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Cafe Loren, Avalon, NJ

Cafe Loren

4.9 (1908)
$31 to $50
American
2288 Dune Drive, Avalon, NJ 08202

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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

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What 1,908 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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 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 is a beloved dining spot celebrated for its "outstanding food" and "attentive service." Diners rave about the perfectly cooked Halibut, Veal Loren, and creative appetizers. The cozy BYOB atmosphere adds charm, while the friendly staff ensures a memorable experience. A must-visit for exceptional dining at the Jersey Shore!
1,908 Reviews
  1. Carrie VIP

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite place to eat at! Cafe Loren is amazing from the ambiance to the service and above all else, the food. Veal Loren and Short Ribs are classics and are favorites. But all of their dishes are great. Excellent choice if you are looking for a higher end restaurant.

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  2. Sherry

    Pittsburgh / Western PA5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful overall. Experience!! Servers were friendly and efficient, and food was delicious and beautifully presented!!!

    1 person found this helpful

  3. connie VIP

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had three different entrees and all were delicious. .The server was very attentive - a great dining experience. Looking forward to returning.

    1 person found this helpful

  4. Dave

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic as usual. The Skate was amazing. Always great at Cafe Loren!

    1 person found this helpful

  5. Sherri VIP

    Philadelphia County71 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time dining at Cafe Loren. It did not disappoint. We started out with Caesar salad, which was very good. My entree was the “BLT”. Lobster, crab & bacon over pasta. It was delicious. I think it was the best entree I’ve had so far this summer.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. ALISON VIP

    South Carolina13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent and the service was also great! It is a yearly staple for us. Highly recommend the veal dish.

    1 person found this helpful

  7. David VIP

    Philadelphia County23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely dinner, great ambience, terrific service. It was our first time here thanks to Craig LeBan’s review. Never knew it was there but will certainly not forget it now, definitely will be back!!

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Matt VIP

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always look forward to summer! Because it’s cafe Loren time! So consistent and Amy our waiter is terrific!

    1 person found this helpful

  9. donna VIP

    Baltimore / Maryland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing meal. Perfectly cooked fish and great service!

    1 person found this helpful

  10. charles VIP

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely presentation and unique mixing of ingredients which provided novel tastes . We shall return.

    1 person found this helpful

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 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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