Restaurants near Cape May Lighthouse

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1. Sapore Italiano

4.8

Exceptional(7427)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cape May

Booked 118 times today

Sapore Italiano is a fine dining restaurant aiming to bring the best to our customers.We are open for dinner every day from 4pm - 10pm.Spring hours (February-April) - Thursday - SundayReservation are required. Own cakes are not allowed except wedding reception. Every year we are participating in Restaurant Week Event which takes place in June and November. Before making reservation please check menu on https://www.cmrestaurantweek.com/

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2. The Blue Pig Tavern

4.7

Exceptional(3623)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Cape May

Booked 143 times today

Gather at the Blue Pig Tavern, our distinctive restaurant tucked in the corner of Congress Hall. Known for hearty breakfast, lunch and dinner favorites, its name derives from a gambling parlor sited in Congress Hall in the mid-1800s. Earlier still, in the 1700s, Elias Hughes operated a tavern for whalers on this site. It was the first tavern in Cape May. Today, we offer timeless classics and new seasonal delights with ingredients that are always farm-fresh.

3. Tisha's

4.8

Exceptional(8179)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Cape May

Booked 107 times today

Let us tantalize your tastebuds and awaken your inner foodie.Come join us for such delights as Halibut topped with jumbo lump crabmeat or grilled filet Mignon topped with grilled lobster tail finished with béarnaise.Whatever your choice may be, we promise to make your experience a memorable one.

4. Washington Inn

4.9

Exceptional(9217)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Cape May

Booked 71 times today

Built in 1840, this Cape May estate is now home to the acclaimed Washington Inn and Wine Bar. The Craig Family has carefully preserved the beauty & essence of this distinctive treasure without undertaking major alterations to its original form. The Inn's welcoming facade overlooks tree-lined Washington Street in the seaside community Historic District. The Washington Inn offers six unique dining areas, from a summer patio to cozy fireside tables. Cocktails are a must in the Wine Bar, where the passing Cape May scene can be best appreciated. Often described as romantic, our easy-going elegance will satisfy anyone's craving for fine dining. Our enticing menu offers the best of American cuisine but with an inventive, upscale edge. Food, Service, and Ambiance, the essential ingredients for dining excellence, are all masterfully blended here at the Washington Inn. Come experience it for yourself!

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5. The Ebbitt Room at the Virginia

4.7

Exceptional(3190)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Cape May

Booked 56 times today

The award winning Ebbitt Room restaurant is nestled within the stylish Virginia Hotel on Jackson Street in the heart of Cape May's historic district. One of Cape May's most popular and famous restaurants, The Ebbitt Room serves inventive contemporary American cuisine with a focus on farm-to-table dining with ingredients grown from our very own Beach Plum Farm. In addition to its regular a la carte menu, The Ebbitt Room offers nightly pre fixe menu's showcasing the best of what each season has to offer. The bar serves small plates nightly. Their wine list, the recipient of numerous Wine Spectator awards features selections from all the major wine regions of the world with an emphasis on boutique & cult producers.

6. Panico's Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(2076)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cape May

Booked 43 times today

Panico’s is a family-owned restaurant. The owners and staff strive to make your dining experience feel warm, welcoming and elegant. Panico’s serves classic and innovative cuisine that has an Italian flair with Mediterranean influences. We offer a variety of Macaroni dishes, entrees, and brick oven pizza to please everyone in the family. Don’t forget to bring your favorite bottle of wine!

7. Peter Shields Inn

4.8

Exceptional(7154)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Cape May

Booked 55 times today

The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant features a seasonally driven menu bursting with creativity. A favorite of Cape May locals and visitors alike, PSI offers a la carte dining along with a variety of seasonal tasting menus throughout the year. The magnificent ocean views offer the perfect setting to celebrate a special occasion or simply enjoy a memorable dining experience in beautiful Cape May. During the summer months outdoor dining is available on the front porch overlooking the ocean, and several fireplaces keep the restaurant feeling cozy throughout the winter. Live piano music can be enjoyed at the restaurant all year long. PSI also specializes in hosting elegant ocean front weddings throughout the year, making this the perfect location for special celebrations. The dress code at PSI is Business Casual. PSI is no longer a BYOB as of 1/1/25, we offer a full spirits, wine and beer list. There is a $40 corkage fee for guests that would like to bring in a personal bottle.

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8. Maison Bleue Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(398)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Cape May

Booked 41 times today

The little French bistro you always wished was just around the corner is here. Maison Bleue is the brainchild of Sandy and John Vizzone, owners of The Hugh B&B, along with partner Executive Chef Anthony Depasquale.Together, they have created a stylish—and delicious—interpretation of a classic French bistro. Like The Hugh, Maison Bleue is a perfect concoction of flair, verve, and intimacy.We will also be announcing a New Year's Eve Special Menu very soon!

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9. Beach Plum Farm Kitchen

4.9

Exceptional(72)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Cape May

Booked 1 time today

Experience the beauty of Beach Plum Farm with our signature Farm-to-Table Dinner Series. Nestled on 62 acres of preserved farmland in Cape May, our dinners take place amidst rows of heirloom vegetables, wildflower meadows, or inside one of our nearby greenhouses. Each meal showcases the bounty of our seasonal harvest—pasture-raised meats, organic produce, and freshly picked garden herbs. Dine beneath a canopy of stars or inside our warmly lit hoop house, surrounded by the sights, scents, and sounds of the farm. Dinners are served family-style at long communal tables, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere where guests come together to share in the experience.Please note: Farm Dinners are best enjoyed by guests 21 and over. All dinners are BYOB. If a guest in your party has a dietary restriction, please contact Beach Plum Farm before booking.

10. Union Park

4.8

Exceptional(4081)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Cape May

Booked 33 times today

Across from the ocean, this elegant dining room serves classic American food with a special touch. Union Park Dining Room received New Jersey Monthly Magazine 2005 thru 2018 Critics Choice Award as one of the best restaurants in New Jersey. Working his magic behind the scenes, chef John Schatz has overseen the kitchens of some sophisticated eateries in the Philadelphia/South Jersey area, including the former Maureen's in Cape May. The large, spacious dining rooms with their fireplaces, cherry & mahogany furniture & antique fixtures are romance personified. Settle in for a memorable meal. Open Table Diner's Choice Award 2010-2020Private dining rooms available from 8 to 80 guests. Banquet Facilities: Located in the historic Hotel Macomber, union park dining room is available for both casual & elegant parties, receptions, special occasion dinners or complete weddings. Our facility can host groups up to 130 people, depending on the type of reception you des

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ChristopherVIP
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always meets expectations. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Food impeccable. Special thanks to sommelier Tyler for his wine recommendation. Always an amazing experience and a highlight of our annual Cape May trip.
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Washington InnPrice: Very Expensive• American• Cape May
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4.9
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LisaVIP
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing atmosphere, food and service. Our favorite.
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The Ebbitt Room at the VirginiaPrice: Very Expensive• American• Cape May
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4.7
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JLMPVIP
Philadelphia County •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always an Excellent meal, loved everything I ordered!
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Sapore ItalianoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Cape May
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4.8
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Melissa
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Absolutely phenomenal! Food was delicious, outdoor seating was beautiful and our waitress was the sweetest person we’ve ever had! So accommodating, helpful kind. Definitely going to return again.
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The Blue Pig TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Cape May
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4.7
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JohnVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •170 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wonderful service and delicious food. Highly recommend the New England clam chowder, seafood risotto, and pesto shrimp and gnocchi dishes.
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Tisha'sPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Cape May
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4.8

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