Sambo’s Tavern, Leipsic DE

This is a flat ride through farm country and wetlands near Leipsic, DE.  Note that there is little shade on this route.

DIRECTIONS:  Go south on US Rt. 13 to Smyrna and exit left onto Smyrna-Leipsic Rd. Continue on that road until it merges into Rt. 9 South which is also known as Hay Point Landing Rd. Continue on Rt. 9, crossing the bridge over the Leipsic River. Take the first left  after the bridge which is Front St. The tavern is about 2 blocks down on the left. The parking lot is across the street. Park in the back of the lot near the dumpsters. For GPS the address of the tavern is 283 Front St, Leipsic, DE 19901. Option for lunch at Sambo’s after the ride. The tavern faces the Leipsic River and known for crabs and crab cakes. Please note that at the last visit they did not accept credit or debit cards so bring cash if you plan to eat lunch there.

From the intersection of US-13 & DE-273 (at Hares Corner). Continue on US-13 south for 6.5 mi. You can continue straight on toll road, DE-1 south for 23.7 mi. Take exit 114, on the right, heading toward Smyrna. Turn left to return to US-13 (Dupont Blvd) south for 4.2 mi. Turn left onto DE-42 & proceed 3.7 mi. Turn left onto Front St & proceed 0.3 mi. The parking lot is on the left.