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Cafe Loren, Avalon, NJ

Cafe Loren

4.9 (1895)
$31 to $50
American
2288 Dune Drive, Avalon, NJ 08202

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 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

What 1,895 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 consistently delights diners with "always delicious food" and "excellent service." This cozy BYOB spot stands out for its fresh ingredients and beautifully presented dishes. Guests enjoy a lively yet relaxing atmosphere, making it "a must dining experience" at the Jersey Shore. A favorite for anniversaries and special occasions.
1,895 Reviews
  1. Judy VIP

    Philadelphia County8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food !!! Halibut always a favorite Service and ambience lovely

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  2. Dennis

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cafe Loren was just fantastic from the minute we stepped in the front door until we left. The Veal Loren was melt in your mouth perfectly done. (Chefs choice) A definite stop on our way to the shore.

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  3. Kevin

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been dining at Cafe Loren for 30 years. Food is Delicious and the service is friendly and quick. Always enjoy our night out at Cafe Loren. Get the Veal Loren.

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  4. Charles

    Philadelphia County8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food at Café Loren was outstanding.  the service was top-notch. We had a great time and can’t wait to get back again.  great

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  5. Katharyn

    New Jersey3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing as usual. I look forward to coming here each year time and time again. Survive and good is always above expectation. The tile dish special was out of this world!

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Sarah VIP

    Philadelphia County24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very good. Service was great. Overall we were very happy with everything.

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Terry VIP

    Philadelphia County70 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently excellent creative food with fresh ingredients. Recommend unqualifiedly.

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  8. susan VIP

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore48 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The greatest staff of any restaurant in South Jersey.

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Stacie

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fabulous fine dining experience. There. Were tablecloths and attentive servers who didn't hover. The food was absolutely delicious. I had the tuna appetizer, veal entree, and the peanut butter pie. Companion had clams starter, scampi entree, and pot du creme for dessert. The portions were just right! And BYOB means we had exactly the wine we wanted. Couldn't recommend it more highly.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best. Regardless of what you select, the best. Dishes, service, plating, ambience:the best.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 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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