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Cafe Loren, Avalon, NJ

Cafe Loren

4.9 (1876)
$31 to $50
American
2288 Dune Drive, Avalon, NJ 08202

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
The Café Loren was opened in 1978 and offers fine dining in an atmosphere of casual seashore elegance. For four decades our menu has kept pace with American culinary trends. Over the years our heavy French influence has given way to American cuisine, a happy hybrid of styles, methods and ingredients from around the globe. Our menu can best be described as "American Coastal Cuisine". American because of our diverse preparations and Coastal because of our emphasis on seafood. But meat lovers have not been forgotten. We offer superbly prepared lamb, veal, beef and pork.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Avalon
  • Cross street
    23rd St.
  • Parking details
    Limited parking is available in our lot on the 23rd street side of the building.
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 1,876 people are saying

Cafe Loren reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Jersey

    American

  • Cape May

    Best Overall

  • Cape May

    Best Food

  • Cape May

    Best Service

  • Cape May

    Best Value

  • Cape May

    Innovative

  • Cape May

    Neighborhood gem

  • Cape May

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Loren in Avalon consistently delivers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent food and excellent service." Known for its "deliciously tasty menu" and "superb service," guests rave about dishes like Veal Loren, halibut, and "one of the best meals ever," the swordfish. The "friendly, professional" staff and cozy atmosphere make it a "must dining experience" at the shore.
1,876 Reviews
  1. Michael VIP

    Baltimore / Maryland14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience. Delicious food all around. Highly recommend

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  2. Christine VIP

    New Jersey5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cafe Loren never disappoints! Halibut was grilled to perfection ! Scallops were excellent! Amy was a perfect helpful server. Can’t wait to go back !

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  3. Mary

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    “We enjoyed everything about our visit to Cafe Loren. The dishes were beautifully presented, the atmosphere was lively yet relaxing, and the service was top-notch. A complete experience! This restaurant is always a fantastic choice and we look forward to going back. Thank you!

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  4. Thea VIP

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always love Cafe Loren. Elegant but not stuffy… Relaxing, nice service and delicious food. What more can you ask for!

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  5. Ellen

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good, food delicious, salmon entree excellent. A bit noisy but quieter than most!

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  6. Ted VIP

    Western Kentucky / SW Indiana7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been there several times over the years. Great restaurant. Mussels were excellent and prepared in Thai sauce. Red snapper was freshly and tasty. Bread was fresh baked and hot from the over.

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  7. Ron

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I don’t usually write reviews but this restaurant was so exceptional I feel like I need to. WOW! So good. Enjoyed every moment of our experience there the food the service best way to have celebrated our anniversary. Thank you so much!!!!

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  8. Maryann VIP

    Baltimore / Maryland13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is consistently good and daily specials add interest to the menu. Servers are attentive.

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  9. Theresa VIP

    Philadelphia County37 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food and service here are fabulous. The ambiance and atmosphere could use a do over.

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  10. Ann VIP

    Philadelphia County23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cafe Loren serves the best food. Their Halibut and veal are delicious. Service is attentive but not overdone.

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FAQs

Cafe Loren is rated 4.9 stars by 1876 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today
Google Map for Cafe Loren

2288 Dune Drive, Avalon, NJ 08202

Additional information

  • Cross street
    23rd St.
  • Neighborhood
    Avalon
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Limited parking is available in our lot on the 23rd street side of the building.
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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