If you are in Cape May for a day or for a week, you can look forward to some great food here.
Best Romantic Restaurants in Cape May, NJ:
1. Dine in Southern Charm at the Magnolia Room
Rating: ★★★★★
If you only have time for one meal in Cape May, it should be the Magnolia Room at the historic Chalfonte Hotel.
You'll have to visit during the warmer season to dine here. This nationally acclaimed restaurant offers breakfast and dinner daily from May through September.
I found the Magnolia Room perfect for fans of Southern comfort food and history.
I loved the breakfast buffet, a three-course prix fixe and à la carte options.
For an extra romantic experience, dine on the inviting veranda during warm summer evenings.
2. Step Into Cape May History at The Blue Pig Tavern
You'll find the celebrated Blue Pig Tavern inside Cape May’s iconic Congress Hall.
I learned that it's named after a 19th-century gambling parlor that once occupied the building.
I enjoyed historically inspired surroundings at this charming restaurant which offers all-day dining.
200 Congress Pl, Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609-884-8422
3. Indulge in Coastal Elegance at the Ebbitt Room
If you need a romantic date idea, check out The Ebbitt Room located within the historic Virginia Hotel.
I like their farm-to-table philosophy, sourcing the freshest seasonal ingredients directly from its own Beach Plum Farm.
Dine on the relaxing front porch in the heart of Cape May’s historic district.
Experience exceptional service and a tranquil, upscale seaside ambiance.
25 Jackson St, Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609-884-5700
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4. Have Fresh Seafood with a View at Fins Bar & Grille
Look for Fins Bar & Grille along Cape May’s charming Washington Street Mall.
Have lunch or dinner here seven days a week.
Enjoy outdoor seating, a full bar, and seasonal nightly live entertainment.
The the Lobster Cobb Salad is great here!
142 Decatur St, Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609-884-3449
5. Savor Sophisticated Plates at Tisha’s Fine Dining
Dine at Tisha's Fine Dining, a beloved Cape May institution located along the vibrant pedestrian-friendly Washington Street Mall.
Enjoy elevated New American cuisine in a warm, family-inspired setting.
You can ask to be seated indoors or sit outside for an al fresco experience on the Washington Street Mall.
322 Washington St, Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609-884-9119 x322
6. Treat Yourself to Creole-Inspired Cuisine at 410 Bank Street Restaurant
Want a culinary gem, tucked inside a historic 1840s Carriage House?
Walk through vine-draped entrance into 410 Bank Street Restaurant.
Their seafood prepared with French-Creole flair is amazing!
410 Bank St, Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone: 609-884-2127
7. If You Love Laid-Back Vibes, Book a Table at Black Duck On Sunset
Just a short stroll from the historic district and Washington Street Mall, you'll find an inviting eatery set within a classic seashore house.
If you are looking for an intimate BYOB experience with locally inspired cuisine, this is a great spot.
I enjoyed expertly prepared duck entrées.
You can also order sourced seafood and juicy steaks.
1 Sunset Blvd, West Cape May, NJ
Phone: 609-898-0100
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