Washington Inn

Name: Washington Inn
Address: 801 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ, United States, 08204
Telephone: (609) 884-5697
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

7193 Reviews

$31 to $50

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Built in 1840, this former Cape May plantation residence 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 Inns welcoming facade overlooks tree-lined Washington Street in the seaside communitys 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 anyones craving for fine dining. Our enticing menu offers the best of American cuisine, but with an inventive, upscale edge. Food, Service, Ambiance, the essential ingredients for dining excellence, are all deftly blended here at The Washington Inn. We are what "eating out" used to be.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 24, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 34 times today

Experiences are available.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
American, Mediterranean, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(609) 884-5697
Website
http://www.washingtoninn.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Miriam Wood
Catering
The Washington Inn provides off-premise catering at whatever location you desire. We are expert at arranging details, creating just the right look, and, of course, offering your guests the highest quality food & attention available. Our catering staff will help you plan an outstanding event, customized to your needs and budget. The Inn caters early- afternoon wedding receptions for up to 125 people on premises. If your guest list is longer, we can help to arrange a reception at the Cape May Beach Club, the Isaac Smith Vineyard, Cape May Winery, your home or wherever you prefer.
Private party contact
LINDSEY DEBAUN: (609) 884-5697

Location
801 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204
Neighborhood
Cape May
Cross street
Jefferson & Washington
Parking details
We offer Complimentary Valet Parking - simply drive up to the front of the restaurant on Washington Street and our valet will happily park your car, free of charge!
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Un Voyage à Bordeaux
$160.00 per person
Prepaid
Oct 14, 2022 only
An intimate, educational dining experience with Clementine Clervil, a fourth generation owner of Chateau L'Oiseau, an 18th century estate located in Lalande-de-Fronsac, France. We look forward to welcoming you with butler-passed hors d'oeuvres and a toast to the evening. Chef Mimi has created a five course tasting menu paired with Château wines from the Left and Right Banks of Bordeaux. Wines poured this evening will be available for purchase exclusively at the Washington Inn. $120 per person + taxes and gratuities.

Popular dishes

Chef's Featured Oysters
champagne mignonette, cocktail sauce & lemon
- each$3.75
Local Oysters Rockefeller$16.00
spinach, bacon, parmesan, smoked paprika
Shrimp Cocktail$19.00
shaved horseradish, cocktail sauce, lemon
Yellowfin Tuna Poke$19.00
sesame-seaweed salad, sushi rice, avocado mousse, watermelon radish, sriracha aioli
Crab & Corn Chowder$16.00
crispy bacon, roasted poblano cream
Romaine Salad$14.00
parmesan-peppercorn dressing, cherry tomatoes, focaccia croutons
Shaved Sunchoke & Arugula Salad$15.00
radicchio, pine nuts, parmesan, lemon vinaigrette
Hand Pulled Burrata$18.00
prosciutto di parma, roasted red peppers, capers, olive toast, basil EVO
Local Tomato Panzanella Salad$17.00
feta, kalamata olives, red onion, focaccia croutons, tomato vinaigrette
Escargot Gratin$16.00
garlic & herb butter, gruyere, crostini
Baby Spanish Octopus$19.00
cucumber & tomato tabbouleh, eggplant-tahini, smoked citrus
Lamb Cavatelli$39.00
broccoli rabe, manchego cheese

Entrée

Duroc Pork Chop$38.00
celery root, braised collard greens, bacon lardons, mostarda, rosemary demi glace
Creekstone Ranch Short Rib$39.00
mascarpone polenta, french beans, horseradish gremolata
Filet Mignon$65.00
fingerling potatoes, red peppers, caramelized onions, shiitakes, herb butter, red wine reduction
Curried Cauliflower Steak$34.00
grilled eggplant, royal trumpet mushrooms, sautéed spinach, pickled vegetables, sunchoke purée
Plancha Seared Halibut$42.00
purple mashed potatoes, baby bok choy, pickled mushrooms, miso-ginger beurre blanc
Whole Roasted Branzino$38.00
fingerling potatoes, caramelized fennel, roasted plum tomato, tapenade, grilled lemon
Washington Inn Cioppino$39.00
daily catch, local shellfish, white wine tomato broth, grilled focaccia
Grilled Swordfish$39.00
black bean "risotto", avocado verde, mango salsa, coconut-lemongrass crema
Washington Inn Crabcakes$45.00
local corn salsa, scallion mashed potatoes, french beans, roasted red pepper aioli

After Dinner

Desserts

Chocolate Mousse Cake$15.00
raspberry filling
Crème Brûlée$14.00
fresh berries
Chef's Selection Cheesecake$14.00
fresh whipped cream
Bananas Foster$14.00
almond tuile, vanilla ice cream, warm rum sauce
Coconut Napoleon$14.00
puff pastry, coconut cream, caramelized pineapple

Coffee & Tea

we proudly roast the beans for our signature Washington Inn Blend

Coffee$3.50
Tea$3.50
Espresso$3.95
Cappuccino$5.95
Latte$5.95
French Press
- Sm$6.00
- Lg$10.00

Digestifs

Averna Amaro$14.00
Nonino Amaro$18.00
Cynar$12.00
Fernet Branca$13.00
Carpano Antica Formula$16.00
Green Chartreuse$15.00
Yellow Chartreuse$15.00
Castello Banfi Grappa$19.00

Cognac & Armagnac

Larressingle VSOP$16.00
Camus VSOP$36.00
Leyrat VSOP$21.00
Cognac Dudognon$12.00

Nightcap

The Fudge Kitchen$13.00
vanilla vodka, chocolate wine, dark creme de cocoa
Espresso Martini$13.00
vanilla vodka, kahlua, single espresso
Bijou$13.00
Gin, dolin genepy, dolin rouge, orange & aztec chocolate bitters. Smooth, earthy, wintery aperitivo
Ferrari$13.00
Fernet branca, campari. Bitter & medicinal, excellent digestives

Dessert Wines

Brachetto d'Acqui Il Furetto, 2015$12.00
Moscato d'Asti, La Gatta, 2018$12.00
Sauternes, Château Bordenave, 2010$14.00
Santa Sophia, Recioto della Valpolicella, 2009$13.00
Banyuls, Domaine Vial-Magneres, NV$13.00

Port, Sherry & Madeira

Graham's Ruby Port$14.00
Graham's Six Grape Port$14.00
Graham's 10 Year Tawny$17.00
Graham's 20 Year Tawny$24.00
Graham's 30 Year Tawny$45.00
Inocente Fine Dry Sherry$12.00
Broadbent 5 Year Madeira$16.00
1978 d'Oliveiras Bual Vintage Madeira$88.00

Specialty Cocktails

Arlene's Peach Palmer$13.00
House infused peach tea vodka, lemon, mint. Arnold Palmer with a twist
Oaxacan Inferno Old Fashioned$16.00
Cas amigos reposado tequila, ancho reyes chili liqueur, agave, bitters. Silky & smooth with a kick!
Sly Rye Guy$15.00
Redemption rye whiskey, aquavit, creme de cassis, punt e mes, orange bitters. Velvety notes of citrus
Ricardo$14.00
Hendricks gin, lime, sugar, club soda. Our play on a gin rickey
Mezcal Negroni$14.00
Dolin rouge, mezcal buho, contratto bitters. A Smoky Aperitivo
Rum Punch$15.00
Haitan dark rum, pineapple, lime, orgeat, tiki bitters. Simply summer, balanced fruit, bitter & booze
VIP Margarita$40.00
Don julio 1942 reposado, lime, cointreau, spicy rim. Scratch margarita

Zero-Proof

Peach Fizz$11.00
White peach purée, lemon, mint, club soda. Effervescent & refreshing
Bitter Orange Spritz$11.00
Blood orange aperitif, cape citrus spirit, fever tree, elderflower tonic. A non-alcoholic play on the aperol spritz
Tropical Martini$10.00
Fresh squeezed juices & tropical fruit. Vacation in a glass, a washington inn classic

Beer Selection

Waterguns & Rainbows - Ludlam Island IPA - Ocean View, New Jersey$10.00
soft, smooth, slightly bitter
Stella Artois - Pilsner - Leuven, Belgium$8.00
fruity & malty sweetness
Cape May Seltzer - Hard Seltzer - Cape May, New Jersey$8.00
a light & spritzy mouthfeel
Bonesaw Shore Town Lager - Helles Lager - Glassboro, New Jersey$9.00
ultra pale & easy drinking
Miller Lite - Pilsner - Milwaukee, Wisconsin$7.00
light, american pilsner
Heineken 0.0 - Pale Lager - Netherlands$5.00
perfectly balanced & fruity notes

Sparkling

Prosecco, Jeio, Blanco Brut, Italy, NV$14.00
citrus fruits, pineapple, mineral
Champagne, Paul Goerg Brut Traditional Champagne, France, NV$20.00
brioche, apple, elegant

White

Featured Seafood White Chef's Selection$15.00
Pinot Grigio, Borghi Ad Est Friuli Grave, Italy, 2019$14.00
light, nectarine, lemon
Riesling Spätlese, Vols Mosel, Germany, 2018$14.00
sweet, pear, honey
Sauvignon Blanc, Frenzy Marlborough, New Zealand, 2021$14.00
grapefruit, passion fruit, lemongrass
Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon, Château Bordenave Sauternes, France, 2010$14.00
sweet dessert wine
Sancerre, Domaine Daulny Loire Valley, France, 2021$19.00
lemon, cut grass, limestone
Chardonnay, Foley Sanita Rita Hills, California, 2017$17.00
golden apple, key lime, nectarine

Rosé

Prosecco Rose, LC Villa Italy, NV$12.00
lemon zest, sour cherry, flower petals
Provence Rose, Peyrassol Còtes de Provence, France, 2021$14.00
strawberry, watermelon, flint
Summer In a Bottle, Wölffer Estate Long Island, New York 2021$20.00
lychee, peach, berries & cream

Red

Syrah, Domaine Des Ouled Thaleb, Syrocco Zenata, Morocco, 2019$15.00
blackberry bramble, eucalyptus
Pinot Noir, Montinore Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2019$15.00
tart cherry, cranberry, earthy
Pinot Noir, Chacra, "Barda" Rio Negro, Argentina 2020$19.00
fresh, red plum, sandalwood
Barbera, La Luna E L Falo Piedmont, Italy, 2017$15.00
black currant, cherry, clove
Malbec Blend, Sophie Siadou Valencay, Loire Valley, France, 2019$15.00
blueberry, espresso, leather
Merlot & Cabernet Cuvée Felix de Biac Bordeaux, France, 2017$15.00
plum, mocha, leather
Cabernet Sauvignon, RouteStock Napa Valley, California, 2020$18.00
black fruits, cedar, balsamic

What 7,193 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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Binny
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing filet mignon and wonderful waitress. Great ambiance, worth every dime!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall2food3service1ambience4
Special anniversary occasion. This was communicated to the restaurant ahead of time. I had asked for a nice table location. They took us to a table set for 4, we were 2, located in the middle of an area with waiters and customers were walking by. Our waiter was fairly inattentive. My swordfish was good. My wife steak was over cooked. Overall disappointing considering we had had an excellent meal there last year.
BP
BarryP523
Philadelphia
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and excellent food. By far the best dinner we had in Cape May. Everything from appetizers to desert was great. Pricey but worth it! Highly recommend this restaurant
MP
MikeP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
A fine dining experience great food and great service outstanding atmosphere
j
jeff08204
Atlantic City
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food3service4ambience3
Food was ok…not up to the standards of past years. Disappointed that lobster was no longer on the menu, likewise for the chocolate tower dessert. Filet was nicely prepared and presented, but flavor was less than ideal and not what you’d expect for the price. No bread/dinner rolls provided, which was standard in years past. My wife and I return there every year for our anniversary, and this is the first time I’ve been disappointed. Usually one of my best meals of the year….not this one.
NF
NancyF
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent dinner from beginning to end. I’ve never seen a whole Bronzino filleted to have absolutely no bones. It was perfect. Compliments to the kitchen!
l
laurao
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Washington Inn never disappoints. The cocktails, wine, food , atmosphere and service is top notch. It is worth every penny. It is a delightful night out. I am a professional chef and overly critical. I never have any complaints about the Washington Inn. Delicious in every way.
NS
NormanS
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall2food4service2ambience5
Reservations for our 26th Anniversary. Walking up, the place is beautiful!!! Lined with Flowers and perfect lighting, I was thinking this to be a wonderful experience! Were greeted and said the table would be ready shortly. Made our way to the bar. Table was ready before we even ordered drinks. We were seated in a corner area overlooking the outside of bamboo & flowers - very pretty. Our waiter, immediately gave us the impression that this was the finest establishment we could have come to. We ordered Oysters as an appetizer and 2 Rum Punch. There was an $8 charge for bottled water opposed to tap, but it should have been mentioned. Asked about Bread - $5. Felt I was on a plane being nickeled and dimed. We watched the waiter address all of the tables but ours when it came to how the app was. Once my wife left, he then asked me. We then received our dinners, which the Swordfish was delicious, but my wife's halibut was bland - no spices or true flavor. I used the restroom, & mentioned to one of the staff our waiter should check to ask my wife how her dinner was, as she was upset not having been asked previously. And he did. We received dessert, and watched as the table above us was brought a complimentary dessert for their anniversary, of which HE said he hadn't mentioned in HIS reservation. Why free for them? Each time a plate was cleared there was no eye contact, or question of how we were enjoying our meal. There was no request of coffee or tea when done. The bill was just short of $200 for the 2 of us. We left, and as soon as we crossed the street, my wife said she didn't feel well, and then heaved for the next 1/2 hour. Bad Oyster? Sick the whole night! I did speak to the Manager Lee, who was a true professional, and listened intently. I'll say she handled things wonderfully to her credit. I can only hope they listened to what they missed. If proper service was done, would have been better. Spoiled food can happen anywhere. Meant for stuffed shirts.
m
mlc104
Philadelphia
76 reviews
vip
5.0
76 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
As expected.
MS
MikeS
Philadelphia
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server, Kaitland, was awesome! And, the food was great as usual!
DD
DiannaD
Atlantic City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was absolutely wonderful my dinner was fantastic the ambience was beautiful I enjoy coming there every year and will continue
s
susanh
Atlantic City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food, service,and atmosphere were perfect for us. Our waiter, Miles was outstanding! He was knowledgeable, personable, and attentive! We look forward to returning for another memorable evening
S
Stepsite
Philadelphia
371 reviews
vip
5.0
371 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Washington Inn has always been a top 3 restaurant in Cape May with its only downside being that it is not BYOB. Over the years it has moved to top 2 in our book even with its liqueur license. Granna and Peter Shields are great but the serving sizes are small and PSI price points all in the $40s or higher. We find the Ebbitt room food to be inconsistent and it has dense seating with a sometimes loud bar. We had an amazing meal at the Inn. It started with two generous portioned salads - one sunchoke and the other burrata. We followed that with a middle serving of the appetizer portion of the cavetelli and lamb ragu which had bold flavor, tasty lamb, and a wonderful sauce. We both had Bronzino which was perfectly prepared with crispy skin yet moist flesh. The serving here is a full fish, not one fillet. It is accompanied by roasted potatoes, fennel and tomato. We finished the meal with a from mage blanc dessert. Our wine was (for us) pricy at $88 but the portions, preparations, quality and professional service we experienced far out weighed the wine - which was recommended by the sommelier based on our tastes and terrific. This was one of the best dinners we experienced in Cape May and highly recommend the Washington Inn.
C
Charlie
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience5
The Washington Inn was delicious! It's a bit on the expensive side. Our waiter didn't tell one person in our party that there would be an up charge for the whiskey that she suggested. But all in all it was a very good dinner.
CK
CaraK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible food and service! The wine cellar and experienced sommelier didn’t disappoint. Can’t wait to go back on our next visit to Cape May!
FT
FoodforThought
New York Area
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience3
Our dinners were fantastic! The food here is exceptional and no trip to Cape May is complete without a dinner here. I 'took points off' because of the noise. It was so loud that we had to raise our voices to speak with each other. Takes away from the overall dining experience and ambience is important to us, especially at finer restaurants like this. Outdoor dining would be the better way to go, as long as you're not bothered by insects.
j
judithd
Philadelphia
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
Our waiter was wonderful. Attentive and very friendly. We felt the menuwas a bit limited however food was very good b ut pricey.
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lisas
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience3
My birthday
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Hermann
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our first time at this restaurant. Wish we had gone sooner! Loved it...our server was spot on with recommendations. Try the escargot dish...very, very good. Will go back next time we visit Cape May!
LS
LauraS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service is always great. Always have a good experience dining there.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience5
Overall the meal was great with the exception the vegetables were undercooked. Our reservation time was honored. Valet parking is free. I've eaten at the Washington Inn many times and always had a great meal. One of my favorite places to dine when I am at the shore.
GS
GuyS
Atlantic City
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Guest in town from Delray Beach, Fl
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RodG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Returned to Inn after 33 years, was as good as I remembered it to be. Miles our server was so professional and really knew how to wait on people. WI is a must dining experience in Cape May.
TC
ThreeCousins
Philadelphia
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely restaurant. Excellent food, presentation and service. Noise level is very low. (Yea!) Enjoyed the crab cakes and pork chop. Complimentary valet parking makes it easy to arrive and depart without a long walk from street parking blocks away. Leave the flip-flops home and enjoy a bit of elegance. I recommend this for a special night out. Thank You.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a fantastic meal at the Washington Inn. My wife and I were blown away by the food and service. We look forward to dining there again. Ask for Trish, she’s great!
VD
VickiD
Atlantic City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service3ambience5
Always Amazing! However, it was my husband's birthday and I informed the person at the front desk to remind our waitress to bring him a piece of cake and they forgot. This is literally one of my husband's #1 places to eat. I was extremely disappointed that they forgot, but there was nothing I could do about it once the check arrived.
RB
RussellB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
While the overall experience was great, some minor details were not top notch. Prices are high no matter where you go. At the time we were there, we were seated in the outdoor garder where the noise level was just a bit too high because of the air conditioning machinery of the other local establishments. Food and service was top notch.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, the service is impeccable. Loved the new sword fish dish, especially the black beans.
g
garyp
New York Area
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was best dining experience while in Cape May for a late summer getaway. The tuna poke was a great start followed by 2 exceptional seafood main courses. We will definitely return next year!
s
svcaramia
Philadelphia
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Special occasion for my wife and I. This restaurant is number one for a reason. Consistency! Never miss the opportunity to enjoy this restaurant whenever we are in town.
W
Worldlydiner
Atlantic City
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food4service5ambience3
Made the mistake of eating outside and got eaten alive by mosquitos. You should have someway of repelling mosquitos or at least advise the clients of the outside potential discomfort.
EA
ErikA
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
My entree, the cioppino, was outstanding. I also greatly enjoyed drinks in the bar, the raw oysters appetizer, and the dessert options. The service was very attentive and professional. Loved the ambience.
i
iheartfood
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I absolutely love Washington Inn. The crab and corn chowder is to die for and the service is always impeccable. Not to mention the overall vibe of the restaurant is quaint and high class. Every time I come to Cape May, I dine at Washington Inn.
LS
LauraS
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Restaurant was recommended to me and I’m so glad I listened. The food was excellent and I will for sure be going back.
NR
NancyR
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
I can recommend the panzenella salad, very tasty if u like feta. The coippino was delicious. The Bananna Foster to die for. Only thing wrong with the evening was that the air conditioner could have been set higher, it was cold.
TB
TomB
West Palm Beach
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful meal, the waiter was great and the ambiance was wonderful.
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foodiefix7
Philadelphia
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great evening at one of Cape May’s best restaurants.
LS
LindaS
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Washington Inn has a wonderful atmosphere , surrounded by beautiful flowering gardens and natural vegetation. The food was perfectly prepared and delicious. There were many options to choose from. The drinks were very good too as well as the desserts. Service was excellent , and made a return visit something to look forward to.
CF
CaryF
New York Area
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Washington inn is a staple in Cape May. Very historic. Since my last visit the food was not as good. While The appetizer was tasty the dinner was too well done. Hard to cut my pork chop even with a knife. Limited selection of options on the menu. Understaffed and not a lot of attention. Still I Wish them well.
MD
MikeD
New York Area
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great cocktails, amazing food, incredible wine list and impeccable service

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Washington Inn is rated 4.8 stars by 7193 OpenTable diners.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 24, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 34 times today

Experiences are available.

801 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204

Additional information

Cross street
Jefferson & Washington
Neighborhood
Cape May
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Mediterranean, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
We offer Complimentary Valet Parking - simply drive up to the front of the restaurant on Washington Street and our valet will happily park your car, free of charge!
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Miriam Wood
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.washingtoninn.com/
Phone number
(609) 884-5697
Catering
The Washington Inn provides off-premise catering at whatever location you desire. We are expert at arranging details, creating just the right look, and, of course, offering your guests the highest quality food & attention available. Our catering staff will help you plan an outstanding event, customized to your needs and budget. The Inn caters early- afternoon wedding receptions for up to 125 people on premises. If your guest list is longer, we can help to arrange a reception at the Cape May Beach Club, the Isaac Smith Vineyard, Cape May Winery, your home or wherever you prefer.
Private party contact
LINDSEY DEBAUN: (609) 884-5697

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Un Voyage à Bordeaux

Filet Mignon

Grilled Swordfish

Duroc Pork Chop

Appetizer

Chef's Featured Oysters

Local Oysters Rockefeller$16.00

Shrimp Cocktail$19.00

Yellowfin Tuna Poke$19.00

Crab & Corn Chowder$16.00

Romaine Salad$14.00

Shaved Sunchoke & Arugula Salad$15.00

Hand Pulled Burrata$18.00

Local Tomato Panzanella Salad$17.00

Escargot Gratin$16.00

Baby Spanish Octopus$19.00

Lamb Cavatelli$39.00

Entrée

Duroc Pork Chop$38.00

Creekstone Ranch Short Rib$39.00

Filet Mignon$65.00

Curried Cauliflower Steak$34.00

Plancha Seared Halibut$42.00

Whole Roasted Branzino$38.00

Washington Inn Cioppino$39.00

Grilled Swordfish$39.00

Washington Inn Crabcakes$45.00

After Dinner

Desserts

Chocolate Mousse Cake$15.00

Crème Brûlée$14.00

Chef's Selection Cheesecake$14.00

Bananas Foster$14.00

Coconut Napoleon$14.00

Coffee & Tea

Coffee$3.50

Tea$3.50

Espresso$3.95

Cappuccino$5.95

Latte$5.95

French Press

Digestifs

Averna Amaro$14.00

Nonino Amaro$18.00

Cynar$12.00

Fernet Branca$13.00

Carpano Antica Formula$16.00

Green Chartreuse$15.00

Yellow Chartreuse$15.00

Castello Banfi Grappa$19.00

Cognac & Armagnac

Larressingle VSOP$16.00

Camus VSOP$36.00

Leyrat VSOP$21.00

Cognac Dudognon$12.00

Nightcap

The Fudge Kitchen$13.00

Espresso Martini$13.00

Bijou$13.00

Ferrari$13.00

Dessert Wines

Brachetto d'Acqui Il Furetto, 2015$12.00

Moscato d'Asti, La Gatta, 2018$12.00

Sauternes, Château Bordenave, 2010$14.00

Santa Sophia, Recioto della Valpolicella, 2009$13.00

Banyuls, Domaine Vial-Magneres, NV$13.00

Port, Sherry & Madeira

Graham's Ruby Port$14.00

Graham's Six Grape Port$14.00

Graham's 10 Year Tawny$17.00

Graham's 20 Year Tawny$24.00

Graham's 30 Year Tawny$45.00

Inocente Fine Dry Sherry$12.00

Broadbent 5 Year Madeira$16.00