Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Cape May

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

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Cafe Loren

4.9

4.9 (1892)

$31 to $50

American

Avalon

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

TerryVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Consistently excellent creative food with fresh ingredients. Recommend unqualifiedly.

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4.9

4.9 (307)

$31 to $50

Fusion / Eclectic

Cape May

About the restaurant

Bryne BYOB is located adjacent to the Cape May Bridge at South Jersey Marina. Vice President of the Kara Restaurant Group, Owner George Brannon and Chef Joe Mathis have curated a coastal-inspired menu with fresh local ingredients. Our uniquely compiled brunch and dinner menus in accompaniment of dining on the bay ensure an unforgettable experience for everyone involved.

Bryne BYOB is the newest restaurant to the Kara Restaurant Group family; which also includes George's Place-(Cape May, Cape May Court House, Wildwood Crest, Rio Grande) Shamone, The YB, Vintage, Petunia, Michael Kara Catering, Venturini Events, Kara Produce and Restaurant Punk.

There will be a $20 per person fee for brunch and a $45 per person fee for dinner for any cancelations made the same day as reservation or a no-show.

Please note we are unable to accommodate children under 10 after 5pm.

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Barbara

Dined 3 days ago

Your can’t go wrong with any of the choices! Wait staff very attentive

The Diving Horse

4.9

4.9 (1490)

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

Avalon

About the restaurant

The Diving Horse is a seasonal seafood-focused BYOB located at 21st and Dune Drive in Avalon, NJ. We serve an inspired and fresh menu, with ingredients sourced from local farms and day boat fishermen. The name “Diving Horse" pays homage to the horses who used to dive off the Steel Pier in Atlantic City, NJ, in the early to mid-20th century. Our intimate 70-seat restaurant features a modern farmhouse atmosphere and bright, oversized windows with views of Avalon’s quaint main street. We have ample outdoor seating on a patio that holds three large picnic tables for communal seating beneath strands of vintage Edison bulb string lights. Dinner reservations are highly recommended. The Diving Horse has received many honors since opening, including being named Philadelphia Magazine’s “Best Shore Hot Spot”, as well as receiving the OpenTable “Diner’s Choice” award.

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Robert

Dined 3 days ago

Service was top shelf Kaitlyn did a great job food was excellent will be back again soon

A Modo Mio

4.9

4.9 (1756)

$31 to $50

Italian

Sea Isle City

About the restaurant

FOR RESERVATIONS FOR PARTIES OVER 6 PEOPLE CALL THE RESTAURANT
Italian food lovers rejoice: Antonio “Tony” Gonzalez and Ergys “Eric” Rakaj have joined forces to open their first BYOB restaurant, A Modo Mio Ristorante.

This modern yet charming BYOB restaurant welcomes diners with warm colors, comfortable seating and plenty of natural lighting. Guests can eat in the dining room or on the outdoor patio while enjoying the peaceful sounds of the ocean.

The menu consists of Italian cuisine with refreshing, seasonal influences. Menu items include homemade pastas, braised short ribs, and grilled filet of branzino. Chef Antonio adds a modern twist to his dishes, all while staying true to classic Italian recipes. Be sure to come in for lunch and try an authentic panino!

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Alfred

Dined 2 days ago

Food was just okay. My meal, capellini with lump crab had no seasoning. It was bland. I was very disappointed.

Vintage

4.8

4.8 (1016)

$31 to $50

American

Cape May

About the restaurant

Set among the serene gardens of the Emlen Physick Estate, Vintage offers a touch of fine cuisine in a casual atmosphere for brunch and dinner. American bistro flair and a menu full of fresh takes on familiar favorites provide plentiful options for everyone, including those in need of gluten-free options. From the Pancake Charcuterie and Brie, Blackberry, and Bacon Grilled Cheese for brunch to Fig & Goat Cheese Sliders and Duck Confit with a Juniper Berry Demi-Glace at dinner, Chef Nikos Goutzouris prepares the unique menu selections in-house daily and regularly offers seasonal specials. Vintage is located outdoors but is complete with a weatherproof, climate-controlled tent so that you can comfortably enjoy your meal no matter the weather or season.

BYOB | Pet-Friendly | Cash & Major Credit Cards Accepted.

Vintage is part of Kara Restaurant Group, a collection of boutique BYOB experiences.

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MaryVIP

Dined on Jun 12, 2025

Excellent meal at Vintage. Delicious octopus and watermelon and feta apps followed by lamb and short ribs entrees. Perfectly prepared, cozy atmosphere , excellent service and BYOB!

La Finestra

4.9

4.9 (2432)

$30 and under

Contemporary Italian

Sea Isle City

About the restaurant

An unforgettable fine dining experience with favor-filled dishes and unobstructed ocean views.

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John

Dined 3 days ago

Enjoyable evening, been here many time. Never disappoints.

La Fontana Coast

4.9

4.9 (1828)

$30 and under

Italian

Sea Isle City

About the restaurant

La Fontana Coast brings fine dining to the shore. Beautifully located a block from the beach in Sea Isle City, New Jersey, La Fontana Coast brings a wonderfully breathtaking Mediterranean style ambiance to the Jersey shore, complete with an elegantly infectious Southern Italian seaside villa decor with an amazing view of the ocean. La Fontana Coast prepares deliciously authentic and classic Italian cuisine served with charm and smile, where guests can let their hair down, relax and take a vacation from their vacation. Bring your favorite bottle of wine and an appetite for classic fine Italian food and homemade desserts and get swept away al La Fontana Coast.

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PaulVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Dinner was delicious with salmon cooked to perfection and excellent service.

Tisha's

4.9

4.9 (8179)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Cape May

About the restaurant

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.

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JohnVIP

Dined 5 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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New England Clam Chowder

O'Donnell's Pour House

4.9

4.9 (213)

$31 to $50

Irish

Sea Isle City

About the restaurant

For over 20 years, O'Donnell's Pour House, known for its lively atmosphere, friendly service, and an extensive menu of food and drinks, has been a fixture of the Sea Isle City community. Guests will enjoy traditional Irish fare, as well as the delicious steak and seafood dishes, served in a friendly and inviting tavern by the seaside. Enjoy Chef’s daily specials, Irish classics like Bangers & Mash or Shepherd's Pie with a perfectly poured pint of Guinness, or have one of the Pour House premium steaks, fresh seafood, or house favorites like our own O’Donnell’s Crab Cakes, Chicken Milanese, or Boneless Braised Short Ribs. The bar features a large selection of beers on tap, including local craft beers, and a full bar with a variety of cocktails and spirits available. With lots of seasonal outdoor seating on our Patio dining area or on the livelier Paddy’s Green, which has frequent live entertainment, O’Donnell’s Pour House is a great choice for your dining and entertainment needs!

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Robert

Dined 3 days ago

A great variety on the menu, especially Irish dishes. Good Beer and drink list. Excellent service

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Popular dish

Chilean Sea Bass

George's Place Wildwood Crest

4.7

4.7 (424)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Cape May

About the restaurant

Enjoy all your favorite Greek-inspired favorites for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a view of the bay!

George's Place in Wildwood Crest offers the same menu you know and love from our Cape May and CMCH locations, plus seasonal specials We are family-friendly, and welcome adults to enjoy their go-to BYOB beverages. Our dining room is open Year-round and our outdoor deck offers waterfront seating. Seating preferences are considered but not guaranteed. We are CASH ONLY

Breakfast & Lunch Favorites: Banana French Toast, Tiramisu Waffle, Crab Cake Benedict, Mediterranean Salad, and Gyros

Dinner Specialties: Hummus Sampler, Paxi Tuna, Spanakopita, Greek Lamb Chops, Atlantic Salmon, Whole Branzino and Braised Beef Short Rib

Same-Day Reservation Cancellation before 4pm -$15 per person
Same Day Reservation Cancellation after 4pm or No-Show -$35 per person

Since 1968, Kara Restaurant Group has welcomed visitors and locals to enjoy a variety of dining experiences: KaraRestaurantGroup.com

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EricVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Great service & dinner Kat our server was excellent always a joy Lamb shank and short ribs were great. We have never had anything but super times here. Nice sunset on the outdoor deck.

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