The Local Bootlegging Co. (Formerly 302 The Local)

Phenomenal Food, Elite Drinks, and Next-Level Hospitality! The Local Bootlegging Co. in Rehoboth Beach is the absolute best speakeasy and dining experience at the beach. Tucked away right off Coastal Highway, this 1920s Prohibition-style gem pairs an incredible vibe with top-tier culinary excellence. The atmosphere is dim, cozy, and upscale, but what truly makes this spot unforgettable is the elite hospitality and spectacular menu.

Why This Spot Completely Rocks:

The Personal Touch: the owner, Chris, is wonderful and goes completely above and beyond for his guests. He genuinely cares about the experience and surprised me by putting a bottle of my favorite vodka, Stoli, on the shelf with my name on it for my next visit! That level of hospitality is unheard of.

The Simply Cheryl Cocktail: an absolute masterpiece of a craft drink. It is incredibly well-balanced, crisp, refreshing, and beautifully presented by their master mixologists. Thank you, Browny ( i hope spelled right)!

The Hush Money Melt: This sandwich is pure comfort food taken to a gourmet level. The ingredients are exceptionally fresh, the flavors are perfectly elevated, and it is grilled to absolute perfection.

Impeccable Energy: Between the flawless service, the creative menu, and the cool vintage aesthetic, it is the ultimate destination for a great night out. If you are looking for unbelievable flavors, legendary drinks, and hospitality that makes you feel like royalty, do not miss The Local Bootlegging Co. It is a true local treasure!

My friends and I, eight of us who are nurses and all met at work 39 years ago, visited this restaurant while on vacation last week. We had a wonderful experience! The service was exceptional—everyone was friendly, attentive, and made us feel truly welcomed. The food was delicious, beautifully prepared, and full of flavor. From start to finish, everything was fantastic. Gary even brought us dessert on the house and thanked us for our service to the public as nurses! I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for great food and outstanding service!

This place has so much potential. The craft drinks are creative and presented well. Alexandra, our bartender, brings an amazingly positive vibe to the place. We were there when it was chaotic because the A/C was out and some of the staff were wilting. But Alexandra was like a swan.... graceful on the surface while, I am sure, she was paddling like hell underneath. Hubby said the pork bbq sandwich was really good and my smashburger was good too. Thank you to the owner, Chris, for coming over to talk to us. You have a great concept with The Local Bootlegging Co. and I wish you all continued success!