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Best American Restaurants in Atlantic City

10 hand-picked american restaurants in this atlantic County beach town

Looking for the best american restaurants in Atlantic City? We've curated the top spots based on quality, value, and local reputation. From budget-friendly options to upscale experiences, here are our top picks for american restaurants in Atlantic City.

Top 10 American Restaurants

1

Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen

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First East Coast location of the famous TV restaurant. 300-seat three-level space with Boardwalk access. Beef Wellington and Sticky Toffee Pudding.

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2

Knife & Fork Inn

$$$$

4.6/5 from 4,466+ OpenTable reviews. 1912 building frequented during Prohibition by Nucky Johnson. Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence. $22.50 Friday lunch prix fixe.

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3

Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar

$$$

Upscale Cuban restaurant and rum bar on the boardwalk. Located in Atlantic City.

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4

Dougherty's Steak Hse-Raw Bar

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Steakhouse and raw bar on the boardwalk. Located in Atlantic City.

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5

Guy Fieri's Chophouse

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Bold steakhouse flavors from the Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives host.

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6

Wolfgang Puck American Grille

$$$

"Always excellent" contemporary American with NJ-sourced ingredients.

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7

10 North Lounge

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Boardwalk lounge offering cocktails and casual dining. Located at 2831 Boardwalk.

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8

Cielo Wine Bar

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Wine bar on the Boardwalk with ocean views and small plates.

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9

Dave & Buster's

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Entertainment and dining venue with arcade games. Located in Atlantic City.

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10

Deck Bayfront Bar & Restaurant

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Bayfront dining with outdoor deck. Located in Atlantic City.

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More American Restaurants in Atlantic City

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About Atlantic City

Atlantic City needs no introduction—but it's changed dramatically since your parents' generation. The 4.8-mile boardwalk that invented the American seaside vacation (built in 1870) still anchors the experience, but today's AC mixes casino gaming with celebrity chef restaurants, world-class nightclub...

Why Visit Atlantic City?

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Getting to Atlantic City

  • From NYC: 2hr 15min
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