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Bloody Mary's at the Atlas Inn
1035 Beach Avenue
Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609.884.7000
Web: www.bloodymarysbarandgrill.com
Open: May thru mid-November
A fun, friendly atmosphere, ocean front location, with easy access and free off-street parking. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Looking for a cool place to relax over a refreshing drink? Then coast over to the Dive Bar.
Café Promenade at The Montreal Inn
1025 Beach Avenue
Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609.884.6113
Web: www.cafe-promenade.com
Open: Mid-March through November
Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a full-service bar, great good food all day long, a view of the ocean, and a staff that's ready to make your visit memorable and fun.
Lucky Bones Backwater Grille 
1200 Route 109 South (at the base of the Cape May Bridge)
Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609.884.2663
E-mail: luckybones@verizon.net
Web: www.luckybonesgrille.com
Open: Year Round
Lucky Bone refers to the odd hook-like claw found only on male horseshoe crabs and was worn by whalers and sailors to keep them safe until they could return home. It’s a lucky person who decides to try Lucky Bones Backwater Grille, whether it’s for a casual lunch, dinner, late-night snack or meeting friends for a cocktail and enjoying a brick oven pizza, because everything that’s served
there is made
there – all from scratch. Reservations not accepted for less than 8 people.
The Original Fudge Kitchen (2 locations)
728 Beach Avenue
Phone: 609.884.4287
513 Washington Street Mall
Phone: 609.884.2834
Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: Toll Free 800.23.FUDGE
Fax: 609.884.8814
Web: www.fudgekitchens.com
Open: Year Round
Discount: Daily specials; 10% discount with current NJ Audubon / CMBO membership card..
The best sweet treats at the beach – creamy, whipped fudge (stop by Washington Street store and watch it being made), salt water taffy, premium chocolates (including sugar free), ice cream, candies, and souvenirs. We ship around the world!
Pier House Restaurant
1327 Beach Avenue
Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609.898.0300
Web: www.thepierhousecapemay.com
A contemporary beachfront restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and mezethes, cocktail lounge, global wines, luscious libations, and an open air terrace. Sophisticated yet comfortable settings to enjoy Mediterranean rim inspired flavors. Dinner reservations suggested.
Aleathea’s Restaurant
at the Inn of Cape May 
7 Ocean Street
Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609.884.5555 or Toll Free 800.582.5933
Fax: 609.884.3801
E-mail: info@innofcapemay.com
Web: www.innofcapemay.com
Open: Year Round
Discount: 10% discount on your meal when you mention the Cape May Bird Observatory to the hostess.
Enjoy a cocktail on the veranda or relax at the bar with a unique collection of beers from around the world and an extensive wine list. Relax and renew your spirit. Whether you are enjoying breakfast, light lunch, or a gourmet meal, you are sure to enjoy dining at Aleathea’s. Weekly specials.
Cucina Rosa
301 Washington Street Mall
Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609.898.9800
Web: www.cucinarosa.com
Open: Year round; call for days and hours.
Generous portions or diminutive menu of delicious, classic Italian fare. A special treat without the special price. Private room available. Reservations suggested (call after 3 PM). Serving dinner
only.
410 Bank Street Restaurant
410 Bank Street
Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609.884.2127
Web: www.410bankstreet.com
Casual elegance awaits as you step through the doors. Simply known as "410 Bank", award winning Chef Henry Sing Cheng's French, Caribbean, New Orleans menu guarantee's a tastebud explosion. Don't pass on the bread pudding for dessert; it's Paul Prudhomme favorite! Reservations recommended.
Fresco's Seafood Trattoria
412 Bank Street
Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609.884.0366
Web: www.frescoscapemay.com
According to the New York Times, dining at Fresco's is "a triumph"..."everyone who visits this restaurant returns". Enjoy Italian culinary from the Mediterranean to Tuscany to Venice - all at this lovely Cape May restaurant. If you are a fan of Osso Bucco, make an early reservation because it sells out quickly.
Gecko's
Carpenter’s Square Mall
Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609.898.7750
Open: Spring thru Fall, call for hours.
Get a taste of the South West on the East Coast – not your typical taco nacho spot.
Authentic Santa Fe cuisine with an eclectic mix of Mexican and Native American influenced dishes. Indoor & outdoor seating available. Serving lunch and dinner; take-out items available. Dinner reservations encouraged. BYOB.
Harpoon Henry's
91 Beach Drive
North Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609.886.5529
Web: www.harpoonhenrys.net
Open: Late April thru mid-November
Enjoy lunch or dinner, a cool cocktail, and spectacular sunsets on the Delaware Bay. Fun atmosphere, live entertainment, and family fun.
Henry's on the Beach
702 Beach Avenue
Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609.884.8826
Web: www.henrysonthebeach.com
Open: Late april thru mid-October
Casual dining on the beach with unsurpassed ocean views. Watch the dolphins romp while enjoying breakfast (served until 3 PM), lunch, or dinner. Daily specials and children's menu.
LaVerandah Restaurant at the Hotel Alcott
107 Grant Street
Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609.884.5868
Web: www.hotelalcott.com
Open: March thru December; call for hours
Experience exquisite cuisine in a charming 19th century setting; elegant dining is offered on the outdoor veranda or in a high ceiling room cooled by sea breezes. A perfect spot for weddings, receptions, and banquets.
McMillan's Bakery 
15 Haddon Avenue
Westmont, NJ 08108
Phone: 856.854.3094
Fax: 856.854.CAKE (2253)
E-mail: gbiemiller@comcast.net
Open: Year Round, Tuesday - Saturday, 7 AM-8 PM; Sunday, 7 AM - 6PM (Closed Monday).
Not everything great is at the Jersey shore! What a great combination – birders and bakers! We are a
3rd generation "from scratch" bakery using only the finest ingredients! Stuffed Donuts are a must – bet you can't eat a whole one!
Ocean View Family Restaurant
235 Beach Avenue
Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609.884.3772
Web: www.oceanviewrestaurant.com
Open: Mid-February thru early December
Known to travelers from around the world and residents of our quaint little town. Fresh, homemade daily specials from our extensive breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus. A good meal at a reasonable price. Favorite spot for locals and birders. Early bird specials. Free on-site parking.
Washington Inn
801 Washington Street
Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609.884.5697
E-mail: washinn@verizon.net
Web: www.washingtoninn.com
Cape May’s destination restaurant is nestled on tree-lined Washington Street in the heart of the Cape May Historic District. Built in 1840 as a Plantation home, the Inn has undergone few changes since its original owners. Today the Craig Family specializes in gracious dining. With five unique dining rooms, enjoy summer patio dining to a cozy fireside table. Proper attire required and reservations recommended.
Westside Market
517 Broadway
West Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609.884.3061
Fax: 609.898.0619
Open: Year Round
The best stop for quick and tasty hot and cold take-out breakfast and lunch; small seating area available. Full sandwich menu, special platters, and homemade chili. Call ahead and your order will be ready. Full service market with the finest, freshest quality hand carved, when you order meats. The spot for all your catering needs.
Zoe’s Beachfront Eatery 
715 Beach Avenue
Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609.884.1233
Web: www.zoescapemay.com
Open: April through October; call for hours
Casual dining inside, on the patio, or to go. Serving breakfast and lunch with monstrous muffins baked daily, full breakfast menu, huge hoagies, homemade crab cakes, fresh roasted turkey and roast beef baked on premises. Vegetarian friendly, homemade veggie burgers. Pet friendly dining on the outside patio.
Higher Grounds 
479B Perry Street
West Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609.884.1131
Open: Year Round; call for days and hours.
Discount: Ask Kate for special birder discount.
A great place, a great space to meet with friends and neighbors. Enjoy a coffee, latte, or chai while listening to musicians in the garden. Great food, all natural products - perfect for the vegetarian or vegan. Wholesome food that won't put a whole in your wallet.
The Lobster House
Seafood Restaurant, Raw Bar and Take Out
Fish Market, Coffee Shop, and Schooner America
Fisherman’s Wharf
Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609.884.8296 - or - 609.884.3064 for take out
Web: www.thelobsterhouse.com
Any visit to Cape May is incomplete until you enjoy a meal from the Lobster House! Whether it’s lunch or dinner in our restaurant, at the Raw Bar, on the Schooner America, prepared from our Take Out, breakfast, lunch, and dinner at our Coffee Shop, or a trip through our Fish Market, you won’t find fresher seafood anywhere! We unload our boats 7-days a week. Come watch it’s quite a treat.
Star Diner Cafe
325 West Spruce Avenue
North Wildwood, NJ 08260
Phone: 609.729.4900
Web: www.stardinercafe.com
Open: Year Round
Family-owned and operated. Light and airy atmosphere. Everything is home made. Fast service like a diner, but custom made to order like a cafe. Specializing in fresh seafood and sautes. Baked goods are made fresh on the premises, daily. Breakfast served all day. Take out available