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Best American Restaurants in Cape May

10 hand-picked american restaurants in this cape-may County beach town

Looking for the best american restaurants in Cape May? 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 Cape May.

Top 10 American Restaurants

1

Peter Shields Inn

$$$$

4.8 stars from 7,500+ reviews. Zagat-rated cuisine with direct ocean views from 1907 Georgian Revival setting. NOTE: No longer BYOB as of January 1, 2025 ($40 corkage fee).

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2

The Ebbitt Room

$$$$

Chef Jason Hanin earned 2025 NJ Chef of the Year. 4.7 stars from 3,500+ OpenTable reviews. Seasonal tasting menus showcase Cape May scallops and Beach Plum Farm ingredients. Elegant porch dining with live piano.

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3

Washington Inn

$$$$

4.8 stars from 9,500+ reviews. Most extensive wine selection in Cape May within an 1840 plantation-style building. "Outstanding" baked escargot, seafood risotto, fireside dining. Occasionally noisy on busy nights.

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4

410 Bank Street

$$$

Chef Sing's Creole-Caribbean cuisine in a vine-covered 1840 carriage house. NY Times called it "the reason many come to Cape May." BYOB. Seasonal closure in winter.

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Creole-CaribbeanBYOBhistoric carriage house
5

George's Place

$$

"If Nancy Meyers opened a Greek diner" atmosphere. Tiramisu waffles and flaming Saganaki draw crowds.

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breakfastGreek touchesInstagram-worthy
6

Harbor View Restaurant

$$

Located in Cape May.

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7

Harry's Ocean Bar & Grille

$$

Located in Cape May.

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8

King Edward Bar

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Located in Cape May.

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9

Lucky Bones Back Water Grille

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Located in Cape May.

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10

Lucky Bones Backwater Grille

$$

Marina-side praise for fried oysters and Cape May Double IPA craft beer. Family-friendly with outdoor seating.

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waterfronthappy hourkid-friendlyoutdoor seating

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About Cape May

America's oldest seaside resort (since 1766) is the only city in the United States to hold National Historic Landmark status in its entirety. While other shore towns chase the summer crowd, Cape May built something different—a year-round destination where Victorian architecture, world-class dining, ...

Why Visit Cape May?

  • historic atmosphere
  • romantic atmosphere
  • culinary atmosphere
  • year round atmosphere
  • birding atmosphere

Getting to Cape May

  • From NYC: 3hr
  • From Philadelphia: 1hr 30min
  • From Newark: 2hr 45min