50 Best American Restaurants near Avalon

“Everything was perfect!! Food was outstanding! Service was fantastic. Very chill atmosphere. I highley recommend.“

“Brett was an excellent server. Friendly but not intrusive. In a booth , very comfortable. But near a table of 9 extremely loud, thankfully they left before our food arrived. Looks like outside does not have large tables so might be a better choice if you want quiet.“

“Good food, good beer. Best Brussels sprouts ever!“

“Awesome bar and atmosphere“

“Not only the best wings in wildwood but the whole east coast!!!!“

“This place is the real deal. The food was fantastic, the decor/environment was perfect for the beach. Our family cannot wait to return next year! I wish it was in my town! The staff was outstanding. The table we sat at was a shadow box type,it had shells and things for the kids (and us adults) to look at during our very short wait for food. 10/10.“

“Thank you for an amazing memorable birthday dinner. A true gem of Stone Harbor.“

“After USCG graduation in Cape May we spent the afternoon along the boardwalk. Our new graduate wanted a cheeseburger so we happened upon the Doo Wop Diner. The waitress was one of the best we’ve ever had anywhere. She was kind, pleasant, attentive and made great food recommendations. All 6 of us had cheeseburgers with zero complaints. I recommend the fried pickle burger with added pepper jack cheese. It’s not cheap for a big family but the atmosphere and service was def worth the price. The French fries were over the top delish too.“

“Excellent!! Our only disappointment is that we just discovered this Wildwood gem after coming here for years. Everything was fantastic & the staff were all awesome! The live music was the icing on the cake. Fantastic!“

“My favorite place to grab breakfast when we visit Wildwood Crest, good food, good price, clean and such great staff. They never disappoint, they are warm and welcoming. I look forward to seeing the same faces next season. Thanks!!“

“Great dinner waitresses were great fast service excellent meal“

“Hi I want to sing my praises to two of your waitresses that went above and beyond during our meals while vacationing in Wild Woods. Our first Experience and 2nd we had the pleasure of having “Niki” and truly we could not ask for better service than she offered,her tone,her understanding and the way she treated my toddler is immeasurable and the small details that were paid attention to were not found in other establishments we tried. I hope she knows how valued and appreciated she is by our family! We stopped in for one last meal before heading back to MD and we were cared for. A waitress I don’t re call a name but long curly hair,and a smile that lit up a room and was welcoming,her table side manner was fantastic she joked with us and also treated my daughter remarkably well where again other establishments frowned upon her questions or acted as she wasn’t talking. Furthermore,Noticing the whole atmosphere was a fantastic vibe, Everyone was smiling and working as a team. Can’t wait to return !“

“🔥🔥🔥🔥 must stop when visiting sea isle city“

“Beautiful view! Spacious rooms. Beach access. Pool. Restaurant on site. Parking. Friendly staff. We are having a great time!😊“

“BELL'S,,love your food,after 5 yrs of going there,,had a burger,, phenomenal 🤘,,3 weeks in a row,,today,,STICKER SHOCK 😆,well worth it though,,,please don't D.O.G.E. the burgers,, their perfect,,as is the entire menu,,“

“Great place to eat! We come to both of the Ocean City, NJ locations!“

“Awesome Food,great service Love this place very relaxing and the food is to die for ,it's fit for a king?“

“We enjoyed our day down the shore and eating at Wally's Our server Stephanie was friendly and fast. We had a problem with our cold coffee drinks and she fixed them right away. We will definitely be back again and recommend eating in to get out of the heat for a bit.“

“Thought I would try an upscale dish (since they were offering it) to see how a Boardwalk Restauranteur would perform. I ordered the Shrimp Pasta with Marinara. Needless to say, I was "Stunned"! This is a favorite dish of mine and I usually reserve ordering it to finer esoteric Bistros and Trattorias I frequent. Yes, I dare say it, BOLDLY that the Chef Olympic Flame not only went "toe to toe" with the finer eateries I am familiar with but actually bettered the lot of 'em!! After this most satisfying experience, I was desperate to meet the Chef behind this most Perfect Pasta dish. The waitstaff directed me to the Chef, who was extremely appreciative when I explained the aforementioned to him. Anyone out there visiting the Jersey Shore and wants to have a truly "Unique" dining experience, I strongly recommend ordering the Shrimp Pasta (or any Pasta Course) "The" Olympic Flame Restaurant. You Will Not Be Disappointed!!“

“Just had Breakfast and it was absolutely delicious!!! What a beautiful family running this business can’t wait to go back for dinner!!“

“Stopped in here for the Summer Mummers after party.We've stopped in a couple of times before over the past few months since they've opened, but never stayed.The (basic bar) food was good. Joanna (the hostess) and Susan, our server, were both lovely and kind.They had no bitters = no old fashioneds.“

“The cleanliness, fast service, excellent staff from front to back, food, and prices are quite excellent. We’ve been going to this particular Hotspot for many years and I don’t ever recall anything that we ever received being anything but excellent. I highly recommend. Some of the reviews on here I find just simply mean spirited.“

“Food is great, awesome salad bar and amazing service“

“Tried the Jake's famous pork sandwich.
Asked the lady behind the counter if it was sharp provolone and she said it was but once I tried it, it was not sharp at all. Ok no big deal but took a star from the service.
The pork is good but slightly over chopped, The broccoli rabbe was just balanced but not sauteed.
Nonetheless, the sandwich was tasty.“

“We LOVEDDD IT! I was a little nervous about the price of the Mahi Tacos but holy heck- they were INCREDIBLE!!!!!!! We will definitely be back!!!“

“Grew up 3 blocks from the orginal Texas weiner called the Greeks in South philly. And these taste just like they came from there.“

“Just had a wonderful breakfast at Marge’s and I can’t wait to go back!“

“Friendly staff, beginning with two elderly gentlemen there on Saturdays. Very welcoming. And remains good from there“

“We were down the past couple of weekends in North Wildwood, stopped at one of our favorites and got great-sized Maryland crabs the one weekend and, then, last night some clams & lobster tails. Always a pleasure seeing the staff. Always fast & friendly“

“Lot's of outside space, and delicious brunch. Look forward to going back in the summer“

“Our new favorite in CMC. Everything was fantastic. That appetizer that's a big plate of various meats is my new favoritest thing ever.“

“Boardwalk facing location with great views of the amusement piers. Really good sandwich options - cheesesteaks, buffalo wraps, and even lobster rolls. Don’t miss out on the bang-bang shrimp and have a Coronorita to go with it! Great fun!“

“Great meal and friendly service. would recommend this place to everyone.“

“Best Dinner in the area great prices“

“We had an amazing dining experience last evening. Our server Sarah was attentive and paced the meal perfectly. She also made sure our guest with severe gluten allergy was accommodated. Our food was delicious- the Maryland crab cakes were quite good- no filler and jumbo lumps of crabmeat. Bravo to the chef for consistently excellent preparation and presentation with lots of delicious sides. Highly recommend!“

“Obsesseddd with the seafood carbonara, Green bean fries, southwestern wrap, bang bang shrimp, etc. 🤤“

“Warm Bread Pudding!!! Yum“

“This restaurant is amazin! We ate breakfast there once and dinner twice on our vacation. Very good food and wait staff. Nice Friendly people to be around“

“WoW WoW WoW ! Today was my first time dining here and it certainly won’t be my last. Everything was incredible. Shrimp tempura for a starter and it was outstanding. The salmon dish was out of this world and like no other salmon entrée I have ever had. You will not be disappointed and the service was top notch! Well Done jays on third“

“Best Guiness in Wildwood & excellent food...Favorite Pub in all of Wildwood! Be back in middle of August! SLAINTE“

“The best cheesesteaks!!!!!“

“Great GLUTEN FREE ice cream options!“

“Hands down, one of the best hidden gems around!

Grab a Wiener at Zein’s Corner is more than just a place to eat—it’s an experience. From the moment you walk up, you feel the welcoming vibe, and once you take your first bite, you know you’ve stumbled on something special.

The hot dogs are next-level: perfectly grilled, juicy, and packed with flavor. The toppings are fresh and creative, letting you build your own or go for their signature combos. Each bite has that perfect balance of savory, tangy, and satisfying crunch. The portions are generous, the prices are more than fair, and everything tastes like it’s been made with real care.

What really sets this spot apart, though, is the atmosphere. Zein’s Corner feels like the kind of place you can drop by anytime—whether you’re grabbing a quick bite on your own, hanging out with friends, or introducing out-of-towners to a local favorite. The staff is friendly, fun, and clearly passionate about what they do, which makes every visit feel personal.

If you’re craving comfort food that hits the spot every single time, Grab a Wiener at Zein’s Corner should be at the top of your list. Once you try it, you’ll be hooked. 😉“

“My wife and I really enjoyed dinner. We had fish tacos that were absolutely fantastic.“

“Service is fantastic every time we are there.“

“We visit the surfing Pig every time we are down here! Fabulous restaurant right on the bay. We have beautiful sunset pictures!
Went Friday night they were able to accommodate our party of 13 very easily. Ordered a few different starters for the table. my friend loved the raw oysters and bang shrimp. We enjoyed everything from crab cakes to grilled chicken to the Halibut special and the ribs. We all enjoyed our meals and will most definitely be back again!“

“Had the Philly wrap it was amazing great customer service on a very busy night“

“The cleanliness, fast service, excellent staff from front to back, food, and prices are quite excellent. We’ve been going to this particular Hotspot for many years and I don’t ever recall anything that we ever received being anything but excellent. I highly recommend. Some of the reviews on here I find just simply mean spirited.“

“Went to watch the Eagles game. The atmosphere was fantastic, people were friendly, food delicious. They have specials every day, that day happened to be Turkey Mash Potatoes Stuffing Fresh Green Beans Roll and Butter under $10.00 😋. Would Highly Recommend. Bartenders were outstanding!“

“5 stars! The food is cooked well and seasoned perfectly. Had a quesadilla last night and had to come again for the tacos! Very friendly staff and cute atmosphere. They have lots of drink choices and cheap prices. Family friendly and they bring the food out so fast I was impressed. Definitely the best authentic Mexican in the area!“