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Best Restaurants in Cape May NJ | Where to Eat in 2026

Cape May, New Jersey offers one of the most diverse dining scenes at the Jersey Shore, from historic fine dining restaurants and oceanfront seafood spots to casual BYOB gems and brunch favorites. Whether you are visiting for a weekend getaway or planning a day trip, these are the best restaurants in Cape May NJ for waterfront views, date nights, brunch, and local favorites.

The Lobster House, photo courtesy of @amberkat831

Seafood Restaurants

410 Bank Street
410 Bank St
609-884-2127

The Lobster House
906 Schellenger’s Landing Rd
609-884-8296

Louisa’s Café
104 Jackson St
609-884-5882

Lucky Bones
1200 Route 109
609-884-2663

Photo courtesy of Louisa’s Cafe

Restaurants with a View

Harbor View
954 Ocean Dr
609-884-5444

Harpoons on the Bay
91 Beach Dr
North Cape May
609-886-5529

McGlade’s On the Pier
722 Beach Ave
609-884-2614

 

Breakfast/Brunch Spots

Blue Pig Tavern
Congress Hall
200 Congress Pl
609-884-8422

Harry’s Ocean Bar & Grille
1025 Beach Ave
609-884-2779

The Mad Batter
19 Jackson St
609-884-5970

The Red Store
500 Cape Ave
609-884-5757

Uncle Bill’s Pancake House
261 Beach Ave
609-884-7199 

Coffee Shops

Coffee Tyme at the Beach
315 Beach Ave
609-435-5647

Magic Brain Café
31 Perry St
[email protected]

Ostara’s Coffee House
600 Park Blvd 29-3
West Cape May

Out There Coffee
Washington Commons
315 Ocean St Unit 22
[email protected]

Uncle Charley’s, photo courtesy of @love_phillyfood

Ice Cream

Fine Fellows Creamery
313 Beach Ave
609-854-4934

Peace Pie
326 Carpenters Ln
609-435-5321

Uncle Charley’s
310 Washington Street
609-408-4751

Cocktail Stops

The Brown Room at Congress Hall
200 Congress Pl
609-884-8421

Nauti Spirits Distillery
916 Shunpike Rd
609-770-3381

Photo courtesy of Good Earth Organic Eatery

Vegetarian + Vegan Options

Bella Vida Garden Café
406 N Broadway
West Cape May
609-884-6332

George’s Place
301 Beach Ave
609-884-6088

Good Earth Organic Eatery
600 Park Blvd
West Cape May
609-898-6161

Union Park Dining Room 
Hotel Macomber
727 Beach Ave
609-884-8811

Historic Spots

The Ebbitt Room
Virginia Hotel & Cottages
25 Jackson St
609-884-5700

Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant
1301 Beach Ave
609-884-9090

The Ugly Mug
426 Washington St
609-884-3459

The Washington Inn
801 Washington St
609-884-5697

Casual Dining

5 West Pub
3729 Bayshore Rd
North Cape May
609-889-7000

C-View Inn
1380 Washington St
609-884-4712

La Doña Restaurante Mexicano
31 Perry St
609-884-5503

 

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