The Cured Plate - Libations & Lounge | Intimate Speakeasy, Craft Cocktails & Gourmet Bites in Milford, DE

A hidden gem tucked right in the heart of downtown Milford. The atmosphere has that classic speakeasy vibe, intimate, relaxed, and full of character. The craft cocktails are top-notch, perfectly mixed and beautifully presented. The food matches the quality of the drinks: fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Whether you’re stopping in for a night out or just passing through, this place is absolutely worth the trip. I suggest you make a reservation. It is a smaller venue.

Delaware needs more places like this! I visited solo on a whim on a Wednesday night and I'm so glad I did. I was a little confused at the entrance when confronted with a note to ring a bell for service - a throw back to recreate an old speakeasy experience. I don't feel it really added anything for me, but I appreciate the attention to detail. The place is very dimly lit - another commitment to the bit - and features menus that light up when you open them (a fun surprise!). I sat at the bar and started off the night with a Bees Knees cocktail and Bloody Mary Deviled Eggs. The cocktail was as expected, but the eggs might have been the best I've ever had. Next I had a Mandarin Vanilla Bean Sour - probably my favorite drink of the night - and Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers (also excellent). For a main course I ordered the Marinated Yellowfin Tuna Steak. It was plated beautifully and portioned just right, and I paired it with a Dogfish Head 60 minute IPA. It's worth noting that the beer menu is nothing to write home about with only 4 common offerings. Finally, I opted for dessert and went with the Peach Hot Honey Cheese Cake and paired it with a Corjello cocktail, which turned out to be a perfect pairing. Overall this place is excellent. Great menu, ingredients, presentation, and vibe. I think the focus on charcuterie is an odd fad choice, but I don't hate it, and the menu beyond that is solid. I'll definitely be back! Oh, and shout out to Jackie, who is an excellent bar tender.

This little speakeasy is the best!! What can I say about the atmosphere, food, and drinks... spot on!! Add in the easy jazz in the background... Perfect. My charcuterie board for one was a balanced mix of my choices, with nuts and fresh fruit to top it off! I had to try several drinks just because they all sounded amazing. I will definitely eat here again. Btw... if you make a reservation, they give you a password to get in. Don't worry, walk-in are welcome too(that's what i did)!

What a treat it was to have dinner at The Cured Plate with friends from Book Club! Our waitress, Kearah, kept track of each individual order and our food was served promptly! I enjoyed the Dinner Special ($33) - Harvest Salad, BlackBerry & Brie Grilled Cheese, and brought my Chocolate Cake dessert home. I’ll definitely return!

Brandy was such an amazing bartender and the owner and owners son is so nice! They have the best drinks and crab cakes. Highly recommend checking this spot out! We will be back. Super cute inside too!

This was our first experience here, and experience is exactly how I would describe it. There is just an immediate IT vibe that is difficult to put into words. My wife and I celebrated our anniversary, and came in to a beautiful anniversary card on our reserved seating area. Very friendly staff, delicious drinks, and the food was very good. Beautiful and well though our plating and overall presentation. We are already burning the ears of our friends and family so we can plan a future visit. We will be back!

The Cured Plate in Milford is a true gem! The speakeasy-style atmosphere is awesome, and our server/bartender Jacky made the night even better with great service. We started with the Shrimp & Corn Bisque and the Crack Chicken Skillet Dip—both packed with flavor. For entrées, I had the Maple & Sweet Mustard Bone-In Pork Chop (perfectly cooked and full of flavor) while my wife had the Mushroom Bordelaise Filet Mignon (rich and tender) w/ a beautiful overstuffed crab cake on the side. We finished with the Salted Pumpkin-Vanilla Crunch Cake—the pumpkin was very subtle, letting the caramel and crunch shine, which we loved. Cocktails were equally outstanding: I enjoyed the Capone and Luciano, and my wife had the Rum Row and the It Girl. Every bite and sip was spot on. Highly recommend this place for a unique dining experience!

Unbelievable atmosphere, there’s nothing like it! I live in NJ and found this restaurant on instagram. I planned my whole anniversary weekend around The Cured Plate and planned our trip to Milford just so we could go here. We were soo happy we did and we will do it again! Once in a lifetime experience dining!