REHOBOTH BEACH, Del.– Grotto Pizza, a casual-dining restaurant based in Rehoboth Beach since 1960, announced Monday the recent purchase of Dolle’s Realty, Inc., an oceanfront property located at the corner of One Rehoboth Avenue and the Boardwalk.
The Dolle's property housed the icon Dolle's Candyland, which had sold popcorn, taffey and other treats since 1927. But on Sunday, Jan. 31, Dolle's closed its doors with plans to move 100 feet to the west and become part of Ibach’s Candy by the Sea.]=
Grotto Pizza currently owns the Boardwalk property north of Dolle’s that stretches to Baltimore Avenue. Dominick Pulieri, Grotto Pizza founder, said that he was “excited to be able to acquire the Dolle's property. Grotto Pizza has not yet developed specific plans for the property. However, Grotto Pizza plans to relocate its North Boardwalk restaurant on the corner of Baltimore Avenue, one block south to the corner of Rehoboth Avenue.”
“We’re thankful for the opportunity to relocate our business to a location that’s so memorable to all who live, visit, or work in Rehoboth Beach,” said Pulieri. “Tradition, hospitality and community are the core ingredients of the Grotto experience and we’re thankful to all who continually invite us to join in their dining traditions. Cheers to a brighter 2021 and thank you for your business!”
Current leases will be honored, and the Dolle’s storefront will be available for lease in the short-term.