27 Best American Restaurants in Cape May

“Relaxed atmosphere. Not rushed at all. Staff was attentive and the food was great.“

“First time in cricket club. Bar has nice vibe they were busy and the bartender was attentive. We all enjoyed our meals and desserts. Service was excellent never waited for our next dish. Will definitely be eating here again.“

“We had an absolute perfect dining experience. Each course was outstanding. Peach & Burrata salad, delicious. Scallops perfectly done and chocolate panna cotta so good. Loved every thing about Grana BYOB.“

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“Absolutely delicious! We stayed at La Mer and were very impressed by the food and staff. I wish I could’ve tried everything on the menu. I had the following: Octopus appetizer Avocado Toast Rigatoni Cape May eggs Benedict All fresh and delicious!!!“

“The food is absolutely incredible! The service is top notch!“

“I absolutely recommend Peter Shields Inn for a wedding venue. We had a small wedding on the beach and our wedding dinner was handled by Peter Shields. We worked with Amy (their event coordinator) and she was so helpful in every way. She went above and beyond to make everything so easy for us. I literally handed them a box of our wedding decorations and the tables and everything was set up perfectly! I didn’t have to lift a finger. Their bartender served up our signature drinks with a smile. Our guitarist serenaded guests on the porch while they enjoyed cocktails and wonderful hors doeurves. Dinner was seriously some of the best food I’ve ever had. Perfection hands down!“

“This place has the best grilled cheese and fantastic customer service! My boyfriend goes every year and I finally got the chance to this year. His favorite is the chicken bacon ranch grilled cheese and the day we went they had a smash burger grilled cheese as a special that I got. Absolutely delicious! I highly recommend for anyone in town!“

“Enjoyed The Y.B. during restaurant week. Was our first time and we will be back. Everything was fresh and well presented. The service was excellent. I’ve probably walked past this little gem a hundred times and never stopped in for a meal. I’m just sorry I didn’t try it sooner! Thanks for an excellent meal! We can’t wait to come back! Cheers!“

“Great casual restaurant at the beach. Nice view, good food and friendly efficient servers. Don't forget your wallet, as cash only, but there they do have an ATM.“

“Great food and a beautiful setting to enjoy it!!!“

“Great food and atmosphere“

“Great service and food. Bartenders in the brown room are on point!“

“EXCELLENT FROM SOUP TO NUTS !!!!“

“Always a great experience awesome bartenders and food“

“The wait staff needs to get their act together, always miserable & rude.“

“Freshly made, quality food. Fried oysters were huge and cooked to perfection. Great choice!“

“Our first time popping in while working today and I must say we will certainly be back! The staff were so friendly and welcoming and their menu had a lot to offer. Not only that, but their food did not disappoint! Small place, but very worth your time!“

“The only difficulty you'll have at The Smash Shack is deciding which of their items to pick! The cheesesteak is one of the best we've had — definitely get it with Cooper cheese and onions. For breakfast, the pork roll, egg, and cheese (also with Cooper) is amazing. And a beach front smash burger is tough to beat. A pro tip: grab your food to go and eat it across the street on the sand! Just watch for the seagulls.“

“Hemingway’s in Cape May is absolutely wonderful! Summer 2023 we held our daughter’s and future son-in-law’s engagement dinner. Summer 2024 we are back again. This is must try restaurant. The portions are huge and the food quality is right on point. The servers are professional and make you feel right at home. The manager Billy is wonderful and came to our table to ensure everyone was happy and enjoying dinner! The steaks are outstanding and price is comparable to other restaurants in Cape May! There is entertainment on the weekends and lounge area! Enjoy!! We will continue coming!“

“Great place friendly bartenders great view!!“

“We live in North Jersey and drive down to Cape May a few times during the summer. Sometimes we even stay for the week. We always come to Sea Salt for a great night out and a fabulous dinner. The staff is always wonderful and friendly and the menu never ever disappoints! Always worth the little over 2hr drive for us to spend the day and have a great dinner with family and friends.“

“My wife and I plus my son had lunch today and everything was excellent. Our server Austin was excellent as well , professional, kind and explained anything we needed to know.“

“Was seated right away and approach by a lovely waitress. Food arrived quickly, hot and was exactly what I ordered. I would definitely recommend this restaurant“

“I just want to fins bar Grille“

“I will come back because I like the place but I just want to say that is has downgraded over the renovation.“

“Elaine’s Cape May totally nailed it! From the moment we walked in, the vibe was cozy and welcoming, with a cool beachy feel that set the tone perfectly.

Tracy, our waitress, was awesome. She was super friendly and made us feel right at home. She knew the menu inside out and gave us great recommendations. Her service was spot on—attentive but not overbearing.

And let's talk about the food—absolutely delicious. Each dish was bursting with flavor, and you could tell they use fresh, top-notch ingredients. From starters to desserts, we were blown away.

The overall atmosphere was laid-back and relaxed, but still classy. It’s the kind of place you can chill with friends or have a romantic dinner without feeling out of place.

Overall, Elaine’s Cape May delivered big time. Great service, amazing food, and a vibe that’s just right. Tracy and the team really know how to make you feel special. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, do yourself a favor and check it out. You won’t be disappointed!“