<body><div>Delaware is a hot spot for diverse restaurants and places for the public to enjoy. From Japan, Greece, Ireland, and more, there is a large selection of countries you can choose to visit. Take a tour around the world all while staying in local downtown Delaware.Hallihan’s Irish PubLocated at 12 W. William St, Hallihan’s Irish Pub greets customers with a welcoming environment, crafted to be cozy and family-friendly. Hallihan’s is new to Delaware, having had a soft opening on Sept. 14.<img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1BgP3e_1GwdZl7t00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1BgP3e_1GwdZl7t00" width="1920" height="1280" >The owner, along with a few other businessmen who own places around downtown Delaware, brought the Hallihan name and the unique Irish culture here.“The Hallihan family hails from Waterford, Ireland, and emigrated here in 1854,” head chef Anthony Blakeman said.Hallihan’s proudly carries a piece of Waterford’s resilience, craftsmanship, hospitality, and spirit that inspired the creation of the pub.The signature dish at Hallihan’s, as recommended by the head chef, is Patrick’s Lamb Lollipops, and it is served with red-skinned mashed potatoes and a mint sauce, topped with peas.“The lamb recipe, why it’s so special here, the owner actually grew up in Ireland, and his grandfather [used to make] the exact recipe. We make it the exact way his grandpa made it,” Blakeman said.This restaurant, despite being new, is constantly updating and evolving to satisfy customers. Currently, the owner and head chef are working together to craft new recipes and a new menu. One of the dishes featured on the new menu will be the Shepherd’s Pie, which will be a part of the rotating monthly specials.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3eLjAb_1GwdZl7t00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3eLjAb_1GwdZl7t00" width="2001" height="1501" ><figcaption>Sheppard’s Pie from Hallihan’s Irish Pub. ( Hailey Kehres )</figcaption></figure>“I’m trying to come up with different specials and not trying to keep the same menu all the time, because I don’t want to bore [people],” Blakeman said.The pub is also adding an upstairs portion to the restaurant that is designed to look homey and natural to provide customers with a comfortable, uniquely Irish experience with dining in.The main environment downstairs is decorated with pictures of the Hallihan family, along with the family crest in the shape of a shield. The interior is very colorful and eye-catching, and the people that work here are very welcoming and kind. Hallihan’s Irish Pub is definitely a must-visit for those who want a casual and captivating dining experience.Yokai Ramen BistroYokai Ramen Bistro can be seen at 48 N Sandusky St, where you can find sorts of different ramen dishes to satisfy your cravings. Yokai came to downtown to bring more diversity to the food available for people.<img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=41CspF_1GwdZl7t00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=41CspF_1GwdZl7t00" width="1920" height="1280" >“We saw here in Delaware no one [has food] like [this],” owner Xueqin Chen said. “That’s why I moved here and tried to make this area [have] more [of a] variety of food.”The interior of the restaurant showcases Japanese-inspired artwork, along with figurines from various Japanese anime including Demon Slayer, One Piece, and Pokémon.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0wgkaU_1GwdZl7t00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0wgkaU_1GwdZl7t00" width="2001" height="1501" ><figcaption>Spicy Jigoku ramen from Yokai Ramen Bistro. ( Hailey Kehres )</figcaption></figure>The menu has a variety of asian dishes, though the most popular entrees are the different choices of ramen. Yokai’s signature ramen dishes are the Yokai Ramen, “The Works”, and the Jigoku Ramen, “Hell Ramen.”The Bistro itself is very traditional and different from your typical American eateries, making a visit to this restaurant a very unique experience.The owner hopes people come to this place and get to see and feel the traditional Japanese environment.“We want people to try authentic food [and the] Japanese ramen,” Chen said.Dumpling StationLocated at 16 S Sandusky St, Dumpling Station has been going strong since its opening back in May.<img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=4ZT9zg_1GwdZl7t00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=4ZT9zg_1GwdZl7t00" width="1920" height="1280" >Dumpling Station offers a variety of food choices, though the most recommended dishes from the owner are any of the dumplings. People can decide if they want their dumplings to be boiled or fried, with both options having six different dumplings to choose from. Alongside the dumplings, this restaurant also offers multiple different soups, noodles, and rice options.“I never find [this kind of food] around here, so that’s why we tried to bring it here,” Owner Jason Jiang said.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1psX5O_1GwdZl7t00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1psX5O_1GwdZl7t00" width="2001" height="1501" ><figcaption>Dumpling Dynasty and Triple Decker Delight from Dumpling Station. ( Hailey Kehres )</figcaption></figure>The interior of the station has a modern Chinese style and feel, with the walls featuring the occasional photo of food. This restaurant also offers a self-ordering station for those who want a simple and speedy ordering experience. However, ordering at the front is also a good option because the server can recommend dishes to try if one is undecided.The owner wants people to come in, try new things, and experience a different culture at the Dumpling Station.“When [people] come here, [I hope they like] the food, or the culture overall. I want more people [to experience] traditional Chinese,” Jiang said.Ohana Island Bar And GrillResiding at 14 W William St, Ohana Island Bar And Grill is a vibrant pop of color to downtown Delaware. There are tables outside, with the inside being revealed by an overhead swinging door that is usually open on nice days so customers can choose whether they want to sit outside or inside.<img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=23MkJA_1GwdZl7t00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=23MkJA_1GwdZl7t00" width="1920" height="1280" >The exterior and interior are decorated with vibrant colors, both in artwork on the walls and accessories added to the fence outside and the bar inside. Compared to the normal American restaurants and bars downtown, this building takes the achievement for being the most colorful and cheerful-looking.As for the cuisine, it can vary.“Hawaiian food is basically a combination of different cuisines,” owner Jay Malhotra said. “It varies from Japanese to Korean to Chinese.”Ohana’s signature, as recommended by the owner, is the Katsu chicken, featuring panko-breaded chicken that comes with lettuce, ketchup, and house mayo as desired.“It’s one of the native Hawaiian entrees; that’s what it’s known for,” Malhotra said.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3HwQNj_1GwdZl7t00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3HwQNj_1GwdZl7t00" width="2001" height="1501" ><figcaption>Katsu Chicken Sampler from Ohana Island Grill And Bar with sides of egg rolls and Lumpia. ( Hailey Kehres )</figcaption></figure>Back when the previous owner was in charge, Ohana Island Bar And Grill was a chain, having multiple locations. However, the previous owner fell ill and ended up closing every location except the one found in Delaware.“The previous owner was very fond of this [restaurant], [but] because of his health, he had to shut down all the locations,” Malhotra said. “He didn’t want to let go of this restaurant because this was his legacy.”He ended up passing ownership of this location to Malhotra since the two were close at the time, so his legacy could continue on in downtown Delaware.This restaurant strives to make sure everyone has the best experience possible, wanting to connect people through food and culture.“Ohana, [in Hawaiian] means family,” Malhotra said. “Living in a smaller city, [like] Delaware, [there aren’t] many people, so everyone knows each other; everyone is family here. That’s the whole meaning of the restaurant.”That being said, Ohana Island Bar And Grill welcomes everyone, no matter the age. Students are especially valued, whether they are coming from college or high school.“School kids, anybody, you’re all more than welcome, [and] we’ll do a 20% discount for all the students coming from college and [other] schools,” Malhotra said.Opa Grill &amp; TavernOpa Grill and Tavern is found at 22 S. Sandusky St, and upon going inside, customers are greeted with a calm, mediterranean atmosphere.<img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2bNt9P_1GwdZl7t00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2bNt9P_1GwdZl7t00" width="1920" height="1280" >The restaurant itself has been here in downtown Delaware since 2015, having moved locations once from 18 S. Sandusky St. just a few doors down from where it is now found.“The restaurant was founded by a different Albanian family in 2010-ish. [My family] bought it in 2015, and we changed a little bit [like the] name, the menu, what we serve now, and so on,” owner Genti Koci said.To Koci, having Opa in Delaware is like having a piece of his home with him that he can share with everyone else.“We work hard, and we enjoy what we do, and we would like to share with the rest of the people in Delaware what we do, a part of our culture, part of the scene, conditions, and so on,” Koci said.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1gkVe6_1GwdZl7t00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1gkVe6_1GwdZl7t00" width="2001" height="1501" ><figcaption>Famous whiskey collection featured at Opa Grill &amp; Tavern. ( Hailey Kehres )</figcaption></figure>This restaurant’s signature dish, as recommended by the owner, is the traditional gyro, featuring gyro meat, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, banana peppers, feta cheese, and house-made garlic sauce, all wrapped in warm pita bread.This isn’t the only type of gyro served here either. There are a total of five different gyros, including the traditional. There is a kopanisti gyro, bourbon gyro, philly gyro, and falafel &amp; veggie gyro.Alongside the diverse selection of gyros, the menu also includes burgers, spreads, pastas, salads, and more.Besides their food, Opa is also known for its whiskey selection. The walls of both the downstairs and upstairs portions of the restaurant are lined with shelves and lockers containing expensive whiskey either available for purchase, or brought in by locals for display.“A lot of people come in here for the food, but also a lot of people come in for the whiskey. We have the largest whiskey selection in Ohio,” Koci said.Opa is certainly a unique and impressive place to visit, whether customers are looking for food or a good time at the bar.The owner also encourages people to go and visit other local businesses. Diverse businesses in Delaware are what make this town thrive and be the best it can be.“It is very vital for all the families to come together [and] support [local] small businesses,” Koci said.A few honorable mentions include Mi Cerrito if you are looking for authentic Mexican, Evowok with Asian-inspired cuisine, Amatos featuring scratch Italian, Desi Tadka Indian Restaurant and Sip and Spice Indian Bar and Grill, and finally Typhoon with Asian fusion and sushi.</div></body>

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