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[106] food & drink<br />
Merion Inn<br />
In the middle of the Historic District, a classic, beautiful bar, great food and world-class music<br />
HIGHLIGHTS<br />
WHERE IS IT? In the heart of the Historic District, a block from<br />
<strong>Cape</strong> <strong>May</strong>’s beach and the mall.<br />
WHY SHOULD I GO? This 1885 classic seafood and steak house<br />
is in <strong>Cape</strong> <strong>May</strong>’s DNA. It offers live piano music nightly and<br />
seasonal specialties, showcasing fresh, local catches. Newcomers<br />
discovering this gem for the first time and generations of those<br />
“coming home” are drawn by classics such as stuffed lobster tail<br />
and the Merion potato cup, its dress-up or dress-down relaxed<br />
ambiance, cozy candlelit dining rooms and mahogany bar — the<br />
oldest in <strong>Cape</strong> <strong>May</strong>, and the best place to get a martini, says<br />
Philadelphia magazine. In addition to classic cocktails, the Merion<br />
offers a reasonably priced, varied wine list, including offerings<br />
from local vineyards. A roster of talented pianists perform jazz<br />
standards and other favorites on the Steinway grand piano.<br />
INSIDER TIP In addition to nightly piano music, a weekly jazz<br />
trio performs Tuesdays (Thursdays in off-season). There’s an<br />
early diners’, three-course prix-fixe, plus an Express Menu is<br />
offered all night. A kids’ menu caters to the next generation of<br />
loyal diners.<br />
Farmer’s Market Salad<br />
Featuring seasonal<br />
veggies from local farms.<br />
<strong>Cape</strong> <strong>May</strong> Salts<br />
The local oyster that’s<br />
famed nationally.<br />
<strong>Cape</strong> <strong>May</strong> Scallops<br />
& Local Catch<br />
Changes often. Something<br />
that never changes? The<br />
quality of the dishes.<br />
Stuffed Lobster<br />
A Merion classic — cold<br />
water tail and crab meat.<br />
Filet Mignon, NY Strip,<br />
Prime Rib<br />
Optional preparations<br />
include au poivre,<br />
blackened, roquefort or<br />
with shrimp scampi.<br />
Simple Entrées<br />
Unadorned seafood,<br />
meats and vegetables are<br />
offered, gluten-free and<br />
healthy.<br />
For Vegetarians<br />
Vegetables take center<br />
stage. A veggie-centric<br />
potpourri of seasonal<br />
veggies with optional fish<br />
or meat add-on.<br />
Express Dinner<br />
Scaled-down entrée with<br />
small salad and dessert.<br />
Real Strawberry<br />
Shortcake<br />
You may find it impossible<br />
to resist, and who are we<br />
to judge? Have at it!<br />
106 DECATUR STREET l CAPE MAY l 609-884-8363 l merioninn.com
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