Best Waterfront Restaurants in Cape May
2 hand-picked waterfront restaurants in this cape-may County beach town
Looking for the best waterfront 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 waterfront restaurants in Cape May.
Top 2 Waterfront Restaurants
Lucky Bones Backwater Grille
$$Marina-side praise for fried oysters and Cape May Double IPA craft beer. Family-friendly with outdoor seating.
The Lobster House
$$Ranked #6 on USA Today 10Best waterfront restaurants. 4.0/5 from 4,400+ TripAdvisor reviews. Commercial fleet offloads daily for fresh catches, generous portions, homemade bread. No reservations—expect 30-60 minute waits in season. The Schooner American cocktail lounge operates on a 130-foot vessel.
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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, ...
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Getting to Cape May
- From NYC: 3hr
- From Philadelphia: 1hr 30min
- From Newark: 2hr 45min