are nothing compared to anything in the area. Marg pizza with balsamic drizzle was a jaw dropper. Impeccable experience, thank you Finn & the rest of the Torbert crew!

Beautiful bar with a great, chill atmosphere! Has a speakeasy vibe. The cocktails are delicious, and I admire the creativity that goes into the drinks menu! Loved it.

This place is off to a GREAT start. The decor is clever, tasteful, and completely establishes the mood. Which is exactly the right setting for the glorious list of cocktails, which I understand have been meticulously designed and curated by their leading mixologist. The cocktails have character, distinction, and... they're just outright delicious. Best drinks I had were prepared by Vickie, one of the best mixologists I've ever seen. Service was flawless, we were tended to the very delightful and well-informed Emily. But don't just stop with the drinks. The food offerings are adventurous, and they work: the lobster deviled eggs and the duck wings are can't-miss eats. This place holds a a ton of promise. Easily the best spot to be in right now in Wilmington.

Knowing this was the last weekend they would be open for a while, I went over by myself and took a chance on finding a seat. It is sometimes awkward being a party of one going to a busy restaurant on the weekends. Everyone took such good care of me. The food/drinks were exceptional. Brett the bartender was the poster child for exceptional customer service. I can't wait for them to open their doors again.

Delicious food and generous portions. Fun place to go with friends or for a business get together.

I've always enjoyed the atmosphere at Torbert Street Social. They have a very modern and fun decor both inside and outside. My most recent visit was no exception. The drinks always offer something new and different. The food on the other hand is just okay. I feel like they try to hard to be hip versus making good tasting food. Now the food is not bad and does a good job of absorbing the alcohol and I actually like their fried. However, remember this is a social spot to hang with friends not the spot for gourmet dining.

Inquired about cognac , the bartender told me they don't carry Hennessy because " we're trying to keep out a specific clientele " ...... won't be going back

This is the classiest place in Wilmington with an incredible menu and drinks. The inside decor is mellow and inviting while the outdoor seating area is arranged for comfort and relaxation. We liked the business casual dress code.

A full hour of our time lost. Planned our first visit to TSS by calling repeatedly several days in advance (on the nights they are open) to see if we needed reservations. No answer. On the day of our planned visit, I call 44 minutes after they supposedly opened and again 1 hour prior to our estimated arrival time. Still no answer. I guessed they were either very busy or under staffed. So we drove 30 minutes on 4/2/2022 and arrived at TSS to see a sign out front "Closed for Private Event". We had a celebratory-date night ruined, because no one answered the phone five (5) times I called.

Great service and delicious cocktails. Portions are a little small for the price, but very good experience!

We walked in after an 8 hour drive because the place smelled so good and the patio was so inviting. We had two school aged kids--(menu isn't super kid friendly but we could find thing for our more adventurous kids.) Almost left because the waitress looked overwhelmed--not true. Roxy is a pro. Took our orders fast, and without asking, put the kids' pizza order in first. She was awesome. Pizza is ridiculously good. Crab dip with the rosemary was delicious. 10/10 would recommend.

The Cocktails, drinks and staff are unbeatable. There's a certain elusiveness to Torbert which makes it all the more intriguing. The decor, the delectable food, and the hand crafted cocktails make for an undeniably perfect evening. Now, Go!

I have to say I'm really disappointed hearing previous views of discrimination at the door. And my review is based solely on my experience. I did notice a thorough check up and down by the bouncer of me and my friend as we entered. We did get in and once we did i have to say i really loved the atmosphere. Dark and elegant inside but a lot smaller than i expected. The outside area looks like it will be great in the summer though! We sat at the bar and each ordered a cocktail - the blood orange tequila one and the apperol spritz one and both were AMAZING. We also got fried chicken sliders and crab dip to share - both SO good!! The menu is kinda small and unique but you'll likely be able to find something. The service was very friendly but kinda slow - it was definitely busy in there though (was a Friday) I'd definitely go back and recommend! Just hope they figure out the issues with selective entry.

Tried to go for early dinner with 4 people at exactly 4pm. Staff member said they had a strict dress code and we could not eat there BUT she would ask the manager since there were no other customers yet (place opens at 4pm)....manager came out and said they could not make exceptions for the dress code and turned us away ((he offered to let peak inside for when we returned in "dress to impress" LOL)) At first we thought they were joking & we started laughing! Will NEVER go back!!! You cannot be a bar with outside fire pits and big jenga blocks and demand collared shirts! Instead we went to stitch house then makers alley and had an even better time! Social will fail with this policy. We told our friends what happened and they said they had the same experience & never to go there ...place is unnecessarily stuffy & getting a poor reputation... it has the potential to be cool but they are making it awful. *~*editing my review to state that Social is not only stuffy but they are STUPID!! You cannot SOMETIMES enforce a dress code in the age of social media.....the same day my party got turned away for sneakers and no collared shirts other people uploaded picts .of themselves there tagging Social wearing sneakers and no collared shirts!!! WILL ABSOLUTELY NEVER GO BACK TO THAT PLACE!!

You know, I like to think of myself as a whisky and/or cocktail connoisseur. I love speakeasies and I don't mind a dress code. What I do mind is an establishment that DEFINITELY unequally enforces this. They should just say no minorities. I understand the 'type of crowd' they want to stand clear of but there is definitely a better way to do it. The dress code has changed numerous times to become more and more strict. First, no athletic wear, no sneakers, no sandals. Then, no TShirts (cute graphic Ts for women included), no sleeveless, no hats of any kind (seriously, even a fidora ?), etc etc. You'll feel like you're testing fate by trying to enter in with distressed jeans. Men have to wear collard shirts (It's 2019, ever heard of style?) even your jacket has to be dress code appropriate bc my friend had a hoodie over their dress shirt and was given hell but once we entered, low and behold there were men of a different 'ethnicity' at the bar with hoodies. Go figure. Opening day, I thoroughly enjoyed my cocktails and tasting my way through their delectable menu but my friends and I felt uncomfortable when the manager kept staring at our table as if we should just eat and leave. As great patrons to any establishment, I'd rather take my money to a place that doesn't mind my BLACK-millennial-well salaried-stylish-self. It's a shame because we frequent ALL big fish grill establishments. Bar Roja became a staple in my groups taco tuesdays but my experience with what they're trying to accomplish at this speakeasy is leaving a bad taste in my mouth for all places in this chain.

Nice new addition to the Wilmington bar scene! Great decor inside and out. Great drinks. Only tried the shishito peppers so far food wise but super yummy. The one night we went it was very crowded, which is s as great sign. Drinks are a wee bit pricy for this town but it's a nice place so I get what they're trying to do. Il def be back. Hope they fix the lights though, they kept flickering big time all while we were there. Fodder for a headache for sure.

i have a really hard time with this. i came here under the pretense that it would be more of an upscale bar considering there is a dress code and such. the servers were incredibly nice, and the food was good. but the crowd in there was something to be desired. 4 women absolutely plastered at the bar using the shot board to spank one another? leaning completely over the bar actually spanking one another. it was so awkward i wanted to crawl under my table. i just am not quite sure about this whole thing still. if you're going to make it a huge thing about how you want an elevated bar experience i'd leave the BDSM at the door.

Finally a super cool place to hang out in tiny Wilmington! We have been here 4 times and tried more than half of the menu. Deciding where to start is the hardest part. So here it goes: sprouts, shishito peppers , sirloin sliders, Kobe sliders, all of their salads, spiced drunken nuts, lobster grilled cheese squares, philly brats. These are all superb excellent and totally awesome. Charcuterie board, duck wings deviled eggs are very good. Pile of fries (need to be cooked better) , bacon strips (pass) duo dips (ehhh) blue crab melt (for that price someone should feed it to me) The bartenders and craft cocktails are exceptional at every level and the management is on the ball and attentive. The bar is also staffed very well and I would say it is the best in the city I feel the pricing is reasonable and fair for the experience and the quality delivered. I would have given 5 stars if not for 3 items: 1- the abbreviated schedule with no hours in the mid week when most firms entertain guests (whose bright idea was that?) 2- I am fine with the dress code but turning away hard working well employed doctors and nurses after their shift. (Cmon man that's just dumb where the common sense?) 3-charging to add smoke to a drink (now that's just cheap and short sighted)