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THE ULTIMATE CAPE MAY FOOD & DRINK GUIDE
What You Need To
Know About The
Food And The Vibe
Meals
Served
Price Of
Entrées
Bar Or
BYOB?
Should I
Book?
Food For
Kids?
THE LOBSTER HOUSE
Fisherman’s Wharf, Cape May
(609) 884-8296
www.thelobsterhouse.com
Take-out, fish market, restaurant, raw bar, breakfast,
dinner... The Lobster House has it all. Drinks on the
Schooner American before dinner is a must-do Cape
May experience.
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$5-$48.50
Cards:
V, MC,
AE, D
FULL BAR NO YES
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LOUISA’S CAFÉ
104 Jackson Street, Cape May
(609) 884-5882
www.louisascapemay.com
Long before farm to table was the hot new thing to
talk about, Louisa’s was practicing that philosophy.
Nearly 40 years later, they’re maintaining that
culinary excellence. Fresh ingredients, good food.
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$20-$25
Cash Only
BYOB YES NO
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LUCKY BONES
1200 Route 109, Cape May
609) 884-BONE
www.luckybonesgrill.com
A huge hit and locals’ favorite for a reason. Excellent
food (the thin-crust pizzas are excellent), great bar
vibe and service. Lucky Bones gets it right every time.
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$6-$25
Cards:
V, MC,
AE, D
FULL BAR
For tables
of eight or
more
YES
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MAD BATTER
19 Jackson Street, Cape May
(609) 884-5970
www.madbatter.com
It’s the original fine dining restaurant in Cape May.
The food is always creative and the breakfasts and
brunches, hard to beat — hence the lines.
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$26-$37
Cards:
V, MC,
AE, D
FULL BAR NO YES
b
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MAGNOLIA ROOM
301 Howard Street, Cape May
(609) 884-8409
www.chalfonte.com
MARIO’S PIZZA
Washington Commons
(609) 884-0085
www.mariosofcapemay.com
Located inside the Chalfonte Hotel, enjoy southern
home cooking with traditional recipes from Helen
Dickerson — a legacy continued by her daughter,
Lucille and Chef John Suita.
Homemade specialties and secret sauces, from classic
pizza (using homemade dough daily) to paninis, garlic
knots and pasta dishes.
B, D
L, D
$12-$33
Cards:
V, MC,
AE, D
$6-$20
Cards:
V, MC,
AE, D
FULL BAR YES YES
BYOB NO YES
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MAYER’S TAVERN
894 3rd Avenue, Cape May
(609) 435-5078
www.mayerstavern.com
The legendary harborfront dive bar reopened with
a smart renovation undertaken by the Laudeman
family. But the character remains, along with those
fried scallops.
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$15-$19
Cards:
V, MC, AE, D
FULL BAR NO YES
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MERION INN
106 Decatur Street, Cape May
(609) 884-8363
www.merion inn.com
MUDHEN
127 W. Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood
(609) 846-7918
www.mudhenbrew.com
The dim, amber lighting, dark wooden bar, period
fittings and classy staff give a special ambience.
Listen to live piano music as you eat, or linger over
cocktails at the classic bar. Patio dining available, too.
Sip on craft beers inside this rustic brewpub while
enjoying delicious and casual fare including their
BBQ smokehouse menu, juicy burgers and specialty
mac-and-cheese dishes. Great outdoor space!
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L, D
$10-$34
Cards:
V, MC,
AE, D
$14-$35
Cards:
V, MC,
AE, D
FULL BAR YES YES
FULL BAR NO YES
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NICK FILET
316 Beach Avenue, Wildwood
(609) 600-3816
www.nickfilet.com
Enjoy the ultimate comfort food — affordable and
high-quality filet mignon and Maine lobster included
in delicious signature recipes.
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$11-$20
Cards:
V, MC,
AE, D
BYOB NO YES
b
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OCEAN VIEW
Beach and Grant Avenues, Cape May
(609) 884-3772
www.oceanviewrestaurant.com
A large and very reliable menu. Classic diner food,
oversized portions, and very reasonably priced. A
locals’ favorite for a reason.
B, L, D
$9-$30
Cards:
V, MC,
AE, D
BYOB NO YES
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KEY u Onsite parking b Wheelchair accessible H Takeout available U Dog-friendly patio in season
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