Petunia

Name: Petunia
Address: 3 Mechanic St, Middle Township, NJ, United States, 08210-2221
Telephone: (609) 778-2671
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (268)

$31 to $50

Contemporary European

3 Mechanic St, Middle Township, NJ 08210-2221

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2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Discover Petunia, a boutique BYOB restaurant in Cape May Court House. Just 15 minutes from Stone Harbor, it's perfect for a relaxing outing near the county park and zoo.

During the day, enjoy The Delicatessen at Petunia's handcrafted sandwiches, salads, and wraps. Whether for takeout or dining in our cozy dining room or picturesque garden patio.

In the evening, delight in Petunia's rustic Italian/European cuisine. Executive Chef Nick Price offers fresh pasta and comforting dishes, served in a warmly lit dining room or outdoor patio. Explore fresh flavors in a tranquil setting at Petunia, where every meal is memorable.

BYOB | Cash & Credit Accepted | Smart Casual

Outdoor tables are allocated day of - weather permitting. Please indicate in your guest requests if you would like outdoor seating for first priority if space allows.

While children are welcome to dine with us, we do NOT have HIGHCHAIRS or a children's menu.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary European, Italian, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 10:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(609) 778-2671
Website
http://www.petuniabyob.com/
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Nick Price

Location
3 Mechanic St, Middle Township, NJ 08210-2221
Neighborhood
Cape May Court House
Cross street
Mechanic Street & Main Street (Route 9)
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch

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Popular dishes

Focaccia B & B$15.00
Focaccia, Assorted Dinner Rolls, Truffle Butter, Garlic Confit, Pesto
Ricotta Meatballs$14.00
Veal, Beef, Pork, Marinara, Ricotta, Parmesan
Burrata$16.00
Pancetta, Cherry Tomatoes, Basil, Rosemary Garlic Oil, Balsamic Glaze
Baked Goat Cheese$16.00
Hazelnut, Apricot Jam, Honey, Crostini
Stuffed Mushroom$16.00
Portobello, Garlic, Boursin, Fresh Herbs, Pancetta, Mozzarella
Caesar$12.00
Artisan Romaine, Creamy Caesar, Parmesan, Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic Confit, Croutons
Wedge$14.00
Artisan Romaine, Cherry Tomatoes, Pancetta, Red Onion, Gorgonzola Vinaigrette

Entrees

Spaghetti & Meatballs$28.00
Ricotta Meatballs, Marinara, Mascarpone, Parmesan, Garlic Confit, Basil
Truffle Alfredo$34.00
Traditional Preparation, Fettuccine, Pecorino Romano, Black Truffle Butter
Venison Bolognese$36.00
Pappardelle, Grass-fed Venison, Garlic Confit, Parmesan, Pancetta
Shrimp Scampi$36.00
Fettuccine, Jumbo Shrimp, Garlic Confit, Cherry Tomato, Pinot Grigio, Lemon
Gnocchi Gorgonzola$34.00
Kale, Cherry Tomatoes, Pancetta, Gorgonzola Cream
Burrata Ravioli$35.00
Marinara, Pesto, Parmesan
Lemon Herb Salmon$44.00
EVOO, Thyme, Rosemary, Honey, Tuscan Risotto, Broccolini
Bone-In Pork Chop$44.00
Potato Mash, Broccolini, Italian Barbecue
Beef Tenderloin$47.00
Only Served Medium Rare. Potato Mash, Forest Mushroom, Black Truffle Butter, Demi-Glace

A la Carte & Accoutrements

Potato Mash$8.00
Bread & Butter$5.00
Oyster Mushroom$10.00
Broccolini$8.00
Fresh Pasta$12.00
Any available type of pasta with Marinara, EVOO, Pesto or Rosemary Butter
Tuscan Risotto$10.00

What 268 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Cape May
Best Ambiance
Cape May
Innovative
Cape May
Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Petunia is a delightful BYOB spot that consistently impresses with "fantastic food" and "wonderful, informative wait staff." The restaurant offers a cozy ambiance and a unique menu that includes standout dishes like tiramisu and lemon herb salmon. Despite occasional service hiccups, many patrons express a strong desire to return.

268 Reviews

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Richard VIP
Philadelphia County29 reviews
2.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Overall service was slow, waitress scattered and food meh. Gnocchi was heavy and overly salty.
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Kim VIP
Philadelphia County1 review
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely place and fantastic service. Food was good and the prices were reasonable for the Jersey shore. More people should discover this place!
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Maria
Philadelphia County3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Went this charming BYOB over the weekend based on reviews. Didn't disappoint! Limited menu, but everything was delicious. Still growing into service..ask for order the bread (extra charge but worth it). Will go back for sure.
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Mary VIP
Philadelphia County25 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Good experience but service was a little off. Not a lot of attention. Food was better than the last time we were there when it first opened.
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Caryl VIP
Philadelphia County36 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed dinner Friday evening. I had the lasagna and my husband had another pasta and we enjoyed both. The focaccia plate starter was delicious. Service was a little slow but we would definitely go back.
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Sonal
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Petunia is a hidden gem! The food is fantastic- better Italian than most of the places in the Islands. The service was excellent. Would highly recommend. We will definitely be going back.
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Michael
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service. Would recommend to go to esp if you want to get out of town to CM courthouse
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Jenny
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We enjoyed the food and the service. We are going back next week for 2nd time in a month to make sure that we feel the same way.
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Tim
New York City3 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Overall, the taste of food was good but could have been better if the flavor was improved on a shrimp dish. Our feeling is that bread and butter should be offered as part of the meal instead of being a $5.00 charge on the menu. I would have enjoyed some bread to go with the pasta sauce but did not want to pay the fee. Service was fine but the piped in music was too loud for our taste.
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Brett VIP
Philadelphia County12 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic experience! Everything was amazing! Can’t wait to go back. So many things on the menu still to try!!
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FAQs

Petunia offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (609) 778-2671.

Petunia is rated 4.7 stars by 268 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

3 Mechanic St, Middle Township, NJ 08210-2221

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Mechanic Street & Main Street (Route 9)
Neighborhood
Cape May Court House
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 10:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary European, Italian, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Executive chef
Nick Price
Additional
BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch

Website
http://www.petuniabyob.com/
Phone number
(609) 778-2671

Petunia

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

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Baked Goat Cheese

Spaghetti & Meatballs

Pappardelle

Appetizers

Focaccia B & B$15.00

Ricotta Meatballs$14.00

Burrata$16.00

Baked Goat Cheese$16.00

Stuffed Mushroom$16.00

Caesar$12.00

Wedge$14.00

Entrees

Spaghetti & Meatballs$28.00

Truffle Alfredo$34.00

Venison Bolognese$36.00

Shrimp Scampi$36.00

Gnocchi Gorgonzola$34.00

Burrata Ravioli$35.00

Lemon Herb Salmon$44.00

Bone-In Pork Chop$44.00

Beef Tenderloin$47.00

A la Carte & Accoutrements

Potato Mash$8.00

Bread & Butter$5.00

Oyster Mushroom$10.00

Broccolini$8.00

Fresh Pasta$12.00

Tuscan Risotto$10.00

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