17 Best Cocktail Bars near Cape May

“A friendly bartended is a good find; a friendly bartender who can make an expert cocktail is a great find. King Edward Bar delivers.“

“Robbie was the best server. Great experience and good food!“

“We had a great time at Stowaways. Pat was the best!“

“Had dinner with the wife and daughter here Thursday night, 9/18/2025...
This was one of the best dinners we have ever had.
FIVE STAR everything at a very good price.
The oysters, the bluefish, the squid, the tile fish....Everything was fresh and prepared and presented perfectly.
And the wait staff even better.
Will be going back again for certain.
Thank you for a great experience...“

“My husband and I have been visiting Cape May for years now, and we cannot understand how we waited this long to stop in the Oyster Bay Bar & Restaurant for dinner. We spent a few weeks in the area this year and had meals at the Oyster Bay Bar three times!! From our first visit, we felt so incredibly welcomed beginning with a nice chat with the hostess as we waited for our table. Just from that brief chat during our first visit, the same hostess greeted me by my name on our 2nd visit. I’m embarrassed to say that I cannot remember her name, but I will say that she was incredibly lovely and personable. Our server, Bobby, who took care of us on both our first and last visits, had a wonderful personality, sharing some tidbits with us of the history of the restaurant and with being local to the area, answered some of our questions about the holiday season in Cape May. Now, about the food…with each visit we tried something new and found each meal to be delicious and satisfying. Our favorite appetizer, which we had on all three visits, was the charbroiled oysters. Absolutely delightful!! The mix of the Parmesan cheese in the garlic butter….so very good!! My husband and I always like to do something special on our last night of vacation…and you guessed it, the Oyster Bay Bar was our choice for dinner! The lovely hostess greeted us once again and mentioned to the owner, Gary, that this was our third visit and that we chose this restaurant as our last dinner on vacation. Gary stopped by our table, after sending a complementary round of drinks to us, and spent time speaking with us. Knowing we were tossing the idea of a return visit during the holidays, he gave us his personal cell phone number to reach out to him for not only restaurant reservations but also if we had any other questions regarding the holiday visit. Never before, have I encountered such genuine kindness and graciousness in a visit to a restaurant establishment. I cannot stress to all who take the time to read this review that you most definitely must stop in the Oyster Bay Bar & Restaurant for a meal. You will not be disappointed. Thank you, Gary, Bobby and the most loveliest hostess for adding to our vacation memories and experiences.“

“We love Port. Always a great breeze and view at the outdoor bar. Drinks, salads, seafood, oysters, and sushi are just perfect. And, Luke is one of the nicest and friendliest bartenders in the CM area. We will be back.“

“We stayed in room 18 and overall it was absolutely wonderful and we cannot wait to go back. The only real issue we had was with the food; the burger we got was undercooked to the point the couple next to us made a comment about it but they immediately remade it so no major issue. Then the breakfast in the morning, we came down at 8 and nobody showed up until 830 and my French toast was burnt and a fly in the OJ but other than that the food was good.
The rooms were immaculate and we loved the little porch area connected to the rooms. Both bartenders were also great as were the drinks.
You get your own parking spot that corresponds to your room, which is nice too. The location is pretty much perfect as its in the heart of everything. Quick 5 minute walk to the beach, and to the outdoor mall.
Despite the food issues, we definitely will be back as the atmosphere is top notch.“

“Great food and beautiful sunsets“

“Awesome restaurant. I’m in town for the Elks convention and staying in a hotel right next door. I kept walking by and smelling the food and seeing the meals. Me and my friends stopped by today. I got the sushi which was fabulous. The drinks were awesome also. Great time. I’ll be back!“

“We love coming here for our weekly night out. Matt (bartender) always knows what we want to drink and is always asking how things are going. It’s our friendly neighborhood place that we need our weekly dose of if not more.“

“It was a girls night out and Agave Christmas theme was amazing. We can't wait to celebrate there again.“

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

“I have been going to this restaurant since I was a little girl. It brings back so many wonderful memories when my husband and I visit every summer with our sons! Great food and atmosphere!“

“Good food good bartenders great service“

“Early bird....and all day Thursdays menu with sufficient options.
Delicious food...... Soup. Salad. Entree. Dessert. $22.

Soft Italian music in background.

Chicken dishes over pasta. Pork with peppers and potato.

Excellent and attentive service.

Web site was not updated.....5pm start for early bird in summer not 4pm.. Same menu.....as listed for the winter.

Parking.....On line zone parking.
Supposed to be free parking a block + away but its not obvious where to park or how to park? Call and ask for particulars.....“

“took both my son's there for dinner . Great atmosphere food was delicious. Most definitely Recommend.“

“Good food and good service and amazing staff“