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Polpo - Avalon

Name: Polpo - Avalon
Address: 3250 Dune Drive, Avalon, NJ, United States, 08202
Telephone: (609) 830-2904
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1478 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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Italian Restaurant that specializes in Venetian fare with a focus on seafood.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 4, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

Order online

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(609) 830-2904
Website
https://ristorantepolpo.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Bujar Daku

Location
3250 Dune Drive, Avalon, NJ 08202
Neighborhood
Avalon
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Popular dishes

Polpo alla Griglia
Grilled octopus, artichokes, and red onions served with a lemon pesto emulsion
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Calamari Fritti$15.95
Fresh fried calamari, vegetables, and shrimp served with a side of marinara sauce
Cozze$12.95
P.E.I mussels sautéed in a garlic white or marinara sauce
Vongole$13.95
Clams sautéed in a garlic white or marinara sauce
Caprese$14.95
Slices of tomato, long hot peppers, avocado and fresh mozzarella topped with basil and extra virgin olive oil
Fondi di Carciofi$13.95
Roman artichokes wrapped with speck served with a side of horseradish dipping sauce
Bruschetta$9.95
Ask your server for bruschetta of the day
Burrata$15.95
Burrata cheese with prosciutto and green olives
Gamberi alla Grigilia$15.95
Grilled shrimp with marinated cannellini beans finished in a basil oil drizzel

Insalata

Cesare$9.95
Romaine lettuce with Caesar dressing and shaved parmigiana
Rucola$10.95
Baby arugula, shaved parmigiana, and cherry tomatoes in e.v.o.o dressing
Spinaci$10.95
Baby spinach tossed with gorgonzola, pine nuts, and crispy pancetta in a raspberry vinaigrette
Anguria e Feta$11.95
Watermelon, feta cheese with mint and basil
Baby Kale$11.95
Baby kale with pears, strawberries, dried cranberries, and gorgonzola in a raspberry vinaigrette dressing
Pomodorini$11.95
Heirloom mixded cheery tomatoes, feta cheese, olives, red onion and sweet peppers

Crudo

Gamberetti$14.95
Chilled jumpo shrimp served with a classic cocktail sauce
Crudo
Ask your sever for the crudo of the day
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Polpo$18.95
Octopus, mixed peppers, olives, fingerling potatoes, capers with a dressing of lemon juice and olive oil

Contori

Cavolo di Bruxelles$10.95
Brussels sprouts baked with bread crumbs, pine nuts, truffle oil and stracciatella
Rapini in Padela$9.95
Tender bitter broccoli rabe cooked with garlic and cachiavallo cheese
Asparagus alla Griglia$6.95
Grilled asparagus wrapped with prosciutto and topped with E.V.O.O
Pasta Pomodoro$7.95
Choice of spaghetti or penne, basil
Sautee Spinach$8.95
Sauteed in garlic oil sauce

Pollo

Pollo alla Fontana$27.95
Chicken cutlet topped with prosciutto, spinach, & mozzarella finished in a cognac demi-glaze
Pollo alla Francese$26.95
Chicken breast dipped in egg, sautéed with capers in lemon white wine served
Pollo alla Picatta$25.95
Chicken breast sautéed with mushrooms & capers in lemon white wine served
Pollo alla Fantazia$25.95
Chicken breast sautéed with asparagus and topped with mozzarella cheese in lemon white wine
Pollo alla Marsala$25.95
Chicken breast sautéed crimini mushroom in a marsala demi- glaze sauce
Pollo alla Parmigiana$24.95
Lightly breaded chicken cutlet baked with fresh mozzarella cheese topped with marinara sauce
Pollo alla Milanese$24.95
Lightly breaded pan-seared chicken cutlet topped with arugula drizzled in lemon olive oil

Carne

Vitello alla Fontana$28.95
Veal medallions sautéed with porcini mushrooms & prosciutto, topped with mozzarella & finished in a cognac demi-glaze
Vitello alla Francese$27.95
Veal medallions dipped in egg, sautéed with capers in lemon white wine served
Vitello alla Picatta$27.95
Veal medallions with mushrooms & capers in lemon white wine served
Vitello alla Parmigiana$25.95
Lightly breaded veal medallions baked with fresh mozzarella cheese & marinara sauce
Vitello alla Marsala$26.95
Pan seared veal medallions sauteed with crimini mushroom in a marsala demi-glaze sauce

Alla Griglia

Vitello alla Griglia$36.95
Grilled veal chop stuffed with prosciutto and mozzarella cheese in a cognac demi-glaze
Ribeye$39.95
Dry aged ribeye served with side patato, goat chese and eggplant caponata

Pasta

Spaghetti al Pomodoro$19.95
Spaghetti pasta in a marinara sauce
Penne alla Vodka$21.95
Penne pasta with pancetta & peas in a vodka rose cream sauce
Gnocchi al Gorgonzola$24.95
Homemade potato pasta in a creamy gorgonzola sauce
Gnocchi Carbonara$24.95
Homemade potato pasta w/ pancetta, black peper, grated pecorino romano cheese and egg
Gnocchi alla Sorrentina$24.95
Homemade potato pasta in a light blush sauce garnished with fresh mozzarella cheese
Fettucini alla Ragu$23.95
Homemade fettucini pasta in our classic ragu sauce
Lasagna Bolognese$24.95
Layers of flat pasta stuffed with ricotta, mozzarella, & pecorino crotenese cheeses andour classic meat sauce
Spaghetti alla Amatriciana$23.95
Spaghetti pasta with pancetta, red onion, romano-pecorino in a spicy marinara sauce
Ravioli con Salvia$22.95
Cheese ravioli with pancetta, cherry tomatoes, sage pinot grigio sauce
Primavera$23.95
Linguini pasta sautéed with heirloom carrots, peppers, onions and peas in white wine basil sauce

Pasta de Mare

Liguine Alle Vongole$25.95
Linguini pasta sautéed with clams & finished in a garlic white wine sauce
Linguine alla Pescatora$28.95
Linguini pasta tossed with shrimp, calamari, mussels, & clams in a marinara or garlic white wine sauce
Penne Agli Scampi$27.95
I penne pasta sautéed with jumbo shrimp in a basil-rose cognac cream sauce
Capellini alla Positano$28.95
Angel hair pasta tossed with jumbo lump crab meat & capers in a light marinara sauce
Gamberi alla Fontana$25.95
Fettuccini pasta sautéed with shrimp, baby spinach and diced tomatoes in a white wine sauce
Linguini Fra Diavolo$25.95
Linguini pasta sautéed with shrimp, in a spicy marinara sauce
Gnocchi al Granchio$28.95
Homemade gnocchi with crab meant and peas in light creamy sacue
Fettucine Alfredo$25.95
Fettuccine pasta sautéed with smoke salmon and asparagus in a creamy sauce

Pesce

Salmone Livornese$26.95
Caramelized onions, olives and capets light marinara sauce
Bronzino$36.95
Whole bronzine grilled and served with lemon caper sauce
Langostinos
Grilled large Mediterranean shrimp dressed with lemon and extra virgin olive oil
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Risotto

Risotto alla Pescatora$28.95
Italian arborio rice with shrimp, calamari, mussels, & clams in a marinara or garlic white wine sauce
Risotto Agli Scampi$27.95
Italian arborio rice sautéed with jumbo shrimp in a basil-rose cognac cream sauce
Risotto Tre Funghi$24.95
Italian arborio rice sautéed with shiitake, porcini, & regular mushrooms in a light truffle cream sauce
Al Polpo Nero$28.95
Fresh Spanish octopus, peas, baby shrimps, squid ink, pecorino romano
Risotto al Caprese$25.95
Risotto in a tomato sauce topped woth burrata and olive oil

What 1,478 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore
Healthy
South Jersey Shore
Good for groups
South Jersey Shore
Neighborhood gem
South Jersey Shore
Great for outdoor dining
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ThomasB
Atlantic City
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was excellent
G
Ginabina
New York Area
63 reviews
vip
5.0
63 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food and service. So glad they are open in the winter.
J
Jkn77
Philadelphia
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall2food2service1ambience1
The place was a cluster when we got there. The server was a robot. we had to ask for napkins and forks. The bread at the table was not good, and I literally had to season everything with salt and pepper. There is an additional charge to pay with credit cards and the whole “no entree sharing” really rubbed me the wrong way. And I wasn’t planning to share my food. Just seems douchy.
CP
CatherineP
Philadelphia
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
All was good but server never told us the specials
TB
ThomasB
Atlantic City
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was excellent. Service was excellent
JS
JohnS
Philadelphia
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food, experience, service, and BYOB is great feature!! Octopus was tender and outstanding!!
BL
BruceL
Philadelphia
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Always reliable. Good food and good ambience. One of the only places on the island that is open during the winter. So glad for that.
CS
ClaudiaS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We all enjoyed the soup, artichoke appetizer, and our entries (salmon, flounder and veal parm). Our server was friendly and knowledgeable. We will definitely go back!
G
Golfmomma1
Baltimore
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waitress Whitney was attentive and knowledgeable. Excellent meal from the same group we’ve enjoyed at La Vecchia on 6th street. Bread, pasta figioli soup, fried tomatoes, veal Francese, lobster ravioli, limoncello and cappuccino and affogato-all delicious.
R
Rudy
Philadelphia
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good and service was amazing.
d
deniser
Philadelphia
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
People were rushed through their experience. The water glasses on the table were chipped at the base. The table was uneven, the waitress reluctantly fixed it. The chicken platter was horrible, equivalent to someone opening a can of Campbell's soup, using it for sauce and dumping it on the plate. The lobster was minimal and tough, over cooked. The price for dinner was outrageous, left half my plate.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
10 reviews
vip
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Menu was limited w all seafood.
U
Usfour
Philadelphia
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience3
We always enjoy our experience at Polpo. However, bread service always underwhelms and some of our dishes were under seasoned.
JK
JosephK
Tampa
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had 8 for New Year’s Eve dinner. Food was good and came out fast. Surprised us with a complimentary bottle of wine!
DD
DawnD
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall2food1service3ambience1
This restaurant was very overpriced. We had to go outside to another building to go to the bathroom because the bathroom in our building ( which was a filthy empty store ) because the toilet was broken. The food was very expensive and terrible. My lobster ravioli tasted like it was frozen and the sauce was sour. It cost me $49!!! Which is astronomical! It was off season and very busy but we will never go back!
C
Chris
Atlantic City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Menu, dishes, ambience and consistently pro wait staff make Polpo a great choice any time.
VM
ValerieM
New York Area
73 reviews
vip
5.0
73 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our service and meals were excellent. We both had the veal chop special This is One of our favorite go to restaurants! Never disappoints. If you go you will enjoy and it will become one of your go to destinations!
SM
SMBA
Richmond
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
We had a lovely dinner and they've done some major improvements to soundproof the inside so it is quite quiet and pleasant. The four stars is due to being charged $47.00 for a flounder with crab meat special. Unfortunately, I did not ask the price before ordering, and it said "market price". However, at that price, I would have expected the server to share the price with me before ordering. The dish was not particularly amazing, and overpriced. I would go back and order something else, yet I did feel somewhat taken advantage of.
LC
LisaC
Philadelphia
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service was excellent. Sylvester provided superb service. He was attentive, friendly, and helpful. Continue to have great dinners and experience great service consistently.
A
Anonymous
Atlantic City
42 reviews
vip
5.0
42 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Better Italian food than in the city.
DE
DES88
Poconos
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have enjoyed Polpo for the past few seasons and have never been disappointed. Their entire menu selection is exceptional and we have enjoyed virtually every single item.
J
Joes
Naples
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very enjoyable food was delicious and service was wonderful
SO
SandyO
Philadelphia
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service were wonderful. Highly recommend!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
we can because we got the 50 dollar gift card but the evening was fabulous and we will be back next time we are at our house. Michael is a true professional and Franklin his helper was also outstanding The food was top notch and we are so excited to come back. Merry Christmas to you all Sandee and Dave
A
Anonymous
Atlantic City
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent Italian food and friendly staff Kid-friendliness: Able to prepare dishes for kids as requested
A
Anonymous
Atlantic City
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, great outdoor atmosphere. Our waiter and bus boy were fantastic; such efficient service.
s
susan
Atlantic City
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
There were six of us at dinner and we all enjoyed our meals and service. Sue
A
Anonymous
Atlantic City
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful staff and delicious food. We love this restaurant, NEVER got a bad meal.
A
Anonymous
Wilmington
36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely glorious. Went out to eat lunch with a few friends, and it was delicious. The penne pasta with vodka was SO good, and highly recommend.
A
Anonymous
Atlantic City
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food!
L
Letseat
Philadelphia
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
A good neighborhood restaurant. Tasty Italian cuisine.
JP
JoeP
Atlantic City
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food and service, best meal in a long time!
LB
LindaB
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was our first time eating at this restaurant and I didn't have high expectations being Thanksgiving. It turned out to be a very low key night and the service was excellent. Everyone in our party enjoyed their entrees. We would definitely come back and recommend this restaurant. Added bonus ...it's a BYOB.
RW
RichardW
Philadelphia
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Our Thanksgiving meal was a bit disappointing. Our previous visit was one of the finest meals we have had all year, so I was very excited they were open on Thanksgiving. But my very expensive short rib special was very fatty and unappealing, and cost way more than it should have even if it was better quality. The rest of the dishes for our party of 3 were all fine, but the short rib brings down the overall review. Still I think this is a very good new restaurant ( for us anyway) and will not hesitate to return. This was just not their finest hour.
LC
LisaC
Philadelphia
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First visit to Polpo and it was excellent. The food was amazing, staff was attentive and friendly, and our waitress, Lizzie, was awesome.
MA
MichaelA
Philadelphia
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Belated birthday celebration was the occasion and Polpo did not fail to make it a memorable one. Great food and the specials were just that with the Flounder Francaise light but tasty and the lobster ravioli with shrimp was equally savory. Service was attentive but not intrusive and conversation with server amusing and welcomed. Will definitely plan a return visit.
FD
FineDiner67
New England
19 reviews
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Nice variety. A bit pricey but portions were surprisingly good. Really enjoyed flounder special. Noise level a bit much for being only 1/3rd full. Think it was just the dining room acoustics. Offseason, so place emptied quite early. Service good.
A
Anonymous
Atlantic City
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and great service! Love Val!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great fresh magnificent food
AW
AlexusW
Philadelphia
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always love coming here, even in the off season. Friendly service, fantastic food, and a nice ambiance. They have a few different locations, this one and “Otto” in Bryn Mawr are definitely worth the try.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Polpo - Avalon using the Order Online button. Polpo - Avalon also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (609) 830-2904.

Polpo - Avalon is rated 4.7 stars by 1478 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 4, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

Order online

3250 Dune Drive, Avalon, NJ 08202

Additional information

Neighborhood
Avalon
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Bujar Daku
Additional
BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Website
https://ristorantepolpo.com/
Phone number
(609) 830-2904

This restaurant now offers Takeout

Polpo - Avalon

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

Additional information

Lasagna Bolognese

Calamari Fritti

Gnocchi Carbonara

Entrées

Antipasti

Polpo alla Griglia

Calamari Fritti$15.95

Cozze$12.95

Vongole$13.95

Caprese$14.95

Fondi di Carciofi$13.95

Bruschetta$9.95

Burrata$15.95

Gamberi alla Grigilia$15.95

Insalata

Cesare$9.95

Rucola$10.95

Spinaci$10.95

Anguria e Feta$11.95

Baby Kale$11.95

Pomodorini$11.95

Crudo

Gamberetti$14.95

Crudo

Polpo$18.95

Contori

Cavolo di Bruxelles$10.95

Rapini in Padela$9.95

Asparagus alla Griglia$6.95

Pasta Pomodoro$7.95

Sautee Spinach$8.95

Pollo

Pollo alla Fontana$27.95

Pollo alla Francese$26.95

Pollo alla Picatta$25.95

Pollo alla Fantazia$25.95

Pollo alla Marsala$25.95

Pollo alla Parmigiana$24.95

Pollo alla Milanese$24.95

Carne

Vitello alla Fontana$28.95

Vitello alla Francese$27.95

Vitello alla Picatta$27.95

Vitello alla Parmigiana$25.95

Vitello alla Marsala$26.95

Alla Griglia

Vitello alla Griglia$36.95

Ribeye$39.95

Pasta

Spaghetti al Pomodoro$19.95

Penne alla Vodka$21.95

Gnocchi al Gorgonzola$24.95

Gnocchi Carbonara$24.95

Gnocchi alla Sorrentina$24.95

Fettucini alla Ragu$23.95

Lasagna Bolognese$24.95

Spaghetti alla Amatriciana$23.95

Ravioli con Salvia$22.95

Primavera$23.95

Pasta de Mare

Liguine Alle Vongole$25.95

Linguine alla Pescatora$28.95

Penne Agli Scampi$27.95

Capellini alla Positano$28.95

Gamberi alla Fontana$25.95

Linguini Fra Diavolo$25.95

Gnocchi al Granchio$28.95

Fettucine Alfredo$25.95

Pesce

Salmone Livornese$26.95

Bronzino$36.95

Langostinos

Risotto

Risotto alla Pescatora$28.95