Where to Eat in Cape May

Mad Viking

Enjoy waterfront dining with a Viking twist at Mad Viking Dock Bar & Grill, featuring fresh seafood, creative drinks, harbor views, and a fun, family-friendly atmosphere at Cape May Harbor.
926 Ocean Drive Rd. , Cape May, NJ 08204 | |

H & H Seafood

For fresh seafood and Blue Claw Crabs in the Cape May area, visit H&H Seafood. We offer a variety of local seafood and dishes, with dockside dining and All-You-Can-Eat Crabs served on picnic tables. Enjoy casual, family-style seating on a first-come, first-served basis. You can also take seafood home from our market to prepare yourself.

 

956 Ocean Drive, Cape May , NJ 08204 | (609) 884-4555 |

The Ebbitt Room

Discover The Ebbitt Room's award-winning restaurant located within The Virginia Hotel in the heart of historic Cape May. Known for its innovative cuisine, attentive service and refined ambiance, the Ebbitt Room is strongly rooted in a farm-to-table, farm-to-glass dining philosophy and features the freshest ingredients from our very own Beach Plum Farm.
25 Jackson Street, Cape May, NJ 08204 | (609) 884-5700 |

The Boiler Room

 

Head over to the Boiler Room, a lively hotspot blending a delicious restaurant, laid-back lounge, and electric nightclub all in one. Indulge in mouthwatering brick-oven pizzas, enjoy an ice-cold draft beer, sip on expertly crafted classic cocktails, and soak in the unbeatable vibes. It's the perfect place for great food, drinks, and an even better time.

200 Congress Place, Cape May, NJ 08204 | (609) 884-6507 |

The Blue Pig Tavern

Gather at the Blue Pig Tavern, the distinctive restaurant tucked in the corner of Congress Hall. Known for hearty breakfast, lunch and dinner favorites, its name derives from a gambling parlor sited in Congress Hall in the mid-1800s. Earlier still, in the 1700s, Elias Hughes operated a tavern for whalers on this site. It was the first tavern in Cape May. Today, the Blue Pig Tavern offer timeless classics and new seasonal delights with ingredients that are always farm-fresh.
200 Congress Place, Cape May, NJ 08204 | (609) 884-8422 |

Beach Plum Farm

Beach Plum Farm is located less than two miles from Cape May’s historic downtown. Since 2008, Beach Plum Farm has grown to produce over 100 kinds of fruits and vegetables as well as chickens, eggs and Berkshire Hogs. The Farm provides produce and meats to local Cape May restaurants. 

Immerse yourself in the beauty and farm fresh flavors of Beach Plum Farm’s Farm-to-Table Dinner Series. These dinners are a celebration of Beach Plum Farm’s seasonal harvest, featuring farm raised meats, organic produce, and garden herbs. Dine under the stars, or in the festive hoop house, depending on the weather.

140 Stevens Street, West Cape May, NJ 08204 | (609) 459-0121 |

The Cricket Club of Cape May

Visit The Cricket Club, Cape May’s newest concept in Contemporary American Flair. Enjoy a deliciously wide menu of amazing dishes and full bar in a carefully planned unique atmosphere.

106 Decatur St., Cape May, NJ 08204 | 609-888-6095 |

Mad Batter Restaurant

Browse through art exhibits or enjoy live music while enjoying fine cuisine and drinks. Open year-round for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Daily happy hour specials from 4-6pm. Dine in the charming dining room and bar, on the sun-drenched porch, or in the serene garden terrace. The Mad Batter is an ideal location for weddings, reunions, and other events.

19 Jackson St., Cape May, NJ 08204 | 609-884-5970 |

Harry's Ocean Bar & Grille

Located directly across from the beach at the Montreal Beach Resort, Harry's Ocean Bar & Grille offers unparalleled views, live music, an on-site liquor store, and delicious coastal cuisine.

Pull up a stool at Cape May’s largest indoor/outdoor bar, or grab a booth in our dining room or panoramic ocean patio. Seeking a vibrant bar scene and entertainment? Our upstairs deck/bar has the best views and seasonal live music in Cape May.

1025 Beach Ave., Cape May, NJ 08204 | (609) 884-2779 |

Lobster House

For over four generations, this family-owned, renowned seafood restaurant has been offering delicious food, outstanding service and breathtaking views to its patrons. The dockside restaurant has its own commercial fishing fleet that brings in fresh seafood daily. With an authentic seaside atmosphere and a spectacular view, a trip to the Lobster House is not to be missed while down the shore.

Fisherman's Wharf, Cape May, NJ 08204 | 609-884-8296 |

Ocean 7

Savor the view while dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner.  Arrive early and grab a signature cocktail on the covered front porch while enjoying a sea breeze.

Ocean 7, located in the newly renovated Inn of Cape May, a landmark since 1894.  Ocean 7 offers beachfront dining in an elegantly casual atmosphere complimenting a creative menu.  For lunch grab a seat on the outdoor patio and taste our fresh inspired sandwiches such as southern fried chicken, vegan burgers or

Kick off your dinner with champagne and oysters followed by miso butter seared scallops, grilled veal chop or broiled crab cakes. Save room for our house made desserts featuring banana foster, cheesecake, or a slice of BIG chocolate cake to name a few.

7 Ocean Ave., Cape May, NJ 08204 | (609) 884-5555 |

SeaSalt Restaurant

Offering a truly unique seafood fine dining experience featuring fresh indigenous ingredients paired with specialty cocktails and wines in an unforgettable chic beach setting at the Ocean Club Hotel.  With hints of Asian and Mediterranean influences, the innovative and flavorful food is only rivaled by the restaurant's ambiance and attention to detail.

1035 Beach Ave., Cape May, NJ 08204 | (609) 884-7000 |

Pier House Restaurant

Treat your senses to delectable coastal delights at Pier House, one of Cape May's newest restaurants. Their culinary experts excel at bringing exquisite flavors to life using only the freshest ingredients, including locally caught seafood.. Let the waves set the perfect backdrop as you savor exceptional flavors or kick back with a cocktail at the spacious bar while taking in the spectacular ocean views.

The Pier House is open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Check the website for the latest hours. Outdoor patio dining available weather permitting. 

1317 Beach Ave., Cape May, NJ 08204 | (609) 898-2244 |

Barefoot Bar & Restaurant at Marquis de Lafayette Hotel

Great food, good music and fun company with the best beach view in the city. Step right off the sand into the Barefoot Bar & Restaurant. Open seasonally; its’ relaxed, casual vibe is the perfect place to grab a nice cold cocktail and a bite to eat.  Daily Happy Hour and Pet Friendly.

501 Beach Ave., Cape May, NJ 08204 | (609) 884-3500 |

Mayer's Tavern

Welcome to Mayer’s Tavern! Built in the early 1940’s as a fisherman’s bar and long known for it’s colorful clientele, Mayers Tavern re-opened in 2018 with a clean new look and a fresh menu. The legendary fried scallops and sunsets remain! 

894 3rd Ave., Cape May, NJ 08204 | (609) 435-5078 |

The Magnolia Room at the Chalfonte Hotel

The Magnolia Room at The Chalfonte Hotel in Cape May, NJ, offers a charming blend of Southern-inspired cuisine and historic ambiance. Renowned for its signature fried chicken, crab cakes, and classic desserts, the restaurant provides a nostalgic dining experience on its picturesque veranda during the warmer months. Housed in Cape May’s oldest continually operating hotel, the dining room reflects the timeless elegance and hospitality of a bygone era.

301 Howard St., Cape May, NJ 80204 | 609-884-8409 |
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