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Pier House, one of Cape May's iconic restaurants. - The Pier House, Cape May, NJ

The Pier House

4.2
4.2
475 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
Experience the Pier House’s beach chic ambiance replete with warm wood floors, blue-and-white tiles, white stone bar and pops of color. Join us for breakfast where you can enjoy eggs any style, salmon plate, crispy waffles, pancakes, carne asada breakfast burritos and more while sipping on La Colombe Coffee or hot tea. Come lunchtime, indulge in fresh salads, sandwiches such as our BBQ Glazed Salmon BLT, wraps and burgers. Relish our freshly brewed iced tea, cold local craft beer or glass of wine. Start your evening sipping a specialty cocktail at our spacious bar. For your main course, choose from a vast selection of dishes such as our Pecan Crusted Alaskan Halibut, Seared Sea Scallops, or Apple Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops. Pair your dish with a bottle of wine while you soak in the sights of the sea. Relax after dinner with our in house made desserts while sipping one of our fine selections of small batch bourbons, single malt scotches, whiskies or blue agave tequilas. Cheers!

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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    American, Seafood

  • Hours of operation

    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–12:00 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (609) 898-2244

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Neighborhood

    Cape May

  • Cross street

    Beach Avenue and Pittsburgh Avenue

  • Parking details

    As our guest, you are welcome to park in our private parking lot. Visit the Front Desk for a parking permit. We are located in a primarily residential area without meters. Please park in the direction of traffic flow.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 475 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2
4.2 based on all time ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. Foodie

    New York Area

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2021

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Very attentive staff & customized dishes to accommodate our tastes. Very impressed .
  2. goirish11knuterockne

    Atlantic City

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2021

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Always a great meal and drinks/ Service is outstanding

    The Pier HouseResponded on October 22, 2021Thank you for your review!

  3. Explorer

    Atlantic City

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Our waiter, Dan, was professional, courteous and efficient. Nice ambiance(albeit a little high on the decibel level), terrific food. It was a dining experience that will cause my wife and I to return. My only real complaint was the drink prices were out of line. $13.00 for a bourbon and ginger is over the top.

    The Pier HouseResponded on October 22, 2021Thank you kindly for your review! We are thrilled you had a great experience with Dan, we will share your feedback with Dan and our team. We hope to welcome you back again in the future.

  4. MonicaP

    Philadelphia

    10 reviews

    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2021

    overall2food1service4ambience5
    We were sadly disappointed, as we had been here before and the food was excellent. Calamari and escargot were very good, but pecan crusted halibut was dry and flavorless and the papardelle was just awful. It seemed to us a likely function of inexperienced cooks, so we’d probably give them another chance later on. The server was nice and comped the pasta. The place is lovely, and they will hopefully get their bearings again soon.

    The Pier HouseResponded on October 22, 2021We appreciate your feedback and are sorry the Halibut was not to your liking. We are happy you enjoyed the calamari and escargot. We hope to welcome you back in the future.

  5. TobyE

    Philadelphia

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely ambiance. Everyone enjoyed their meals. Service was excellent and very accommodating.

    The Pier HouseResponded on October 22, 2021Thank you kindly for your review!

  6. Dissapointed

    Atlantic City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Service, Quiet atmosphere. Great food...I will be back.

    The Pier HouseResponded on October 22, 2021Thank you kindly for your review!

  7. goirish11knuterockne

    Atlantic City

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2021

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    have been at the Pier House before/ Always great service and outstanding food///

    The Pier HouseResponded on October 22, 2021Thank you kindly for your review!

  8. Andrea

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was excellent, drinks were delicious and our server Kelsey was very attentive. She was the best!! Only minor issue was the busser, too busy with his girlfriend to refill our waters and clear dishes that our poor waitress was running double duty. Otherwise, ambiance, music and everything else were perfect!!

    The Pier HouseResponded on October 22, 2021Wow! Thank you for your review, we are thrilled you had an excellent experience with Kelsey. Sorry to hear your impression of the busser was not positive, we will address the issue with our team to improve. We hope to welcome you back again very soon!

  9. Melanie

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely loved the atmosphere. We were able to sit outside and it was decorated so nice.

    The Pier HouseResponded on October 22, 2021Thank you for your review! We hope to see you again soon!

  10. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our meals were fabulous!! Not sure how I’ve never dined here before but I’ll definitely be back. Great atmosphere and wait staff as well!
  11. MrMrsC

    New England

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 4, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The atmosphere was superb I enjoyed every minute our service was excellent!!

    The Pier HouseResponded on October 22, 2021Thank you for your review! We are excited you had a superb time at the Pier House and cannot wait to welcome you back again soon.

  12. Lovecat

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 2, 2021

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Had the Halibut which was overcooked

    The Pier HouseResponded on October 22, 2021Thank you for your review, we are sorry the Halibut was not cooked to your liking. We hope for an opportunity to invite you back for a better experience.

  13. AllisonJ

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amber, the bartender was wonderful. She was very friendly, attentive and the food was fabulous!! Thank you

    The Pier HouseResponded on October 22, 2021Thank you for your fabulous review! We are thrilled Amber was wonderful, we will share your feedback to let her know she is doing a great job. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!

  14. DannyT

    New York Area

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on September 27, 2021

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    The food was delicious, however, our server seemed to wish he wasn't working that night. Luckily, there were other people working who made us feel welcome.

    The Pier HouseResponded on October 2, 2021Thank you for your review, we are sorry your server was having an off night but are delighted others made you feel welcome!!

  15. FoodGirl01

    Philadelphia

    82 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    82 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gabriella was a great server & the food & cocktails were excellent! One of our favorite places to dine in Cape May & there was entertainment- love it & highly recommend!

    The Pier HouseResponded on October 2, 2021Thank you for your review! We love that we are one of your favorite places in Cape May. We are going to have more live music every weekend through Columbus Day! We hope to welcome you back again soon!

  16. MajerFoodie

    Philadelphia

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a delicious meal! The Calamari app was one of the best we’ve had. It was lightly floured and seasoned and cooked perfectly. Our waiter, Dan, was very attentive and fun! We can’t wait to return!

    The Pier HouseResponded on October 2, 2021Thank you for your review, we are thrilled you had the best calamari ever and that Dan was attentive and fun! We hope you welcome you back soon!

  17. AdamJ

    Atlantic City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 25, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very impressed. Excellent food and service. Great atmosphere.

    The Pier HouseResponded on October 2, 2021Thank you for your review! We hope to welcome you back again soon!

  18. MaryjaneB

    Atlantic City

    43 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2021

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Ate outdoors in lovely covered patio/garden area. Halibut was in tasty sauce but really a bit too dry/overcooked. Crab cakes were excellent. Server was friendly and efficient.

    The Pier HouseResponded on October 2, 2021Thank you for your review, we are thrilled you enjoyed the outdoor patio and our friendly service. We have brought for feedback about the Halibut to our chef. We hope to welcome you back again soon!

  19. Varkaisgreat

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Enjoyable and fun. Live music. Would return 💯

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your review, we are thrilled you enjoyed your meal. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

  20. TomM

    Atlantic City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2021

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    The food was very good, the service was a bit off. Those working were trying their best. Nice outside seating.

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your review, we are glad you enjoyed your meal. We have shared your feedback with our team and appreciate your insights. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

  21. JimA

    Philadelphia

    143 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    143 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2021

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great atmosphere, nice ambiance under the tent. Started with onion soup, delicious. Then I had the pork osso bucco special with polenta, one of the best I ever had. Wife had chicken with brandy cream sauce, which she loved. Plenty big for leftovers. Wonderful duet playing contemporary music and you could hear the ocean waves. Service was very good, several young folks but all solid and friendly

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your review, we are thrilled you enjoyed your meal. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

  22. Suzi

    Atlantic City

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I orders the halibut and my husband the mahi mahi. Both meals were delicious. Dan was our server and he was friendly, prompt, and helpful. Very happy!

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your review, we are thrilled Dan provided excellent service. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

  23. Steve

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 19, 2021

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    Food was very good, but, not thrilled with the rest of “package” for the price. Meaning, presentation- ambiance- service- organization. All need enhancing to become my go to place. I would eat there again but not before seeing what else is down the road first. Again, food quality and flavor was very good.

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your review, we are glad you enjoyed your meal. We have shared your feedback with our team and appreciate your insights. We hope to welcome you back again soon!

  24. EricE

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious and served well. Staff was polite.

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your review! We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

  25. vfdjnk

    Atlantic City

    18 reviews

    2.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2021

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    Service staff was pleasant and professional. The facility was clean, with nice table settings. Appetizers: Escargot- I’ve had better escargot from Kings frozen food section. Beet salad - had to hunt to find pieces of beet. Main Course: Special Rigatoni in vodka sauce, topped with crab meat - Lacked flavor, watery sauce, pasta was not a consistent temperature giving the impression a microwave was used to heat the pasta. Crab meat was plentiful.

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your review, we are glad the service was pleasant and professional. We have shared your feedback with our team and appreciate your insights. We hope to welcome you back in the future.

  26. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    24 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2021

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Food very good but entrees way overpriced. Crab cakes MP $48! Insane! Salmon with spinach, mushrooms and rice delicious and good portion but $35 a bit high. Brussels sprouts appetizer excellent and well priced at $9.00. Desserts a disaster for those with any allergies- beware. Hostess and asst manager lousy attitudes. Very young, some untrained waitstaff - who stood much too close, especially during a pandemic. Made us very uncomfortable. For the last reason especially would not return.

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your review, we are sorry to hear you did not have a great experience. We have certain menu items as market price due to the increase in food costs across the country. Our dessert menu has many options, in the event a guest has allergies, we always encourage asking for ingredients prior to ordering if there is a health concern. We have shared your feedback with our team and appreciate your insights.

  27. PatriciaQ

    New York Area

    36 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2021

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    When we come to Cape May the Pier House is one of our favorites. Food and service are always good.

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your review! We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

  28. Bill

    New York Area

    33 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We had a very nice evening and meal. First time for us a Pier House since it was rebuilt a few years back. The food was good, but not fabulous. The halibut was good, but a little overcooked. Biscotti for dessert was a generic biscotti, not a special one from a special bakery. Coffees were very good. Service was excellent by Gabrielle and others. Eating outdoors was lovely. I will return.

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your review, we are thrilled Gabrielle provided excellent service. We have shared your feedback with our team and appreciate your insights. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

  29. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2021

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food was very good as usual. Dan was our waiter he was excellent. Karen was our hostess. She took care of us. Overall this restaurant is Consistent

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your review!

  30. harriet

    Philadelphia

    20 reviews

    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2021

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    All was ok. Nothing outstanding. Server was struggling but tried hard & was pleasant

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your review and feedback. We hope to bring you back for another meal and strive for GREAT instead of good.

  31. Nickie

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 12, 2021

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    We were a party of 4 and everyone was extremely happy with their choices. My husband had mahi I had salmon and the other 2 in our party had haddovk and the chicken and mushroom. We really enjoyed the music and the singer was outstanding! We loved eating outside on the patio. We'll definitely be back.

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your review, we are thrilled you enjoyed the live music during your meal. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

  32. DarleneN

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent and the restaurant is very beautiful. Outside entertainment was a nice bonus.

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your review!

  33. EllenB

    Philadelphia

    46 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2021

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Came on a September Saturday. Reservations are recommended. We sat outside as the weather was beautiful and enjoyed some live music as well. Inside seemed a bit noisy. We all enjoyed our meals, the rib eye, pappardelle and salmon. We were disappointed that they were out of the halibut which was what attracted us to this restaurant. It is a regular menu item and it was only 6:45. Other than that service was great.

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for the great review! We are sorry to hear we ran out of halibut, it is a very popular dish. We hope to invite you back to give it a try in the future!

  34. Anonymous

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2021

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    Did not think menu or food quality was as good as past experience.

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021We are sorry to see you did not enjoy the restaurant. We hope for an opportunity to invite you back for a better experience.

  35. 7ofus

    Philadelphia

    43 reviews

    4.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2021

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We had not been to the Pier House in years and it was good to return. Unfortunately, we had two table that I think were in competition with each other because the noise level was horrible. Our waitress was outstanding. I did not care for the first glass of wine I received and she said not problem. We talked about what I liked and she brought me the perfect wine. I got the chicken dinner which was unbelievable in size and the taste was delicious.

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your review, we are happy to welcome you back after years of being away. We have shared your feedback with our team and appreciate your insights. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

  36. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Kelsey And Gabriella both stood out as an excellent manager and server!!

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your review! We will share your compliments with Kelsey and Gabby!

  37. AndyJ

    Naples

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time at the Pier House and were pleasantly surprised. Neither of us are fish eaters but the menu took care of our needs. Food was excellent and service was great.

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your lovely review! We hope to see you again soon!

  38. Twist

    Philadelphia

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2021

    overall3food4service1ambience3
    Food was very good. Service was poor, but probably not our server's fault. We dined outside and he was responsible for tables inside and outside. Outside diners were an "afterthought" . Management should rethink this assignment.

    The Pier HouseResponded on October 2, 2021Thank you for your review, we appreciate your insights on the service the evening you dined. We will review with our team to improve and hope to welcome you back in the future!

  39. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were there for a pre-theatre dinner. The staff was courteous, attentive and mindful of our time restriction. The onion soup was perfect for a rainy evening! You are my favorite restaurant in Cape May! On a previous occasion, I enjoyed the escargot. They are delicious! Please keep them on your menu!

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your review! We LOVE seeing we are your favorite restaurant in Cape May!!!

  40. ChristineM

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 8, 2021

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Beet salad, Cesar salad & halibut were good. Salmon could've used a bit more sauce. Service was attentive but a bit rushed. One suggestion - if 6yr pour & 12 yr pour are they same price, let the customer know & give them the choice.

    The Pier HouseResponded on September 23, 2021Thank you for your review, we are glad you enjoyed Beet salad, Caesar Salad & Halibut. We will share your insights with our team.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Distancing maintained in common areas
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

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The Pier House offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (609) 898-2244.

The Pier House is rated 4.2 stars by 475 OpenTable diners.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Beach Avenue and Pittsburgh Avenue

  • Neighborhood

    Cape May

  • Hours of operation

    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–12:00 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Seafood

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    As our guest, you are welcome to park in our private parking lot. Visit the Front Desk for a parking permit. We are located in a primarily residential area without meters. Please park in the direction of traffic flow.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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