Last November, a couple checking in for Thanksgiving weekend asked where they could find local gift cards – not the generic chain stuff, but real Rehoboth Beach restaurants their family would actually love. We handed them a list of every Black Friday deal in town, and by Sunday, they’d knocked out their entire holiday shopping without leaving the beach.
That’s the beauty of Southern Delaware’s holiday gift card sales. You get dinner sorted for next summer while supporting the spots that make this town worth visiting. And this year? The deals are even better.
Why Rehoboth Beach Gift Cards Make Perfect Holiday Gifts
Here’s what nobody tells you about restaurant gift cards in beach towns – they’re basically summer currency. Buy them now at steep discounts, use them when you’re back for Memorial Day brunch or Fourth of July dinner. Your August self will thank your November self.
Plus, you’re shopping local without the shipping delays or last-minute mall panic. Walk into a Rehoboth restaurant, hand over cash, walk out with gifts that say “I know good food when I see it.”
The Early Bird Special: Thursday, November 20
The Cultured Pearl – Buy One, Get One Half Off
Location: Rehoboth Beach
Hours: 10am – 9pm
Payment: Cash or credit card (in person or by phone)
The Cultured Pearl kicks things off early with a simple deal – buy one gift card at full price, get the second half off. The math works beautifully:
- Two $25 cards → Pay $37.50 (save $12.50)
- Two $50 cards → Pay $75 (save $25)
- Two $100 cards → Pay $150 (save $50)
- Two $200 cards → Pay $300 (save $100)
Pro tip: Pair up with a friend and split the purchase. You each get a card at 25% off, and you’ve just funded two summer dinners for half price.
Saturday Score: November 22 – The Nalu Triple Play
Nalu Dewey, Nalu Rehoboth & Summer House – Pay $50, Get $100
Location: Nalu Dewey Beach
Hours: Starts at noon, until sold out
Payment: Cash only, in person
This is the deal beach regulars circle on their calendars. Pay $50, walk out with a $100 gift card that works at all three locations – Nalu Dewey, Nalu Rehoboth, and Summer House. That’s 50% off your next meal at some of the area’s most popular spots.
Fair warning: these sell out fast. Noon means noon, and cash means cash. Show up early, bring exact bills, and plan your next three beach dinners on the spot.
Black Friday Weekend: The Main Event (November 28 – December 1)
Black Friday in Rehoboth isn’t about camping outside big box stores. It’s about walking down Rehoboth Avenue with coffee in hand, hitting your favorite restaurants, and stacking up gift cards for a fraction of their value. Most deals run Friday through Sunday, but some extend through Cyber Monday.
The BOGO Lineup – Buy One, Get One Free
Several restaurants are going full tilt with buy-one-get-one-free offers. Here’s where to find them:
Above the Dunes
Rehoboth Boardwalk | 7am – 5pm (or until sold out) | Cash only
Buy one, get one free in $50 and $100 increments. Get there at 7am if you’re serious – these disappear by lunch.
Agave
Rehoboth Avenue | 8am – sold out | In-person, cash only
Buy one, get one free in $100 increments. Another early-bird situation – 8am sharp or miss out.
Conch Island & Hideout
Rehoboth | November 28, noon – close | Cash only
Buy $25, get $50. Simplest math on the list – double your money.
Purple Parrot
Rehoboth | November 28, 8am – sold out | Cash only
Buy $50, get $50 voucher. Show up early with cash in hand.
The $100 to $150 Club – 50% Bonus Deals
Want to stretch your dollar even further? These spots are offering 50% back on every $100 purchase:
- Bodhi Kitchen: November 28-29, 10am – 3pm | Buy $100, get $50
- Café Azafran: November 28, 9am – until sold out | Cash only | Buy $100, get $50
- Dogfish Head & Chesapeake & Maine: November 28, 11am – sold out | Buy $100, get $50 (limit 10 per person)
- Drift: November 28-29, 10am – 3pm | Buy $100, get $50
- Eggcellent Café (Rehoboth & Lewes): November 28, 8am – 3pm | Cash only | Buy $100, get $50
- Lefty’s Alley & Eats: November 28, 8am – 2pm | Buy $100, get $50
- The Pines: November 29-30, 10am – 3pm | Buy $100, get $50
- Seedbol Kitchen & Seed Eatery: November 28-30, 11am – 7pm | Cash only | Buy $100, get $50
Goolee’s Grille – The Overachiever
Rehoboth | November 28, 8am – 1pm | Cash only
Buy $100, get $150. That’s right – a 50% match. Goolee’s is basically handing out free breakfast for next summer. Get there at 8am because this deal won’t last past lunch.
JD Shuckers – Lewes’ Best Deal
Lewes | November 28, noon – 4pm | Cash only
Pay $100, get $150. If you’re planning any Lewes dinners next year, this is your move.
The 25-40% Bonus Tier
Not quite 50% off, but still solid savings that add up fast:
Arena’s Deli & Bar
All locations + online | November 28 – December 1
Spend $75, get $25 bonus card. One of the few deals you can snag online.
Big Oyster & Fins Hospitality Group
All locations | November 24 – December 1
Buy $100, get $25 bonus (25% match). Works across the entire Fins family of restaurants.
Bushels, Tiki Jac’s, Zogg’s & Wheelhouse
Multiple locations | November 28 | Cash only
Buy $50, get $20 | Buy $100, get $40 | Buy $200, get $80
Four restaurants, one deal, all the summer meals sorted.
DiFebo’s
Rehoboth, Bethany & Market locations | November 28 | In person only
Buy $100, get $25 bonus. Works at all three spots.
Heirloom
Lewes | November 28, noon – 9pm | Cash only
Buy $100, get $20 bonus (larger bonuses for higher amounts).
Pat’s Pizza Lewes
November 28, 10am – 9pm | Cash only
Buy $100, get $20 bonus (with scaling bonuses for bigger purchases).
Big Chill Beach Club & Cantina – Choose Your Own Adventure
Multiple locations | In person & online
Two ways to play this one:
- In-person: Buy $100, get $100 (two $50 vouchers)
- Online: Buy $100, get $50 voucher
All vouchers are valid for the 2026 summer season, so you’re locking in next year’s beach bar plans right now.
Crooked Hammock Brewery – Rewards Members Win Big
All locations | November 28-30
Buy $100, get a $50 voucher. But here’s the kicker – if you’re a Crooked Hammock rewards member, that bonus jumps to $100. Not a member yet? Sign up before Black Friday and double your money.
Yellowfins Long Neck – The Flex Deal
Long Neck, Selbyville & Bethany locations | November 28-30, 11am – 8pm | Cash only
Get a 50% match on any amount. Want to buy $60? You’ll get $90 worth of cards. This is the only deal on the list without fixed increments, so spend what makes sense for your budget.
Smart Shopping Strategies from The Canalside Inn Team
After watching guests navigate these sales for years, here’s what actually works:
Bring cash. Most of these deals are cash-only, and ATMs get crowded fast. Hit the bank Thursday or Friday morning and carry a mix of twenties, fifties, and hundreds.
Show up early. “Until sold out” isn’t a suggestion – it’s a warning. Restaurants run out fast, especially at Above the Dunes and Dogfish Head. If the deal starts at 8am, be there at 7:50am.
Split purchases with friends. Grab a friend, buy two cards, split the cost. You each save 25-50% and fund your next group dinner in the process.
Track expiration dates. Most cards are good through 2026, but some have shorter windows. Note the fine print before you buy.
Plan your route. Rehoboth Avenue is walkable, but hitting every deal in one morning requires a game plan. Start at one end and work your way down – we recommend starting south and moving north.
Make a Weekend of It – Stay at The Canalside Inn
Sleep late Friday, walk to Rehoboth Avenue for gift card sales, grab lunch somewhere new, come back for an afternoon nap. We’re steps from every deal on this list, parking is free all weekend, and you can walk to morning coffee before the crowds arrive.
Book Your Black Friday Weekend StayFrequently Asked Questions About Rehoboth Beach Gift Card Deals
Can I buy these gift cards online?
Most are in-person and cash-only. Arena’s Deli, Big Chill, and Crooked Hammock offer online options, but the best deals require showing up with cash in hand.
Do these gift cards expire?
Most are valid through 2026, with some extending into summer 2026 specifically. Always check the fine print when you purchase.
What time should I arrive for the best selection?
For popular spots like Dogfish Head, Above the Dunes, and Agave – arrive when doors open or earlier. Less-hyped deals can wait until mid-morning, but don’t push it past 11am.
Can I use these cards during peak summer season?
Yes, with occasional blackout dates around July 4th weekend at some restaurants. Most are valid year-round, including summer weekends.
Is it worth driving to Rehoboth Beach just for gift card deals?
If you’re planning to eat at these restaurants next year anyway? Absolutely. The savings easily cover gas and then some. Make it a weekend trip and you’ll walk away with hundreds in dining value for half price.
Plan Your Gift Card Shopping Weekend
Pick your weekend, choose your room, and let the rest unfold. You’ll knock out holiday shopping, support local Rehoboth Beach restaurants, and set yourself up for a summer full of great meals – all without fighting mall crowds or paying full price.
Ready to make it happen? Book your stay at The Canalside Inn and we’ll point you toward the best deals, the shortest lines, and the coffee that’s closest when you need it most.
